{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Red Bud Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":38.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9217225,"projectId":10195022,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our new outdoor learning space has already made a meaningful impact on my Pre-K students! The picnic tables with umbrellas have completely transformed our playground into a welcoming, comfortable environment where children can gather, learn, and connect. Instead of searching for a place to sit or escaping the sun, my students now have a shaded, safe spot where they can enjoy snack time, participate in small group activities, and engage in hands-on learning outdoors.\r\n\r\nWe are very excited to begin using the tables for read-alouds, drawing, and simple math and writing activities. I know my students will be more relaxed, focused, and excited to learn when they are comfortable.\r\n\r\nThe sunglasses and sand buckets with shovels were such a special addition for my students to take home. They will be thrilled to receive their own items, and I know these will encourage continued outdoor play, creativity, and exploration throughout the summer months. Because of your support, learning doesn't stop when the school year ends—it continues at home and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1776712774805,"projectUrl":"project/sun-shade-and-summer-smiles/10195022/","projectTitle":"Sun, Shade, and Summer Smiles!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Summerfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217225_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694461529082","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssummerfieldprek"},{"teacherId":9217225,"projectId":10088266,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has come to life in the most exciting and meaningful ways! My Pre-K students were absolutely thrilled when the new materials arrived—there were smiles, cheers, and immediate curiosity as they began exploring. Watching their faces light up as they built their very first towns, connected roads, and sent trains down winding tracks was a moment I will never forget. For many of my students, this is their first school experience, and your support has helped make it joyful, engaging, and full of discovery.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these materials, our STEM and dramatic play centers have been transformed into hubs of creativity and learning. Students are designing detailed towns complete with roads, animals, vehicles, and structures, all while naturally building important skills. They are exploring cause and effect as they test how trains move along tracks, strengthening early math skills through counting and sorting, and developing problem-solving strategies as they plan and revise their builds. I've also seen incredible growth in their language and social skills as they collaborate, share ideas, and work together to bring their creations to life.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I am able to provide hands-on, meaningful learning experiences that truly meet my students where they are. These materials are not just toys—they are powerful tools that are helping my students think like engineers, storytellers, and problem-solvers. You have given them opportunities to explore, imagine, and build confidence in themselves as learners. Thank you for making such a lasting impact on our classroom—your kindness is helping shape a strong foundation for their future, one block, road, and train track at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1775681068191,"projectUrl":"project/little-engineers-building-a-town-throug/10088266/","projectTitle":"Little Engineers: Building a Town Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Summerfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217225_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694461529082","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssummerfieldprek"},{"teacherId":9217225,"projectId":9968446,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Pre-K classroom with the Guidecraft Little Pavers Blocks and Little Bricks Construction Sets! From the moment these materials were introduced, my students were excited to build, explore, and create. They quickly got to work designing roads, towers, and imaginative structures, working both independently and collaboratively. It has been amazing to watch their creativity come alive as they experiment with balance, stability, and design in such meaningful, hands-on ways.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are developing important early STEM skills every day. They are strengthening their fine motor abilities, practicing problem-solving, and learning how to plan, test, and improve their ideas—just like real engineers! These materials have also encouraged rich conversations, teamwork, and confidence as students share ideas and work together to bring their creations to life.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly made a lasting impact on our classroom. These durable, open-ended building materials will continue to inspire learning, creativity, and collaboration all year long and for many classes to come. Thank you for helping provide my students with experiences that build a strong foundation for future learning!","fullyFundedDate":1774963685436,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-foundations-with-constru/9968446/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Foundations With Construction Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Summerfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217225_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694461529082","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssummerfieldprek"},{"teacherId":9217225,"projectId":9968467,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing this project to life for my Pre-K students! The excitement on their faces when they first explored the Guidecraft Grippies sets was unforgettable. They immediately began building, connecting, and experimenting—completely engaged in hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nThese materials have quickly become a favorite in our classroom. Students are working together to design towers, tunnels, and creative structures, using both the curved pieces and the transparent windows to explore how their designs can stand, balance, and change. I've seen them problem-solve in real time—adjusting pieces when structures fall, testing new ideas, and proudly sharing their creations with classmates.\r\n\r\nThe clear window panels have added an extra layer of discovery, as students investigate light, visibility, and design in ways that feel like play but are rich with learning. They are naturally developing early engineering skills by planning, building, testing, and improving their work.\r\nBeyond academics, these materials have strengthened collaboration, communication, and confidence. Students are learning to work together, share ideas, and take pride in their efforts.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are not just playing—they are thinking, creating, and growing as young engineers every single day. \r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful and lasting impact in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1774963702411,"projectUrl":"project/building-bending-and-exploring-with-gr/9968467/","projectTitle":"Building, Bending, and Exploring with Grippies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Summerfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217225_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694461529082","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssummerfieldprek"},{"teacherId":9217225,"projectId":10039482,"letterContent":"Our Pre-K students were absolutely amazed as they experienced science in action with our new Ninja Slushi Max machine! For many of them, this was their very first time seeing how a liquid can transform into a solid right before their eyes.\r\nToday, we made our very first batch of slushies using Sprite and Hawaiian Punch, and the excitement in the room was unforgettable! The children eagerly participated by voting on their favorite flavor, practicing decision-making and communication skills. Then, they watched with wide eyes as the machine worked its magic—turning colorful liquids into icy slush right before them. This hands-on experience helped introduce important early science concepts like changes in states of matter in a fun, meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThe smiles, laughter, and curiosity this project sparked were truly priceless. Students were engaged, asking questions, making predictions, and sharing their observations with one another—just like little scientists!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for making this experience possible for our classroom. Your generosity is creating joyful, hands-on learning moments that our students will remember. We are so excited to continue using the machine throughout the rest of the school year and can't wait to explore even more fun recipes—next up, milkshakes!","fullyFundedDate":1771438791801,"projectUrl":"project/warm-hearts-cool-treats/10039482/","projectTitle":"Warm Hearts & Cool Treats!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Summerfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217225_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694461529082","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssummerfieldprek"},{"teacherId":9217225,"projectId":9926360,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! The moment my students saw the Guidecraft Branch Blocks, they were immediately excited to explore and start building. These unique, natural pieces have quickly become a favorite during centers.\r\n\r\nStudents are using the blocks to create towers, bridges, and imaginative structures while learning important STEM concepts like balance, stability, and structure. Because the pieces are irregular, they are developing problem-solving skills and learning to adjust their designs when something doesn't work.\r\n\r\nI've also loved seeing the collaboration—students are working together, sharing ideas, and encouraging one another as they build. These materials are not only strengthening fine motor skills, but also building confidence, creativity, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nThank you for making hands-on, meaningful learning possible for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1769177036651,"projectUrl":"project/from-branches-to-brilliant-builds/9926360/","projectTitle":"From Branches to Brilliant Builds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Summerfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217225_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694461529082","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssummerfieldprek"},{"teacherId":9217225,"projectId":9968487,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has already begun putting these wonderful new materials to use—and the impact has been immediate!\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the mirror pyramids and gem blocks they were instantly drawn to the way the light reflected and multiplied inside the pyramids. One student exclaimed, \"It looks like a rainbow house!\" while another noticed how the same block looked different depending on where it was placed. Their curiosity sparked rich conversations about colors, shapes, and reflections.\r\n\r\nDuring our STEM center time, students have been using the wooden gem blocks and mirror pyramids to design towers, castles, and colorful patterns. In one special moment, a small group worked together to build what they called a \"crystal city.\" They carefully balanced the blocks and used the mirror pyramids to see their structure from new angles. This naturally led to discussions about symmetry, balance, and how to keep their structure from falling—early engineering thinking in action!\r\n\r\nStudents are also strengthening fine motor skills as they carefully stack, sort, and position the pieces. Just as importantly, they are practicing collaboration by sharing materials, communicating ideas, and working together to create.\r\n\r\nThe storage tubs have made a big difference as well. Students are learning responsibility by independently accessing and cleaning up materials, which helps our centers run smoothly and keeps learning time focused on exploration.\r\n\r\nNext, we will be extending this learning by encouraging students to make predictions about how light and reflections will change when we move materials, add new shapes, or build taller structures. We will also begin using the materials for pattern-building challenges and simple design tasks that introduce early math and engineering concepts.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are not just playing—they are investigating, designing, and discovering. Their imaginations are coming alive, and meaningful learning is happening every day through hands-on exploration.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the tools to see their world from new perspectives!","fullyFundedDate":1769629732432,"projectUrl":"project/reflect-build-and-discover/9968487/","projectTitle":"Reflect, Build, and Discover!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Summerfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217225_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694461529082","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssummerfieldprek"},{"teacherId":9217225,"projectId":9902550,"letterContent":"Thanks to this project, my Pre-K students are now exploring STEM concepts in meaningful, hands-on ways every day. The Lakeshore Create-A-Path Magnetic Center has become a favorite classroom activity, giving students the opportunity to design, build, test, and revise their own pathways. Watching them place start and finish markers, experiment with different routes, and solve problems together has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nMany of my students are experiencing school for the very first time, and these materials have helped them feel confident and excited about learning. As they collaborate, test ideas, and make changes to their designs, they are developing early problem-solving skills, spatial awareness, logical thinking, and perseverance—just like real engineers.\r\n\r\nThe Clear-View Storage Boxes have made a big difference as well. Students can easily access and return materials on their own, which has encouraged independence, responsibility, and smooth transitions. Because everything is organized and visible, more time is spent building and exploring instead of searching for materials.\r\n\r\nThis project has turned our magnetic board into a vibrant STEM center where curiosity leads the way. I am so grateful to our donors for providing my students with engaging tools that support learning through play, discovery, and collaboration.","fullyFundedDate":1765981689701,"projectUrl":"project/engineering-paths-to-learning/9902550/","projectTitle":"Engineering Paths to Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Summerfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217225_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694461529082","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssummerfieldprek"},{"teacherId":9217225,"projectId":9902831,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and making these STEM materials possible. Because of your generosity, my students are already exploring motion and cause and effect with the Engineer-A-Coaster Activity Kit, designing roller coaster paths and testing how balls travel along ramps, curves, and drops. Watching them think, build, test, and revise their ideas—just like real engineers—has been incredible.\r\n\r\nWe are excited to begin using the rest of our new materials, including the Turn & Learn Magnetic Gears, Crinkle & Cut Craft Scissors Center, Classroom Carry-All Supply Caddy, and Clear-View Storage Boxes. These tools will help strengthen problem-solving, fine-motor skills, early engineering, and math concepts while keeping our learning spaces organized and accessible for students.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our little learners grow into confident thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers. Your support is truly making a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1766175955318,"projectUrl":"project/coasters-gears-and-stem-cheers/9902831/","projectTitle":"Coasters, Gears and STEM Cheers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Summerfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217225_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694461529082","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssummerfieldprek"},{"teacherId":9217225,"projectId":9688059,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our light table project! We have received the materials, and my Pre-K students have already begun using the light table in our classroom—and the excitement has been incredible!\r\n\r\nThis is an item I have waited and hoped for in my classroom for a very long time, and seeing it come to life with my students has been truly special. From the moment the light table was introduced, the children were instantly engaged. They were eager to explore the glowing surface, change the colors, and begin building, creating, and experimenting. I can't wait to get more projects funded for obtain a wider variety of translucent materials for the students to use with the table!\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are developing curiosity, confidence, creativity, and a strong foundation in STEM learning. Thank you for helping bring a long-dreamed-of resource into our classroom and for making such an immediate and lasting impact on our youngest learners. Your support is already shaping meaningful learning experiences every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1766071486887,"projectUrl":"project/illuminated-explorers-stem-through-ligh/9688059/","projectTitle":"Illuminated Explorers: STEM Through Light and Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Summerfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217225_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694461529082","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssummerfieldprek"},{"teacherId":5401134,"projectId":9902573,"letterContent":"A color printer has definitely made a positive and meaningful impact in my first-grade classroom, especially when supporting STEM learning.\r\n\r\nMy first grade students are highly engaged during learning centers, especially when activities are printed in color. The color printer has noticeably increased excitement and motivation. \r\n\r\nThe use of color in instructional materials has been especially impactful for my ESOL and struggling students, helping increase engagement, comprehension, and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1763618911572,"projectUrl":"project/printing-stem-possibilities/9902573/","projectTitle":"Printing STEM Possibilities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cloer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5401134_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695427430396","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5401134"},{"teacherId":9217225,"projectId":9817187,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fully fund this project and for the incredible impact it has already made in our Pre-K classroom. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to high-quality, open-ended magnetic vehicle materials that invite them to build, explore, and discover in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThese imaginative, hands-on tools have quickly become a favorite in our STEM center. Students are experimenting with how pieces fit together, testing their ideas, and redesigning their creations—just like real engineers. As they snap, mix, and match vehicle parts, they are strengthening fine motor skills, developing problem-solving strategies, and building early STEM thinking. The open-ended nature of these materials also encourages creativity and rich pretend play, with children designing their own cars, trucks, and emergency vehicles.\r\n\r\nJust as importantly, these materials support social-emotional growth. Students are learning to share materials, collaborate with peers, communicate their ideas, and work together toward a common goal. For many of my students, this is their first school experience, and having engaging, developmentally appropriate tools has helped them feel confident, capable, and excited about learning.\r\n\r\nBecause this project was fully funded, my classroom is a place where curiosity thrives and every child has the opportunity to explore, create, and succeed. Thank you for investing in my students and making such a lasting difference in their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1763565296619,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-build-magnetic-cars-in-moti/9817187/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Build! 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