{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Charles E Riley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":28.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":369396,"projectId":10046535,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for supporting our classroom with the very generous donations through DonorsChoose. Your generosity has made such a meaningful , memorable difference for my students, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nI would especially like to thank The Tepper Foundation for purchasing a multitude of literacy, math and socio-emotional materials for our classroom! These resources and materials have already become an important part of promoting engaging math and literacy learning daily, while intertwining the socio-emotional learning throughout the learning!\r\n\r\nIt is very hard to decide which materials are the class favorite! We opened up the boxes together and the students said that it \"felt like Christmas!\"\r\n\r\nThe new literacy materials have helped to make our phonemic awareness, phonics and reading lessons much more hands-on and engaging. The students are so much more eager and enthusiastic to participate and the materials encourage curiosity, collaboration and exploration in early literacy. The diagraph pocket chart came at just the right time as we have just recently introduced diagraphs. This is a difficult concept for early learners and the pocket chart with the correlating pictures and diagraph cards made the lessons so much more engaging and memorable!\r\n\r\nThe new math materials have also boosted the engagement and enthusiasm in our math lessons. The students are so excited when we pull out the magnetic ten frame boards and the carpet ten frame mat. It brings the concepts of teen numbers to life and promotes active , hands on learning with some of these more difficult topics in kindergarten. \r\n\r\n\r\nWe will continue to use all of our new materials during our literacy and math group instruction. I am so excited to be able to witness the growth and excitement flowing through the classroom while the students are engaged in using these incredible learning tools in the classroom! We will also be incorporating the emotions/feelings pocket chart throughout the day in reflection of how we are feeling about our learning and our environment. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for investing in my student's learning. Your support is helping to create an engaging environment where young learners can grow in confidence and develop a love of learning.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n[Your Name]","fullyFundedDate":1769164614180,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-tools-for-curious-little-learne/10046535/","projectTitle":"Engaging Tools for Curious Little Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. H.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/369396"},{"teacherId":1439559,"projectId":9923490,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating so that my Battle of the Book readers could access the books through Audiobooks and Wonder Books. My Battle students LOVE them! \r\n\r\nI bought these for a few of our students that really wanted to participate in Battle of the Books but have trouble accessing the story through print alone. These students have absolutely thrived having the audio book read to them as they follow along in print. Our Battles are later this week and I am so excited for them to participate fully.\r\n\r\nAnd word has spread so fast- everyone is coming in and asking for audiobooks! I have so many students that now want to be a part of our new Audiobook culture.\r\n\r\nThank you so very much for making this happen for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1764726642589,"projectUrl":"project/audio-battle-of-the-books/9923490/","projectTitle":"Audio Battle of the Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sweeney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1439559_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1505744068682","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/psweeney"},{"teacherId":1404368,"projectId":9578315,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing the funding to purchase Scholastic News for each student in my class. Scholastic News is a weekly magazine that each child receives. There are multiple nonfiction articles each week about things happening in our world. It is a colorful, fun magazine to receive and allows students to connect with the real things that are happening. \r\nWe use the Scholastic News magazines each week as a tool to teach students how to become better readers. It's a great way to improve their comprehension and practice answering questions to prepare students for state testing. Students have learned how to read and react to text. They are then put into groups to share their reactions and discuss the article. We even bring writing into the lessons as they practice answering short answer questions and write responses to the articles that they read. \r\nOne of their favorite articles each week is a Debate-It article. It poses a question each week and offers two differing opinions. Students have learned how to state their opinions and give support for what they believe. \r\nScholastic News provides a fun and engaging way for students to improve all literacy skills. Thank you so much for your generous donation. We all appreciate it and you have helped to make learning fun for students.","fullyFundedDate":1765404327494,"projectUrl":"project/learning-about-the-world/9578315/","projectTitle":"Learning About the World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1404368_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522347548961","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stacy-dawson"},{"teacherId":308319,"projectId":9703689,"letterContent":"Since receiving our new STEM materials, they have become a favorite choice for students once their assigned work is finished and during indoor recess. Instead of unstructured downtime, students are choosing to build, experiment, and problem-solve in meaningful ways. One memorable moment was watching students independently gather around the materials during recess, working together to create structures, test ideas, and adjust their designs without any prompting.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, the excitement was immediate. There were smiles, gasps, and eager questions about what they could create. Many students asked when they would be allowed to use them, and once introduced, they jumped right in—sharing ideas, taking turns, and collaborating naturally.\r\n\r\nWhile these materials are currently used during early-finisher time and recess, we are excited to find even more ways to intentionally incorporate them into our classroom learning. Our next steps include exploring how to connect STEM challenges to lessons, encouraging students to explain their thinking, and using the materials during small-group instruction. Thanks to our donors, we now have flexible, engaging tools that turn free moments into powerful opportunities for creativity, collaboration, and curiosity.","fullyFundedDate":1764897541086,"projectUrl":"project/stem-for-brighter-minds-engaging-early/9703689/","projectTitle":"STEM for Brighter Minds: Engaging Early Finishers and Curious Children","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Meaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp308319_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599928257252","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmeaker"},{"teacherId":7248245,"projectId":10041022,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for my students, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these new resources, my students have been excited to put them to use during our daily lessons and projects. The materials have helped create a more engaging and hands-on learning environment, allowing students to explore concepts in ways that are more interactive and meaningful. One memorable moment was when students first opened and explored the materials—there were smiles, excitement, and lots of eager questions about how we would use them in class. Seeing their enthusiasm reminded me how powerful the right resources can be in sparking curiosity and motivation.\r\n\r\nWe have already begun using the materials during our classroom activities, and they have helped students collaborate, think creatively, and stay more focused during lessons. Students who sometimes struggle to stay engaged have been especially excited to participate, which has been wonderful to see.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these resources will continue to support our current lessons and future projects. Students will use them to deepen their understanding, work together on new activities, and apply what they are learning in more meaningful ways. Your generosity is helping create opportunities for my students to grow, explore, and build confidence in their learning every day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and investing in my students' success. Your support truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1768778930349,"projectUrl":"project/reading-rockstars/10041022/","projectTitle":"Reading Rockstars","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Komuda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7248245"},{"teacherId":10252700,"projectId":9705928,"letterContent":"When the materials first arrived, the classroom buzzed with excitement. Students were thrilled to see that these resources were just for them, and they took great pride in using them carefully and responsibly. Because of your generosity, our next steps include building on these lessons with more challenging problem-solving activities, collaborative projects, and deeper skill practice. Your support has truly allowed our classroom to grow, and our students are learning more deeply because of it—thank you for giving us this incredible opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1762267669234,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-games/9705928/","projectTitle":"Classroom Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vallance","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10252700_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757546118552","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-rachelvallance"},{"teacherId":2698438,"projectId":9753877,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our flexible seating project, \"21st Century Seating.\" The wobble stools, scoop rockers, standing desks, and floor cushions arrived right at the start of the year, and the difference has been immediate and clear.\r\n\r\nStudents can now choose the seat that helps them focus best. Some prefer to stand, some need to rock or wiggle a little, and others like working close to the floor. Because they're comfortable and able to move when they need to, they stay on task longer, finish their work more quickly, and need far fewer reminders to refocus.\r\n\r\nAttendance is up—several students who used to miss mornings now come in excited because they love having a choice of seats that feel good to them. Behavior referrals have dropped sharply; when kids aren't fighting their chairs, they have more energy left for learning and getting along with each other.\r\n\r\nIn short, your gift turned a regular classroom into a space where every student can learn in the way that works best for them. The room is calmer, happier, and more productive every single day.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible. My third-graders and I are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation, \r\nNicholas Little","fullyFundedDate":1759262038552,"projectUrl":"project/21st-century-seating/9753877/","projectTitle":"21st Century Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Little","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2698438_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1453754720173","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nicklittle"},{"teacherId":308319,"projectId":9304157,"letterContent":"I cannot even begin to express to you the gratitude I feel as I watch my students engage with one another and play during inside recess using the games that were purchase with your generous donation!! These life sized games are so exciting and not an inside recess goes by without a line of students waiting to play a game or two with their classmates. They are taking turns, working cooperatively, learning to cheer one another on and learning that it's okay to lose. \r\n\r\nThese games are so popular that we have added \"coupons for purchase\" for students (using their earned tickets) for a MEGA game between classes. The excitement builds and the students are loving the games even more!! \r\n\r\nAs we move into the winter months in CNY, I anticipate these games getting a TON of use. We are so very grateful for your generosity and your donation!!","fullyFundedDate":1748979460591,"projectUrl":"project/building-connections-through-life-sized/9304157/","projectTitle":"Building Connections Through Life Sized Indoor Recess Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Meaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp308319_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599928257252","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmeaker"},{"teacherId":308319,"projectId":9087933,"letterContent":"I cannot express enough how much my students have enjoyed using these Scholastic News magazines . The articles are so relevant to the time of year, and what is going on in the world. They loved the article about ice cream trucks that we used at the end of the past school year. Since we got our first articles near the end of the year, my class only got to enjoy a few articles. However, the subscription carried over into this school year and a new group of students are able to enjoy them as well. \r\n\r\nWe have been using the magazines to explore and practice nonfiction text features. Students have been practicing reading and reacting to what they read. They add reactions to sticky notes and share out what they were thinking as they read. They love this so much and we have found such an amazing response to this reading activity. \r\n\r\nThank you so very much for your generous donation!! We just love this reading time together!","fullyFundedDate":1744235528980,"projectUrl":"project/headline-just-in-scholastic-magazine-wi/9087933/","projectTitle":"Headline Just In: Scholastic Magazine Will Get Us Thinking!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Meaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp308319_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599928257252","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmeaker"},{"teacherId":308319,"projectId":9087655,"letterContent":"Your donation has had an immediate and meaningful impact on my classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to engaging book series like Ready, Freddy! and Horrible Harry, as well as books by Judy Blume that truly spark their interest.\r\n\r\nSince these books arrived, students are choosing to read during free time, excitedly talking about characters with classmates, and asking for the next book in the series. They are always asking our librarian for more books in the series. Even some of my more hesitant readers are showing greater confidence and stamina because they are genuinely invested in the stories.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just add books to our shelves — it increased engagement, strengthened reading confidence, and helped create a classroom community built around a love of reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1744228972823,"projectUrl":"project/2nd-grade-book-club-developing-lifelon/9087655/","projectTitle":"2nd Grade Book Club - Developing Lifelong Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Meaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp308319_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599928257252","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmeaker"},{"teacherId":2698438,"projectId":9377052,"letterContent":"Because of your generous support for our Gardyn Hydroponics project, our lessons have transformed learning for my third-grade class! This hands-on experience brought our unit on herbs and spices in the trading business to life. Students explored how these plants shaped historical trade routes and economies, fostering curiosity and critical thinking. They were thrilled to grow and taste Thai Basil and Thyme, connecting classroom lessons to real-world sensory experiences. This project not only deepened their understanding of science and history but also sparked excitement about sustainable gardening. Thank you for empowering my students to cultivate knowledge and enthusiasm for learning!","fullyFundedDate":1753756176042,"projectUrl":"project/from-seed-to-science-hands-on-learning/9377052/","projectTitle":"From Seed to Science: Hands-On Learning With Hydroponics","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Little","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2698438_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1453754720173","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nicklittle"},{"teacherId":2698438,"projectId":9057449,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful to DonorsChoose and the amazing donors who helped bring 3D pens into our third-grade classroom—what a gift you've given us! The impact on student engagement has been nothing short of inspiring. From the very first day, these tools have sparked excitement, creativity, and meaningful connections across subject areas.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite projects has been creating a vibrant ecology wall. During reading, students visit our 3D pen station to design and build models of the plants and animals we're learning about. These creations are displayed on our classroom windows, forming a dynamic and growing ecosystem that supports both our reading and science standards. This visual, hands-on approach has helped students deepen their understanding while taking pride in their work.\r\n\r\nIn math, the pens have brought abstract concepts to life. Students have built 3D shapes to support our geometry lessons and have also classified these shapes as part of their learning. It's been a powerful way to reinforce math standards through hands-on exploration.\r\n\r\nWhat's even more amazing is how user-friendly the pens are. Students now use them during indoor recess, where collaboration and creativity flourish. I've seen teamwork, problem-solving, and innovation—all the qualities of a 21st-century classroom community—blossom during this unstructured time.\r\n\r\nThank you, DonorsChoose and every donor who made this possible. 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