{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Elementary School 16","outOfStateSupporters":46.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8365474,"projectId":8282630,"letterContent":"Subject: Thank You for Supporting Our Garden Irrigation Project\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support of our garden irrigation project. Because of you, our students were able to design, build, and test their own irrigation system for our school garden beds.\r\n\r\nThe children worked collaboratively to problem-solve, experiment with how water travels, and create a system that efficiently delivers water to plants. They made meaningful connections between our studies on trees, water, and living things while applying engineering, critical thinking, and teamwork skills in a real-world way.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, students felt proud to contribute something lasting to our school community. Their irrigation system is now helping sustain the garden and support the continued growth of our plants.\r\n\r\nYour generosity turned learning into an authentic, hands-on experience and empowered our students to see themselves as thinkers, engineers, and caretakers of their environment. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1713367655376,"projectUrl":"project/irrigating-our-garden-beds/8282630/","projectTitle":"Irrigating Our Garden Beds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. E","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8365474_orig.png?crop=408,408,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707183499411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8365474"},{"teacherId":8365474,"projectId":9247980,"letterContent":"Subject: Thank You for Supporting Our Garden Project\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support of our garden project. Because of you, our students were able to plant, care for, and grow their own food.\r\n\r\nThe children successfully grew herbs, tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers in our school garden beds. They watered the plants, observed their growth, and recorded changes over time. Through this process, students learned where food comes from, how plants grow, and how living things depend on care, sunlight, water, and healthy soil.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the children felt proud to contribute to the school garden and to their community. This experience helped them build responsibility, confidence, and a deeper connection to the natural world.\r\n\r\nYour generosity turned learning into a meaningful, hands-on experience. Thank you for making this possible for our students","fullyFundedDate":1746786883134,"projectUrl":"project/food-production/9247980/","projectTitle":"Food Production","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. E","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8365474_orig.png?crop=408,408,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707183499411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8365474"},{"teacherId":8365474,"projectId":8331282,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of you, our students were able to observe caterpillars transform into butterflies and connect this experience to what they have learned about plants, water, trees, and living things.\r\n\r\nYour donation allowed children to see firsthand how living things grow, change, and depend on one another. As our students cared for the caterpillars and planted zinnias in the school garden, they developed a deeper understanding of life cycles, pollination, and the interdependence of nature.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this project sparked curiosity, joy, and meaningful conversation among the children. They asked thoughtful questions, made connections across our studies, and took pride in caring for living things.\r\n\r\nYour generosity turned science into a real, hands-on experience for our students. Thank you for helping make this learning possible.","fullyFundedDate":1714413002010,"projectUrl":"project/butterfly-project/8331282/","projectTitle":"Butterfly Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. E","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8365474_orig.png?crop=408,408,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707183499411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8365474"},{"teacherId":3275861,"projectId":9218044,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for helping to bring all these wonderful items and snacks to my students. They were so happy to have received a variety of goodies to eat and drink, such as the Capri Sun juice pouches, Oreo cookies, and SkinnyPop popcorn. It was great to have snacks readily available for the kids to eat and drink when they were hungry and thirsty. \r\n\r\nThe biggest treat were the long fruit ice pops that they were able to enjoy when the weather was warm, and even when it wasn't warm. Kids thoroughly enjoy the fruity taste of the ice pops. I am truly grateful and appreciative for your support towards this project and wanting the best for my students. Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1749215565139,"projectUrl":"project/lets-stay-full-and-healthy/9218044/","projectTitle":"Let’s Stay Full and Healthy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Profita","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3275861_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520983337081","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/profita"},{"teacherId":3275861,"projectId":9889773,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for helping to bring this project to fruition for my students. We received a variety of food items, such as Barilla pasta, peas, rice, beans, cookies and fruit snacks. I was able to give my students and their families a multitude of food items to take home, as well as snacks that the kids can eat when they are hungry during the school day.\r\n The kids their families were very happy and grateful because of your kindness. I am truly grateful that there are caring individuals like you that wish the best for my students. Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1763494108856,"projectUrl":"project/full-stomachs-equals-full-learning/9889773/","projectTitle":"Full Stomachs Equals Full Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Profita","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3275861_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520983337081","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/profita"},{"teacherId":3275861,"projectId":9936237,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to bring all these wonderful Numbetblocks materials and resources to our classroom for the students to use on a daily basis. The kids were each able to get their own Numberblock plush number to play with and cuddle. It's amazing how they so love the Numberblocks plush.\r\n \r\nThe Numberblocks sequencing number puzzle has helped my students with counting, number recognition and number sequencing. They have enjoyed putting the pieces together. I am truly grateful and appreciative for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1764622745528,"projectUrl":"project/numberblocks-learning-time/9936237/","projectTitle":"Numberblocks Learning Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Profita","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3275861_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520983337081","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/profita"},{"teacherId":3275861,"projectId":9317607,"letterContent":"The students in my class were so happy to have received the materials for them to use on a daily basis. Pencils are a must in the early childhood classroom because the kids practice holding a pencil and writing letters and numbers, as well as to draw and create. The pencil sharpener is another must have in the classroom, and it sure has come in handy throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nThe kids have been using the glue sticks to create various things in the art area, such as puppet sticks and pasting various shapes to create houses and buildings. \r\n.\r\nThank you so much for your support. You surely make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1753543010210,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies-for-young-minds/9317607/","projectTitle":"School Supplies for Young Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Profita","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3275861_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520983337081","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/profita"},{"teacherId":3275861,"projectId":9432598,"letterContent":"The students in my class were so happy to have received the Crayola colored pencil carrying case. Many of the kids love to draw and write, so it was the perfect item to have asked for and for them to have received. \r\n\r\nThey feel ownership that each one of them have thier own carrying case, which allows them to independently draw and create with their own writing materials. They have been drawing their families, classmates, houses and so much more. Thank you so much for your help and thoughtfulness. Individuals like you make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1754671658306,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-through-the-eyes-of-a-child/9432598/","projectTitle":"Creativity Through The Eyes of a Child","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Profita","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3275861_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520983337081","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/profita"},{"teacherId":5174012,"projectId":9592706,"letterContent":"This project that provided diversity books and classroom essentials has had a meaningful impact on my multicultural classroom. The diverse books allow students to see themselves, their families, and their cultures reflected in what they read, which has increased engagement, confidence, and a sense of belonging. Students are also learning about cultures and experiences different from their own, helping build empathy, respect, and open-mindedness. The classroom essentials ensured that all students had equal access to materials, removing barriers to learning and allowing them to focus on academics. Overall, this project has created a more inclusive, welcoming learning environment where students feel valued and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1764729879860,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-started-the-right-way/9592706/","projectTitle":"Let’s Get Started the Right Way!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sagain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5174012_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1554591567854","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5174012"},{"teacherId":5174012,"projectId":9359785,"letterContent":"The \"Fueling Young Minds with Supplies, Healthy Snacks and Hydration\" DonorsChoose project made a powerful difference in my classroom. With the support of our donors, students had consistent access to the basic supplies they needed to learn confidently, along with nourishing snacks and drinks that helped them stay energized and focused throughout the day. The resources reduced stress for many families and created a more equitable learning environment where every child could fully participate. I noticed improved engagement, stronger stamina during lessons, and a noticeable boost in students' overall well-being. This project truly helped my students feel cared for, supported, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1749215568231,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-young-minds-with-supplies-healt/9359785/","projectTitle":"Fueling Young Minds with Supplies, Healthy Snacks and Hydration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sagain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5174012_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1554591567854","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5174012"},{"teacherId":8365474,"projectId":9893342,"letterContent":"Subject: Thank You for Supporting Our Students\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students were able to receive a special winter break bundle that brought them both joy and meaningful support.\r\n\r\nYour donations provided hats and gloves to help keep students warm during chilly mornings on the playground and as they walk to and from school. For many of our families, this made a real and immediate difference.\r\n\r\nYou also made it possible for students to take home learning materials, including dry-erase markers, practice sheets, and pouches to keep everything together. This allowed children to continue practicing important skills over the break while feeling excited about their \"surprise bundle.\"\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity showed our students that they are cared for, valued, and supported by a community beyond our classroom. That message is just as powerful as the materials themselves.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and their families, thank you for helping make this winter a little warmer and brighter.","fullyFundedDate":1764538523104,"projectUrl":"project/winter-gift/9893342/","projectTitle":"Winter Gift","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. E","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8365474_orig.png?crop=408,408,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707183499411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8365474"},{"teacherId":3275861,"projectId":9347846,"letterContent":"It is with sincere gratitude that I thank you for helping to bring this classroom project to fruition. The students were ecstatic to have each received a sand bucket and pail to take on their beach adventures with their family or to use it to place crayons, books and so forth.\r\n\r\nThey also enjoyed receiving Oreo cookies and the Mott's fruit snacks. I can truly say that both snacks were a hit for all of my students. I am so grateful that there are wonderful individuals like you that care and wished for my students to have all these great goodies.","fullyFundedDate":1748354772760,"projectUrl":"project/fun-filled-summer/9347846/","projectTitle":"Fun-Filled Summer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Profita","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3275861_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520983337081","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/profita"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_109516","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":840,"numTeachers":51,"percentFrplEligible":59,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":92,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"16.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":53.2,"schoolId":109516,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Elementary School 16 on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Elementary School 16","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/paterson-public-schools/elementary-school-16/109516"}