{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Columbus Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8707398,"projectId":9552744,"letterContent":"I can't even begin to share how thankful I am that we were able to get these items. The \"morning tubs\" have given my students an opportunity to start their day less anxious and worried about learning. This has given my students a soft start to the day working on puzzles and being creative in their building. They enjoy coming in each morning, sharing what they have created and socializing with their peers. In the years past, traditional morning work could get my Special Education class frustrated at the start of the day. I did not want to continue that this year. The tubs and activities each morning really help my students start the day on the right foot. Thank you again for your donation. It really has made such a BIG impact on my students.","fullyFundedDate":1755694379268,"projectUrl":"project/morning-tubs/9552744/","projectTitle":"Morning Tubs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tamburello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8707398_orig.jpg?crop=308,308,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754588123808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8707398"},{"teacherId":469110,"projectId":9269992,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support of our \"Phonics, Fluency, and Fun with Guided Reading!\" project!\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students have access to high-quality, engaging decodable books and instructional materials that align with the Science of Reading. These resources will give them the tools to decode words, build fluency, and most importantly—feel successful and confident in their reading journey.\r\nThe Guided Phonics + Beyond® program you helped bring into our classroom will make a lasting impact. With small-group sets of books and structured lessons, I'll be able to provide each student with targeted support that meets their unique learning needs.\r\nYour kindness is helping to create bright beginnings for readers who are just finding their voices. Thank you for believing in them—and in the power of literacy!","fullyFundedDate":1746489946430,"projectUrl":"project/cracking-the-code-phonics-fluency-and/9269992/","projectTitle":"Cracking the Code: Phonics, Fluency, and Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. S.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/469110"},{"teacherId":121135,"projectId":9305038,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting my students with books that matter! Books with representation matter. Books that children relate to matter. Thank you so much for supporting inclusion and diversity in my room! It is amazing how difficult it is to get good books that children want to read. It is amazing how much they cost when you add up book upon book upon book. So thank you so much for supporting us and bringing fresh new books into my classroom. These books will be useful for years to come and impact so many lives. My students from last year come back to visit me and I let them borrow the books as well. Thank you, Thank you!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1752938077622,"projectUrl":"project/representation-matters-in-books/9305038/","projectTitle":"Representation Matters in Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cordo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp121135_orig.jpg?crop=688,688,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695585928474","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/121135"},{"teacherId":469110,"projectId":9232163,"letterContent":"I cannot express enough gratitude for your incredible support of our classroom's literacy project. Because of your generosity, our students now have access to high-quality decodable books and engaging nonfiction texts that will strengthen their reading skills and open doors to a world of knowledge.\r\nThe Fox Kid Small Group Pack is already making a difference by providing structured phonics-based reading practice, allowing our students to build confidence in their decoding and fluency. Additionally, the Big World Nonfiction Little Book Pack is sparking curiosity and expanding their understanding of the world through rich, engaging informational texts.\r\nYour kindness has given our students the resources they need to grow as readers, thinkers, and lifelong learners. Every time they pick up a book, they are reminded that someone out there believes in their potential. Thank you for being a part of their journey and for making such a meaningful impact in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1744240815316,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-readers/9232163/","projectTitle":"Little Learners, Big Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. S.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/469110"},{"teacherId":9570280,"projectId":9083802,"letterContent":"In my classroom, I introduced STEM bins with Brain Flakes, magnetic toys, pixel art, marble runs, and science kits. The first time I opened the bins, my students' eyes lit up, and their curiosity was instantly sparked. They eagerly gathered around to explore and see what they could create. It was a moment of pure excitement, and I could already tell that these activities would make a meaningful impact on their learning.\r\n\r\nThese STEM bins provided a productive and engaging way for my students to start their day. Instead of jumping straight into lessons, I gave them 10 minutes to explore the materials, letting them ease into the day while building critical thinking skills. The hands-on activities encouraged problem-solving and creativity, giving students the freedom to experiment and discover how things worked. It wasn't just about play; it was about exploring, testing, and learning in a way that felt both fun and educational.\r\n\r\nThe Brain Flakes were a favorite. Students loved building structures, from simple towers to intricate designs. As they connected the pieces, they had to think critically about how to make them fit, which helped improve their problem-solving skills. The magnetic toys added another level of discovery, as the students experimented with the magnets' pull and push forces. They tested how the magnets interacted, learning through trial and error and sparking discussions about basic science concepts like magnetism and polarity.\r\n\r\nThe pixel art activities encouraged students to practice pattern recognition and spatial reasoning. Arranging the tiny colored squares into designs required patience, attention to detail, and an understanding of symmetry. It was a great way to combine creativity with logical thinking. Meanwhile, the marble runs allowed students to design ramps and experiment with angles to make the marble move in different ways. This activity introduced basic principles of physics, such as gravity and motion, through hands-on exploration.\r\n\r\nThe science kits were also an exciting addition. They allowed students to dive into experiments that brought abstract scientific ideas to life. Whether they were mixing substances to observe chemical reactions or building simple machines, they had the opportunity to engage with science in a real, tangible way. Each experiment sparked more curiosity and gave them a deeper understanding of the concepts at play.\r\n\r\nWhat truly stood out was how engaged the students were. They didn't just play—they were thinking critically, problem-solving, and creating. These STEM bins allowed them to approach learning in a more interactive, hands-on way, which helped foster a love for exploration. Starting the day with these activities was the perfect way to energize them and get their minds focused for the lessons ahead. The STEM bins not only provided a fun, productive start to the day but also sparked a sense of curiosity that carried over into the rest of their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746785244685,"projectUrl":"project/support-science-exploration-for-special/9083802/","projectTitle":"Support Science Exploration for Special Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clayton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9570280"},{"teacherId":121135,"projectId":9305022,"letterContent":"Thank you doesn't seem to adequately describe my emotions on having this project met! My students have an AMAZING gift bag for summer that will keep the learning and fun going! As a parent, I know how hard it is to think of educational activities for my own children for the summer. As a teacher, I know how expensive it can be to set students off on a good \"foot\" for summer learning! Thanks to your generosity, I have a wonderful bag of fun for my students to start off their summer journey! Andddd due to a vendor unavailability, I was able to get the uno cards from Amazon at a cheaper price, enabling me to get a much needed beanbag chair for my classroom this year! Thank you so much for your support and generosity. Your donation touch","fullyFundedDate":1748085765177,"projectUrl":"project/planning-for-summer-fun/9305022/","projectTitle":"Planning for Summer Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cordo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp121135_orig.jpg?crop=688,688,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695585928474","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/121135"},{"teacherId":121135,"projectId":9136318,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting my students! What a wonderful performance we had! Everyone had a costume--which made for such a memorable show. Best part of it all?? The original costumes I picked on Amazon DROPPED in price! This allowed me to get the costumes AND a few microphones for my students! So we had talking trees AND microphones so my students could be heard by all! This would have not been possible without you! Thank you so much for your generosity to my class! \r\n\r\nEveryone who saw the performances said we did an amazing job! We even had visitors from the district who loved our show! Thank you for giving my students this wonderful opportunity! This was such a blessing to our class and the entire school! Thank you, Thank you!!","fullyFundedDate":1742914092718,"projectUrl":"project/the-trees-of-oz/9136318/","projectTitle":"The Trees of Oz!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cordo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp121135_orig.jpg?crop=688,688,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695585928474","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/121135"},{"teacherId":121135,"projectId":8854862,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of my students as well as another class in this school! Our performance ROCKED! We had such amazing feedback from students and staff alike. Even district personnel came and were so impressed by our show. This would not have been possible without you! Being able to see my students rock a performance with a general education class on stage brought tears to my eyes! \r\n\r\nThe costumes totally made our performance! The students were so excited to wear them dress rehearsal after dress rehearsal--and in our \"real\" performance! Students felt like movie stars filling out their \"stars,\" which we hung on the wall not the floor so students could take them home! The trophies just made their day. Your support was crucial to the success of this show. We will have costumes to be able to redo this play for years to come! THANK YOU!","fullyFundedDate":1736192231562,"projectUrl":"project/wizard-of-2nd-grade/8854862/","projectTitle":"Wizard of 2nd Grade?!?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cordo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp121135_orig.jpg?crop=688,688,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695585928474","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/121135"},{"teacherId":469110,"projectId":9089915,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful for your kindness and support in funding our Decodable Books for Bright Beginnings project! Your generosity has provided my students with the foundational reading materials they need to build confidence, fluency, and a love for reading.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our young learners now have access to engaging, structured decodable books that align with the Science of Reading. These books will allow them to practice essential phonics skills in a meaningful way, helping them become stronger and more independent readers. The excitement on their faces when they get to read books that they can decode is truly priceless!\r\n\r\nYour support means the world to us. Every book you've helped place in our classroom is an opportunity for a child to experience success in reading. Thank you for believing in our students and for being a part of their learning journey.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1739328556726,"projectUrl":"project/decodable-books-for-bright-beginnings/9089915/","projectTitle":"Decodable Books for Bright Beginnings","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. S.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/469110"},{"teacherId":9837619,"projectId":8944085,"letterContent":"The students of Class 2-Koehler are bringing a touch of magic to our school as they rehearse for their upcoming performance of The Wizard of Oz! They have been so excited, it seems all of the teachers and staff know about our show! Without your generous donation our performance would not be possible. The young thespians' eyes lit up each time something came for our play. \r\n\r\n Through practicing their scripts, students are improving their reading fluency, expression, and pacing. They are learning how to bring characters to life, using their voices and gestures to tell a story. Perhaps most excitingly, some of our most reserved students are finding their voices, stepping onto the stage with newfound confidence and excitement. \r\n \r\n We cannot wait for you to see the final performance and witness firsthand the incredible hard work, dedication, and passion of our second graders. Thank you for your continued support in fostering creativity and confidence in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1731935582437,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-theater/8944085/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Theater","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Antoinette Koehler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9837619_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x452,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731582622269","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/koehler2nd"},{"teacherId":121135,"projectId":9024852,"letterContent":"This project has meant so much to us already! Due to your generosity, we have already celebrated and learned about Lunar New Year, Black History, Valentine's Day, 100 Day of school, and now Ramadan! \r\n\r\nMy students were super excited to see the backdrops and allowed me to give my students more professional looking photos than most usually get! The read alouds helped us to dive deeper into the different holidays.\r\n\r\nWe can't wait to make the projects for Mother's Day, Father's Day, and World Kindness day! \r\n\r\nYour generosity means the world! Keep a look out for incoming pictures!!","fullyFundedDate":1735848122753,"projectUrl":"project/black-history-womens-history-more/9024852/","projectTitle":"Black History, Women's History & More!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cordo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp121135_orig.jpg?crop=688,688,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695585928474","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/121135"},{"teacherId":121135,"projectId":8862459,"letterContent":"This funded project has already sparked creativity and joy in my classroom! I can't wait to show you some of the fun projects we were able to create and learn from using this resource! \r\n\r\nWe already created fund projects rom Martin Luther King Jr day, to the 100th day of school and Valentines day! We created math robots with a Valentines theme, a MLK Jr. collaborative banner, and Black History famous people \"rainbows\" in such a short time!\r\n\r\nI now have a science curriculum resource with bright vibrant materials that students get excited to use! Students have started learning about space and then will head into plant and animal adaptations! I can't wait to post pictures of the projects my students completed thanks to your generosity! The funding came just at the right time--you have eased a financial burden of paying for all these resources but also brought such joy and fun into my classroom. Thank you, Thank you, THANK YOU!","fullyFundedDate":1735691485932,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-for-the-win/8862459/","projectTitle":"TPT for the Win!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cordo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp121135_orig.jpg?crop=688,688,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695585928474","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/121135"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_23288","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":722,"numTeachers":59,"percentFrplEligible":70,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":85,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":77.6,"schoolId":23288,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Columbus Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Columbus Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-rochelle-city-school-district/columbus-elementary-school/23288"}