{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Polk Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7133713,"projectId":10403342,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations of school supplies. We have been using the pencils, markers and folders to finish setting up our desks and cubbies for the school year. We will be using the sheet protectors for our binders in class which help keep up organized throughout the year. New markers are always a big hit and my students were so excited to get them. I was very happy to not have to worry about running around picking up supplies in the days leading up to the beginning of school because I knew I would have what I needed arriving soon. \r\n\r\nMy class is very appreciate! Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1787140882049,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-start-the-year-off-right/10403342/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Start the Year Off Right!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7133713"},{"teacherId":7133572,"projectId":10228031,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting the organization in my classroom! Magnetic shelves have been so useful in displaying read-aloud books that pair with our current learning to increase interest and engagement. Binders have been invaluable in creating a place to hold our weekly tests, goal setting pages, and encourage parent engagement.\r\n\r\nStudents are especially loving the new wobble stools and fidget toys! They help them stay focused on their learning by facilitating appropriate wiggling. I have also been able to purchase many resources through Teachers Pay Teachers to create language arts focus walls and vocabulary cards. My students and I are so appreciative of those who generously support our learning!","fullyFundedDate":1778004640060,"projectUrl":"project/structured-and-flexible-organization-too/10228031/","projectTitle":"Structured and Flexible Organization Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dye","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7133572_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692571601908","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7133572"},{"teacherId":5872918,"projectId":10296868,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom by providing sensory and classroom materials for my students! Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom and has given my students new tools to help them feel comfortable, engaged, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were so excited to see all of the new resources! They were eager to explore the different sensory items and quickly began discovering which materials helped them feel calm, focused, and ready to participate. It was wonderful to see their excitement and curiosity as they tried out the new items.\r\n\r\nWe are using these resources throughout our school day, especially during learning activities, transitions, and times when students need a sensory break. One special moment was watching students use the weighted lap pads during classroom work. Students who sometimes have difficulty staying focused were able to use the lap pads to help regulate their bodies while they learn.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue incorporating these materials into our daily routines and lessons while helping students learn how to recognize what their bodies need and choose appropriate tools to support themselves. As we continue with our current classroom activities and projects, students will have opportunities to practice using the sensory resources independently and appropriately while staying engaged in their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and our classroom. Your generosity has provided much more than classroom materials—it has given my students additional opportunities to feel successful, supported, and ready to learn. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1787140935232,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-help-for-students-with-disabilit/10296868/","projectTitle":"Sensory Help for Students With Disabilities!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Birmingham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5872918"},{"teacherId":7134161,"projectId":10258423,"letterContent":"The bar stools have transformed our high-top work area into the most popular spot in the room—giving students a comfortable, designated space where they can collaborate or zero in on independent work during group time. Meanwhile, resources purchased with the Teachers Pay Teachers gift card allow me to quickly adapt and print targeted, differentiated practice materials for our current math and literacy units. The keychain system is a daily anchor in our classroom: after kicking off the year by giving every student their first keychain at Back to School Night, students continue earning new ones throughout the school year as rewards for reaching academic milestones and demonstrating positive behavior.\r\n\r\nThe excitement started right at Back to School Night when students and families first saw the keychains and the display board. Students were immediately talking about which rewards they were going to work toward first. When they walked in on the first week and saw the bar stools set up, the high-top table instantly felt like a real \"grown-up\" workstation, with students vying for the chance to sit there right away. Seeing these new upgrades made them feel valued and gave our classroom a fresh, energizing start to the year.\r\n\r\nWith these tools in place, students are currently working through a multi-step project where they set and track their own personal growth goals. Earning their next keychain serves as a tangible milestone as they complete each phase, keeping their momentum high. As we move into our next unit, students will continue using the high-top seating area for peer-editing and small-group problem solving, while I use the TPT resources to tailor instruction to each child's individual needs. Thank you for giving my students a space—and an incentive system—that reflects their hard work!","fullyFundedDate":1778077906058,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-seats-and-creative-keys-to-l/10258423/","projectTitle":"Comfortable Seats and Creative Keys to Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7134161_orig.jpg?crop=956,956,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755302577434","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7134161"},{"teacherId":7134161,"projectId":9756732,"letterContent":"Words cannot fully express how grateful my students and I are for your generous support! Thanks to this grant, our classroom library has been transformed with a significantly broader and more diverse collection of district-approved books. Having these new resources has completely energized our daily reading instruction. My students now have the freedom to choose stories that reflect their own experiences and spark their curiosity, while I have access to a rich variety of texts tailored specifically for our guided reading groups. Your generosity has not only put new books into small hands, but it has also fostered a deeper love for reading and helped every child in my classroom feel seen and supported. Thank you for making a lasting difference in our learning journey!","fullyFundedDate":1758817969794,"projectUrl":"project/bridging-the-literacy-gap-a-targeted-cl/9756732/","projectTitle":"Bridging the Literacy Gap: A Targeted Classroom Resource Initiative","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7134161_orig.jpg?crop=956,956,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755302577434","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7134161"},{"teacherId":7134161,"projectId":10432550,"letterContent":"The new storage tools have instantly transformed the flow of our day—students head straight to clearly labeled bins to independently grab their supplies, saving valuable instructional time. We recently put our multicultural art materials to work during an identity self-portrait project. Students used skin-tone crayons, markers, and paper shades to create portraits that accurately represent themselves, while utilizing our community supplies to add personal symbols that reflect their unique backgrounds and interests.\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes first arrived and were opened, the excitement in the room was contagious! The students were immediately drawn to the diverse array of art supplies. Hearing a student point to a specific shade and say, \"This actually looks like my skin color!\" was a unforgettable moment. The organized storage bins also gave them a sense of pride in their environment—they immediately took ownership of keeping their new, brightly sorted supplies neat and accessible.\r\n\r\nNow that students have completed their self-portraits, our next step is to hang their artwork on our community display board alongside written reflection pieces about what makes them unique. We will continue to build on this momentum using our celebration supplies to acknowledge weekly growth, effort, and peer-support milestones. Thanks to your support, our classroom is well-stocked, highly organized, and full of joyful, confident learners!","fullyFundedDate":1787140592479,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-setting-the-stage-for-su/10432550/","projectTitle":"Back to School: Setting the Stage for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7134161_orig.jpg?crop=956,956,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755302577434","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7134161"},{"teacherId":5267042,"projectId":10228778,"letterContent":"The day the boxes arrived, the energy was electric! Seeing the Squishmallows, figurines, and magnets, students were wide-eyed and immediately discussed the goals they would set to earn them. These tangible rewards made them feel valued, proving their hard work is recognized. Our Cougar pride is soaring, and these incentives sparked an immediate shift from reluctance to eager participation.\r\n\r\nTo combat absenteeism and sustain growth, these resources drive our next steps:\r\n\r\nAttendance Streaks: We're launching a challenge where daily presence unlocks tiered rewards, building momentum starting in our morning Crew Meetings.\r\n\r\nAcademic Milestones: Students will track \"small wins\" in reading and math, earning prizes as they hit new benchmarks.\r\n\r\nSelf-Regulation: We are using mini putty during Zen Time as tactile focus tools for independent work.\r\n\r\nOur ultimate goal is to keep this momentum going so every student is motivated to show up every day!","fullyFundedDate":1777994954011,"projectUrl":"project/the-momentum-project/10228778/","projectTitle":"The Momentum Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ashby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5267042_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522288156233","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5267042"},{"teacherId":9969466,"projectId":10263817,"letterContent":"Thanks for the clipboards. We use them everyday and the students love them. Last year I had students use whiteboards just as a hard surface, but these clipboards keep the paper on one spot. Students got really excited when they say the different colors (blue, purple, pink, yellow, green, and red). \r\n\r\nWe use the clipboards a lot especially for math. Students sit back to back, work on question 1 by themselves, then they turn around to compare. After that routine is finished, they do it again until all of the problems are finished. These clipboards are amazing.","fullyFundedDate":1778007739669,"projectUrl":"project/third-grade-readers-and-organization/10263817/","projectTitle":"Third Grade Readers and Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9969466"},{"teacherId":5502494,"projectId":10364124,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Building Thinking Classrooms With Vertical Math Spaces project! Your generosity has transformed the way my students approach math. The rolling vertical whiteboards allow students to work in small, randomly selected teams where they can stand, solve problems together, explain their reasoning, and learn from one another.\r\n\r\nWe have already used the boards for skills such as rounding and multi-digit addition, and I have seen a noticeable difference in student engagement and mathematical thinking. Instead of quietly completing problems at their desks, students are talking through strategies, using academic math vocabulary, drawing models, revising their thinking, and comparing different ways to solve the same problem. The vertical boards also allow me to quickly see every group's work, address misconceptions, and choose students to share their reasoning with the class. The timers, marker holders, erasers, and organization materials have helped make this routine efficient and accessible for students.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these materials are helping create a classroom where students understand that mathematics is not just about getting an answer it is about thinking, communicating, collaborating, and persevering through challenges. Students are becoming more confident about sharing their ideas and learning that there can be more than one meaningful path toward a solution.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and giving them a classroom environment where they can move, think deeply, take academic risks, and learn from one another. Your support is making a meaningful difference in our classroom every day!","fullyFundedDate":1787140827684,"projectUrl":"project/building-thinking-classrooms-with-vertic/10364124/","projectTitle":"Building Thinking Classrooms With Vertical Math Spaces","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dutcher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5502494_orig.jpg?crop=432,432,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711480180422","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-dutcher"},{"teacherId":7114891,"projectId":10278014,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest thanks for funding our \"Big Feelings, Brave Minds\" project. Your support has brought invaluable social-emotional learning resources into our third-grade classroom, and the impact on my students has already started to show.\r\n\r\nThe collection of SEL books you made possible has opened up meaningful conversations in our classroom. My young learners are discovering that everyone experiences big emotions, and they're learning the vocabulary to name what they're feeling. These read-aloud sessions are becoming cherished moments where students see themselves in the characters and realize they're not alone in navigating friendship challenges, disappointment, worry, and excitement.\r\n\r\nThe activity resources have started to become equally transformative. My students now have practical strategies they can use when emotions feel overwhelming. We've practiced breathing techniques, created calm-down corners, and explored different ways to express feelings in healthy ways. I'm watching students who struggled with frustration or anxiety just a couple of weeks ago apply these tools independently, taking deep breaths before a challenging math problem or using their words to resolve conflicts during recess.\r\n\r\nThe growth I'm witnessing will extend far beyond emotional regulation. As my students develop these skills, they're becoming more confident learners, better friends, and more resilient problem-solvers. Your investment will truly nurture the whole child.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the importance of social-emotional learning and for supporting our classroom community. Your generosity is making a lasting difference in these young lives.","fullyFundedDate":1778258534286,"projectUrl":"project/big-feelings-brave-minds/10278014/","projectTitle":"“Big Feelings, Brave Minds”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gibson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7114891"},{"teacherId":7114891,"projectId":10232825,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our classroom project, \"Getting Our Classroom in Shipshape and Bristol Fashion.\" Your funding has truly transformed our third-grade learning environment at Polk Elementary School.\r\n\r\nThe organizational materials you provided have made an incredible difference in our daily classroom life. The bins and containers have given every item a designated home—from our Amplify reading program materials to our extensive collection of math manipulatives. My students can now easily locate the base-ten blocks, fraction tiles, and counters they need for math lessons, and our unit readers are beautifully organized and accessible for reading time.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboards have become learning tool, helping my third graders stay focused on the work and show their thinking throughout the day. The cleaning supplies have empowered my students to take ownership of our space, and they take great pride in keeping our classroom tidy and welcoming.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this organization has given us more time for what matters most—learning! We no longer spend precious minutes searching for materials or tidying up chaos. Instead, we dive right into rich literacy discussions and hands-on math exploration.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and in the education of these wonderful third graders. Your support has created a learning environment where both my students and I can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1777995288198,"projectUrl":"project/getting-our-classroom-in-shipshape-and-b/10232825/","projectTitle":"Getting Our Classroom in Shipshape and Bristol Fashion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gibson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7114891"},{"teacherId":9200607,"projectId":10250623,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our classroom project! The moment our supplies arrived, my students were buzzing with excitement—their eyes lit up when they realized the new markers, pencils, and highlighters were dedicated tools for their daily use, giving them a whole new sense of pride and ownership. They immediately put the paint to work creating vibrant personal banners that reflect their unique goals and identities, transforming our classroom wall into a display of their self-expression and creativity.\r\n​Your support is directly fueling our hands-on learning as we jump into our upcoming science unit. Students are eager to use the owl pellets to act as real field scientists, dissecting them to identify bones, trace energy flows, and map out food webs firsthand. They will then use their fresh markers and highlighters to color-code their evidence and publish their final scientific findings. Your kindness did more than just supply our room with materials—it sparked genuine curiosity and showed my students that a whole community is cheering them on.","fullyFundedDate":1778179257818,"projectUrl":"project/pellets-paint-and-planning/10250623/","projectTitle":"Pellets, Paint, and Planning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Port","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9200607"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_33406","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":517,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":43,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":60,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":31,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":63.2,"schoolId":33406,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Polk Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Polk Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/utah/ogden-school-district/polk-elementary-school/33406"}