{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dayton's Bluff Achievement Plus Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6856851,"projectId":10011695,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations for my students to get a new instrument to try out. I do a lot of instruments with my classes and otamatones are an instrument I wanted to try for a while now! With the few otamatones I have my classes have been doing a bit of exploration with them but adding to my collect makes us able to do more and actually learn songs as a class! \r\n\r\nI'm hoping otamatones are just a fun new challenge for my 4th and 5th graders. I have those students in combined classes and want to do a little more instrument exploration with them other than ukuleles, drums and orff instruments.","fullyFundedDate":1778131437320,"projectUrl":"project/instrument-exploration/10011695/","projectTitle":"Instrument Exploration!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palmatier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6856851_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x259,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597257535389","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6856851"},{"teacherId":10445121,"projectId":10126667,"letterContent":"My students have loved the games and snacks you purchased for our classroom. Thank you dearly for your contribution towards making our space feel safe and fun. \r\n\r\nMany of my students have emotional or behavioral disorders, and hunger can amplify already intense emotions. By providing us with snacks, you have provided stability for many students' moods and appetites. They are able to focus better on their work, learn more, and connect with their peers in positive ways. \r\n\r\nThe toys you have sent us have been a big hit. Choice time in my classroom is always screen-free, and the students love getting out the various activities in the packages sent to us. The marble run has been a big hit, students love finding creative ways to watch the marbles reach the floor and challenging each other to build higher and higher. Magnet tiles and block get used on the daily, as do the cars. \r\n\r\nFidgets have helped my students immensely. The silly puddy in particular gets passed out during read aloud time, and has supported students in their love of stories.","fullyFundedDate":1772736523011,"projectUrl":"project/snack-play-succeed-empowering-unique/10126667/","projectTitle":"Snack, Play, Succeed: Empowering Unique Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Willo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10445121"},{"teacherId":4638092,"projectId":10114863,"letterContent":"These are some of the reactions I heard when the students walked into the new reading cove:\r\n\"Is this for us?\"\r\n\"Can I read my books here?\"\r\n\"This is really cool!\"\r\n\r\nI feel it is my duty to show the students that they are not only welcome, but this library is theirs to enjoy! Part of this is creating comfortable spaces that just for them. \r\n\r\nThe cozy green rug has become the place where kids can stretch out as they page through an adventure. Combined with the log pillows an old corner has been turned into a woodland oasis!\r\n\r\nThis reading cove will be enjoyed by all grades and generations to come!","fullyFundedDate":1772553903792,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-diy-a-cozy-reading-cove/10114863/","projectTitle":"Help me DIY a Cozy Reading Cove!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kastle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4638092_orig.jpg?crop=2000,2000,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757029229385","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskastle"},{"teacherId":4638092,"projectId":10124434,"letterContent":"With your generosity I was able to restock sone of our most used items into the Maker Space. When I let the students know that we had more tape and we no longer had to share the hole punch the let out a resounding \"yes\" with echos of \"finally\". These tools and supplies allow kids to make their heart desire and I can't wait to see what they create!\r\n\r\nThe chime and timer are small items, but they have helped our space tremendously! We have started choosing a student is chosen to be the clean-up cap't. This responsibility means they're in charge of making sure all the areas are cleaned up. Importantly, the clean-up cap't gets to ding the chime, so everyone loves getting the job. This small change has made clean-up a much more pleasant process for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1773778505848,"projectUrl":"project/make-the-maker-space-a-great-place/10124434/","projectTitle":"Make the Maker Space a Great Place!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kastle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4638092_orig.jpg?crop=2000,2000,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757029229385","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskastle"},{"teacherId":9968635,"projectId":9946463,"letterContent":"I am so incredibly grateful for your generosity in funding our project for snacks. In my special education classroom for second and third graders, we often say that you can't teach a hungry brain and your support has made sure my students are fueled and ready to learn every single day.\r\n\r\nFor my students these snacks are much more than just a treat. Many of my learners have high sensory needs or specific medical requirements where consistent, predictable nutrition is the key to maintaining focus and emotional regulation. \r\n\r\nMy students reactions and gratitude to the snacks have helped navigate our classroom into a learning zone. Students don't feel fatigued, hungry or fogged from the nutrition they need especially when medical requirements are in place. I love seeing how much of a difference a snack can make.","fullyFundedDate":1770907288042,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-help-our-special-education-cla/9946463/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Help Our Special Education Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dubon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9968635_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765740852998","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9968635"},{"teacherId":4638092,"projectId":10114894,"letterContent":"I am so incredibly grateful for the opportunity this donation has given my Maker Space students. \r\n\r\nThe large 3D forms allows students to practice observational drawing while learning basic geometric concepts in real life. The forms also encourage them to try out shading, and shadows, so future drawing projects will come easier.\r\n\r\nLastly, the Teachers Pay Teachers gift card will grant me the gift of time, allowing me to prioritize my time with students instead of writing lesson plans from scratch. Created by teachers, these lessons with allow me to curate creative that demonstrate STEM concepts.","fullyFundedDate":1771966348397,"projectUrl":"project/art-projects-teach-stem-concepts/10114894/","projectTitle":"Art Projects Teach STEM Concepts!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kastle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4638092_orig.jpg?crop=2000,2000,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757029229385","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskastle"},{"teacherId":4638092,"projectId":10094859,"letterContent":"The Maker Space at Dayton's Bluff is now equipped with some basic tools to help teach fun art projects that center stem concepts.The students will thrilled to start creating with the materials. \r\n\r\nThe cardboard scissors gives them the ability to cut out any shape they can think of! Tools to create in three dimensions forces students to solve construction problems. Many times their project shifts based on how they decide fix the issues that come up, making some truly unique sculptures. It such a joy to see this process. Thank you for investing in our Maker Space!","fullyFundedDate":1771033489656,"projectUrl":"project/simple-tools-to-teach-complex-ideas/10094859/","projectTitle":"Simple Tools to Teach Complex Ideas!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kastle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4638092_orig.jpg?crop=2000,2000,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757029229385","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskastle"},{"teacherId":4638092,"projectId":10077985,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contribution. We are so thankful for supplies to make our Maker Space Great. I was able to label and hang up the new aprons right away. The first day they were up, one of our Fifth graders walked in and said \"Finally!\". Their reaction made me laugh, but having tools that fit our students is so important to showing them they are welcome here!\r\n\r\nWe also continuing our design lessons using the \"How to Build\" series of books as a guide. The students love thinking about hiw their school would look if they were in charge. Giving them stories and lessons that support that thinking, gives them a roadmap to becoming designers, architects, makers, and creators!","fullyFundedDate":1770647767896,"projectUrl":"project/make-the-maker-space-a-great-place/10077985/","projectTitle":"Make the Maker Space a Great Place!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kastle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4638092_orig.jpg?crop=2000,2000,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757029229385","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskastle"},{"teacherId":5502939,"projectId":9861809,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donations that allowed my students' favorite snacks to purchased for our classroom. When students first saw the first delivery of snacks, they got so excited. They could not believe that I told them more snacks were coming. Every day, students would excitedly come in and ask if more snacks had been delivered. \r\nThe snacks have helped my students so much with their energy and attention during the day. Students eat breakfast at 7:15, and then they get a morning snack before math class. When they return from specials a few hours later, they get another snack. I've noticed that students are able to sit longer on the carpet and listen to the lesson, as well as have longer stamina during work times. Students are able to take any snacks they don't finish with them to their tables to work. I've watched students work independently for a bit, stop and take a small snack break, and then go right back to working. \r\nStudents have commented to me many times on how helpful the snacks have been and they are so appreciative of your generosity. We will be looking to create another snack project in the future because we do go through the snacks very quickly!","fullyFundedDate":1764706849120,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-keep-us-going/9861809/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Keep Us Going!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kautt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5502939_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530582117953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5502939"},{"teacherId":6856851,"projectId":10017488,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project to help me get rechargeable tuners for our ukuleles. Currently I am tuning all of them a couple times a week during the time I have in the morning but I don't always get to all 30 ukuleles.\r\n\r\nI am slowly working on getting a full classroom set of these as they are a little more expensive but even with the eight that I got now I will be able to start teaching students how to tune their own instruments and it will still save a bunch of time! Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1770907281149,"projectUrl":"project/ukulele-tuners/10017488/","projectTitle":"Ukulele Tuners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palmatier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6856851_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x259,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597257535389","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6856851"},{"teacherId":6856851,"projectId":10014568,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations for my students to get more glockenspiels. I use glockenspiels more with my younger students since they are smaller but I don't have a full class set. That means that we have to share them and then get very little time actually playing with them. \r\n\r\nI am slowly making my way to a classroom set since they are expensive instruments to fund but with every new one I get closer and closer to being able to give every student their own instrument. We are getting close to playing glockenspiels so every new one helps!","fullyFundedDate":1770818453265,"projectUrl":"project/g-is-for-glockenspiel/10014568/","projectTitle":"G Is for Glockenspiel!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palmatier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6856851_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x259,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597257535389","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6856851"},{"teacherId":10415999,"projectId":10053859,"letterContent":"I am writing to share my heartfelt thanks for your generous contribution to our classroom. The arrival of our new sensory and focus-based materials has created a wonderful shift in our daily routine. These aren't just activities; they are essential tools that help my students navigate their emotions and energy levels throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWe have integrated these materials into our Restore and Reflect classroom, and the results have been inspiring. Your gift is helping my students find their calm, The Origami Activities & Yarn have been incredible for fine motor focus. The rhythmic nature of folding paper or working with yarn allows students to enter a \"flow state,\" quietening their minds as they concentrate on the task at hand. The Where's Waldo Books are a classroom favorite for visual grounding. When a student feels a \"big emotion\" coming on, focusing on the intricate details of a search-and-find book helps them step back and regain composure.The LCD Writing Tablets provide a silent, low-pressure outlet for students to doodle, write out their frustrations and erase, or simply draw patterns until they feel ready to rejoin the group. The Water Doodle Mat offers a unique, mess-free sensory experience. The cool touch of the water and the temporary nature of the art allow students to \"let go\" of their stress as the water evaporates.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students are learning that it is okay to need a moment to themselves. Instead of feeling stuck in a moment of frustration, they now have a menu of options to calm their bodies and reset their intentions. This transition allows them to return to their lessons with a cleared mind, ready to finish their school day strong and successful.\r\n\r\nThank you for providing the resources that make our classroom a more mindful, productive place to be.","fullyFundedDate":1769620683842,"projectUrl":"project/restore-and-reflect/10053859/","projectTitle":"Restore and Reflect","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Delaney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10415999"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_76130","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":301,"numTeachers":23,"percentFrplEligible":92,"percentAsian":28,"percentBlack":33,"percentWhite":11,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":12,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":73.6,"schoolId":76130,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Dayton's Bluff Achievement Plus Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Dayton's Bluff Achievement Plus Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/minnesota/saint-paul-public-schools/daytons-bluff-elementary-school/76130"}