{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Galata Elementary","outOfStateSupporters":0.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9694146,"projectId":9237634,"letterContent":"From One-Room Schoolhouse to Big Tech Dreams—Thank You! 🏫💻✨\r\n\r\nBecause of your support of this project, I was able to participate in professional development that directly strengthened how I use technology to teach, connect, and inspire my students. In our rural one-room schoolhouse, every minute matters and every tool counts—and now, thanks to you, I'm equipped with fresh strategies and confidence to integrate tech meaningfully into our daily learning.\r\n\r\nThe PD I attended helped me transform basic tech tools into bridges for creativity, communication, and collaboration. My students are now using programs like Canva and Seesaw to create digital storybooks, respond to prompts with voice recordings, and explore interactive maps during social studies. One of my most reserved learners lit up when she realized she could record her voice instead of writing a paragraph—finally feeling like her ideas mattered, even when the words felt too big. That's the kind of empowerment your gift made possible.\r\n\r\nIn a place where internet can be spotty and resources are limited, your donation helped me turn a rural classroom into a launchpad for 21st-century skills. From the heart of Montana, we send a big, pixelated THANK YOU! 💗📱📚","fullyFundedDate":1746786185862,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-rural-teachers-pd-for-the-he/9237634/","projectTitle":"Empowering Rural Teachers: PD for the Heart of Montana","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Case","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9694146_orig.jpg?crop=1290,1290,x0,y236&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759951941738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9694146"},{"teacherId":9694146,"projectId":9267466,"letterContent":"From Wiggles to Words: Thank You from Our One-Room Schoolhouse! 🧠💬💛\r\n\r\nBecause of your generous support, our classroom is calmer, cozier, and more connected than ever. With tools like sensory supports, weighted items, and SEL-friendly books, my students are finally able to wiggle and focus—at the same time! For many of my learners, especially those with neurodiverse needs, these materials have made all the difference in their ability to self-regulate and participate in reading lessons.\r\n\r\nBooks like A Little Spot of Anger, Breathe Like a Bear, and The Color Monster have opened up powerful conversations about emotional control, boundaries, and self-awareness. Reading time no longer feels rigid or stressful; it looks like students stretched out on the rug, fidgeting mindfully, hugging a weighted buddy, and diving into stories that help them name big feelings with little words. It's not just reading—it's healing.\r\n\r\nOne of my students with high sensory needs now begins his day by choosing a weighted item and a calming book from our new collection. He told me, \"This helps me be ready to learn.\" Another student who used to avoid group reading time now eagerly brings her favorite Spot book to share with the class, beaming with pride. Watching these kids find both comfort and confidence in our reading routine has been beyond rewarding—and it's all thanks to you.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our wiggle-loving hearts: thank you for seeing the need and meeting it with such kindness. 💗📚🧸","fullyFundedDate":1746786237501,"projectUrl":"project/wiggles-words-weighted-hugs/9267466/","projectTitle":"Wiggles, Words & Weighted Hugs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Case","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9694146_orig.jpg?crop=1290,1290,x0,y236&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759951941738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9694146"},{"teacherId":9694146,"projectId":9226921,"letterContent":"Thank You from Mrs. Case's Classroom 📚🖤\r\n\r\nTiny hands are turning pages, but the stories? Oh, they're huge. Thanks to your generous support of our Tiny Hands, Big Stories project, my students now have access to a cozy, inviting reading space filled with Indigenous and social-emotional learning (SEL) books that reflect their world—and expand it.\r\n\r\nIn our one-room schoolhouse tucked in rural Montana, reading time has transformed into a daily ritual of connection. Students are not just learning to read—they're learning to understand themselves and each other. With texts like Fry Bread, We Are Water Protectors, and The Rabbit Listened, we've opened doors to conversations about heritage, emotions, empathy, and resilience. Even our youngest readers are practicing identifying feelings, while older students are making connections between cultural values and their own lives. It's magic—but it's also literacy, social studies, and character development all rolled into one.\r\n\r\nOne of my first graders, who struggles with big emotions, has latched onto The Invisible Boy. Now, he quietly reads it during his breaks and recently told a classmate, \"I used to feel like him. Now I know how to make people feel seen.\" That's the power of story. Another student from an Indigenous background proudly pointed to Jingle Dancer and said, \"That's like my auntie.\" These books aren't just lessons—they're mirrors and windows.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our reading nook isn't just a corner of the classroom. It's a safe haven, a launchpad for big dreams, and a place where little voices feel heard. Thank you for making that possible. 💛✨","fullyFundedDate":1746786265601,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-hands-big-stories/9226921/","projectTitle":"Tiny Hands, Big Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Case","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9694146_orig.jpg?crop=1290,1290,x0,y236&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759951941738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9694146"},{"teacherId":9694146,"projectId":9224662,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has transformed into a cozy hub of curiosity and imagination! 📚✨ The new books have opened doors for my students—not just to new stories, but to deeper thinking, richer discussions, and stronger reading skills.\r\n\r\nIn our one-room schoolhouse, reading time is a treasured part of our day. Students gather together to listen, share ideas, and build confidence as readers, each at their own level. The new texts have helped me introduce skills like making predictions, identifying key details, and understanding story structure in a way that's engaging and accessible for all ages.\r\n\r\nOne of my kindergartners, who used to be reluctant to join read-alouds, now begs for \"just one more page!\" Another student, who has struggled with reading fluency, found a favorite book among the bunch and has proudly read it aloud multiple times. The excitement these books have brought into our little classroom is truly magical.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, reading is no longer just a subject—it's an adventure we take together every day. Thank you for putting these stories into my students' hands and for believing in the power of books. 💕📖","fullyFundedDate":1743824220786,"projectUrl":"project/big-sky-stem-sparking-innovation-in-our/9224662/","projectTitle":"Big Sky STEM: Sparking Innovation in Our One-Room Schoolhouse","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Case","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9694146_orig.jpg?crop=1290,1290,x0,y236&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759951941738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9694146"},{"teacherId":9694146,"projectId":8683868,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our classroom has been transformed into a space where Montana's Indigenous history and culture come alive through powerful storytelling and rich, meaningful texts. These books have opened doors for my students—not only to understand the past but to connect with present-day Indigenous voices in ways that are engaging, respectful, and age-appropriate. We've been using the texts to practice essential reading skills such as identifying main ideas, making inferences, understanding character perspective, and drawing connections between historical and modern-day experiences. These books go beyond basic comprehension—they invite deep discussions and spark curiosity in every corner of the room.\r\n\r\nReading time in our classroom is one of the most vibrant parts of our day. Students gather in a cozy space to read aloud, share ideas, and dive into conversations about identity, community, and justice. Clara, one of our youngest learners, now insists on reading \"the books with real stories\" during her independent time. Makenna, our first grader, recently led a group discussion about how different cultures honor the land—and she tied it back to what she learned from our Indigenous texts. It's incredible to see these young minds engage so thoughtfully. You've helped us foster not just readers, but thoughtful, compassionate learners who are growing into culturally aware citizens.\r\n\r\nThank you again for empowering our classroom and helping us honor the diverse voices that shape our Montana story.","fullyFundedDate":1726279395096,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-with-montanas-indig/8683868/","projectTitle":"Empowering Students With Montana's Indigenous History and Culture","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Case","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9694146_orig.jpg?crop=1290,1290,x0,y236&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759951941738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9694146"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_78756","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1,"numTeachers":1,"percentFrplEligible":11,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":100,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":0,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"1.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":100.0,"schoolId":78756,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Galata Elementary on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Galata Elementary","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/montana/galata-school-district-21/galata-elementary-school/78756"}