{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Farnsworth Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":18.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7467753,"projectId":9535197,"letterContent":"Please accept our deepest gratitude for your generous grant. This funding is already making a tangible and immediate difference in the lives of our young blind and visually impaired learners, allowing us to enhance our classroom environment in truly meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThe grant was used to provide a play kitchen setup, complete with tactile play dishes and pretend foods. For children who rely on non-visual cues, this accessible, sensory-rich experience has become a cornerstone of our developmental curriculum. It provides them with critical, hands-on opportunities to explore everyday concepts like cooking and organizing through touch, sound, and movement.\r\n\r\nThe impact on our students has been profound. Through this collaborative, imaginative play, we are nurturing the unique strengths they bring to the classroom: creativity, resilience, and an eagerness to engage. Students are building fine motor skills and spatial awareness while practicing social interaction, language, and turn-taking. This project is actively fostering the growth of independence, strong communication skills, and the perseverance that makes these children such a valuable and integral part of our learning environment. Your support ensures that we are not just meeting their needs, but truly investing in their remarkable potential.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your dedication to inclusive learning and for believing in the capacity of our students to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1755970841242,"projectUrl":"project/from-tactile-to-table-empowering-blind/9535197/","projectTitle":"From Tactile to Table: Empowering Blind Students Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sprecher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7467753_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754856930054","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7467753"},{"teacherId":1394751,"projectId":9692770,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! Our Robotic pets arrived! Our new pets were quickly unpacked and turned on. I purchased supplies like beds, tunnels, brushes and toys for our new pets. The students all gathered on the rug. They opened their eyes and were greeted with barking and purring! That was the most EXCITING moment of all!!!\r\nThe following day we named our pets. Students read to our pets and worked on math with them. During lunch, students wanted to eat by their new pets. Our pets go out for recess. All of the students have pet jobs! These class pets have made 2nd grade even MORE exciting! Thank you for making my students' dreams of having class pets come true!","fullyFundedDate":1757377906189,"projectUrl":"project/the-purrfect-classroom-pet/9692770/","projectTitle":"The PURRfect Classroom Pet","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McGuigan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1394751_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757195566096","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1394751"},{"teacherId":248094,"projectId":9246383,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our classroom project! Because of your support, my students now have their own copies of *Everything You Need to Ace U.S. History in One Big Fat Notebook*. From the moment they received them, there was excitement—students eagerly flipped through the colorful pages, pointing out diagrams and timelines that made history feel more approachable. For many, this is the first time they've had a study resource written in a way that truly makes sense to them.\r\n\r\nThese books are already helping build confidence and independence in learning. Students who once hesitated to participate are now opening their notebooks, finding answers, and engaging in discussions with greater enthusiasm. Having a full classroom set ensures that every student, regardless of background, has equal access to high-quality resources. Your generosity has given my students the tools they need not only to succeed in history but to see themselves as capable learners. We are so grateful for your kindness and belief in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1744290665902,"projectUrl":"project/big-fat-notebooks-big-success-in-histo/9246383/","projectTitle":"Big Fat Notebooks = Big Success in History!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Loch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp248094_orig.jpg?crop=791,791,x0,y68&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744127415287","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/248094"},{"teacherId":9265745,"projectId":9276249,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring new book series and shelves into our classroom. The impact was immediate. When the students first saw the new books lined up on the shelves, their excitement was genuine — many went straight over to browse, asking if they could start reading right away. One student simply said, \"This is awesome,\" and that pretty much summed up the mood.\r\n\r\nWe've already put the books to good use. During independent reading time, students are gravitating toward series that match their interests and reading levels, and we've seen an increase in how often they choose to read without being prompted. One recent project involved students forming small book groups around a series they selected. They're taking ownership — planning their reading schedules, leading discussions, and even recommending books to classmates.\r\n\r\nNext, we're building on this momentum with a writing unit where students will create their own short stories, drawing inspiration from the characters and themes in the books they've read. The shelves now serve not just as storage, but as a visible reminder that reading is something we value and enjoy together.\r\n\r\nYour support made all of this possible, and we're truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1745970504962,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-middle-school-library-for-lif/9276249/","projectTitle":"Building a Middle School Library for Lifelong Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Loughran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9265745_orig.png?crop=352,352,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694107381964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9265745"},{"teacherId":9742053,"projectId":9239600,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of leveled books for my classroom. My middle school students, many of whom are reading far below grade level, now have access to books that truly meet them where they are. These books are already making a difference, students are picking them up with excitement and, for the first time, experiencing the confidence that comes from being able to read and finish an entire book on their own. The joy on their faces when they realize \"I can do this\" is priceless, and it is a direct result of your kindness.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only provided my students with books, but also with opportunities to build confidence, strengthen their skills, and develop a genuine love for reading. We are deeply grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1751392381709,"projectUrl":"project/success-with-scholastic-for-diverse-lear/9239600/","projectTitle":"Success With Scholastic for Diverse Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schoen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9742053_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726447488240","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9742053"},{"teacherId":9742053,"projectId":8864468,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support and thoughtful donations to our classroom. Your contributions are already making a profound impact on our students and their ​individual learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, we now have:\r\n\r\n-Leveled Daily Math Practice books, which are helping students develop their skills at their own pace.\r\n\r\n-Multiplication practice books, providing them with engaging opportunities to strengthen their foundational math skills.\r\n\r\n-Timers for each student, giving them a personal tool to manage their practice sessions and build confidence.\r\n\r\n-Batteries, ensuring these tools stay functional and accessible whenever needed.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe excitement and enthusiasm in our classroom since these materials arrived have been incredible! ​Students just love having their own timers and some have even called dibs on certain colors. The students are eager to dive into their math practice, and I've already seen an increase in their focus and determination. These resources are fostering both independence and a love for learning.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond providing supplies; it inspires our students to aim higher and work harder. On behalf of myself and every child in my class, thank you for believing in us and for helping create a nurturing environment for growth and success.","fullyFundedDate":1735618140963,"projectUrl":"project/diverse-learners-accessing-math-at-their/8864468/","projectTitle":"Diverse Learners Accessing Math at Their Independent Levels","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schoen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9742053_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726447488240","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9742053"},{"teacherId":218448,"projectId":8820165,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of the theater program. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation towards the headsets to support our students and production. The excitement from students as we unboxed the headsets for practice was a sight to see. These headsets will have an immediate and lasting impact on our program, allowing each main cast member to have one for the performance. Your contribution is an investment in our arts program. \r\n\r\nI could not have done this without your support. I feel that exposing students to theater through acting, stage crew, prop/set crew, sound and lighting is essential at a young age. Many of our cast and crew continue to pursue theater in high school. I am truly grateful for your generosity. We look forward to sharing our upcoming performance with you and hope you will join us in celebrating the hard work and dedication of our talented students.","fullyFundedDate":1727969770020,"projectUrl":"project/the-show-must-go-on/8820165/","projectTitle":"The Show Must Go On","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gallian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp218448_orig.jpg?crop=561,561,x0,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756517820560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/218448"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5296","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":506,"numTeachers":38,"percentFrplEligible":58,"percentAsian":14,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":35,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":42,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":81.6,"schoolId":5296,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Farnsworth Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Farnsworth Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/farnsworth-elementary-school/5296"}