{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Columbus Elementary School 8","outOfStateSupporters":62.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5334030,"projectId":9457768,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our classroom! The foam boards are allowing me to display more student work around the room and the velcro strips are very helpful in holding those up. The painters tape has been used for Science activities and will continue to be used throughout the rest of the year for STEAM projects. Students are still earning stickers in my class when they work well in groups, follow directions, and are kind friends to others, so the sticker paper is continuing to be used in our classroom as well. \r\n\r\nThanks again for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1753735904396,"projectUrl":"project/showcasing-student-work/9457768/","projectTitle":"Showcasing Student Work!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kuzmik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5334030_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524186869763","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ckuzmik"},{"teacherId":5334030,"projectId":9566451,"letterContent":"We are LOVING the supplies we received from this project! Thank you so much for contributing to our classroom. The guppies in our aquatic zone are a huge hit and we check on them daily in our tank. The power strip is nearby the tank and used to plug in our sharpener and fish tank light, heater, and filter (and there are still more outlets to use to charge laptops when needed!) The badge holders are used for when students become \"Super Scientists\" and present an experiment they worked on at home. The colorful paper is used for Science and Health projects and gives the student work something extra when we display it! Thanks again for your support. We are so thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1757962109545,"projectUrl":"project/get-groovin-grade-4/9566451/","projectTitle":"Get Groovin' Grade 4!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kuzmik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5334030_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524186869763","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ckuzmik"},{"teacherId":5334030,"projectId":9457706,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our classroom! The table covers are so helpful in keeping the student tables clean and free from scratches. The rolling carts help store the students' books and supplies. The drawers for under the tables come in handy for the smaller supplies the students share at their tables. We are still in need of some more table covers and drawers, but right now we are loving what we have and using it every day! \r\nThanks again for your support. The students and I are so lucky to have kind people like you in the world.","fullyFundedDate":1757423235242,"projectUrl":"project/storage-solutions/9457706/","projectTitle":"Storage Solutions!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kuzmik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5334030_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524186869763","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ckuzmik"},{"teacherId":3518933,"projectId":9034582,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our PE program has been completely energized! The new equipment has brought so much excitement and engagement to our students, and it's helping them stay active while building teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite projects so far has been our Fitness Challenge Stations. Students rotate through different areas—jump rope, balance boards, agility ladders, and more—using the new materials you helped fund. They are motivated to push themselves a little harder each class.\r\n\r\nWhen the equipment first arrived, the students could hardly wait to try everything. The gym was filled with laughter, movement, and pure excitement. One student said, \"This is the best day in PE!\"—and honestly, that moment said it all.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're beginning our team games and cooperative activities unit, where students are learning how to communicate and work together toward a common goal. These new resources are making every activity more engaging and accessible for all ability levels.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just provide equipment—it created opportunities for joy, fitness, and growth that will last far beyond this school year. Thank you for believing in our students and helping us keep PE active, fun, and meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1743305438879,"projectUrl":"project/balling-and-jumping-for-pe/9034582/","projectTitle":"Balling and Jumping for PE!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Yarmula","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3518933_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683521333270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mryarmulahockey"},{"teacherId":3324626,"projectId":9201610,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation. Our kindergarten graduation was a momentous occasion for our students and their families, and your support truly helped make it a day to remember.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, we were able to transform our gym into a vibrant, 50's-inspired Rock and Roll celebration. The decor—complete with records, streamers, balloons, and photo backdrops—brought so much joy and excitement. Watching the students' faces light up as they entered the room, and seeing families eagerly snapping photos at each backdrop, was absolutely priceless.\r\n\r\nThis event marked an important milestone for our little graduates, and you played a big role in creating memories that will last a lifetime. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1747072606276,"projectUrl":"project/lets-rock-and-roll-our-way-to-1st-grade/9201610/","projectTitle":"Let's Rock and Roll Our Way to 1st Grade-Kindergarten Graduation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. El-Khatib","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3324626_orig.jpg?crop=460,460,x125,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683296477800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-elkhatib"},{"teacherId":5334030,"projectId":9277700,"letterContent":"We are LOVING the trucker hats and patches! The students were so surprised that they each got to pick a hat and choose some patches that represent them to be ironed on the hat! We were able to get letter patches too, so many students chose their first initial to add to their hat. This is the perfect \"end of school year\" and start of summer project! The hats will keep the sun off of the students' faces when they are outside playing at the park, beach, backyard, etc! Thank you again for your continued support to our classroom and hardworking students!","fullyFundedDate":1746902309394,"projectUrl":"project/trucking-through-4th-grade/9277700/","projectTitle":"Trucking through 4th Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kuzmik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5334030_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524186869763","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ckuzmik"},{"teacherId":5334030,"projectId":8972409,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued generosity towards our classroom and students. We are so excited to get new materials and supplies to use daily in our activities. We go through so much tape for Science projects, hanging up student work, and other fun holiday activities. \r\nWe have used more of the new supplies from sticky notes to activities from the Teachers Pay Teachers website (gift card) and the materials are enhancing our classroom learning. Our most recent project was building a 3D city to incorporate all of our Math skills from the school year. \r\nThank you again for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1743343244291,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-basics-needed/8972409/","projectTitle":"Classroom Basics Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kuzmik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5334030_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524186869763","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ckuzmik"},{"teacherId":5334030,"projectId":9005556,"letterContent":"My students LOVED this project so much! As soon as the materials arrived, they could not wait to get started. They loved designing the flower pots and worked so nicely together to do so. When the flowers came, the students were excited and asked so many questions about how to take care of the succulents because some have not seen these type of flowers before. Once students started planting at our \"planting station,\" they helped explain to others what to do and how to care for their plants. \r\n\r\nEach and every day (sometimes multiple times a day), my students check on their plants, and it really has improved their responsibility. Thank you so much for your generosity once again. It is appreciated more than you know!","fullyFundedDate":1741371912131,"projectUrl":"project/flowers-in-fourth/9005556/","projectTitle":"Flowers in Fourth!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kuzmik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5334030_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524186869763","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ckuzmik"},{"teacherId":3324626,"projectId":8966957,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to thank you for your generous donation of ice packs. It's amazing how something as simple as an ice pack can make such a world of difference to a child. In an instant, tears stop, and smiles form again, all thanks to your thoughtful contribution.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity truly do not go unnoticed. The comfort and relief these ice packs provide have helped to ease many difficult moments, and I can't express enough how much we appreciate your support. Your willingness to help makes such a meaningful impact on our students, and for that, we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your generosity. It's because of people like you that we are able to make a real difference in the lives of children.","fullyFundedDate":1736225130714,"projectUrl":"project/ice-the-pain-away/8966957/","projectTitle":"Ice the Pain Away","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. El-Khatib","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3324626_orig.jpg?crop=460,460,x125,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683296477800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-elkhatib"},{"teacherId":3324626,"projectId":8919513,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of Legos. The impact they've had on our students has been truly remarkable. Watching the excitement on their faces as they use their creativity to build incredible things has been an absolute joy.\r\n\r\nThe Legos have not only provided a fun and engaging outlet for their imaginations, but they've also fostered collaboration, problem-solving, and critical thinking among the students. It's been inspiring to see them embrace their creativity and push the boundaries of what they can create.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made all of this possible, and for that, I am deeply grateful. It's because of people like you that we are able to provide these meaningful learning experiences for our students.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and support. Your contribution has truly made a difference, and we are incredibly appreciative.","fullyFundedDate":1735935977803,"projectUrl":"project/inspire-learning-through-stem/8919513/","projectTitle":"Inspire Learning through STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. El-Khatib","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3324626_orig.jpg?crop=460,460,x125,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683296477800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-elkhatib"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_80564","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":392,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":52,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":40,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":52,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":37.9,"schoolId":80564,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Columbus Elementary School 8 on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Columbus Elementary School 8","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/garfield-school-district/columbus-elementary-school-8/80564"}