{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mendon Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3035316,"projectId":10711879,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my DonorsChoose project, Snacks for Success: Helping First Graders Stay Fueled and Focused! Your generous support of $722.84 will make a meaningful difference in the lives of my first-grade students.\r\n\r\nOur school days are filled with reading, writing, phonics, math, and many other exciting learning activities. By the end of the day, my little learners often need an extra boost of energy. With your support, I will be able to provide snacks for students who may not always have one available from home. These snacks will help keep their little bellies full, their minds focused, and their energy up as they finish their busy day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity means so much more than providing food. It shows my students that they are cared for, supported, and valued. I am so grateful that you are helping me create a classroom where every child has the opportunity to learn and succeed without hunger getting in the way.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and making such a positive impact on our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1791043394742,"projectUrl":"project/little-snacks-big-impact/10711879/","projectTitle":"Little Snacks, Big Impact!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Petke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3035316_orig.png?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777302385403","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3035316"},{"teacherId":2911805,"projectId":10715611,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting the Clean and Healthy Classroom project. The students have been enjoying their fruit snacks. I have an ample supply of tissues and Lysol wipes that I have been sharing with the staff at my school. The chair has been a great reward for the students who follow the B's of Behavior. We are using the sanitizer and alcohol wipes to keep hands and electronics clean and germ free. Our district usually runs out of tissues, so this supply should keep us going for awhile. The students, staff and I are appreciative of your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1791943294741,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-healthy-classroom/10715611/","projectTitle":"Clean and Healthy Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coppula","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2911805_orig.png?crop=296,296,x0,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1790796800431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2911805"},{"teacherId":2898490,"projectId":10712553,"letterContent":"My class and I want to thank you for your generous donations do our classroom. They were so excited to open the boxes and see what was provided to them. The students were smiling and saying, \"I wonder what is in here\". Some of the students were jumping up and down when they saw what was in the box. I loved how their eyes lit up every time a box was opened. \r\n We have snack two times a day: once in the morning and once in the afternoon. The students tummies always know when it is snack time. For the morning snack, we take 15 minutes out of our schedule to enjoy it. For the afternoon snack, we do a working snack. They eat while we do math. The students looked forward to picking the snack of their choice every day. \r\n Thank you Tepper Foundation for providing us with the snacks for the students to be successful while learning. They can concentrate on school without being hungry.","fullyFundedDate":1791047569605,"projectUrl":"project/happy-tummies-happy-learning/10712553/","projectTitle":"Happy Tummies, Happy Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stouffer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2898490_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1543329746246","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-stouffer"},{"teacherId":2911805,"projectId":10708256,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity and support of my Sweet Treats project. The students are very excited to read The Chocolate Touch and eat their rainbow lollipop as their sweet treat. You support helps to make learning fun for my students. As a teacher it is very rewarding to see students get excited about reading. They always get very excited when there is a treat to make learning fun and rememberable. They students are also looking forward to playing the Hershey domino game during recess. This game will tie in nicely with our Milton Hershey unit.","fullyFundedDate":1791233996661,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-treats/10708256/","projectTitle":"Sweet Treats","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coppula","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2911805_orig.png?crop=296,296,x0,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1790796800431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2911805"},{"teacherId":10670479,"projectId":10734604,"letterContent":"The snacks have made a positive difference in our classroom by helping students feel cared for, supported, and ready to learn. My students were excited and grateful when they saw the snacks, and their smiles showed how much this simple resource meant to them. Having snacks available helps students stay focused and engaged throughout the school day, especially when they need a little extra energy or encouragement.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using the snacks to support students during our daily lessons and PE activities. Having snacks available can help students stay motivated and focused on their learning goals. This project has provided more than just food; it has helped build a classroom community where students feel valued and ready to do their best. Thank you to our generous donors for making this possible and for investing in our students' success!","fullyFundedDate":1791828915724,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-learning-and-play/10734604/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Learning and Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hoch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10670479_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1789527606388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10670479"},{"teacherId":2861513,"projectId":10714885,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project and helping provide my students with snacks, cozy blankets, and warm hats and gloves! Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in my classroom!\r\n\r\nAs a kindergarten teacher, I know that children learn best when their basic needs are met. Having snacks helps keep little tummies full and gives students the energy they need to learn and participate throughout the school day. The blankets provide extra comfort and warmth, while the hats and gloves will help keep our students warm during the cold winter months. These items may seem small, but they mean so much to my children and their families.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes far beyond these supplies—it helps us provide comfort, meet needs, and make a lasting impact on my little learners.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for making a difference in my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1791078051622,"projectUrl":"project/warm-up-and-fill-up/10714885/","projectTitle":"Warm Up and Fill Up","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2861513"},{"teacherId":2911026,"projectId":10657185,"letterContent":"hank you so much for your generous support of our Warm, Well-Fed & Ready to Learn project! Your kindness and generosity are making a wonderful difference in the lives of my second-grade students. By providing healthy snacks, hygiene supplies, and warm sweatshirts, you are helping meet some of their most basic needs. These supplies allow my students to feel comfortable, cared for, and ready to take on each school day with confidence and excitement.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding parts of being a second-grade teacher is seeing how the smallest acts of kindness can make the biggest difference. Imagine a child coming into our classroom on a chilly morning without a warm sweatshirt or a student quietly mentioning that they didn't have much to eat before school. Being able to offer that child a cozy sweatshirt or a snack without hesitation means so much more than simply meeting a physical need. It brings a smile to their face, helps them feel safe and cared for, and allows them to settle into their day ready to learn. Having hygiene supplies available also gives my students the confidence to participate in classroom activities without feeling embarrassed or uncomfortable. These everyday moments remind me that children learn best when they feel loved, supported, and secure.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes far beyond providing supplies. You are helping me create a classroom where every child knows they matter and where their needs are met with kindness and compassion. Instead of worrying about being hungry, cold, or uncomfortable, my students can focus on reading, writing, solving math problems, making friends, and discovering new things. Thank you for being part of our classroom family and for helping me take care of my second graders. Your thoughtfulness is making a difference not only in their education but also in their hearts. We are truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1790945996456,"projectUrl":"project/warm-well-fed-and-ready-to-learn/10657185/","projectTitle":"Warm, Well-Fed and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Snyder's","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2911026"},{"teacherId":2911026,"projectId":10690971,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Warm, Well-Fed & Ready to Learn project! Your kindness and generosity are making a wonderful difference in the lives of my second-grade students. By providing healthy snacks, hygiene supplies, and warm sweatshirts, you are helping meet some of their most basic needs. These supplies allow my students to feel comfortable, cared for, and ready to take on each school day with confidence and excitement.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding parts of being a second-grade teacher is seeing how the smallest acts of kindness can make the biggest difference. Imagine a child coming into our classroom on a chilly morning without a warm sweatshirt or a student quietly mentioning that they didn't have much to eat before school. Being able to offer that child a cozy sweatshirt or a snack without hesitation means so much more than simply meeting a physical need. It brings a smile to their face, helps them feel safe and cared for, and allows them to settle into their day ready to learn. Having hygiene supplies available also gives my students the confidence to participate in classroom activities without feeling embarrassed or uncomfortable. These everyday moments remind me that children learn best when they feel loved, supported, and secure.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes far beyond providing supplies. You are helping me create a classroom where every child knows they matter and where their needs are met with kindness and compassion. Instead of worrying about being hungry, cold, or uncomfortable, my students can focus on reading, writing, solving math problems, making friends, and discovering new things. Thank you for being part of our classroom family and for helping me take care of my second graders. Your thoughtfulness is making a difference not only in their education but also in their hearts. We are truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1790812904889,"projectUrl":"project/growing-strong-readers-with-just-right-b/10690971/","projectTitle":"Growing Strong Readers With Just-Right Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Snyder's","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2911026"},{"teacherId":6864100,"projectId":10656203,"letterContent":"Thank you again for all of the snacks. Being able to provide so much food for my students makes me feel so much better. Knowing that their basic need for food is being well cared for is an amazing feeling.\r\n\r\nWe use the snacks daily during snack time. The students are allowed to pick one of the items and enjoy some downtime. One of the students even commented on how much there was and said he had never seen so many options.\r\n\r\nWhen all of the boxes arrived, my students were confused. We opened them in the afternoon, and they were thrilled by what they were seeing.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible. I truly appreciate your kindness and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1790878540937,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time/10656203/","projectTitle":"Snack Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yeager","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6864100_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x129,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757528996336","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6864100"},{"teacherId":2919096,"projectId":10366698,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my Graphic Novels to Accelerate Reading project! These books are helping students strengthen comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, and confidence while making reading more enjoyable. Graphic novels are especially motivating for reluctant readers and students who may find traditional books challenging. The illustrations help support understanding while encouraging students to keep reading.\r\n\r\nStudents love choosing new books, discovering new characters and series, and sharing their favorites with friends. The graphic novels have created excitement about independent reading and give students more opportunities to practice important reading skills. They are also helping students work toward their individual reading goals and experience success as readers. Thank you for helping the students in my school build confidence, develop stronger reading skills, and discover the joy of reading!","fullyFundedDate":1786027254696,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-to-accelerate-reading/10366698/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels to Accelerate Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frankenbery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2919096_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701217800259","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2919096"},{"teacherId":10413375,"projectId":10044317,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited to receive their very own copies of the first six books in the I Survived series! Having their own books has encouraged our students to explore reading, build confidence, and develop a love for stories. The bookmarks were an extra special addition that students can use as they read and continue building their independent reading skills.\r\n\r\nThis project has given our students the opportunity to have books they can call their own and enjoy both in the classroom and at home. We are so grateful to our donors for helping make reading more exciting and accessible for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1778770480456,"projectUrl":"project/books-in-every-hand-readers-in-every-se/10044317/","projectTitle":"Books in Every Hand, Readers in Every Seat","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perbonish","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10413375_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768919539621","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10413375"},{"teacherId":2911805,"projectId":10539490,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to the Keep Our Koi Fish Safe Project. The new net is keeping our fish safe as well as keeping the fall foliage out of the pond. The realistic heron decoy has even fooled a few of our teachers! The faux rock is keeping our aerator out of the elements of weather. It will protect the aerator from rain, snow and the cold. All these items are helping our fish stay safe and healthy! The students of Mendon Elementary and I greatly appreciate your generosity. Our koi fish, Drake, Gerald and Banana appreciate it also!","fullyFundedDate":1788357772205,"projectUrl":"project/keep-our-koi-safe/10539490/","projectTitle":"Keep Our Koi Safe","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coppula","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2911805_orig.png?crop=296,296,x0,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1790796800431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2911805"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_91252","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":234,"numTeachers":17,"percentFrplEligible":90,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":97,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":0,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"13.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":77.2,"schoolId":91252,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mendon Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mendon Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/yough-school-district/mendon-elementary-school/91252"}