{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Shore Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":789062,"projectId":9331126,"letterContent":"This is my first year in the Media Center. I wanted to be able to create a space that was both inviting and comfortable for students when they come to check out books.\r\nThanks to your donation the students are so excited to use the pillows after they have checked out their books. They also love the seats that they can control the angle of the back to sit up more or lounge back more. The cushions have been used in so many ways for comfort while reading!\r\nWe are so blessed to have donors who make our dreams come true! Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1747061505329,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-while-we-are-reading/9331126/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating While We are Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Grayem","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp789062_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476309797947","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mgrayem"},{"teacherId":789062,"projectId":9160216,"letterContent":"Our students love these readers! They were so excited to read with a partner in class and even more excited when they found out they got to take them home!\r\n\r\nOur students who have had trouble enjoying reading were extra excited when they got their reader! They were picking out words they knew and sharing about what they learning. \r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your donation to this project! It is because of you and your generosity that our students are able to have this excitement! We are anxiously awaiting next month to arrive!","fullyFundedDate":1745713623070,"projectUrl":"project/shining-readers-with-scholastic/9160216/","projectTitle":"Shining Readers with Scholastic!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Grayem","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp789062_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476309797947","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mgrayem"},{"teacherId":9445825,"projectId":9276843,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing the reMarkable Paper Pro to our 4th grade classroom. This powerful tool has transformed student engagement—lessons are now more interactive, and students are eager to write, sketch, and share ideas in real time. The distraction-free design keeps them focused, while the digital handwriting experience encourages creativity and participation. We've seen increased confidence, collaboration, and a deeper connection to learning. Your donation has made a lasting impact on our classroom and helped inspire a love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1745713762696,"projectUrl":"project/becoming-remarkable/9276843/","projectTitle":"Becoming reMarkable!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Florin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9445825"},{"teacherId":9445825,"projectId":9067981,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity. Your support has brought powerful tools like the Apple Pencil into our 3rd grade classroom, transforming the way our students learn. Engagement has soared, students are excited to write, draw, and participate in lessons with newfound enthusiasm. These tools make learning hands-on, creative, and accessible for all learners. We've seen improved focus, deeper understanding, and more joyful learning experiences. Your gift has truly empowered our students and helped build a foundation for lifelong learning.","fullyFundedDate":1737413376240,"projectUrl":"project/apple-pencil-for-ipads/9067981/","projectTitle":"Apple Pencil For iPads","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Florin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9445825"},{"teacherId":9445825,"projectId":9033595,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support in providing iPads for our elementary robotics program. Your contribution has had a truly transformative impact on our students, and I wanted to take a moment to share just how meaningful your support has been.\r\n\r\nSince integrating iPads into our robotics curriculum, our classroom has been filled with a renewed sense of energy, creativity, and enthusiasm. The iPads have become an essential tool in helping our young learners engage more deeply with coding, robotics, and problem-solving. Students who were once hesitant to try coding are now confidently building, programming, and exploring robotics concepts in a hands-on, interactive way.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting outcomes we've seen is the increased student engagement and ownership in their learning. With the iPads, students can immediately test and see the results of their code in action. They light up with excitement when their robots respond just as they programmed — moving through mazes, lighting up, or completing creative tasks. This instant feedback loop encourages experimentation, problem-solving, and perseverance, helping students develop a growth mindset and confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nThe iPads have also supported collaboration and creativity in the classroom. Students often work in pairs or small teams, discussing strategies, testing their code together, and learning from each other's mistakes and successes. Additionally, they've used iPads to document their work — creating videos, taking photos, and making presentations to reflect on their process. It's inspiring to watch them take pride in sharing their learning journeys with their peers and families.\r\n\r\nBeyond the immediate learning benefits, your support has had a lasting impact on our school community. By integrating iPads into our robotics program, we're helping build a strong foundation in STEM for students at a young age, opening their eyes to future possibilities in technology and innovation. For many of our students, this may be their first experience with coding and robotics — and because of your generosity, it's been an incredibly positive and empowering one.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our students, staff, and families, thank you for believing in the power of technology and education. Your support is helping shape curious minds, creative thinkers, and future problem-solvers. We are deeply grateful for your contribution and excited for the continued growth and learning that lies ahead.","fullyFundedDate":1736453063948,"projectUrl":"project/ipad-for-robotics/9033595/","projectTitle":"iPad for Robotics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Florin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9445825"},{"teacherId":1896016,"projectId":9049851,"letterContent":"I cannot begin to express how deeply grateful I am for your kindness and generosity in funding my DonorsChoose project. Your support means the world to me and, more importantly, to my students. Because of you, we now have the resources we need to create a more engaging and enriching learning experience.\r\n\r\nSeeing my students' faces light up when they received the materials was truly priceless. These resources will help them explore, create, and grow in ways that would not have been possible without your support. Your generosity has not only provided tangible items but also instilled a sense of excitement and motivation in my students.\r\n\r\nIn a time when teachers often have to find creative ways to ensure their students have what they need, your willingness to give speaks volumes about the kind of person you are. Your belief in the power of education and your willingness to invest in our classroom gives me renewed energy and hope.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students, for believing in our classroom, and for making a difference in our lives. Your kindness will have a lasting impact, and we will always remember the generosity that made this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1736785317652,"projectUrl":"project/totally-tech/9049851/","projectTitle":"Totally Tech","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dulin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1896016_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501955603404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1896016"},{"teacherId":1896016,"projectId":9004688,"letterContent":"I cannot begin to express how deeply grateful I am for your kindness and generosity in funding my DonorsChoose project. Your support means the world to me and, more importantly, to my students. Because of you, we now have the resources we need to create a more engaging and enriching learning experience.\r\n\r\nSeeing my students' faces light up when they received the materials was truly priceless. These resources will help them explore, create, and grow in ways that would not have been possible without your support. Your generosity has not only provided tangible items but also instilled a sense of excitement and motivation in my students.\r\n\r\nIn a time when teachers often have to find creative ways to ensure their students have what they need, your willingness to give speaks volumes about the kind of person you are. Your belief in the power of education and your willingness to invest in our classroom gives me renewed energy and hope.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students, for believing in our classroom, and for making a difference in our lives. Your kindness will have a lasting impact, and we will always remember the generosity that made this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1734373019569,"projectUrl":"project/totally-tech/9004688/","projectTitle":"Totally Tech!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dulin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1896016_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501955603404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1896016"},{"teacherId":789062,"projectId":9009545,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your donation to our project. We have been busy learning with all the materials you supplied for us! We have used them in a variety of ways including morning learning bins, math small groups and even during Fun Friday! Our students love using these materials!\r\nWe are asked multiple times a day when we can use our new items. From the moment the items arrived our students were so excited to get the chance to use each item. We have learned patience and sharing along with other academic lessons. \r\nThank you so much again for helping us to be able to have these materials available to our students! Your kindness is so appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1736453382020,"projectUrl":"project/stem-and-science-success/9009545/","projectTitle":"STEM and Science Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Grayem","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp789062_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476309797947","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mgrayem"},{"teacherId":9269837,"projectId":9053798,"letterContent":"I am writing to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our STEM project, and to share how profoundly it has impacted my students. Thanks to your contributions, we have been able to create a dynamic and hands-on learning environment where students actively engage with engineering concepts, sparking their curiosity and problem-solving abilities. This project has empowered them to think critically, collaborate with their peers, and develop valuable skills that will serve them in the years to come.\r\n\r\nThe hands-on nature of this project has also had a significant impact on student engagement. The students are no longer passive recipients of information, but active participants in their own learning. By applying engineering concepts to real-world problems, they developed a deeper appreciation for how the knowledge they gain in the classroom can be used to solve practical challenges. Their excitement and enthusiasm were evident as they tested their designs and saw their efforts come to life, reinforcing the connection between learning and tangible outcomes.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this project has ignited a passion for learning that will last far beyond the classroom. The skills my students have developed—problem-solving, creativity, perseverance, and teamwork—are essential for success in any field. Your generous support has not only provided them with the tools and resources to explore these concepts but also helped to foster an environment where they feel empowered to tackle challenges with confidence.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your generosity. Your investment in my students' education has made a lasting difference, and I am incredibly grateful for your commitment to helping them grow and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1736967816989,"projectUrl":"project/stem-bins-for-learning/9053798/","projectTitle":"STEM Bins for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Conlan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9269837_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694277612157","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9269837"},{"teacherId":9269837,"projectId":8151428,"letterContent":"I am writing to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our STEM project, and to share how profoundly it has impacted my students. Thanks to your contributions, we have been able to create a dynamic and hands-on learning environment where students actively engage with engineering concepts, sparking their curiosity and problem-solving abilities. This project has empowered them to think critically, collaborate with their peers, and develop valuable skills that will serve them in the years to come.\r\n\r\nThe hands-on nature of this project has also had a significant impact on student engagement. The students are no longer passive recipients of information, but active participants in their own learning. By applying engineering concepts to real-world problems, they developed a deeper appreciation for how the knowledge they gain in the classroom can be used to solve practical challenges. Their excitement and enthusiasm were evident as they tested their designs and saw their efforts come to life, reinforcing the connection between learning and tangible outcomes.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this project has ignited a passion for learning that will last far beyond the classroom. The skills my students have developed—problem-solving, creativity, perseverance, and teamwork—are essential for success in any field. Your generous support has not only provided them with the tools and resources to explore these concepts but also helped to foster an environment where they feel empowered to tackle challenges with confidence.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your generosity. Your investment in my students' education has made a lasting difference, and I am incredibly grateful for your commitment to helping them grow and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1706904176448,"projectUrl":"project/stem-time-fun/8151428/","projectTitle":"STEM Time Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Conlan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9269837_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694277612157","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9269837"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_46395","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":259,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":63,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":32,"percentWhite":26,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"7.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.9,"schoolId":46395,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about West Shore Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"West Shore Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/hillsborough-county-public-school-district/west-shore-elementary-school/46395"}