{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Henderson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":398049,"projectId":9821996,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us stock up on sticky supplies for the school makerspace.\r\n\r\nThe kindergarten and first grade students really enjoyed using straws, sticks and other materials to build wolf-proof shelters for the three little pigs. Glue and tape were definitely helpful for getting the houses to stay together. The Big Bad Wolf (a hair dryer with googly eyes and pointy ears) didn't stand a chance!\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps keep our makerspace a place where each student can make whatever they can imagine. Thank you for supporting their creativity.","fullyFundedDate":1760379171863,"projectUrl":"project/problem-solving-in-the-makerspace-can-ge/9821996/","projectTitle":"Problem-Solving in the Makerspace Can Get Sticky","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Milewski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp398049_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535940518630","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sara-milewski"},{"teacherId":398049,"projectId":9576404,"letterContent":"Our year is off to a great start in the makerspace thanks to you! The students' creativity continues to shine.\r\n\r\nThe first graders were thrilled to learn how to use the low temperature hot glue, just like the \"big kids.\" Thanks to your donation we have a big box of glue sticks for them to practice using the tool safely.\r\n\r\nJust about every student has explored our new deejay mixers and drums. Since this project replaced our old, well-loved instruments they are so excited that all of the features work again, including the headphone jacks!\r\n\r\nWith all of our highest demand materials stocked right from the start, all of the students have found their passions in the makerspace. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1755816580626,"projectUrl":"project/kicking-off-the-new-school-year-right/9576404/","projectTitle":"Kicking Off the New School Year Right","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Milewski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp398049_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535940518630","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sara-milewski"},{"teacherId":709659,"projectId":9366006,"letterContent":"Students were SO excited when they opened the LCD writing tablets! They were a hit from the start and they are great for showing their math work because it doesn't smear or erase on accident. We use them daily in all my math groups and students take care of them because they are much preferred over whiteboards.\r\n\r\nAll of the stickers have come in handy both as a resource for students (multiplication charts) and as incentives to recognize their hard work. Students are excited to show their adults how much they have grown in math with all of their stickers.","fullyFundedDate":1749822552682,"projectUrl":"project/vibrant-focused-and-proud/9366006/","projectTitle":"Vibrant, Focused and Proud!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp709659_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660614929774","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestraleske"},{"teacherId":709659,"projectId":9263796,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your donations to our intervention space! All items were welcomed with open arms and put to use right away. \r\n\r\nStudents are able to use the magnetic Rekenrek to model with mathematics, a key practice needed to further develop their math skills; and the ten frame dice help them visualize groups of ten in another way. Having multiple ways to represent a problem is key to success. \r\n\r\nThe NeeDoh Gobs have been a LIFESAVER during small group time. They are the perfect fidget for students as they work as they are durable and quite. They provide students what they need while I am also able to continue teaching, interruption free!","fullyFundedDate":1749957374736,"projectUrl":"project/mountains-of-math-materials/9263796/","projectTitle":"Mountains of Math Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp709659_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660614929774","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestraleske"},{"teacherId":709659,"projectId":9415861,"letterContent":"Our students have been overjoyed to use these new resources. They are the perfect balance for students needing a break and students needing to re-engage with math learning. \r\n\r\nThe digital clock helps meet the needs of students that thrive on structure and need to know the time. \r\n\r\nThe jellyfish lamp is the perfect distraction for a student that is struggling and needs to reset! \r\n\r\nAll of the color by math books and math by sticker books have come in handy for early finishers as well as they have provided a fun, engaging, math activities when students are stuck inside for recess due to rainy weather.","fullyFundedDate":1756250024838,"projectUrl":"project/math-and-mindfulness/9415861/","projectTitle":"Math and Mindfulness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp709659_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660614929774","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestraleske"},{"teacherId":709659,"projectId":9204088,"letterContent":"Your generous donations have reached the hands of struggling learners and they are so excited to build their math skills while earning rewards! Their new folders are used to store their work and reward charts as well as extra practice for the early finishers.\r\n\r\nSo far we have used sticker charts to encourage kindness, attendance and perseverance during intervention groups. \r\n\r\nWe use the easel pads to create anchor charts that ground students in what they are learning and allows them to reference past learning as they move forward.","fullyFundedDate":1742935443918,"projectUrl":"project/charts-rewards-and-more-charts/9204088/","projectTitle":"Charts, Rewards and More Charts!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp709659_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660614929774","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestraleske"},{"teacherId":5072695,"projectId":9287182,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our end-of-the-year celebrations full of joy, laughter, and memories we'll cherish forever. We had an amazing time enjoying root beer floats, bubbles, sidewalk chalk, and delicious picnic snacks. We can't thank you enough for supporting us!\r\n\r\nOur favorite part was the glow party—the glowing sticks were a huge hit! We loved running around and dancing with them as they lit up the room.\r\n\r\nWe couldn't have asked for a better way to end the school year, and it's all thanks to you.","fullyFundedDate":1746624615184,"projectUrl":"project/celebrate-good-times/9287182/","projectTitle":"Celebrate Good Times","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5072695"},{"teacherId":5072695,"projectId":9153429,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation of sewing kits and rainbow loom bands.\r\n\r\nSome students used these materials as tools to help them focus during whole group learning, similar to a fidget. Others used them during free choice time to create and explore. Every student had the opportunity to learn how to sew or make a bracelet.\r\n\r\nThroughout this process, they demonstrated perseverance and initiative in completing their projects. It was a joy to witness their excitement and pride when they saw their finished creations.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your ongoing support—it truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1745508476782,"projectUrl":"project/busy-hands-help-our-brains-stay-focused/9153429/","projectTitle":"Busy Hands Help Our Brains Stay Focused","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5072695"},{"teacherId":4519431,"projectId":8961587,"letterContent":"I wanted to reach out with a heartfelt thanks for your generous donations. My students have enjoyed all these materials so much throughout the year. As a reading interventionist, students come to me to work on something that is very challenging for them. Coming to my room knowing they they would get to use special pens, stamps, and stickers kept them motivate and contributed to a positive learning environment. Additionally, they loved working for the prizes squishies, candy, gum, and more. We are so grateful for all your support this year !","fullyFundedDate":1739455293744,"projectUrl":"project/motivate-all-readers/8961587/","projectTitle":"Motivate All Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Byrd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4519431_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502395217116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4519431"},{"teacherId":5072695,"projectId":9023506,"letterContent":"Again, thank you so much for the tools and support that students need to manage their emotions. They have been able to use the tent as a calm space. They will rest, breath, read and listen to music inside the tent. This has helped them return to learning quicker. The Tonie has supported students self- esteem through the Doggyland (Self- Affirmations), reading (Llama Llama books on tape) and Calm (self- regulations). The Osmo has also promoted engagement and confident by learning with technology. \r\nAll of the growth and success of these First Graders both emotionally and academically is due to your support. Students would not have these opportunities without your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1736564208412,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-emotions-navigating-and-under/9023506/","projectTitle":"Exploring Emotions: Navigating and Understanding Self Regulation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5072695"},{"teacherId":709659,"projectId":9115273,"letterContent":"Your dedication to meeting the needs of public education has been invaluable. Your donations have allowed our math interventions to succeed while also building in the critical need for additional reading throughout all parts of our day. These books address critical math concepts in a fun way and have been used to both introduce and reinforce our learning in group. Students do not see math and reading as connected, but these texts help bridge that idea seamlessly. We appreciate your donations that have helped fill a void in our intervention groups!","fullyFundedDate":1742608673241,"projectUrl":"project/reading-math-go-together-like-pbj/9115273/","projectTitle":"Reading & Math Go Together Like PB&J","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp709659_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660614929774","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestraleske"},{"teacherId":709659,"projectId":8969392,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our intervention team. We use the clipboards with our students often as our instructional spaces change from day to day to accommodate other student needs. Being flexible and being able to grab some clipboards and pen to adjust our group location has prevented a lot of lost instructional time. Students are excited to get to group and pick out their \"fun pen\" for the day. Pens are GREAT because students can't erase their work. I can see their thinking and help them make adjustments. We appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1739455288548,"projectUrl":"project/productive-work-with-clipboards-and-pens/8969392/","projectTitle":"Productive Work with Clipboards and Pens","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp709659_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660614929774","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestraleske"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_37131","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":463,"numTeachers":51,"percentFrplEligible":92,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":18,"percentWhite":26,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":35,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"9.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.6,"schoolId":37131,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Henderson Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Henderson Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/wisconsin/madison-metropolitan-school-district/glendale-elementary-school/37131"}