{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Montana School for Deaf & Blind","outOfStateSupporters":44.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9734110,"projectId":9884022,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our dance team now has pom-poms in two new colors that we were able to use throughout basketball season. They brought so much extra energy and school spirit to our performances, and the dancers were thrilled to use them.\r\n\r\nYour donation also relieved the stress of students needing to fundraise for additional gear or pay out of pocket, which can be a financial hardship for many families. We are so grateful for your support and for helping our students represent our school with pride. 💙","fullyFundedDate":1762925151173,"projectUrl":"project/pom-poms-for-school-spirit/9884022/","projectTitle":"Pom Poms for School Spirit","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wasson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9734110_orig.jpg?crop=597,597,x280,y93&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725643943066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9734110"},{"teacherId":10365492,"projectId":9938465,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our recent event at the museum and carousel. Because of your donations, we were able to provide books and activities that created a welcoming and inclusive space for our students and their families.\r\n\r\nThe resources you helped provide allowed our deaf and hard of hearing students to see themselves represented and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. It was wonderful to watch families connect with one another, share their stories, and build relationships with others who understand their experiences.\r\n\r\nMoments like these are incredibly meaningful. Your support helped create an environment where students felt seen, families felt supported, and our community grew stronger.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and for believing in the importance of bringing families together. Thank you for helping make this event such a positive and memorable experience for everyone involved.","fullyFundedDate":1766462197787,"projectUrl":"project/snowman-unit-followed-by-a-night-at-th/9938465/","projectTitle":"Snowman Unit Followed by a \"night\" at the Museum!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fisher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10365492_orig.jpg?crop=1900,1901,x0,y50&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764636422481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10365492"},{"teacherId":7974497,"projectId":9716496,"letterContent":"My students were beyond excited when our new materials arrived! The ring light with the stand and the new whiteboard have already made a huge difference in our News class. The ring light helps improve our video quality so our student anchors are clearly visible when signing, and it gives them that extra boost of confidence when they're on camera. The whiteboard has been incredibly useful for planning scripts, organizing segments, and mapping out our broadcast schedule as a team.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw everything set up, they were eager to jump right in and start creating. It truly elevated their sense of professionalism and ownership of the class. Next, we're continuing to build our student-led news segments by improving script organization, visual clarity, and production quality. These resources are helping our students strengthen their communication skills, teamwork, and creativity in meaningful ways. We are so grateful for the support that made this possible—thank you for investing in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1758384907498,"projectUrl":"project/making-math-hands-on-for-5th-graders/9716496/","projectTitle":"Making Math Hands-On for 5th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Donovan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7974497_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y91&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757963927475","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7974497"},{"teacherId":10258458,"projectId":9870527,"letterContent":"Creating an accessible classroom library for my DHH 5th graders is about so much more than just putting books on shelves; it's about creating a visual and physical environment where they feel seen and comfortable. By incorporating forward-facing bookshelves and multi-tier storage units, we've made the library \"browseable\" in a way that prioritizes visual labels and cover art. It also allows deaf and hard of hearing students who use sign language to communicate in an open and well-lit environment. This is crucial for my students, as it allows them to navigate their reading choices and quickly identify titles that spark their interest. The addition of the washable comfy floor seats has defined this space as a tactile area—a quiet, dedicated zone where they can focus on their books without the visual distractions of the main classroom.\r\n\r\nThe collection itself was curated to act as both a mirror and a window for their unique experiences. Including titles like Proud to be Deaf, The William Hoy Story, and C.I. Quest provides my students with essential representation, showing them successful Deaf individuals and relatable stories about cochlear implants and being deaf or hard of hearing. When I read the C.I. quest with a student, she was so happy to see a character who, like her, had cochlear implants. We've bridged the gap to other classics and popular series like The Hunger Games and Percy Jackson. This mix ensures that while they are building their \"Deaf Identity,\" they are also engaging with the same high-interest literature as their hearing peers, all within a space designed specifically for their physical and emotional comfort.","fullyFundedDate":1764718889794,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-corner-for-literacy-building-an/9870527/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Corner for Literacy: Building an Accessible Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prefontaine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10258458_orig.jpg?crop=935,935,x33,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757694841864","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10258458"},{"teacherId":10258458,"projectId":9870160,"letterContent":"Looking at our classroom right now, you can truly see the journey my 5th graders have taken from the flat world of 2D art into the tactile realm of 3D design. We began by creating various art projects in 2D, such as colorful dessert drawings, then using Model Magic clay and other materials to create 3D versions of our work. For my DHH students, visual and tactile feedback is everything; they've been exploring how to blend pigments to create the illusion of depth on a flat surface, using texture tools to scrape and layer the pastels in ways that make the art practically \"pop\" off the panel. Seeing them realize that art doesn't just have to look a certain way, but can feel a certain way, was a huge lightbulb moment for the class.\r\n\r\nThe paintbrush stands also allowed students to help organize and take responsibility for our classroom materials. I was proud to see students cleaning their paintbrushes and placing them in the stands to dry, instead of leaving them dirty after working on a project. \r\n\r\nThe real magic happened when we challenged the students to take those 2D concepts and build upward. Using jumbo craft sticks and pipe cleaners they transitioned into building their art, learning how to manipulate lines into forms. For our deaf and hard of hearing students, these hands-on materials provide a spatial understanding of \"volume\" and \"form\" that a textbook simply can't capture. Throughout these projects, they've learned that art is a multi-dimensional language—one that allows them to express their creativity with confidence and precision.","fullyFundedDate":1764718891242,"projectUrl":"project/3d-art-for-elementary-students/9870160/","projectTitle":"3D Art for Elementary Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prefontaine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10258458_orig.jpg?crop=935,935,x33,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757694841864","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10258458"},{"teacherId":9381141,"projectId":9821006,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our fifth grade science classroom through Donors Choose. Because of your kindness, we now have three new microscopes that are already transforming the way my students experience science.\r\n\r\nInstead of simply reading about cells, microorganisms, and plant structures, my students can now observe them firsthand. There is something incredibly powerful about watching a child adjust the focus and suddenly exclaim, \"I see it!\" That moment of discovery builds curiosity, confidence, and a deeper understanding of scientific concepts.\r\n\r\nYour donation is doing more than providing equipment — it is giving students hands-on opportunities to think critically, ask questions, and engage in authentic scientific investigation. These microscopes will be used for years to come, impacting many groups of young scientists.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and in the future of science learning. Your generosity truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1764718891025,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-science-to-life-for-deaf-and-ha/9821006/","projectTitle":"Bringing Science to Life for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Warren","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9381141_orig.jpg?crop=637,637,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757970196803","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9381141"},{"teacherId":1634512,"projectId":9860980,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of a light table and light table materials to our classroom. In a learning environment, some tools simply spark a different kind of curiosity, and this station has quickly become a focal point of wonder for my students. Your support has provided us with more than just equipment; you've given us a dedicated space for sensory exploration and discovery.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this gift extends far beyond the surface of the table. These materials are helping my students develop essential fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and an early understanding of optics and color theory through hands-on play. By providing these high-quality resources, you have created an inclusive environment where children of all learning styles can thrive and engage with the curriculum in a tactile, meaningful way. Thank you for investing in our classroom and for being such a vital part of our students' educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1764718891425,"projectUrl":"project/a-motivating-light-table/9860980/","projectTitle":"A Motivating Light Table","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jarvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1634512_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646331652280","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1634512"},{"teacherId":7137013,"projectId":9672576,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project for my classes. It will continue to offer sensory exploration for students for many years!\r\nThis project was great fun to watch unfold as students played and learned with the sensory materials. Students learned about different musical instruments and noise makers, which was a great activity to teach students about working together and joining a group. \r\nStudents have also started exploration of different types of blocks, including Legos, magnetic tiles, and other types of blocks as well.","fullyFundedDate":1764718891745,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-learning/9672576/","projectTitle":"Sensory Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-barr-msdb"},{"teacherId":7137013,"projectId":9858310,"letterContent":"Students were very selective and sincere in the way they picked items and in the way they decided how to organize the materials for students to use. They picked out extra storage bins we had in the classroom, packed the bins, placed them on a cart and we transported them across campus to the designated space. Students were eager to arrange them in a specific way and were excited for items to be used to meet the sensory needs of students. STEM students discussed the ways different supplies would be good for different students or if students were feeling a particular way. Their kindness during this project was lovely!","fullyFundedDate":1764882931529,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-sensory/9858310/","projectTitle":"Kindness & Sensory","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-barr-msdb"},{"teacherId":9381141,"projectId":9754448,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of dinnerware, flatware, and beautiful table settings for our fifth graders. Your support transformed our classroom into a welcoming space where students could learn how to properly set a table, practice polite dinner conversation, and enjoy a meal together.\r\n\r\nThe placemats, cloth napkins, flatware, and thoughtful details made the experience feel special and meaningful. Our students take great pride in setting the tables correctly and are excited to demonstrate respectful manners and engage in positive, polite conversation with one another. For my students, this is a new and valuable learning experience that extends far beyond academics.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students are able to slow down, connect with one another, and build important life skills in a memorable and joyful way. Thank you for helping make this learning experience possible—we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1762178064303,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-at-the-table/9754448/","projectTitle":"A Place at the Table","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Warren","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9381141_orig.jpg?crop=637,637,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757970196803","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9381141"},{"teacherId":10172021,"projectId":9724102,"letterContent":"I would like to express my gratitude to you in giving our classroom a boost in creativity. The toys that we were able to get have been a huge spark to their curiosity, imagination, and creation of new ideas. They are also the favorite of all the toys (and we have had them now for 2 months and they are still obsessed!). This is all because of your kindness.\r\n\r\nThe rainbow foam blocks have been a staple of creation. So far, we have built \"chairs\", \"buildings\", \"ramps\", and even \"intersections\". This has lead to good sharing skills and developing language skills in our DHH students. To see their minds expand and grow through play is the reason we preschool teacher exist; to facilitate play. You have helped me do that for my students. \r\n\r\nThe play dough items have also helped us connect to the theme each month and have tactile ways of making new creations with their curiosity and imagination. These items have also helped support their conversation skills with sharing, asking, waiting patiently for items and giving items back when you are finished. All things that weren't possible without your support in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe are forever grateful for your support in our DHH classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1764718890808,"projectUrl":"project/imagination-exploration-for-preschool/9724102/","projectTitle":"Imagination Exploration for Preschool","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10172021_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758486480375","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jillian-young"},{"teacherId":9381141,"projectId":9722547,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom. The donated reading comprehension games have had a powerful impact on my fifth-grade students. They provide meaningful skill-building practice that helps students strengthen focus, comprehension, and confidence as readers. The activities are engaging and structured, making them especially effective when a substitute teacher is present, because students are able to work independently while still practicing critical reading skills. I can clearly see my students' comprehension and stamina improving, and their ability to stay focused during reading time has grown significantly. These resources have become an essential part of our literacy instruction.\r\n\r\nThe students asked that I thank you for them, as well. They enjoy the games. The game boards themselves are colorful and have creative backgrounds. These games are a win-win for all of us.","fullyFundedDate":1758384905630,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-strengthening-5th-grade-reading/9722547/","projectTitle":"Game On! 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