{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Eakin Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":57.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9230147,"projectId":10001399,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making it possible for me to continue to do star student EVERY week with my entire school at dismissal on Fridays! The students absolutely love it and ask me about it every week! This would not be possible without the love and support of others that also believe in our school and our mission. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts as you continue to make students motivated and smile each and every week! They are motivated to work hard and be recognized for this award. I am so grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1774106754904,"projectUrl":"project/our-star-student-of-the-week/10001399/","projectTitle":"Our Star Student of the Week","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jewell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9230147_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y430&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704903897886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-jewell"},{"teacherId":8722033,"projectId":10137302,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our project, \"A Shelf Full of Stories!\" Your kindness is making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom will be filled with engaging, diverse, and high-interest books that invite students to explore, imagine, and discover. For many of our children, access to books that reflect their interests, experiences, and cultures can be life-changing. Your support helps ensure that every student has the opportunity to find a story that speaks to them.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this project will be felt each and every day. With a classroom library full of fresh, exciting titles, students will have more choice in what they read—an important factor in building motivation and a love of reading. When students are excited about books, they read more. And when they read more, their confidence, comprehension, and academic success grow.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, these books will help foster empathy, creativity, and a deeper understanding of the world. Students will see themselves in the pages they read, while also learning about perspectives different from their own. These experiences help shape not only stronger readers, but more thoughtful and compassionate individuals.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping us create a classroom environment where reading is not just a task, but a joy—a place where students are eager to pick up a book, share stories with one another, and build a lifelong love of learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us put a shelf full of stories into the hands of our students—and for helping open a world of possibilities for each and every one of them.","fullyFundedDate":1774106755476,"projectUrl":"project/a-shelf-full-of-stories/10137302/","projectTitle":"A Shelf Full of Stories!","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":9268017,"projectId":10140346,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Books in Every Backpack. Your generosity has a powerful impact on our students—because of you, children are leaving school with books in their hands and worlds of stories in their hearts.\r\n\r\nHaving books at home gives students the freedom to explore, imagine, and learn on their own terms. Each book they take home builds confidence, sparks curiosity, and fosters a love of reading that can last a lifetime. Your donation is helping to create moments of discovery and joy outside the classroom, giving our students the tools to grow academically, creatively, and personally.\r\n\r\nYour support is more than just a gift of books—it is a gift of opportunity, inspiration, and hope. Thank you for helping us ensure that every child has the chance to open a book and unlock a world of possibilities.","fullyFundedDate":1774106755402,"projectUrl":"project/books-in-every-backpack/10140346/","projectTitle":"Books in Every Backpack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peaks-Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9268017"},{"teacherId":9268017,"projectId":10137218,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Unlocking a World of Stories for Our Students. Your generous donation has a meaningful impact—because of you, our students now have the gift of books to take home, explore, and cherish.\r\n\r\nHaving books at home opens doors to imagination, curiosity, and confidence. Each story our students can read outside the classroom strengthens their love of learning, empowers their voices, and inspires a lifelong connection with reading. Your contribution is helping to plant the seeds of curiosity and creativity that will grow far beyond the pages of these books.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your support and belief in the power of stories to transform young lives. Thank you for making this project possible and for helping our students unlock a world of possibilities, one book at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1774106754404,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-a-world-of-stories-for-our-stu/10137218/","projectTitle":"Unlocking a World of Stories for Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peaks-Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9268017"},{"teacherId":8893605,"projectId":9904210,"letterContent":"These Squishmallows have quickly become an essential part of our literacy blocks, transforming a potentially stressful time into one of comfort and joy. It has been incredible to watch even my most hesitant readers settle in with a buddy; they love reading aloud to their \"listeners,\" and I often see them tightly squeezing their buddy as the text gets more challenging. That physical comfort provides the sensory support they need to persevere through tough words and build their reading stamina.\r\nBeyond the classroom, the winter care bags have provided a meaningful bridge between school and home. These packages gave each student something special to call their own, reinforcing the idea that their well-being is a priority. By meeting these basic needs with dignity, we've strengthened the sense of belonging within our group. Your support has created a learning environment where students feel secure enough to take risks, knowing they have a tangible source of reassurance right by their side.\r\nYour generosity has truly given my students the confidence to keep growing—emotionally, socially, and academically.","fullyFundedDate":1766157926317,"projectUrl":"project/reading-buddies-and-winter-care-bags-for/9904210/","projectTitle":"Reading Buddies and Winter Care Bags for Student Well-Being","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":9904141,"letterContent":"Your generosity turned a potentially difficult winter break into a season of growth and dignity for my students. For children living in transitional housing, having high-quality books and handwriting materials of their own is a rare and powerful experience. Because of these packages, my students weren't just \"passing the time\" over the break; they were practicing phonics-based decoding and letter formation—the exact foundational skills we've been working on in our reading intervention sessions. When they returned to school, they weren't just excited to be back; they were beaming with pride as they told me about the stories they read. \r\nThe emotional impact of these \"at-home\" kits has been just as profound as the academic one. In our classroom, the conversation has been filled with students comparing their cozy socks and sharing stories about sitting down with their \"special mug\" of hot cocoa to tackle a new puzzle or workbook. By providing these comforts, you gave them a sense of security and ownership that many have never experienced. Thank you for ensuring they returned to school warm, happy, and truly ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1763595605216,"projectUrl":"project/reading-and-comfort-kits-for-students-ov/9904141/","projectTitle":"Reading and Comfort Kits for Students Over Winter Break","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8893605"},{"teacherId":9820410,"projectId":10106050,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us create a more inclusive and welcoming learning environment—your support has truly made a difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the new resources arrived, my students were immediately curious and excited. As we explored them together, I saw students recognizing themselves in the materials and also learning about experiences different from their own. One powerful moment was during a class discussion when a student shared how a story reminded them of their own family, while another student said it helped them better understand a classmate. These conversations have helped build empathy, respect, and a stronger sense of community among my students.\r\n\r\nWe are using these resources daily in both whole-group and small-group activities. Whether it's through read-alouds, partner discussions, or reflective writing, students are engaging more deeply and feeling more confident sharing their voices. Looking ahead, we are continuing a classroom project focused on understanding and celebrating our differences. Students will be creating their own stories and presentations that reflect their identities and what they've learned about inclusion. Your generosity is helping guide these important lessons, and we are so grateful for the impact you've made.","fullyFundedDate":1774106754382,"projectUrl":"project/lighting-the-way-to-an-inclusive-learnin/10106050/","projectTitle":"Lighting The Way To An Inclusive Learning Environment","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":10090485,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, It's Cool to Be a Girl! Your contribution made it possible for us to celebrate our girls with a special pizza party in honor of completing the ROX program.\r\n\r\nThis celebration was more than just a fun reward—it was a meaningful way to recognize the hard work, growth, and confidence these girls have developed throughout the program. Your kindness helped create a joyful and memorable experience that made each student feel valued and proud of her accomplishments.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your support and for helping us empower and celebrate our students in such a special way.","fullyFundedDate":1771008181502,"projectUrl":"project/its-cool-to-be-a-girl/10090485/","projectTitle":"It's Cool to Be a Girl!","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":8083996,"projectId":9688786,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of Points for Progress: Building Financial Futures!. Because of your contributions, this project has made a meaningful and lasting impact on my students.\r\n\r\nThrough the school store and points-based system, students have gained hands-on experience with financial decision-making in a way that feels real and relevant. They've learned how to set goals, save for rewards, and make thoughtful choices about how to spend what they've earned. What started as an incentive program quickly became an opportunity to build responsibility, patience, and pride in their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nI have seen students become more motivated, more engaged, and more confident in their ability to manage their choices. They are making connections between effort and reward, understanding the value of delayed gratification, and celebrating their progress in positive ways. These are skills that extend far beyond the classroom and will support them in their future financial journeys.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a culture where growth is recognized, effort is rewarded, and students feel empowered to succeed. Thank you for investing in their futures and for making such a powerful difference in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1757630599243,"projectUrl":"project/points-for-progress-building-financial/9688786/","projectTitle":"Points for Progress: Building Financial Futures!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cullen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8083996_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688574384257","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8083996"},{"teacherId":8083996,"projectId":9900324,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of Spark, Stick, and Shine: Rewards to Ignite STEAM Magic!. Your contribution is helping us create an exciting and engaging environment where curiosity, creativity, and innovation can truly flourish.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, students will have access to meaningful rewards that celebrate their efforts and achievements in STEAM learning. These incentives do more than recognize success—they spark motivation, encourage persistence, and inspire students to explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics with confidence and enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping to build a classroom culture where trying new ideas, solving problems, and thinking creatively are celebrated. As students earn rewards, they are also developing important skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, and resilience—skills that will serve them well far into the future.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your generosity will shine through every experiment, project, and breakthrough moment. You are helping ignite a lasting passion for learning and empowering students to see themselves as capable innovators and problem-solvers.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us spark curiosity, reward effort, and shine a light on every student's potential.","fullyFundedDate":1771008180603,"projectUrl":"project/spark-stick-and-shine-rewards-to-igni/9900324/","projectTitle":"Spark, Stick, and Shine: Rewards to Ignite STEAM Magic!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cullen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8083996_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688574384257","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8083996"},{"teacherId":8083996,"projectId":9688874,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contributions to Points for Progress: Building Financial Futures! Part 3. Your support is helping us bring our school store to life and expand opportunities for students to learn, grow, and succeed.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, we are able to provide meaningful incentives that encourage positive behavior, goal-setting, and financial responsibility. The items in our school store are more than just rewards—they are tools that help students understand the value of earning, saving, and making thoughtful choices. Through this experience, students are gaining real-world skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is creating a system where effort is recognized, progress is celebrated, and students feel motivated to take ownership of their growth. As they earn points and make decisions about how to spend them, they are building confidence, practicing responsibility, and developing a foundation for strong financial habits.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your support will be felt every day as students engage with the school store, set goals, and see the direct connection between their actions and their achievements. You are helping to shape a positive school culture while preparing students for brighter financial futures.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and for making this project possible.","fullyFundedDate":1757630941823,"projectUrl":"project/points-for-progress-building-financial/9688874/","projectTitle":"Points for Progress: Building Financial Futures! 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Each swirl of color will represent not only creativity, but also the importance of teamwork, unity, and self-expression.\r\n\r\nYour support makes it possible to create an environment where individuals feel empowered to lead, encouraged to work together, and inspired to grow. The impact of this experience will last well beyond the activity itself, shaping confidence, strengthening relationships, and fostering a sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us bring color, connection, and leadership to life.","fullyFundedDate":1773393162198,"projectUrl":"project/color-our-team-tie-dye-for-teamwork-and/10121357/","projectTitle":"Color Our Team: Tie-Dye for Teamwork and Leadership","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peaks-Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9268017"}],"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":42.6,"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"}