{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cuba - Rushford Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9043079,"projectId":9759616,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project to create a calming, sensory-friendly school environment. Your contribution is already making a meaningful difference for our students.\r\n\r\nFlexible seating adaptations, including the rocking chairs, wobble cushions, and weighted lap pads, are helping students regulate their bodies and remain engaged during seated activities such as circle time and group instruction. The swivel chair has quickly become a student favorite and is used both as positive reinforcement and as a sensory break for students who need additional input in order to refocus on seated tasks. The weighted lap pads have been especially beneficial, as they provide calming sensory input without the added heat associated with weighted blankets or weighted stuffed animals.\r\n\r\nFor students with significant sensory needs, including those with PICA, chew necklaces are offering a safe and appropriate outlet for oral sensory seeking. Having a variety of chew types available has been particularly helpful, as some students require thicker, more durable options while others benefit from more flexible chews that provide the specific input they are seeking.\r\n\r\nStudents have enjoyed the sensory fidgets even more than anticipated, and these tools have helped them remain engaged during times when waiting is required, such as after finishing lunch or during our school Christmas concert. I have observed notable improvements in two students in particular—one who previously struggled with screaming while waiting, and another who experiences anxiety during transitions to unfamiliar locations. The fidgets have provided both students with a calming distraction, allowing them to remain in environments they typically find challenging.\r\n\r\nYour support helps us meet our students where they are and provide an environment in which they feel safe, calm, and ready to learn. We truly believe that a regulated student is better able to follow directions, participate meaningfully, and succeed in the classroom—and your contribution is helping make that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1760730505917,"projectUrl":"project/regulation-before-expectation/9759616/","projectTitle":"Regulation Before Expectation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaitlyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9043079"},{"teacherId":9043079,"projectId":9738160,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of toothbrushes and toothpaste to our exceptional education classroom. Your support has made a meaningful and immediate impact on our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students are now able to actively practice daily hygiene skills at school in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. For many of our learners, brushing teeth is not just about health—it is a critical life skill that supports independence, routine-building, and confidence. Your donation allows us to turn this important task into a hands-on learning experience that helps students develop fine motor skills, follow multi-step directions, and build healthy habits they can carry with them beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nOne of my students was unwilling to hold a toothbrush, let alone put it anywhere near his mouth when we began working on this skill after we received our supplies. Last week he was able to tolerate a staff member brushing his teeth with the toothbrush and toothpaste because of daily practice of this skill. I know tolerating this task will improve his health overall and help his caregivers at home with at least this part of their daily routine.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your thoughtfulness and commitment to supporting students with special needs. Please know that your generosity is truly appreciated by both our students and staff, and it is making a lasting difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1758636477100,"projectUrl":"project/learning-healthy-habits-at-school-brush/9738160/","projectTitle":"Learning Healthy Habits at School: Brushing Teeth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaitlyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9043079"},{"teacherId":10213364,"projectId":9637977,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! The new floor chairs, the shelf, and pencils have made an incredible difference in our classroom. The chairs have provided the students with comfortable, supportive, and fun seating option for the students to help them stay focused during lessons and independent work time. The shelf has helped us keep our classroom supply materials organized. The students can easily access the materials they need, creating a more efficient and calm learning environment. The pencils ensure that every student is prepared for writing, problem-solving, and creative projects without the stress of not having the supplies. \r\n\r\nTogether, these resources have transformed our classroom into a more functional, welcoming space where students can do their best work every day. Thank you for making this possible for my students!!","fullyFundedDate":1757622061290,"projectUrl":"project/functional-space-for-student-learning/9637977/","projectTitle":"Functional Space for Student Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10213364"},{"teacherId":10064897,"projectId":9920884,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your incredible generosity in supporting my flexible seating project. Your donation has made a meaningful impact on our classroom, and I am truly grateful. Because of you, my students now have learning spaces that better support their focus, comfort, and engagement—something that will benefit them every single day.\r\n\r\nThe addition of flexible seating has already begun to transform the classroom environment. Students feel more empowered to make choices that help them learn best, and I'm noticing increased collaboration, stronger participation, and a renewed sense of excitement about coming to school. None of this would have been possible without your kindness.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of education and for investing in a space where students can grow, explore, and succeed. Your support reminds them that there are people out there who care deeply about their learning and their future. We appreciate you more than words can express.","fullyFundedDate":1764738116246,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-and-more/9920884/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating and More","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Quattrone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10064897"},{"teacherId":10049610,"projectId":9683675,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my students set up such a nice, cozy corner! It has already become a valuable part of our classroom environment, and we've used it quite a bit since it was created. My teaching assistant can now easily pull students into the carpet area for small-group instruction, which has made our lessons more focused and engaging. The students reacted with overwhelming excitement, especially when they are chosen to sit in the comfy seating area—it's become a special privilege they truly look forward to. We are now using this space every single day as we venture into great literature, explore new ideas, and build a stronger classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1758838764275,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-reading-area/9683675/","projectTitle":"Cozy Reading Area","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Van Damme","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10049610"},{"teacherId":9058296,"projectId":9703737,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of organizational materials and comfortable seating for our classroom. Your kindness has completely changed the way my students learn each day. The added organization helps our room run smoothly and gives students ownership of their space, while the flexible seating options allow them to choose where they work best. I've seen calmer transitions, increased focus, and students who feel genuinely excited to learn in a room that feels welcoming and supportive. Your generosity has created a classroom environment where every child can thrive—academically, emotionally, and creatively.","fullyFundedDate":1760627248474,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-and-organization/9703737/","projectTitle":"Comfort and Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Feuchter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9058296"},{"teacherId":9058296,"projectId":9725410,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful donation of headphones to our classroom. Your generosity has truly transformed our learning environment. With their own reliable headphones, my students can focus during independent work, engage fully with reading and math programs, and learn at their own pace without distractions. For many of them, this is the first time they've had access to quality headphones, and it has boosted both their confidence and their success. I've watched students become more independent, more motivated, and more excited to learn. Your support has made a lasting impact on our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1759178713283,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-comfort/9725410/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Feuchter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9058296"},{"teacherId":9058296,"projectId":9683902,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of snacks to our classroom. Your kindness has made a tremendous difference for my students. Having reliable, healthy snacks each day helps them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. Many of my fourth graders come to school hungry or without anything to fuel them through the day, and your support has removed a huge barrier to their success. I've seen students concentrate longer, participate more confidently, and feel cared for because they know someone is looking out for them. Your generosity truly nourishes both minds and hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1758838760999,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-success/9683902/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Feuchter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9058296"},{"teacherId":9058296,"projectId":9330172,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible kindness and generosity. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom and has helped so many students find success. Because of you, my fourth graders have access to tools and resources that strengthen their confidence, spark their curiosity, and allow them to learn in ways that truly meet their needs. I have watched students who once struggled begin to thrive, take pride in their work, and believe in themselves. Your gift has created opportunities that will continue to impact them far beyond this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1756952687328,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-focused-reading-and/9330172/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Focused Reading and Testing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Feuchter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9058296"},{"teacherId":10011714,"projectId":9331651,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, *Empowering 2nd Grade Writers*. Your generosity has made a meaningful impact in our classroom. With your help, we were able to provide students with clipboards, writing folders, and fresh pencils. These simple tools have made a big difference in their daily learning. Because we have flexible seating, my students often choose to work around the room or on the carpet, and the new clipboards have given them the freedom and stability they need to write comfortably and confidently wherever they choose.\r\n\r\nThe writing folders have been another wonderful addition. They help my students keep their drafts, notes, and final pieces organized as we move through the writing process. I've already seen a boost in their independence and pride as young authors. Thank you for believing in my students and for helping create a learning environment where their creativity and growth can flourish. Your kindness means more than you know.","fullyFundedDate":1755747081206,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-2nd-grade-authors-tools-to-i/9331651/","projectTitle":"Empowering 2nd Grade Authors: Tools to Inspire Young Writers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Retz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10011714_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y803&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757163130784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10011714"},{"teacherId":9597860,"projectId":9637405,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations. Donations like these allow me to better equip my classroom with learning resources and materials to allow my children to achieve the most successful learning experience and environment. \r\n\r\nMost of my materials received are being interchanged weekly to use at my alphabet table or even a small group teacher table. The kids have loved my new addition of an alphabet table where they get to rotate through different activities to learn about our new letter and sound of the week. They get so excited to go to this table and learn because they get to learn through play with hands on materials! My students get so excited each week to see what new materials I will put out for the alphabet table. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your support and donations to give my children a rich play-based learning environment to help them succeed in their education!","fullyFundedDate":1758838761579,"projectUrl":"project/rich-play-based-learning-centers/9637405/","projectTitle":"Rich Play-Based Learning Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Masten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9597860"},{"teacherId":9597860,"projectId":9322541,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donations! These donations have greatly impacted my fine motor bins, alphabet table, and sensory/ fine motor table. The kids have had a blast designing and building with the new magnetic Minecraft blocks and the candy construction pieces. They all had huge smiles on their faces and were so excited to see all the new additions to the classroom. We got asked daily to let them play with the new items!\r\n\r\nIt's so great to see the kids use their imagination and creativity building different items out of the candy construction pieces and come up with a name for what they built. They LOVE the gum ball machine and that has was a hit when learning how to strengthen our writing fingers and using only the correct fingers for our grasp on turning the gum ball machine. \r\n\r\nThe sand sensory bin that we use and change out for each holiday and season has been so much fun having the scoops and bowls for them to use in it. The last couple of weeks they have been making us acorn soup with the bowls and scoops. I love to see how excited they get, their imagination to use, creativity, and learning with all of these new materials, so thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1755747080920,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-creativity-and-imagination-wit/9322541/","projectTitle":"Fostering Creativity and Imagination with Fine Motor Bins","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Masten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9597860"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_21034","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":361,"numTeachers":31,"percentFrplEligible":85,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":94,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":72.1,"schoolId":21034,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Cuba - Rushford Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Cuba - Rushford Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/cuba-rushford-central-sch-dist/cuba-elementary-school/21034"}