{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bucks Hill Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":44.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":237299,"projectId":9876014,"letterContent":"Our class has been excitedly eating the new snacks as part of our daily routine. Having these snacks has helped students stay focused and feel cared for, and one of my favorite moments so far was watching a group of normally shy readers happily settle in with a book and their students reach in for their snack. The excitement on their face at being able to have a snack and a choice was great. The snacks have truly created a warm, encouraging environment that supports both learning and community.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, the snacks will continue to support our current lessons by giving students the energy and comfort they need to dive deeper into their projects. Right now, we're working on strengthening our reading stamina and building collaborative problem-solving skills in math. These snacks will help us maintain momentum, stay focused, and keep growing together—our students can't wait to show how much they'll accomplish with their full bellies.","fullyFundedDate":1762526608308,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-in-a-snap/9876014/","projectTitle":"Snacks in a Snap!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Drewry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp237299_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667058732711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mdrewry"},{"teacherId":237299,"projectId":9442666,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your incredible generosity and support of my classroom project. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to the snacks and small treats that make their school days brighter, healthier, and more enjoyable.\r\n\r\nMany of my students come to school without snacks from home, and your donations have ensured that no child has to sit through the day hungry or left out. Having consistent access to nutritious food options like Goldfish, cereal, applesauce, Pop-Tarts, and fruit snacks has made such a difference in their energy, focus, and overall well-being. What might seem like a small gesture—a snack or a sweet treat—truly changes the way our students experience the school day.\r\n\r\nHunger can be a quiet obstacle that affects learning and mood, but now, because of your generosity, I can make sure that every child has what they need to stay nourished and ready to learn. It's an incredible feeling to be able to tell my students, \"Yes, we have snacks for everyone,\" and see the relief and smiles on their faces. These moments remind me that kindness and community truly fuel education.","fullyFundedDate":1757423240488,"projectUrl":"project/snacking-and-coloring-to-success/9442666/","projectTitle":"Snacking and Coloring to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Drewry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp237299_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667058732711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mdrewry"},{"teacherId":7062377,"projectId":9461016,"letterContent":"Thank you for once again supporting both my classroom and my students. With the growth of the music program and our performance goals I found we were outgrowing the smaller mixing board purchased for the school. This larger board will allow for more microphones and instruments to be hooked into the board and allow for more to be heard by the audience.\r\n\r\nThis year I am excited to work with 5th graders who will be learning how to both set up and operate this piece of equipment. This will help share the responsibilities of the performances and allow students to see the other side of performing.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping to make this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1755724790818,"projectUrl":"project/mixing-board-for-improved-sound/9461016/","projectTitle":"Mixing Board For Improved Sound","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7062377_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579286546378","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7062377"},{"teacherId":8861262,"projectId":9462051,"letterContent":"When the materials first arrived, the excitement in the room was incredible! Students couldn't wait to explore everything. The Our class received materials they use everyday for task bins and I was able to use the Teachers Pay Teachers gift card to buy resources to create engaging, and hands-on lessons. A popular item that multiple students request daily to use is to create a burger sequence activity. They love following the menu card to create their own burger. These materials have helped make our learning centers more interactive and meaningful for my students.\r\n\r\nLast month, I found a wonderful apple-themed resource! Students practiced their math and reading skills while learning about the apple life cycle. They especially enjoyed sorting apple parts, sequencing pictures, and completing fun matching activities. It was amazing to see how engaged and proud they were of their work!\r\n\r\nEach new activity gives my students the chance to practice academic and life skills in a way that's hands-on, meaningful, and fun for students!","fullyFundedDate":1752870260705,"projectUrl":"project/materials-for-learning/9462051/","projectTitle":"Materials for Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8861262"},{"teacherId":6568632,"projectId":9436659,"letterContent":"Thank you for your utmost generosity towards our project \"Sensory Learning\". Once the boxes of shaving cream and corn starch arrived, our students have been busy incorporating it into our daily routine and having a blast. \r\n\r\nMy students are sensory learners and have enjoy the look, the smell, and the texture. It has added a level of calming in our sometimes hectic day. The students use a variety of building materials to experiment with lines and shapes. We have also started experimenting with glue and paints and see what colors and other textures we have been able to create with it. \r\n\r\nBesides the shaving cream, we have also recycled the boxes the bottles came into to create other projects such as a bus and very soon, firetrucks. \r\n\r\nThank you again for the countless opportunities to creating fun and calming activities within the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1752206850412,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-learning/9436659/","projectTitle":"Sensory Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mancini","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6568632_orig.png?crop=1304,1304,x0,y52&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564968794020","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/llmancini"},{"teacherId":237299,"projectId":9441243,"letterContent":"Thank you, doesn't begin to cover it. The Scholastic Science magazines have been so helpful in our 3rd grade classroom because it helps my young students explore science in a fun and engaging way. The articles are written at their reading level, making complex ideas easier to understand. Each issue connects science topics to real-world events, which builds curiosity and excitement for learning. The magazine also supports our classroom discussions and activities that encourage critical thinking and teamwork. Overall, it has helped form an interest in science while strengthening reading and comprehension skills. It also has kept them wanting more. Thank you again for your donations to make this a reality.","fullyFundedDate":1751393699115,"projectUrl":"project/student-science-magazines/9441243/","projectTitle":"Student Science Magazines","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Drewry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp237299_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667058732711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mdrewry"},{"teacherId":7062377,"projectId":9381199,"letterContent":"Thank you for assisting in obtaining these handheld microphones. These microphones will make performing, singing and moving much easier and safer for my students.\r\n\r\nThe students love performing musicals and programs with narration. However the cabled microphones have meant their movements were limited and students having to watch for and step over tripping hazards.\r\n\r\nThe microphones even come with colored markers that will make identifying who is using which one easier since this year 5th graders will be helping run the sound board.","fullyFundedDate":1748874774338,"projectUrl":"project/better-mics-for-a-better-sound/9381199/","projectTitle":"Better Mics for a Better Sound","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7062377_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579286546378","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7062377"},{"teacherId":7062377,"projectId":9273979,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping me get these pieces of sound equipment. My concert choir is large, 50 students, but can not sing over the sound system whole performing in the gym.\r\n\r\n The condenser mics you helped purchase went a long way in allowing my students sound to be blended into the sound system. My students loved that they were able to be heard by their families.\r\n\r\nThe new cables ensured we had extra in the event that one stopped working for any reason. My guitar and bass players live knowing that they can continue to plug in no matter what.","fullyFundedDate":1746815418531,"projectUrl":"project/creating-amazing-performances/9273979/","projectTitle":"Creating Amazing Performances","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7062377_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579286546378","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7062377"},{"teacherId":7062377,"projectId":9064954,"letterContent":"These new amps have helped improve my students performances by giving them better quality equipment to plug into. The students were so excited to open up and use both of them. \r\n\r\nThese amps are bigger with more playing options but still allow the students to both move them and work with them individually. They have helped a great deal in allowing my guitar players to better blend in with the band and be heard when playing alone.\r\n\r\nMy more proficient players love having more options to change and enhance their sound as they play. Thank you again for supporting my classroom and students","fullyFundedDate":1744049001184,"projectUrl":"project/new-amps-for-improved-sounds/9064954/","projectTitle":"New Amps for Improved Sounds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7062377_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579286546378","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7062377"},{"teacherId":237299,"projectId":9172116,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing chapter books to our third grade classroom! Your generous contribution has brought so much excitement and joy to our students. They truly love having the opportunity to dive into new stories and read alongside their friends. It's wonderful to see them so engaged, sharing their favorite parts, and growing as readers together. Their excitement for silent reading time and smiles on their faces when they pick a new book is priceless. Your support is making a real difference in their learning and love for reading!","fullyFundedDate":1744206512746,"projectUrl":"project/chapter-book-chronicles/9172116/","projectTitle":"Chapter Book Chronicles","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Drewry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp237299_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667058732711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mdrewry"},{"teacherId":7062377,"projectId":9303143,"letterContent":"Together with one of my 5th grade classes we were able to assemble 36 wellness kits that will be delivered to Waterbury Hospital. Items included in each kit are coloring books with colored pencils, a variety of fidget toys, eye masks and playing cards. The students were excited to help put the kits together to support patient wellness.\r\n\r\n We talked about how hard it can be to be away from home especially when you are in the hospital. We talked about the importance of being able to keep your mind busy and occupied during longer stays and how things like coloring and fidget toys can help calm a person who might be nervous during their stay.","fullyFundedDate":1746545880654,"projectUrl":"project/wellness-for-patients/9303143/","projectTitle":"Wellness for Patients","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7062377_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579286546378","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7062377"},{"teacherId":237299,"projectId":9012910,"letterContent":"On behalf of my elementary school, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for the generous donation of The Wild Robot books! Your kindness means so much to us, and we are so excited to be reading this incredible story.\r\n\r\nThis book will not only enrich our classrooms and our library but it is also sparking our imaginations and inspiring us as we explore themes of adventure, technology, and the world around us. The students look forward to reading it everyday, and we share our thoughts and ideas together as we work through the story.\r\n\r\nYour generosity makes a real difference in our learning experience. Thank you again for supporting our love of reading and helping us grow in new and exciting ways.","fullyFundedDate":1736148675666,"projectUrl":"project/one-book-one-read/9012910/","projectTitle":"One Book, One Read","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Drewry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp237299_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667058732711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mdrewry"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_44086","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":283,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":17,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":72,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"7.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":55.6,"schoolId":44086,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Bucks Hill Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Bucks Hill Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/connecticut/waterbury-public-schools/bucks-hill-elementary-school/44086"}