{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Indianola Informal K-8 School","outOfStateSupporters":24.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2255237,"projectId":10652005,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our amazing donors, my students have the opportunity to experience an exciting Pumpkin STEM Day filled with hands-on learning, exploration, and discovery! Our pumpkin investigation brings science, math, reading, and critical thinking together in a fun and meaningful way. Students become little scientists as they observe their pumpkins, make predictions, measure circumference, count ribs, compare sizes, and investigate whether their pumpkins will sink or float. One of the most exciting parts is exploring what's inside a pumpkin and estimating how many seeds it contains! These activities allow my students to take what they've learned in the classroom and apply it to real-world investigations.\r\n\r\nMy students are always excited when they get to learn through hands-on experiences, and having their very own pumpkins to investigate makes the learning even more special! I love watching their curiosity grow as they ask questions, share predictions, and discover that their results may be different from what they expected. Throughout our investigations, students practice teamwork, problem-solving, measuring, counting, and recording their observations like real scientists. For my gifted learners, these experiences are especially valuable because they encourage deeper thinking, meaningful discussions, and opportunities to explain the reasoning behind their discoveries.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our Pumpkin Discoveries unit, students will use their investigation results to compare findings, draw conclusions, and reflect on what they've learned. These skills will carry over into future STEM challenges and hands-on learning experiences throughout the school year. Your generosity has provided so much more than pumpkins and classroom materials. You have helped create an engaging learning experience that encourages curiosity, creativity, and a love for discovery. Thank you for believing in my students and helping me make learning memorable, meaningful, and fun!","fullyFundedDate":1790778536913,"projectUrl":"project/pumpkin-stem-day-and-books/10652005/","projectTitle":"Pumpkin STEM Day and Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marshall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2255237_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449012277267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-moore126"},{"teacherId":2255237,"projectId":10624886,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our wonderful donors, my gifted students had the opportunity to become real scientists during our Owl Discoveries unit! The owl pellets brought our learning to life in a way that books, pictures, and videos simply couldn't. Throughout our unit, students explored owl habitats, food chains, adaptations, and what owls eat. The excitement really began when they learned they would get to dissect actual owl pellets! Armed with their tools, bone identification charts, and lots of curiosity, my students became little detectives as they carefully investigated their pellets. Watching their faces light up as they discovered tiny skulls, jawbones, ribs, and other bones was priceless! They were amazed that they could use these discoveries to figure out what an owl had eaten.\r\n\r\nWhat made this experience especially meaningful was watching my students think critically, ask questions, make predictions, and work together to solve mysteries. Students compared their findings, sorted and identified bones, and used evidence to draw conclusions about an owl's diet and its role in the food chain. Some students who are usually quiet couldn't wait to share their discoveries with their classmates! This hands-on investigation gave my students the opportunity to apply their reading, science, and problem-solving skills in a meaningful way. Instead of just reading about how scientists investigate the natural world, they actually got to experience it themselves.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our Discoveries curriculum, students will build on the observation, investigation, and critical-thinking skills they practiced during this unit. These are skills they will carry into future STEM challenges and scientific explorations throughout the school year. Your donation provided so much more than owl pellets. You gave my students an unforgettable learning experience that encouraged curiosity, teamwork, and a deeper understanding of the world around them. Thank you for helping me create the kind of hands-on learning opportunities that make my students excited to come to class. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1790778316203,"projectUrl":"project/owl-discoveries-and-books/10624886/","projectTitle":"Owl Discoveries and Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marshall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2255237_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449012277267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-moore126"},{"teacherId":2255237,"projectId":10375958,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our amazing donors, I now have an iPad that is helping me stay organized, track student progress, and provide more meaningful instruction to the students I serve!\r\n\r\nAs a Gifted Intervention Specialist, I work with students across different classrooms and school buildings. Having an iPad allows me to take important instructional tools and student data with me wherever I go. Instead of carrying stacks of papers and constantly switching between devices, I can quickly access student records, document learning, monitor progress, and make instructional decisions based on each student's individual needs.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest benefits of this technology is the ability to collect and organize student data in real time. Whether students are completing enrichment activities, demonstrating critical thinking skills, or working toward their learning goals, I can record their progress and use that information to plan engaging lessons that challenge them appropriately.\r\n\r\nThe iPad also gives me the flexibility to incorporate interactive learning activities, educational resources, and visual supports into my instruction. This makes learning more accessible, engaging, and exciting for my young learners.\r\n\r\nWhile the iPad may seem like a simple piece of technology, it has made a meaningful difference in how efficiently I can support my students. By spending less time managing paperwork and more time focusing on instruction, I can give my students the attention and challenging learning experiences they deserve.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my classroom and helping me become a more effective and organized educator. Your generosity is making a lasting difference for the students I serve!","fullyFundedDate":1787142307304,"projectUrl":"project/ipad-for-data/10375958/","projectTitle":"iPad for Data","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marshall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2255237_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449012277267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-moore126"},{"teacherId":2255237,"projectId":10428381,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Shelves for Books\" project! The new bookshelves have helped create a more organized and accessible classroom library where students can easily see, select, and return books independently. The floor lamp has also added warm lighting that makes our reading area feel more comfortable, welcoming, and inviting.\r\n\r\nThese additions have made a meaningful difference in our classroom by giving our books a designated space and encouraging students to spend more time reading and exploring new topics. Your generosity has helped us create a learning environment where students can feel excited, comfortable, and inspired to read. We truly appreciate your investment in our classroom and our students!","fullyFundedDate":1787142129417,"projectUrl":"project/shelves-for-books/10428381/","projectTitle":"Shelves for Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marshall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2255237_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449012277267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-moore126"},{"teacherId":2255237,"projectId":10351440,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students and helping me provide prizes that promote positive behavior in our classroom! These rewards have become an exciting part of our PBIS system and give students something special to work toward as they demonstrate respect, responsibility, kindness, helpfulness, and peacefulness throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nMy students were extremely excited when they saw all of the new prizes! They love having choices and being able to earn something that feels special to them. It has been wonderful to watch students become proud of themselves when they are recognized for making positive choices, following expectations, working hard, and being a great classroom citizen. The prizes have also helped me reinforce that positive behavior does not go unnoticed.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these rewards throughout the school year to celebrate students who demonstrate our schoolwide PBIS expectations. My goal is to continue creating a classroom environment where students feel encouraged, recognized, and motivated to make positive choices. Your generosity has helped make these celebrations possible, and my students and I truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1787142343531,"projectUrl":"project/pbis-prizes/10351440/","projectTitle":"PBIS Prizes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marshall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2255237_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449012277267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-moore126"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_84022","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":706,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":61,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":26,"percentWhite":56,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":8,"gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"18.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":75.5,"schoolId":84022,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Indianola Informal K-8 School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Indianola Informal K-8 School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/ohio/columbus-city-school-district/indianola-alternative-elementary-school/84022"}