{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Gulf Gate Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":21.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6964150,"projectId":9731968,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Drumming Up Joy: Tubanos for Young Musicians\" project. Because of your generosity, my students now have beautiful tubano drums to use in music class. We've been using them for rhythm practice, ensemble playing, and call-and-response activities. When the drums first arrived, students were beyond excited, and their enthusiasm was immediate. Seeing their confidence grow as they make music together has been truly special.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue developing rhythm skills, learning about music from different cultures, and working toward simple performances and group compositions. These drums have made music more engaging, hands-on, and joyful for every child in my classroom. Thank you again for helping bring this experience to our students. Your support is making a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1760693697850,"projectUrl":"project/drumming-up-joy-tubanos-for-young-music/9731968/","projectTitle":"Drumming Up Joy: Tubanos for Young Musicians","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Captain F","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6964150_orig.jpg?crop=1128,1128,x0,y645&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757343824770","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6964150"},{"teacherId":6964150,"projectId":9663369,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Toot, Tweet, and Play! Recorders for All!\" project. Because of your generosity, my students now have their very own recorders to explore music in a hands-on, meaningful way. We've already begun using them in class to learn proper playing technique, note reading, and ensemble skills. One of my favorite moments was when students played their very first note together — the room immediately filled with excitement, smiles, and a sense of pride that they were \"real musicians.\" It was a powerful reminder of how access to instruments can spark confidence and joy in learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the recorders first arrived, the excitement was contagious. Students were eager, curious, and incredibly respectful of the instruments, knowing they were a special opportunity made possible by generous donors. Many students shared that it was their first time holding an instrument of their own, which made the experience even more meaningful. Their enthusiasm has carried into every lesson, and participation has noticeably increased.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will continue developing their skills through recorder units that build toward small performances, music literacy growth, and collaborative music-making. We are working toward playing simple songs independently and eventually performing for peers and families. Your support has created lasting opportunities for creativity, confidence, and musical growth — and for that, my students and I are deeply grateful. Thank you for helping make music accessible to every child in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758289574563,"projectUrl":"project/toot-tweet-and-play-recorders-for-all/9663369/","projectTitle":"Toot, Tweet, and Play! Recorders for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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Thank you so much again!","fullyFundedDate":1755870777110,"projectUrl":"project/one-comfy-classroom/9501619/","projectTitle":"One Comfy Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cassidy Wolleon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7300490_orig.png?crop=554,554,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722100978768","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7300490"},{"teacherId":9333153,"projectId":9443436,"letterContent":"My students and I are so grateful for the materials that were provided through your donation. We use the markers everyday so far! Especially the younger grades, where they are learning to draw their observations, and draw like a scientist. For example, the younger grades are learning about life cycles, and they used the markers to recreate the butterfly lifecycle. The fifth grades used the safety goggles for the first time when we experimented with chemical reactions. They were so helpful, especially since they were able to fit over the glasses students wore already. We experimented with the reaction of mixing baking soda and vinegar together. They were so excited as soon as I pulled the basket of goggles because they knew we would be doing an experiment. We still have so many lessons planned to use with the materials!","fullyFundedDate":1752267608890,"projectUrl":"project/stem-lab-materials/9443436/","projectTitle":"STEM Lab Materials!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Calandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9333153_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751482302358","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9333153"},{"teacherId":7300490,"projectId":9465397,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books about being a class family. These stories have been such a wonderful addition to our first-grade classroom! They've helped us start meaningful conversations about kindness, teamwork, and caring for one another.\r\n\r\nThe students love reading and sharing these books together, and they are helping us strengthen our sense of community and belonging. Your generosity is making a lasting difference in our classroom family, and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1753300358446,"projectUrl":"project/our-class-family/9465397/","projectTitle":"Our Class Family!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cassidy Wolleon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7300490_orig.png?crop=554,554,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722100978768","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7300490"},{"teacherId":7300490,"projectId":9367105,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of chapter books to our first-grade classroom. The students are absolutely thrilled to have new stories to explore! These books have already sparked excitement and curiosity, and it's wonderful to see their enthusiasm for reading grow each day.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and support are helping our young readers build a lifelong love of books and learning. We are so grateful for your generosity and the positive impact you've made in our classroom. The kids have been so excited to expand their reading skills!","fullyFundedDate":1752613649431,"projectUrl":"project/read-and-enrich/9367105/","projectTitle":"Read and Enrich!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cassidy Wolleon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7300490_orig.png?crop=554,554,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722100978768","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7300490"},{"teacherId":4731608,"projectId":9468032,"letterContent":"I just wanted to take a moment to thank my donor for their generosity. I was in need of communication folders, and once again, you came through! These folders play an important role in keeping communication between home and school strong—which is truly the key to student success.\r\nThe support is truly appreciated, as we are only given a small budget to work with. I feel blessed to be part of such a wonderful community that gives back to education. I love my job and am so thankful for the support you show to teachers.","fullyFundedDate":1753300549301,"projectUrl":"project/home-school-connection/9468032/","projectTitle":"Home School Connection","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wolleon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4731608_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1589464122929","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4731608"},{"teacherId":9085541,"projectId":9267821,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful to the donors for their generous financial support, which allowed me to attend the Heinemann Writing Institute for professional development. Over the course of the two days, I gained valuable strategies for creating more engaging opportunities for students to enhance their writing in science through research-based activities. I've also strengthened my ability to help students use scientific notebooks more effectively and to craft narrative stories that reinforce both scientific vocabulary and key concepts.\r\n\r\nThis experience has not only enriched my own professional growth, but it will have a lasting impact on my students as well. I'm excited to bring these new approaches into the classroom to support deeper thinking, creativity, and stronger connections between literacy and science. The tools and insights I gained will help me foster a more dynamic and student-centered learning environment.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in teachers like me. Your support directly contributes to meaningful change in classrooms and helps ensure that students receive innovative, high-quality instruction. I am truly appreciative of the opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1746648648587,"projectUrl":"project/teaching-with-ink-empowering-educators/9267821/","projectTitle":"Teaching with Ink: Empowering Educators Through a Writing Workshop","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lenz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9085541_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688139265737","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9085541"},{"teacherId":8337925,"projectId":9131108,"letterContent":"My students were thrilled to get new dry erase markers and the new dry erase sheets/dry erase pockets for their white boards. We use our dry erase boards multiple times a day for language arts and math. My students love showing each other and myself what they are learning by recording it on their individual white boards. After many years, the surfaces were getting worn and needed replaced. We were down to our last few dry erase markers, so the new ones came at the perfect time. Our white boards will now be used for many more years!","fullyFundedDate":1742929855132,"projectUrl":"project/markers-till-may/9131108/","projectTitle":"Markers Till May!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Korzecki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8337925_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712880756827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8337925"},{"teacherId":8337925,"projectId":9243919,"letterContent":"Thank you so much! The hardcover book set is amazing and will be used for many, many years to come. Building a community with my class is crucial to the success of my kindergarten students. \r\n\r\nThe mini books are amazing! Each of my students received one as an end of the year keepsake from me. I also included a letter from me and a class picture. My students were so excited that they got to keep a copy of the book I read to them on our last day of school. I heard from so many families that they loved the book as well and were actually in tears when they read it. This is definitely a new tradition that I will continue every year.","fullyFundedDate":1744222561987,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-kommunity/9243919/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten “K”ommunity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Korzecki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8337925_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712880756827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8337925"},{"teacherId":9067400,"projectId":8648065,"letterContent":"This is just a note to express my sincere appreciation and gratitude for your contribution to my classroom and the project that you kindly helped me achieve last year. \r\n\r\nMy students were so happy and excited to help me open the packages. Their smiling faces mean the world to me, and I'm sure you would like to know that thanks to your generosity my students had a fabulous school year. They enjoyed the magnetic puzzles, kinetic sand and the farm set, which was perfect for the PreK curriculum. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your love to children. The future generation of leaders of this country will never forget the amazing experiences they had at PreK. Please take some time to check out my other projects at DonorsChoose and spread the word! 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I have students that are visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners so I am always looks for opportunities to support my teaching needs. Thank you for making that happen!!!","fullyFundedDate":1737136068202,"projectUrl":"project/mathreading-support/9061425/","projectTitle":"Math/Reading Support","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wolleon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4731608_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1589464122929","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4731608"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_47111","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":596,"numTeachers":57,"percentFrplEligible":61,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":61,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":26,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":78.3,"schoolId":47111,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Gulf Gate Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Gulf Gate Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/sarasota-county-school-district/gulf-gate-elementary-school/47111"}