{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Charles E Riley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"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":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. Your generosity has enriched our classroom, empowered our students, and truly made a difference in the way we learn, create, and grow together.","fullyFundedDate":1746536852019,"projectUrl":"project/steam-team/9057449/","projectTitle":"STEAM TEAM!","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":4534682,"projectId":8920017,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support. This year I am working with second and fifth grade. The older students are a new age range for me and their sensory needs are more significant than my younger students. I had a few wobble stools but the students were arguing over who could sit in them and my fidget supply was waning. Your support allowed me to provide more students with opportunities to use these materials which greatly helps their focus and comfort level in the classroom.\r\n\r\n Students also get tired of always usig pencil and paper for assignments. Allowing them to use a dry erase board and markers or even laminating papers so they can use a dry erase marker makes a huge ifference in their willingmness to participate Unfortunately these materials get worn out easily or used up so I greatly appreciate you helping me to continue to provide these opportunities to my students.\r\n\r\n There are so many materials aside from basic school supplies that teachers use on a daily basis. Thank you for helping me help my students!","fullyFundedDate":1739547647631,"projectUrl":"project/materials-to-support-diverse-needs/8920017/","projectTitle":"Materials to Support Diverse Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Katzman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4534682_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y142&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1586794763498","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4534682"},{"teacherId":1439559,"projectId":9204552,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! \r\n\r\nMy students have been really really loving our cozy corner. I added a playpen full of stuffed animals and every grade has been eager to grab a stuffy and settle down into our comfy seating to read. It is vitally important that children feel comforted and relaxed when reading, especially with all the stress of school. This addition to our library has had a huge impact for them in this area. \r\n\r\nThey have had great fun rearranging the chairs into little couches and have really made the space their own. \r\n\r\nIi strongly believe that your contributions have helped create an environment that will reinforce a love of reading for all of their lives.\r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1743076676644,"projectUrl":"project/room-to-read-one-cozy-seat-at-a-time/9204552/","projectTitle":"Room to Read — One Cozy Seat at a Time!","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"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_22319","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":389,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":83,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":76,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":13,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"11.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":73.2,"schoolId":22319,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Charles E Riley Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Charles E Riley Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/oswego-city-school-district/charles-e-riley-elementary-school/22319"}