{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cayuga Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":18.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3225963,"projectId":9222358,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Tools for Success: Calculating Confidence & Amplifying Learning! Because of your generosity, my 5th grade students now have the essential tools they need to strengthen their math skills and fully access assistive technology in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe solar-powered calculators are already making a difference—students who once got stuck on basic math facts are now able to move forward with confidence, focusing on problem-solving and higher-level thinking. I've seen their frustration turn into pride as they realize they can work more independently.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have been just as impactful. They allow each student to use text-to-speech and other learning supports without distractions, giving them privacy and helping them stay engaged. For many of my students, this means accessing lessons in a way that finally feels comfortable and empowering.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has not only provided resources, but it has also built confidence, independence, and joy in learning. You've given my students the message that their success matters and that people believe in their potential.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my hardworking and resilient students, thank you for making our classroom a place where everyone can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1743550818499,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-success-calculating-confidenc/9222358/","projectTitle":"Tools for Success: Calculating Confidence & Amplifying Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosenman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3225963_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743542753036","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cayuga"},{"teacherId":5348326,"projectId":9031159,"letterContent":"Thank You for supporting our classroom!\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful to you, our generous donors, for helping fund essential equipment for our music program. Thanks to your support, we now have a trap table that allows us to safely secure and organize our percussion instruments. This addition not only enhances the safety and efficiency of our classroom but also enriches my students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nYour generosity makes a lasting impact on these young musicians, and I can't thank you enough for being part of their musical journey!\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1736993450527,"projectUrl":"project/auxiliary-percussion-needs-a-safe-space/9031159/","projectTitle":"Auxiliary Percussion Needs a Safe Space!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fischer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5348326_orig.jpg?crop=1078,1078,x1139,y1270&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692973073718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5348326"},{"teacherId":4382348,"projectId":8984033,"letterContent":"Cayuga Physical Education can't thank you enough for your generosity towards our project. Our TV has totally transformed our Physical Education classes to a more inclusive environment for all of our learners, it is bringing more of a visual aspects to our lessons, and increases classroom engagement. \r\n\r\nAs of right now, we have done 2 units since we received the TV; Pickleball, and jump rope. The students loved seeing what pickleball is suppose to look like while watching a live game of pickleball. They also loved seeing their team names, and bracket tournament up on the big screen for everyone to follow throughout the games. During our jump rope lesson, we are able to put up visuals of different tricks and skills that the students can visually learn how to execute. This allows myself and my co teacher time to walk around and give 1 on 1 help to students who need it. \r\n\r\nThe population this TV really helps the most is our special education students. Before the visuals of the TV, our students weren't able to reach their needs because a lot of them were non verbal, unable to focus, and didn't like to participate in physical education. As of now, all students in our special education classes will watch the TV and complete an entire 9 minute workout without stopping, they're staying focused, they're participating, and they're happy! \r\n\r\nMy students thank you for bringing such a strong tool to our physical education program in order to unlock their full potential.","fullyFundedDate":1733277938311,"projectUrl":"project/smart-tv-for-smarter-learning/8984033/","projectTitle":"Smart TV for Smarter Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stallone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4382348_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524063396877","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-stallone"},{"teacherId":3225963,"projectId":8795962,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire school community, thank you for your incredible support of our project, \"Illuminate Young Minds: Powering the Flash Reading Adventure.\"\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, the whole school was able to participate in our very first Glow in the Zone Flashlight Reading Day—and it was a resounding success! Classrooms were transformed into glowing reading havens where students immersed themselves in stories under the soft glow of flashlights. The excitement and joy on their faces were priceless as they explored books in a unique and magical environment.\r\n\r\nYour contribution made this extraordinary day possible and left a lasting impression on our students. By creating a fun and engaging atmosphere, you've helped spark a love for reading and inspired young minds to dive deeper into the world of literature.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a part of this adventure and for helping us create unforgettable moments in our students' educational journey. Your kindness and support truly shine bright!","fullyFundedDate":1733347190147,"projectUrl":"project/illuminate-young-minds-powering-the-fla/8795962/","projectTitle":"Illuminate Young Minds: Powering the Flash Reading Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosenman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3225963_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743542753036","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cayuga"},{"teacherId":5348326,"projectId":8153006,"letterContent":"Thanks to your kind, generous hearts, we are thrilled to share that the bow collimators have been such an amazing, helpful tool in our classroom! We no longer have to share one or two collimators in our small group classes, as we have enough for each student in our lesson group to use one at the same time. Each student is able to use one for our entire class period when needed, and the additional time has really helped us become more confident players with our bows! We are so grateful for your generosity and help supporting our classroom and our music program.","fullyFundedDate":1706146280579,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-orchestra-learn-beautiful-bowin/8153006/","projectTitle":"Help Our Orchestra Learn Beautiful Bowing!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fischer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5348326_orig.jpg?crop=1078,1078,x1139,y1270&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692973073718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5348326"},{"teacherId":5348326,"projectId":7731788,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our standing students now have stools to rest on during long rehearsals! I wish I had recorded their reactions when they arrived as their faces were just in shock. The bass students are especially grateful, as this has truly been a \"game changer\" for them. We are so lucky to have such supporters for our class, and our entire orchestra has benefitted from these new stools. On behalf of all of us: Thank you so much!! We hope to make you proud as we continue making music together with these awesome stools in tow!","fullyFundedDate":1701211243382,"projectUrl":"project/a-solid-place-to-play-the-bass/7731788/","projectTitle":"A Solid Place to Play the Bass","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fischer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5348326_orig.jpg?crop=1078,1078,x1139,y1270&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692973073718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5348326"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_22645","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":539,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":40,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":58,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":81.4,"schoolId":22645,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Cayuga Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Cayuga Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/sachem-central-school-district/cayuga-elementary-school/22645"}