{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Elderton Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6315103,"projectId":10238653,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping make our speech therapy space more calm, organized, and supportive for every learner!\r\n\r\nOur students learn and communicate in many different ways, and the tools from this project have made a meaningful difference in how they participate in therapy. The adjustable mobile computer desk gives students a flexible technology center where they can work comfortably and engage with digital activities. The clipboards allow us to easily move learning activities to different areas of the room, giving students more choices for where and how they work.\r\n\r\nThe pretend microphone has been especially exciting for our students. It gives them a fun and motivating way to practice speaking clearly, using their voices, and communicating with confidence. What might feel like a challenging speech activity can become an opportunity to pretend, perform, and have fun while practicing important skills.\r\n\r\nThe wireless doorbell has also become a helpful part of our routines. Its gentle sound gives students a predictable signal that it is time to transition, helping our groups move from one activity to the next more smoothly. The soft string lights add a peaceful touch to the room and help create an environment where students can feel comfortable and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhile these may seem like simple tools, they support something much bigger: helping students feel successful. When children know what to expect, have access to tools that meet their individual needs, and feel comfortable in their environment, they are more prepared to participate, communicate, and learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping create a speech therapy space where every child can feel comfortable, capable, and ready to use their voice!","fullyFundedDate":1786307929931,"projectUrl":"project/creating-calm-engaging-spaces-for-every/10238653/","projectTitle":"Creating Calm, Engaging Spaces for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jacobson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6315103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714841589889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6315103"},{"teacherId":6315103,"projectId":10222274,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our speech therapy room now has a warm, welcoming space where students can slow down, connect, and feel comfortable using their voices.\r\n\r\nThe cozy reading and storytelling corner has quickly become more than just a place to sit—it has become a place for communication, confidence, and connection. Students gather there to listen to stories, retell events, answer questions, practice new vocabulary, build sentences, and share their own ideas.\r\n\r\nFor some of my students, communicating with others can feel overwhelming. Having a comfortable, inviting space helps take away some of that pressure and gives them a place where they can take their time, try new words, and practice expressing themselves. The soft seating and calming environment create a setting where students are more willing to participate, take communication risks, and celebrate their successes.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful parts of this project is watching students become more confident. A child who may have initially hesitated to answer a question begins raising their hand. A student who struggled to retell a story begins adding details. A quiet voice becomes a little louder, a sentence becomes a conversation, and a hesitant communicator begins to realize that their ideas are worth sharing.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a space where students don't just practice speech and language skills—they discover that their words matter.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me create a room where every student can feel safe, supported, and proud of their progress. Most importantly, thank you for helping our students find—and confidently use—their voices.","fullyFundedDate":1785329491860,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-corner-for-growing-voices/10222274/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Corner for Growing Voices","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jacobson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6315103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714841589889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6315103"},{"teacherId":6315103,"projectId":10223179,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now have a space that truly supports their needs—not just academically, but emotionally and socially as well. Thank you for helping bring \"Soft Spaces for Growing Voices\" to life.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, transitions can feel overwhelming. Moving from one activity to another often requires extra support, structure, and reassurance. Thanks to your donations, my speech therapy room now provides a calm, welcoming environment that gently guides students throughout their sessions.\r\n\r\nThe soft rug, cushioned storage bench, and carpet spots have already made a meaningful difference. Students now have clear, comfortable places to sit, gather, listen, and move. These visual and physical supports help reduce anxiety during transitions and encourage greater independence and confidence.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this space has helped students feel safe. When students feel secure and supported in their environment, they are more willing to communicate, participate, and take risks with their speech and language skills. I have seen students become more engaged, more focused, and more confident in using their voices.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created more than just a cozy therapy space—it has created opportunities for growth, connection, and communication. Thank you for investing in my students and supporting their growing voices.","fullyFundedDate":1778227173801,"projectUrl":"project/soft-spaces-for-growing-voices/10223179/","projectTitle":"Soft Spaces for Growing Voices","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jacobson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6315103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714841589889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6315103"},{"teacherId":6315103,"projectId":9968121,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of my project, \"Celebrating Lunar New Year Through Language and Learning.\" Because of you, our students now have a 27-inch computer monitor, doodle pads, and globe string lights that have transformed our classroom into an engaging, festive learning space.\r\n\r\nAs a school-based speech-language pathologist, I strive to create learning experiences that are visually rich, interactive, and meaningful. The large monitor has allowed students to clearly watch videos about Lunar New Year traditions, celebrations, and stories, making the content accessible and engaging for all learners. Students used the doodle pads to take notes, draw key ideas, and record new vocabulary, which supported listening comprehension, expressive language, and memory skills in a fun, low-pressure way.\r\n\r\nThe globe string lights added a calming and festive atmosphere to our classroom, representing traditional Lunar New Year lanterns. This visual connection helped students make meaningful associations with the holiday while creating a welcoming environment that encouraged participation and conversation. Together, these materials supported vocabulary development, discussion, cultural understanding, and confidence for students in speech therapy as well as their general education peers.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping bring language learning to life through culture, visuals, and thoughtful classroom design. Your generosity made this memorable and impactful experience possible for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1766416483604,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-lunar-new-year-through-langu/9968121/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Lunar New Year Through Language and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jacobson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6315103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714841589889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6315103"},{"teacherId":6315103,"projectId":9970210,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, \"Exploring Lunar New Year Through Food, Language, and Culture!\" Because of your generosity, our classroom now has a microwave, splatter cover, and plastic forks—tools that allow students to safely and independently explore traditional foods as part of their learning experience.\r\n\r\nAs a school-based speech-language pathologist, I see firsthand how language skills grow best when learning is interactive, meaningful, and connected to real-life experiences. Using food to explore Lunar New Year has brought language to life for my students. They are practicing new vocabulary, asking and answering questions, describing tastes and textures, and engaging in authentic conversations with peers. These hands-on activities have boosted participation, confidence, and excitement for learning.\r\n\r\nThis project has benefited all students in our classroom, including those receiving speech therapy services and their general education peers. By connecting language learning to a meaningful cultural celebration, students are not only strengthening communication skills but also building curiosity, respect, and understanding of different traditions. Thank you for making this engaging, inclusive, and memorable learning experience possible for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1766433022397,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-lunar-new-year-through-food-l/9970210/","projectTitle":"Exploring Lunar New Year Through Food, Language, and Culture!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jacobson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6315103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714841589889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6315103"},{"teacherId":6315103,"projectId":10032343,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting my project, \"Warmth, Nourishment, and Care to Help Students Find Their Voice.\" Because of you, my students now have access to socks, gloves, blankets, and snacks that meet some of their most basic needs.....comfort, warmth, and nourishment.\r\n\r\nAs a school-based speech-language pathologist, I work closely with students who already face significant challenges finding and using their voices. When students are cold, hungry, or uncomfortable, it becomes much harder for them to focus, participate, and communicate. The items you provided have made an immediate and meaningful impact. Students are more relaxed during sessions, better able to attend to tasks, and more willing to engage in speech and language activities when they feel safe and cared for.\r\n\r\nYour kindness extends far beyond physical items—it sends a powerful message to my students that they are seen, valued, and worthy of care. This sense of security helps create the supportive environment they need to take risks, practice communication skills, and grow in confidence. Thank you for helping remove barriers so my students can focus on learning and finding their voice.","fullyFundedDate":1768702502341,"projectUrl":"project/warmth-nourishment-and-care-to-help-st/10032343/","projectTitle":"Warmth, Nourishment, and Care to Help Students Find Their Voice","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jacobson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6315103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714841589889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6315103"},{"teacherId":6315103,"projectId":9381001,"letterContent":"The use of a mobile speech therapy cart has had a positive and meaningful impact on the elementary school environment. By allowing the speech-language pathologist to travel from room to room, therapy services have become more flexible and accessible. The cart enables sessions to take place within students' classrooms or nearby spaces, reducing transition time and maximizing instructional minutes. This model also promotes greater collaboration between the speech-language pathologist and classroom teachers, as it allows for more natural opportunities to integrate communication goals into academic settings. Students have responded well to the cart-based sessions, as the materials are organized, engaging, and easily adaptable to different needs. Overall, the speech therapy cart has enhanced efficiency, increased visibility of speech services within the school, and fostered stronger connections between therapy and classroom learning.","fullyFundedDate":1758193683238,"projectUrl":"project/the-chatter-cart/9381001/","projectTitle":"The Chatter Cart","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jacobson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6315103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714841589889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6315103"},{"teacherId":6315103,"projectId":9733291,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our classroom now has an adjustable height desk that is making a big difference for our students! Because our class includes children from Kindergarten through 6th grade, this desk allows us to meet the needs of all learners—no matter their size, learning style, or activity.\r\n\r\nStudents love having the option to sit or stand while they work. This flexibility helps them stay focused, comfortable, and engaged throughout the day. The ability to move and adjust their workspace has been especially helpful for students who learn best when they can be active and hands-on.\r\n\r\nThis desk has also made our classroom more inclusive. It easily adjusts to accommodate every student, helping each child feel confident and capable during lessons and projects. Beyond comfort, it's helping us build healthy habits and promoting a more dynamic, student-centered learning environment.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly helped transform our classroom into a space where students can learn in the way that works best for them. Thank you for investing in their growth, comfort, and success!","fullyFundedDate":1758904326492,"projectUrl":"project/building-skills-around-the-table/9733291/","projectTitle":"Building Skills Around the Table","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jacobson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6315103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714841589889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6315103"},{"teacherId":7359784,"projectId":9142612,"letterContent":"Thank you so much! The addition of these microphones has been a game changer in the classroom, rehearsal, and perfromances. Elementary students, while confident and talented, have little voices and whether it was saying lines or introducing peices during a concert these microphones made sure my students were heard. They also were so fun to use in general music to give students \"solo\" oppertunities. They really helped to boost their confidence and willingness to participate. Our elementary musical was just such a success due to this new tech and I can't thank you enough for helping make that happen. I can't wait to use them again this year to improve our Verteran's Day and Christmas Programs. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1742497760317,"projectUrl":"project/sing-out-loud/9142612/","projectTitle":"Sing Out Loud","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Riddle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7359784_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596221932504","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsriddlesmusic"},{"teacherId":6315103,"projectId":9342866,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our Paws and Learn program has already made a big difference for our students! The children are so excited each time Gus and Gordie visit our school—they look forward to reading with them and sharing their love of books in a calm, supportive environment.\r\n\r\nYour contributions have provided:\r\n\r\nSoft blankets and cushions so students and dogs can sit together comfortably while reading.\r\n\r\nSpecial treats for Gus and Gordie, helping the dogs feel appreciated for all the joy they bring.\r\n\r\nDog-themed gifts for students, making participation fun and memorable while encouraging their love for reading.\r\n\r\nThe atmosphere you helped create is warm, cozy, and inviting. Students not only practice important reading skills, but they also gain confidence, reduce anxiety, and experience the joy of connecting with therapy dogs.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly enriched our school community, and we are so grateful for the smiles, comfort, and motivation you've helped provide.","fullyFundedDate":1750774762145,"projectUrl":"project/paws-and-learn/9342866/","projectTitle":"Paws and Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jacobson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6315103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714841589889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6315103"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_88790","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":199,"numTeachers":19,"percentFrplEligible":80,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":94,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"10.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":62.7,"schoolId":88790,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Elderton Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Elderton Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/armstrong-school-district/elderton-elementary-school/88790"}