{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Birney Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3404633,"projectId":6145818,"letterContent":"Here's a heartfelt thank you letter for your classroom project:\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my classroom and helping create meaningful learning experiences for my students. Your generosity has made a tremendous impact on a group of hardworking, resilient fifth graders who continue to give their best each day academically, socially, and emotionally. Because of your support, my students now have access to creative and innovative learning opportunities that make school more engaging, exciting, and inspiring.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, learning goes far beyond textbooks and worksheets. Students collaborate with one another, participate in hands-on activities, explore creative projects, and engage in lessons that encourage critical thinking and problem-solving. These resources have helped transform our classroom into a space where students feel motivated to take risks, ask questions, and fully participate in their learning. Most importantly, students are learning that school can be a place filled with curiosity, joy, and meaningful experiences.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially benefited from these opportunities because they needed a reminder that learning can feel positive and empowering. Some students who were once hesitant to participate are now more confident and engaged during class activities. Others have discovered new strengths through creative and collaborative learning experiences. Watching students become more excited about school, more connected to their peers, and more confident in themselves has been incredibly rewarding. Thank you for helping make this school year one filled with encouragement, creativity, and unforgettable learning moments for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1643307976309,"projectUrl":"project/this-is-survivor-classroom/6145818/","projectTitle":"This Is, Survivor! (Classroom)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3404633_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643125642030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3404633"},{"teacherId":3404633,"projectId":7267982,"letterContent":"Here's a warm and engaging thank you letter for your sensory fidgets project:\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and helping provide sensory fidgets for my students. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in creating a classroom environment where students feel supported, comfortable, and ready to learn. As fifth graders continue navigating the challenges of a fast-paced academic environment, these sensory tools have become valuable resources that help students stay focused, manage stress, and maintain a positive attitude toward learning.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, learning is active and engaging, but it also requires students to sustain attention during reading, writing, problem-solving, and test preparation activities. The sensory fidgets have helped students channel their energy in productive ways while remaining engaged in lessons and discussions. Rather than becoming distracted or overwhelmed, students are able to use these tools to self-regulate and stay present during challenging tasks. The classroom has become calmer, more focused, and more supportive for all learners.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially benefited from these sensory tools because they help reduce anxiety and increase confidence during independent work and assessments. Some students who previously struggled to sit still or stay engaged are now able to participate more successfully in classroom activities. Others have expressed how much they appreciate having tools that help them feel calm and ready to learn. Beyond improving focus, these fidgets have helped create a classroom atmosphere where students feel cared for, motivated, and excited to come to school each day. Thank you for helping make learning both accessible and enjoyable for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1684533731836,"projectUrl":"project/fun-ways-to-get-good-grades/7267982/","projectTitle":"Fun Ways to Get Good Grades!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3404633_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643125642030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3404633"},{"teacherId":3404633,"projectId":7389198,"letterContent":"Here's a polished thank you letter for your Scholastic Works project:\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and helping provide my students with access to Scholastic Works articles and informational texts. Because of your generosity, my students are able to engage with high-interest, real-world topics written at their academic level while also strengthening important literacy and critical thinking skills. These articles introduce students to nonfiction reading strategies such as identifying main ideas, analyzing text evidence, summarizing information, interpreting graphs and visuals, and conducting research on meaningful topics connected to the world around them.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is interactive, discussion-based, and connected to authentic learning experiences. Students read articles independently, collaborate in partner and group discussions, and participate in research projects that encourage them to think critically about current events and community issues. One of the most exciting aspects of these resources is that students are not only learning about real-world problems, but they are also inspired to think about how they can make a positive impact themselves. Through our \"plan to action\" activities, students are beginning to see themselves as leaders, problem-solvers, and active members of their community.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially connected with these articles because they relate directly to issues and experiences they see in everyday life. Students who were once hesitant readers are now eager to discuss current events, ask thoughtful questions, and share their opinions during class conversations. Others have become deeply engaged in research projects because they feel personally connected to the topics. These resources have helped students build confidence as readers while also encouraging empathy, curiosity, and a greater awareness of the world around them. Thank you for helping create these meaningful learning opportunities for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1697904127921,"projectUrl":"project/scholastic-works-that-actually-work/7389198/","projectTitle":"Scholastic Works That Actually Work!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3404633_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643125642030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3404633"},{"teacherId":3404633,"projectId":7467319,"letterContent":"Here's a thoughtful thank you letter for your classroom supplies project:\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and helping provide the basic supplies my students need to learn confidently every single day. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to pencils, markers, folders, and other essential materials that allow them to fully participate in classroom activities without worrying about whether they have the tools they need. These supplies may seem simple, but they make a tremendous difference in helping students feel prepared, supported, and ready to succeed.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, learning is active, collaborative, and creative. Students use these supplies throughout the day for writing assignments, group projects, reading responses, science activities, and creative expression. Having consistent access to materials helps students stay focused on learning instead of stressing about missing or worn-out supplies. It also creates a stronger sense of community because every student has what they need to contribute and participate equally.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially benefited from these resources because they often come to school without supplies of their own or feel anxious when materials run out. Now, students can confidently begin their work each day knowing they are supported and prepared. Something as small as having a sharpened pencil or a fresh folder has helped build students' confidence, independence, and pride in their work. Thank you for helping create a worry-free classroom environment where students can focus on learning, growing, and reaching their full potential.","fullyFundedDate":1697661400807,"projectUrl":"project/i-spy-supplies/7467319/","projectTitle":"I Spy, Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3404633_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643125642030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3404633"},{"teacherId":3404633,"projectId":8074598,"letterContent":"Here's a warm and engaging thank you letter for your \"Cinderella Chronicles\" project:\r\n\r\nThank you for helping bring the magic of storytelling and cultural exploration into our classroom through the \"Cinderella Chronicles\" project. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to diverse Cinderella stories from around the world that have opened their eyes to new traditions, perspectives, and ways of life. These books have become powerful tools for helping students understand that while cultures may differ in customs and settings, there are universal themes of kindness, perseverance, courage, and hope that connect us all.\r\n\r\nAs we read these stories together, students are developing important literacy skills such as comparing and contrasting, identifying themes, analyzing characters, and making connections between texts and their own lives. Reading in our classroom is highly interactive, with students participating in discussions, partner conversations, and collaborative activities where they share observations about similarities and differences across cultures. The excitement on their faces when discovering how one story can be retold in so many unique ways has been truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially connected with these books because they see pieces of their own cultures and experiences reflected in the stories. Some students have proudly shared family traditions and personal connections during our class discussions, while others have become more curious about cultures different from their own. These books have sparked meaningful conversations, encouraged empathy, and created a classroom environment where diversity is celebrated. Thank you for making this enriching experience possible for my students and for helping them become thoughtful, compassionate, and engaged readers.","fullyFundedDate":1701794819554,"projectUrl":"project/cinderella-chronicles-celebrating-diver/8074598/","projectTitle":"Cinderella Chronicles: Celebrating Diversity Through Storytelling","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3404633_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643125642030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3404633"},{"teacherId":3404633,"projectId":8182666,"letterContent":"Here's a polished response you can use for your DonorsChoose impact letter:\r\n\r\nThe new books in our classroom have introduced students to important literacy skills while also helping them discover the joy of reading. Through these texts, students are practicing comprehension strategies such as making predictions, identifying themes, analyzing characters, and using evidence from the text to support their thinking. They are also expanding their vocabulary and building fluency as they engage with books across different genres and reading levels. Having access to a variety of stories has allowed students to see reading not just as an assignment, but as an opportunity to learn about the world, connect with others, and imagine new possibilities.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is active, collaborative, and student-centered. Students participate in independent reading, partner discussions, literature circles, and small group instruction where they are encouraged to think deeply about what they read. One of the most exciting changes I have noticed is how eager students are to recommend books to one another and share their favorite moments from a story. Our classroom library has become a space filled with curiosity, excitement, and meaningful conversations about books.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were once reluctant readers are especially enjoying the new additions to our library. Some students who struggled to find books that interested them are now excited to pick up a new title and read independently. Others have gained confidence by finding books at just the right level for them, allowing them to experience success and feel proud of their progress. Seeing students become more engaged, motivated, and confident readers has been incredibly rewarding, and it would not have been possible without the generosity of our donors.","fullyFundedDate":1707423353450,"projectUrl":"project/reading-rocks/8182666/","projectTitle":"Reading Rocks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3404633_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643125642030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3404633"},{"teacherId":3404633,"projectId":8813813,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful impact on my students by giving them access to engaging books that support both reading enjoyment and targeted intervention. The new texts have allowed me to introduce and strengthen important literacy skills such as comprehension, sequencing, vocabulary development, fluency, making inferences, and using text evidence to support thinking. During small group instruction, students are able to work closely with books that match their reading needs, helping them build confidence while practicing strategies in a supportive environment. Many of the books also sparked meaningful discussions and encouraged students to think deeply about characters, themes, and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an active and collaborative experience. Students participate in guided reading groups, partner discussions, independent reading, and intervention lessons tailored to their individual needs. The books from this project have helped create a classroom culture where students are excited to read and eager to share their thinking with one another. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by reading, many students now approach books with curiosity and confidence. Having access to high-interest texts has also encouraged reluctant readers to stay engaged for longer periods of time and take greater risks as readers.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who previously struggled with reading confidence have especially benefited from these new resources. Some students who were hesitant to participate in discussions are now volunteering to read aloud and share their ideas during small group lessons. Others have shown growth in fluency and comprehension because they finally have books that feel accessible and interesting to them. Watching students connect with books, celebrate their progress, and see themselves as capable readers has been one of the most rewarding outcomes of this project. I am incredibly grateful to our donors for helping create these opportunities for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1731940430330,"projectUrl":"project/wordless-wonders-empowering-readers-wit/8813813/","projectTitle":"Wordless Wonders: Empowering Readers With Books and Interventions!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3404633_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643125642030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3404633"},{"teacherId":3019748,"projectId":9752234,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. Because of your support, my students were able to fully engage in an exciting LEGO-based learning experience that connected history, creativity, and innovation.\r\n\r\nOver the course of our project, students explored the history of LEGO and examined how it has evolved over time. They learned about its impact on design, engineering, and creativity in both the past and the present. Using the materials you provided, students built their own creations, collaborated with classmates, and applied critical thinking skills in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThis hands-on experience made a lasting impression. Students were highly engaged, motivated, and proud of what they created. Many of them discovered new interests in building, problem-solving, and even future careers related to design and engineering.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helped turn learning into something tangible and memorable. It gave my students an opportunity to experience learning in a way that goes beyond textbooks—one that they will remember for years to come.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of all of my students, thank you for making this project possible and for investing in their education and future.","fullyFundedDate":1763474830467,"projectUrl":"project/constructing-knowledge-one-lego-at-a-ti/9752234/","projectTitle":"Constructing Knowledge, One Lego at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3019748_orig.jpg?crop=648,648,x463,y518&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568593404160","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3019748"},{"teacherId":8285564,"projectId":9693022,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous materials you donated to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experiences.\r\n\r\nMy students use the headphones every day, and they have been incredibly helpful during independent learning time. The light tables have quickly become a classroom favorite! The children love using the letters, numbers, and shapes to build and create glowing pictures. It's been wonderful to see their creativity and engagement shine.\r\n\r\nWe also absolutely love the astronaut and galaxy projectors. We use them daily, and they perfectly complement our classroom space theme. The projectors have helped spark curiosity and excitement about space in such a magical way.\r\n\r\nThe cameras were a huge hit during our camera unit! The students had so much fun taking pictures of their friends and capturing special moments and materials around our classroom. It was a joy to watch them explore photography with such enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nWe are especially excited about our upcoming garden unit. Next month, we will begin planting seeds, and the materials you provided will make that hands-on experience even more meaningful.\r\n\r\nThank you again for allowing our classroom to receive these wonderful resources and for helping us make learning engaging, creative, and fun every single day. We are so grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1763474849246,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-our-curriculum-to-life-with-sup/9693022/","projectTitle":"Bringing Our Curriculum to Life with Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8285564"},{"teacherId":8285564,"projectId":9650785,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful impact on my 4 & 5-year-old students and our social-emotional learning time. The Daniel Tiger songs, books, and plushies have helped bring social-emotional learning to life by giving students engaging tools to explore emotions, practice kindness, and learn calming strategies. Students enjoy singing along during SEL time, and the Daniel Tiger plushie provides comfort and helps them regulate their emotions when they need to calm down.\r\n\r\nThe books are now an important resource in our classroom library and are often chosen when students are experiencing big feelings or want to read about sharing, friendship, and problem-solving. Plushies, including our Spider-Man friends, are used in the cool-down center to help students feel safe and supported as they work through their emotions. These materials have allowed me to better support my students' emotional growth while encouraging empathy, confidence, and positive peer connections.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the headphone stand has helped keep our classroom organized, and the cleaning supplies allow us to maintain a clean and healthy learning environment. Because of your generosity, my students are developing essential social-emotional skills they can use every day in school and beyond. Thank you for investing in our students and their success.","fullyFundedDate":1763474842421,"projectUrl":"project/neighborhood-friends-for-social-emotiona/9650785/","projectTitle":"Neighborhood Friends for Social-Emotional Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8285564"},{"teacherId":10377017,"projectId":9948367,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and kindness. Your donations have made a meaningful difference in our classroom and have helped provide our students with valuable resources that enhance their learning experience because of your generosity, our students are able to have engaging, supportive, and filled with opportunities to grow academically and socially.\r\n We are truly grateful for your willingness to invest in our students and their education. Your support not only helps meet classroom needs but also shows our students that their learning matters and that their community believes in them. Thank you again for your generosity and for making a positive impact on our classroom and school community.","fullyFundedDate":1767893509227,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-teacher/9948367/","projectTitle":"First Year Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10377017"},{"teacherId":7063008,"projectId":9486202,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to my classroom! My first grade students also send their thanks! We appreciate what you have gifted to our classroom and have used the donated rug on a daily basis.\r\nWe utilize the donated rug multiple times a day when we do our carpet learning. Students have enjoyed having a nice place to sit at on the floor where they can learn and grow their brains. \r\nYour generous donation will continue to be used in my classroom for years to come and I know each of my future classes will also love the our classroom rug. Again, thank you for your generous donation. We truly appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1763474855302,"projectUrl":"project/carpet-learning/9486202/","projectTitle":"Carpet Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Andrade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7063008_orig.jpg?crop=1784,1784,x0,y202&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578886089504","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7063008"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_77330","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":717,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":11,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":76,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"21.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":75.9,"schoolId":77330,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Birney Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Birney Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/fresno-unified-school-district/birney-elementary-school/77330"}