{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Manatee Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":40.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1902470,"projectId":9623871,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through your donation of toner cartridges, laminating pouches, copy paper, and colored cardstock. These essential supplies allow me to create clear, visually supportive materials that are especially important for my students with disabilities. From color-coded resources to durable, reusable visuals, these tools help me provide the extra scaffolding they need to understand concepts and feel successful in their learning.\r\n\r\nYour contribution goes far beyond basic supplies—it directly supports my students' emotional and academic growth. With structured, engaging materials, students experience reduced anxiety, increased engagement, and stronger self-regulation skills. Because of your kindness, they are able to learn in a more accessible, supportive environment where they feel confident and capable. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for helping every student thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1759261275959,"projectUrl":"project/see-it-learn-it-live-it/9623871/","projectTitle":"See It, Learn It, Live It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mayer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1902470_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632535861374","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1902470"},{"teacherId":1902470,"projectId":9539020,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Calming Craft Club. Your donation of painting sets, markers, canvases, sensory tools, and a Bluetooth speaker has helped create a special space where students can relax, express themselves, and build important emotional regulation skills. Whether indoors or outside, these materials give students the opportunity to unwind through creativity while enjoying calming music in a positive and supportive environment.\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students have a safe and welcoming space to connect, reflect, and recharge. These experiences not only support their emotional well-being but also help them return to the classroom more focused, confident, and ready to learn. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for helping us nurture both the hearts and minds of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1754827377677,"projectUrl":"project/calming-craft-club/9539020/","projectTitle":"Calming Craft Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mayer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1902470_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632535861374","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1902470"},{"teacherId":1902470,"projectId":9967420,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Your donation of scissors, chart paper, rewards, and bookmarks is already making a meaningful difference in creating an engaging and supportive learning environment for my third graders. With these materials, students are able to participate more actively in hands-on learning experiences, such as group projects, visual displays, and creative writing activities. These tools help bring lessons to life, making learning more dynamic, accessible, and enjoyable for every child.\r\n\r\nBeyond supporting our daily lessons, your contribution also helps foster a positive and motivating classroom culture. The rewards and bookmarks serve as powerful encouragement, recognizing students' efforts and inspiring them to persevere while nurturing a lifelong love of reading. Because of your kindness, my students feel valued, supported, and excited to learn each day. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for investing in the success and creativity of our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1775753279226,"projectUrl":"project/bookmarks-beyond-inspiring-creativity/9967420/","projectTitle":"Bookmarks & Beyond: Inspiring Creativity and Achievement","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mayer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1902470_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632535861374","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1902470"},{"teacherId":1902470,"projectId":8690020,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our grant, Make Multiplication Fun. Your contribution has made it possible for our students to create their own personalized multiplication gameboards, which we were able to laminate using the provided lamination sheets. This has transformed a simple activity into a lasting, interactive learning tool.\r\nBecause of your support, students are not only practicing multiplication skills but doing so in a way that encourages creativity, ownership, and excitement for learning. The durable laminated boards allow students to revisit their games repeatedly, reinforcing their skills over time.\r\nWe have already seen a noticeable increase in student focus, engagement, and participation. Students are more motivated to practice multiplication facts, collaborate with peers, and take pride in their work. The hands-on nature of this project has helped make learning both meaningful and fun.\r\nThis opportunity has truly made a lasting impact in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1734642757614,"projectUrl":"project/make-multiplication-fun/8690020/","projectTitle":"Make Multiplication Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mayer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1902470_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632535861374","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1902470"},{"teacherId":10105672,"projectId":9523822,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution to our DonorsChoose project, \"Building a Bright, Engaging, and Welcoming 4th Grade Classroom.\" Your support means so much to me and my students. \r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, we now have access to new books for book studies, anchor charts for students to reference during instruction and independent work, rewards to celebrate student growth, improvement, and achievement, as well as tools that make the classroom more comfortable and relaxing so that students can fully engage in their learning through a safe and supportive environment. These resources will continue to make a real difference in our classroom by allowing students to grow to their fullest potential. \r\n\r\nWith our amazing new rug and flexible seating, our students now have a space to meet with peers to work on projects or as part of our small group instruction. Students have fully enjoyed this space as it has allowed them to learn and work creatively away from their desks. It provides movement, which has allowed my students to become more comfortable and focused. \r\n\r\nWith our new classroom library books, students are now engaging in book studies with peers and in small groups. The students are enjoying the new content that is available to be read and are excited to explore new authors. We are looking forward to a class book study here soon! \r\n\r\nStudents value the positive decor that has transformed the classroom to a calming space for students to feel comfortable taking risks and knowing that they will be supported. Wall signs with positive affirmations hung throughout the classroom, remind the students what I, as their teacher, believe about each one of them. Even now, when a peer is having a hard day, they are beginning to encourage each other with the affirmations around the room as these affirmations have become part of our classroom culture and language. \r\n\r\nYour generosity reminds my students that there are people who believe in their potential and care about their education. Thank you for helping us create a positive and engaging learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1762388084864,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-bright-engaging-and-welcomi/9523822/","projectTitle":"Building a Bright, Engaging, and Welcoming 4th Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Heisele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10105672"},{"teacherId":9774223,"projectId":9657014,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom project. Your donation has made a meaningful and immediate difference for my special education students. In our small-group setting, every material, every piece of furniture, and every tool you helped provide plays an important role in creating an environment where my students can learn, grow, and feel truly valued.\r\n\r\nThe supplies and flexible furniture you funded are more than just items in a classroom—they are supports that help my students feel safe, comfortable, and confident. Many of my learners need calm, structured spaces to regulate their emotions and stay focused. With the new seating, organizational tools, and instructional materials, they now have an environment that meets their sensory needs, encourages independence, and allows them to engage more deeply in their work.\r\n\r\nI have already seen a positive change: students who once struggled to settle now eagerly choose a comfortable spot to learn. Small victories—like a child who can finally sit and complete a task without frustration—are happening every day because of you. The space now feels warm, welcoming, and joyful, and my students walk in with smiles knowing they are in a place designed with their success in mind.\r\n\r\nYour kindness shows my students that people believe in them. It reminds them that they matter, they deserve support, and they are capable of great things. Thank you for helping create a classroom where every child can feel proud, encouraged, and ready to grow.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1758815054525,"projectUrl":"project/learning-with-love-a-supportive-space-f/9657014/","projectTitle":"Learning With Love: a Supportive Space for Special Education.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Radlovacki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9774223_orig.jpg?crop=341,341,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727109567105","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-radlovacki"},{"teacherId":10163344,"projectId":9560767,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your generous support of my project, \"From Stress to Success: A Student Comfort Corner.\" The new resources have completely transformed my office into a welcoming, calming space where students feel safe and supported. When they first saw the fidgets and cozy lighting, many smiled, and their body language finally relaxed, and they talked openly.\r\n\r\nThe snacks, sensory tools, and coloring books have been especially helpful during evaluations and counseling sessions. Students who struggle with anxiety or attention are able to use these supports to stay calm and focused, making sessions more productive and positive. The noise machine and warm lighting have created an environment that feels less clinical and more like a safe haven, which helps students open up and engage more easily.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students now have a space designed for both comfort and growth. A space that supports their mental health, builds their self-regulation skills, and allows me to better meet their individual needs. Thank you for helping me make such a meaningful difference in their daily lives.","fullyFundedDate":1754922141594,"projectUrl":"project/from-stress-to-success-a-student-comfor/9560767/","projectTitle":"From Stress to Success: A Student Comfort Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sierra-Moeller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10163344_orig.jpg?crop=3648,3648,x0,y948&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754678634789","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10163344"},{"teacherId":1327215,"projectId":9540650,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our sensory room project. Thanks to you, our students now have access to a calming, engaging, and supportive space that has truly transformed their learning experience.\r\nFrom the moment our students first walked into the sensory room, their faces lit up with joy and curiosity. One student, who often struggles with transitions, immediately gravitated toward the tactile wall and spent several peaceful minutes exploring textures. Another student found comfort in the cozy corner with soft lighting and bean bags, using it as a safe space to regulate emotions during a challenging day. These moments have become daily occurrences, and they speak volumes about the impact your donation has made.\r\nWe've integrated the sensory room into our daily routines. Students use it for brain breaks, emotional regulation, and even as a reward for meeting goals. Recently, we completed a classroom project where students created their own \"calm kits\" inspired by the tools in the sensory room. They chose items that help them feel grounded—like fidget toys, stress balls, and visual timers—and learned how to use them proactively. It was a powerful lesson in self-awareness and emotional intelligence.\r\nLooking ahead, we're excited to build on this momentum. Our next step is to incorporate sensory strategies into academic lessons, especially in reading and math. For example, we're developing a multisensory phonics station that uses textured letters and movement-based learning to support students with dyslexia and other learning differences.\r\nYour support gave us more than materials—it gave us hope, creativity, and a renewed sense of possibility. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping us create a space where every child feels seen, supported, and empowered.\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1759162372395,"projectUrl":"project/feel-focus-flourish-sensory-supports/9540650/","projectTitle":"Feel, Focus, Flourish: Sensory Supports for Special Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bramble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1327215_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692966266364","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1327215"},{"teacherId":9701388,"projectId":9570925,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation that allowed us to purchase an easy-roll traffic cone cart. Your contribution has made a tremendous difference in our daily PE classes, and I am excited to share just how impactful this piece of equipment has been for both our students and staff.\r\n\r\nBefore we received the cone cart, setting up for our PE activities was often a time-consuming and physically demanding process. Cones are one of the most versatile and frequently used tools in our PE program—they mark boundaries, create obstacle courses, designate safe zones, and define areas for small-group games. However, with many cones spread across our fields, and playground areas, simply transporting and organizing them took up a large portion of our limited class time.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, the new easy-roll cone cart has completely transformed the way we set up and clean up our activity spaces. The cart allows us to efficiently transport a large number of cones in one trip, drastically cutting down the time it takes to prepare for each lesson. What once required multiple","fullyFundedDate":1755085770496,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-to-fitness/9570925/","projectTitle":"Rolling to Fitness","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Santiago","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9701388"},{"teacherId":9717518,"projectId":9559034,"letterContent":"Thank you for the donation to help make our classroom a positive learning environment for everyone. We are using the materials donated for our learning every day. \r\n\r\nWe use the number cards, file folders, file trays, and 100 number pop it for math activities. We use the pocket chart for Vocabulary words and sight words to display. We are using the bookmarks in our text books to make it easy to find pages. \r\n\r\nWe are using the bouncy balls, pop it bracelets, temporary tattoos, and squishies in the treasure box. We love earning rewards for our hard work! \r\n\r\nThanks again for donating. We appreciate your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1757162441744,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-for-positive-learni/9559034/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials for Positive Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Seckora","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9717518_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729874808931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9717518"},{"teacherId":9720030,"projectId":9594673,"letterContent":"My students and I truly appreciate your generosity. The Focus tools have already been successfully used. The whisper phones and mirrors are helping our students with articulation errors to see and also hear themselves themselves more clearly. This helps build their error awareness skills to that they can hear mistakes and correct them immediately. \r\nThe squirrel game helps students enjoy their time speech as they work on their language goals! They get so excited when it's their turn! The poppits are used as counters so everytime they practice correctly they can pop a bubble. At the end of the session, they like to compare themselves against how they did last session.\r\nOur older elementary students really enjoy the conversation cubes when they practice how to take turns talking without interrupting or taling too long and not including their conversation partner. \r\nAnd the sand kits are a favorite of all ages and requested EVERY session :)\r\nThank you so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1755358847978,"projectUrl":"project/hocus-focus-on-language/9594673/","projectTitle":"Hocus Focus on Language","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shatzman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9720030_orig.jpg?crop=1677,1677,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725047395500","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9720030"},{"teacherId":9400558,"projectId":9532325,"letterContent":"My students have been thrilled to have the items we purchased from your Donors Choose donations. The sensory supplies help keep students regulated. My students absolutely love their new arts and crafts supplies. We have had so much fun creating amazing projects. The arts and class supplies have let us explore our creativity and will be continued to use all year.\r\nMy students absolutely love their new arts and crafts supplies. We have had so much fun creating amazing projects. My students have been thrilled to have the items we purchased from your Donors Choose donations. The craft punches and scissors. The seat cushions are perfect for carpet time. This allows two students at a time to choose different types of seating. The beads and lacing activities are helping my students to develop fine motor skills. 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