{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sugar Maple Nature School","outOfStateSupporters":19.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9220542,"projectId":10250240,"letterContent":"1. How is the technology helping your students learn?\r\n\r\nThese small digital cameras allow my students to take science beyond the classroom and turn our school campus into an outdoor laboratory. Students use them to photograph evidence of erosion, weathering, and the glaciers that shaped our local landscape. They then bring their photos back to the classroom to analyze their findings and support their scientific explanations with real evidence. Previously, we used our Chromebook cameras for this type of project, but carrying larger devices outdoors limited our ability to explore freely. These portable cameras have made it much easier for students to investigate their surroundings and learn by doing.\r\n\r\n2. What about the new product is most exciting to your students?\r\n\r\nStudents love having the freedom to explore our campus and capture their own discoveries! They can take their cameras along on hikes, stop to investigate something interesting, and share what they find with their classmates. It is exciting to watch an ordinary walk turn into a scientific investigation as students search for clues about how our landscape was formed. The cameras encourage them to slow down, look closely, and recognize that science is happening all around them.\r\n\r\n3. Are there particular students who have especially warmed to this new technology, and how so?\r\n\r\nThese cameras have been especially meaningful for students who thrive with hands-on learning and outdoor exploration. When we first tried a similar project using our Chromebook cameras, students told me it was their favorite project of the school year. Their feedback inspired me to pursue these portable cameras, and it has been rewarding to see students continue that excitement. The cameras give students different ways to demonstrate their understanding, whether they are spotting details others might miss, documenting evidence, or explaining what their photographs reveal. They help students take ownership of their learning and build confidence in their ability to think like scientists.","fullyFundedDate":1778061936412,"projectUrl":"project/capturing-science-in-action-student-pho/10250240/","projectTitle":"Capturing Science in Action: Student Photography for Real-World Discovery","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hess","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9220542_orig.jpg?crop=335,335,x421,y601&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692985162554","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9220542"},{"teacherId":10351113,"projectId":10087740,"letterContent":"This project has already made a wonderful impact on my students and the way they experience learning outdoors. My students have loved using their binoculars to explore our school grounds, observe birds and wildlife, and make connections between what we see in nature and what we are learning in the classroom.\r\n\r\nOne of the highlights was participating in the Great Wisconsin Birdathon. The binoculars allowed students to get a closer look at birds without disturbing them and helped them identify different species using our field guides. They were excited to spot birds that they may have otherwise overlooked and took pride in becoming more confident wildlife observers.\r\n\r\nThe binoculars also brought our science units on Life Cycles and Survival and Variation of Traits to life. Students were able to observe birds in their natural habitats and look for real-world examples of traits and adaptations that help animals survive. These hands-on experiences made our science learning more meaningful and gave students opportunities to ask questions, make observations, and think like scientists.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the binoculars have encouraged my students to slow down, look closely, and appreciate the natural world around them. They have become a tool that we can continue using throughout the school year, helping turn our outdoor surroundings into an extension of our classroom. I am so grateful for the opportunity to provide my students with this hands-on resource and for the donors who made these experiences possible!","fullyFundedDate":1778062012780,"projectUrl":"project/birdathon-binoculars/10087740/","projectTitle":"Birdathon Binoculars","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10351113_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770411267699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10351113"},{"teacherId":10351113,"projectId":9896910,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom library update project! Because of your generosity, my third grade students now have access to a wide variety of engaging new books that have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is an active and exciting part of the day. Students spend time in independent reading, partner reading, and small-group discussions where they explore stories, ask questions, and share their thinking. These new books have allowed students to practice important skills such as making predictions, identifying character traits, understanding story structure, and finding evidence in the text to support their ideas. They are also helping students build vocabulary and strengthen their reading stamina as they spend longer periods of time engaged in books they truly enjoy.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting changes I have noticed is how eager students are to pick up a book during our reading time. Several students who previously struggled to find books that interested them are now excitedly recommending titles to their classmates and asking if they can keep reading just a little longer. It has been wonderful to see students discovering new genres, laughing together over funny moments in stories, and feeling proud when they finish a book.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a classroom where books are inviting, accessible, and exciting for every reader. Thank you for helping nurture a love of reading in my students and for supporting their growth as confident, curious learners. We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1773856897037,"projectUrl":"project/3rd-grade-class-library-update/9896910/","projectTitle":"3rd Grade Class Library Update","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10351113_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770411267699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10351113"},{"teacherId":9220681,"projectId":9826895,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in helping make our school's Adventure Day a reality. Because of your kindness and commitment to our students, we were able to provide exciting new equipment that transformed a simple school day into a meaningful, joy-filled experience centered on movement, teamwork, and community.\r\n\r\nOur students were thrilled to explore the ladder hoops, mini hurdle jumps, stilts, and ladder course. From the moment the activities were set up, there was an unmistakable buzz of excitement across campus. Students eagerly encouraged one another, challenged themselves to try new skills, and celebrated every success—big or small. These tools were more than just equipment; they became opportunities for growth, confidence-building, and shared accomplishment.\r\n\r\nAdventure Day was intentionally designed as a community-building experience. The stations encouraged students to work together, take turns, problem-solve, and practice positive sportsmanship. Whether students were navigating the ladder course, balancing carefully on stilts, or cheering on a classmate as they jumped mini hurdles, they were learning how to support one another and show respect in an active, engaging setting. These moments of encouragement and cooperation are just as important as the physical skills being developed.\r\n\r\nThe agility-based activities also supported our school's \"Get Out and Go\" mindset—promoting healthy movement, energy, and joy through physical activity. Many students discovered new strengths in themselves, while others pushed past hesitation to try something unfamiliar. For some, it was their first time attempting a balance challenge or agility course, and the sense of pride they felt afterward was truly inspiring to witness. Your donations helped create a safe, supportive environment where students felt empowered to take risks and grow.\r\n\r\nBeyond the physical benefits, Adventure Day strengthened our school culture. Students across grade levels connected with one another, built friendships, and shared laughter throughout the day. Teachers and staff observed increased confidence, positive peer interactions, and a renewed sense of belonging among students. These are the kinds of experiences that leave a lasting impression and help students feel connected to their school community.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your support and belief in the importance of hands-on, active learning experiences. Your generosity directly contributed to a day filled with excitement, teamwork, and meaningful memories for our students. Adventure Day would not have been possible without you, and the impact of your donation will continue as we reuse this equipment to promote movement, sportsmanship, and community in the future.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students, our school, and the joy of learning through movement. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to many more opportunities to help our students learn, grow, and thrive—thanks to you.","fullyFundedDate":1761933202917,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-go/9826895/","projectTitle":"Ready! Set! Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9220681"},{"teacherId":9220542,"projectId":9831630,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project and helping us bring wobble chairs to our students. Your generosity truly means a lot to us.\r\n\r\nThese chairs are going to make a big difference in our learning environment. They give students the ability to move while they work, which helps many of them stay focused, comfortable, and engaged throughout the day. Because they are sturdy, portable, and easy to move, they work perfectly in our classroom and in our outdoor learning spaces where students are constantly transitioning between different activities.\r\n\r\nWhat I appreciate most is that your support helps us create a space where students can learn in ways that work best for them. Something as simple as a different kind of seat can make a huge difference in a child's comfort, confidence, and ability to focus.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and for being part of what makes our school community so special. 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