{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Four Corners Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4012139,"projectId":9682629,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support in funding our DonorsChoose project! Your generosity is helping us provide students with the tools they need to succeed—not only academically, but emotionally as well. Many of our students come from high-poverty backgrounds and face challenges that make focusing on schoolwork difficult. Your donation is making a real difference by giving them opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive.\r\nThis year, we set out to provide resources that support both learning and self-regulation in our space. Thanks to you, we are able to add STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) items and sensory fidgets to our classrooms. These resources are so much more than materials—they are powerful tools for engagement, confidence, and emotional well-being.\r\nYour generosity ensures that our students have both the academic challenges that inspire them and the sensory supports that help them feel calm and ready to learn. These resources will help us create an environment where every child feels supported—where they can build confidence, develop critical skills, and experience success.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and in the importance of both learning and emotional well-being. Your kindness is making a lasting impact, and we are so excited to see the joy, focus, and growth these materials will bring to our classrooms.","fullyFundedDate":1758853734047,"projectUrl":"project/spark-curiosity-and-emotional-growth/9682629/","projectTitle":"Spark Curiosity and Emotional Growth!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4012139_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578256262775","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cubs-den"},{"teacherId":4012139,"projectId":9565581,"letterContent":"We cannot thank you enough for your incredible support in funding our DonorsChoose project! Because of your generosity, we have been able to create a sensory, calming, and mental health wellness room—a safe, welcoming space where students can regulate their emotions and return to the classroom ready to learn. This room is already making a meaningful difference for our students, many of whom face daily adversities and challenges that can make it difficult to stay focused and engaged in learning.\r\nResearch shows that self-regulation is a critical foundation for academic success. When students have the tools and environment to manage their emotions, they are better able to concentrate, build positive relationships, and thrive in school. Your donation has helped us provide those tools in a space designed to meet the sensory and emotional needs of every child who walks through its doors.\r\nOur wellness room is intentionally designed to engage all five senses and promote calm. Visually, we have added encouraging signs that promote positive mental health, making the space feel warm, inviting, and safe. The sense of smell is supported by an aromatherapy diffuser, which fills the air with gentle, calming scents to reduce stress and anxiety. A soft salt lamp provides a soothing glow, creating a peaceful atmosphere that feels far from the chaos of the day. For hearing, we have a speaker playing peaceful nature sounds, helping students slow their breathing and relax. Touch is engaged through calming fidgets and a zen garden, giving students a hands-on way to channel anxiety into something soothing. And finally, the sense of taste is supported by mints, which offer a refreshing burst that helps students feel alert yet calm. Peppermint is known to stimulate brain activity, increase focus, and help students feel grounded in the present moment—especially useful when they're feeling anxious or distracted.\r\nThese sensory supports create a holistic environment where students can reset their minds and bodies, giving them the tools they need to re-enter the classroom ready to focus, learn, and thrive. Every detail in this room—from the warm lighting to the calming sounds—exists because of your kindness and belief in the importance of mental health and emotional well-being in education.","fullyFundedDate":1759268879992,"projectUrl":"project/supports-for-all-5-senses/9565581/","projectTitle":"Supports For All 5 Senses!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4012139_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578256262775","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cubs-den"},{"teacherId":4012139,"projectId":9610322,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generosity in funding our DonorsChoose project! Because of your support, we have been able to enhance our school's sensory, calming, and mental health wellness room—a space designed to help students regulate their emotions, reset, and practice essential social and emotional skills.\r\n\r\nYour donations have allowed us to add a variety of puzzles to our wellness room, ranging from simple board puzzles to more complex 100- to 500-piece challenges. These puzzles do so much more than entertain—they strengthen the brain by improving memory, problem-solving, and concentration skills. At the same time, puzzles are naturally calming. They invite students to slow down, focus, and engage in a mindful task that relieves stress and anxiety.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the importance of mental health and social-emotional learning. Your kindness is making a lasting impact on our school community, and we cannot wait to share the stories and smiles that come from this project. You have truly helped create a space where students can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1758636442607,"projectUrl":"project/learning-calming-social-skills-puzzle/9610322/","projectTitle":"Learning Calming & Social Skills Puzzle Piece By Puzzle Piece!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4012139_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578256262775","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cubs-den"},{"teacherId":4012139,"projectId":9561290,"letterContent":"We are thrilled to share our heartfelt gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our DonorsChoose project. In today's schools, opportunities for imaginative, unstructured play are fewer than ever before. Limited recess and structured schedules often leave little room for the kind of play that research shows are vital to healthy development. Play is not just fun—it is a powerful tool for growth. It helps children process emotions, practice problem-solving, build relationships, and express themselves in ways words alone cannot capture.\r\nYour support has allowed us to make play a meaningful part of the regulation process in our wellness room. Our new play kitchen is stocked with pretend foods that represent the diverse cultures of our students. From taco kits and sushi sets to pizza play sets and pastries, these items create opportunities for children to see themselves reflected in the space while also learning about and appreciating cultures different from their own.\r\nWe cannot thank you enough for believing in this project and in the importance of mental health and play in education. Your generosity is shaping a brighter future for our students—one where they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Every smile, every moment of cooperation, and every imaginative story created in this space is a testament to your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1761051953810,"projectUrl":"project/meaningful-play-builds-social-skills/9561290/","projectTitle":"Meaningful Play Builds Social Skills!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4012139_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578256262775","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cubs-den"},{"teacherId":6342900,"projectId":9604396,"letterContent":"The fidgets and ducks were a very wonderful addition to my classroom. The students look forward to having a chance to become the Lucky Duck for the day in which they win a duck. Ducks are given out to students making good choices. It encourages positive reinforcement.\r\nSecond the other materials went towards testing bags. In the testing bags I have included a sensory stone, squish ball, and a calming strip. Students are eager to use these while they are testing. The fidgets help them work quietly. Students report that they feel calmer when they are able to use them. Thank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1758314102843,"projectUrl":"project/fidgets-and-ducks/9604396/","projectTitle":"Fidgets and Ducks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hudson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6342900_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743103215743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6342900"},{"teacherId":5913971,"projectId":9606675,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed! The headphones, markers, and organization bins you helped provide have made a huge difference in our daily learning.\r\n\r\nThe headphones allow students to focus during reading and intervention lessons, especially when working on individualized programs and audio books. Now each student can learn at their own pace without distractions, which has greatly improved their confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nThe markers have added color and creativity to our lessons. Students love using them during group projects, anchor charts, and writing activities. Their excitement to participate and show their learning has grown so much!\r\n\r\nAnd with the organization bins, our materials finally have a home. Our classroom feels calm, tidy, and efficient, which helps students take pride in their learning space and take responsibility for keeping it organized.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly made our classroom brighter, more focused, and more engaging. Thank you for believing in my students and helping create a space where learning can thrive every day.","fullyFundedDate":1761687453370,"projectUrl":"project/helping-young-readers-tune-in-create-a/9606675/","projectTitle":"Helping Young Readers Tune In, Create, and Stay Organized!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5913971_orig.png?crop=348,348,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738946571482","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-young81"},{"teacherId":1019272,"projectId":8856706,"letterContent":"The Tonie Boxes have become a daily addition to our classroom. All our kindergarten students love Tonie time and having the opportunity to listen to beloved stories. The Tonie boxes have had a profound impact. For students working on attention and focus, the boxes have provided a calming, structured activity that promotes active listening. For emerging readers and English language learners, the Tonies offer language-rich storytelling experiences that reinforce vocabulary, comprehension, and pronunciation in a fun and accessible way.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your donation to this project. It has been such a wonderful addition to our centers and we cannot wait to expand our Tonies options for students to listen to even more wonderful literature. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1735236337983,"projectUrl":"project/listening-center-for-little-learners/8856706/","projectTitle":"Listening Center for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1019272_orig.png?crop=294,294,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712761175854","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ncharland"},{"teacherId":4012139,"projectId":9513913,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our school and our students. Your contribution is helping us create a learning environment that nurtures both the hearts and minds of every child who walks through our doors.\r\n\r\nMany of our students face significant challenges, yet they continue to show incredible resilience and potential each day. With your help, we are able to provide the flexible learning spaces and emotional supports they need to thrive—whether that's a quiet desk for focused work, organized materials for smooth learning transitions, or sensory paths and uplifting bulletin boards that bring warmth and positivity to our hallways.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1755711318702,"projectUrl":"project/space-to-shine/9513913/","projectTitle":"Space To Shine!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4012139_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578256262775","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cubs-den"},{"teacherId":4012139,"projectId":9219902,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous support of our Sensory Room project. Your contribution is helping us expand this vital space where students can find calm, comfort, and the tools they need to navigate their emotions and behaviors successfully.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, we are able to add new sensory tables filled with materials like sand, rice, and water beads—simple tools that have a powerful impact. These sensory experiences help students regulate their emotions, manage anxiety, and refocus their energy so they can return to the classroom ready to learn.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, these moments of calm make all the difference. Because of you, they have a safe and supportive space to reset, build coping skills, and develop confidence in themselves.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping us nurture not just academic growth, but emotional resilience and well-being for every child. Thank you for believing in our mission and for investing in the success of our students.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1745847058825,"projectUrl":"project/the-soothing-sandbox-sensory-tables-for/9219902/","projectTitle":"The Soothing Sandbox: Sensory Tables for Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4012139_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578256262775","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cubs-den"},{"teacherId":4012139,"projectId":8647578,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Sensory Room project! Your contribution is helping us continue to create a nurturing, empowering space for our Kindergarten through 5th-grade students—many of whom face significant challenges both inside and outside of school.\r\n\r\nWith your help, we are adding large, functional desks where students can work individually or in small groups alongside our behavior specialists. These new spaces will give students the opportunity to build confidence, practice emotion regulation, and develop perseverance in both academic and social-emotional areas.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our Sensory Room will not only provide comfort and calm but also a place where students feel safe to take risks, grow, and discover their own strengths. You are making a tangible difference in their daily school experience, and we are deeply grateful for your partnership in this important work.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1733897908746,"projectUrl":"project/collaborative-comfort-a-space-for-stude/8647578/","projectTitle":"Collaborative Comfort: A Space For Students To Work And Regulate!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stephanie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4012139_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578256262775","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cubs-den"},{"teacherId":5913971,"projectId":9742648,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Because of your support, we now have an air purifier that helps keep our learning environment cleaner, healthier, and more comfortable for everyone.\r\n\r\nThe difference was noticeable right away. The air feels fresher, and students who often struggled with allergies or sensitivity to dust have been able to focus and participate more fully in class. It's reassuring to know that the air we breathe each day is being filtered to reduce allergens and germs—especially during the upcoming cold and flu season.\r\n\r\nYour kindness didn't just provide a machine; it provided peace of mind. My students often comment that our classroom \"smells fresh\" or \"feels calm,\" and I've noticed a positive shift in both their comfort and concentration.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students' health and well-being. Your donation helps us maintain a safe, welcoming space where everyone can breathe easier and learn their best.","fullyFundedDate":1758855404943,"projectUrl":"project/breathe-easy-learn-better-clean-air-fo/9742648/","projectTitle":"Breathe Easy, Learn Better: Clean Air for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5913971_orig.png?crop=348,348,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738946571482","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-young81"},{"teacherId":5913971,"projectId":9601189,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom snack project! Because of your donation, my students have access to healthy, energizing snacks that help them stay focused and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nMany of my students come to school hungry or without a snack to enjoy during our learning time together. Thanks to you, I am able to keep a supply of nutritious options on hand—like granola bars, fruit snacks, crackers, and applesauce pouches. You would be amazed at how something as simple as a snack can turn a tired morning or distracted afternoon into a moment of renewed energy and engagement.\r\n\r\nYour kindness made a real difference in our classroom community. Students no longer have to worry about feeling left out or hungry; instead, they can focus on reading and sharing ideas with confidence. One student even said, \"I love that we have snacks—it helps my brain work better!\"\r\n\r\nYour gift did more than fill stomachs—it filled hearts and created a sense of care and belonging. 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