{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"East African Elementary Magnet School","outOfStateSupporters":36.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9294339,"projectId":10177857,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! My middle school students now will be able to print their designs in more colors because of the new filament for the 3D printer. This will help students learn technology, collaboration, and creative skills. All of my 6th and 7th graders will design objects that will be 3D printed. My students are very excited to be able to do this and it will help my students learn new technology skills.\r\n\r\nThis is also helped to expand the library maker space. I also got books that I will use in the library that will inspire students when creating their designs for 3D printing. This has helped my students get excited about STEM and learn new skills.","fullyFundedDate":1775147327496,"projectUrl":"project/stem-books-and-filament-for-makerspace/10177857/","projectTitle":"STEM Books and Filament for Makerspace","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eastafricanlibrary"},{"teacherId":9294339,"projectId":10172051,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! My middle school students now will be able to print their designs in more colors because of the new filament for the 3D printer. This will help students learn technology, collaboration, and creative skills. All of my 6th and 7th graders will design objects that will be 3D printed. My students are very excited to be able to do this and it will help my students learn new technology skills.\r\n\r\nThis is also helped to expand the library maker space. I also got books that I will use in the library that will introduce concepts such as, coding, 3D printing, and computers to students in elementary at my school too.","fullyFundedDate":1774686876245,"projectUrl":"project/stem-materials-for-school-library/10172051/","projectTitle":"STEM Materials for School Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eastafricanlibrary"},{"teacherId":9294339,"projectId":10096698,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations! Your donations made it for possible for me to get more books students requested for the school library. The books your donations purchased were graphic novels, picture books, and chapter books that so many students have been asking for in the library. Students are very excited about these new books in the library and they are already loving reading them. They all got checked out almost immediately after I put them on our bookshelves. This is helping to promote literacy throughout our school. It is also ensuring that students have access to books that they want to read!\r\n\r\nStudents take these books home and return them, so students at the school can enjoy the books you purchased for many years. Thank you for helping make the school library a better place where more students have books they are excited to read!","fullyFundedDate":1773870065989,"projectUrl":"project/student-requested-books-for-school-libra/10096698/","projectTitle":"Student Requested Books for School Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eastafricanlibrary"},{"teacherId":9294339,"projectId":10159658,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! My middle school students now will be able to print their designs in more colors because of the new filament for the 3D printer. This will help students learn technology, collaboration, and creative skills. All of my 6th and 7th graders will design objects that will be 3D printed. My students are very excited to be able to do this and it will help my students learn new technology school.\r\n\r\nThis filament provided more options for my middle school students to bring their STEM skills to life in the 3D printing unit we are about to start in the library. My students and I are grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1773841551981,"projectUrl":"project/filament-for-3d-printer-in-library-maker/10159658/","projectTitle":"Filament for 3D Printer in Library Makerspace","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eastafricanlibrary"},{"teacherId":9294339,"projectId":10035882,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! These fiction books will be great to have in the library. Many students have been requesting some of these books. Now thanks to your donation, we will have some of these books for students.\r\n\r\nStudents are so excited to read these books! A lot of these books have already been checked out by students. These books will provide more options for my students and growing readers. My students and I are so grateful for your help making the school library a better place with more books kids are looking for.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. Taylor","fullyFundedDate":1771010975943,"projectUrl":"project/new-fiction-books-for-school-library/10035882/","projectTitle":"New Fiction Books for School Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eastafricanlibrary"},{"teacherId":9294339,"projectId":10144316,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! My middle school students now will be able to print their designs in more colors because of the new filament for the 3D printer. This will help students learn technology, collaboration, and creative skills. All of my 6th and 7th graders will design objects that will be 3D printed. My students are very excited to be able to do this and it will help my students learn new technology school.\r\n\r\nThis is also helped to expand the library maker space. I got materials so students can design paper circuits and learn valuable STEM skills. They will be able to make paper circuit pop-up cards in a project because of the cardstock, laminator, copper tape, batteries, and light materials.","fullyFundedDate":1773778508059,"projectUrl":"project/materials-for-library-makerspace/10144316/","projectTitle":"Materials for Library Makerspace","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eastafricanlibrary"},{"teacherId":9418209,"projectId":10096812,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. My kindergarten students were very excited when the boxes arrived and loved helping unpack all the snacks. They were curious to see what was inside and happy to have different options to choose from. It was a special moment for them. \r\n\r\nWe use these snacks during the school day when students need a little energy so they can stay focused and ready to learn. Having snacks available helps my students stay engaged during reading and writing activities. Your support truly made a difference in our classroom, and my students are very grateful. Thank you again for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1772551016574,"projectUrl":"project/giving-back/10096812/","projectTitle":"Giving Back!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Duale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9418209"},{"teacherId":9294339,"projectId":10085672,"letterContent":"This project provided prizes for my students to help motivate them to read more and return all of their library books. I will let students get a sticker prize whenever they return all of their library books. I will use the larger journal prizes for every student that returns all of their books gets an entry for a journal and book to keep. Then at the end of year, I will use the candy and smaller journal prizes for all students who return all of their books. Some of these prizes will also be used for rewarding all students who read over 100 library books by the end of the school year. These prizes have helped motivate students to read more and return their books. Thank you for helping create this excitement around the school library!","fullyFundedDate":1772553891765,"projectUrl":"project/reading-incentive-prizes/10085672/","projectTitle":"Reading Incentive Prizes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eastafricanlibrary"},{"teacherId":9294339,"projectId":10033962,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! I will be able to use my 3D printer with my middle school students now that I have filament for the 3D printer. This will help students learn technology, collaboration, and creative skills. All of my 6th and 7th graders will design objects that will be 3D printed. My students are very excited to be able to do this and it will help my students learn new technology school.\r\n\r\nThis is also helped to expand the library maker space. I also got wooden bookmarks, so my younger students can design bookmarks since there will not be time this school year for my elementary students to learn 3D printing. My students and I are so grateful, thank you for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1770647763641,"projectUrl":"project/3d-printing-in-the-library-makerspace/10033962/","projectTitle":"3D Printing in the Library Makerspace","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eastafricanlibrary"},{"teacherId":10433905,"projectId":10095684,"letterContent":"I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your generous support in funding my project. Your belief in this work and your willingness to invest in its success mean more than I can fully put into words.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, this project has moved from an idea into meaningful action. Your support has not only provided essential resources, but also encouragement and confidence to continue striving toward our goals. The impact of your generosity will extend far beyond this initial phase, helping create lasting value and positive change.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in this vision and for making it possible. I am truly grateful for your partnership and support.","fullyFundedDate":1772551015365,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-and-critical-thinking-through/10095684/","projectTitle":"Creativity and Critical Thinking Through World Language and Learning Cultures","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hussein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10433905"},{"teacherId":10432387,"projectId":10092864,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support of our project, \"Let Us Move! Games & Sensory Supports for Learning.\" Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in my classroom, and I am so grateful for your investment in my students' well-being and success.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were filled with excitement and curiosity. Their faces lit up with joy as they explored the games, sensory tools, and supplies. It was a powerful moment to see them feel seen, supported, and valued. Since then, we have been using these resources every day. The sensory supports help students stay focused, calm, and ready to learn, while the games provide opportunities for movement, teamwork, and positive social interaction. These tools have become an important part of our daily routine and have helped create a more engaging and supportive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nOne of the most impactful parts of your donation has been the snacks. Many of my students come to school hungry or are unable to eat certain meals due to preferences or dietary restrictions. Because of your generosity, I am now able to provide snacks between breakfast and lunch, after lunch, or whenever a student needs extra support. Students now see me as a trusted resource when they are hungry, and I am able to meet that need right away. This has helped students stay focused, comfortable, and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nI want to share one specific moment that truly shows the impact of your support. I had a student with food allergies who was unable to eat the school lunch one day. She was upset and hungry, but because of the snacks you provided, I was able to give her something safe to eat. She was so relieved and happy, and later she told her mother that I gave her a snack she liked. This small moment meant so much to her and showed me how important it is to have these resources available. Your support made that possible.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my classroom has become a safe and caring space where students know their needs will be met. They feel comfortable coming to me when they are hungry or need support, and that sense of trust has strengthened our classroom community. Students are more engaged, more regulated, and more ready to learn because they feel supported both emotionally and physically.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, I plan to continue using these materials to support active learning, social-emotional growth, and student engagement. I will incorporate more structured movement activities, group games, and sensory strategies into lessons to help students build skills in teamwork, self-regulation, and focus. Your generosity has created opportunities that will continue to benefit my students every single day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness, generosity, and belief in my students. You have made a lasting impact in our classroom, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1770907295419,"projectUrl":"project/let-us-move-games-sensory-supports-fo/10092864/","projectTitle":"Let Us Move! Games & Sensory Supports for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mohamud","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10432387"},{"teacherId":9724426,"projectId":9762919,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of bean bags, which has greatly enhanced the reading experience in our classroom. Your support has helped create a more comfortable and engaging environment, making reading both enjoyable and inviting for our scholars.\r\n\r\nThe students are especially enthusiastic about using the bean bags during reading time. Sitting on them feels like a special reward, and it has motivated them to become even more excited about reading. Each scholar eagerly anticipates their turn, and many have expressed how much they appreciate this cozy addition, some even wishing they could have one of their own.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and commitment to supporting student learning are truly appreciated. Thank you for helping us foster a love of reading in such a meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1764723376833,"projectUrl":"project/making-reading-comfortable-and-fun/9762919/","projectTitle":"Making Reading Comfortable and Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kou","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9724426"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_131976","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":296,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":95,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":0,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.2,"schoolId":131976,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about East African Elementary Magnet School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"East African Elementary Magnet School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/minnesota/saint-paul-public-schools/east-african-elementary-magnet-school/131976"}