{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Comstock Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9972989,"projectId":10462026,"letterContent":"Thank you for making this project possible! These materials have helped me transform my students' reading journals by adding colorful, interactive anchor charts that make learning more engaging. My students are excited to see their lessons come to life through these visuals, which help them better understand and remember important reading concepts.\r\n\r\nThe best part is that these journals are becoming personal learning resources that students can refer back to throughout the school year. They will be able to review reading standards, vocabulary, and previously taught skills whenever they need extra support. Your generosity is helping make learning more meaningful while giving my students tools they can use beyond the lesson! Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1787163951619,"projectUrl":"project/anchor-your-learning-strategies-student/10462026/","projectTitle":"Anchor Your Learning: Strategies Students Can Keep","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gardiner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9972989_orig.jpg?crop=225,225,x0,y43&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755001667231","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-gardiner"},{"teacherId":9972989,"projectId":10420738,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for making this project possible and investing in my classroom! Your generosity has provided my students with valuable resources that support their learning, organization, and independence. The headphones allow my students to focus during independent reading, online learning activities, and assessments. The privacy folders help create a distraction-free environment during testing, while the folders with prongs give my students a place to organize their assignments and classroom work.\r\n\r\nMy students are also excited about the fun erasers, pencils, and classroom prizes! I love using these rewards to celebrate accomplishments, encourage positive behavior, and keep my students motivated. Because of your generosity, I can continue creating an engaging classroom where students feel supported, confident, and excited to learn. Thank you for believing in my students and providing resources that will make a difference in their daily learning experience!","fullyFundedDate":1786218136009,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-basics-for-bright-minds/10420738/","projectTitle":"Back-to-School Basics for Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gardiner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9972989_orig.jpg?crop=225,225,x0,y43&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755001667231","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-gardiner"},{"teacherId":1137824,"projectId":10364374,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! The new headphones have already made a dramatic difference in our daily learning routine. With these headphones, my students can now focus fully on their individualized reading programs without distracting—or being distracted by—the noise around them. Having their own comfortable, clear-sounding headsets allows them to work at their own pace, immerse themselves in interactive lessons, and truly get the most out of their educational technology time.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created a much more peaceful and productive environment for all of us. It is so heartening for my students to know that people like you believe in their education and care about their success. We are deeply grateful for your investment in our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1788459657528,"projectUrl":"project/tune-in-to-learning-quiet-headphones-fo/10364374/","projectTitle":"Tune In to Learning: Quiet Headphones for Focused Third Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1137824_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726676700859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-c-lovestoteach"},{"teacherId":1137824,"projectId":10465875,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our 3rd-grade classroom! The new color printer has transformed our learning space into a vibrant visual environment. In 3rd grade, bright, color-coded anchor charts are essential for helping students grasp key reading and writing concepts. Having these colorful reference points around the room helps my students quickly locate information, make connections, and work with confidence.\r\n\r\n Instead of spending hours hand-drawing temporary posters, I can focus on tailoring visual supports directly to my students' daily needs. Thank you for giving my 3rd graders the visual tools they need to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1789560984477,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-reading-to-life-color-coded-an/10465875/","projectTitle":"Bringing Reading to Life: Color-Coded Anchor Charts for Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1137824_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726676700859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-c-lovestoteach"},{"teacherId":1137824,"projectId":10214752,"letterContent":"Thank you for recognizing that test success starts with emotional well-being. These hands-on items provide a practical way to manage nervous energy, regulate emotions, and improve concentration without disruption. By funding these sensory tools, you gave my 3rd graders a tangible way to manage anxiety, channel their nervous energy positively, and approach their assessments with the calm confidence they need to shine!\r\n\r\nNot only do they do help them stay focus during testing, they love having their \"pet\" on their desk to accompany them throughout the day! \r\n\r\nOnce again thank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1786721775833,"projectUrl":"project/stress-relief-for-success/10214752/","projectTitle":"Stress Relief for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1137824_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726676700859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-c-lovestoteach"},{"teacherId":8278434,"projectId":10228663,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! When the package containing our testing success kit arrived, my students were absolutely thrilled. Their faces lit up when they saw the bright, colorful new headphones, and they were so excited that they each got to pick out their favorite color. Opening the box felt like receiving a special delivery of encouragement, and seeing their happiness immediately shifted the energy in our room from test anxiety to genuine excitement.\r\n\r\nThese resources made an incredible difference during our state testing sessions. The new headphones were truly heaven-sent, replacing our old, broken, and worn-out pairs. Having reliable, comfortable headphones meant every student could hear test audio clearly without technical glitches, allowing them to focus entirely on doing their best. The fidget tools were invaluable for helping students calm their nerves and stay focused before and during long test blocks. When stamina started to fade, the peppermints provided a great little pick-me-up to keep them sharp, and celebrating afterward with the sweet treats gave them a tangible reward for all their hard work.\r\n\r\nNow that state testing is behind us, our students are carrying that confidence into our end-of-year academic lessons. They are continuing to use their colorful new headphones daily. Thank you for showing my students that people outside our classroom believe in them and care about their success!","fullyFundedDate":1778175485051,"projectUrl":"project/stress-free-state-testing-success-kit/10228663/","projectTitle":"Stress-Free State Testing Success Kit","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8278434_orig.jpg?crop=1980,1980,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642560969552","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8278434"},{"teacherId":4008772,"projectId":10020992,"letterContent":"Your generous donation of a light pad has made a meaningful difference in our Pre-K classroom. Because of your support, our students now have the opportunity to explore learning in a hands-on, engaging, and creative way. The light pad has sparked their curiosity as they experiment with colors, shapes, letters, and materials, helping to strengthen early skills in literacy, math, and problem-solving. It has truly transformed everyday activities into exciting learning experiences.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your gift has also inspired collaboration, creativity, and confidence among our young learners. Watching their faces light up with excitement as they discover and create is a powerful reminder of the impact your kindness has made. Thank you for investing in our students' growth and for helping us create a joyful and enriching learning environment where every child can shine.","fullyFundedDate":1768624499959,"projectUrl":"project/light-it-up/10020992/","projectTitle":"Light it Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simoni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4008772_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1539722490159","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4008772"},{"teacherId":5811452,"projectId":10049332,"letterContent":"Receiving these books has fundamentally changed the energy in my classroom, shifting our storytime from a passive observation to an interactive story time with higher engagement. Because my Pre-K students with ASD are still developing their foundational skills and don't yet read independently, the visual clarity and repetitive nature of this curated collection are exactly what they needed to develop a love for books and increase their receptive vocabulary. The durable board books have been a game-changer; for the first time, my students can grab a book and \"read\" by exploring the pages themselves without the frustration of accidental tears, giving them a sense of independence they didn't have before. These books have turned a once-quiet corner of my room into a space where every child enjoys attending and engages with reading.","fullyFundedDate":1769266068670,"projectUrl":"project/core-conversations-building-language-th/10049332/","projectTitle":"Core Conversations: Building Language Through Shared Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Delpuerto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5811452"},{"teacherId":9972989,"projectId":9871002,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful difference in my classroom by giving my students reliable access to the tools they need to stay focused, organized, and confident during differentiated instruction time. Something as simple as having sharpened pencils ready or the right supplies within reach helps minimize disruptions and allows us to make the most of every learning moment.\r\n\r\nStudents are now able to highlight key ideas, organize their thinking, and take pride in their work, while small rewards like stickers help celebrate their effort and growth. These small touches have helped build a more positive, motivated classroom environment where students feel encouraged to try their best.\r\n\r\nThe laminating sheets have been especially impactful. My students can now use reusable practice materials, visual aids, and learning cards that support independence and collaboration. This allows them to practice skills repeatedly, build confidence, and take more ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these resources help my students feel prepared and supported each day. They are more engaged, more confident, and more willing to participate, which makes it easier for me to meet their individual needs and help them grow. I am truly grateful for the support that made this possible and for the opportunity it has created for my students to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1764685636090,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-success-during-di-time/9871002/","projectTitle":"Tools for Success During DI Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gardiner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9972989_orig.jpg?crop=225,225,x0,y43&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755001667231","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-gardiner"},{"teacherId":1137824,"projectId":9907708,"letterContent":"Thank You for Keeping Our Students Warm!\r\nI want to express my deepest gratitude for your flexibility and generosity. Although I originally sought sweatshirts, they were unfortunately out of stock; however, the hats, socks, and gloves I purchased instead could not have arrived at a better time. Miami has recently experienced its coldest weather in years, and for my students, this chill was a real barrier to learning. Many of our students come from low-income families and arrived at school without any winter accessories. Seeing them walk in with warm ears and cozy hands—thanks to your support—has changed the entire energy of our mornings.\r\n\r\nThe impact of these items is felt immediately in the classroom. My students feel cared for and protected from the elements, allowing them to redirect their focus entirely back to their education.\r\n\r\nYour kindness did more than just provide clothing; it provided the warmth and confidence these amazing students needed to thrive during an unexpectedly harsh winter. You have made a tangible difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful for your heart for our community.","fullyFundedDate":1764703905155,"projectUrl":"project/warm-wishes-sweatshirts-for-students-in/9907708/","projectTitle":"Warm Wishes: Sweatshirts for Students in Need","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1137824_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726676700859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-c-lovestoteach"},{"teacherId":3658323,"projectId":4933129,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contributions. Students were able to continue their hands-on learning and STEAM introduction at home through the materials provided allowing for deeper connections and comprehension in the reading and science areas. May the learning and investigating nature continue.\r\nStudent's spend most of their day in school sitting behind a desk being presented many ideas and concepts. Being able to take home an activity as a continuation of the lessons learned has more significant meaning than just assigning homework from a book. Students, as well as some adults, learn by doing. The more the students involve themselves in the lesson and have the opportunity to manipulate the lesson, the greater the understanding and more meaningful it becomes.","fullyFundedDate":1589976067442,"projectUrl":"project/at-home-investigations/4933129/","projectTitle":"At Home Investigations","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3658323_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1735333568162","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melrosesciencecoach"},{"teacherId":1137824,"projectId":9454999,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to share the impact your generosity has had on our 3rd-grade classroom! When the boxes arrived, the students were buzzing with excitement—one student even called the document camera a \"magic projector\" for their ideas. The standing desk and document camera have quickly become the \"Podium of Power\" in our room, transforming the way my students view their own work. Instead of just handing in papers, they are now eager to step up to the desk and lead the class through their thinking.\r\n\r\nWe recently used these tools during a \"Strategy Sharing\" session in Writing. A student who is typically very quiet was able to place her notebook under the camera and used the standing desk as a home base to read her expository writing. Having a designated professional space to stand gave her a noticeable boost in confidence; she stood taller and spoke more clearly because she could see her work projected large for the whole class to admire. It was a powerful moment where technology and a dedicated workspace allowed a young learner to truly shine.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next step is our \"Young Authors Showcase.\" Students are currently putting the finishing touches on narrative stories, and they are incredibly excited to use the document camera to highlight their favorite illustrations as they read their work aloud. Your support has given these 3rd graders a professional platform to practice public speaking and take pride in their progress. Thank you for making our classroom a more interactive, student-centered place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1762020396787,"projectUrl":"project/stand-up-and-present/9454999/","projectTitle":"Stand Up and Present!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1137824_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726676700859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-c-lovestoteach"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_45791","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":546,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":66,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":88,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":62.1,"schoolId":45791,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Comstock Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Comstock Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/miami-dade-county-public-schools/comstock-elementary-school/45791"}