{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Community Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":60.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10048818,"projectId":10260835,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our Brain Food project possible! When the snacks arrived in our classroom, my students were incredibly excited. Something as simple as having a snack available during the school day has made a meaningful difference for my students and has helped create a classroom environment where they feel cared for and supported.\r\n\r\nI teach at a school in a low-income community, and many of my students receive free or reduced-price lunches. I see firsthand how financial circumstances can affect children in ways that go far beyond what happens in the classroom. For some families, providing enough food throughout the day can be a challenge. As a teacher, I want to make sure that my students are able to focus on learning without having to worry about being hungry.\r\n\r\nOur students work hard throughout the school day. They spend hours reading, writing, solving challenging math problems, working with classmates, and learning new concepts. When a student is hungry, it can be difficult for them to concentrate, participate, or give their best effort. Having snacks available gives my students the opportunity to refuel when they need it so they can return to their learning feeling more comfortable and ready to participate.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have also helped build a sense of community in our classroom. My students know that their classroom is a safe place where their needs are recognized and where they can ask for help when they need it. Being able to offer a snack to a student who is hungry may seem like a small gesture, but to that child, it can mean so much. It lets them know that someone cares about them and wants them to succeed.\r\n\r\nI have loved seeing the excitement on my students' faces when they get to choose a snack. They are grateful for the opportunity, and it has become something they look forward to during their day. More importantly, I have noticed that having snacks available allows students to stay focused and engaged instead of being distracted by hunger.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given me another way to support my students both academically and personally. You did not simply provide snacks; you helped provide comfort, security, and an additional opportunity for my students to be successful at school. You helped me create an environment where my students can come to school ready to learn and know that their teacher cares about their well-being.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and believing that they deserve the resources they need to thrive. I am incredibly grateful for your generosity, and my students and I appreciate you more than you know. Your support has made a real difference in our classroom, and we are so thankful!","fullyFundedDate":1787327356809,"projectUrl":"project/brain-food/10260835/","projectTitle":"Brain Food","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ehmke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10048818_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777409615204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10048818"},{"teacherId":8261272,"projectId":10465421,"letterContent":"Thank you for giving my second graders the chance to grow as readers and as kind, confident classmates. These new books have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nStories like The Smart Cookie, The Way I Feel, I Have Ants in My Pants, and What Should Darla Do? have helped students learn how to name their emotions, make thoughtful choices, and practice self‑control. When we read After the Fall, students talked about times they felt nervous or discouraged and shared strategies for persevering—an essential skill for young learners. \r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is active, joyful, and community‑centered. Students gather on the carpet, turn and talk with partners, make predictions, and connect the stories to their own experiences. During independent reading time, many students choose these new books from our library, excited to revisit characters they've grown to love.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a classroom where students feel valued, capable, and excited to learn. Thank you for giving them books that build both literacy skills and lifelong social‑emotional strengths.","fullyFundedDate":1787008652255,"projectUrl":"project/growing-kind-hearts-and-strong-minds-thr/10465421/","projectTitle":"Growing Kind Hearts and Strong Minds Through Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Glenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8261272_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694904389476","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8261272"},{"teacherId":6130702,"projectId":10120252,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our project! The materials have been utilized by many students. Many students use the materials during meal times. As you know, children are messy eaters. We have used the vacuum on multiple occasions to clean up messes. The microwave has been used to heat meals. The ice machine is used throughout the day for students that need a cool drink, are cooling down and regulating big emotions, or enjoy eating crunchy ice. I have so much gratitude for the items for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1778012522772,"projectUrl":"project/hungry-bellies/10120252/","projectTitle":"Hungry Bellies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6130702_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673022155043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6130702"},{"teacherId":10421726,"projectId":10074707,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations. The materials you have provided have given my students the opportunity to complete many different projects throughout the year. Students were very thankful for all of the materials. They were so excited to see fresh new materials that they would get to utilize throughout the school year. The majority of these materials are used on a daily basis by my students. Whether it is a big or small project they utilize them respectfully, thankfully and for their intended use. We are so appreciative of you!","fullyFundedDate":1771363001078,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-cards/10074707/","projectTitle":"Kindness Cards","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Turner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10421726_orig.jpg?crop=711,711,x2094,y958&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772213700575","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10421726"},{"teacherId":7349606,"projectId":10160507,"letterContent":"I truly appreciate your help in getting supplies to pack up our sixth grade classroom. Moving schools was a task in itsself but thanks to all your help I had extra storage things to help keep our class stuff together. My students were able to help put things in the bags and keep it all put together and organized. I am truly grateful for your generosity in getting these things to us to help make our move just a lot easier. We have transitioned very well to our new location and the year is off to a wonderful start.","fullyFundedDate":1774548282217,"projectUrl":"project/packing-up-for-success-our-big-move/10160507/","projectTitle":"Packing Up for Success: Our Big Move","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. York","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7349606_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769353749367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephanie-myers"},{"teacherId":8261272,"projectId":10254613,"letterContent":"My students were excited to see their new classroom supplies and couldn't wait to put them to use! The mechanical pencils and colorful pens have quickly become favorites during writing and daily assignments. Students are using highlighters to find important details in their reading, mark evidence, and organize their thinking.\r\n\r\nThe clipboards and storage rack are also helping us keep our materials organized and easy to access. Students are learning to take responsibility for their supplies and return them to their proper place when they are finished.\r\n\r\nOne of our current goals is becoming stronger, more independent readers and writers. These new resources give students the tools they need to stay focused, express their ideas, and take pride in their work. It has been wonderful to see how something as simple as having the right supplies can make students feel excited and ready to learn. Thank you for helping make our classroom a more organized, creative, and engaging place for my second graders!","fullyFundedDate":1778262166705,"projectUrl":"project/write-highlight-succeed/10254613/","projectTitle":"Write, Highlight, Succeed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Glenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8261272_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694904389476","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8261272"},{"teacherId":8261272,"projectId":10212607,"letterContent":"When our new materials arrived, my second graders were immediately excited. The study carrels have already made a noticeable difference during independent work and assessments. Students love having a quiet space where they can focus, and several who usually struggle with distractions have been able to work with more confidence and independence. It's been wonderful to see them take pride in having their own \"little workspace.\"\r\n\r\nThe paint markers helped us bring a special project to life. Students used them to design kindness rocks for Father's Day, creating thoughtful messages and colorful artwork to share with their families. They were so proud of their finished rocks, and pairing them with Pop Rocks made the gift even more fun. Watching students carefully plan their designs, talk about the dads and father figures they were creating for, and beam with excitement as they delivered their gifts was a highlight of our year.\r\n\r\nThese materials have supported both focused learning and meaningful creativity. Our next steps include continuing to use the study carrels during writing and reading time and exploring more ways to use the paint markers for future community‑building projects. My students feel supported, capable, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1778262169684,"projectUrl":"project/building-focus-and-spreading-kindness/10212607/","projectTitle":"Building Focus and Spreading Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Glenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8261272_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694904389476","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8261272"},{"teacherId":8261272,"projectId":10151110,"letterContent":"Your support made the start of second grade feel welcoming, calm, and exciting. Students came in on the first day already talking about The Night Before Second Grade, and many shared that reading it at home helped them feel less nervous and more ready for school.\r\n\r\nIn class, Step Into Second Grade helped us practice early‑year skills like making predictions, identifying character feelings, and connecting stories to their own experiences. The book also helped set a positive tone—students were excited to talk about what they hoped to learn and accomplish this year.\r\n\r\nThe invisible ink pens and notebooks were a huge hit. Students used them to write secret messages, practice spelling, and share encouraging notes with classmates. Even students who were shy at first joined in quickly. The activity helped build friendships, ease first‑day jitters, and make our classroom feel fun and welcoming.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just provide materials—it helped create a joyful, confident start to the school year. Thank you for giving my students a magical beginning to second grade.","fullyFundedDate":1773845660433,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-books-magic/10151110/","projectTitle":"Back to School Books & Magic!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Glenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8261272_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694904389476","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8261272"},{"teacherId":7349606,"projectId":10138714,"letterContent":"I am so appreciative of your help in getting snacks to my students during state assessment time. I know my students loved having pancakes in class. All thanks to your donation they had jolly ranchers and mints to use during their test time also. I would even say they enjoyed all the extra that was leftover as we had a great big class gathering to use up whatever all was left. Thank you so much for your support in helping our class be as successful as we were! I am forever thankful for you and your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1773683030828,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-power-through-testing/10138714/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Power Through Testing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. York","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7349606_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769353749367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephanie-myers"},{"teacherId":10048818,"projectId":10217288,"letterContent":"Having an organized classroom allows me to be a more focused, prepared, and effective teacher. This project has given me the tools and organization I need to keep important materials easily accessible and my workspace functional. Instead of spending valuable time searching for supplies or sorting through paperwork, I can spend that time planning meaningful lessons, supporting individual students, and creating a positive learning environment.\r\n\r\nMy students benefit from this organization just as much as I do! When our classroom is organized, students know where to find the materials they need and can take more ownership of their learning. A neat and organized space also helps create a calm environment where students can focus, feel comfortable, and be ready to learn. I am so grateful to my donors for helping make our classroom more organized, productive, and welcoming for everyone!","fullyFundedDate":1782758128013,"projectUrl":"project/an-organized-desk-an-organized-mind/10217288/","projectTitle":"An Organized Desk = An Organized Mind","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ehmke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10048818_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777409615204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10048818"},{"teacherId":7349606,"projectId":10127690,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your support. We used these items twice at the end of our school year. We did a glowing review for our testing. But we also had a black out day for the end of year classroom party. My students had so much fun with these items and I am super excited to use these for years to come. These will work for so many different review days. I feel making the fun and engaging gets the students more involved into the classroom lessons and really helps them engaged into what we are doing in class.","fullyFundedDate":1773716828272,"projectUrl":"project/a-glowing-review/10127690/","projectTitle":"A Glowing Review","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. York","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7349606_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769353749367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephanie-myers"},{"teacherId":7349606,"projectId":10208258,"letterContent":"Your help to our project brought so much joy to so many people. My students while they created the pots for their loved ones and all had smiles on their face while doing so. When their loved ones got their gift they were very happy as my students reported back to me. Grateful for your help in this huge successful project. \r\nThis will be the last year we are able to do this activity but I am so happy we got to do it because of your generosity to our class. So again THANK YOU SO MUCH for your help to our class.","fullyFundedDate":1777974914615,"projectUrl":"project/blooming-with-love-mothers-day-gifts-f/10208258/","projectTitle":"Blooming with Love: Mother’s Day Gifts from the Heart","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. York","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7349606_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769353749367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephanie-myers"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_57136","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":995,"numTeachers":68,"percentFrplEligible":83,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":44,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":15,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"14.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":39.9,"schoolId":57136,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Community Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Community Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/kansas/coffeyville-unified-school-district-445/community-elementary-school/57136"}