{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Aikin Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9883459,"projectId":9474252,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support. Our classroom has become a calm, structured, and nurturing environment where students feel safe, confident, and ready to learn. The materials you provided have helped us build clear routines and organized learning spaces that support positive behavior and independence. With visual schedules and labeled bins, students know where to go, what to do, and how to take care of the materials.\r\n\r\n One unforgettable moment was watching a student remind a friend to use the classroom center chart to choose a center. Encouraging independence and collaboration is our goal in Pre-K. As we continue to practice responsibility, kindness, and freedom, your support remains at the heart of our success. Thank you for helping our young learners develop lifelong organization and self-management skills!","fullyFundedDate":1755717560848,"projectUrl":"project/organization-is-the-key/9474252/","projectTitle":"Organization is the Key!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kazemi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9883459"},{"teacherId":7919642,"projectId":9506036,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom project! Because of your support, our youngest learners now have the tools and resources they need to build strong foundational literacy skills — the building blocks of all future learning. The letter tiles, timers, recordable buttons, and social skills books you helped provide are already bringing lessons to life for my K–2 intervention students. Watching them light up as they master new letters, sounds, and words is truly rewarding, and it's only possible because of you.\r\n\r\nYour donation also helps me in my role as MTSS Coordinator, supporting every teacher and student on campus. The motivational incentives, headphones, and testing materials you funded are helping to turn what can be a stressful experience into one filled with encouragement and excitement. When students set goals and earn small rewards for their progress, they begin to see themselves as capable, confident learners — and that shift changes everything.\r\n\r\nYou've given more than just supplies; you've given hope, motivation, and joy to students who need it most. Every resource you helped provide directly impacts their ability to learn, grow, and believe in themselves. Thank you for helping me create a classroom — and a campus — where all students can succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1755717560552,"projectUrl":"project/i-can-do-it-every-teachers-dream-t/9506036/","projectTitle":"\"I Can Do It!\" - Every Teacher's Dream to Hear","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Curran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7919642_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x167,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639155354237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7919642"},{"teacherId":7919642,"projectId":9506093,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom project supporting students' basic needs! Because of you, our \"Take What You Need Cart\" is fully stocked with essentials like deodorant, soap, socks, snacks, and more — all the little things that make a big difference in our students' daily lives. You've helped create a space where students can take what they need without worry or embarrassment, and that sense of dignity and care means everything.\r\n\r\nIt's amazing to see the impact your kindness has had already. Students stop by with smiles, sometimes grabbing a snack for later, sometimes quietly taking a toothbrush or a fresh pair of socks. They know this cart is for them — no questions asked — and that someone out there believes they deserve to feel comfortable, confident, and cared for. The ripple effect has been beautiful: kids are showing up to class more focused, more engaged, and with a little extra pep in their step.\r\n\r\nYour support goes far beyond the items on the cart. You've helped build a culture of compassion and community in our school — one where students know they are seen and supported. Thank you for being part of that story and for helping us make sure every child has what they need to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1754671478973,"projectUrl":"project/school-wide-take-what-you-need-cart/9506093/","projectTitle":"School-Wide Take What You Need Cart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Curran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7919642_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x167,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639155354237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7919642"},{"teacherId":9165414,"projectId":9329803,"letterContent":"Having headphones for ALL of my students that are high-quality has made a huge impact in our classroom. Students take such pride when they are accessing and using the headphones with our iPads during our daily intervention time. Students no longer have to worry about headphones that break easily or do not have working volume to complete their individual tasks that are based on their learning needs. It is critical that they are able to clearly hear the instructions and lessons from the iReady program we use in our district. Not only are students using this during intervention time, but I also am able to take the information and provide ongoing and individual support and lessons based on student needs and performance. So many of my students could not afford headphones and the ones I was able to provide were constantly breaking or just not working at all due to the inferior quality. I explicitly taught them how to take responsibility for accessing and putting away our headphones and they do a WONDERFUl job of this. \r\nThank you for your generosity! I am hopeful that these headphones will last and I will have students in the coming years also being able to use these due to the high quality and level of care that my students take when using them","fullyFundedDate":1755745490722,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-help-everyone-here-hear/9329803/","projectTitle":"Headphones Help Everyone Here (Hear)!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Andrews","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9165414_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715983515691","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9165414"},{"teacherId":10074925,"projectId":9455028,"letterContent":"We want to extend our heartfelt thanks for providing our small group table. This simple addition has made a tremendous impact in our classroom. By creating a dedicated space for small group instruction, we've been able to individualize learning in meaningful ways, allowing each student to receive the attention and support they need to grow.\r\n\r\nOur small groups have become a cornerstone of learning, helping us close opportunity gaps and build confidence among students from low-income households. The table has truly become a place where curiosity, collaboration, and progress come together. Thank you for helping us create an environment where every student can succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1753133689911,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-learning/9455028/","projectTitle":"Small Group Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kennedy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10074925"},{"teacherId":9883459,"projectId":9474091,"letterContent":"The listening center has become a meaningful and engaging part of our classroom environment. My Pre-K students are most excited about the opportunity to listen to stories independently while following along with the books. The narration, sound effects, and music capture their attention and bring each story to life.\r\n\r\nThis experience allows students to develop early literacy skills such as listening comprehension, vocabulary, and print awareness in a fun and interactive way. They take great pride in managing their own listening center and often ask to reread their favorite stories. This shows their growing confidence and enthusiasm for reading.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a calm, focused, and enriching space where my students can fall in love with books and storytelling. Thank you so much for your generous donations and for helping my students love reading!","fullyFundedDate":1755717560714,"projectUrl":"project/the-listening-center-paves-the-way-for-a/9474091/","projectTitle":"The Listening Center Paves the Way for a Brighter Future!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kazemi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9883459"},{"teacherId":9618094,"projectId":9307521,"letterContent":"Our students loved using the graduation supplies for our fifth grade graduation ceremony. Each student probably wore their souls and metals as well as received a goodie grab bag as they walk across the stage. The highlight was when they were able to toss their souls in the air and everyone cheered thanks to our donors. It was a celebration. Our students will always remember. The students were very excited when they found out that they would be wearing stoles and have medals to go around their neck.","fullyFundedDate":1746489600506,"projectUrl":"project/5th-grade-graduation/9307521/","projectTitle":"5th Grade Graduation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9618094"},{"teacherId":9618094,"projectId":9181195,"letterContent":"The students use these resources by creating displays and doing research on different scientific topics and presenting them to their families, friends and community members. Students were very excited, but nervous at the same time because this was their first time completing a project that they had to present in front of more than just their peers. Most of them have never worked on a poster board this size or of this type, and I in seal at the end that they had to make it, creative and engaging. The students were very excited to work on this project. When they first saw the materials, they couldn't wait to open the boxes. As soon as we're also able to take these projects home with them and use them for reference in their classes for the new school year.","fullyFundedDate":1742963456705,"projectUrl":"project/5th-grade-college-research-projects/9181195/","projectTitle":"5th Grade College Research Projects","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9618094"},{"teacherId":10110357,"projectId":9531207,"letterContent":"My students are already experiencing the snacks and tools that your donation has given them. I have students who come to me first thing in the morning because they know now, I can provide them with snacks. I have students who come to me asking for fidgets because they know they will help them both regulate their emotions and keep them focused in class. I have students who request to have lunch with me because they know my office is a safe place for them to talk about whatever they need to. My students were overjoyed to see all the new donations. They came into my room and stated, \"Ms. Brown, you have your stuff from last year but so much more.\" Everything that has been donated has been used by multiple students. Your donation has allowed the students at Aikin Elementary to know how important it is to talk about their feelings and behavior, to talk with a trusted adult about any adversities they are facing. We are eternally grateful to you.","fullyFundedDate":1755717560309,"projectUrl":"project/addressing-basic-and-non-academic-needs/9531207/","projectTitle":"Addressing Basic and Non-Academic Needs in the School Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10110357_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754270453543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10110357"},{"teacherId":7919642,"projectId":9089199,"letterContent":"We wanted to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation! Your kindness will have such a positive impact on our students. This resource allows them individual time to enhance their reading skills and own their learning. They LOVE the app and we LOVE the data we get from their usage of the app! Your contribution means a lot to the students and to us. \r\n\r\nWe waited until we completed our end of year testing to finish this thank you note, so we could have tangible data to show you the impact of your contributions. We were able to purchase licenses for all 30 of our Tier 3 First Graders (those well below grade level). Ever since we gave them time to use the app, we analyzed the data, and adjusted our instruction to fit their needs, nearly half of them have moved up to on grade level or above! This is incredible growth for the second semester, and we are so grateful for your generosity and how much you care about the achievement of our kids! Thier life trajectory has truly been changed! *This note if from Ms. Curran and all the 1st grade teachers*","fullyFundedDate":1738816561883,"projectUrl":"project/independent-learning-through-instruction/9089199/","projectTitle":"Independent Learning Through Instructional Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Curran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7919642_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x167,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639155354237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7919642"},{"teacherId":9883459,"projectId":9020037,"letterContent":"I can not thank you enough for your incredible support. Your generous donations have made a great impact on my students. We are grateful for making our classroom an exciting place to be and a fun-filled environment conducive to learning.\r\n\r\nYour donations have allowed my Pre-K students access to engaging and fun activities in all areas. They were able to continue learning during center time by engaging and using the donated toys to count from 1 to 10, match colors, study insects, and practice letters with the alphabet puzzles. Our classroom library was always a busy place because of the puppets! My students' scores went up because of these donated items!\r\n\r\nYour support has given my students opportunities that they might not have otherwise had. The joy on their faces is because of you. Thank you for believing in my students and giving them the opportunity for a better education!","fullyFundedDate":1735586284589,"projectUrl":"project/fill-up-the-centers/9020037/","projectTitle":"Fill Up the Centers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kazemi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9883459"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_15181","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":518,"numTeachers":48,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":21,"percentBlack":36,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":29,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":75.9,"schoolId":15181,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Aikin Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Aikin Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/richardson-independent-school-district/aikin-elementary-school/15181"}