{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wasatch Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":67.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5930975,"projectId":10124667,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, Eagles Take Flight with Real-World Learning! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to Scholastic magazines for Social Studies and Science, which bring current events and real-world discoveries right into our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese magazines help my students connect what they are learning in school to what is happening in the world around them. They spark meaningful discussions, build vocabulary, strengthen reading comprehension, and inspire curiosity about science, history, and global events. My students get so excited when a new issue arrives, and they love exploring the articles, photos, and activities together.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is helping our Eagles become more informed, thoughtful learners who are excited to read and learn about the world. Thank you for investing in my students and making these opportunities possible!","fullyFundedDate":1773328163394,"projectUrl":"project/wes-eagles-take-flight-with-real-world-l/10124667/","projectTitle":"WES Eagles Take Flight with Real-World Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Westwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5930975_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714101253594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5930975"},{"teacherId":6049838,"projectId":9336197,"letterContent":"Reading books in a fifth and sixth grade classroom has a powerful impact on students' academic growth and overall development. At this stage, students transition from learning to read to reading to learn. Regular exposure to books helps strengthen vocabulary, comprehension, and critical thinking skills. As students encounter new words, ideas, and text structures, they develop the ability to analyze information, make connections, and understand more complex topics across subject areas such as science, history, and mathematics.\r\n\r\nReading also plays an important role in building empathy and perspective. Through stories and characters, students are exposed to experiences, cultures, and viewpoints that may be different from their own. This helps them develop social awareness and emotional understanding while strengthening their ability to discuss themes, motivations, and conflicts within a text. Classroom reading discussions encourage students to share ideas, listen to others, and support their thinking with evidence.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, providing access to engaging books fosters a lifelong love of reading. When students are given time to read independently and explore a variety of genres, they are more likely to discover topics that interest them and see reading as enjoyable rather than just an academic task. Developing strong reading habits during the upper elementary years supports continued success in middle school and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1755748836135,"projectUrl":"project/starting-over-with-reading/9336197/","projectTitle":"Starting Over with Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DuClair","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6049838_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y269&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679702599602","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsduclair"},{"teacherId":5930975,"projectId":10070101,"letterContent":"Beyond physical health, your support has reinforced emotional well-being. Students know that someone outside our classroom cared enough to provide for them. That message builds confidence and security. In a school community where resources can sometimes be limited, your generosity sends a powerful signal: You matter.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are beginning a science unit focused on the human body and healthy habits. Because of your donation, we can make authentic connections between what we are learning and what we practice daily in our classroom. Students will explore how nutrition, hygiene, sleep, and stress management impact overall health and academic performance. They will even create informational posters encouraging healthy habits, applying both science knowledge and writing skills.\r\n\r\nYour gift has done more than provide supplies. It has strengthened our classroom community, supported student responsibility, and created an environment where students can truly thrive. When students feel safe, cared for, and well, they are far more ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us stay healthy, happy, and prepared for every school day. Your generosity is felt in countless small moments — and those moments add up to something truly powerful.","fullyFundedDate":1772224487376,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-happy-and-ready-to-learn-well/10070101/","projectTitle":"Healthy, Happy, and Ready to Learn: Wellness Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Westwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5930975_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714101253594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5930975"},{"teacherId":5930975,"projectId":10058760,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for my students at Wasatch Elementary, and we are so grateful.\r\nThe day the boxes arrived was unforgettable. Students' eyes lit up as we unpacked everything together. There were gasps, cheers, and repeated questions of, \"These are for us?!\" Many of my students don't always have access to fresh supplies, so receiving new materials felt incredibly special. \r\nWe've also used the materials in science and social studies projects. Students have created colorful posters and visual displays to share what they've learned. Instead of worrying about running out of materials, we can focus fully on creativity, collaboration, and learning. The pride students feel when presenting polished work to their classmates has been wonderful to see.\r\nBeyond academics, your support has had a powerful emotional impact. Students feel valued and encouraged. They see that people outside our classroom care about their success. That message is just as important as the supplies themselves.\r\nThanks to you, we have the materials to brainstorm, sketch, test, and improve their ideas. I know they will approach this challenge with confidence because they now have the tools they need.\r\nYour generosity has created opportunity, built confidence, and brightened our classroom days in meaningful ways. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their futures.","fullyFundedDate":1772223897765,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-and-smiles-help-brighten-our-c/10058760/","projectTitle":"Supplies and Smiles: Help Brighten Our Classroom Days!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Westwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5930975_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714101253594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5930975"},{"teacherId":5930975,"projectId":10058691,"letterContent":"With our new LEGO sets, students worked in collaborative teams to design and build their own versions of the Statue of Liberty. Before building, we studied the history of the monument, discussed its symbolism, and explored why it remains such a powerful representation of freedom and hope. Students sketched blueprints, labeled key features like the torch and tablet, and connected each part of the structure to what it symbolizes. Then came the building phase — and the room was buzzing with excitement, problem-solving, and teamwork!These materials have allowed learning to become hands-on and deeply meaningful. Instead of simply reading about history, students are physically constructing their understanding. They are practicing engineering skills, collaboration, perseverance, and critical thinking — all while connecting to an important historical symbol.\r\n\r\nNext, students will move into a writing extension where they create an informational piece or persuasive speech explaining why the Statue of Liberty remains relevant today. They will also compare it to other American symbols and discuss how monuments tell the story of a nation. Some groups are even planning small presentations where they will showcase their LEGO models and explain the symbolism behind their design choices.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom became a space where history, creativity, and innovation came together in the most joyful way. Thank you for helping us build more than just a monument — you helped us build curiosity, confidence, and a deeper understanding of freedom. We are so grateful for your generosity and belief in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1771030451263,"projectUrl":"project/building-freedom-exploring-the-statue-o/10058691/","projectTitle":"Building Freedom: Exploring the Statue of Liberty Through LEGO","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Westwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5930975_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714101253594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5930975"},{"teacherId":120613,"projectId":9962481,"letterContent":"Thanks to this project, my students now have resources that truly elevate how we learn every day—especially in science. We've been using the new materials during hands-on lessons to explore energy and energy transfer in meaningful, concrete ways. Instead of just reading about these concepts, students are experimenting, observing cause-and-effect, and discussing how energy moves from one form to another. One especially powerful moment was watching students work together to explain energy transfer using the supplies, confidently using scientific vocabulary and making real-world connections.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and genuine. There were smiles, questions, and eager hands ready to get started. Many students couldn't wait to test them out and see how they worked, especially during our energy investigations. That excitement quickly turned into deeper understanding as students realized they could see and feel science happening right in front of them. These tools helped make a challenging topic more accessible and engaging for all learners.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, donors truly became part of our classroom journey. As we move forward, students will continue building on their understanding of energy and energy transfer by applying what they've learned to more advanced experiments and projects. They'll use these supplies to test predictions, analyze results, and explain their thinking with confidence. Your support has made science come alive in our classroom, creating lasting curiosity and a stronger foundation for future learning.","fullyFundedDate":1769178063210,"projectUrl":"project/science-rules-energy-and-energy-transf/9962481/","projectTitle":"Science Rules - Energy and Energy Transfer","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. M.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp120613_orig.png?crop=284,284,x8,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1552682504699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/120613"},{"teacherId":10350359,"projectId":9895311,"letterContent":"The Book Studies project has played a powerful role in getting students excited about reading by exposing them to a wide variety of characters, cultures, and life experiences. With access to engaging and diverse books, our class uses these texts in book study groups where students read, discuss, and reflect together. Working in small groups allows students to share their thoughts, ask questions, and make personal connections to the characters and their stories, which increases engagement and motivation to read.\r\n\r\nThrough these book study groups, students strengthen comprehension skills such as understanding plot, identifying themes, and analyzing character development while learning from one another's perspectives. The collaborative discussions help students think more deeply about the text and build confidence in expressing their ideas. As a result, students not only improve their reading comprehension but also discover a genuine passion for reading by exploring books that interest them.","fullyFundedDate":1769178051841,"projectUrl":"project/book-studies/9895311/","projectTitle":"Book Studies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10350359"},{"teacherId":5930975,"projectId":10052939,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our Lunar New Year project! Your generosity made it possible for my fifth graders to learn about this meaningful celebration through engaging books, hands-on activities, and cultural exploration. Because of you, students gained a deeper appreciation for global traditions and the joy of new beginnings.\r\n\r\nMy fifth graders were thrilled to dive into this celebration through engaging books and hands-on activities. Students were excited to create lanterns, explore zodiac symbols, and share what they learned with classmates. Your generosity sparked curiosity, joy, and meaningful cultural learning that truly made an impact.","fullyFundedDate":1769314349825,"projectUrl":"project/lets-horse-around-and-learn-about-the-l/10052939/","projectTitle":"Let's Horse Around and Learn About the Lunar New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Westwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5930975_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714101253594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5930975"},{"teacherId":5930975,"projectId":9871973,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! I have an amazing group of fifth graders who are curious, imaginative, and eager to learn. This year, they are diving into Amplify CKLA, exploring rich topics such as the Renaissance, Native American cultures, the Maya civilization, and even Shakespeare.\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students will be able to bring these stories to life through hands-on, creative projects. As they study the Renaissance, students will sculpt like Michelangelo using carving soap and tools—helping them visualize history, connect deeply to the texts we read, and express their understanding in meaningful ways.","fullyFundedDate":1769099359659,"projectUrl":"project/make-ckla-more-engaging-through-soap-car/9871973/","projectTitle":"Make CKLA More Engaging Through Soap Carving!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Westwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5930975_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714101253594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5930975"},{"teacherId":5930975,"projectId":9941596,"letterContent":"The soap carving project brought the Renaissance to life for my students in a powerful, hands-on way. Instead of only reading about Renaissance artists and sculptors, students were able to experience the creative process themselves by planning, designing, and carving their own \"stone\" sculptures from soap. We used classroom technology—such as short instructional videos, images of famous Renaissance sculptures, and the document camera—to model techniques, study details, and connect our work directly to CKLA content. This helped students better understand how Renaissance artists observed the human form, worked carefully over time, and expressed ideas through art.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students was having the tools and materials to create something tangible they could be proud of. Many students who sometimes struggle with traditional reading or writing activities truly shined during this project. A few students who are typically quiet or hesitant in class became deeply engaged, showing persistence, problem-solving, and creativity as they refined their designs. The project boosted confidence, encouraged collaboration, and made learning memorable. Thanks to your support, students didn't just learn about the Renaissance—they experienced it, making meaningful connections that will stay with them far beyond this unit.","fullyFundedDate":1768417235691,"projectUrl":"project/you-get-an-earbud-you-get-an-earbud/9941596/","projectTitle":"You Get an Earbud, You Get an Earbud!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Westwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5930975_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714101253594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5930975"},{"teacherId":5930975,"projectId":9950862,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in supporting our project, Warm Hands, Warmer Hearts: Teaching Compassion Through Giving. Because of you, my students were able to take part in a meaningful service-learning experience that helped them understand compassion in a real and powerful way. Using the resources you provided, students participated in a class giving project focused on helping others in need. They worked together to organize, prepare, and reflect on donated items, discussing who might receive them and how these small acts of kindness could make a difference. One especially memorable moment was watching students carefully sort items while having thoughtful conversations about gratitude, empathy, and the importance of helping those around us.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their excitement quickly turned into purpose. Many immediately asked questions about who would benefit and how they could help more. Several students shared personal experiences about times when kindness made a difference in their own lives, while others expressed pride in being able to give back. For some, this was their first experience participating in a service project, and they took it seriously—showing responsibility, teamwork, and genuine care. I was especially moved by how students encouraged one another to be thoughtful and respectful throughout the process. These authentic reactions showed just how deeply the experience resonated with them.","fullyFundedDate":1765678791751,"projectUrl":"project/warm-hands-warmer-hearts-teaching-comp/9950862/","projectTitle":"Warm Hands, Warmer Hearts: Teaching Compassion Through Giving","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Westwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5930975_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714101253594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5930975"},{"teacherId":5930975,"projectId":9967157,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting our project, Celebrating Lunar New Year Around the World. Because of you, my students were able to explore this important cultural celebration in a meaningful, hands-on way that went far beyond reading from a textbook. The resources you provided became the foundation for a rich learning experience that blended social studies, literacy, art, and meaningful classroom conversations. Your support helped transform our classroom into a place of curiosity, respect, and celebration of global traditions.\r\n\r\nWe used the materials to learn how Lunar New Year is celebrated across different countries, including China, Vietnam, Korea, and beyond. Students rotated through learning stations where they explored traditions, symbols, foods, and stories connected to the holiday. One particularly memorable project was when students created their own informational displays highlighting a specific country's Lunar New Year traditions. They researched customs, practiced summarizing key ideas, and presented their findings to classmates. These resources helped students visualize the celebration and truly understand its significance, making learning engaging and accessible for all.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. Many were drawn to the vibrant colors, symbols, and hands-on elements, and several students shared personal connections to the holiday that they had never spoken about before. Others were eager to ask questions and compare Lunar New Year traditions to celebrations they already knew. The classroom buzzed with curiosity and enthusiasm, and students who are sometimes hesitant to participate were eager to join discussions. It was powerful to see how quickly the materials sparked both excitement and deeper understanding.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, students also gained a greater appreciation for cultural diversity and global perspectives. 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