{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dore Early Childhood Center","outOfStateSupporters":16.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8637315,"projectId":9964617,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support! My students were beyond excited to see these giant blocks. It was the perfect addition to the block center during our building unit. My students build different towers and structures, using various pictures as inspiration. It was so great to see their excitement and creativity. They not only had fun but also practice valuable planning skills, problem solving, and cooperative play. Some of my students have even asked for them again since we updated our block center. I am so excited to have these fun and engaging block center materials. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1766093781753,"projectUrl":"project/giant-block-giant-creativty/9964617/","projectTitle":"Giant Block Giant Creativty","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wojcik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8637315"},{"teacherId":197034,"projectId":9844718,"letterContent":"We recently began using the Code and Go Robot Mouse Activity Set in our classroom, and the students were excited to begin learning how to code our new robots. To introduce the robots, we incorporated the activity set into our daily small group language arts lessons.\r\n\r\nStudents first learned how to program the mouse to move forward and backward. I have included pictures of a few students participating in one of our first lessons. During the activity, students rolled a die and counted the dots to determine how many spaces the robot mouse should move forward on the green track. They then pressed the forward button the correct number of times and pressed the green \"go\" button to make the robot mouse move. The mouse landed on a corresponding space, and students selected an object next to that space. They said the name of the object and identified the ending sound they heard in the word. This activity allowed me to incorporate math, phonics, and technology into one simple lesson.\r\n\r\nAs the students became more comfortable programming the mouse to move forward and backward, we began teaching them how to program right and left turns. The Code and Go Robot Mouse has kept our students engaged and highly interested in our small group activities. We can't thank you enough for allowing our students this wonderful learning opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1765927071261,"projectUrl":"project/coding-in-pre-k/9844718/","projectTitle":"Coding in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Meyers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp197034_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470459731866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/meyerskindergarten"},{"teacherId":2312479,"projectId":10025782,"letterContent":"Wow! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for our new musical instruments! My preschoolers have been having so much fun during our morning jam sessions! The rhythm sticks have given them several opportunities to create their own musical beats and learn different tempos. They have also been enjoying our new maracas, which they love shaking and dancing to the beat.\r\n\r\nAs our school year continues, my preschoolers will continue to use their instruments. I plan to continue to musically challenge them, all of course while have fun during our mornings together! Without donors like you, this wouldn't have been possible! Again, thank you for your generosity and support. It means the world to me and my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768846580317,"projectUrl":"project/beat-builders/10025782/","projectTitle":"Beat Builders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Spencer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2312479_orig.jpg?crop=619,619,x100,y781&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702010780914","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-spencers-gym"},{"teacherId":8637315,"projectId":9925606,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generosity and support! The magnets have been a big hit in the classroom, and my students were so excited to use these new materials. They are exploring, creating, problem solving, and working together all while having so much fun! They are proud to show off their creations and explain what they have built. These were a great addition during our building unit as students explored different structures and building materials. After the study, the magnets continue to be a preferred option in the block center. I can't wait to see what else my students will create. Thank you! We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1764598857285,"projectUrl":"project/magic-magnets/9925606/","projectTitle":"Magic Magnets","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wojcik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8637315"},{"teacherId":8637315,"projectId":9880944,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generosity and support! It has been so wonderful to see the science center become popular again. Students were so excited to explore the new materials, we actually had to set a timer to make sure everyone had a turn. Students used magnifying glasses to explore the specimens, and some even drew pictures of what they saw. Their use of vocabulary was amazing to hear as they described what they saw and felt. I am so excited to be able to change out these specimens throughout the year. It will definitely continue to have a positive impact on student learning and engagement. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1764598863938,"projectUrl":"project/scientists-and-specimens/9880944/","projectTitle":"Scientists and Specimens","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wojcik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8637315"},{"teacherId":8637315,"projectId":9843723,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generosity and support! The blocks were the perfect addition to our tree study, and the students absolutely loved them. Their creativity soared as they built different structures and even created homes for animals. We will definitely use them again during our plant study in the spring. Next year's tree study will be off to a great start as these materials can be out and ready to go from day one. The connections that students were able to make while using these materials truly showed their importance. My students and I are so grateful! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1764598846483,"projectUrl":"project/natural-play-in-prek/9843723/","projectTitle":"Natural Play in PreK","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wojcik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8637315"},{"teacherId":8637315,"projectId":9474175,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support! My students have been thriving in math, and it is in large part due to your support and the amazing materials we have been able to use! Math has become fun, exciting, and engaging, and it is really showing in my students' math skills. The shape beanbags made for an especially fun day, so much so that our assistant principal came in because she heard my students laughing with excitement.\r\n\r\nNow, students are also seeking out math games and materials during center time. I always hear them counting, and patterns have become an important part of their play. They are making and describing their own patterns, and I love to watch them learn and grow. Thank you again for your generosity and support! It truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1762267581064,"projectUrl":"project/lets-shape-up/9474175/","projectTitle":"Let’s Shape Up","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wojcik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8637315"},{"teacherId":10176816,"projectId":10035285,"letterContent":"My students use the scooter boards every day during playtime and sensory breaks, and they absolutely love them. We recently added them to an obstacle course where students practice taking turns, following directions, and building coordination skills. When they first saw the scooter boards, their excitement was immediate—big smiles, laughter, and eager anticipation for their turn. The scooter boards have become a motivating tool that supports both regulation and learning. I am truly filled with gratitude for your generosity and support in making this possible for our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768874256417,"projectUrl":"project/scooter-boards/10035285/","projectTitle":"Scooter Boards","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miranda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10176816_orig.jpg?crop=1880,1880,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768543535082","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10176816"},{"teacherId":197034,"projectId":9844673,"letterContent":"We can't thank you enough for your generous donations to our project. Our Pre-K students love learning the letters of the alphabet, and as we prepare them for their journey to kindergarten, we strive to ensure they are engaged and having fun while learning.\r\n\r\nThe Alphabet Bowling resource has given students the opportunity to play and learn alongside their peers while identifying letters and sounds introduced in class. We've added the Write and Trace Letters resource to our writing center, where students enjoy practicing letter formation for the letters they are currently learning. The Magnetic Letter Builders resource has also become a favorite in our literacy centers, as students are amazed to see how lines and curves connect to form each uppercase letter.\r\n\r\nAll of these activities have added joy and excitement to our daily learning, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1761479888481,"projectUrl":"project/alphabet-fun/9844673/","projectTitle":"Alphabet Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Meyers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp197034_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470459731866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/meyerskindergarten"},{"teacherId":2312479,"projectId":9719612,"letterContent":"Wow! How exciting to have our SEL project fully funded! My preschoolers are having a blast using their new emotion puppets during our station time. They are coming up with creative ways to express their feelings and the puppets make it so engaging for them. It has been amazing to see! They have also been using their \"safe mirrors\" to practice making different facial expressions and to see how their own face looks when they are feeling happy, sad, surprised, angry, or scared. They enjoy using the mirrors and I have a piece of mind knowing that the mirrors are safe and shatter-proof. The new sensory toys have also been very helpful in our calming area. My students have been so excited to use all of our new SEL materials and games. I am forever grateful!\r\n\r\nAs we continue our school year, our SEL materials will continue to be put to good use on a daily basis. As students prepare for Kindergarten, it is important that we continue to make SEL a primary focus in their school day and make sure that all students feel comfortable in sharing how they feel.","fullyFundedDate":1759935054317,"projectUrl":"project/little-lessons-big-feelings-building/9719612/","projectTitle":"“Little Lessons, Big Feelings: Building Emotional Awareness in Early Learners”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Spencer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2312479_orig.jpg?crop=619,619,x100,y781&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702010780914","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-spencers-gym"},{"teacherId":8637315,"projectId":9830175,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generosity and support. My students are loving the new materials for the block center. They are having so much fun building, exploring, and expressing their creativity. Students are working together to create different houses and other buildings. These materials will also be perfect as we move into our holding study after break. Students can continue to plan, create, collaborate, and explore all while having fun. I cannot wait to see what they learn and create next. We truly appreciate your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1760704943809,"projectUrl":"project/its-a-block-party/9830175/","projectTitle":"It’s a Block Party","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wojcik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8637315"},{"teacherId":8637315,"projectId":9713334,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generosity and support. My students have been loving the new and exciting magnet toys. They are so creative and are building everything from police stations to zoos to castles. I love to watch as they plan and explore their creativity. The fun and excitement is evident, and so is the learning. While having fun, students are also learning planning and problem solving skills. These magnets will also be a great addition to our building unit coming up after break. Students will be able to build and create using blueprint to and building materials. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1760706074749,"projectUrl":"project/magnet-mania/9713334/","projectTitle":"Magnet Mania","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wojcik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8637315"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_126082","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":null,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":75,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":34,"percentWhite":10,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":46,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Not specified","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR District Record","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":null},"inStateSupporters":84.0,"schoolId":126082,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Dore Early Childhood Center on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Dore Early Childhood Center","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/dore-early-childhood-center/126082"}