{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Stout Field Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":117733,"projectId":9752743,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students are receiving folders, pencil pouches, and pencils to support their sketchbook work in art class. While these may seem like simple supplies, they are powerful tools that help nurture creativity, responsibility, and artistic confidence.\r\n\r\nEach student will use their folder to safely store planning sheets, reference images, artist studies, and works in progress. This helps them stay organized and take ownership of their creative journey. Their pencil pouch gives them a designated space to keep drawing tools together—building responsibility and care for materials. The pencils will be used daily for sketchbook entries, brainstorming ideas, practicing techniques, reflecting on artwork, and developing final compositions.\r\n\r\nSketchbooks are where creativity begins. They are safe spaces for students to take risks, experiment, and grow. Having their own dedicated materials makes the experience feel special and professional. Students are genuinely excited to receive supplies that are \"theirs.\" Many have proudly organized their pouches, sharpened their pencils right away, and eagerly flipped through their sketchbooks asking, \"What are we drawing first?\"\r\n\r\nThese materials do more than support art projects—they build confidence. When students are equipped with the tools they need, they feel prepared, capable, and valued. Access to consistent materials ensures that every child, regardless of circumstance, can fully participate and experience success in art class.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our young artists. Your support is helping creativity flourish—one sketch at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1764711664576,"projectUrl":"project/think-it-ink-it-sketch-it/9752743/","projectTitle":"Think It, Ink It, Sketch It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sheler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp117733_orig.jpg?crop=442,442,x266,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583522156654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-sheler"},{"teacherId":6583704,"projectId":9763854,"letterContent":"At our school, much of the day students spend their time working through essential curriculum materials, but the books for our vending machine, supplied by your generous support, add a vital layer of magic to our literacy goals. The science of reading is clear: student choice is the single most effective way to foster a lifelong habit. Research from the Scholastic Kids & Family Reading Report shows that 89% of children say their favorite books are the ones they picked out for themselves. By providing a diverse selection of texts in our vending machine, we aren't just giving them something to read; we are giving them the power to identify as \"readers\" who have their own unique tastes and interests.   \r\n\r\nThe excitement this machine generates is palpable. You can feel the energy shift when students gather around the glass to browse the new titles. Most importantly, this project is built on the foundation of equity and inclusion. Instead of making students \"earn\" a book through high-stakes performance or behavior charts—which often leaves the same students behind—every single student in our school gets the opportunity to select a book for free. This removes the barrier of access and ensures that every child, regardless of their circumstances, can experience the joy of owning a brand-new book they truly want to read.\r\n\r\nThank you - from the bottom of our hearts - for being leaders of literacy. Your generosity is fuel for our students' bright futures!","fullyFundedDate":1769876532978,"projectUrl":"project/snacking-on-books-book-machine-restock/9763854/","projectTitle":"Snacking on Books: Book Machine Restock","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vogt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6583704_orig.jpg?crop=1600,1600,x0,y400&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760719740460","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-vogts-room"},{"teacherId":7537119,"projectId":9745025,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for you kindness and generosity! Your gift has allowed me to incorporate so many new materials into occupational therapy interventions as well as provide some tools that students can utilize in their classrooms. Students have loved the new items in the sensory room such as the rocking chair. Other items for the sensory room have helped with building obstacle courses that students love to participate in. The students have also enjoyed the animal fine motor games and they have provided a great way for students to build fine motor skills while having fun. \r\nWe cannot thank you enough for your donation and the impact you have provided to our students!","fullyFundedDate":1758850945939,"projectUrl":"project/fine-motor-promoter-and-sensory-explorer/9745025/","projectTitle":"Fine Motor Promoter and Sensory Explorer","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7537119_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y320&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738000427025","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7537119"},{"teacherId":1747314,"projectId":9617094,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your amazing contribution toward art supplies for my classroom. The art supplies included paint brushes, paint, construction paper, glitter pens, playdough, and so much more! These weren't just supplies; they were tools for discovery for the students. Because of you, we can offer new ways to communicate and learn. Sarah loves all things that let her create, and Jacob loved practicing counting using the dot paint sticks.\r\n\r\nYour support truly creates an inspiring, inclusive space where every student can shine. Thank you for making moments like these possible!","fullyFundedDate":1756088963200,"projectUrl":"project/creating-art-in-thematic-learning/9617094/","projectTitle":"Creating Art in Thematic Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kirk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1747314_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x0,y220&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631546726687","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1747314"},{"teacherId":117739,"projectId":9762291,"letterContent":"Remember when you were assigned \"projects\" in school and you just groaned. Times have not changed, but what is interetesting is that something has shifted at my school. Reading is NOT a chore, but has turned into a buzz of exciment. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has allowed our entire 5th grade access to a competition that normally was just for a select few. The books have been flying off my shelves in the library because students have more access to reading with friends. Reading in a group to compete together against others has ignited change.\r\n\r\nOne particular group of students keep arriving week after week to read as a group during my open access time. That means that they are voluntarily missing recess to come and read quietly. Did you feel that shift? I sure have!","fullyFundedDate":1760713459401,"projectUrl":"project/battle-of-the-books-20/9762291/","projectTitle":"Battle of the Books 2.0","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Genatiempo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp117739_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509973133870","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/117739"},{"teacherId":6583704,"projectId":9751799,"letterContent":"Because of you, our students are discovering the sheer joy of choosing their own adventures. Your generous donation has allowed us to restock our Book Vending Machine with high-interest graphic novels—books that are specifically brightening the eyes of our most reluctant readers and helping them build rich vocabulary. The excitement in the air is palpable as students clutch their golden tokens, waiting for that satisfying \"thump\" of a brand-new book tumbling into their hands. For many of our kids, who rarely get the chance to own new books, the power to choose their own title makes this experience magical and instills a sense of ownership that fuels a lifelong love of reading.\r\n\r\nWe simply could not do this without you. With zero room in our school budget for new inventory, this initiative relies entirely on community partners who believe in the importance of literacy. By stepping in to cover the cost of these expensive resources, you have championed equity for our school, ensuring that every student gets a turn to take a book home regardless of their financial situation. While the price of new books is high, the pride and smiles you have put on our students' faces are truly priceless. Thank you for investing in the next generation of readers!","fullyFundedDate":1759069101520,"projectUrl":"project/book-vending-machine-hungry-for-graphic/9751799/","projectTitle":"Book Vending Machine: Hungry for Graphic Novels","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vogt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6583704_orig.jpg?crop=1600,1600,x0,y400&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760719740460","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-vogts-room"},{"teacherId":6583704,"projectId":9638853,"letterContent":"Our hearts are absolutely bursting watching our Pre-K, Kindergarten, and THRIVE students step up to the book vending machine! For many of these kids—who rarely get the chance to own brand-new books—the power to choose a story all their own is transformative. Seeing them clutch that golden token and wait for the book of their dreams to tumble into their hands is a magical moment. You've given them the excitement and pride that comes with reading, creating memories that will last a lifetime.\r\n\r\nThe excitement surrounding the vending machine has rippled through the whole school. We've noticed that students are incredibly eager to come to class on their scheduled \"shopping days,\" knowing that a special reward is waiting for them. This initiative has become a wonderful attendance incentive, giving our students just one more reason to love coming to school. It turns an ordinary day into a celebration, and the buzz in the hallways is undeniable as they show off their new treasures to friends and teachers.","fullyFundedDate":1758845860022,"projectUrl":"project/our-favorite-characters-in-the-vending-m/9638853/","projectTitle":"Our Favorite Characters in the Vending Machine!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vogt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6583704_orig.jpg?crop=1600,1600,x0,y400&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760719740460","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-vogts-room"},{"teacherId":7537119,"projectId":9556788,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous donation to my project \"Regulation Before Expectation\". With these supplies, students in our building have more opportunities to participate in sensory regulation strategies to support their participation in their classroom. This project allowed me to offer a larger diversity of sensory tools for my students. This project included a lot of tools that have vibrate or spin which can have a very calming effect for students. It was so great watching the students explore these tools. One student loved the vibrating pillow so much he asked to use it to help keep him successful after school! Because of your donation, we continue to help students succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1755737540887,"projectUrl":"project/regulation-before-expectation/9556788/","projectTitle":"Regulation Before Expectation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7537119_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y320&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738000427025","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7537119"},{"teacherId":1747314,"projectId":9616743,"letterContent":"The literacy resources that I received through this grant have made a significant impact on the instruction and student engagement in my classroom. I use these resources daily.\r\n\r\nEach morning, we have stations to assist students with varying literacy skills. Students are learning letters and sounds with tactile letters and the Talking Mirrors. They love watching themselves making the sounds they hear. The magnetic dry erase trays have been an integral resource to practice letter identification, word building, and printing skills.\r\n \r\nThanks so much for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1755741027277,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-literacy-for-all-learners/9616743/","projectTitle":"Engaging Literacy for All Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kirk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1747314_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x0,y220&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631546726687","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1747314"},{"teacherId":619768,"projectId":9715349,"letterContent":"Most of my students have difficulty focusing on their assigned work or task. I have seen students using or holding onto a fidget actually be more attentive to what they're working on. Since my grant was funded and sensory and fidget items were purchased, my students have a variety of fidgets to handle to help them feel more calm, especially during a test. Some students use the same fidget each time they want one, and other students use a different fidget each time they want one. The day the sensory items arrived, the students were eager to look at and touch them. They enjoy the fidget items so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1758828679201,"projectUrl":"project/using-manipulatives-to-manage-moods-and/9715349/","projectTitle":"Using Manipulatives to Manage Moods and Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/619768"},{"teacherId":7265469,"projectId":9589882,"letterContent":"This year has started off great! I can't thank you enough for your generous donations to our classroom.\r\n\r\nStudents have really taken ownership of their space and our classroom with all of our cleaning supplies. They absolutely love the new digital clock that hangs in our room. They love doing countdowns and being responsible for their time and completing tasks. All of the new incentives really have students really ready to excel!\r\n\r\nThis is going to be an incredible year with some amazing students. It takes donors like you to make classrooms successful.","fullyFundedDate":1755738819385,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-of-this-and-a-little-of-that/9589882/","projectTitle":"A Little of This and a Little of That","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7265469_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764718454066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miller-ashley"},{"teacherId":107116,"projectId":9572553,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom phonics project! Because of your kindness, my students now have engaging, hands-on materials to help them build essential reading skills.\r\n\r\nEach day, my students are excited to use the decodable books and manipulatives you made possible. These tools are helping them strengthen their understanding of letter-sound relationships, practice blending, and become more confident, fluent readers. It's amazing to see their faces light up when they realize they can read a new word on their own!\r\n\r\nYour contribution has truly made a difference in our classroom. You've given my students not only the resources they need, but also the confidence to believe in themselves as readers. 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