{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cranberry Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":53.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5023382,"projectId":10044560,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting the learning of my kindergarten through fifth grade scientists. With budget cuts, my science lab does not have access to computers. Acquiring this iPad really helped me to teach a noteworthy lesson about our native Florida sea turtles. We have access to an amazing Turtle Trunk curriculum from Inwater Research Group, but could not complete some of the activities without technology. I am so thankful for your generous donation to make this happen for my students! I sincerely appreciate your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1772480776459,"projectUrl":"project/i-need-an-ipad/10044560/","projectTitle":"I Need an iPad","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kemble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5023382_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1512525690686","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-kemble"},{"teacherId":5023382,"projectId":10115023,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting the learning of my kindergarten through fifth grade scientists. With budget cuts, my science lab does not have access to computers. Acquiring this iPad really helped me to teach a noteworthy lesson about our native Florida sea turtles. We have access to an amazing Turtle Trunk curriculum from Inwater Research Group, but could not complete some of the activities without technology. I am so thankful for your generous donation to make this happen for my students! I sincerely appreciate your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1773196924147,"projectUrl":"project/ineed-an-ipad-too/10115023/","projectTitle":"iNeed an iPad too!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kemble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5023382_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1512525690686","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-kemble"},{"teacherId":3723120,"projectId":10171965,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding this wonderful project. It has actually turned into a school wide project. The materials are housed in our school science lab where the entire population of 850 students can use them.\r\nSome of the materials and books were used at our meet your teacher night before school started. Kids were excited to see the new things, especially the coloring books. At our first science night this year there was a table available with the bookmarks and markers for the kids to make bookmarks to go along with some science related books that were donated from a foundation here in our county. It was such a great event. The kids had a great time. \r\nWhat makes this project so good is that most of the items can be used year after year so many student lives will be touched by these materials. Also many great memories are made with families both at meet your teacher night and science night events. The first particular science night event was a schoolwide after school project. It focused on the Florida Everglades with guests from different agencies. Agencies included the water management district, the manatee and turtle relief organizations, local, native nurseries, and many other organizations.\r\nThis project is something near dear to my heart, as I am a born and raised Floridian. Thank you for your donations and thank you for making a difference and the lives of these children. It is greatly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1785015815742,"projectUrl":"project/color-the-everglades/10171965/","projectTitle":"Color the Everglades","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-holly-thompson"},{"teacherId":8804308,"projectId":10128891,"letterContent":"Beyond addressing hunger, having snacks readily available helps create a classroom environment where students feel safe, supported, and valued. Students should be able to spend their energy thinking, reading, problem-solving, and growing—not wondering when they will eat next.\r\n\r\nThank you to the generous donors who make this possible. Your support provides much more than a snack. You are giving students comfort, energy, and the opportunity to focus on learning. Knowing that someone in their community cares enough to meet even a small need can make a tremendous difference in a child's day. Your generosity helps ensure that hunger does not stand between a student and their opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1782773596400,"projectUrl":"project/fed-motivated-and-ready-to-learn/10128891/","projectTitle":"Fed, Motivated and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Embury","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8804308"},{"teacherId":152196,"projectId":10237694,"letterContent":"The models arrived today and I am VERY excited about using these this year. Our school's science lab teacher and I have big plans for bee presentations for all second grade classes, our school's STEM fair night, and an Earth Day event. Plus I will obviously be sharing them with my own students on World Bee Day in May! \r\n\r\nSince I can't bring an entire hive of bees into my classroom, these models provide great visuals for students to help them understand honeybees, beekeeping, and pollination in a different light! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1780177175592,"projectUrl":"project/from-apiary-to-classroom-educating-stud/10237694/","projectTitle":"From Apiary to Classroom: Educating Students About Honey Bees","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maiolo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp152196_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566263370216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmaiolo"},{"teacherId":4828041,"projectId":10255165,"letterContent":"With your generous donation, all of my students are able to read thrilling high-interest chapter books. This jumpstarts a love of reading in my classroom! It warms my heart to hear my students talking about the chapter book they're reading and why it's the best one on my book shelf. \r\n\r\nI keep a set of these exciting books on my bookshelf for students to enjoy year after year. Because of your support, I am also able to gift a book for each of my students to keep. This is such a special time in my classroom. My students truly begin to see reading as a fun activity instead of just something they do at school. This kicks off my Bookworm Club that all my students are a part of!\r\n\r\nNew this year, your donations have helped to add some vital research-based behavior approaches to my list of tools. And what perfect timing, as I have some students that can very much benefit from new ideas to help them succeed. I have two students with behavior intervention plans. I feel confident that I have the necessary resources to help them this year.","fullyFundedDate":1779127844472,"projectUrl":"project/the-gift-of-reading/10255165/","projectTitle":"The Gift of Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Feo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4828041_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506299891029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-feo"},{"teacherId":10013468,"projectId":9743917,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kindness and generosity. My students and I are truly grateful for your support. Your generosity provided mid-afternoon snacks for students during our long reading block. Students who were unable to bring snacks from home could choose from a variety of options. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping us create a successful, engaging learning environment. \r\n\r\nWhen my students saw the snacks that you provided, their eyes lit up. There is nothing better than seeing the excitement and gratitude in their eyes.","fullyFundedDate":1762266280374,"projectUrl":"project/full-bellies-focused-minds/9743917/","projectTitle":"Full Bellies, Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Delices","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10013468_orig.jpg?crop=1061,1061,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758476817395","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10013468"},{"teacherId":152196,"projectId":9735869,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our World Bee Day project! Because of your generosity, my students were able to celebrate bees in a fun, hands-on, and memorable way. From building bee-inspired robot creations to wearing bee headbands and enjoying our special celebration together, the day was filled with excitement, learning, and smiles. As both a teacher and a beekeeper, it means so much to share my passion for bees with my students each year.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helped my students learn about the importance of pollinators while also building teamwork, creativity, and STEM skills. Many of my students had never experienced activities like these before, and they were absolutely buzzing with enthusiasm! This annual tradition has become one of the highlights of our school year, and your support made this year's celebration extra special.\r\n\r\nIf you would like to continue supporting our classroom's bee learning adventures, please keep an eye out for my next \"World Bee Day\" project, where I hope to provide large beehive models for students to explore and learn from in an even more interactive way. Thank you again for making a difference in the lives of my students! 🐝💛","fullyFundedDate":1759771284087,"projectUrl":"project/buzzing-into-learning-celebrating-world/9735869/","projectTitle":"Buzzing into Learning: Celebrating World Bee Day with STEM!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maiolo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp152196_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566263370216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmaiolo"},{"teacherId":5257335,"projectId":10097375,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nI wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your generous contributions to our classroom. Your support is making a meaningful, day-to-day impact on my students and their learning experience.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboards have become an essential part of our UFLI phonics lessons, allowing every student to actively engage and practice skills in real time. The dry erase dots have also been incredibly helpful during our small group teacher table instruction, giving students a clear and structured way to focus on their work.\r\n\r\nWe are especially grateful for the sturdy pencil sharpener—it has truly empowered students to take responsibility for their own writing tools, building independence and confidence in the classroom.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your thoughtful additions have helped create a joyful and supportive environment. The birthday crowns make each child feel celebrated and special on their big day. The playing cards have brought so much excitement to our math block as we play our favorite game, TRASH, reinforcing important skills in a fun and engaging way.\r\n\r\nLastly, thank you for the batteries that keep our classroom microphone working. This simple but essential tool ensures that every student can hear clearly, no matter where they are sitting, which makes a huge difference in maintaining an inclusive learning environment.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is felt in countless ways each day, and we are truly grateful for your support. Thank you for investing in our students and helping our classroom thrive.\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,\r\n[Your Name]","fullyFundedDate":1771293591362,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-keep-our-classroom-running/10097375/","projectTitle":"Tools to Keep our Classroom Running","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pace","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5257335_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693400293951","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pacej"},{"teacherId":3723120,"projectId":10116356,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my summer school classroom. Your kindness is helping create a positive and meaningful experience for my students during an important time of learning.\r\n\r\nSummer school can often feel stressful for children, parents, and teachers alike. This year, we will spend four weeks learning together, and my goal is to make that time as pleasant, engaging, and fun as possible. Because of your generosity, I will be able to provide snacks, water, and games that will truly enhance our daily experience.\r\n\r\nMy class is made up of students with varying exceptionalities, and keeping them focused and motivated is my top priority. The snacks and water you've helped provide will be used during \"brain breaks,\" giving students a chance to move, recharge, and stay hydrated—especially important during the hot Florida summer. While students are encouraged to bring water bottles, sometimes they forget, and your support ensures no child goes without.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, your donation allows us to have exciting indoor games ready for those rainy June days when we must stay inside. Hands-on activities, like planting fast-growing seeds, will also give students a fun way to connect with nature and stay engaged in learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference in the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1772849472318,"projectUrl":"project/ready-for-summer-school/10116356/","projectTitle":"Ready For Summer School","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-holly-thompson"},{"teacherId":3723120,"projectId":10138693,"letterContent":"My inclusion students work in a classroom where children with disabilities work alongside regular education students. I want to foster a happy, safe, classroom community of life-long learners. My students will be positively impacted by having a variety of reading materials and resources available to them. Reading comprehension is a skill that has lifelong implications. When a child is lacking the foundational skills to reading, comprehension is difficult. This is true across all subject areas. These I Survived books are highly engaging. In fact, this is why I am doing another project for them. They are so popular that they sometimes stay home with the kids.\r\n\r\nIt is important to nurture the love of reading and build confidence. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1773429854084,"projectUrl":"project/i-survived-reading/10138693/","projectTitle":"\"i Survived\" Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-holly-thompson"},{"teacherId":3723120,"projectId":10120813,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom. Your kindness is making a meaningful and lasting impact on my students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students will have access to a variety of engaging reading materials and resources. Reading comprehension is a skill with lifelong importance, and when students struggle with foundational reading skills, it affects their understanding across all subject areas. Your support helps bridge that gap and gives my students the tools they need to succeed.\r\n\r\nThe I Survived books are especially exciting for my students. They are highly engaging and have quickly become favorites—so much so that they often travel home with students because they can't put them down! This level of enthusiasm is exactly what helps build strong readers.\r\n\r\nIt is so important to nurture a love of reading while also building confidence. Often, it may seem that students can read simply because they can decode words, but true comprehension is what allows them to fully understand and connect with what they read. With these new materials, my students will not only improve their comprehension skills but will also begin to truly enjoy reading.","fullyFundedDate":1773016417123,"projectUrl":"project/i-survived-chapter-books-and-lived-to/10120813/","projectTitle":"\"I Survived\" Chapter Books and Lived To Tell About It!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-holly-thompson"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_73652","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":799,"numTeachers":56,"percentFrplEligible":66,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":61,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":22,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":46.4,"schoolId":73652,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Cranberry Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Cranberry Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/sarasota-county-school-district/cranberry-elementary-school/73652"}