{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Spooner Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":80.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2284179,"projectId":9974011,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting our kindergarten classroom project. Because of your kindness, we were able to receive fidgets, construction paper, crayons, building kits, seasonal erasers for math activities and games, squishies for bingo prizes, dice for reading and math games, and light strips to help create a calm learning environment.\r\n\r\nThese materials will make a meaningful difference in our classroom each day. The construction paper and crayons will encourage creativity, while the building kits will inspire hands-on learning and problem-solving. The dice will support engaging reading and math games, and the seasonal erasers and squishies will add fun and motivation to our activities.\r\n\r\nThe fidgets will be used in our prize bin, where students earn rewards after filling their RAILS cards by demonstrating what it means to be safe, respectful, and responsible. The light strips will help create a calming atmosphere that supports focus and positive behavior.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create a positive, engaging, and supportive learning environment for our students, and we are truly grateful. Thank you for investing in our classroom and in the success of our young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1775479799962,"projectUrl":"project/markers-to-makers-fueling-kindergarten/9974011/","projectTitle":"Markers to Makers: Fueling Kindergarten Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Piskie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2284179_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1574206445389","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jpiskie"},{"teacherId":7476821,"projectId":9993323,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations of fun activities, games, and creative materials for our art room! Your kindness has helped make our art space an even more exciting and engaging place for students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, students have new opportunities to explore their creativity, have fun, work together, and enjoy learning through art and play. Your support truly makes a difference and brings smiles, creativity, and joy to our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your thoughtfulness and for investing in our students and their love of learning!","fullyFundedDate":1778061909580,"projectUrl":"project/fun-and-games/9993323/","projectTitle":"Fun and Games","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sellner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7476821_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606840666787","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/annette-sellner"},{"teacherId":5792065,"projectId":10217155,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! The new microphones, mic stands, and cords have completely changed the way students participate and learn in music class and Rock Star Academy. Using real performance equipment gives students authentic experiences that build confidence, communication skills, and teamwork. Students are learning how to properly use microphones, project their voices, practice stage presence, and perform in front of others. The technology also helps students hear themselves more clearly, which improves singing accuracy, speaking skills, and overall performance quality. Many students who are normally shy in class are now excited to participate because the equipment makes them feel like real performers.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students has been the opportunity to perform like actual musicians and singers. The microphones instantly make rehearsals and performances feel more professional and engaging. Students love taking turns using the equipment during Golden Mic performances, classroom activities, announcements, and Rock Star Academy projects. Even simple classroom performances now feel special and memorable to them. The mic stands especially have made students feel more independent and responsible while performing.\r\n\r\nSome of the students who have especially connected with this new technology are those who previously struggled with confidence or participation. Several quieter students have discovered they enjoy singing and speaking when using the microphones because they feel heard and important. Students who thrive in hands-on and creative learning environments have also become leaders in helping others set up and use the equipment responsibly. It has been wonderful to watch students encourage one another, cheer each other on, and grow in confidence through music and performance opportunities made possible by these donations.","fullyFundedDate":1777984521784,"projectUrl":"project/from-classroom-to-center-stage-mics-for/10217155/","projectTitle":"From Classroom to Center Stage: Mics for Our Musicians","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kris Knutson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5792065_orig.jpg?crop=670,670,x164,y186&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760025957511","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kris-knutson"},{"teacherId":2284179,"projectId":9972768,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to breakout boxes and locks that have transformed the way they learn and engage with new concepts.\r\n\r\nYour decision to support our project and, more importantly, to invest in my students means more than I can fully express. The impact of your contributions has already been incredible. My K–2nd grade students are now participating in weekly breakout challenges that encourage teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in a fun and meaningful way. Watching their excitement and determination as they work through each challenge has been truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nI would also like to extend a special thank you to the family who matched donations. Your generosity multiplied the impact of this project and made it possible to provide even more enriching experiences for my students.\r\n\r\nYour thoughtfulness and commitment to education are deeply appreciated. Thank you for believing in my students and for helping create opportunities that will support their growth and confidence for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1767030911811,"projectUrl":"project/unlock-learning-with-breakoutedu/9972768/","projectTitle":"Unlock Learning With BreakoutEDU!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Piskie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2284179_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1574206445389","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jpiskie"},{"teacherId":5792065,"projectId":9965800,"letterContent":"Your support of Rock Star Academy through DonorsChoose will create a meaningful and lasting impact on our students. By providing access to real, high-quality instruments—including the electric guitar and bass amp—you are opening the door for students to explore music in a hands-on, engaging way, many for the very first time. These resources allow students to participate fully, hear themselves clearly, and feel confident as they learn new skills alongside their peers.\r\n\r\nThe impact goes far beyond learning notes and rhythms. Students develop confidence, teamwork, and perseverance as they collaborate in bands and work toward shared goals. They learn that their individual role matters and that success comes from listening to and supporting one another. For example, a student who may be shy or hesitant at first can light up when they hear their bass line amplified for the first time, realizing that the band depends on them.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity in supporting the electric guitar and bass amp that make these experiences possible. Because of you, students gain a sense of belonging and pride that carries into the classroom and beyond. Rock Star Academy helps students see themselves as capable, creative individuals—and your support turns that possibility into reality.","fullyFundedDate":1766359868825,"projectUrl":"project/giving-every-student-a-chance-to-rock/9965800/","projectTitle":"Giving Every Student a Chance to Rock!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kris Knutson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5792065_orig.jpg?crop=670,670,x164,y186&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760025957511","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kris-knutson"},{"teacherId":7476821,"projectId":9980384,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being here for teachers. Your generosity allows us to not stress to deeply on the \"wants'. You always have our backs. \r\nMy students love getting new materials in the mail, and are always curious to see what comes next. The materials are \"just for fun\" most of the time, but to them it means the world. Giving my students just a hint of creative freedom allows them to grow as individuals and as artists.\r\nI can't wait to share these items with all of my students. You are a true hero!","fullyFundedDate":1767631968650,"projectUrl":"project/you-cant-always-get-what-you-want/9980384/","projectTitle":"You Can't Always Get What You Want","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sellner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7476821_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606840666787","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/annette-sellner"},{"teacherId":7476821,"projectId":9495017,"letterContent":"Thank you for your continued support to the SES art room. My students really enjoy having all they could desire when it comes to materials they get to choose to use upon completing their required work. \r\nTape is a class favorite, and knowing they have an endless supply to fill their desires makes the enthusiasm for creating grow stronger. There are times when students just need to be able to choose their own adventure. \r\nThe supplies you helped donate also gives my students the ability to just be kids without worrying that they are using something they shouldn't because most other teachers wouldn't allow them to use these items they way the art teacher does! You are all amazing people. I couldn't do this without all of you.","fullyFundedDate":1762973376240,"projectUrl":"project/just-trying-to-hold-it-together/9495017/","projectTitle":"Just Trying to Hold it Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sellner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7476821_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606840666787","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/annette-sellner"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_53122","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":362,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":53,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":88,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":4,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"12.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":19.5,"schoolId":53122,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Spooner Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Spooner Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/wisconsin/spooner-area-school-district/spooner-elementary-school/53122"}