{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Chief Charlo Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":25.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3471511,"projectId":10229957,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our preschool classroom! Your generosity brought excitement and joy to our students the moment they saw the new activity books, coloring books, journals, and slime materials. Many of the children immediately wanted to explore the pages, talk about the pictures, and share their ideas with their classmates.\r\n\r\n We have been using the activity books and journals during small-group learning times to build early literacy, fine motor, and pre-writing skills. One special moment occurred when students used their journals to draw and tell stories about their favorite animals. They were so proud to share their work with their friends and teachers.\r\n\r\n The slime and Everfoam materials have become valuable hands-on learning tools. Students use them to strengthen finger muscles needed for writing while also exploring textures, colors, and creative expression. The sensory experiences encourage conversation, problem-solving, and cooperation as children work together.\r\n\r\n Our students were thrilled when they first saw the materials. Their excitement was contagious, and they couldn't wait to begin using them. The new resources have helped make learning engaging, interactive, and fun.\r\n\r\n As we finish the school year and prepare for kindergarten, students will continue using the journals and activity books to practice early writing, drawing, and expressing their ideas. These experiences are helping build confidence and independence while preparing them for their next educational adventure.\r\n\r\n Thank you for investing in our young learners. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1778177160920,"projectUrl":"project/emotional-playtime-bundle/10229957/","projectTitle":"Emotional Playtime Bundle","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Becky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3471511_orig.jpg?crop=2017,2017,x0,y174&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690584955767","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/behell78"},{"teacherId":9737468,"projectId":9696334,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our STEM shelf! The addition of blocks, puzzles, and magnetic building tools has already made a meaningful impact in our classroom. Students are using these materials daily during both structured activities and free exploration time. They have experimented with balance, symmetry, problem-solving, and cooperation.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate and contagious. There were wide eyes, huge smiles, and lots of eager questions. Many students who are typically more reserved became fully engaged, confidently sharing ideas and collaborating with peers. The hands-on nature of these tools has created opportunities for all learners to shine, especially those who thrive through building and visual problem-solving.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue to use these resources to deepen their understanding of STEM concepts through guided challenges and open-ended exploration. Your support has not only provided tools but also sparked curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning that will continue to grow. Thank you for helping make this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1766536233735,"projectUrl":"project/a-shelf-to-stem-exploration/9696334/","projectTitle":"A Shelf to STEM Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9737468_orig.png?crop=202,202,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725830224749","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9737468"},{"teacherId":3471511,"projectId":9967386,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing the Emotions Aquarium Educator's Kit by Diane Alber — our students have been using the new resources during morning meetings to name and discuss feelings, and one group created a classroom \"emotion chart\" after practicing the kit's activities that helped a shy student share how they were feeling for the first time. \r\n\r\n When the materials arrived, the children were excited to explore the colorful cards and role-play scenarios; their immediate curiosity quickly grew into thoughtful conversations about empathy, compassion, and kindness as they practiced responding to different emotions. The kit's lessons are helping students learn how to manage overwhelming feelings and develop a more positive self-image, which we already see reflected in kinder interactions during play and group work. \r\n\r\n Next, we'll use the kit to guide a longer unit where students create empathy journals, lead peer-support circles, and apply strategies from the activities during challenging moments — all steps that will build self-awareness, self-regulation, and social skills to support their learning throughout the","fullyFundedDate":1766536232738,"projectUrl":"project/aquarium-of-emotions/9967386/","projectTitle":"Aquarium of Emotions","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Becky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3471511_orig.jpg?crop=2017,2017,x0,y174&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690584955767","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/behell78"},{"teacherId":3471511,"projectId":9655562,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring financial literacy into our preschool classroom — your support made it possible for us to add engaging, hands-on materials like double-sided magnetic money, learning mats, storybooks, and activity sets that match how our youngest learners explore new ideas. We used the magnetic money, Power Pen cards, and money activity set during small-group centers where children practiced counting coins, matched coin values on the mats, and built simple pretend \"stores.\" In one memorable moment, a child carefully counted out coins to buy a play apple, handed them to a classmate playing cashier, and lit up when the class clapped — that proud smile showed how meaningful and empowering these tools are. When we first opened the storybooks and activity mats, the children gathered on the rug with bright, curious faces and lots of questions; they immediately connected the stories about saving and wants versus needs to things in their own lives and kept returning to the centers to practice what they'd learned.\r\n\r\nGoing forward, we'll build on this excitement by launching a classroom \"saving jar\" project and a simple pretend store where students take turns being shoppers and cashiers to reinforce counting, sharing, and making choices. We'll use the Scholastic learning mats and Teacher Created Resources Power Pen Cards for targeted mini-lessons that focus on identifying coins, understanding value, and practicing one-to-one counting. Over the coming weeks we'll document each child's growing confidence with counting, role-play, and decision-making — for example, noticing when children choose to save pretend money instead of spending it right away. These materials also let us introduce gentle conversations about donating and helping others in ways that are playful and appropriate for preschoolers. We are deeply grateful for your generosity — you've given our students a joyful, hands-on start toward understanding money and making thoughtful choices, and your gift will support their learning all year","fullyFundedDate":1758817918727,"projectUrl":"project/money-munchkins/9655562/","projectTitle":"Money Munchkins","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Becky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3471511_orig.jpg?crop=2017,2017,x0,y174&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690584955767","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/behell78"},{"teacherId":3471511,"projectId":9594602,"letterContent":"Thank you for the Animals Up Close puzzle set. My preschoolers use it during science time and in small groups. The big photos help them look closely and talk about animals. They learn new words like fur, scales, beak, and camouflage. On the first day, they gathered around the table, leaned in, and pointed at the pictures. They asked questions and shared what they saw.\r\n\r\nNext, we will use the puzzles in a short class project. Children will sort pieces by feature (fur, scales, beaks), look at simple books, and make a tiny animal book with a picture and one sentence. We'll invite families to a small gallery walk to see what the children know. With more time, we hope to add magnifying tools and small dioramas so everyone can keep exploring animals up close.","fullyFundedDate":1757796872838,"projectUrl":"project/puzzle-pathway-to-learning/9594602/","projectTitle":"Puzzle Pathway to Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Becky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3471511_orig.jpg?crop=2017,2017,x0,y174&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690584955767","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/behell78"},{"teacherId":3471511,"projectId":9685220,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in bringing three early-learning STEM kits to our preschool: STEM Science Station - Magnets, STEM Science Station - Sink or Float, and Building Brick STEM Challenge Kit (Pre-K–Grade 2). These resources are enriching our Pre-K classroom with hands-on exploration of magnets, buoyancy, and simple engineering. In a recent station rotation, students predicted outcomes, tested ideas, and explained their thinking in quick, collaborative discussions.\r\n\r\nNext steps: students will continue with a simple cross-station project to design a buoyant boat using the Sink or Float and Building Brick kits, then adjust designs for stability. They'll record observations with photos or drawings and share a brief \"What I learned\" with the class. We'll keep you posted with short updates and photos as the project progresses.","fullyFundedDate":1757503419793,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-stem-kits/9685220/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds STEM Kits","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Becky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3471511_orig.jpg?crop=2017,2017,x0,y174&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690584955767","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/behell78"},{"teacherId":3471511,"projectId":9488202,"letterContent":"I hope this note finds you well! I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution of a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card to our preschool classroom. Your support has made a significant impact on our students' learning experiences, and I am excited to share how it has transformed our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nWith the resources I've been able to access through TPT, our students are now engaging with interactive lesson plans and hands-on activities that truly ignite their curiosity. The technology we've integrated into our lessons has opened up new avenues for exploration, allowing the children to connect with concepts in ways that are both fun and meaningful. For instance, we recently introduced a digital storytelling tool that has captivated their imaginations. Watching them create their own stories and share them with their peers has been a joy to behold!\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting aspects of this new technology is how it caters to the diverse learning styles of our students. For example, I've noticed that a few of my quieter students, who may have struggled to express themselves verbally, have really warmed to the digital platforms. They are now able to communicate their ideas through visuals and sounds, which has boosted their confidence and engagement in the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only provided us with essential resources but has also fostered a love for learning that I see blossoming in each child. Thank you for believing in our mission and for helping us create a vibrant and enriching learning environment. Your support truly makes a difference in the lives of our young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1754335312134,"projectUrl":"project/the-teaching-treasure-trove/9488202/","projectTitle":"The Teaching Treasure Trove","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Becky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3471511_orig.jpg?crop=2017,2017,x0,y174&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690584955767","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/behell78"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_62558","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":414,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":40,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":83,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":5,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":74.7,"schoolId":62558,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Chief Charlo Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Chief Charlo Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/montana/missoula-county-public-school-district-1/chief-charlo-elementary-school/62558"}