{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Findlay City Schools Pre-School","outOfStateSupporters":22.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4546415,"projectId":10123135,"letterContent":"My Pre-K students were filled with excitement when they saw the new alphabet materials arrive! They could not wait to explore the different textures, puzzles, magnetic letters, and sensory trays. Their curiosity and enthusiasm were contagious, and they immediately began engaging with the materials through play and exploration.\r\n\r\nWe are using these resources during our literacy centers and small-group instruction to build foundational skills in letter recognition, letter-sound awareness, and fine motor development. One memorable moment occurred when a student who had been hesitant to participate in writing activities eagerly traced letters in the sand tray and proudly announced, \"I made an A!\" Experiences like these help build confidence and create positive early learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThe tactile letters, Wikki Stix, and magnetic letters have given students opportunities to see, touch, hear, and create letters in many different ways. The sound phones have become a class favorite, allowing children to listen to themselves as they practice letter sounds and develop early phonemic awareness. These hands-on experiences have made learning feel like play while strengthening important readiness skills for reading and writing.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our alphabet studies, students will use these materials to practice matching letters and sounds, sorting objects by beginning sound, and building simple words. These resources will continue to support our young learners as they develop the confidence and skills needed to become successful readers and writers. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, our classroom has become an engaging and interactive environment where every child can learn through exploration, movement, and discovery.","fullyFundedDate":1774963844731,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-letter-learning-building-stron/10123135/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Letter Learning: Building Strong Readers From the Start","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4546415_orig.jpg?crop=829,829,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1555888555051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4546415"},{"teacherId":4546415,"projectId":9493942,"letterContent":"The books that you have purchased for our classroom are making a huge difference on my student's social emotional learning. We have been focusing on one emotion a week and they will refer to the \"spots\" in the book often when talking about their own emotions. The second set of Little Spot books dives deeper into more complex emotions and even my youngest learners are grasping these concepts. We love the plushies that go with each emotion. We use these when we read the books and use them to help children identify their emotions when they are upset. \r\n\r\nWhen I read these books to my class. All of my students sit together on the carpet and are fully engaged in the story. They follow along and predict what might happen next. Then we like to connect the story to feel scenarios that they encounter on a daily basis.\r\nThe children also use the plushies on their own in our calm corner to help label emotions. These products are making a huge impact on my student's social emotional health. I am so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1764759347421,"projectUrl":"project/helping-my-preschoolers-find-their-spot/9493942/","projectTitle":"Helping My Preschoolers Find Their Spot: Sel Books and Plushies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4546415_orig.jpg?crop=829,829,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1555888555051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4546415"},{"teacherId":8521684,"projectId":9895579,"letterContent":"Thanks to these Lunar New Year materials, our dramatic play area has transformed into a vibrant market and tea shop where students are exploring culture through hands-on learning. The children immediately gasped when they saw the decorations, lanterns, and new play food. They couldn't wait to start \"cooking\" hot pot, serving tea, and shopping with red envelopes. In our sensory bin, they've been scooping rice, sorting lucky coins, making ramen recipes and practicing fine motor skills while learning about traditions and symbols of the holiday. These materials have sparked meaningful conversations about family traditions and celebrations around the world, and next we'll be extending our learning by comparing Lunar New Year to other holidays we celebrate, building vocabulary, and incorporating more storytelling and writing into our play.","fullyFundedDate":1768446859368,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-lunar-new-year-to-life-in-our-p/9895579/","projectTitle":"Bringing Lunar New Year to Life in Our Preschool Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reaster","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8521684_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680278623929","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/reaster"},{"teacherId":8521684,"projectId":9867617,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our project! Because of you, our preschool classroom is now fully equipped with high-quality, kid-friendly scissors.\r\n\r\nIn preschool, learning to cut is a major milestone. It isn't just about art, it's about developing the fine motor strength and bilateral coordination that children need to eventually hold a pencil and learn to write. Before your donation, we struggled with dull, mismatched tools that often led to frustration. Now, my students have the right tools to feel successful and confident.\r\n\r\nThe joy in the classroom was immediate. From cutting playdough to creating colorful paper collages, the children are so proud of their new \"big kid\" skills. You have provided more than just supplies, you've given my students the gift of independence and the tools to be little creators!","fullyFundedDate":1764878758937,"projectUrl":"project/cutting-in-preschool/9867617/","projectTitle":"Cutting in Preschool","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reaster","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8521684_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680278623929","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/reaster"},{"teacherId":8435444,"projectId":9154189,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our preschool classroom! Your generosity has made it possible for our young learners to explore, create, and express themselves through art.\r\n\r\nThe art supplies you provided will give our students endless opportunities to strengthen fine motor skills, build confidence, spark creativity, and share their unique ideas. Whether they are painting, drawing, cutting, gluing, or creating imaginative masterpieces, your kindness is helping make meaningful learning experiences possible every day.\r\n\r\nAt this age, art is so much more than making beautiful projects—it encourages problem-solving, self-expression, and joyful discovery. Because of your support, our classroom is filled with the tools that inspire curiosity and a love of learning.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our students and investing in their future. Your generosity is making a lasting difference in the lives of our little artists.","fullyFundedDate":1746482502597,"projectUrl":"project/little-architects-at-work-enhancing-our/9154189/","projectTitle":"Little Architects at Work: Enhancing our Block Center!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Charlie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8435444_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y140&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662939647763","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-charlie"},{"teacherId":8521684,"projectId":9516697,"letterContent":"When our new sensory table arrived, my preschoolers were thrilled to finally have a working space to explore again. Our previous sensory bin had broken, and the students really missed having that hands on center available. The moment we unveiled the new table, they immediately gathered around, excited to scoop, pour, touch, and discover. Even students who are usually more hesitant quickly became engaged, and the table has already become one of the most popular spots in our classroom.\r\n\r\nNow that we have a reliable sensory table again, we're able to incorporate it into more of our daily lessons and center activities. It's supporting fine motor practice, encouraging cooperation, and helping students explore new concepts through open-ended play. Your generosity restored a meaningful part of our classroom, and we are so grateful for the positive impact this new resource is already having on our students.","fullyFundedDate":1761741430900,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-table-free-play-/9516697/","projectTitle":"Sensory Table Free Play ✨","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reaster","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8521684_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680278623929","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/reaster"},{"teacherId":9563715,"projectId":9094885,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our classroom. My classroom has changed so much thanks to these calming light shades. During our classroom open-house my families and students were quick to acknowledge the unique classroom environment. These shades provide my students with a calming learning environment during the day and allows them to relax and feel at ease about learning. \r\n\r\nAs always we thank you for your contribution and support as we continue to learn and grow! We could not do it without your kindness and compassion.","fullyFundedDate":1746785515694,"projectUrl":"project/our-future-is-bright/9094885/","projectTitle":"Our Future is Bright!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9563715_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725918789126","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9563715"},{"teacherId":9498528,"projectId":9238661,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for all the materials you have provided for my classroom. The students love receiving new materials, and this has made their day. Many of these items support fine motor skills and this is a huge need for young children, especially preschool children. The items also incorporated science and growing their creativity. \r\n\r\nAgain, to help my class and my students means the world to me. Your generosity is much appreciated and helps them grow, feel success, and learn.\r\n\r\nThank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1746482709312,"projectUrl":"project/science-for-preschoolers/9238661/","projectTitle":"Science for Preschoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Imke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9498528_orig.jpg?crop=653,653,x0,y84&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711369991643","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9498528"},{"teacherId":9563715,"projectId":9019989,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to our classroom! These materials have helped support my students in an abundance of ways! My students have grown in their language development, confidence, and overall have a positive attitude about learning because it is engaging and fun! \r\n\r\nMy students loved helping me open each of the boxes and found so much excitement in adding new materials to our classroom! We were able to use some of the materials during our outdoor water day. Some were used in our sensory bin. And others were enjoyed as independent activities. \r\n\r\nMy students and l cannot thank you enough for the contributions you made to our classroom and the continued support in making us well rounded students!","fullyFundedDate":1745718706161,"projectUrl":"project/learning-by-doing/9019989/","projectTitle":"Learning By Doing!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9563715_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725918789126","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9563715"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_109634","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":259,"numTeachers":5,"percentFrplEligible":44,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":69,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":14,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":10,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - Pre-K","studentTeacherRatio":"51.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":78.0,"schoolId":109634,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Findlay City Schools Pre-School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Findlay City Schools Pre-School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/ohio/findlay-city-school-district/washington-preschool/109634"}