{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cass Lake - Bena Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":43.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7129187,"projectId":9827646,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me support my students in 2nd grade! The kids were so excited to receive a special package in the mail. We opened it up during morning meeting and their eyes lit up when they saw the clipboards and magnetic money. We have been using the clipboards regularly during math time and especially during our fun graphing unit as we got to venture out of the classroom as we surveyed students around the school collecting data for our bar graphs. This opportunity in part turned into presenting our research and being active in school improvement efforts. Thank you again for making experiences like this possible with your generous donation for school materials.","fullyFundedDate":1762787030231,"projectUrl":"project/real-world-problem-solvers-math-club/9827646/","projectTitle":"Real-World Problem Solvers Math Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7129187_orig.jpg?crop=2308,2308,x0,y177&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758421643876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7129187"},{"teacherId":6830876,"projectId":9689335,"letterContent":"Moving to a new school and a new grade level, my students initially had limited opportunities to engage in the creative design process during recess. With the addition of our indoor recess supplies, students now have meaningful choices that encourage creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving. 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Having a defined gathering area helps students feel a strong sense of belonging and keeps them engaged, organized, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom will have a cozy, structured environment that supports both academic growth and community building. The rugs provide a comfortable alternative to desks and chairs, encouraging flexible seating, movement, and hands-on learning. More than just a classroom item, these rugs will help boost focus, strengthen social skills, and promote positive behavior. We are truly grateful for your kindness and investment in our students' learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1759086631861,"projectUrl":"project/unroll-the-fun/9481854/","projectTitle":"Unroll the Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zuehlke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9751232_orig.png?crop=138,138,x5,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726518669389","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9751232"},{"teacherId":7139691,"projectId":9670911,"letterContent":"Your generous support to our classroom has been an important part of building community in our classroom! We are so grateful for the supplies that we received. \r\n\r\nThe daily questions help us get to know each other better. My students are realizing that they have a voice and their thoughts matter to others. The greeting supplies are helping them feel included and that they belong in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing into our classroom community through Donors Choose. I am grateful for a community of people who want to see my students grow and succeed in school!","fullyFundedDate":1759634795904,"projectUrl":"project/good-morning-friend/9670911/","projectTitle":"Good Morning, Friend!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kleefeld","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7139691_orig.jpg?crop=900,900,x0,y201&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594945394064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7139691"},{"teacherId":9751232,"projectId":9733548,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Rocks and Minerals project! Because of your contribution, my students will now have the materials they need to create their very own \"Rocks and Minerals Field Guide.\" The folders, label tape, and markers you provided will enable each student to build a colorful, organized, and meaningful collection of their learning. Your donation ensures that they can explore geology in a hands-on, creative way—something that truly brings the content to life in our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is helping my students take ownership of their learning in a way that is both memorable and empowering. As they label, categorize, and design their guides, they will deepen their understanding of rocks, minerals, and the processes that shape our planet. These personalized guides will remain a valuable resource long after the unit ends, supporting their curiosity and confidence in science. Thank you for investing in our learners and making this engaging project possible!","fullyFundedDate":1758851231330,"projectUrl":"project/rocks-and-minerals-interactive-folder/9733548/","projectTitle":"Rocks and Minerals Interactive Folder","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zuehlke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9751232_orig.png?crop=138,138,x5,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726518669389","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9751232"},{"teacherId":5586276,"projectId":9671147,"letterContent":"I can't say enough about how unbelievably grateful I am with your donations to fund my project and give my students what they need to make this year successful!! The TPT gift card and ink has been so helpful and has made it possible for me to print out materials and activities for my classroom. The laminating pouches will also give me the ability to protect the activities that I make so they can be used over and over again. My kids are loving the math and reading games that I have been able to make with the laminating sheets and resources from TPT!!!\r\n\r\nI really appreciate the funding of this project so I can make our Reading and math Block a more fun and engaging time again! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1756940758434,"projectUrl":"project/lets-make-activities-for-a-successful-n/9671147/","projectTitle":"Let's Make Activities for a Successful New School Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bergeron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5586276_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532886823693","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5586276"},{"teacherId":9788530,"projectId":9630133,"letterContent":"My students loved the snacks!! We ate a lot before I even had a chance to take a lot of pictures! They loved the pirates booty especially. They also really enjoyed the fruit cups and veggie straws. We learned about what healthier snack choices were and why balancing our food is important for our health. My students love snack and were so happy that they had access to these new foods. The next step I have is for my students to explore more healthy foods. I want them to create their own healthy plates and share that with their families.","fullyFundedDate":1756070852934,"projectUrl":"project/healthier-snacks-that-smack/9630133/","projectTitle":"Healthier Snacks That Smack!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Opsal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9788530_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755534290622","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9788530"},{"teacherId":9788530,"projectId":9619208,"letterContent":"My students have been going crazy for the birthday in a cup! They love the stickers, they immediately wash out the cup and use it all day. It is so stinking cute watching them walk in the classroom in the morning and see their special birthday treat. The key chains are awesome and have made their way on their backpacks. The Chapstick and lotion are utterly amazing. Winter in northern Minnesota is no joke. The cold and dryness of the state make these students miserable. I am so thankful that they have the means to help themselves. The Chapstick is so helpful. They also sport their bracelets around saying it is their birthdays all day. \r\nAgain, thankyou for allowing my students birthdays to be special. They feel this way because of you.","fullyFundedDate":1755780482536,"projectUrl":"project/birthday-in-a-cup/9619208/","projectTitle":"Birthday in a Cup","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Opsal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9788530_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755534290622","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9788530"},{"teacherId":6779276,"projectId":9904749,"letterContent":"Oh my goodness! When the students entered my room their excitement overe the new indoor recess items, (Legoes, Play-Doh, Play-Doh accessories and so much more), was incredible. They raced to the floor to eximine all the new selections. At recess time they even asked it they could stay inside instead of going out to play in the fresh fallen snow. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity and donating to our Indoor Recess project. I cannot believe how excited all the students were. We all truly appreciate you thinking of us here at Cass Lake Bena Elementary.","fullyFundedDate":1763560568927,"projectUrl":"project/indoor-recess/9904749/","projectTitle":"Indoor Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6779276_orig.jpg?crop=422,422,x0,y76&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1567794594938","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6779276"},{"teacherId":6779276,"projectId":9904826,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your very generous donation to our Snack Time project. It is truly a blessing to have people with such big hearts thinking of our students here at Cass Lake Bena Elementary. Many students come to school hungry or need a little something for the long ride home. The snacks that were donated to my classroom will provide a much need pick me up to my students, \r\n\r\nEveryday they look forward to choosing out of the snack bucket. Some even ask if they can take something home for their baby sister or brother. Everyone gets a snack in my room now. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1763996385909,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time/9904826/","projectTitle":"Snack Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6779276_orig.jpg?crop=422,422,x0,y76&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1567794594938","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6779276"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_74404","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":450,"numTeachers":44,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":98,"percentLatinx":0,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"10.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":56.2,"schoolId":74404,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Cass Lake - Bena Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Cass Lake - Bena Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/minnesota/cass-lake-bena-public-schools/cass-lake-bena-elementary-school/74404"}