{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sandstone Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":15.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2079106,"projectId":9563544,"letterContent":"I am writing this letter with so much gratitude to share the incredible impact of your generous contributions to our Donor's Choose project, \"Chapter Book Champions: Growing Second Grade Readers.\" Thanks to your support, our classroom library is now brimming with exciting and age-appropriate chapter books, including sets of favorites like The Magic Tree House and Mercy Watson. Before this project, many of our students hesitated to pick up books without pictures, but now I see a genuine shift. They are confidently choosing these new books during independent reading time, eager to dive into longer stories and track characters across multiple chapters. Watching them transition from picture books to these \"big kid\" chapter books has been a highlight of my year—you've given them the keys to a whole new level of reading independence!\r\n\r\nThis collection of books has not only boosted their reading stamina but has also significantly enhanced their comprehension and vocabulary. This engagement is directly translating into stronger classroom discussions and more detailed writing assignments. More importantly, you have helped foster a lifelong love of reading in a crucial year for literacy development. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in our second-grade class and for opening up a vibrant new world of stories for these bright, young learners. Every book you helped provide is now a treasured adventure!","fullyFundedDate":1755745047232,"projectUrl":"project/chapter-book-champions-growing-second-g/9563544/","projectTitle":"Chapter Book Champions: Growing Second Grade Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cox","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2079106_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522454012837","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2079106"},{"teacherId":8559888,"projectId":9540045,"letterContent":"The new supplies have truly brightened our classroom and our learning experiences! The colored markers and pencils have brought creativity to every project — students now take more pride in their work and love showing off their colorful ideas. The books have become instant favorites, sparking new interests and helping students grow as enthusiastic readers. And the stickers have added a simple but powerful touch of motivation — students light up when their effort and growth are recognized.\r\n\r\nThese materials have transformed our classroom into a more joyful, engaging, and encouraging space. Every day, I see students more invested in their learning, collaborating with excitement, and expressing themselves with confidence. Your generosity has made a lasting difference — thank you for helping us build a classroom filled with color, imagination, and joy!","fullyFundedDate":1755716244603,"projectUrl":"project/express-yourself/9540045/","projectTitle":"Express Yourself!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8559888_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663716272986","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8559888"},{"teacherId":8559888,"projectId":8638702,"letterContent":"I am writing to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation to our classroom. Your thoughtful gifts of noise-canceling headphones, pencil sharpeners, an electric pencil sharpener, skin-colored markers, and colored pencils are already making a positive impact on our students.\r\n\r\nThe noise-canceling headphones have been a game-changer, allowing students to focus in a more peaceful environment, free from distractions. The pencil sharpener and electric pencil sharpener have been incredibly useful in ensuring that our students always have well-sharpened tools to work with, helping them stay engaged and productive throughout the day.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the skin-colored markers and colored pencils have opened up new avenues for creativity, providing students with the opportunity to express themselves in ways that are both personal and meaningful.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is not only enhancing our classroom but also making a lasting impact on the lives of the students who benefit from your kindness. We are so grateful for your support, and I am confident that these supplies will be used to their fullest potential.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your incredible generosity. You are making a difference in the lives of these students, and we truly appreciate you.","fullyFundedDate":1733158281492,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-success/8638702/","projectTitle":"Tools For Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8559888_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663716272986","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8559888"},{"teacherId":1905758,"projectId":8845910,"letterContent":"Thank you for the donation of books to the school library. It's so important to have materials for all interest levels. These fiction and nonfiction diversity books have already been a huge hit among students and teachers. The 4th grade teachers are covering the regions of the United States. The 5 book set on each region has been a great resource for them to use. \r\n\r\nGraphic novels are such a hit right now. The book \"Frizzy\" has been hard to keep on the shelf since it's arrival. It's great to have books that represent different cultures in our country. \r\n\r\nMany of our children are loving the \"What Was\" book set. It's great to have historical books that are easy to read. These books give students an opportunity to learn about significant events in American history. \r\n\r\nAll of the books received will be well loved for years to come! I appreciate your contribution to our school library.","fullyFundedDate":1733345892882,"projectUrl":"project/diverse-books-for-our-library/8845910/","projectTitle":"Diverse Books for Our Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Helmbrecht","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1905758"},{"teacherId":2079106,"projectId":8640017,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generosity and support through DonorsChoose. The materials you've provided have made a profound impact on my kindergarten classroom, particularly with the addition of play-dough sets and lamination supplies. Play-dough is a crucial learning tool for young children, offering them hands-on opportunities to develop fine motor skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. It also encourages social interaction and cooperative play, fostering a sense of community and collaboration in our classroom. The students are more engaged, focused, and eager to participate in activities that involve play-dough, which enhances both their learning and their enjoyment of school.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the ability to laminate center items has been a game-changer for us. By preserving materials for continuous use, we can offer high-quality, durable resources for a variety of activities. The laminated items are not only more practical but also provide a consistent, accessible learning experience for all students. This means less time spent on replacing worn-out materials and more time dedicated to exploring new concepts and skills. Thanks to your support, my students are gaining valuable skills that will set them up for future success. Your thoughtful contribution has truly made a difference, and I cannot thank you enough for investing in our classroom and the future of these young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1731214264073,"projectUrl":"project/lets-start-fresh/8640017/","projectTitle":"Let's Start Fresh","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cox","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2079106_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522454012837","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2079106"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_45091","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":390,"numTeachers":24,"percentFrplEligible":37,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":69,"percentIndigenous":9,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":84.4,"schoolId":45091,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sandstone Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sandstone Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/montana/billings-school-district-2/sandstone-elementary-school/45091"}