{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Burnt Mills Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9173074,"projectId":9930612,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose and helping us receive the UFLI manual for our small group reading intervention time. Your generosity has already made a tremendous impact on my students and the progress they are making in reading. The structured lessons and engaging activities have given my students the support they need to strengthen their phonics and decoding skills while building confidence as readers.\r\n\r\nSince using these materials, I have seen incredible growth in my students' reading abilities and their willingness to take risks during learning. Students who once struggled are now participating more confidently and experiencing success during small group instruction. Your kindness and support are giving my students opportunities to grow academically and believe in themselves, and for that we are truly grateful. Thank you for investing in our classroom and in the future of our readers!","fullyFundedDate":1766087603938,"projectUrl":"project/ufli-and-watch-us-soar/9930612/","projectTitle":"UFLI and Watch Us Soar!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9173074_orig.png?crop=604,604,x215,y17&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701624461769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9173074"},{"teacherId":9473587,"projectId":9956877,"letterContent":"At first, many of my students found the puzzles challenging and even a bit frustrating. But instead of giving up, they showed incredible perseverance. Over time, they began to embrace the challenge—carefully searching for missing pieces, thinking critically about where each part belongs, and using their problem-solving skills in new and exciting ways.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most inspiring to see is how this experience has brought my students together. They naturally began working as teams, helping one another, sharing strategies, and celebrating small victories along the way. These puzzles have strengthened not only their thinking skills, but also their communication, patience, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nThey have also sparked a new level of motivation in the classroom. Students are now eager to complete their work on time so they can enjoy puzzles as an early finisher activity. It has created a positive and rewarding environment where learning and fun go hand in hand.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the puzzles have sparked curiosity and confidence. My students now approach challenges with a \"we can figure it out\" mindset, and that is a gift that will stay with them far beyond our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1766698584036,"projectUrl":"project/puzzle-power-building-brains-one-piece/9956877/","projectTitle":"Puzzle Power: Building Brains One Piece at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hirpa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9473587_orig.png?crop=408,408,x164,y112&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711121443792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9473587"},{"teacherId":9755273,"projectId":10003156,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in helping to fund my STEM materials. The students were excited when the materials arrived. We unboxed the items together, and the students were eager to start creating the doodle maker and bubble blower. \r\nThe students worked in goups of two to assemble the battery powered robots. They worked cooperatively to successfully screw in the tiny screws and attach the wires to the motor and batteries. When their project was complete, the students shared with the rest of the class. This worked to get the students excited about doing another project. Thank you again for giving my students the opportunity to become engineers and learn about electricity.","fullyFundedDate":1768680645076,"projectUrl":"project/wow-did-i-do-that/10003156/","projectTitle":"Wow! Did I do That?","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lotz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9755273_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768249260952","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9755273"},{"teacherId":10274191,"projectId":9746710,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our special education classroom. Scholars have been using the materials with joy and success. The social stories have helped our little ones understand big feelings, and the phonics games have made learning fun. The sensory supplies have helped in structured breaks when the academics get too difficult. Our special education teachers have loved the visualization timers. \r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting the special education team and scholars here at Burnt Mills Elementary School.","fullyFundedDate":1768680645197,"projectUrl":"project/hsm-supplies-and-intervention-materials/9746710/","projectTitle":"HSM Supplies and Intervention Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A Marmaras","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10274191"},{"teacherId":3257071,"projectId":9912746,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding my project! My school recently started a STEM class for students, so these materials have been a wonderful addition to our projects. \r\n\r\nThe plastic craft trays have been helpful when managing materials for Kindergarten students, prepping labs for 5th graders, and separating lego bricks for 2nd graders. They're durable, easy to clean, and don't take up much storage space. Students were especially grateful for the gallon of glue and activator when we learned about states of matter through making slime. \r\n\r\nMy 1st graders have enjoyed playing with the minecraft blocks and creating their own structures in class. They love the magnetic feature and are always looking forward to using them. \r\n\r\nWe're so appreciative that you took the time to read and fund our project. Many of these activities would not be possible without you.","fullyFundedDate":1766333833977,"projectUrl":"project/future-engineers/9912746/","projectTitle":"Future Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3257071_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523215069094","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bmes-parker"},{"teacherId":9647250,"projectId":9493165,"letterContent":"As we close out another wonderful school year, I want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your generosity and support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your donations made a meaningful impact on my students each and every day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students had access to valuable resources, engaging activities, and classroom materials that helped create a positive and successful learning environment. Your support helped keep students motivated, excited to learn, and confident in themselves throughout the year.\r\n\r\nThis school year was filled with growth, learning, and memorable moments, and none of it would have been possible without caring supporters like you. Thank you for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a place where every child could thrive.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support and encouragement. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1763638889686,"projectUrl":"project/building-together/9493165/","projectTitle":"Building Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prather","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9647250_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733499211429","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9647250"},{"teacherId":9706343,"projectId":10047737,"letterContent":"The new books you so generously helped provide for my classroom library are bringing great joy to many of my scholars. Second grade is a year where many aspiring readers turn the corner to become fluent, confident readers. Providing ample opportunity for the students to choose a variety of texts encourages them to read what interests them and what they can comprehend.\r\n The non fiction books are an absolute favorite. Filled with wonderful pictures and facts, these books are frequented and enjoyed often. I encourage all scholars to reach for a book whenever they have a break in our instruction. I often find several kids huddled around the non fiction books, pouring over the photographs and exploring the text features. \r\n While not all students are ready to read chapter books, they have set goals to read the Ivy and Bean books as soon as they are ready. I love the aspirations and determination my students show when they set their mind to learn something. Your donations have changed my classroom for the better. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1769861512580,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-grow-as-readers-in-a-garden-of-l/10047737/","projectTitle":"Help Us Grow as Readers in a Garden of Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9706343_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755785623632","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9706343"},{"teacherId":9647250,"projectId":9965818,"letterContent":"First of thank you so much for thinking of my class, we really appreciate your kindness. Crunch, Munch, and Learn has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Because of this project, my students now have access to snacks throughout the day, which has helped them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. When students are not distracted by hunger, they are better able to participate in lessons, follow directions, and engage positively with their classmates.\r\n\r\nBecause our class has the last lunch of the day, many of my students struggle to stay focused and energized in the late afternoon. The snacks provided through this project help bridge that long gap between meals. Having access to snacks allows students to manage their hunger, which reduces distractions, irritability, and fatigue.With their basic needs met, students are better able to concentrate, participate in lessons, and make positive choices in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThis project has also created a more supportive and caring classroom environment. Students feel secure knowing their needs are being met, which builds confidence and helps them take academic risks. Overall, Crunch, Munch, and Learn has removed a major barrier to learning and allowed my students to put their full attention into growing academically and socially.","fullyFundedDate":1767176009509,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-class-crunch-munch-and-learn/9965818/","projectTitle":"Help Our Class Crunch, Munch, and Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prather","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9647250_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733499211429","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9647250"},{"teacherId":9473587,"projectId":9342095,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our seat sacs project. Your donation has truly transformed our classroom by giving each student a designated space to keep their materials organized and easy to access. With seat sacs on their chairs, students spend less time searching for supplies and more time focused on learning. They take pride in keeping their materials neat, which has also encouraged responsibility and independence. These seat sacs have helped create a calmer, more organized learning environment for everyone. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and for investing in tools that help our students succeed every day.","fullyFundedDate":1755731870074,"projectUrl":"project/chair-cubbies/9342095/","projectTitle":"Chair Cubbies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hirpa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9473587_orig.png?crop=408,408,x164,y112&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711121443792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9473587"},{"teacherId":9473587,"projectId":9961964,"letterContent":"Since receiving the snacks, my students have been using them during long learning blocks, after assessments, and whenever they need a quick boost to refocus. Having access to brain food has helped students stay energized and engaged, especially during challenging lessons. A moment that really stood out was seeing students who were struggling to concentrate settle back into their work after having a snack.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, my students were genuinely excited and grateful. Many students immediately smiled, thanked me, and asked if these snacks would be available when they felt hungry. It was clear how meaningful it was for them to know their needs were being noticed and cared for.\r\n\r\nThese snacks are now an important part of our classroom routine as we continue working on lessons that require focus, problem-solving, and stamina. By meeting students' basic needs, we're able to create a learning environment where students feel supported and ready to do their best. Thank you for giving my students the fuel they need to learn and grow each day.","fullyFundedDate":1766067745302,"projectUrl":"project/brain-food-for-bright-minds/9961964/","projectTitle":"Brain Food for Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hirpa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9473587_orig.png?crop=408,408,x164,y112&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711121443792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9473587"},{"teacherId":9701477,"projectId":9384077,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for supporting our indoor recess games project! We have been using them a LOT because of the number of could days we have experienced. They live the variety because they get to be physical while being indoors and also sit still to complete the floor puzzle or get creative with the building Lego pieces. Indoor recess is not a boring experience (since there's no technology at that time) for my kiddos anymore! \r\n\r\nAnother big thing in our room is the need for wipes so thank you for the donation! We clean twice per day because 2 classes share the space and I really try to eliminate surface area germs as best as possible. I also love that they LOVE working down the surfaces when they pack up to leave the room.","fullyFundedDate":1755742457184,"projectUrl":"project/level-up-learning-with-play-and-purpose/9384077/","projectTitle":"Level Up Learning With Play and Purpose","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9701477"},{"teacherId":9173074,"projectId":9388156,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and helping fund our Secret Stories posters! Since adding them to our room, I've already seen such a difference in how my students approach reading.\r\n\r\nDuring lessons and independent reading time, I often catch students doing the motions that go with the sounds or looking up at the posters to help them figure out tricky words. It's been amazing to see them independently use the visuals as a reference instead of getting stuck or giving up. The posters have truly helped make phonics more meaningful and accessible for them.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students feel more confident and engaged as readers every day. Thank you for investing in my classroom and helping my students grow!","fullyFundedDate":1755486789466,"projectUrl":"project/crack-the-code-secret-stories-in-our-cl/9388156/","projectTitle":"Crack the Code: Secret Stories in Our Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9173074_orig.png?crop=604,604,x215,y17&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701624461769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9173074"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_55517","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":747,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":81,"percentAsian":18,"percentBlack":47,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":20,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.9,"schoolId":55517,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Burnt Mills Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Burnt Mills Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maryland/montgomery-county-public-schools/burnt-mills-elementary-school/55517"}