{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Edith W Fritsch Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8175347,"projectId":10016098,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donations. I have utilized everything I got. Even made a self care station for my older kids. They love grabing what they need and quickly getting back to class. I have been able to talk about hygiene and personal care with a few students. teaching proper hair brushing for girls and deodorant use. My office is way more organized. \r\n I am still in the process of labeling the containers of supplies. We all greatly appreciate your kindness and help for all Fritsch Elementary Students. My eye chart is coming in the mail today. Which is huge as I need to start preschool vision screenings. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1768528979510,"projectUrl":"project/vital-supplies-for-school-nurses-office/10016098/","projectTitle":"Vital Supplies for School Nurses Office.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shannon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8175347_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636566921979","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8175347"},{"teacherId":9357441,"projectId":8013221,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of a classroom set of Invisible Thread. Your support has made a meaningful difference for my fifth graders, and I am deeply grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nInvisible Thread has become much more than just a book in our classroom—it has sparked powerful conversations about empathy, kindness, and the unseen connections we share with others. As my students read the story, they reflected on their own \"invisible threads\" with family, friends, and even people they may not always understand. Many students shared personal stories, practiced compassion, and began to see how small acts of kindness can have a big impact.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, every student was able to engage with the text, participate in discussions, and feel included in a shared reading experience. The story helped foster a stronger sense of community in our classroom and encouraged students to think more deeply about their role in making the world a kinder place.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for investing in resources that nurture both academic growth and emotional development. Your generosity has truly touched our classroom, and the lessons from this story will stay with my students long after the final page.","fullyFundedDate":1699972474857,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-learners-literacy-boost-and/8013221/","projectTitle":"\"Empowering Learners: Literacy Boost and Resource Revamp\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schuler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9357441_orig.jpg?crop=432,432,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699404134272","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9357441"},{"teacherId":3375032,"projectId":10010281,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our second-grade classroom is more organized, engaging, and joyful than ever. Students are using these new resources daily across reading, writing, math, and social-emotional learning.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite projects so far has been during writing and math stations. Students use the dry erase markers, laminated sheets, and whiteboard tape to solve math problems and practice sentence building right at their desks. The ability to write, erase, and try again has helped students feel more confident taking risks. The gel pens, markers, pencils, and paper have also made writing time extra exciting—students are eager to draft stories, revise their work, and proudly share their ideas.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, my students were thrilled. They loved seeing the colorful markers, fresh paper, and classroom tools, and several students immediately asked, \"Are these for us?\" Their excitement was contagious, and it made them feel valued and supported. Even simple things like new erasers or pencils felt special to them. The snacks and bowls have also been a big help, allowing us to celebrate hard work and focus during long learning days.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our classroom feels like a place where learning is fun and structured. Next, students will continue using these materials for small-group instruction, monthly goal-setting on our large calendar, and hands-on projects that strengthen their reading comprehension, math problem-solving, and writing skills. These resources will support our second graders all year long as they grow into confident, capable learners.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our students the tools they need to succeed. Your kindness truly makes a lasting difference in our classroom. 💛","fullyFundedDate":1768412162695,"projectUrl":"project/giving-every-student-the-tools-to-learn/10010281/","projectTitle":"Giving Every Student the Tools to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holmes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3375032_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698935076393","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3375032"},{"teacherId":8049754,"projectId":9762202,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our project to enable smooth sailing when assessing our students. I love that we can have a stress-free way for our students to show what they know. I especially love that they can see their own growth and share in the joy of seeing their strengths in addition to knowing the things they need to work on. \r\n\r\nThe reports can be tailored to each student or it will show class growth as well. I also love that we can share this information with families with a click of a button. \r\n\r\nSincerely, \r\n\r\nTanisha Chacon and The Kindergarten Class of 2038.","fullyFundedDate":1760701732144,"projectUrl":"project/progress-monitoring-made-easy-with-esgi/9762202/","projectTitle":"Progress Monitoring Made Easy With ESGI","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. CHACON","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8049754_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656969000170","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tchacon"},{"teacherId":2150585,"projectId":9323295,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our 5th grade students have been able to learn science in the most powerful way possible—by doing it. Using the new resources, four classrooms designed, built, and continue to maintain hands-on ecosystem models, including desktop pond ecosystems and rotting log ecosystems. Students eagerly observed how plants, animals, decomposers, water, soil, and air interact, collecting data and making thoughtful adjustments as their systems changed over time. One especially memorable moment came when students worked together to rescue an abandoned baby bearded dragon, applying their knowledge of ecosystems to design and build a safe, appropriate habitat that met his survival needs. Seeing their learning transfer so naturally to a real-world situation was incredibly powerful.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials—especially the root viewer, ant farm, and flexible floor seating—the excitement was immediate. They couldn't wait to get started. The root viewer allowed students to observe root growth and nutrient uptake in real time, while the ant farm sparked rich discussions about animal behavior, colony systems, and survival strategies. The floor seating chairs transformed our classroom into a collaborative learning space where students gathered comfortably for observations, scientific discussions, and reflection. These moments fostered curiosity, teamwork, and student-led conversations that felt authentic and joyful.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue long-term observations of their ecosystems, analyze patterns of matter and energy flow, and refine their models to better represent real environmental systems—all aligned to the 5th grade NGSS standard 5-LS2-1. These experiences have empowered students to think like scientists, communicate like scholars, and take true ownership of their learning. Thank you for helping bring science to life in our classroom—your support has made learning meaningful, memorable, and alive in ways our students will never forget.","fullyFundedDate":1746560134798,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-living-things/9323295/","projectTitle":"Exploring Living Things","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Benson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2150585_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468946725587","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-b-benson"},{"teacherId":8175347,"projectId":9656907,"letterContent":"Your donations are hard at work! We have helped many families with the donations I was able to get for the Nurses office. Amazing how a quick change of clothes gets the kids back in class ready to learn. So many of the children are grateful for the clothes. \r\n Last week alone I gave out about 18 tooth boxes to store students lost baby teeth. They enjoy picking out a special color for their tooth. Thank you all for the care and love you have spread throughout our school. Each and every one of the students are appreciative of the supplies.","fullyFundedDate":1764693483187,"projectUrl":"project/change-of-clothes-needed/9656907/","projectTitle":"Change of Clothes Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shannon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8175347_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636566921979","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8175347"},{"teacherId":2150585,"projectId":9241238,"letterContent":"Students engaged in several math sessions of vertical learning, and the results have been incredible to watch. As soon as the whiteboard easels and markers were set up, my 5th graders were eager to dive in. Standing at the boards encouraged them to talk through their thinking, experiment with strategies, and revise their work without hesitation. The materials immediately created a more active, hands-on environment where every student felt invited to participate and contribute.\r\n\r\nAcross these sessions, I've seen a noticeable increase in students' verbal reasoning and problem-solving abilities. They now explain their ideas more clearly, ask stronger questions, and compare solution paths with greater confidence. One memorable moment occurred when a typically quiet student used the markers to illustrate a multi-step solution for her group. This visual explanation sparked a rich discussion among her peers and helped multiple groups clarify their approach. Moments like this show how vertical learning makes mathematical thinking more visible and collaborative.\r\n\r\nWe will continue using these materials as we move into upcoming units involving fractions, decimals, and algebraic thinking. The vertical boards allow students to test ideas, justify their reasoning, and learn from one another in a dynamic way that traditional seated work simply doesn't offer. Your generosity made this transformation possible, and my students are thriving because of it. Thank you for supporting a classroom where thinking is active, visible, and joyful.","fullyFundedDate":1746479805914,"projectUrl":"project/vertical-learning/9241238/","projectTitle":"Vertical Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Benson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2150585_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468946725587","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-b-benson"},{"teacherId":1795588,"projectId":9643069,"letterContent":"This project has enabled me to continue my professional learning journey with new motivation. Knowing that my continuing education is valued by others has spurred me along to start working on my components. It's nice to see that others in the community see how my work affects hundreds of children in my school.\r\n\r\nI am lucky to work in a school setting with supportive colleagues and structures to help students continue their success. I feel the reflective process of National Boards will allow me to reach even more students than I was before and make sure that all children are successful in our school!","fullyFundedDate":1760733628912,"projectUrl":"project/proud-to-be-an-nbct-please-help-me-rene/9643069/","projectTitle":"Proud to Be an NBCT, Please Help Me Renew!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1795588_orig.png?crop=940,940,x9,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745601581211","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laceycarey"},{"teacherId":4094465,"projectId":9327457,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom project on DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, my students will now receive Scholastic News magazines, both in print and online, with access to Spanish editions for my second language learners.\r\n\r\nThis gift goes beyond just magazines—it opens doors for students to explore high-interest, real-world topics in a way that supports their reading, critical thinking, and curiosity. Having both online and Spanish access ensures that every student can engage fully and meaningfully with the materials.\r\n\r\nYour generosity shows my students that people beyond our classroom care about their learning and believe in their success. They are already excited to dive into the latest issues, and I know these resources will spark conversations and discoveries all year long.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1747171187059,"projectUrl":"project/unlock-the-power-of-pages-scholastic-ma/9327457/","projectTitle":"Unlock the Power of Pages: Scholastic Magazines in Action!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gasquoine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4094465_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1479857658146","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4094465"},{"teacherId":3279939,"projectId":9095295,"letterContent":"What makes your support even more meaningful is that it continues to grow in reach. Each year, as more students walk through the doors of our school, the need for resources also grows. Yet thanks to your generosity, the circle of impact keeps expanding. Students who benefit from these experiences now carry their confidence and knowledge forward, often inspiring their classmates and siblings as well. The effect is not only immediate but lasting.\r\n\r\nBeyond the classroom, your contribution strengthens the larger community. When students feel supported, valued, and equipped to learn, they are more likely to share that energy with others. They go home excited to talk about what they learned. They begin to picture themselves as future leaders, creators, and problem solvers. Education does not stop at the school gates—it echoes through families, neighborhoods, and ultimately, our society. By supporting students today, you are investing in a brighter tomorrow for everyone.\r\n\r\nI also want to acknowledge the thoughtfulness that comes with giving. You chose to support education, knowing that your gift would not necessarily result in immediate recognition or visible returns. Instead, you gave because you believe in the power of learning and the importance of investing in children's futures. That kind of belief is powerful, and it gives teachers and students the encouragement to keep striving even when challenges arise.","fullyFundedDate":1742934999652,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-and-collaborative-area-rugs-for-en/9095295/","projectTitle":"Cozy and Collaborative: Area Rugs for Engaged Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Overstreet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3279939_orig.jpg?crop=724,724,x25,y48&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562514760185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/fritsch4thgate"},{"teacherId":3279939,"projectId":9164726,"letterContent":"What a gift your generosity is. Each year, the number of students impacted by your support continues to grow, and the ripple effect of your kindness reaches farther than you might imagine. It is with deep gratitude that I write to share just how much your contribution means—not only to me as an educator, but more importantly, to the students who benefit from the opportunities you help make possible.\r\n\r\nWhen people think about education, they often picture textbooks, classrooms, and lessons. But what truly shapes a child's educational journey are the experiences, tools, and resources that spark curiosity and bring learning to life. Your generosity directly provides these opportunities. Whether it is through hands-on science activities, new technology that allows students to explore beyond the walls of their classroom, or simple supplies that help them feel prepared and confident, your gift helps to ensure that learning is engaging, accessible, and inspiring.","fullyFundedDate":1746709721571,"projectUrl":"project/custom-tools-for-creative-teaching/9164726/","projectTitle":"Custom Tools for Creative Teaching","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Overstreet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3279939_orig.jpg?crop=724,724,x25,y48&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562514760185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/fritsch4thgate"},{"teacherId":1795588,"projectId":9279851,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous donation to our school!! We are so excited get going with all of Leadership Club projects this year! We are revealing the list of students who made the club at the end of the week and the fifth graders who have seen the materials are already excited to meet their chronically absent buddies and start connecting. \r\n\r\nOur next steps will be to read several children's books (donated by you) about inclusion and kindess to the club members and get them their student buddy assignments. Then the students will start making cards for their buddies and checking in on them once or twice a week to deliver snacks and gifts from the project! We can't wait to build relationships that encourage all of our students to be at school and feel well taken care of at the same time.","fullyFundedDate":1746504731015,"projectUrl":"project/compassionate-connections-leadership-st/9279851/","projectTitle":"Compassionate Connections: Leadership Students Fighting Chronic Absenteeism","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1795588_orig.png?crop=940,940,x9,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745601581211","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laceycarey"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_83067","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":500,"numTeachers":31,"percentFrplEligible":73,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":55,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":31,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":64.8,"schoolId":83067,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Edith W Fritsch Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Edith W Fritsch Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/carson-city-school-district/edith-w-fritsch-elementary-school/83067"}