{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"North Lakeland Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10524917,"projectId":10323016,"letterContent":"We appreciate the beautiful magazines you have sent us. Our school library doesn't have many books for our students to check out weekly; having the magazines in the classroom has offered the students an opportunity to read non-fiction texts that are appropriate for their reading levels and cover a variety of topics that interest them.\r\n\r\nIn the first grade, students learn, among other things, how to identify the main topic and relevant details in non-fiction texts. The magazines provide engaging content for practicing these skills. While most of our class works on developing foundational reading skills, those students who have already mastered them can spend their time reading the magazines independently.\r\n\r\nSome students have also taken the magazines home to read with their families.\r\nMy class and I appreciate your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1785254452342,"projectUrl":"project/a-magazine-for-me-teacher/10323016/","projectTitle":"A Magazine for Me, Teacher!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. González Figueroa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10524917_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787465697645","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10524917"},{"teacherId":557563,"projectId":10238672,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of Science Bootcamp workbooks for our fifth-grade students! Your support provides valuable resources that help students strengthen their science knowledge, build confidence, and prepare for academic success.\r\n\r\nWe are using the workbooks in both targeted review and acceleration groups to meet students' individual learning needs. During targeted review, students revisit important science concepts, address misconceptions, and practice benchmark-aligned questions. In our acceleration groups, students deepen their understanding, apply scientific concepts, and develop critical-thinking skills.\r\n\r\nYour donation is making a difference in students' everyday learning. For example, a student who struggles to understand a challenging science concept can use the workbook for additional practice in a small group, ask questions, and work through problems with teacher guidance. With repeated practice and support, that student has more opportunities to clarify misunderstandings and approach future questions with greater confidence. Meanwhile, students who have mastered the material can use the same resource to strengthen their reasoning and tackle more challenging questions.\r\n\r\nThese workbooks allow us to provide focused instruction, make the most of our classroom time, and give each student opportunities to grow at their own pace. Most importantly, they help us create a learning environment where students feel supported, challenged, and capable of success.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes beyond providing instructional materials. You are investing in our students' curiosity, confidence, and future achievements. We are grateful for your commitment to education and for helping us provide meaningful learning opportunities for every student.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our fifth-grade students, thank you for helping make science learning more engaging, purposeful, and accessible. Your kindness is helping our young scientists build the knowledge and skills they need to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1785272091213,"projectUrl":"project/science-success-bootcamp-supporting-5th/10238672/","projectTitle":"Science Success Bootcamp: Supporting 5th Grade Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp557563_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457780907243","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrscwright"},{"teacherId":8693474,"projectId":10320567,"letterContent":"My first grade students are enjoying the supplies! They have added interest and depth to our reading and writing centers. We use the talking buttons each week. The kids are so very focused on completing this sentence writing task. When I put the other items in centers the students act similarly. It's such a treat for them they work harder to complete the assignments. \r\nThe other items that help with writing skills, such as the pencil grips, are working great. Already, their penmanship has greatly improved. Your generosity has made a huge difference in my students' education.","fullyFundedDate":1785272092662,"projectUrl":"project/riveting-reading-and-writing-centers/10320567/","projectTitle":"Riveting Reading and Writing Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Charland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8693474"},{"teacherId":9496361,"projectId":9991585,"letterContent":"The resources from this project transformed my small-group instruction by allowing me to meet students exactly where they were academically. In my third-grade classroom, students learned at different paces and had unique strengths and challenges. These materials helped me provide differentiated instruction, increase student engagement, and create a supportive environment where every child felt successful. Through targeted small-group lessons, students received the individualized practice and encouragement needed to grow as confident, independent learners.","fullyFundedDate":1778162683875,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-learning-tools-to-help-every/9991585/","projectTitle":"Small-Group Learning Tools to Help Every Student Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cardona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9496361_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767395095035","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9496361"},{"teacherId":10524250,"projectId":10321168,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my students be more successful. My students are enjoying our \"Cozy Corner.\" The chairs are very comfortable. My students love how the seats adjust to meet their needs. It gives them the opportunity to relax while they read.\r\nThe headphones has been a great help. Many students came without headphones. They showed so much joy when I presented them with the new headphones. This has helped a great deal with testing. \r\nOnce again thank you for your contribution to my class.","fullyFundedDate":1781817945522,"projectUrl":"project/getting-cozy-in-the-reading-corner/10321168/","projectTitle":"Getting Cozy in the Reading Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McKenzie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10524250_orig.jpg?crop=1804,1804,x0,y120&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1780508604188","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10524250"},{"teacherId":10375153,"projectId":10065528,"letterContent":"The new resources have already transformed the atmosphere in our classroom. The comfy seating has become a favorite spot during independent reading and small‑group work. Students who normally struggle to settle into tasks are choosing these seats and staying focused longer, simply because they feel comfortable and calm. The water bottles and snacks have helped eliminate one of our biggest daily barriers, students being distracted by thirst or hunger. Now they can stay in the room, stay engaged, and stay ready to learn.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments happened the morning the fidgets arrived. My students walked in and froze, eyes wide, whispering \"Are those for us?\" They immediately started exploring them, and within minutes I saw students using them appropriately to self‑regulate during lessons. For many of my retained third graders, managing frustration and staying emotionally steady is half the battle. These fidgets give them a quiet, appropriate outlet that keeps them in the learning zone instead of shutting down.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue building routines around these resources. Students are learning how to choose the right seating for the right task, how to use fidgets responsibly, and how to take ownership of their water bottles and snacks. These items may seem simple, but they are helping us create a classroom where students feel safe, supported, and ready to grow academically and emotionally. Your generosity didn't just provide supplies, it provided comfort, confidence, and a sense of belonging.","fullyFundedDate":1779324436355,"projectUrl":"project/help-give-my-students-comfort-focus-an/10065528/","projectTitle":"Help Give My Students Comfort, Focus, and Fuel for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barnhart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10375153"},{"teacherId":557563,"projectId":10254442,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our students and teachers through your generous donation. Because of your kindness, our fifth-grade team now has access to Daily Problem Solving Cards and Hands-On Math Mini Lessons that will make a meaningful difference in mathematics instruction.\r\nAs the school's math coach, I have the opportunity to work alongside our fifth-grade teachers to plan engaging, standards-based lessons that meet the needs of all learners. These resources allow us to move beyond worksheets and lectures by providing rich problem-solving opportunities and hands-on experiences that help students develop a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts.\r\nThe Daily Problem Solving Cards encourage students to think critically, explain their reasoning, and apply their learning to real-world situations. They also provide teachers with consistent opportunities to build students' confidence and perseverance as mathematical thinkers.\r\nThe Hands-On Math Mini Lessons give teachers ready-to-use activities that make abstract concepts more concrete. Together, we use these materials during collaborative planning sessions to design lessons that are interactive, engaging, and aligned to our state standards. As a result, students are more actively involved in their learning and have multiple ways to explore and understand new skills.\r\nYour generosity extends far beyond the materials themselves. By investing in these resources, you are supporting every fifth-grade classroom and empowering teachers with tools they can use year after year to create meaningful learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1778162686109,"projectUrl":"project/building-deep-math-thinking-through-dail/10254442/","projectTitle":"Building Deep Math Thinking Through Daily Problem Solving","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp557563_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457780907243","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrscwright"},{"teacherId":10264339,"projectId":9944255,"letterContent":"Magic Math on the Wall is a powerful addition to our 3rd-grade classroom because it turns the walls into an interactive learning tool instead of just decoration. 3rd graders love anything that feels like a \"game\" or \"magic\" so it definitely helps to boost engagement and excitement. As l completed setting up the wall, students ran to it and was excited to start learning. It also came in very handy for small groups as it on the wall next to the teacher's led small group table. \r\n\r\nIn addition, at this age sitting still is hard so \"Magic Math On The Wall\" encourages movement especially for active learners. It reinforces 3rd grade skills as seeing these skills daily builds automaticity and confidence. It supports visual learners as students can reference the wall independently instead of asking for help repeatedly. Lastly it promotes collaboration and builds math confidence as they begin to feel capable. Small wins build strong math identities at this age.","fullyFundedDate":1769192008461,"projectUrl":"project/magic-math-on-our-walls/9944255/","projectTitle":"Magic Math on Our Walls","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bassue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10264339"},{"teacherId":8693474,"projectId":9480274,"letterContent":"We love the desk back pockets! The quality is incredible. They have held up to the wear and tear of daily use in our first grade class. The students are now able to systematically store their supplies. This has helped us keep the items in good condition and readily at hand. \r\n\r\nThe pencils have been truly helping the student's penmanship. The short chunky size seems to be easier for them to handle. The pencils also stay sharper longer than the regular yellow pencils and are very durable. We use them daily at center time and the kids make sure that they stay in good shape. \r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my students. Through your generosity our classroom has been more organized and the lessons are able to proceed smoothly so my students can learn more!","fullyFundedDate":1763491960489,"projectUrl":"project/seat-back-pockets/9480274/","projectTitle":"Seat Back Pockets","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Charland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8693474"},{"teacherId":9496361,"projectId":9712100,"letterContent":"Bringing Kindle devices into our classroom significantly enhance student learning by increasing access to diverse, high-interest reading materials. Many of my students benefit from having books readily available at their fingertips, and Kindles allow them to adjust font size, use built-in dictionaries, and highlight important information to strengthen comprehension. This technology supports differentiated instruction by meeting students at their individual reading levels while building independence and confidence. By expanding access to engaging texts, Kindles will help foster a love of reading, improve literacy skills, and encourage lifelong learning habits in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763555792916,"projectUrl":"project/ignite-and-inspire-a-kindle-learning-jo/9712100/","projectTitle":"Ignite and Inspire: A Kindle Learning Journey","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cardona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9496361_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767395095035","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9496361"},{"teacherId":9496361,"projectId":9712158,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Jars of Treasure: The Great Coin Challenge. Because of your generosity, our students are motivated to practice positive behaviors such as teamwork, kindness, and responsibility in a fun and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThis project has helped build a strong sense of community in our classroom. Students are excited to work together toward shared goals, celebrate achievements, and make positive choices. Your support has made learning enjoyable while reinforcing important life skills.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us create a positive classroom culture.","fullyFundedDate":1763555793264,"projectUrl":"project/jars-of-treasure-the-great-coin-challen/9712158/","projectTitle":"Jars of Treasure: the Great Coin Challenge","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cardona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9496361_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767395095035","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9496361"},{"teacherId":9496361,"projectId":9692212,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Peaceful Place Project. Because of you, our classroom now has a calm and welcoming space where students can take a moment to regulate their emotions, practice self-control, and refocus on learning.\r\n\r\nThis peaceful area has had a positive impact on student behavior and emotional well-being. Students are learning healthy ways to manage their feelings and return to class activities ready to learn. Your kindness has helped create a supportive environment where every child feels safe, valued, and understood.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1763555793129,"projectUrl":"project/peaceful-place-project/9692212/","projectTitle":"Peaceful Place Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cardona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9496361_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767395095035","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9496361"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_46978","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":532,"numTeachers":49,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":28,"percentWhite":20,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":45,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":69.4,"schoolId":46978,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about North Lakeland Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"North Lakeland Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/polk-county-school-district/north-lakeland-elementary-school/46978"}