{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Gibbon Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":16.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3183952,"projectId":9343590,"letterContent":"The kids and I have enjoyed integrating iPads in the classroom for the past 11 years. With new iPads, we have access to new apps, so we can engage in a wide range of creative and hands-on activities that were previously limited by access and time constraints. The new iPads have become powerful tools for exploration, collaboration, and self-expression. Whether they are coding simple programs, designing digital artwork, or assembling multimedia scrapbooks, students are now able to work more independently and with greater enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nIn science, students are using the iPads to record and analyze date from experiments in real time, often incorporating phots, video, and voice notes into their observations. The digital pens make it easy to write and add details to their work seamlessly. This has enhanced their ability to reflect critically on their findings and present them in more meaningful ways. The headphones allow them to listen to directions and record their responses giving them a feeling of independence with their learning. The charging station has made it easy to ensure that devices are always ready for use, eliminating downtime and helping establish a smooth routine. \r\n\r\nLearners are excited to use the tools that allow them to bring their ideas to life in ways that feel relevant and engaging. Thank you for helping to make this opportunity possible. This has truly transformed what we are able to accomplish in the classroom, and the students are benefiting tremendously - academically, creatively, and personally.","fullyFundedDate":1748206348199,"projectUrl":"project/21st-century-learning-with-ipad-tools/9343590/","projectTitle":"21st Century Learning With iPad Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. TenEyck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3183952_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y100&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745290268146","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3183952"},{"teacherId":9928712,"projectId":9369938,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest and most heartfelt appreciation for the incredible support you gave to the students at GFW Elementary School. The items we were able to obtain for our Student Support Room have already proven to be incredibly beneficial in ways I did not even expect. Our district was blessed to be able to build a new PK-12 facility and the elementary school students started their year in this new space. It is beautiful and we have so many great new spaces and tools to explore and use across all space in the building. However, the Student Support Room holds special significance to the success of a small group of students on a daily basis. \r\n\r\nStudents who access this space on a regular basis do so for many different reasons. Some need a small and quieter space to work in. With the room dividers I have been able to create more privacy for students during daily work and testing. Other students need to move their body and take a break during long instructional periods. They are able to use the attached motor room along with things like our new balance beam and peanut ball. Those tools are used for intentional movement that helps their nervous system reset and prepares them to learn. Some students need to use small items like fidgets or building sets while they think about choices they have made or even to calm down after being too excited or even upset. The storage baskets and new sensory items have been a great tool to let students find things to take around the room, use, and easily clean up and find where to return it. They are learning skills that they will be able to adapt and use as they move forward through school and their adult life.\r\n\r\nFinally, some students come to school without basic needs being met. We have extra winter clothes, socks, hair care supplies, a variety of snacks, and more. Students have been able to get the items they need in a space where they don't feel any embarrassment or shame. No questions are asked but most students share what is going on and we are able to get resources to families that desperately need them. We firmly believe that no student can learn and be successful if they don't feel safe, cared for, and valued. We strive to provide that each day so these students know they matter. Thank you for helping up continue that work! Your generosity means so much!","fullyFundedDate":1751575863692,"projectUrl":"project/a-sensory-experience-improving-learning/9369938/","projectTitle":"A Sensory Experience: Improving Learning for All Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Larabee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9928712_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747840380620","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9928712"},{"teacherId":3822296,"projectId":9321355,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for the generous support in providing our classroom with sensory tools—especially the weighted animals. These tools have made such a meaningful difference for my busy-body kiddos.\r\n\r\nMany of my students have high energy levels or sensory needs that can sometimes make it difficult for them to focus or feel regulated during the day. Since introducing the weighted animals into our classroom routine, I've seen remarkable changes. These cuddly, calming companions have helped students feel more grounded during lessons, transitions, and even independent work time.\r\n\r\nIt's heartwarming to watch a child instinctively reach for a weighted animal when they're feeling overwhelmed or overstimulated—and then return to their work more centered and calm. These tools have truly become a quiet but powerful support system in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping create a more inclusive, supportive, and nurturing learning environment. Your kindness and contribution have made a real impact in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1746814226527,"projectUrl":"project/new-role-plus-new-sensory-needs/9321355/","projectTitle":"New Role Plus New Sensory Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rettmann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3822296_orig.png?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746463852952","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3822296"},{"teacherId":3850823,"projectId":9264676,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a true art studio. When the boxes arrived, my students' eyes lit up as we unpacked new paints, brushes, markers, paper, and all the colorful supplies you helped provide.\r\n\r\nNow, every day our young artists have the tools they need to create. We've been exploring colors, textures, and shapes, and students who were once hesitant to draw or paint are eagerly expressing their ideas. These materials have helped build their fine motor skills, confidence, and creativity.\r\n\r\nYour support has gone far beyond art projects — it has created joyful moments, sparked meaningful conversations, and given my students a sense of pride in their work. They can't wait to share their creations with families and friends.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom. Your kindness made a lasting impact on our students' learning and self-expression. We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1745867393849,"projectUrl":"project/color-our-world-art-supplies-for-kinder/9264676/","projectTitle":"Color Our World: Art Supplies for Kindergarten Creativity!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hartmann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3850823_orig.jpg?crop=2230,2230,x0,y193&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745329343490","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-hartmann"},{"teacherId":3183952,"projectId":9264397,"letterContent":"The kids and I have enjoyed integrating iPads in the classroom for the past 11 years. With new iPads, we have access to new apps, so we can engage in a wide range of creative and hands-on activities that were previously limited by access and time constraints. The new iPads have become powerful tools for exploration, collaboration, and self-expression. Whether they are coding simple programs, designing digital artwork, or assembling multimedia scrapbooks, students are now able to work more independently and with greater enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nIn science, students are using the iPads to record and analyze date from experiments in real time, often incorporating phots, video, and voice notes into their observations. The digital pens make it easy to write and add details to their work seamlessly. This has enhanced their ability to reflect critically on their findings and present them in more meaningful ways. The headphones allow them to listen to directions and record their responses giving them a feeling of independence with their learning. The charging station has made it easy to ensure that devices are always ready for use, eliminating downtime and helping establish a smooth routine. \r\n\r\nLearners are excited to use the tools that allow them to bring their ideas to life in ways that feel relevant and engaging. Thank you for helping to make this opportunity possible. This has truly transformed what we are able to accomplish in the classroom, and the students are benefiting tremendously - academically, creatively, and personally.","fullyFundedDate":1746814476823,"projectUrl":"project/tech-tools-for-tomorrow-updating-ipads/9264397/","projectTitle":"Tech Tools for Tomorrow: Updating iPads","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. TenEyck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3183952_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y100&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745290268146","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3183952"},{"teacherId":7015893,"projectId":9204085,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project that provided all kinds of new puzzles for my classroom. Puzzles are such an important part of young children's learning! It helps them learn problem solving skills and also learn the fine motor skills that we work so hard on starting in the early years. \r\n The students in my room love puzzles. The love when they come into the classroom and I have different ones every week setting on the table to learn. Sometimes as a teacher, we have the opportunity to sit with them and help them one on one because they are a bit too hard for some, but that also provides a perfect interaction between the adult and child to teach them and help them be successful in their learning. \r\n I will continue to provide puzzles for the children weekly, so these materials will be used the entire year throughout my class. I am so excited to be able to continue to see each child grow and develop through play with their new puzzles they recieved! \r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1744730973789,"projectUrl":"project/get-em-hooked-stay-puzzled/9204085/","projectTitle":"Get Em Hooked, Stay Puzzled","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berdan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7015893_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575648664781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7015893"},{"teacherId":7015893,"projectId":9143266,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for funding the project that added a little more STEM and Science into my classroom. My goal as a teacher is to be able to provide all different experiences to my preschoolers that may not have the opportunity to experience things like this at home. Some of the children that I provide services for are so excited to see new and different things that they have never seen before!\r\n In addition to providing all the new items for them to use and learn with, we have just moved into a new facility as well. The kids are able to come into the new classroom, and I am able to set up all the new items for them to learn and explore. Science is everywhere around us, and I want to be able to give them a little piece of learning when they come into the classroom each week! \r\n\r\nThank you again for giving my students the opportunity to discover it all! I appreciate being able to be the one to show them and see their faces light up!","fullyFundedDate":1741963999125,"projectUrl":"project/lights-science-action/9143266/","projectTitle":"Lights, Science, Action!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berdan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7015893_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575648664781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7015893"},{"teacherId":9928712,"projectId":9124655,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for the generous donation that supported our Student Support Room here at GFW Elementary. The items we received have benefited students in many ways and will continue to do so as we move forward. First and foremost, some of the funded items were snacks for students who routinely go without during the day. There are students that come down daily to get food either because they forgot or their families cannot provide those extra items for them. We have a significant number of families who struggle financially so reducing the snack burden becomes a big assistance to these families and their children. \r\n\r\nThe remaining items have helped students regulate their emotions and their bodies so they could perform and learn better in the classroom. When they have a safe space where they can use tools to calm and focus, it positively impacts their overall success and their behavior in the classroom. The puzzles, fidgets, and games all give additional opportunities for sensory input, social skills practice, and practicing regulation strategies. I was also able to use many of the items in the class I teach throughout with the week in each grade level. Students were able to problem solve and follow directions as a group in order to complete a strategy and building game.\r\n\r\nIt means so much to receive local support for my mission of helping students manage and regulate themselves so they can be successful members of society, starting in their own classrooms. Thank you so much for your help!","fullyFundedDate":1740760758955,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-support-room-supplies/9124655/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Support Room Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Larabee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9928712_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747840380620","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9928712"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_76266","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":240,"numTeachers":24,"percentFrplEligible":62,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":72,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":22,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":83.3,"schoolId":76266,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Gibbon Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Gibbon Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/minnesota/gfw-public-school-dist-2365/gibbon-elementary-school/76266"}