{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mellen School","outOfStateSupporters":50.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9472827,"projectId":10126470,"letterContent":"My students and I have been enjoying the new resources in a variety of ways throughout the school day. One of the biggest additions has been the flexible floor seating options, which students use during independent work, partner activities, small group instruction, and reading time. The flexible seating has helped create a more comfortable and engaging learning environment, and students are excited to have choices in where they work.\r\n\r\nThe new resources have also helped increase student focus, collaboration, and participation during lessons. Students are more motivated to stay engaged and take ownership of their learning when they are able to work in spaces that meet their needs. We have especially noticed positive effects during reading groups, writing activities, and hands-on learning tasks. Overall, the resources have helped create a welcoming classroom environment that supports both learning and student independence.\r\n\r\nThe students were incredibly excited when they first saw the materials! They immediately wanted to try everything out and were eager to use the new flexible floor seating during class activities. In fact, they were almost fighting over who got to use them first because everyone was so excited about the new options in the classroom.\r\n\r\nAfter discussing expectations and creating a fair rotation system, the students did a great job sharing and using the materials responsibly. The excitement has continued, and the resources have helped create a positive and engaging learning environment where students feel comfortable and motivated to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1773354985959,"projectUrl":"project/building-better-focus-through-flexible-s/10126470/","projectTitle":"Building Better Focus Through Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. LaRose","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9472827"},{"teacherId":8629836,"projectId":9938064,"letterContent":"Our first science fair was a hit! Before the fair, there was a lot of hard work needed to make it be successful. The students worked hard researching a topic, developed a question and hypothesis and then designed trials to test their hypothesis. Students then created data tables, reported their results and conclusion. Students got to be creative and picked topics that fit their interests. \r\n\r\nOn science fair day students spoke with other students, teachers, family members and community members. They put in so much effort; it was inspiring!","fullyFundedDate":1764779473123,"projectUrl":"project/science-fair/9938064/","projectTitle":"Science Fair","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Huber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8629836_orig.jpg?crop=2046,2046,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669042732754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8629836"},{"teacherId":8629836,"projectId":10150655,"letterContent":"Reading in our classroom can look many different ways. This book series that you funded, is most commonly used as a whole class read aloud or whole class audiobook and follow along. Students look forward to our end of day tradition by reading at least a chapter in the book. We love to have book parties to celebrate the endings.\r\n\r\nGetting books two and three funded in this series has given our class something to look forward to for the end of the year. We are almost done with book two and are ready to get started on three. \r\n\r\nSome students have checked out the series from the library and one student asked for and received the complete series for her birthday. Thank you for inspiring young readers!","fullyFundedDate":1773857390818,"projectUrl":"project/class-read-aloud/10150655/","projectTitle":"Class Read-Aloud","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Huber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8629836_orig.jpg?crop=2046,2046,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669042732754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8629836"},{"teacherId":8233670,"projectId":10126508,"letterContent":"I am so grateful to share that our classroom curtain project has been fully funded—thank you for making this vision a reality! Because of your generosity, our students will now learn in a space that feels safer, calmer, and more comfortable every single day. The addition of curtains, rods, and tie backs will help reduce harsh glare, protect students' eyes, and create a more focused learning environment during lessons, reading time, and small group work. Your support is already making a meaningful difference in how our students experience their classroom.\r\n\r\nEven more importantly, these changes will bring warmth and a cozy atmosphere into our space, helping students feel relaxed, secure, and ready to learn. A welcoming environment plays a powerful role in student confidence and success, and your kindness is helping create that for every child in our room. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for making such a lasting and meaningful impact on our students' daily learning experience!","fullyFundedDate":1773258197331,"projectUrl":"project/windows-of-wonder/10126508/","projectTitle":"Windows of Wonder","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sojka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8233670_orig.jpg?crop=658,658,x318,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673448645773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8233670"},{"teacherId":8233670,"projectId":9981026,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for your generous support of our classroom math center project. Because of you, our students will have access to hands-on materials that make math more engaging, interactive, and meaningful. These new resources will allow students to practice skills, build confidence, and explore problem-solving in creative ways. Your donation is more than just supplies — it is an investment in deeper understanding, joyful learning, and student growth. We truly appreciate your kindness and your commitment to helping our students succeed in math and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1769019880431,"projectUrl":"project/math-magic-in-the-making/9981026/","projectTitle":"Math Magic in the Making","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sojka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8233670_orig.jpg?crop=658,658,x318,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673448645773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8233670"},{"teacherId":8233670,"projectId":9891909,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Fill the Classroom, Fuel the Success! project on DonorsChoose. Your donation helped provide essential materials our students need to engage deeply with their learning and feel confident in the classroom. With your support, we were able to bring in resources that make lessons more hands-on, organized, and exciting, helping every student reach their full potential. Your belief in our classroom and in our students' success means the world to us — you've made a real difference in their daily learning experience. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for investing in our learners and helping fuel their success.","fullyFundedDate":1766366871310,"projectUrl":"project/fill-the-classroom-fuel-the-success/9891909/","projectTitle":"Fill the Classroom, Fuel the Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sojka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8233670_orig.jpg?crop=658,658,x318,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673448645773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8233670"},{"teacherId":9472827,"projectId":9957879,"letterContent":"The addition of rolling chairs in the classroom has positively impacted student engagement, focus, and overall learning. Students are able to move more freely while remaining seated, which helps meet their sensory and movement needs without disrupting instruction. This increased mobility allows students to regulate their bodies while staying actively engaged in lessons, group work, and independent tasks. As a result, students demonstrate improved attention, participation, and time on task.\r\n\r\nThe rolling chairs have also supported students who struggle with staying seated for extended periods, reducing unnecessary distractions and behavioral interruptions. Students are better able to shift positions, adjust their seating, and maintain comfort while continuing their work. Overall, the chairs have contributed to a more supportive learning environment where students can focus on academic tasks while managing their physical needs effectively.","fullyFundedDate":1766050218695,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/9957879/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. LaRose","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9472827"},{"teacherId":8577678,"projectId":9718192,"letterContent":"The table and chair set that you donated has been so helpful to my student. It is just the right size for him to sit at to eat, look at books, play with table toys, and work at other academic work. \r\nPrior to getting this table my student would either sit on the floor or stand to eat and didn't really understand where to set his food so it would end up on the floor. Now he is understanding that our food stays on the table and he is using his chair to sit and eat. Also, like previously stated, he is using the table for other tasks at school.\r\nThank you so much for your donation, it is deeply appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1764291210113,"projectUrl":"project/child-sized-table-needed-in-order-to-pra/9718192/","projectTitle":"Child-Sized Table Needed in Order to Practice Social Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8577678"},{"teacherId":3527766,"projectId":9962067,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations. These items are sincerely appreciated and will be utilized immediately to support student needs.\r\n\r\nThe bouncy ball with a handle will be used to assist students with sensory regulation. The backpack will support a student in transitioning throughout the school building while providing an appropriate and safe way to transport materials without placing strain on the student's back.\r\n\r\nThe cardstock and Velcro dots will be used to develop a variety of interactive instructional materials and hands-on learning manipulatives for students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support. These resources will have a positive and meaningful impact on my students' learning and daily success.","fullyFundedDate":1766776198950,"projectUrl":"project/adaptive-materials/9962067/","projectTitle":"Adaptive Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schutte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kschutte"},{"teacherId":8629836,"projectId":9898926,"letterContent":"Before winter break, our class tried our first lockbox challenge. The tasks were a series of reading comprehension and math questions to get them familiar with the process before we use them in science. The students were so excited to see all the locks and had a lot of fun working my together to solve the tasks and open the locks. The class did so well with their first lockbox challenge so our next step is to use the lockboxes for a review or science content. My students are eager to use the materials again!","fullyFundedDate":1763726953325,"projectUrl":"project/lockbox-challenge/9898926/","projectTitle":"Lockbox Challenge","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Huber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8629836_orig.jpg?crop=2046,2046,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669042732754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8629836"},{"teacherId":8233670,"projectId":9861279,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations toward a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card for our classroom. Your support allows us to access high-quality, engaging, and creative resources that directly benefit our students. With this gift, we can bring new activities, lessons, and materials into our classroom that spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and make learning fun—something that truly matters in our day-to-day learning environment.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in what we do. Your contribution helps ensure that our students have access to the best instructional tools and activities available, and it gives us the flexibility to choose resources tailored to their unique needs. Thank you for investing in our classroom and for making a real difference in the experiences we can provide for our students. Your generosity means more than words can express!","fullyFundedDate":1762266245208,"projectUrl":"project/playful-and-student-centered-learning/9861279/","projectTitle":"Playful and Student Centered Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sojka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8233670_orig.jpg?crop=658,658,x318,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673448645773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8233670"},{"teacherId":8233670,"projectId":9836391,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom project. Because of your support, we were able to purchase new storage drawers that will make a huge difference in keeping our learning space organized, efficient, and student-friendly. These drawers will help our kids access their materials easily, stay organized, and take more responsibility for their own learning—something that truly empowers them every day.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in our classroom. Your contribution helps create a cleaner, calmer, and more functional environment where students can focus on what matters most: learning and growing. Thank you for investing in our students and for helping us build a classroom that supports their success. Your generosity means more than words can express!","fullyFundedDate":1761154825614,"projectUrl":"project/drawers-of-possibility/9836391/","projectTitle":"Drawers of Possibility","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sojka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8233670_orig.jpg?crop=658,658,x318,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673448645773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8233670"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_36887","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":218,"numTeachers":23,"percentFrplEligible":72,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":88,"percentIndigenous":5,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"9.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":49.6,"schoolId":36887,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mellen School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mellen School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/wisconsin/mellen-school-district/mellen-school/36887"}