{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Blissfield Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10045100,"projectId":10162569,"letterContent":"Thank you for making hands-on science learning possible for our kindergarten students! Because of your generosity, our classroom now has LEGO Science Kits that are bringing our science curriculum to life in exciting and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nYoung children learn best by doing, and these kits have transformed science lessons into engaging opportunities for exploration, discovery, and problem-solving. Instead of simply reading or talking about scientific concepts, students are now building, testing, observing, and investigating through hands-on experiences. They are asking questions, making predictions, and working collaboratively to find solutions as they explore the world around them.\r\n\r\nThe LEGO Science Kits have also helped students develop critical thinking, creativity, communication, and engineering skills while fostering a love of learning. Even our most hesitant learners are eager to participate when they can build and explore with their hands. The excitement and curiosity these materials inspire are evident every day in our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour support has provided our students with enriching experiences that make science accessible, engaging, and memorable. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where curiosity thrives and young scientists can learn through exploration and discovery.","fullyFundedDate":1778100954397,"projectUrl":"project/little-builders-big-discoveries-hands-/10162569/","projectTitle":"Little Builders, Big Discoveries: Hands-On STEM with LEGO","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10045100_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749158790807","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10045100"},{"teacherId":10045100,"projectId":10132297,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping us provide extra clothing and underwear for students in need. While these items may seem simple, they make a tremendous difference in the daily lives of young children.\r\n\r\nAccidents happen in kindergarten. Whether a student spills milk at lunch, gets muddy during outdoor play, has a bathroom accident, or becomes wet during a classroom activity, having clean clothes readily available allows them to quickly return to learning with dignity and confidence. Instead of feeling embarrassed, uncomfortable, or distracted, students can change into clean clothing and continue participating in their day.\r\n\r\nJust a few days into our new school year and these supplies have helped create a caring and supportive classroom environment where children know their needs will be met. Families also benefit from knowing that their child has access to clean replacement clothing if an unexpected situation arises during the school day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided more than just clothing—it has provided comfort, confidence, and peace of mind for our students and their families. Thank you for helping us ensure that every child can feel safe, supported, and ready to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1773674028378,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-and-confidence-spare-clothes-fo/10132297/","projectTitle":"Comfort and Confidence: Spare Clothes for Kindergarten Accidents","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10045100_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749158790807","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10045100"},{"teacherId":10045100,"projectId":10131890,"letterContent":"These materials have transformed our classroom by making learning more interactive, creative, and accessible. As students squeeze spray bottles, peel stickers, grasp markers, and create artwork, they are developing the hand strength, coordination, and control needed for writing, cutting, and other important kindergarten tasks. The supplies have also encouraged independence, confidence, and persistence as students practice new skills through play and exploration.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on my students' faces when they use these new materials is truly priceless. Your support has provided opportunities for joyful, hands-on learning experiences that will benefit them throughout the school year and beyond. Thank you for investing in our young learners and helping them build a strong foundation for future success.","fullyFundedDate":1773674028479,"projectUrl":"project/building-fine-motor-skills-with-art-and/10131890/","projectTitle":"Building Fine Motor Skills With Art and Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10045100_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749158790807","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10045100"},{"teacherId":6888444,"projectId":10172892,"letterContent":"I was blown away by the generosity of your company in the funding of the entire Learning with LEGOs project. Because of your support, students who have or will pass through my classroom will have the opportunity to experience hands-on learning through play with these kits. \r\nLast school year, my students were absolutely overjoyed when unboxing the new materials! Nothing adds more joy to a classroom than an unexpected unboxing, then make it be LEGO and instant interest is gained. We received our materials during our egg hatching unit of study, so we were able to pair the perfect LEGO education lesson with this. The engagement was through the roof!\r\nThank you again for your generosity in choosing a small school to support! The materials you helped supply will be enjoyed by third graders for many, many years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1775596294388,"projectUrl":"project/learning-with-legos/10172892/","projectTitle":"Learning with LEGOs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Horn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6888444_orig.jpg?crop=700,700,x0,y149&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651620827975","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6888444"},{"teacherId":10488443,"projectId":10552698,"letterContent":"My students have been using the new shelves every day to help keep our classroom organized and our learning materials easy to access. With our new desks having no built-in storage, the shelves have made a huge difference! Students can now find books, games, and supplies more easily and are learning to independently return materials to their proper places. Our classroom feels less cluttered, and we have more space to move, learn, and work together.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when they first saw the new shelves! They immediately wanted to help organize our classroom and decide where different materials should go. It was wonderful to see them take ownership of our space and understand that keeping our classroom organized is something we can all work together to accomplish.\r\n\r\nThe classroom snacks have also been a wonderful addition. Students are grateful to have a snack available when they are hungry, and it helps them stay focused and ready to learn throughout the school day. It may seem like a small thing, but having a snack can make a big difference for a young learner who is struggling to concentrate because they are hungry.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, my students will keep using our organized materials during literacy centers, math activities, small-group instruction, and independent learning. We are currently working on building strong foundational reading and math skills, and having our materials organized and readily available allows students to spend more time practicing and exploring. Thank you for helping make our classroom a more organized, comfortable, and welcoming place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1788182750849,"projectUrl":"project/shelves-snacks-and-smiles/10552698/","projectTitle":"Shelves, Snacks, and Smiles!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schober","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10488443_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1782317327997","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10488443"},{"teacherId":10488443,"projectId":10552543,"letterContent":"The headphones will help my first graders use technology more successfully and independently during digital learning, listening activities, and independent work. By reducing classroom distractions, students can better focus on directions, stories, educational programs, and activities on their devices. This allows technology to become a learning tool rather than a source of distraction and helps students practice working independently.\r\n\r\nMy students are especially excited about having their own headphones to use during learning activities. They love opportunities to use technology, and having comfortable headphones makes digital learning feel more special and engaging. They are excited to be able to listen to stories, follow directions, and complete activities without competing with the sounds around them.\r\n\r\nStudents who are easily distracted or who need a quieter environment have especially benefited from using headphones. They are able to focus for longer periods of time and complete tasks with greater independence. Students who enjoy auditory learning also appreciate being able to clearly hear stories, directions, and educational content.\r\n\r\nThe headphones, along with the other materials in this project, will help me create a classroom where students have different ways to learn, explore, and stay engaged. These resources will support my students' individual needs while helping them become more confident and independent learners.","fullyFundedDate":1788182750201,"projectUrl":"project/helping-first-graders-focus-explore-and/10552543/","projectTitle":"Helping First Graders Focus, Explore and Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schober","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10488443_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1782317327997","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10488443"},{"teacherId":10488443,"projectId":10350304,"letterContent":"My students have been using the new resources every day to help make our classroom more organized, engaging, and student-friendly. The new shelving and storage bins have given our classroom materials a designated home, helping keep walkways clear and making it easier for students to independently find and put away the supplies they need. Our new book displays have also made a big difference in our classroom library. Students love being able to see the covers of the books, choose what interests them, and discover new stories to read.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching my students explore the new materials for the first time. They were immediately excited to see the new shelves and book displays and couldn't wait to help organize our classroom. They especially enjoyed choosing books to put on display and talking about which ones they wanted to read next. The magnetic boards have also made small-group instruction more interactive. Students are excited to come to the table and use the magnetic pieces to build words, practice phonics skills, solve math problems, and show what they know.\r\n\r\nThe new sensory storage has also helped students independently access the tools they need while keeping our classroom calm and organized. It has been wonderful to see students learn that they can recognize what their bodies need and choose an appropriate tool to help them refocus.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue building independence and engagement through our literacy and small-group learning activities. Students will continue using the magnetic boards for phonics and word-building practice, while our classroom library will encourage them to explore new books and develop a love of reading. I am so excited to see how these resources continue to support my students throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a classroom where my students can feel organized, comfortable, confident, and excited to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1783449565464,"projectUrl":"project/making-room-for-learning/10350304/","projectTitle":"Making Room for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schober","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10488443_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1782317327997","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10488443"},{"teacherId":10488443,"projectId":10241758,"letterContent":"Technology can be a powerful learning tool when it is used intentionally in the classroom. The Yoto Players will give my students access to high-quality audio stories and educational content while allowing them to practice important literacy skills independently. Students will hear fluent reading, build vocabulary, strengthen comprehension, develop listening stamina, and hear how stories should sound when read with expression. This is especially helpful for first graders who are still developing their decoding skills because they can enjoy and understand stories that may be above their independent reading level.\r\n\r\nMy students are most excited about being able to choose their own stories and listen to them independently. They love having choices and being able to explore books and stories that interest them. The screen-free design is also exciting because students can enjoy technology without being distracted by a screen.\r\n\r\nSome of my emerging readers have especially warmed to audio learning because it allows them to participate in literacy experiences without feeling frustrated by difficult words. Students who benefit from hearing information rather than only seeing it are able to engage with stories in a way that feels comfortable and successful. I am also excited to use the Make Your Own cards to create personalized listening experiences connected to our classroom learning, including phonics practice, sight words, poems, fluency passages, and student-recorded readings.\r\n\r\nThese Yoto Players will give my students another way to experience the joy of reading while building skills and confidence along the way.","fullyFundedDate":1778100953809,"projectUrl":"project/listening-learning-and-growing-with-yo/10241758/","projectTitle":"Listening, Learning, and Growing With Yoto Players!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schober","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10488443_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1782317327997","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10488443"},{"teacherId":10488443,"projectId":10239837,"letterContent":"My students have been so excited to use our new sensory resources! We are using the spin chairs, fidgets, and stepping stones throughout our day during independent work, small groups, transitions, and sensory breaks. These tools give students a positive way to move and regulate their bodies while still being part of our classroom learning.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were immediately excited and curious. They wanted to explore everything and were especially excited to try the spin chairs and stepping stones. It has been wonderful to see students learn how to use these tools appropriately and recognize when their bodies need movement or a sensory break.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue practicing self-regulation and using these tools independently when needed. We are working on identifying how we feel, choosing a strategy that helps us, and then returning to our learning ready to focus. I am so thankful to our donors for helping provide resources that allow my students to feel comfortable, supported, and successful in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1778100953662,"projectUrl":"project/calm-bodies-focused-brains/10239837/","projectTitle":"Calm Bodies, Focused Brains","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schober","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10488443_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1782317327997","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10488443"},{"teacherId":10488443,"projectId":10552496,"letterContent":"Technology and hands-on learning tools can provide my first graders with additional ways to practice important skills and stay engaged in their learning. Having access to flexible funds will allow me to choose technology and educational resources that support reading, phonics, writing, math, and individual student needs throughout the school year. These tools can provide extra practice, immediate engagement, and opportunities for students to learn through seeing, hearing, touching, and doing.\r\n\r\nMy students are most excited about having new materials and activities that make learning feel like play. They love being able to use games, manipulatives, interactive tools, and technology to practice skills they are learning in class. Giving students choices in how they practice also helps them feel more independent and confident.\r\n\r\nStudents who need additional practice or benefit from hands-on and interactive learning have especially enjoyed these types of resources. Some students may struggle when a skill is taught only through paper-and-pencil work, but become much more engaged when they can use a game, manipulative, or interactive tool to demonstrate what they know. Having the flexibility to provide different learning experiences helps me meet my students where they are and give each child an opportunity to be successful.","fullyFundedDate":1788182750918,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-dreams-first-grade/10552496/","projectTitle":"Little Learners, Big Dreams: First Grade Learning Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schober","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10488443_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1782317327997","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10488443"},{"teacherId":10106172,"projectId":10288993,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation to our kindergarten classroom! Your gift of a classroom rug with individual seat spots, lap desks, and circle cushions has already made such a meaningful difference for my students. These materials have helped create a learning environment that is not only more comfortable and engaging, but also more structured and supportive for our youngest learners.\r\nThe classroom rug with designated seat spots has been especially helpful in giving each child a clearly defined personal space during whole-group instruction. This simple structure helps kindergarten students better understand expectations, practice independence, and participate more successfully in our daily routines. The lap desks and circle cushions have also given students the flexibility to work comfortably in different areas of the classroom while staying focused and engaged in their learning.\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students now have more opportunities for flexible seating and alternative work spaces that meet a variety of learning needs. These additions have also helped us establish smoother routines and minimize transition times, allowing us to spend more of our day doing what matters most—learning, growing, and having fun together!\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where they feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn. Your kindness and generosity will make a difference for so many little learners, and we are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1783449565376,"projectUrl":"project/defining-space-and-increasing-flexibili/10288993/","projectTitle":"Defining Space and Increasing Flexibility and Engagement through Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Keinath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10106172_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1779562748402","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10106172"},{"teacherId":5913059,"projectId":10124390,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation! Our kindergarteners were so excited to try them out, I was even able to involve them in assembling them! The chairs give students a fun way to move their bodies, practice balance and coordination, and get the sensory input they need to stay focused and ready to learn. We know these will be a favorite for years to come to will support many students with varying needs. Thank you for supporting our students and making our classroom an even better place to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1773673853031,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-get-sensory-spin-chairs/10124390/","projectTitle":"Help Us Get Sensory Spin Chairs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shepherd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5913059_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1544977688008","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-koevenig"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_70876","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":511,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":35,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":90,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":5,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"19.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":72.4,"schoolId":70876,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Blissfield Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Blissfield Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/michigan/blissfield-community-school-district/blissfield-elementary-school/70876"}