{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Whittier International School","outOfStateSupporters":34.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10577091,"projectId":10448421,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping make our learning environment more inclusive and engaging! These materials have made a meaningful difference in my students' ability to participate in learning in ways that work best for them. The visual timer has been especially helpful during transitions, giving students a clear sense of what to expect and helping them move from one activity to the next with greater independence. \r\n\r\nAs a first-year special education teacher, I am constantly looking for ways to make instruction accessible while also building my students' confidence and independence. The dry-erase boards, write-and-wipe materials, magnetic tools, and games allow me to provide more opportunities for practice, movement, and immediate feedback. I have been able to adapt activities to meet different learning needs while keeping students actively involved and excited to participate.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these materials have helped me create the kind of classroom I envisioned—one where students feel comfortable, supported, and capable of succeeding. Thank you for investing in my students and helping me build a classroom where their individual strengths are celebrated and every student has the tools they need to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1786317125116,"projectUrl":"project/building-an-inclusive-learning-environme/10448421/","projectTitle":"Building an Inclusive Learning Environment: Multi-Sensory Tools for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10577091_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785955019706","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sarah-kaufman"},{"teacherId":10577091,"projectId":10504450,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring our \"Sit Back and Read On!\" project to life! Your generosity has given my students a cozy, inviting space where they can slow down, settle in, and enjoy the magic of reading. The new decodable books will help them practice the skills they are learning while building confidence and independence as readers.\r\n\r\nAnd, of course, the pink beanbag chair has already become a classroom favorite! The kids especially love curling up in it with a book, and it has made our reading nook feel like a special place that belongs to them. It is wonderful to see them excited to choose a book, get comfortable, and simply enjoy reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where they can feel comfortable, confident, and excited to learn. Your support makes a real difference, and I am so grateful that you chose to be part of our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1789573216752,"projectUrl":"project/sit-back-and-read-on/10504450/","projectTitle":"Sit Back and Read On!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10577091_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785955019706","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sarah-kaufman"},{"teacherId":2606203,"projectId":10264581,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our \"Organized Minds, Ready to Learn\" project! While tech is common at home, physical tools like composition notebooks, pencil boxes, and a reliable sharpener are essential for hands-on learning in school. The hard-cover notebooks have become our 5th graders' primary learning hubs—they use them daily to organize their math thinking, take notes, and track their growth. Having individual pencil boxes and a quick pencil sharpener means students aren't wasting time searching for supplies or waiting in line, keeping our momentum going during instruction.\r\n\r\nThe pencil boxes have brought the most excitement to our room! Our 5th graders love having their own designated space to organize their supplies, and it has given them a real sense of ownership and pride in their work. A few students who previously struggled with keeping track of their materials have especially warmed to this new setup; having a personal box has helped them build independence and start each lesson feeling calm, prepared, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students the exact tools they need to feel organized, confident, and capable every single day. Thank you for investing in our 5th grade classroom family!","fullyFundedDate":1785255838287,"projectUrl":"project/organized-minds-ready-to-learn/10264581/","projectTitle":"Organized Minds, Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rudolph","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2606203_orig.jpg?crop=833,833,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649820541890","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ashleyrudolph"},{"teacherId":2606203,"projectId":10219229,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"The Tools Behind Student Success\"! Many of our donors use digital devices at home, but in the classroom, smooth systems and physical tools are what make technology and daily learning actually work. The over-the-door wall organizers have completely transformed how we use our technology; headphones now have a safe, clean home, making transitions to quiet digital learning seamless and fast. Tools like the paper trimmer and magnetic marker holders keep materials prepared and within reach, while the visual digital timer helps students build self-management skills by keeping them focused during independent work.\r\n\r\nThe spinning prize wheel has by far generated the most excitement in our room! My students' eyes light up whenever we get to spin it, and it has turned positive reinforcement into a fun, shared celebration. It has been especially impactful for a few students who typically struggle with motivation or stay quiet during group work—they are now actively participating, staying on task, and eager to celebrate their effort alongside their classmates.\r\n\r\nThese organization and motivation tools have created a predictable, engaging structure where my students can take true ownership of their learning. Thank you for giving us the essential systems behind our everyday success!","fullyFundedDate":1777980434960,"projectUrl":"project/the-tools-behind-student-success/10219229/","projectTitle":"The Tools Behind Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rudolph","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2606203_orig.jpg?crop=833,833,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649820541890","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ashleyrudolph"},{"teacherId":2606203,"projectId":10129835,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our \"Headphones for Focused Learning\" project! Because of your support, every student in our classroom now has access to a durable, comfortable pair of headphones that completely transforms their daily learning experience. While technology is common at home, in a classroom setting it serves as a personalized learning hub. With these headphones, our students can independently listen to audiobooks, engage with interactive reading and language programs, watch educational videos, and utilize read-aloud accommodations without any distracting background noise or competing sounds from classmates.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part of this new addition for my students has been the independence and quiet focus it gives them. The bright, colorful design immediately brought smiles to their faces, but what they love most is being able to dive into their own digital learning worlds. Students who previously struggled with focus during independent work time are now fully engrossed in their reading practice and research projects. In particular, our English language learners and students who benefit from auditory support have warmed to this technology immensely—being able to hear instructions clearly and replay spoken text at their own pace has given them a newfound confidence in their daily work.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has provided my students with equal access to essential educational tools, helping them build critical skills while fostering a love for learning. We are deeply grateful for your investment in our classroom community and for making a meaningful difference in our students' education every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1777937424892,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-focused-learning/10129835/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rudolph","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2606203_orig.jpg?crop=833,833,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649820541890","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ashleyrudolph"},{"teacherId":2606203,"projectId":10125228,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for funding our \"Tools for Learning: Everyday Essentials for Big Growth\" project! Materials like crayons, dry erase markers, scissors, and laminated charts are vital tools for thinking in our classroom. My students use them daily to solve math problems, build interactive notebooks, and express their ideas visually. Having individual mesh pouches for each student has been a total game-changer for organization—it keeps their tools neat, saves valuable transition time, and teaches them to take pride in caring for their supplies.\r\n\r\nThe stress cubes have brought the most excitement to our room. Having a dedicated tactile tool gives students a safe, quiet way to manage big feelings and regain focus. Students who previously felt overwhelmed during tough lessons now simply reach into their pouches, use a stress cube to self-regulate, and stay engaged in their learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students the everyday tools they need to grow both academically and emotionally. Thank you for investing in our classroom family!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1776627824412,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-learning-everyday-essentials/10125228/","projectTitle":"Tools for Learning: Everyday Essentials for Big Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rudolph","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2606203_orig.jpg?crop=833,833,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649820541890","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ashleyrudolph"},{"teacherId":8839830,"projectId":8654970,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to my Donors Choose request. Having a brand new pencil box for each student was so exciting for them and helped get our year off to great start! \r\n\r\nBy having a new pencil box, each student was able to keep their materials organized. They were in charge of keeping track of their crayons, scissors, glue, and erasers. Having their own pencil box allowed them to learn how to be responsible and take good care of their materials. It also allowed students to have easy-access to the materials they needed. \r\n\r\nYour generosity is appreciated very much!","fullyFundedDate":1726579498512,"projectUrl":"project/an-organized-space-allows-for-an-organiz/8654970/","projectTitle":"An Organized Space Allows for an Organized Mind!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Christen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8839830_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723652920579","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heidichristen"},{"teacherId":7857717,"projectId":10176920,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your kind and generous donation to our kindergarten classroom. We are so very thankful. \r\n\r\nAt the end of this school year, we completed our alphabet countdown. Everything you helped provide was used. We made beaded jewelry on J day, decorated and wore crowns on Q day, and used ribbon wands on R day. The kids loved it. \r\n\r\nOn the last day, I was able to fill up their buckets and got to surprise each kid with a fun end of year gift. It was so very special.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this all possible!","fullyFundedDate":1776627825602,"projectUrl":"project/abc-ya-later-kindergarten/10176920/","projectTitle":"ABC Ya Later Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lydia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7857717_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685332244585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7857717"},{"teacherId":7857717,"projectId":10088640,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your kind and generous donation to our kindergarten classroom. You helped make it possible for us to receive so many different fun and engaging items. \r\n\r\nFrom the many things we received, the students loved the number locks. They also really enjoyed the seasons puzzles. Students were able to work together to solve the puzzle and locks. They enjoyed communicating with one another and working together to solve a problem. \r\n\r\nThank you for making this all possible! We are so thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1770907281457,"projectUrl":"project/play-is-healing/10088640/","projectTitle":"Play is Healing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lydia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7857717_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685332244585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7857717"},{"teacherId":7857717,"projectId":9899380,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your kind and generous donation to our kindergarten classroom. You helped make it possible for us to receive so much hand sanitizer. We are so thankful that you helped keep us so healthy this school year. \r\n\r\nWe use the bottle of hand sanitizer every single day of kindergarten. As we arrive into our classroom in the morning, we put our things away and get a pump of hand sanitizer. Our goal is to stay as healthy as can be. Throughout the day, we also passed out the wipes to clean our hands. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping us stay healthy!","fullyFundedDate":1767149956916,"projectUrl":"project/hand-sanitizer-for-kindergartners/9899380/","projectTitle":"Hand Sanitizer for Kindergartners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lydia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7857717_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685332244585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7857717"},{"teacherId":7857717,"projectId":10097960,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your kind and generous donation to our kindergarten classroom. You made it all possible for our classroom to receive brand new wobble stools for our wiggly bodies. \r\n\r\nWhen the kids saw the big boxes, they were so curious of what could be in them. When we unboxed the brand new wobble stools, they were so very excited. \r\n\r\nI was able to put the stools at a couple of our classroom tables, and they were used every single day. We love them!\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this all possible.","fullyFundedDate":1773069504065,"projectUrl":"project/wobble-stools-for-wiggly-bodies/10097960/","projectTitle":"Wobble Stools for Wiggly Bodies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lydia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7857717_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685332244585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7857717"},{"teacherId":7857717,"projectId":9859207,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your kind and generous donation to our kindergarten classroom. You made it all possible for our classroom to receive brand new wobble stools for our wiggly bodies. \r\n\r\nWhen the kids saw the big boxes, they were so curious of what could be in them. When we unboxed the brand new wobble stools, they were so very excited. \r\n\r\nI was able to put the stools at a couple of our classroom tables, and they were used every single day. We love them!\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this all possible.","fullyFundedDate":1769800215271,"projectUrl":"project/wobble-stools-for-wiggly-bodies/9859207/","projectTitle":"Wobble Stools for Wiggly Bodies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lydia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7857717_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685332244585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7857717"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_66390","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":521,"numTeachers":43,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":29,"percentWhite":12,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":44,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":8,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.9,"schoolId":66390,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Whittier International School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Whittier International School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/minnesota/minneapolis-public-schools/whittier-international-school/66390"}