{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lloyd Barbee Montessori School","outOfStateSupporters":33.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10297128,"projectId":10160500,"letterContent":"These new books have given my students the opportunity to explore reading in ways that many of them have not experienced before. We are learning about different genres, plot, characters, setting, theme, and how to discuss and understand a story beyond simply finishing the book. Some of my students had never read science fiction before, so it has been especially exciting to watch them discover a completely new genre and become interested in books they may not have chosen on their own.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using the books for literature circles, where students read together, discuss what is happening, share their opinions, ask questions, and learn from one another. One of my biggest goals is for my students to see reading as something they can actually enjoy rather than just another school assignment. Having more books and more choices in our classroom library gives them the freedom to explore, discover what interests them, and grow as readers. Thank you for helping me create a classroom where my students have access to books that can genuinely spark their curiosity and love of reading!","fullyFundedDate":1778806893607,"projectUrl":"project/building-classroom-library/10160500/","projectTitle":"Building Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nicole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10297128"},{"teacherId":5075567,"projectId":10234226,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our healthy snack project! Your kind support has brought a wave of excitement and relief to our classroom.Before these snacks arrived, the afternoon slump was a major hurdle for us. It is difficult for young minds to focus on reading and math when their stomachs are rumbling. Thanks to you, we now have a designated \"fuel break\" every afternoon.The students are absolutely thrilled with the choices, especially the [mention 1-2 favorites, e.g., applesauce pouches and granola bars]. More importantly, these snacks have created a level playing field where every child has access to the nutrition they need to stay focused, engaged, and ready to learn until the final bell rings.Your contribution has made our classroom a happier, more equitable, and more energetic place to learn. We are so grateful that you chose to invest in our amazing scholars!","fullyFundedDate":1778061980112,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-the-brain/10234226/","projectTitle":"Fuel for the Brain","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Osagie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5075567_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734115205075","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-gerrits"},{"teacherId":5694003,"projectId":8393434,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and making this project possible! Your generosity provided an audio player that became a meaningful part of our Montessori environment.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, children learn not only from their teachers, but also through carefully prepared materials that encourage independence and curiosity. The audio player allows students to listen to stories, music, poetry, and language activities on their own, giving them opportunities to strengthen their listening skills, build vocabulary, and explore new cultures and ideas at their own pace.\r\n\r\nOur students come to school each day excited to learn, create, and help one another. Your gift gives them another way to discover the world and fosters the independence and confidence that are at the heart of Montessori education.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and their families, thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our children's learning. Your kindness will have a lasting impact on their education and their love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1724247106724,"projectUrl":"project/montessori-yoto-player-independent-im/8393434/","projectTitle":"Montessori Yoto Player - Independent, Immersive Read Aloud Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5694003_orig.png?crop=2048,2048,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722963915430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5694003"},{"teacherId":682412,"projectId":10247807,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose! Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experiences. The materials you provided have helped us create a classroom environment where students feel comfortable, supported, organized, and ready to learn.\r\nThe fidgets, timers, and noise-canceling headphones have been especially helpful in supporting students with self-regulation. Our students have different sensory and learning needs, and having these tools available gives them appropriate ways to manage distractions, focus their attention, and take a break when they need one. Timers help make expectations and transitions more predictable, while fidgets provide a quiet way for students to keep their hands busy and their bodies regulated. Noise-canceling headphones give students an option when the classroom environment becomes overwhelming. These simple tools can make a big difference in helping students return to learning feeling calm and ready.\r\nThe new carpet and floor cushions have also transformed our learning space. Our floor table is now a more inviting and comfortable area for flexible seating. Students can choose a seating option that works best for their bodies while participating in lessons, independent work, or small-group activities. Providing flexible seating helps us recognize that students do not all learn best in the same way or in the same position. \r\nThe dry erase boards and markers have been incredibly valuable during our small-group lessons. Students can actively participate by writing, solving problems, practicing letters and words, and showing what they know without the pressure of completing an entire worksheet. I can quickly see student responses, provide immediate feedback, and adjust instruction based on what each student needs. These materials allow our lessons to be interactive, engaging, and responsive.\r\nFinally, the organizational bins and baskets have helped us create a more structured and accessible classroom. Keeping materials organized makes it easier for students to find what they need, understand classroom routines, and become more independent. A well-organized environment also reduces distractions and allows us to spend more time focused on learning.\r\nYour donation has provided so much more than classroom supplies. You have helped create opportunities for students to regulate their emotions, make choices, participate actively, build independence, and feel successful at school. Every fidget, cushion, dry erase marker, and organized basket plays a small part in helping our students reach their potential.\r\nThank you for investing in our students and believing in the importance of creating a classroom where every child has the tools they need to learn and grow. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and the positive impact you have made in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1778061945861,"projectUrl":"project/spaces-that-support-success/10247807/","projectTitle":"Spaces That Support Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kreuzer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp682412_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536067072144","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/l-kreuzer"},{"teacherId":10437447,"projectId":10101858,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for funding these materials that will help me diversify the activities I do with my students in regards to their social emotional learning. \r\nOne of the materials I have used already was the book, Social Emotional Learning for Autistic Kids. We completed one of the activities that talks about how children can \"call on their super powers\" when they are feeling frustrated, scared, etc. They used people cut outs and decorated them as themselves and then added a cape. I helped them write words or phrases that might help them if they were feeling down or scared (I am strong, I am kind, etc). They really enjoyed the chance to be creative about how they decorated it and realized they had a lot more ideas for words to describe themselves than they had room on the cape. \r\nI hope to use additional activities listed in this book and really appreciate another source for ideas other than the internet. \r\nI took pictures of this activity, that are shown within.","fullyFundedDate":1778061929567,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-learning-we-all-need-h/10101858/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Learning; We All Need Help!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gehred","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10437447"},{"teacherId":6744094,"projectId":9891185,"letterContent":"Our new indoor recess materials have made a noticeable difference in our classroom. Students are more engaged, calm, and collaborative during what used to be a more challenging part of the day. The magnetic tiles have encouraged teamwork and problem-solving, with students naturally building together and sharing ideas. \r\n\r\nGames like Guess Who and Mancala are helping students practice turn-taking, patience, and strategy. Many students are even beginning to teach each other how to play, which has been exciting to see. The fidget tools have supported students who need help with regulation, allowing them to stay more focused and participate successfully.\r\n\r\nStudents were excited from the start and continue to use the materials thoughtfully. They are learning to make choices, share space, and care for the materials independently. These resources have truly improved both the tone and purpose of indoor recess.","fullyFundedDate":1766185755825,"projectUrl":"project/lets-play-inside/9891185/","projectTitle":"Let’s Play Inside!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6744094_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652932530403","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6744094"},{"teacherId":5075567,"projectId":9824553,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of healthy snacks to our classroom. \r\nIt is often said that you cannot teach a hungry child, and in our classroom, we see this \r\nreality every day. Before these snacks arrived, many of my students struggled with the \r\n\"afternoon slump\" or came to school without having had a nutritious breakfast. These \r\nmoments of hunger often manifested as fatigue, irritability, or a lack of focus, creating a significant barrier to their learning. \r\n\r\nThanks to your support, the atmosphere in our classroom has completely shifted: \r\n• Enhanced Focus & Concentration: With their basic nutritional needs met, my \r\nstudents are no longer distracted by empty stomachs. They are now able to \r\nremain engaged during complex lessons and participate more actively in group \r\ndiscussions. \r\n• Academic Progress: We have already seen a positive impact on our daily \r\nacademic performance. Students who previously put their heads down during \r\nindependent work are now completing their assignments with confidence and sustained energy. \r\n• Improved Classroom Culture: Providing these snacks has fostered a sense of \r\ncare and community. My students feel seen and supported, which has led to \r\nbetter behavior and a more collaborative environment. \r\nYour investment goes far beyond a simple snack; you are fueling the minds of future \r\nleaders and showing them that their education-and their well-being-matters to the \r\nworld. \r\nThank you for being the \"extra boost\" my students needed to reach their full potential. \r\nWith sincere gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1762288705066,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-brain-power/9824553/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks = Brain Power","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Osagie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5075567_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734115205075","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-gerrits"},{"teacherId":682412,"projectId":9459758,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations in support of my classroom. Your kindness has made it possible to purchase essential materials that directly support students' learning, and I am truly grateful for your investment in their education.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our small-group reading lessons are now better equipped than ever. The dry erase materials and magnetic alphabet letters help students actively practice foundational reading skills, while the beginner pencils support developing writers. The noise-canceling headphones, sensory chewers, and other tools provide comfort and focus, allowing students to fully engage in learning in a way that meets their individual needs.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has already made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we see the impact every day as students grow in confidence and skill. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping create a supportive, engaging learning environment where every child has the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1761833824486,"projectUrl":"project/set-up-small-groups-for-success/9459758/","projectTitle":"Set up small groups for success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kreuzer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp682412_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536067072144","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/l-kreuzer"},{"teacherId":7040508,"projectId":9477769,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generous donations to my Donors Choose project, \"Nature Activity Books.\"\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped me purchase high quality nature activity books for my classroom of 30 public elementary Montessori students.\r\n\r\nWe have started using the books in our own schoolyard. The first lesson detailed the six components of a biome - air, water, soil, animals, plants, and sunlight - and we started to collect samples and record data in our nature books.\r\n\r\nWe look forward to using the nature activity books even more in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1757515781296,"projectUrl":"project/nature-activity-books/9477769/","projectTitle":"Nature Activity Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Michelle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7040508_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739912675510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7040508"},{"teacherId":7040508,"projectId":9509006,"letterContent":"My assistant and I would like to thank you for your generous donations to our classroom. The woven baskets and cloth book baskets help keep our classroom shelves remarkably tidy.\r\n\r\nThrough your donations, we now have an appealing storage system for students' work books. The blue and white cloth book baskets house the two books our students use every day - their writing prompt journals and their math and geometry books. The woven book baskets house another set of books our students use every day - their red word booklets. Students can easily get their books and put them away in these bins.\r\n\r\nThanks again for helping us with our classroom necessities!","fullyFundedDate":1757540252682,"projectUrl":"project/everything-in-its-place/9509006/","projectTitle":"Everything in Its Place","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Michelle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7040508_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739912675510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7040508"},{"teacherId":6744094,"projectId":9788623,"letterContent":"Providing students with real tools, materials, and purposeful work in a school garden creates meaningful learning that extends far beyond the classroom. When children plant seeds, care for garden beds, and observe daily changes, they build a concrete understanding of life cycles, weather, and environmental responsibility. This hands-on work strengthens their independence and executive functioning as they follow multi-step tasks, care for living things, and see the direct results of their efforts. The garden also supports focus and regulation, offering natural sensory experiences that help students stay calm, engaged, and connected to the learning environment.\r\nWorking together in a shared garden space fosters collaboration, communication, and a strong sense of community. Students learn to problem-solve, share responsibilities, and celebrate successes as a team—from sprouting seeds to harvesting food or observing pollinators. These experiences build confidence and pride as children realize they are capable of contributing to something real and meaningful. A school garden becomes more than an outdoor classroom; it becomes a place where students grow academically, socially, and emotionally through purposeful, hands-on work.","fullyFundedDate":1760703638835,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-grow/9788623/","projectTitle":"Tools to Grow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6744094_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652932530403","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6744094"},{"teacherId":7040508,"projectId":9256066,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my Donors Choose project, \"Storytelling at Its Finest,\" so that I could purchase blank comic books for my lower elementary public Montessori students! \r\n\r\nThe blank books have several different styles of storyboards that will help spark an interest in my students storytelling abilities.\r\n\r\nWe work on one story element at a time, starting with setting. After this we will focus on dialogue between characters and continue until we have all the parts to writing a story. The blank comic books will be used to put the final draft of my students' stories together. When they are done with their rough draft pieces and have revised them and are ready to publish to share with others, the blank comic books will be where they create their final copies of their stories.","fullyFundedDate":1752771369798,"projectUrl":"project/storytelling-at-its-finest/9256066/","projectTitle":"Storytelling at Its Finest","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Michelle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7040508_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739912675510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7040508"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_37830","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":327,"numTeachers":15,"percentFrplEligible":86,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":78,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":5,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"21.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.3,"schoolId":37830,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lloyd Barbee Montessori School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lloyd Barbee Montessori School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/wisconsin/milwaukee-public-schools/garden-homes-elementary-school/37830"}