{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Eakin Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":57.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9820410,"projectId":9675174,"letterContent":"When the supplies for our student store arrived, the excitement in the room was immediate and contagious. Students crowded around the boxes, eager to see what new items they would soon be able to earn with their hard work and positive choices. We spent that afternoon organizing the store together—sorting items, creating labels, and setting up display bins. One of my favorite moments was watching a group of typically shy students take charge of the organizing process, discussing pricing, fairness, and how to make the store look welcoming for their classmates. It was a perfect blend of teamwork, leadership, and pride.\r\n\r\nThe student store has quickly become a meaningful part of our classroom culture. Students are now more motivated to meet their goals, knowing they can earn visits to the store through responsibility, kindness, participation, and perseverance. The first time the store officially \"opened,\" the room buzzed with joy. Students handled the items with such care, thoughtfully choosing things that reflected their personalities or needs—whether it was a new pencil, a fidget tool, or a small treat. Their smiles and excitement made it clear just how impactful this project already is.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, the student store will play a big role in our ongoing behavior, responsibility, and financial literacy lessons. Students will continue practicing real-world skills such as budgeting, saving, and making thoughtful decisions. We are also working toward having student leaders help run the store independently—managing inventory, assisting peers, and tracking purchases. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has a powerful system that rewards positive behavior, teaches meaningful life skills, and builds a stronger, more connected community. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1760734462085,"projectUrl":"project/a-store-for-student-success/9675174/","projectTitle":"A Store for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schnegg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9820410"},{"teacherId":9820410,"projectId":8910631,"letterContent":"When our new classroom rug arrived, my students were beyond excited. They immediately gathered around it, touching the soft texture and choosing \"their spot\" as if it were a brand-new home base. Within minutes, we were using it for morning meeting, read-aloud time, and small-group discussions. One moment that stood out to me was watching a usually hesitant student eagerly move to the rug to share during circle time—something he rarely did before. The rug has truly created a warm, inviting space where every student feels included.\r\n\r\nTheir reactions said it all—gasps, smiles, and excited chatter. Many of them commented that it \"feels like a real classroom family\" now. The rug has become the heart of our room: the place where we gather to solve problems, celebrate wins, and support each other. It has helped bring calm, comfort, and connection to our daily routines.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our current lessons and projects, the rug is helping shape the way students collaborate. It's where we meet to launch new units, where reading partners sit together, and where small groups brainstorm ideas before heading off to work independently. Thanks to your generosity, my students have a safe, cozy, shared space that brings our classroom community closer every single day. We are so grateful for the warmth—both literal and emotional—that this rug has added to our learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1735699444429,"projectUrl":"project/a-classroom-rug-for-a-classroom-family/8910631/","projectTitle":"A Classroom Rug For a Classroom Family","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schnegg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9820410"},{"teacherId":8722033,"projectId":9858051,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Sweet Attendance: Cocoa, Cookies and Candy Cane Cheer. Your generosity brought excitement, motivation, and a warm winter boost to our students during a time of year when attendance can be especially challenging. Because of you, we were able to create a fun and festive way to encourage students to show up, stay engaged, and feel celebrated for their efforts.\r\n\r\nThe treats and supplies you helped fund brought so much joy to our classroom. Students looked forward to each attendance challenge and were proud to earn their cocoa, cookies, and candy cane rewards. What might seem like small incentives made a big difference—helping students build positive routines, stay connected to learning, and feel recognized for showing up even on tough days. Your support created smiles, strengthened community, and added a sweet spark of encouragement exactly when students needed it.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity helped us highlight the importance of attendance in a way that felt fun, supportive, and meaningful. Students were excited to come to school, celebrate milestones together, and be part of something special. The impact went beyond treats—it created memories and momentum that we will carry into the rest of the school year.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for investing in their success. Your kindness truly made a difference in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1763595604803,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-attendance-cocoa-cookies-and-can/9858051/","projectTitle":"Sweet Attendance: Cocoa, Cookies and Candy Cane Cheer","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8722033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665149599103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eakinpbis"},{"teacherId":8722033,"projectId":9839579,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Teaching Compassion through Books, Games & Cozy Dreams! Your generosity brought joy, comfort, and meaningful learning opportunities into our classroom. Because of you, our students now have access to engaging books and games that help them practice empathy, collaboration, and understanding in ways that feel fun and natural.\r\n\r\nThe cozy items you provided have created a warm, welcoming environment where students feel safe to explore big feelings and build strong connections with one another. Whether they are curled up with a new story, working together during a game, or reflecting quietly in a calming space, your support has helped them grow not only as learners but as kind, caring humans.\r\n\r\nYour donation made a real impact on the climate of our classroom. Students are more willing to listen to one another, work together, and show compassion in their daily interactions. These resources aren't just items—they're tools that are shaping lifelong skills and creating memorable moments of comfort and kindness.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their social-emotional growth. Your generosity has made our classroom a brighter, more compassionate place.","fullyFundedDate":1763595551853,"projectUrl":"project/teaching-compassion-through-books-games/9839579/","projectTitle":"Teaching compassion through Books, Games & Cozy Dreams!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8722033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665149599103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eakinpbis"},{"teacherId":8722033,"projectId":9876278,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Emergency School Pantry. Your generosity arrived at the exact moment our school community needed it most. Because of you, we were able to provide families with essential food items during an unexpected time of crisis—ensuring that no child went home unsure of where their next meal would come from.\r\n\r\nThe pantry you helped fund became more than a collection of shelves and supplies; it became a lifeline. Families facing sudden hardship found comfort, stability, and hope because your support allowed us to respond immediately and compassionately. Your donation helped preserve dignity, meet urgent needs, and remind our community that it is surrounded by people who care.\r\n\r\nThank you for stepping in when it mattered most. Your kindness made a lasting impact, and our students and families are stronger today because of you.","fullyFundedDate":1763498182648,"projectUrl":"project/emergency-school-pantry/9876278/","projectTitle":"Emergency School Pantry","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8722033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665149599103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eakinpbis"},{"teacherId":9787479,"projectId":9657287,"letterContent":"Having a color printer is meaningfully supporting our prekindergarten learning because the children are highly visual, concrete learners. Color helps them understand, engage, and remember information better. Here are the ways it helps; \r\n\r\nThe colorful materials naturally capture young children's interest. Bright images hold their focus longer. Activities feel more fun and exciting, increasing participation and motivation. Having color images make it easier for children to connect words with meaning. Color is one of the first attributes young children use to classify objects.\r\nA printer allows me to create:\r\nsorting cards (sort by color, shape, size).\r\nPatterning sheets. Matching games.\r\nThis reinforces foundational math and logic skills.\r\nI can print:\r\nCut-and-paste worksheets\r\nTracing lines\r\nColoring outlines\r\n Clear, color-printed materials make it easier for children to see distinctions and practice dexterity.\r\nOur color printer helps create strong visual supports:\r\n Visual schedules\r\nCenter rotation charts\r\nThank you for helping our pre-K classroom get a color printer. This gift makes a tremendous difference—our students learn best with bright, visual materials, and now we can provide them with the colorful resources they need to explore, create, and grow. We are deeply grateful for your support and kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1758841805595,"projectUrl":"project/livin-in-color/9657287/","projectTitle":"Livin' in Color","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9787479_orig.png?crop=1598,1598,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756040746602","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9787479"},{"teacherId":8893605,"projectId":9797553,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project and helping make our Chicka Chicka Boom Boom celebration truly unforgettable! The children LOVED receiving their very own books. I keep hearing them walking down the hall singing, \"Chicka, Chicka, Boom Boom—will there be enough room?\" Their excitement was contagious! Seeing teachers dressed as letters, marching behind our giant coconut tree, made the whole experience joyful, ideal, and incredibly educational. For many of our students—especially those living in transitional housing with few books of their own—holding a brand-new book was both empowering and magical.\r\n\r\nThis project had a meaningful impact on my students' learning. The rhythmic, playful repetition of Chicka Chicka Boom Boom helped strengthen letter recognition, phonemic awareness, and vocabulary, all while making literacy come alive through movement, music, and hands-on experiences. Because each child received their own copy, they were able to practice reading at home, share the story with family, and build confidence as beginning readers. With your support, we created a literacy experience that was immersive, multi-sensory, and deeply joyful—one that reminded every child that they are readers, thinkers, and learners ready to climb their own alphabet tree. We are so grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1760734460838,"projectUrl":"project/book-character-parade-take-home-books/9797553/","projectTitle":"Book Character Parade & Take Home Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8893605"},{"teacherId":8893605,"projectId":9498924,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! The air purifier filters, hand soap, tissues, Lysol spray, seat cushions, and classroom calendar have already made our learning space cleaner, more organized, and more welcoming. These simple supplies make a big difference in helping students feel comfortable, safe, and ready to learn from the moment they walk in.\r\n\r\nMany of my young readers—especially those who struggle with decoding or phonemic awareness—need a calm, structured environment to stay focused. A cozy cushion helps a wiggly student settle in, a clean table becomes a safe place to practice new skills, and our classroom calendar gives us the routine and predictability so many of my students rely on. Your generosity helped create a joyful, healthy space where my students can grow as readers, and we are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1758223459639,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-clean-and-focused-classroom-basi/9498924/","projectTitle":"Cozy, Clean, and Focused: Classroom Basics for Early Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8893605"},{"teacherId":8722033,"projectId":9359492,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, Warm Hearts, Warm Hands. Your generosity is truly appreciated and has made an immediate impact on my students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students will receive the warm gloves they need to stay comfortable and confident during the colder months. These items do more than keep little hands warm—they help ensure students can focus on learning without the worry of being unprepared for the weather. Your support shows our students that their community cares about their well-being, and that makes a world of difference.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our mission and for helping us keep our students safe, warm, and ready to learn. We are deeply grateful for your compassion.","fullyFundedDate":1762805158121,"projectUrl":"project/warm-hearts-warm-hands/9359492/","projectTitle":"Warm Hearts, Warm Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8722033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665149599103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eakinpbis"},{"teacherId":8722033,"projectId":9857104,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, Teaching Compassion: Blankets for Students in Need. Your generosity is more than a donation—it's an act of kindness that directly touches the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students will not only have warm blankets to take home, but they will also experience firsthand what compassion looks and feels like. These materials allow us to teach empathy in a meaningful, tangible way, helping students understand the power of giving and caring for others in their community.\r\n\r\nYour support makes a real difference, and we are deeply grateful. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping us create a classroom where kindness grows.","fullyFundedDate":1762561764281,"projectUrl":"project/teaching-compassion-blankets-for-studen/9857104/","projectTitle":"Teaching Compassion: Blankets for Students in Need","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8722033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665149599103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eakinpbis"},{"teacherId":9244558,"projectId":9778409,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations to our Books at Home: Building a Reading Community project, more children and families now have access to books they can call their own. Your support is helping to nurture a love of reading that extends far beyond the classroom—into homes, hearts, and everyday life.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, students are discovering the joy of reading for pleasure, parents are sharing stories with their children, and our community is growing stronger through the power of books. Each book placed in a child's hands is an invitation to imagine, to learn, and to dream—and your kindness made that possible.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is more than a gift; it's an investment in curiosity, confidence, and lifelong learning. Together, we're helping to build a true reading community—one home at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1761074272035,"projectUrl":"project/books-at-home-building-a-reading-commun/9778409/","projectTitle":"Books at Home: Building a Reading Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Snyder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9244558"},{"teacherId":9244558,"projectId":9731008,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our library has been transformed with bright, colorful chairs that bring new life to our space. These vibrant additions have created a welcoming and cheerful environment where students and visitors feel inspired to read, learn, and connect.\r\n\r\nThe new seating has not only made the library more comfortable but has also encouraged more people to spend time here—studying, collaborating, and exploring new ideas. It's amazing how something as simple as a splash of color can make such a big difference in creating an inviting place for our community.\r\n\r\nYour support made this transformation possible, and we are deeply grateful. Every time someone takes a seat to read a book, join a study group, or simply enjoy a quiet moment, they are benefiting from your kindness and generosity.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us make our library a brighter, more inspiring space for everyone!","fullyFundedDate":1758842557168,"projectUrl":"project/sit-in-color-brightening-our-library/9731008/","projectTitle":"Sit in Color: Brightening Our Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Snyder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9244558"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_45403","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":244,"numTeachers":17,"percentFrplEligible":90,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":55,"percentWhite":17,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":17,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":42.4,"schoolId":45403,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Eakin Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Eakin Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/ohio/columbus-city-school-district/eakin-elementary-school/45403"}