{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Child Focus Head Start","outOfStateSupporters":26.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6871751,"projectId":9939630,"letterContent":"I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for you generous support of our classroom. Our students now have access to real life items that are making a difference in their daily learning because of your kindness. \r\n\r\nDramatic play is such an important part of early childhood development. With the new make believe materials, like the blender, mixer, cleaning items, mop and broom, the students are able to explore the real world, all while expanding their imagination, language and social skills. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has created opportunities for hands-on learning that simply would not have been possible otherwise. It is incredible to see their excitement and engagement grow each day. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their futures. Your support truly gave them a Head Start! We could never thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1775065323972,"projectUrl":"project/imagine-and-pretend-bringing-dramatic-p/9939630/","projectTitle":"Imagine and Pretend: Bringing Dramatic Play to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mindy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6871751"},{"teacherId":10361134,"projectId":9923890,"letterContent":"My students use this resource nearly everyday. The Kinetic Sand is such a helpful sensory tool for them to seek in the classroom. We set it out as a center and we found that it can be helpful in regulating emotions within the classroom. \r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when they first saw the Kinetic Sand and accessories that go with it!! It is one of their favorite things in the classroom.\r\n\r\nMy next steps within the classroom is to continue to work on those self regulation skills with the students and have them seek out appropriate strategies to express how they feel. The kinetic Sand is a very useful tool for us as we work on this goal.","fullyFundedDate":1773631659364,"projectUrl":"project/busy-hands-relaxed-minds/9923890/","projectTitle":"Busy Hands, Relaxed Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10361134"},{"teacherId":5073807,"projectId":10078284,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project. The supplies are very appreciated. The number tree is adorable and they love matching the numbers. The number cars are also a big hit. It really helps to motivate some of children that are struggling with math. These hands on manipulatives really help engage them in math skills they will need. The number 10 frame fidget is perfect for little hands to keep track with a more tactile way, to learn 10 frame math. They are adding and subtracting using these small 10 frame fidgets.","fullyFundedDate":1774963676219,"projectUrl":"project/wild-wonderful-math-and-science/10078284/","projectTitle":"Wild Wonderful Math And Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stewart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5073807"},{"teacherId":10361134,"projectId":9923950,"letterContent":"The students are using the resources gathered from this project every day! The Bumble Bee sensory pillow is used in our calming corner. It is so helpful and amazing for the students who are feeling overwhelmed. When they are having a tough moment in class they will sit in our safe space and hug the bumble bee's. The sensory tubes are also very useful in having the students focus on something calming while they need a moment to think and cool down. \r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the bumble bee's they all gathered around to meet them and give them a hug. They have been named, \"mr. and mrs. bumble bee\" and the students ask to hug them everyday. \r\n\r\nThe next steps for my students would be focusing on emotional regulation. Having them come to the safe space and use the bumble bee's and sensory tubes when they are having big feelings and need a moment to calm down.","fullyFundedDate":1765020357447,"projectUrl":"project/soothe-your-mind-one-fidget-at-a-time/9923950/","projectTitle":"Soothe Your Mind, One Fidget at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10361134"},{"teacherId":6871751,"projectId":9945246,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. The students were overcome with joy when our new items arrived. They couldn't wait to begin to explore the variety of sensory bins, including farm, outer space, ocean, construction and a dinosaur dig. These sensory bins make a meaningful difference in their daily learning experience. \r\n \r\nThese materials have provided hands-on opportunities for exploration, regulation, and engagement. All the items have helped improve the students fine motor skills, practice problem-solving and build language through play. Most importantly, they offer calming, structured experiences that support students who benefit from sensory input throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your generosity and belief in our students. Thank you for investing in their growth and success, not only for the current students, but for our future students as well!","fullyFundedDate":1767376657510,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-minds-on-stem-sensory-table-s/9945246/","projectTitle":"Hands On, Minds On: STEM Sensory Table Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mindy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6871751"},{"teacherId":10353864,"projectId":9925884,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! These new resources have truly made such a difference.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the science kits, they were SO excited. The binoculars and microscope were an instant hit — they immediately started asking questions and wanting to explore everything in the room. One of my favorite moments was watching them examine leaves up close and share their observations like little scientists.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic tiles have been amazing for hands-on building and problem-solving during play. The magnetic letters have also been a game changer during literacy centers — students are more confident building words and practicing their sounds.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping create meaningful, hands-on learning every single day. I'm so grateful for you and what you've made possible for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1764126211957,"projectUrl":"project/curiosity-drives-innovation/9925884/","projectTitle":"Curiosity Drives Innovation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dauwe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10353864"},{"teacherId":5266769,"projectId":9940628,"letterContent":"This project was more for the teachers than the students. The laminating machine and laminating sheets are for used to make our projects last longer within the classroom. It takes a great deal of time to create materials such as name tags and shelf tags. With preschool children these materials get alot of use and tear up over time. With the ability to laminate them before children use them, they get a longer life span, sometimes even an entire school year.\r\n\r\nThe children love when we create new games for them to use. With a recent theme of transportation, a teacher created a parking garage with alphabet letters that were the same ones as the beginning letter of the children in the classroom's name. The same letters were attached to the top of Hotwheel cars for the children to match to the correct parking spaces. All of the materials were laminated before children began using them. The materials were still in good shape after the two week theme thanks to the use of the materials provided in this Donorchoose project.","fullyFundedDate":1765589325676,"projectUrl":"project/longer-lasting-learning-materials/9940628/","projectTitle":"Longer Lasting Learning Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vickie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5266769"},{"teacherId":5266769,"projectId":9939894,"letterContent":"My students love their new STEM materials. The Engineer a Coaster Activity Kit was a big hit. The students worked together to build different paths for the pieces to follow. They attempted to make it into a certain spot with their spinners. When the piece would not land where they anticipated, the students did not give up, rather they would adjust and try it again. As the teacher, it was nice to see persistence at work.\r\n\r\nAnother big hit was the Build An Animal from the STEM builder series. The children used the building cubes and building cards to assemble different animals. Some of the children then used their imaginations to create animals on their own.\r\n\r\nAs our theme has moved onto bugs and insects, we plan on using our STEM materials to create bugs and insects along with their habitats. Using the STEM Bridge Builders set and the STEM Learning Pipe Tubes the children will be able to add a new level to their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1764958441049,"projectUrl":"project/encouraging-young-engineers/9939894/","projectTitle":"Encouraging Young Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vickie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5266769"},{"teacherId":8165282,"projectId":9953894,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to our classroom. This project was filled with a variety of engaging collage materials. Our children have loved creating different projects with the open ended materials. Our walls are now filled with projects made by the children, with an assortment of materials such as glitter pom poms, macaroni, buttons, and more. This projected provided our classroom with an abundant of supplies, so we are able to refill our collage tray as needed. The children love having the opportunity to create.","fullyFundedDate":1765980679788,"projectUrl":"project/little-artists-need-supplies/9953894/","projectTitle":"Little Artists Need Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8165282_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764601870102","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8165282"},{"teacherId":8165282,"projectId":9944016,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to our classroom. This project was filled with different types of magnatiles and other STEM supplies. The different themed magnatiles has been a perfect addition to our classroom. We switch classroom themes every 4 weeks and the different themed magnatiles have fit well into our themes. We have a theme called \"Animals\" that the safari magnatiles have fit perfectly into. The children have enjoyed building different environments for the safari animals. These materials have provided opportunity for open ended projects.","fullyFundedDate":1765404328149,"projectUrl":"project/stem-stars-in-preschool/9944016/","projectTitle":"STEM Stars in Preschool!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8165282_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764601870102","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8165282"},{"teacherId":8165282,"projectId":9940002,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contribution to our classroom. My students have been so interested and engaged in the natural materials. They have asked many questions about the materials and explored them through their sense of touch and sight. The natural materials supplied are materials children don't typically encounter, such as a replica of a turtle shell with the spine included. This has given us the opportunity to build and teach upon children's questions and observations they make when exploring the materials.","fullyFundedDate":1764783830012,"projectUrl":"project/natural-materials-in-a-digital-world/9940002/","projectTitle":"Natural Materials in a Digital World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8165282_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764601870102","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8165282"},{"teacherId":8165282,"projectId":9937401,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to our classroom. This project was filled with art materials, Tonie characters, books, and organization. Our students have had a blast creating with the various art supplies. They have made collages, built with playdoh, and let their creativity shine. The extra organization has allowed us to display the materials in a way that is easily accessible, which encourages children's exploration. We now have plenty of glue, markers, and play-doh. Having these materials available is incredibly valuable for developing children's creativity, problem solving, and fine motor skills.","fullyFundedDate":1764680458373,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-organization-station/9937401/","projectTitle":"Creativity Organization Station","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8165282_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764601870102","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8165282"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_117761","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":null,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":49,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":91,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"US Census Data for the surrounding geographic area","gradesServed":"Not specified","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"Census ZCTA","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":null},"inStateSupporters":73.4,"schoolId":117761,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Child Focus Head Start on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Child Focus Head Start","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/ohio/office-of-head-start/child-focus-inc-551-cincinnati-batavia-pike/117761"}