{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Frontier Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4745981,"projectId":9956998,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity and donation to our students. When I first told my students we had received some new equipment they were so excited to get to use the new stuff. \r\nOur old paddles were old and worn and the new one are such a nice change. The colors brighten up our classroom and make it more engaging for students to use. We have already used the paddles and balls for a class favorite game we call \"Clean out Your Backyard\" where they hit as many balls as they can to the other teams side of the gym. Our kids love this game and with the new paddles and balls it was a lot of fun for them to play.","fullyFundedDate":1767208762630,"projectUrl":"project/up-the-creek-with-a-paddle/9956998/","projectTitle":"Up The Creek With a Paddle!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4745981_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1614194828230","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4745981"},{"teacherId":4745981,"projectId":9875914,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity and donation to our PE program. With you support we were able to purchase a new portable Bluetooth speak for our school. Music provides a lot of excitement and motivation to most any activity. We play music outside on Fridays to celebrate our week. Our kids and staff love to dance to the music, creating a fun and collaborative environment for everyone. \r\nAnother use for our new speaker is during our state testing time. Our school does a lot to create excitement around our testing season. One thing we do is have our students walk the halls on their assigned testing days. The rest of the school lines the halls and we play \"walk up\" music as our testing grade walks the halls to give high fives and cheer each other on as they prepare to go take their test. Our kids look forward to this fun tradition every spring to celebrate their hard work and the learning that has gone on throughout the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1767208762825,"projectUrl":"project/we-got-the-beat/9875914/","projectTitle":"We Got The Beat","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4745981_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1614194828230","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4745981"},{"teacherId":4745981,"projectId":9564081,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity and donating to our school. Our students were so excited to get the new bowling pins and use them for the first time. They liked the colors and were very motivated to use them, and we have already used them multiple times since receiving them.\r\n\r\nWhile the kids love the colors of the pins, I as the teacher love that they are safer than our old hard pins. These new foam pins don't hurt when it hits someone legs. We play lots of games where students are \"guarding\" pins and ensuring that we can safely play these games are important. The foam pins create a safe game environment where all our students can feel safe a comfortable to play.\r\nThanks again for your donation to our PE program.","fullyFundedDate":1757014593152,"projectUrl":"project/bowling-for-everyone/9564081/","projectTitle":"Bowling for Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4745981_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1614194828230","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4745981"},{"teacherId":4745981,"projectId":9564145,"letterContent":"I want to first say thank you for your generous donation to our school allowing us to purchase backstops for our bowling balls. Bowling is one of our kids' favorite activities and one that is accessible to them outside of PE class. Bowling is a way for kids to be active with family and friends that is fun, healthy, and creates memories. \r\n\r\nWhen I teach bowling, I like to set my gym up like an actual bowling alley complete with lanes. We use weighted rubber balls and full-sized pins to make it as realistic as I can with what we have. The problem has always been when the balls hit the wall, they mark it up and the pins scatter into other bowlers' \"lanes\" and knocks their pins down. With your help we were able to get backstops to contain the balls and pins. It is so nice to be able to protect our walls and to contain each bowlers pins to their lanes. Thank you for your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1757014569100,"projectUrl":"project/backin-up/9564145/","projectTitle":"Backin' Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4745981_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1614194828230","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4745981"},{"teacherId":4745981,"projectId":9688124,"letterContent":"I want to first thank you for your generosity and willingness to help our physical education program. With your help I was able to purchase materials to enhance our classroom environment for our students. \r\nWith your help we were able to purchase storage bags for our hula hoops. Hula hoops are a piece of equipment I use almost every day. Beyond the standard hula hooping we all grew up with there are many ways to use them. Storing and transporting hoops are challenging because of their size and the number of hoops we use. I frequently take the outside for PE and having storage bags makes is so much easier to get them from place to place. Again, thanks for your donation and support in creating healthy students.","fullyFundedDate":1760550977420,"projectUrl":"project/hula-hoopla/9688124/","projectTitle":"Hula Hoopla!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4745981_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1614194828230","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4745981"},{"teacherId":3096016,"projectId":9279753,"letterContent":"This project will have a lasting impact on the students of Frontier Elementary by directly supporting literacy growth through high-interest reading materials. By completing our Diary of a Minecraft Zombie and Pokémon collections, we are providing students with the books they are most excited to read. These series are particularly powerful in reaching reluctant and struggling readers, offering accessible text, familiar characters, and engaging storylines that motivate children to keep turning pages.\r\n\r\nThe addition of these books will:\r\n\r\nIncrease circulation in our library by meeting student demand for popular titles.\r\nSupport reading comprehension and stamina by allowing students to follow complete series without interruption.\r\nFoster a love of reading in children who might not otherwise choose books independently.\r\nGive students a sense of ownership and pride in their library, knowing their voices and requests are valued.\r\n\r\nWith this project, students will not only find joy in reading but also strengthen essential literacy skills that will benefit them across all areas of learning. The gift of completing these collections is more than books on a shelf—it's opening the door for every child to see themselves as a reader.","fullyFundedDate":1746247427325,"projectUrl":"project/leveling-up-literacy-completing-our-min/9279753/","projectTitle":"Leveling Up Literacy: Completing Our Minecraft Zombie and Pokémon Collections","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Knam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3096016_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504199612790","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/frontier-library"},{"teacherId":6851624,"projectId":9292577,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my second elementary school office is now stocked with essential play therapy and counseling items—and I couldn't be more grateful!\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I now have the tools to create a safe, engaging space for students to express themselves, build emotional awareness, and develop healthy coping skills. These resources are already making a difference for children who need a little extra support during the school day.\r\n\r\nMany of the students I work with face challenges that are difficult to put into words, but through play, they find comfort, connection, and healing. Your donation has helped expand that opportunity to even more kids across two campuses.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in this project and for being a part of something truly meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1746787404115,"projectUrl":"project/double-the-fun/9292577/","projectTitle":"Double the FUN!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Buffington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6851624_orig.jpg?crop=200,200,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745873365411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6851624"},{"teacherId":10011659,"projectId":9310717,"letterContent":"The calming corner has been a wonderful addition to our classroom, offering students a safe and supportive space to regulate their emotions and sensory needs. From the very first day of school, our students have shown a strong interest in the various elements of the area. They especially enjoy the sequin wall panel, the weighted bear they can sit with, and the textured books that provide tactile experiences on each page.\r\n \r\nWe've also included sensory bottles that represent different emotions such as happy, angry and sad helping students begin to identify and express their feelings. A variety of fidget tools are available to support focus and self soothing, and the cozy rug paired with a comfy chair creates a welcome and peaceful atmosphere. Students are encouraged to visit the calming corner whenever they need and are allowed to stay as long as they feel necessary. \r\nWe are very thankful to everyone who donated to this project for our youngest learners!!","fullyFundedDate":1750774751857,"projectUrl":"project/calming-corner/9310717/","projectTitle":"Calming Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valerio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10011659"},{"teacherId":3096016,"projectId":9170685,"letterContent":"This project will make a profound impact on refugee students and their families at Frontier Elementary by ensuring access to books in their home languages, including Spanish, Swahili, and Arabic. For many of our refugee students, language can be a barrier to connection, learning, and confidence in school. By expanding our collection with culturally relevant and linguistically diverse reading materials, we will create a library where all students feel seen, valued, and supported.\r\n\r\nThe addition of these resources will:\r\n\r\nProvide students with the opportunity to read in their first language at home and in school, supporting literacy development while they acquire English.\r\nEncourage family engagement by offering materials that parents and caregivers can also enjoy and use to support learning at home.\r\nBuild bridges of understanding and belonging by reflecting the cultures and voices of our diverse school community.\r\nStrengthen academic achievement by equipping students with the tools to develop vocabulary, comprehension, and fluency in both their home language and English.\r\n\r\nBy supporting refugee literacy, this project ensures that every student who enters our library not only has access to books, but also finds a place of belonging, empowerment, and hope for their future.","fullyFundedDate":1742937886424,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-refugee-literacy-in-our-libra/9170685/","projectTitle":"Supporting Refugee Literacy in Our Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Knam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3096016_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504199612790","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/frontier-library"},{"teacherId":9020859,"projectId":7322955,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our students now have access to personal hygiene supplies that meet their most basic and essential needs. From toothbrushes and toothpaste to deodorant and soap, these items have made a real difference in the daily lives of the children I care for.\r\n\r\nFor some of our students, these supplies aren't always available at home. Your gift has provided them with the dignity, confidence, and comfort that comes from feeling clean and cared for. I've seen students smile with pride after freshening up, return to class more confident, and engage more fully in their learning because they no longer feel self-conscious.\r\n\r\nYou didn't just give supplies — you gave my students a sense of belonging and self-worth. You helped remove a barrier that often goes unseen but can deeply affect a child's ability to focus and succeed in school.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, and on behalf of every student who has benefited, thank you for caring enough to make a difference. Your kindness will have a ripple effect far beyond the walls of our school.","fullyFundedDate":1688539512307,"projectUrl":"project/personal-hygiene-for-students/7322955/","projectTitle":"Personal Hygiene for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nurse Angela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9020859_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754758804699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9020859"},{"teacherId":2509327,"projectId":9169937,"letterContent":"Wow! You made a difference in these student's lives! They are so grateful for you! I appreciate your support and willingness to help with learning for the futures. \r\n\r\nWhen these games arrived my students jumped out of their seats and started to scream for joy! They realized this is an opportunity to learn more in a different way. You provided that. The students started the games and level conquering immediately during the challenge time. Thank you so much for donating toward this cause. You make the world a better place.","fullyFundedDate":1742957683540,"projectUrl":"project/stem-mystery-solving-with-dog-crimes/9169937/","projectTitle":"STEM Mystery Solving with Dog Crimes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gillenwater","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2509327"},{"teacherId":2509327,"projectId":9074294,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generosity in helping children learn in a unique way. These robotics kits made a difference for every student. We rotated through centers and students could choose this as a challenge or thinking differently. \r\n\r\nIt was so exciting to see their faces learn when these arrived. It helped us so much gain a greater understanding of motion and design along with STEM Thinking. This was bonding moment for us to know people in this world care about your learning. They had huge smiles and a grateful heart. \r\n\r\nI can't thank you enough for thinking of these students.","fullyFundedDate":1741798459059,"projectUrl":"project/bricq-lego-education-learning/9074294/","projectTitle":"BricQ LEGO Education Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gillenwater","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2509327"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_48319","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":260,"numTeachers":29,"percentFrplEligible":64,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":64,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"9.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":75.2,"schoolId":48319,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Frontier Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Frontier Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/idaho/west-ada-school-district-/frontier-elementary-school/48319"}