{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Owsley County Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":53.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10009308,"projectId":9807359,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with these engaging learning games and sensory materials. We are using the social skills board games, sight word games, math manipulatives, and magnetic building sets during small-group instruction, learning centers, and social-emotional learning time. These resources allow students to practice cooperation, turn-taking, communication, and academic skills in a hands-on and meaningful way. One special moment was watching students work together to complete a game, encouraging one another and celebrating successes—skills that don't always come easily for them.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they were immediately excited and eager to explore. Many gravitated toward the magnetic tiles and sensory fidgets, while others were drawn to the board games and counters. Students who typically struggle with focus or regulation were calmer, more engaged, and willing to participate longer when using these materials. Seeing students smile, stay on task, and successfully interact with peers was incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our next steps include using these materials to strengthen social skills, reinforce early literacy and math concepts, and support emotional regulation across daily routines. These tools allow me to differentiate instruction and meet students where they are, helping them build confidence and independence. Your support has truly enriched our classroom environment and created opportunities for growth that would not have been possible otherwise.","fullyFundedDate":1764652511476,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-hearts-and-minds-sensory-learn/9807359/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Hearts and Minds: Sensory Learning for Every Student!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ward","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10009308_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756257255252","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10009308"},{"teacherId":10009308,"projectId":9655057,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom by providing these much-needed snacks for my students. The variety of snacks has already become an important part of our daily routine, helping support students who arrive at school hungry or need an extra boost to stay focused throughout the day. Having access to reliable snacks allows me to quickly meet students' basic needs so they are ready to learn and fully participate in classroom activities.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the snack boxes, their excitement was immediate. Many smiled, clapped, and eagerly asked what flavors were inside. Several students who often struggle with attention and regulation were noticeably calmer and more engaged after receiving a snack. One meaningful moment was seeing students practice patience and gratitude as they waited their turn and thanked the adults who made the snacks possible.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our next steps include continuing to use snacks as a tool to support positive behavior, focus, and emotional regulation throughout the school day. With these resources available, I am able to spend less time addressing hunger-related challenges and more time focused on instruction, learning, and building positive relationships. Your support has made a real and lasting difference for my students, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1759440478037,"projectUrl":"project/feeding-minds-feeding-hearts/9655057/","projectTitle":"Feeding Minds, Feeding Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ward","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10009308_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756257255252","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10009308"},{"teacherId":10009308,"projectId":9654975,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with these much-needed cleaning and sanitizing supplies. We are using the disinfecting sprays, wipes, microfiber cloths, and screen cleaners daily to keep our learning environment clean, safe, and healthy for students. Having easy access to these supplies has allowed us to quickly sanitize tables, learning materials, and technology between groups, especially during small-group instruction and hands-on activities. One meaningful moment was being able to immediately clean shared learning spaces so students could transition smoothly without interruptions to learning.\r\n\r\nWhen students first noticed the new supplies, many expressed excitement and curiosity, especially when they saw us caring for our classroom together. Several students have taken pride in helping wipe tables and learning centers, building responsibility and awareness about cleanliness and hygiene. Knowing their classroom is clean and well cared for has helped students feel more comfortable, focused, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our next steps include continuing to maintain a consistent cleaning routine that supports a healthy classroom while reinforcing life skills such as responsibility and teamwork. With these supplies readily available, we can spend less time worrying about sanitation and more time focused on instruction, engagement, and meaningful learning experiences. Your support has made a lasting difference in our classroom, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1759440477763,"projectUrl":"project/a-clean-start-for-learning/9654975/","projectTitle":"A Clean Start for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ward","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10009308_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756257255252","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10009308"},{"teacherId":10009308,"projectId":9654894,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. The Alphabet Sounds Teaching Tubs, Alphabet Mystery Box, and Find the Letter Activity Center have already made a meaningful impact on my students' learning. We are using these materials daily during small-group instruction and independent work time to build foundational letter recognition and letter-sound skills. One of our favorite moments so far has been watching students excitedly reach into the Alphabet Mystery Box, eagerly naming letters and sounds as they discover what's inside. The hands-on, interactive design of these materials has helped keep students engaged, focused, and motivated to participate.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. Many of them smiled, clapped, and rushed to explore the tubs and activity center, showing curiosity and enthusiasm that doesn't always come easily for all learners. Several students who typically struggle with attention or participation were able to stay engaged longer and successfully identify letters and sounds using the tactile pieces. Seeing their confidence grow as they experienced success was incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our next steps include using these resources to expand letter-sound mastery, matching letters to beginning sounds, and building early reading readiness skills. We will continue rotating the activities into our learning centers to reinforce skills through repetition and hands-on exploration. Your support has truly opened the door to more meaningful learning opportunities, and my students are thriving because of it. Thank you for being a part of our classroom journey.","fullyFundedDate":1759440478514,"projectUrl":"project/building-alphabet-skills-building-confi/9654894/","projectTitle":"Building Alphabet Skills, Building Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ward","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10009308_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756257255252","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10009308"},{"teacherId":10008711,"projectId":9794874,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how much my kids and I appreciate your kindness and generosity. As you can see from the expressions on their little faces, they are ecstatic about the Legos you so generously donated.\r\n\r\nLegos are such a great toy for kids. They spark their imagination and creativity. Legos help every child feel successful, which is important for a child's growth and development. Legos help with problem-solving skills, patience, cooperation, and fine motor skills to list a few.\r\n\r\nThese kids will reap the benefits of your generosity for life. Thanks again.","fullyFundedDate":1761152230277,"projectUrl":"project/being-creative/9794874/","projectTitle":"Being Creative","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Turner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10008711"},{"teacherId":10009308,"projectId":9666572,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students have fallen in love with reading in a whole new way! The \"Little Readers, Big Dreams\" project has brought fresh excitement to our classroom library and created countless opportunities for my students to explore stories that reflect their interests, imaginations, and dreams. With these new books, we've been able to work on comprehension, vocabulary development, sequencing, and identifying main ideas—all while fostering a genuine love for books.\r\n\r\nReading time has become one of our favorite parts of the day. Students gather on our classroom rug to listen, discuss, and even act out parts of the stories. We've introduced picture walks, prediction activities, and hands-on comprehension games that help bring the stories to life. It's amazing to see their confidence grow as they recognize words and make connections between the books and their own lives.\r\n\r\nSeveral of my students who once showed little interest in reading now ask for extra time with their favorite books. One student, who used to shy away from storytime, now proudly \"reads\" aloud to his classmates using pictures to retell the story. These moments remind me daily of the difference your kindness has made.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and helping our \"little readers\" dream big! Your generosity has truly made a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1757045388603,"projectUrl":"project/little-readers-big-dreams/9666572/","projectTitle":"Little Readers, Big Dreams","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ward","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10009308_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756257255252","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10009308"},{"teacherId":10008711,"projectId":9373588,"letterContent":"As you can tell from the pictures, the kids are cleaning their table and chairs after a day of hard work and learning. This helps the kids learn life lessons and helps keep the germs down, allowing them to continue learning. Of course, none of this would be possible without wonderful and caring sponsors like you. Cleaning the room every day brings awareness to how dirty the room gets just by sitting and working at a table. It is also teaching them that there isn't always someone to clean up after them. Once again, thank you for your support in our future.","fullyFundedDate":1755701694244,"projectUrl":"project/being-responsible/9373588/","projectTitle":"Being Responsible","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Turner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10008711"},{"teacherId":10009120,"projectId":9298321,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous contribution to my classroom. Because of your support, my students now have access to the essential supplies they need each day, wipes to keep our space clean and healthy, pencils and markers to bring their ideas to life, tissues to stay comfortable during the school day, a crayon sharpener to keep our creativity flowing, and headphones to help us focus during independent learning.\r\n\r\nThese items may seem small, but they make a huge difference in the daily lives of my second graders. Having the right tools not only allows them to learn without frustration but also shows them that there are people who believe in their education and their future. The excitement on their faces when they realized they had fresh supplies and working headphones was priceless.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has directly impacted our classroom community by creating a more organized, engaging, and supportive environment. My students and I are so grateful for your generosity, and we will continue to put these resources to good use every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1746067706650,"projectUrl":"project/all-superheros/9298321/","projectTitle":"All Superheros","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10009120"},{"teacherId":10008604,"projectId":9296574,"letterContent":"We are so incredibly grateful for your generous donation of school supplies for our classroom! The presharpened pencils have been a lifesaver—students reach for them daily as they complete writing assignments, answer comprehension questions, and other activities. The pencils make our learning run more smoothly, and it's been wonderful to see the excitement and pride students feel when they have the tools they need to succeed.\r\nYour thoughtful gifts have also created a more comfortable and organized learning environment. The small couch has quickly become a favorite spot where students love to sit with their Chromebooks while working on assignments, and the seat sacks are used every single day to keep their workbooks and supplies organized and accessible. These resources have truly transformed our classroom, and we can't thank you enough. We honestly don't know what we would have done without your support!","fullyFundedDate":1746007928323,"projectUrl":"project/warm-hearts-bright-minds-a-welcoming-c/9296574/","projectTitle":"Warm Hearts, Bright Minds: A Welcoming Classroom for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gabbard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10008604"},{"teacherId":10008489,"projectId":9295303,"letterContent":"On behalf of my kindergarten students, I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation to our classroom. Your kindness and support are making a true difference in the lives of our youngest learners.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students will have access to the resources and opportunities they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Whether it's new books to spark a love of reading, hands-on materials to make learning fun, or classroom supplies to keep our days running smoothly, your gift helps us create an engaging and welcoming environment where every child can succeed.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support shows my students that there are people who believe in them and their education. That encouragement is priceless, and I am deeply grateful for your partnership in helping to build strong foundations for their future.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our classroom and in the success of these amazing children. Your generosity truly makes a difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1746027019199,"projectUrl":"project/in-the-kindergarten-era-is-where-the-ma/9295303/","projectTitle":"In the Kindergarten Era, Is Where the Magic Begins!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lynch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10008489_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745941880229","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10008489"},{"teacherId":10009423,"projectId":9299559,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project. Because of your kindness, our students now have a safe and welcoming space where they can process their emotions and learn to regulate them in healthy ways. This environment has quickly become a trusted place where students feel comfortable taking a break, calming down, and returning to class ready to learn. Having a designated area designed with their emotional well-being in mind has made a meaningful difference in their daily school experience.\r\n\r\nThe fidgets, coloring books, and other resources you helped provide are already being put to great use. These tools give students constructive ways to manage stress, regain focus, and practice self-control. Teachers have noticed that students return to class more focused and ready to engage after spending a few minutes using these items. Your generosity has not only met a practical need but has also shown our students that their well-being matters. We are deeply grateful for the impact you've made in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1747666901243,"projectUrl":"project/sel-calming-corner/9299559/","projectTitle":"SEL Calming Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10009423_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746041767949","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10009423"},{"teacherId":10008867,"projectId":9298161,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Engaging Young Learners Through Art and Literacy. Your generosity has brought incredible energy into our classroom. My students were so excited when the materials arrived—they immediately began imagining what they could create. Already, we have built chinampas models during our Early American Civilizations unit and crafted Mayan masks to connect literacy with culture. These hands-on projects transformed abstract ideas into tangible experiences, making history and reading come alive in ways worksheets never could.\r\n\r\nThe new whiteboards and markers have also been a game changer for our daily lessons. We use them constantly for quick formative assessments, brainstorming sessions, and vocabulary practice. Students are more eager to participate because they can share their ideas instantly. The sentence strips have been especially helpful for practicing writing complete sentences and claims, giving students a concrete way to build strong writing skills. Instead of quietly filling out packets, they are now up, engaged, and interacting with one another and the content.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, my students are learning through creativity, collaboration, and exploration. These materials have allowed us to turn test preparation into something active and meaningful. I am so grateful for your generosity—it has given my students opportunities that inspire them to think critically, express themselves, and truly enjoy learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746047646563,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-young-learners-through-art-and/9298161/","projectTitle":"Engaging Young Learners Through Art and Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Bishop","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10008867"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_58633","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":314,"numTeachers":45,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":95,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":1,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"7.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":46.7,"schoolId":58633,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Owsley County Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Owsley County Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/kentucky/owsley-county-school-district/owsley-co-elementary-school/58633"}