{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sullivan STEAM School","outOfStateSupporters":26.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8330814,"projectId":9889478,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Full STEAM Ahead project for my second grade students. \r\nMy students were thrilled to start building with the magnetic building blocks, building discs, new Lego creative brick boxes, and straw connector kits!!!! \r\n\r\nMy students are highly engaged in creating and collaborating with their classmates to improve their creations. Just watching my students smile and show excitement when using these STEAM activities have increased my students' attendance because they want to explore, build, and create like real engineers! \r\n\r\nThank you for your partnership for making a positive difference in my students lives.","fullyFundedDate":1769808957565,"projectUrl":"project/full-steam-ahead/9889478/","projectTitle":"Full STEAM Ahead","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C-M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8330814_orig.png?crop=271,271,x65,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688137001341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8330814"},{"teacherId":5792051,"projectId":10034215,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of these awesome Dressing Up/Pretend play classroom materials! We opened the box of dress up clothes (which came in a box that looked like a treasure chest!) during a whole group time so everyone could see what was in the box. I slowly unveiled each dress up item from the box and we talked about what it was and how we could use it in our play. \r\nThey had so many great ideas for using these items to play and pretend. I noticed students engaging in pretend play that usually avoided that area. It is so important that all my students are having opportunities to use their imaginations and have fun in new ways. We've had pretend tea parties, dances, weddings, and birthdays with the help of these dress up items. We've also had a student who pretend to be a magician with the hat and vest! I can't wait to see what else they come up with!\r\nIt's amazing how big an impact a few new materials has in our classroom. Thank you so much for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1771423888258,"projectUrl":"project/dressing-up-in-pre-k/10034215/","projectTitle":"Dressing Up in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kari","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5792051_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629394734142","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5792051"},{"teacherId":5792051,"projectId":10033271,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of these awesome \"Classic\" PreK classroom materials! We opened the new Potato Head boxes right as we were beginning a study of Our Bodies, Our Selves. We dove into learning about our 5 senses, body parts, drawing and creating self-portraits, and talking about ways we are the same and different from friends. We had so many opportunities to tie these materials in to our learning. We used the Potato Head parts to talk about our 5 senses. We labeled the body parts. We matched. We sorted. We used our imaginations to create silly faces. We loved them!\r\nWe have also been using the stretchy band rope during group time since it arrived to sing songs and do shared movement activities. We are working on following directions to stay safe and have fun, moving our bodies using positional word cues, and enjoying music and singing.\r\nIt's amazing how big an impact a few new materials has in our classroom. Thank you so much for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1769015843606,"projectUrl":"project/prek-classics/10033271/","projectTitle":"PreK Classics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kari","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5792051_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629394734142","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5792051"},{"teacherId":1437752,"projectId":10193169,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom project! Your support means the world to me and, most importantly, to my students. Knowing that there are people in our community who believe in the power of education truly inspires me every day.\r\n\r\nWith your gift, I will be purchasing resources and activities from Teachers Pay Teachers — a wonderful platform filled with hands-on activities, spiral reviews, and test prep materials that are subject-based, grade-level appropriate, and engaging. These tools will allow me to plan more effectively and bring creative, meaningful learning experiences to my students.\r\n\r\nYour kindness will have a lasting impact in our classroom. Every activity purchased, every lesson planned, and every student who lights up with understanding is a direct result of your generosity. From the bottom of my heart — thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1776280336818,"projectUrl":"project/busy-teachers-need-helping-hands/10193169/","projectTitle":"Busy Teachers Need Helping Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Duffy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1437752_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1515038490242","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-c-duffy"},{"teacherId":8335926,"projectId":9249280,"letterContent":"Thank. you so much for your donation to my coloring initiative. Students were so excited to start the year with these supplies in my room. My space is used as a place to take a break, discuss difficult topics or emotions, and to check-in on school and life in general. Having these tools available to students helps them to discuss more and for longer periods of time. They give students something to do with their hands so that they don't have to constantly make eye contact. It always them to feel grounded, safe, and open to discussion.\r\n\r\nWe were also able to do a coloring contest this year with the supplies! Grades 4th-8th participated. Having these resources helped more students participate. The school voted on their favorites and we had prizes. It was a fun activity to bring us into winter break, and it was exciting to see how creative students are!\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you so much for your contribution! It means the world to me and the students that are able to use these tools at school.","fullyFundedDate":1744888108356,"projectUrl":"project/coloring-to-communicate/9249280/","projectTitle":"Coloring to Communicate!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8335926_orig.jpg?crop=1326,1326,x0,y79&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1645043191128","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8335926"},{"teacherId":5792051,"projectId":10091465,"letterContent":"More than ever I see that my students need extra support around managing their emotions and regulating their feelings. I have a safe space set up in my classroom for students to take breaks when they are feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, sad, or tired. There are many different tools that are available for them to use to help regulate their emotions and help keep their bodies safe at school.\r\nWhen I added one of these weighted stuffed animals to the safe space, I noticed students gravitating to it for a quick cuddle, a hug, or even to hold while looking at books. I even have a student who has started to carry it around the classroom with calm purpose where he used to run or wander. He is super engaged in learning while holding on to the weighted cat!\r\nI have since added the teddy bear and the fox and my class have named them and they ask to take breaks with the weighted animals or ask to use the weighted animals during large and small group time. The weight of the animals is prefect for my students. They really seem to be grounded and supported, better able to tune in and focus, when they are cuddling and holding one of these animals. What a fantastic tool!\r\nThank you so much for your contribution to support my students and classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1770907278167,"projectUrl":"project/weighted-stuffed-animals/10091465/","projectTitle":"Weighted Stuffed Animals","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kari","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5792051_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629394734142","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5792051"},{"teacherId":5792051,"projectId":9995674,"letterContent":"My students are absolutely loving these building resources! They helped me unbox the marble run and the mini bricks when they arrived at school and we have been having so much fun creating and exploring with them. \r\nWe recently read many versions of The Three Little Pigs and used puppets to act out the story together. My students had a blast when I put out the mini bricks and shaving cream for them to build their own brick structures. The texture and weight of the mini bricks is perfect for little hands to explore and build and they feel so real! This has become a favorite material in our class and it will lead to so much imaginative building in our block center for years to come.\r\nThe light table tray has been a game changer for how we are able to use our light table as well. Materials are more contained and students are able to explore without losing pieces while they learn. \r\nI am so thankful for the support and donations from the Donor's Choose community. My students are benefiting from your generosity and it will be felt for many years. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1768660944351,"projectUrl":"project/building-and-exploring-in-prek/9995674/","projectTitle":"Building and Exploring in PreK","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kari","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5792051_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629394734142","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5792051"},{"teacherId":2674190,"projectId":9729610,"letterContent":"Because of your financial contribution, I have been able to find great resources to support my students in their reading comprehension. Many of the students need more visuals or games, because they need that sensory support in understanding a concept. With your gift, I have been able to use my time more effectively and find the resources on teachers pay teachers, instead of re-creating the wheel and making my own. I have had more time to conference with the students, as well as my colleges to give them this support when I am not there.","fullyFundedDate":1766872608756,"projectUrl":"project/activities-through-tpt/9729610/","projectTitle":"Activities Through TPT","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Donnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2674190_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689031603842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2674190"},{"teacherId":8753644,"projectId":9796817,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your support of our project, \"Student Opportunities to Become Creators not just Users of Technology.\" Because of your generosity, my students are able to see how 3D printers are more than something that makes \"cool things\"; they are now the becoming problem solvers and engineers in the digital world. The introduction of the 3D printer has completely transformed our classroom energy. While many students are used to seeing teachers use this technology, they are now learning that these same tools can be used to solve problems, design art, and share their unique voices with the world.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students' potential. You haven't just provided \"gadgets\"; you've provided the tools for the next generation of engineers, artists, and innovators to find their spark.","fullyFundedDate":1763134713990,"projectUrl":"project/student-opportunities-to-become-creators/9796817/","projectTitle":"Student Opportunities to Become Creators not just User of Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quinn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8753644_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y342&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667605095555","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8753644"},{"teacherId":6263475,"projectId":9951249,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing this project to life!! My students were so excited to try out the light table and pattern blocks. Light tables profoundly impact Pre-K development by boosting engagement through sensory play, fostering creativity, and strengthening academic foundations in literacy, math, and science. It's been so fun to watch students interact not only with the table, but with one another. This amazing glowing tool promotes fine motor skills, color recognition, hand-eye coordination, and sustained attention spans, making learning interactive and visually captivating. So many students are drawn to this tool each day and I'm so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1767230715537,"projectUrl":"project/illuminating-learning-help-us-explore-w/9951249/","projectTitle":"Illuminating Learning: Help Us Explore with a Light Table!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6263475_orig.jpg?crop=1088,1088,x0,y159&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1672858602151","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mary-holweger"},{"teacherId":4137422,"projectId":9914454,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for helping me purchase flexible seating options for my students.\r\nThey were very excited when the packages arrived! They helped me unbox and set up the seats. The most popular seat is definitely the wobble chair with the textured cushion. \r\n\r\n\r\nAll my students have enjoyed using multiple options so they feel more comfortable in the space. It makes the classroom feel more cozy and adaptable. I have always wanted to have these types of chairs-thank you for making this possible. We are very grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1764781989899,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-seats-for-growing-minds/9914454/","projectTitle":"Cozy Seats for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nellie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4137422_orig.png?crop=289,289,x61,y106&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726148946000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4137422"},{"teacherId":7106802,"projectId":9907260,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our classroom through the project \"From Pixels to Prototypes.\" This technology has bridged the gap between abstract digital concepts and tangible reality. In our school, technology isn't just for consuming content; it's a tool for creation. My students are no longer just looking at 3D models on a screen—they are holding their own engineered designs in their hands, which has sparked a completely new level of engagement.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting moment for the students is always the \"reveal\"—seeing a file they spent hours perfecting finally become a physical prototype. This process has been especially transformative for a few of my students who typically struggle with traditional lectures but have absolutely flourished in this hands-on environment. They've become the \"classroom experts,\" helping their peers troubleshoot designs and leading with confidence. Thank you for giving them the tools to see themselves as the innovators and engineers of tomorrow.","fullyFundedDate":1769808957113,"projectUrl":"project/3d-creations/9907260/","projectTitle":"3D Creations","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wagner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7106802_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1581030748995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7106802"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_56198","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":640,"numTeachers":56,"percentFrplEligible":84,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":65,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":4,"percentLatinx":8,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"11.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":73.6,"schoolId":56198,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sullivan STEAM School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sullivan STEAM School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/minnesota/minneapolis-public-schools/sullivan-communication-center/56198"}