{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Daniels Farm Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":7.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5621716,"projectId":10276812,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring the magic of sound into our music classroom! Because of your generosity, my students are now able to explore music and science in a way that they can actually see, hear, and experience.\r\n\r\nMy elementary music students are using the Chladni plate to investigate the science behind musical sound. During one of our first explorations, students made predictions about what would happen when we changed the frequency and then watched in amazement as the sand moved across the plate and formed intricate geometric patterns. There were lots of excited reactions and questions: \"Why did it move like that?\" \"What happens if we make the pitch higher?\" and \"Is that what a sound wave looks like?\" It was wonderful to see their curiosity turn into scientific investigation.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were immediately fascinated. They could not believe that something as simple as vibration could create such beautiful patterns. Instead of simply hearing about vibration, frequency, and resonance, they were able to see these concepts happening right in front of them. The experience made abstract ideas tangible and memorable.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue experimenting with different pitches and frequencies and to make predictions before each investigation. Students will observe and compare the patterns they create, record their findings, and discuss how vibration and frequency relate to the sounds produced by musical instruments. We will also connect our discoveries to lessons about pitch, dynamics, instrument families, and acoustics.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the opportunity to ask questions, experiment, and discover the science hidden inside music. Your support has helped turn our classroom into a place where music, science, creativity, and curiosity come together—and where students can truly see the magic of sound!","fullyFundedDate":1781132615501,"projectUrl":"project/seeing-sound-exploring-music-through-a/10276812/","projectTitle":"Seeing Sound: Exploring Music Through a Chladni Plate","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tavella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5621716"},{"teacherId":5621716,"projectId":10273595,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our The Sensory Soundbooth Experience project! The beanbag chair and fidget toys have created a special space in our music classroom that students are excited to earn the opportunity to use.\r\n\r\nWe are using the Sensory Soundbooth as a positive incentive for students who demonstrate excellent behavior, cooperation, effort, and musicianship. Students know that making good choices and being a role model can earn them time in this special corner of the classroom. During a recent music class, students worked especially hard to follow directions, participate appropriately, and encourage their classmates. When it was time to recognize students who met our expectations, they were thrilled to have the opportunity to relax in the beanbag chair and explore the fidget toys!\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their reactions were priceless. They were immediately curious about the beanbag chair and fascinated by the variety of fidget toys. They couldn't wait to learn how they could earn time in the Sensory Soundbooth. Having something tangible and exciting to work toward has helped students understand that positive choices and hard work can lead to positive rewards.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue using the Sensory Soundbooth throughout the school year while students work on current music lessons involving singing, rhythm, movement, and ensemble skills. We will continue encouraging students to be role models who listen carefully, follow directions, cooperate with others, and give their very best effort. The goal is for students to see the Sensory Soundbooth not simply as a reward, but as something they can earn through the positive choices they make every day.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a music classroom where students are motivated to do their best, celebrate positive behavior, and feel proud of their accomplishments. Your generosity is making a meaningful difference in our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1778195230100,"projectUrl":"project/the-sensory-soundbooth-experience/10273595/","projectTitle":"The Sensory Soundbooth Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tavella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5621716"},{"teacherId":5621716,"projectId":10273479,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Making Music Fun project by providing us with a stretchy band! Our students are already putting this wonderful resource to work in music class. With our K–2 students, we use the stretchy band to practice keeping a steady beat, cooperating with classmates, following directions, dancing in a circle, and working together as a team—all while having lots of fun!\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite experiences so far has been \"Bate Bate Chocolate,\" a traditional game from Mexico. The students hold onto the stretchy band and move together as we pretend to stir up a big pot of cocoa. Then, a drummer gets to perform a solo in the middle! The students absolutely loved it. There were smiles, laughter, music, and lots of teamwork as they learned to move together and listen carefully.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the stretchy band, they were immediately excited and curious. They couldn't wait to find out what we could do with such a colorful, unusual music resource. Once we started using it, they quickly discovered that making music together requires cooperation, careful listening, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue exploring movement, rhythm, and music from different cultures. We will use the stretchy band in new songs and movement games as students practice keeping the beat, following directions, and responding to music as a group. We are excited to see where our musical adventures take us next!\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make music class an engaging, joyful, and collaborative experience for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1778123341777,"projectUrl":"project/make-music-fun/10273479/","projectTitle":"Make Music Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tavella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5621716"},{"teacherId":5621716,"projectId":10263530,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our fifth grade chorus with new stage lighting! This technology is making a meaningful difference in how our students learn, perform, and experience music.\r\n\r\nThe lighting helps students learn that a performance is about much more than singing the correct notes. They are learning how lighting, movement, facial expressions, choreography, and music work together to communicate emotion and tell a story. Being able to perform with professional-quality lighting also helps students understand what goes into creating a polished musical performance.\r\n\r\nOur students are especially excited to see the gym transformed when the lights come on. They love seeing their hard work presented in a way that feels like a \"real\" concert. The excitement of stepping onto a well-lit stage gives them a greater sense of pride and makes them feel like true performers.\r\n\r\nStudents who may be more hesitant or shy about performing have especially benefited. The lights help create an exciting performance atmosphere and give these students a boost of confidence as they see themselves as an important part of the group. For students who already love performing, the new technology gives them another creative way to express themselves.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our students build confidence, creativity, teamwork, and a lifelong appreciation for music. Your generosity is helping our chorus shine—both on stage and in the classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1777992842897,"projectUrl":"project/lighting-the-way-for-fifth-grade-chorus/10263530/","projectTitle":"Lighting the Way for Fifth Grade Chorus","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tavella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5621716"},{"teacherId":9828977,"projectId":9663028,"letterContent":"Our New Camera is Ready for its First Field Trip!\r\n\r\nI am so excited to share that our new camera has arrived and is already a favorite new tool at Daniels Farm Elementary School. Because of your support, we are fully equipped to capture every \"aha!\" moment of our upcoming field trip. For our students, these trips are the highlight of the year. With this Canon EOS Rebel T7, we are turning our one-day adventure into a year-long celebration of growth.\r\n\r\nHere is how we plan to showcase the impact of your gift:\r\nDigital Journey Slideshow: We will be compiling our field trip photos into a digital slideshow to share with our school community and families, ensuring that those who couldn't be with us can still celebrate our students' discoveries.\r\nSocial-Emotional Reflection: We will use these photos in class to help our 80 students reflect on their experiences, helping them build confidence and a sense of belonging within our grade level.\r\nYour kindness has given us more than just a camera; you've given us a way to make sure no achievement goes unnoticed and no memory is forgotten. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1764689057105,"projectUrl":"project/capturing-memories-celebrating-success/9663028/","projectTitle":"Capturing Memories, Celebrating Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Palermo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9828977"},{"teacherId":9584324,"projectId":9699270,"letterContent":"Our grade has benefitted greatly from the camera you helped us purchase! We are now able to take SO MANY photos, to share with families. All four teachers have our classrooms right next to each other, and pass the camera along to each other every day, to capture special memories. We share them home through emails and newsletters to families, who can see what goes on in school. This communication helps us build stronger relationships with families, to continue insuring we are giving their students the best education possible. Thank you for helping us capture such an amazing year (and many more years to come)! The end of year memory book is going to be full of smiles, thanks to your contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1758985073228,"projectUrl":"project/fifth-grade-memories-captured/9699270/","projectTitle":"Fifth Grade Memories, Captured!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9584324"},{"teacherId":9458005,"projectId":9779141,"letterContent":"Reading in our classroom now looks more engaging and inclusive than ever before. Students have the freedom to choose from a variety of books that match their interests and reading levels. Some prefer to read independently during our quiet reading times, while others enjoy sharing thoughts in small groups or partner discussions. Having the Battle of the Books right in our classroom allows students to explore literature at their own pace without feeling rushed — creating a calm, focused, and joyful reading environment.\r\n\r\nThese new books have especially motivated students who were once hesitant readers. They are proud to take ownership of their reading and often recommend books to one another. Even students who used to struggle with reading have found stories that make them feel successful and excited to turn the next page. With the Battle of the Books now in our room, every student — regardless of ability — has the opportunity to grow, participate, and discover a lifelong love of reading.\r\n\r\nWe are now ready to begin the battle! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1760732928449,"projectUrl":"project/battle-of-the-books/9779141/","projectTitle":"Battle of the Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gomes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9458005"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_43583","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":467,"numTeachers":31,"percentFrplEligible":11,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":68,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":11,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":93.0,"schoolId":43583,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Daniels Farm Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Daniels Farm Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/connecticut/trumbull-public-school-district/daniels-farm-elementary-school/43583"}