{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Taylor Ranch Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10333058,"projectId":9922127,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom now has a calming, supportive space that our students truly rely on every day. Many of my students have autism and experience sensory overload, anxiety, or difficulty regulating emotions. The new resources give them a safe place to reset, breathe, and return to learning with confidence. One of my students recently used the soothing space during a challenging moment and was able to calm independently — something that previously required adult intervention. That moment showed us just how powerful your support has been.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the students were immediately drawn to them. Their excitement quickly turned into comfort and trust. They treat the space with respect because they understand it belongs to them. We now incorporate it into our daily routine, using it for sensory breaks, emotional regulation, and focused transitions between activities. The next step is helping students build even stronger self-regulation skills so they can carry these strategies into other classrooms and into their everyday lives.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is creating real change. You didn't just fund materials — you helped build a place where students feel safe, understood, and capable. Thank you for believing in them and in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769451642795,"projectUrl":"project/soothing-spaces-for-autism-success/9922127/","projectTitle":"Soothing Spaces for Autism Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10333058_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y331&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761498236226","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10333058"},{"teacherId":7102257,"projectId":9698415,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous gift of a 3D printer! This tool has added a whole new layer of excitement to our classroom. My students are over the moon getting to transform their ideas into real objects they can touch and explore. Working with the printer has sparked their creativity, strengthened their problem‑solving skills, and boosted their confidence as they dive into hands‑on technology.\r\n\r\nIt's been such a joy listening to their reactions while they create:\r\n\"I can't wait to see how my idea turns out.\"\r\n\"This is so awesome, look at my dragonfly!\"\r\n\"I love my new puppy! He is so cute!\"\r\n\"Is today 3D Thursday? I can't wait for 3D Thursday!\"\r\n\r\nYour support is making learning meaningful, memorable, and fun for my students every single day. Thank you again for believing in them and for championing innovative learning in our classroom. Your kindness has made a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1767197014159,"projectUrl":"project/little-engineers-big-ideas/9698415/","projectTitle":"Little Engineers, Big Ideas","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rohde","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7102257_orig.jpg?crop=399,399,x50,y75&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693422613680","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-c-rohde"},{"teacherId":10082685,"projectId":9878894,"letterContent":"A heartfelt thank you goes out to all who contributed to our fundraising efforts! \r\nYour kind donations have made it possible for our school to install brand new rain barrels that will greatly enhance our ability to conserve water. This initiative is not just about saving resources; it's also an opportunity for hands-on learning about nature's gifts and sustainable gardening practices. \r\nOur new garden will flourish with the help of these rain barrels, allowing students to engage with their environment in meaningful ways for years ahead. \r\nWe appreciate your support in fostering an educational experience rooted in environmental care!","fullyFundedDate":1762803296749,"projectUrl":"project/help-the-busy-bees-to-keep-their-garden/9878894/","projectTitle":"Help the Busy Bees to Keep Their Garden Growing Strong","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cindy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10082685_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752762895837","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10082685"},{"teacherId":9717066,"projectId":9919526,"letterContent":"Since receiving these resources, our classroom has become a calmer, more structured, and more engaging learning environment. My students use the new visual supports throughout the day to understand expectations, transitions, and routines. Sensory tools like fidgets have helped them regulate their bodies long enough to sit, attend, and participate in small-group instruction, something that was very challenging before. Students are using the materials during literacy and math lessons to match, sort, count, and identify letters. We are also working on using visuals and AAC to make choices, follow multi-step directions, and participate in group activities. These tools are helping my students gain confidence, reduce frustration, and access learning every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1765163434085,"projectUrl":"project/a-first-year-teacher-creating-comfort-an/9919526/","projectTitle":"A First-Year Teacher Creating Comfort and Stability Mid-Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9717066_orig.jpg?crop=1206,1205,x0,y333&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764971178710","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9717066"},{"teacherId":5304687,"projectId":9684912,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to help provide new LEGO bricks to refresh our classroom LEGO bins for our LEGO Storytelling club. The updated pieces have energized our LEGO storytelling time and opened the door for deeper creativity and communication. Students are designing original structures, imagining characters and settings, and using precise language to explain their ideas. As they share their builds, they practice speaking in complete sentences, listening to peers, asking questions, and building on one another's ideas. This hands-on storytelling experience has strengthened both creative thinking and expressive communication, and it has been exciting to watch students confidently bring their stories to life. \r\nThank you again for your support! We couldn't do this without you!","fullyFundedDate":1762265204895,"projectUrl":"project/lego-storytelling/9684912/","projectTitle":"Lego Storytelling","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reisinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5304687_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530304600408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsreisinger"},{"teacherId":10333058,"projectId":9920866,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for making our project, Soft Lights for Bright Minds, possible. Your support has truly transformed our classroom environment. The soft lighting has already made a noticeable difference for my students by creating a calmer, more welcoming space where they feel safe, regulated, and ready to learn. Many of my students are especially sensitive to bright fluorescent lights, and these new lights have helped reduce anxiety and sensory overload throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new lights, their reactions said it all. Several of them immediately commented on how \"calm\" and \"cozy\" the room felt, and we saw instant changes in focus and engagement. Students who often struggle to sit for activities were able to participate longer, and transitions became smoother. The lighting has been especially helpful during small-group instruction, quiet work time, and moments when students need a reset.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is now a space that supports both learning and emotional well-being. The next steps for our students include continuing to build independence, focus, and confidence during daily lessons in this more supportive environment. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on our students' school experience, and we are so grateful for your belief in them. Thank you for helping our bright minds shine.","fullyFundedDate":1763927638373,"projectUrl":"project/soft-lights-for-bright-minds/9920866/","projectTitle":"Soft Lights for Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10333058_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y331&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761498236226","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10333058"},{"teacherId":5304687,"projectId":9696588,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of two laptops for our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to powerful tools that allow them to dream, design, and create in ways they never imagined possible. \r\n\r\nThese laptops are already making a huge impact as students use them to work with Orca and Tinkercad, 3D design programs that lets them turn ideas into digital models. For many of my students, this is their very first experience with computer-aided design. They are learning how to plan, problem-solve, and think critically as they design 3D objects that will later be printed on our classroom 3D printer. What once felt like \"just an idea\" in their heads is now something they can see, edit, and bring to life. \r\n\r\nThe excitement in the room is incredible. Thank you so much for this amazing opportunity for students to create.","fullyFundedDate":1760470039089,"projectUrl":"project/staying-connected/9696588/","projectTitle":"Staying Connected","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reisinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5304687_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530304600408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsreisinger"},{"teacherId":5304687,"projectId":9565127,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of our 3D pen! This tool has brought a whole new level of excitement into our classroom. My students are thrilled to turn their ideas into something they can actually see and hold. Using the 3D pen has helped them build creativity, problem-solving skills, and confidence as they explore technology in a hands-on way. Your support is making learning memorable and fun for my students every day! \r\n\r\nIt's so fun to hear some of the things the students say while they are creating; \"I made my idea come to life!\", \"This is the coolest things I've ever used!\", and \"This is pretty tricky but I think I want to continue using this and revise my designs.\" \r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and supporting innovative learning in our classroom. Your generosity has made a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1758911220677,"projectUrl":"project/primary-inventions/9565127/","projectTitle":"Primary Inventions","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reisinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5304687_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530304600408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsreisinger"},{"teacherId":5304687,"projectId":9685072,"letterContent":"My students have had a BLAST with this printer. We have made 1 color designs and have utilized the 4 color designs that came with the printer. We are slowly learning how to design and add different colors to our creations. \r\n\r\nThe students are very excited to design in Tinkercad and print what they have designed. It is very neat to see what they are creating and coming up with as well as the discussion of how they can improve his or her design to make it better. \r\n\r\nWe are so appreciate of your love and support of our classroom. We love trying new things and expanding our brains. We can not thank you enough. \r\n\r\nWe are grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1757552616304,"projectUrl":"project/thriving-through-stem/9685072/","projectTitle":"Thriving Through STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reisinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5304687_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530304600408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsreisinger"},{"teacherId":9280036,"projectId":9585510,"letterContent":"Childcare staff and students were super excited to open all the boxes we received for our \"Fun Educational Times in Childcare\" project. All the toys, specifically the Beyblades, Barbies and magnetic tiles are played with every day, both in before and aftercare. \r\n\r\nWe used the art materials to create beautiful student artwork on plates for parents and guardians for Christmas. The students' eyes lit up with excitement knowing they had a personalized gift to share with families which they wrapped themselves. \r\n\r\nWe competed with different grade levels with our new games. Older students taught younger students how to play and learning different rules and how different students play those games was fun to watch. We also use the whiteboards and markers to keep score and practice math.\r\n\r\nWe could not have done all this without the generous donations of our donors and the matching donations the Education Foundation of Sarasota County gave. We appreciate ALL of you and ALL you have done to help our students grow and learn.","fullyFundedDate":1760557730789,"projectUrl":"project/fun-educational-times-in-childcare/9585510/","projectTitle":"Fun Educational Times in Childcare","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Julie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9280036"},{"teacherId":7234962,"projectId":9055597,"letterContent":"This has been amazing for my students to have visuals and symbols to help them communicate. Having the printer and being able to print pictures in real time to promote language in my classroom has been a game changer. My students use visuals to help facilitate communication. Being able to print out visuals to go with curriculum to help my students understand what they are are learning. These visuals have aided in assessments for students who do not have the fine motor skills to write or the verbal skills to communicate. Using visuals has assisted in allowing students to show what they have learn learned receptively\r\n\r\nThank you for everything that you have done to help give my students a voice","fullyFundedDate":1737780931052,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-find-their-voice/9055597/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Find Their Voice!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mussler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7234962_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666168253965","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7234962"},{"teacherId":8292156,"projectId":9473878,"letterContent":"My classroom has become a much more calm, welcoming, and effective learning environment thanks to your generosity. The reduction in harsh lighting has significantly decreased headaches and eye strain, while the increase in natural light has had a positive impact on my students' focus, mood, and overall engagement throughout the day. The students especially loved reading through the books you thoughtfully chose to donate, and they have been excited to explore new stories during independent and group reading time. In addition, the timer clock has been an invaluable tool, helping students manage their time efficiently and transition smoothly between each task and activity. Your support has truly enhanced our daily routines and learning experiences. Thank you so much for your kindness and thoughtfulness!","fullyFundedDate":1762267658323,"projectUrl":"project/a-calm-and-focused-space-for-growing-rea/9473878/","projectTitle":"A Calm and Focused Space for Growing Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kejelian Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8292156_orig.jpg?crop=627,627,x0,y177&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110097341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8292156"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_55407","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":844,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":38,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":80,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":9,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":62.2,"schoolId":55407,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Taylor Ranch Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Taylor Ranch Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/sarasota-county-school-district/taylor-ranch-elementary-school/55407"}