{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ocean Park Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8780041,"projectId":10238773,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our special education classroom. Because of your kindness, our students now have binders and organizational materials that are already making a huge difference in our daily learning routines. These binders are being used to store student work samples, track academic and behavioral goals, organize communication between school and home, and help students keep their materials in one safe place. For many of our students, organization is an important skill that takes direct practice, and these resources are helping them build confidence and independence every day.\r\nWhen the students first saw the new binders, they were excited to choose colors, help organize materials, and personalize their learning tools. One special moment was watching a student who often struggles with organization proudly put their completed work into the correct section independently for the first time. The binders have also helped make small group instruction smoother because students can quickly access the materials they need without becoming overwhelmed or frustrated.\r\nAs we continue through the school year, students will use these binders to track progress on IEP goals, save writing samples, and build portfolios that showcase their growth. We are also using them during reading and math interventions to help students stay organized and engaged during lessons. Your support has provided more than just classroom supplies — it has given our students tools that encourage independence, confidence, and success. Thank you for making a meaningful impact in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1778022792014,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-binders/10238773/","projectTitle":"Classroom Binders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sammi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8780041_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758114048267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8780041"},{"teacherId":8780041,"projectId":10069665,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom snack fund. Your donation has had a positive impact on our special education classroom and has helped create a more supportive learning environment for our students. Many of our students benefit from having consistent access to snacks throughout the day, especially during long academic periods when maintaining focus and emotional regulation can be challenging.\r\nWhen the students saw the snack supplies arrive, they were thrilled. They loved helping organize the snacks and were excited to know they would have access to something when they needed an extra boost. One memorable moment was during math group when a student who typically becomes frustrated in the afternoon was able to stay calm, participate, and complete their work after having a snack break.\r\nWe use the snacks during academic centers, sensory breaks, and small group learning times to help students stay focused and engaged. These resources have also encouraged students to practice independence, patience, and appropriate decision-making skills.\r\nMoving forward, we will continue incorporating these supports into our daily routines as students work on academic goals, social skills, and self-regulation strategies. Your generosity is helping our students feel cared for, comfortable, and prepared to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1770417635787,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-the-classroom/10069665/","projectTitle":"Snacks for the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sammi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8780041_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758114048267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8780041"},{"teacherId":8780041,"projectId":10166796,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom snack fund. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for our special education students each and every day. Many of our students struggle to focus, regulate emotions, and maintain energy throughout the school day. Having access to reliable snacks has helped students stay engaged, calm, and ready to learn.\r\nThe students were incredibly excited when they first saw the snack cart fully stocked. Several students immediately expressed gratitude and relief knowing they would have something available if they felt hungry during the day. One special moment was seeing a student who often struggles during afternoon learning time successfully complete their reading work after having a quick snack break.\r\nWe use the snacks during small group instruction, sensory breaks, and times when students need extra support staying regulated and focused. These resources have also helped build independence as students practice making choices and following routines respectfully.\r\nAs we continue through the school year, we will keep using these snacks to support learning, positive behavior, and emotional regulation during academic activities and social skills lessons. Your kindness is helping create a classroom where students feel safe, supported, and ready to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1774385057014,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-snacks/10166796/","projectTitle":"Classroom Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sammi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8780041_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758114048267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8780041"},{"teacherId":8780041,"projectId":9715430,"letterContent":"Because of this classroom snack funding, our students now have consistent access to healthy snacks throughout the school day, which has already made a meaningful impact in our special education classroom. Many of our students struggle with self-regulation, communication, sensory needs, and maintaining focus during academic tasks, and having access to snacks when needed has become an important part of supporting their success. One especially meaningful moment came during our small-group literacy rotations, when a student who typically struggles to remain engaged was able to sit, participate, and complete an entire lesson after having a snack break. We have also been able to incorporate snack time into communication goals by encouraging students to request preferred foods using words, picture icons, communication devices, or short phrases, turning a basic need into a valuable learning opportunity.\r\nWhen the students first saw the new snack supplies, their excitement was immediate. Many smiled, pointed, clapped, or independently requested items using their communication systems. For some of our routine-driven learners, simply knowing that snacks were available created a sense of comfort and predictability that carried over into the rest of their day. It was clear right away that these resources were about much more than food—they represented security, consistency, and support.\r\nAs we move forward, these snacks will continue to play an important role in both academic and social-emotional growth. Our next steps include using snack opportunities to build independence skills such as making choices, waiting appropriately, requesting help, practicing turn-taking, and cleaning up after themselves. We will also continue embedding communication, social interaction, and self-regulation goals into these daily routines. Thanks to this generous support, our students are not only having their basic needs met—they are gaining meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1758803003278,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-snacks/9715430/","projectTitle":"Classroom Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sammi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8780041_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758114048267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8780041"},{"teacherId":8780041,"projectId":9854245,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to support the creation of task boxes in our special education classroom. Because of you, our students now have access to hands-on learning tools that are making a meaningful difference every day.\r\nTask boxes are individualized, structured activities that help students practice essential skills such as fine motor development, matching, sorting, counting, following directions, and problem-solving. The supplies you helped fund—bins, manipulatives, visual supports, and materials—allow us to tailor activities to each student's unique learning needs and goals.\r\nThese task boxes promote independence and confidence by giving students clear expectations and opportunities for success. Many of our students thrive with predictable, hands-on learning, and task boxes allow them to work at their own pace while building academic, functional, and life skills.\r\nBecause of your support, we are seeing increased engagement, improved focus, and a growing sense of accomplishment among our students. Each completed task box represents a moment of success—and those moments add up to meaningful progress over time.\r\nOn behalf of our students and classroom community, thank you for investing in tools that empower learners and support growth. Your generosity is helping create a classroom where every student has the opportunity to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1764703583986,"projectUrl":"project/task-boxes/9854245/","projectTitle":"Task Boxes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sammi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8780041_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758114048267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8780041"},{"teacherId":8780041,"projectId":9862687,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our classroom snack fund. Your support plays an important role in helping our students feel cared for, focused, and ready to learn each day.\r\nFor many students, having access to a snack during the school day makes a meaningful difference. Your contribution helps ensure that students who may come to school hungry—or who need extra nourishment to stay regulated and engaged—have consistent access to snacks in a safe, respectful way.\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is a place where students can focus on learning instead of hunger. Snacks help support attention, emotional regulation, and stamina, especially during long instructional blocks. They also foster a sense of security and belonging, reminding students that their basic needs matter.\r\nYour generosity helps create a supportive classroom environment where all students have what they need to be successful. The impact of your donation is felt daily—in calmer transitions, increased focus, and smiles that show students feel seen and supported.\r\nOn behalf of our students and classroom community, thank you for your kindness and investment in their well-being. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1763498716359,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-snacks/9862687/","projectTitle":"Classroom Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sammi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8780041_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758114048267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8780041"},{"teacherId":8780041,"projectId":9763070,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in helping us purchase fine and gross motor tools for our special education elementary classroom. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to materials that are making a real and visible difference in their daily learning experiences.\r\nThe fine motor tools you helped fund—such as manipulatives, sensory materials, and hand-strengthening activities—are supporting students as they develop essential skills for writing, cutting, buttoning, and other everyday tasks. These tools are helping build independence, confidence, and readiness for academic work.\r\nThe gross motor equipment has been just as impactful. Items that promote movement, balance, and coordination are allowing our students to improve core strength, body awareness, and self-regulation. Many of our students learn best through movement, and these tools give them safe, structured ways to engage their bodies while strengthening focus and participation in the classroom.\r\nMost importantly, your donation has helped create a more inclusive, supportive learning environment where students can grow at their own pace and celebrate their progress. We see increased engagement, joy, and confidence every day—and it is because of your support.\r\nOn behalf of our students and our classroom community, thank you for investing in their growth and success. Your generosity is truly making a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1759762687742,"projectUrl":"project/fine-and-gross-motor-skills/9763070/","projectTitle":"Fine and Gross Motor Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sammi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8780041_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758114048267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8780041"},{"teacherId":8780041,"projectId":9785274,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous donation toward purchasing a new printer and laminating sheets for our special education classroom. Your support has made a meaningful and immediate difference in our ability to create high-quality, engaging materials for our students.\r\nBecause of your contribution, we have been able to build colorful task boxes, visual supports, and hands-on learning activities that truly meet our students' individual needs. The ability to print in color and laminate materials has allowed us to create durable resources that our learners can use every day—resources that are visually clear, interactive, and tailored to their unique learning styles.\r\nThe impact on our students has been remarkable. They are more excited to participate in lessons, more confident when working independently, and more engaged during structured activities. The vibrant visuals and sturdy task materials have helped many of our students better understand routines, build new skills, and experience success in ways that were not possible before.\r\nYour kindness has brought not just color, but joy and opportunity into our classroom. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping us create a learning environment where every child can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1760718505426,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-bring-color-to-the-classroom/9785274/","projectTitle":"Help Us Bring Color to the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sammi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8780041_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758114048267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8780041"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_48538","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":213,"numTeachers":10,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":78,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":16,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"3 - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"21.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":62.7,"schoolId":48538,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ocean Park Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ocean Park Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/washington/ocean-beach-school-district-101/ocean-park-elementary-school/48538"}