{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Rockwell Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":14.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3695203,"projectId":9919285,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity. Because of your support, our classroom has been transformed into a more functional and inviting space with the arrival of the lamination sheets, organizers, Big Joe chair, and the ice maker. It is truly heartening to see our community come together to provide these essential resources that go beyond the standard curriculum to enhance the daily lives of my students.\r\n\r\nThe impact of these items was immediate. The organizers and lamination sheets have been a game-changer for our workflow; students have shared that they feel much more focused and less overwhelmed now that their materials are clearly labeled and durable. Furthermore, the Big Joe chair has become the most coveted spot in the room, providing a sense of physical comfort and a \"home away from home\" feel that helps students settle in and engage with their work.\r\n\r\nPerhaps most surprisingly, the ice maker has become a vital tool for emotional regulation. On long afternoons or stressful days, having access to a cold drink has a remarkably calming effect, allowing students to hit the \"reset\" button and return to their tasks with a clear head. Your contributions have not only provided us with \"things,\" but they have also fostered an environment where students feel seen, supported, and ready to learn. Thank you for making such a tangible difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1772554285777,"projectUrl":"project/lead-by-design/9919285/","projectTitle":"Lead by Design","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Herro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3695203_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753384315781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/julie-herro"},{"teacherId":9036613,"projectId":10134409,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our sincere gratitude for your generous donation to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful and immediate impact on our students.\r\n\r\nThe snacks you provided have been incredibly beneficial, particularly during state and district testing when students need sustained energy and focus. They have also helped ensure that students who may come to school without a snack are still able to participate comfortably in our daily routines. This support has made a noticeable difference in both student well-being and readiness to learn.\r\n\r\nThe reading pens have been equally impactful. These devices allow students to scan text, which is then processed and read aloud to them in real time. This feature has been especially valuable for students with decoding challenges, as it provides immediate access to grade-level content while supporting comprehension and independence. The pens are easy to use and manipulate, and their small, discreet design helps students feel comfortable using them without drawing attention. In fact, the technology has been so engaging that many students are eager to use them.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and the positive difference it is making in our classroom each day. Thank you for investing in our students and supporting their growth and success.","fullyFundedDate":1773863196728,"projectUrl":"project/speedy-readers/10134409/","projectTitle":"Speedy Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Saucedo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9036613_orig.jpg?crop=2106,2106,x0,y63&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738105880930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9036613"},{"teacherId":3695203,"projectId":9919298,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to help provide cleaning supplies for our classroom. We truly appreciate the laundry basket, soap, and cleaners you helped provide for our space. Because of your support, students are able to clean up their dishes independently after use. This keeps our rooms organized while also teaching responsibility and valuable life skills. \r\n\r\nThis is the start of students starting to make the connection between their actions and responsibilities. We are sincerely grateful for your kindness and ongoing support of our students and staff.","fullyFundedDate":1763920265328,"projectUrl":"project/tidy-habits-strong-minds/9919298/","projectTitle":"Tidy Habits, Strong Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Herro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3695203_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753384315781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/julie-herro"},{"teacherId":3165922,"projectId":9576777,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to updating my classroom library. My students were beyond excited to explore the new books, and checkout day was filled with enthusiasm and curiosity. I have already noticed a significant increase in student engagement, and many students are eager to read both during and outside of class time.\r\n\r\nThe selection included so many high quality titles, especially popular book series that students love, as well as books at a wide range of reading levels. This variety ensures that all students can find something that matches both their interests and their individual reading needs. The topics represented truly reflect the interests of this particular group of students, making reading more meaningful and enjoyable for them.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a lasting impact on our classroom community, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to provide my students with such enriching and motivating reading materials.","fullyFundedDate":1765332475402,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-books/9576777/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3165922_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534818713621","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-walters1st"},{"teacherId":3695203,"projectId":9477603,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution toward organizational materials for our classroom. Your support has made an immediate and meaningful difference. These materials help create a calm, structured, and peaceful environment where students feel safe, focused, and ready to learn. By giving us the tools to reduce visual clutter and build routines, you've helped our classroom become a space where students can relax, regulate, and thrive. We are truly grateful for your kindness and investment in our learning community.","fullyFundedDate":1754251077212,"projectUrl":"project/organization-by-example/9477603/","projectTitle":"Organization by Example","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Herro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3695203_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753384315781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/julie-herro"},{"teacherId":9036613,"projectId":9567333,"letterContent":"My students and I are beyond grateful for your generous donation that helped complete our classroom \"Calming Corner.\" Thanks to your support, this special space is now warm, inviting, and full of tools that truly make a difference every single day.\r\n\r\nStudents can now access weighted stuffed animals for comfort, fidgets to help them focus, and resource cards that guide them in identifying their feelings and finding positive solutions. The bright, cheerful posters are wonderful reminders of how to manage big and small problems, use calming strategies, and take deep breaths when they feel overwhelmed.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students have a safe and supportive space where they can regulate, recharge, and return to learning with confidence. It means so much to the students to be thought of and understood — your kindness is helping our students grow emotionally and academically.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,\r\nMrs. Saucedo\r\n& The Students of Rockwell Elementary, Special Education","fullyFundedDate":1761412471120,"projectUrl":"project/a-peaceful-place-for-big-feelings/9567333/","projectTitle":"A Peaceful Place for Big Feelings","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Saucedo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9036613_orig.jpg?crop=2106,2106,x0,y63&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738105880930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9036613"},{"teacherId":3695203,"projectId":9477735,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your donation to my classroom. I am so incredibly thankful for the decodable mysteries-- the boys who use these books actually jumped with joy at having brand new decodable books! These books have phonics patterns that we have been practicing, but now they can take some home and practice with the adults at home. Thank you!\r\n\r\nI also want to thank you for providing dry erase packets and supporting my classroom. My students (and staff) are so lucky to have donors who care about public education and are able to provide much needed items to help with practice. Thank you, thank you, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1753194118277,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-success/9477735/","projectTitle":"Tools for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Herro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3695203_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753384315781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/julie-herro"},{"teacherId":3695203,"projectId":9126543,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! The headphones have made a tremendous difference in myclassroom. For many of my students, loud noises can be overwhelming and stressful, but having access to headphones gives them a way to calm down and feel comfortable. They now have a tool that not only helps them manage noise but also allows them to stay engaged in learning without becoming overstimulated.\r\n\r\nThe vibration plate has also been an incredible resource. It offers students a meaningful break when they need to reset, and it has helped them wake up and feel more alert when their energy is low. For students who need to \"get their wiggles out,\" it provides a safe and supportive way to regulate their bodies so they can return to learning ready to focus.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the light covers have created a much calmer and more welcoming environment in the classroom. With softer lighting, students feel more comfortable and relaxed, which has made a noticeable difference when they are working on academic tasks that require concentration. Altogether, these supports have transformed our space into a place where students feel safe, focused, and cared for. We are truly grateful for the impact you've made!","fullyFundedDate":1746494383482,"projectUrl":"project/fun-fidgets-play-engage-focus/9126543/","projectTitle":"Fun Fidgets: Play, Engage, Focus!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Herro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3695203_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753384315781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/julie-herro"},{"teacherId":3695203,"projectId":9477813,"letterContent":"Thank you so incredibly much for your generous donation in providing headphones, ceiling light fixtures and a vibration plate! The vibe for my room has changed drastically this year. It does feel cozier and there are more opportunities for students to find what they need to help regulate themselves. Additionally, adults have been known to take a break in my room to use the vibration disc as well!\r\n\r\nThank you for recognizing that not all tools for a classroom need to be pencil and paper and/or books and that regulation comes before any academic expectation can be made on students.\r\n\r\nI appreciate your continued support!","fullyFundedDate":1753969110222,"projectUrl":"project/calm-bodies-and-active-minds/9477813/","projectTitle":"Calm Bodies and Active Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Herro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3695203_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753384315781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/julie-herro"},{"teacherId":2546794,"projectId":9267386,"letterContent":"Your generous donations made my students excited to read. We ended the last school year with a spark of joy during our reading block as students were able to reignite their love for reading with new books. I was also able to start the school year with a library that had many new and exciting books for my new group of students to start their year with. \r\n\r\nI feel so lucky for a community that is willing to donate money to our classroom libraries. Reading is a vital life skill and fostering a classroom of lifelong readers is a goal that I have as a teacher.","fullyFundedDate":1746501883443,"projectUrl":"project/new-books-to-re-spark-the-love-of-readin/9267386/","projectTitle":"New Books to Re-Spark the Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pomykalski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2546794_orig.jpg?crop=278,278,x0,y1&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624761631896","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2546794"},{"teacherId":3165922,"projectId":9469629,"letterContent":"My students have been overjoyed by the arrival of our new flexible seating options! The seat cushions, lap desk, and adjustable seat have expanded our work area. Students are able to spread out and work comfortably around the room.\r\nStudents are choosing these options whenever they can. Today we used them for read to self, during our reading block, AND while they played a math game with a partner. \r\nThese seating options have allowed students to work in a more comfortable setting. Thank you for supporting my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1755553198645,"projectUrl":"project/learning-in-style/9469629/","projectTitle":"Learning in Style","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3165922_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534818713621","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-walters1st"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_37429","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":199,"numTeachers":21,"percentFrplEligible":35,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":72,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":19,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"9.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":85.9,"schoolId":37429,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Rockwell Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Rockwell Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/wisconsin/fort-atkinson-school-district/rockwell-elementary-school/37429"}