{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Lawn Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":44.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9665505,"projectId":10329658,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding stools for our intervention table! These stools will make our small-group learning space more comfortable, welcoming, and functional for our students. It will also make it more fun! Students are always very excited to be able to use something different!\r\n\r\nOur intervention table is where students receive extra support, practice important skills, and build confidence in their learning. Your generous donation helped create a space where students can feel comfortable, focused, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for your support for our classroom and our students!","fullyFundedDate":1786972591655,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-flexible-minds/10329658/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating, Flexible Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9665505_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745344079067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9665505"},{"teacherId":8440010,"projectId":10221347,"letterContent":"With all the materials you have helped supply my room with, we have been able to have a great start to the year! The class materials have helped students feel excited to start our core curriculum this coming week. With the care closet restock, students have been able to feel and look ready for each day. I also have had parents contact me expressing their gratitude for all the amazing items we have been able to access for students. I can not express enough how thankful I am each time we receive a funded project! We did a whole class unboxing to start the year and the students (and myself) were so thrilled with each opened box! From the bottom of my heart, and my 20 kiddos, we thank you for all the support!","fullyFundedDate":1778535441611,"projectUrl":"project/mission-2nd-grade/10221347/","projectTitle":"Mission: 2nd Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Scheideler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8440010_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683483628429","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8440010"},{"teacherId":9665505,"projectId":10023459,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring the gift of knowledge to life! These books are perfect to wrap and send off with my students when they leave me tomorrow! Their love of learning and reading will surely continue throughout the summer and into their next year. \r\n\r\nWith your generosity, this will allow me to store the extra books to be used and sent off with my next group of students next year, and the year to follow. The tradition of me giving them a book as a parting gift is kept alive, thanks to you! \r\n\r\nMany thanks to you donors, as you help keep the extra things we do for our students alive!","fullyFundedDate":1778521516312,"projectUrl":"project/the-gift-of-knowledge/10023459/","projectTitle":"The Gift of Knowledge","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9665505_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745344079067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9665505"},{"teacherId":9665505,"projectId":10056170,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring this project to life! Due to one item not being available, I was able to pick replacement items for a cheaper version of that original and pick out more ways for the kids to practice their math!\r\nThe flashcards, bingo, multiple warp ups, and the multiplication whiteboards will help my student and my future students master their fact fluency with ease! These various ways to practice will help give their brain the variety that they crave!\r\nThe replacement items of the color by numbers and lamination pouches will allow me to make more fun math related crafts to provide them with even more variety!\r\nDonors like you help make our dreams in the classroom come true! Thank you for your support and your thoughtfulness in bringing this project to life!","fullyFundedDate":1776094901724,"projectUrl":"project/multiplication-madness/10056170/","projectTitle":"Multiplication Madness!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9665505_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745344079067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9665505"},{"teacherId":8630103,"projectId":10055684,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation. We have used our inside recess activities quite a bit and absolutely love the variety of activities that can be used. This has allowed my students not only to have fun games in the classroom during inside recess, but it has also taught them how to work together and show sportsmanship. Which is great life lessons for them to learn. They will carry that with them for the rest of their lives and not just in 3rd grade. We are so grateful for these donations and your willingness to donate to our class!","fullyFundedDate":1772665064345,"projectUrl":"project/freezing-temps-equal-inside-recess/10055684/","projectTitle":"Freezing Temps Equal Inside Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Myers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8630103_orig.jpg?crop=1424,1424,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662672129072","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8630103"},{"teacherId":8807905,"projectId":10009788,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom snack project. Because of your generosity, my students now have consistent access to snacks throughout the day, which has made a huge difference in our classroom environment. We use these snacks during our morning and afternoon work times, especially when students begin to lose energy or focus. Having something small to eat helps them stay engaged, regulated, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, my students were so excited and incredibly grateful. Many of them immediately noticed the variety and felt special knowing that people cared enough to support them. It created a sense of comfort and community in our classroom that you could truly feel.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stood out was during a challenging academic block—students who would normally struggle to stay focused were able to sit longer, participate more, and complete their work. It may seem like a small thing, but it has had a big impact on both behavior and learning.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these snacks to support our daily routines and learning activities. Having this resource allows me to focus more on teaching and less on students' basic needs, which helps everyone succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1769177604204,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-little-learners-snacks-for-focu/10009788/","projectTitle":"Fueling Little Learners: Snacks for Focus and Regulation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8807905_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691526276465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8807905"},{"teacherId":352771,"projectId":9954636,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support in replenishing our playground equipment. Our current recess supplies are worn out or missing, and these new items are necessary to ensure students have a productive and active break. By providing basketballs, soccer balls, kickballs, and hula hoops, you are giving our students the essential tools they need for physical exercise and peer collaboration during their daily downtime.\r\n\r\nThe immediate impact of this project will be a more organized and functional playground environment. These supplies allow students to engage in structured teamwork and creative play, which helps develop problem-solving skills and healthy habits. Your contribution ensures that our students have access to durable equipment that supports their physical development and social interaction every day.","fullyFundedDate":1773170916118,"projectUrl":"project/recess-ready-building-active-play-for-o/9954636/","projectTitle":"Recess Ready: Building Active Play for Our Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Myers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp352771_orig.jpg?crop=340,340,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668187574672","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/352771"},{"teacherId":352771,"projectId":9963439,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in funding our classroom Cricut and supplies. My students thrive with hands-on, visually engaging lessons, and these tools are essential for creating the high-quality materials they need. This equipment will allow me to quickly produce and personalize resources that support our diverse learners and make complex concepts more accessible.\r\n\r\nWith the cutting mats, cardstock, and lamination sheets, I can now create durable, reusable activities for reading and math centers. These materials will be used for everything from interactive learning games to instructional visual aids and classroom organization. By having the ability to create and protect these resources, I can ensure my students have consistent, professional-grade tools to practice their skills and build academic confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1773170916754,"projectUrl":"project/creating-learning-and-lasting-memories/9963439/","projectTitle":"Creating, Learning, and Lasting Memories with a Cricut","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Myers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp352771_orig.jpg?crop=340,340,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668187574672","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/352771"},{"teacherId":352771,"projectId":9892014,"letterContent":"I am truly overwhelmed by your generosity and support for our young artists! Our art club is a vibrant community of creative and passionate students who find immense joy in expressing themselves through color and design. For many of these students, our club is their primary access to high-quality art materials, and your donation ensures that their imagination is never limited by a lack of supplies. By providing these tools, you are giving them a safe, inspiring space to collaborate, explore, and let their creativity shine with confidence.\r\n\r\nThese materials will be a complete game-changer for our upcoming projects and community displays. The paint markers will allow students to add vivid, precise details to their work, while the wood cutouts offer a unique way to explore new textures and dimensions. Perhaps most excitingly, the canvases will provide our students with a professional surface to create lasting masterpieces they can truly be proud of. Thank you for investing in their talent and for helping us showcase the incredible artistic spirit of our club to the entire community!","fullyFundedDate":1772662008941,"projectUrl":"project/color-our-creativity-art-club-canvas-cr/9892014/","projectTitle":"Color Our Creativity: Art Club Canvas Creations!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Myers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp352771_orig.jpg?crop=340,340,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668187574672","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/352771"},{"teacherId":352771,"projectId":9891959,"letterContent":"I am overwhelmed by your generosity and cannot thank you enough for investing in my students! My classroom is filled with energetic, curious, and eager learners who come to school every day ready to take on new challenges. They take immense pride in their work and truly thrive in an environment that feels bright, organized, and creative. By providing us with these essential supplies, you are giving my students the confidence and tools they need to feel successful and empowered in their daily learning.\r\n\r\nThese materials will be put to use immediately to create a more hands-on and organized experience for every child. The pens and Sharpies will bring our anchor charts to life, while the cardstock and laminating pouches will allow us to create durable learning centers and flashcards that last all year. Furthermore, the new folders will help my students develop independence and responsibility as they manage their own assignments and reading logs. Thank you for helping me create an engaging space where my students can truly shine!","fullyFundedDate":1769177604332,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-our-classroom-organized-and-crea/9891959/","projectTitle":"Keeping Our Classroom Organized and Creative!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Myers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp352771_orig.jpg?crop=340,340,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668187574672","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/352771"},{"teacherId":6584337,"projectId":9254929,"letterContent":"Your donation has made the flow of my classroom so much smoother and easier. Having and organized room and procedures helps so that we can maximize our learning time and it's not spent on finding things and wasting time. My kids liked having other places to store their items in the drawers leaving their desk more space to keep their supplies. \r\nThe mailbox has been amazing to have. It is so sturdy and has enough spots for different size classes for the future as well. It makes it easier to pass out papers to the kids and they don't get lost in their other things! \r\nThe tubs have been so nice as well to hold recess activities, class supplies and many more things. Again an organized classroom just flows better, leaving time for me to teach and handle whatever situations arise!","fullyFundedDate":1746787155252,"projectUrl":"project/the-power-of-organization/9254929/","projectTitle":"The Power of Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crear","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6584337_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723079696462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6584337"},{"teacherId":9665505,"projectId":10001788,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping make this indoor recess dream come true! With your help, I was able to replace some of our older games that had missing pieces or broken pieces. The kids were extra excited for the GIANT Uno and the Super Mario game of Life. So far, those have been the two biggest hits during indoor recess. These items will be used, loved, and treasured during our cold winter months in Nebraska! \r\nThe variety of activities that you have helped us provide gives us many more options of activities to build our social skills with each other during our indoor recess times. I will continue to make the very conscious decision of not allowing kids on their computers, allowing them to build their social skills with games with others.\r\nMany, Many Thanks!","fullyFundedDate":1769177604066,"projectUrl":"project/low-tech-indoor-recess/10001788/","projectTitle":"Low-Tech Indoor Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9665505_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745344079067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9665505"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_79193","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":299,"numTeachers":22,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":28,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":67,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":55.7,"schoolId":79193,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about West Lawn Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"West Lawn Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nebraska/grand-island-public-schools/west-lawn-elementary-school/79193"}