{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"J.O. Schulze Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9131626,"projectId":9403182,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a calmer, more focused environment where students can truly immerse themselves in their learning. Many people use headphones in everyday life, but in a school setting they play an especially powerful role: they allow each child to learn at their own pace without being distracted by the noise of 25 other active learners. Whether students are practicing reading fluency, engaging with adaptive math programs, or listening to instructional videos, the headphones help them stay present, attentive, and confident.\r\nWhat excites students most is the sense of independence the headphones give them. They love being able to choose a comfortable spot, plug in, and dive into lessons that feel personal and meaningful. Several students have even mentioned that it \"feels like the teacher is talking just to me.\" The clarity of the sound and the comfort of having their own pair has made a noticeable difference—they're more willing to rewatch explanations, follow along with stories, and take ownership of their work.\r\nA few students, in particular, have thrived since these headphones arrived. One of my quieter learners, who often felt overwhelmed during whole-group activities, now participates confidently in small digital reading lessons because he can focus without distraction. Another student who struggles with attention has begun completing entire math sessions without redirection—something we hadn't seen before. These small victories add up, and your gift has made them possible.\r\nThank you for giving my students the tools they need to focus, feel successful, and discover joy in learning. Your support truly matters.","fullyFundedDate":1759891099571,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-focused-learning/9403182/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williamson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9131626_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749388483869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9131626"},{"teacherId":9204314,"projectId":9617566,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations. \r\n\r\nHow we're using the new resources:\r\nThe new materials have become a regular part of our weekly routines, especially during Fun Friday math review. Students use the resources to practice and reinforce skills through engaging, low‑stakes activities—most notably Math BINGO, where winners earn a small prize. This game motivates students to practice facts and strategies while we informally assess their progress. I also use the regrouping chart during daily lessons with students learning place-value regrouping; it provides a clear, scaffolded reference that bridges gaps without replacing the curriculum's chosen method, so students build accuracy and confidence while staying aligned to our grade‑level strategy.\r\n\r\nA memorable classroom moment and next steps:\r\nOne standout moment came when a table of students who usually struggle with regrouping suddenly completed a set of BINGO rounds correctly after a short mini‑lesson using the chart; their pride and increased willingness to try more challenging problems was immediate. The next instructional step is to build automaticity with math facts: we'll pair targeted fact‑fluency drills and timed practice with the BINGO format and small‑group interventions, tracking gains so students can demonstrate improved speed and accuracy in upcoming assessments.","fullyFundedDate":1755731695845,"projectUrl":"project/math-quest-leveling-skills-through-play/9617566/","projectTitle":"Math Quest: Leveling Skills Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ina Calalo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9204314_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692404156139","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9204314"},{"teacherId":9131626,"projectId":9544826,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of flexible seating for our classroom. Your kindness has already transformed our learning environment by giving students more choice, comfort, and ownership over where and how they learn. The new seating has created a more inviting and collaborative atmosphere where students feel motivated and excited to engage in their daily work.\r\nYour support goes far beyond furniture—it sends a powerful message to our students that their education matters and that others believe in their potential. We are truly grateful for your generosity and the positive impact it is making on our classroom community each day.","fullyFundedDate":1758636822617,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-reading/9544826/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williamson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9131626_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749388483869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9131626"},{"teacherId":9131626,"projectId":9415683,"letterContent":"The timing device has aided student time management, kept them engaged, and aided in transition anxiety. This device is most useful for students who need structure and visual supports to maintain focus.\r\n\r\nIt has been a complete game changer in how we share and communicate about student work. We can now project exemplars in the moment, share problems together, and much more visibly celebrate student accomplishments. This tool engages every student and encourages participation.\r\n\r\n\r\nThanks so much for your support! Because of your generous donation, we were able to purchase a visual timer and projector for our classroom — both have changed the landscape in the classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1754089989412,"projectUrl":"project/helping-visual-learners-thrive/9415683/","projectTitle":"Helping Visual Learners Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williamson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9131626_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749388483869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9131626"},{"teacherId":8547819,"projectId":9002249,"letterContent":"Thank for the hard work of teaching the students gathering supplies , ensuring enough entries, hanging art shows. Thank you to amazon, the cotton bowl, Allie Webb and stand t. For the chance for my students to use high quality supplies.i hope next year I can also participate to earn more for my Thank for the hard work of teaching the students gathering supplies , ensuring enough entries, hanging art shows. Thank you to amazon, the cotton bowl, Allie Webb and stand t. For the chance for my students to use high quality supplies.i hope next year I can also participate to earn more for my classes..","fullyFundedDate":1737570056696,"projectUrl":"project/art-supplies/9002249/","projectTitle":"Art supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aguilar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8547819_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659053747124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8547819"},{"teacherId":6873780,"projectId":9063233,"letterContent":"The kids really enjoyed this unit and enjoyed getting dressed up and the end of the unit to celebrate. I used it as an incentive as students completed their narrative poems on their own. The kid were able to enjoy Hot cocoa with muffins, In place of coffee. Their was a lot of motivation throughput the lesson with the classroom decorations. I feel that a lot of the students showed growth and engagement due to this project being funded. I'm so happy when I can provide them with souvenirs or experiences to reference when we are spiral reviewing. I appreciate all the support we have got with this project from the community.","fullyFundedDate":1738206796122,"projectUrl":"project/poetry-slam-cafe/9063233/","projectTitle":"Poetry Slam Cafe","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6873780_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x180,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596560847047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6873780"},{"teacherId":6873780,"projectId":8662842,"letterContent":"We loved having diverse books added to our library. Our students of color and diverse backgrounds were so excited to see stories that they can relate too. We live in a community that is mostly hispanic so for students to be able to get books that they can see themselves in is amazing. I also was able to give a few books to students to take home. I also expressed to parents that these would be good stories for them to read with their child. Thank you so much for helping expose our students to books.","fullyFundedDate":1733274640048,"projectUrl":"project/diverse-books-please/8662842/","projectTitle":"Diverse Books Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6873780_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x180,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596560847047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6873780"},{"teacherId":6873780,"projectId":8955436,"letterContent":"Wow what a great holiday expierence we had. The students had such an amazing holiday party and holiday week. We also had so many items to add to our prize bin and raffle box. I let the student help create my cart and Im so thankful that we were able to provide items that they would be willing to work for. They also were able to restock on all the snacks as we were getting really low. Its hard making students learning dreams come true with our type of budget we wouldnt be able to do this without you!","fullyFundedDate":1733235153970,"projectUrl":"project/its-beginning-to-look-a-lot-like-the-ho/8955436/","projectTitle":"It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like the Holidays!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6873780_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x180,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596560847047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6873780"},{"teacherId":6873780,"projectId":8548789,"letterContent":"Such a great addition to the classroom for our units!! I love that I can easily dress it up for each them and have a store for the students to get things that are in theme and can keep the students engaged. I love bringing lessons to life and this has been great in doing so. Thank you so much for this amazing items. We greatly appreciate everything that this little store has allowed us to do. We hope to use it in pretend play but I got switched grade levels last minute in the year so it has been great for the upper levels too makes them feel like little kids which they are at heart.","fullyFundedDate":1732314791196,"projectUrl":"project/themed-play-hooray/8548789/","projectTitle":"Themed Play Hooray!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6873780_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x180,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596560847047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6873780"},{"teacherId":3976419,"projectId":8733846,"letterContent":"I hope you are doing well! On behalf of my students and myself, I would like to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation of the iPad and iPhone stand to our classroom. Your thoughtful gift has already had a tremendous impact on our learning environment, and I wanted to take a moment to share just how much it has meant to us.\r\n\r\nWith the iPad and stand, we are now able to display lessons, assignments, and projects on the big screen for all students to see. This has made a huge difference, especially during group activities and instructional time. Students are able to follow along with ease, watching what I'm doing on the screen or even seeing the work of their classmates in real time. This collaborative learning experience has enhanced their understanding and allowed for more interactive discussions.\r\n\r\nThe ability to share work and ideas on the big screen has not only made lessons more engaging, but it has also increased students' confidence. They are excited to share their work with the class, and it has fostered a stronger sense of community and teamwork in our classroom. It's truly inspiring to see how this tool has sparked new ideas and encouraged students to take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is greatly appreciated, and it is making a meaningful difference in the way my students engage with each other and with the material. Thank you again for your support and for helping us create a more dynamic and interactive classroom.\r\n\r\nWith sincere thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1727445630353,"projectUrl":"project/with-an-ipad-stand-we-can-share-and-lear/8733846/","projectTitle":"With An iPad Stand We Can Share and Learn Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barrientos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3976419_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628998534469","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3976419"},{"teacherId":3976419,"projectId":8592997,"letterContent":"On behalf of my second-grade class, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to you for your generous donation of headphones to our classroom. Your thoughtful gift has truly made a difference in our learning environment, and I wanted to take a moment to share with you just how much it means to us.\r\n\r\nThe students have been so excited to use the headphones during independent work time. They've been able to focus more easily while working on computer-based activities and assignments. Additionally, the headphones have been invaluable in their Reading class, especially during their reading center time, where students engage with audio books to strengthen their reading skills. It's wonderful to see them immersed in stories and learning at their own pace, with minimal distractions.\r\n\r\nYour donation is helping to foster a sense of independence in our students. They now have the tools to engage more deeply with the material, whether it's through interactive lessons, listening to stories, or working on educational apps. The impact on their concentration and enthusiasm for learning is immeasurable.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you so much for your kindness and support. Your contribution is making a real difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your generosity. We are lucky to have people like you who care about the education and growth of young learners.\r\n\r\nWith deepest gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1724092558505,"projectUrl":"project/students-need-headphones-to-stay-focused/8592997/","projectTitle":"Students Need Headphones to Stay Focused on Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barrientos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3976419_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628998534469","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3976419"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_16267","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":612,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":90,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":67.7,"schoolId":16267,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about J.O. 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