{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jackson Avenue Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":28.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8665566,"projectId":10054383,"letterContent":"I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation. Your kindness has made a meaningful and immediate difference in the lives of the children and families at our school.\r\n\r\nWhen I shared the wonderful news with the children, their excitement was unforgettable! They left school with the same excitement to share the news with their families. The very next day, the children proudly came dressed in their new items, beaming with confidence. They showed off their clothes to teachers and friends all day!\r\n\r\nWe also received many heartfelt thank-you messages from parents. Several families shared how grateful they were, especially as the weather has been so cold. Your generosity ensured their children are warm, comfortable, and able to attend school feeling confident and cared for.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your support has not only provided clothing, but also joy, and reassurance during a difficult season. We are truly thankful for your compassion and commitment to our community.","fullyFundedDate":1769362352930,"projectUrl":"project/warm-from-head-to-toe/10054383/","projectTitle":"Warm From Head to Toe","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8665566_orig.jpg?crop=1562,1562,x2017,y636&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662775036872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8665566"},{"teacherId":8665566,"projectId":9937265,"letterContent":"On behalf of our first grade classroom, thank you so much for your generous donation of prizes and small toys. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nThe prizes are used as part of our positive reinforcement system to encourage academic effort, focus, and positive behavior. Since introducing them, I have seen noticeable improvements in student motivation and engagement. Many students are working harder, staying more focused during lessons, and taking greater pride in their accomplishments. I just love watching their excitement as they pick a prize from the prize bins, too!\r\n\r\nJust as importantly, these small rewards have helped boost students' self-esteem. Seeing their hard work recognized builds confidence and encourages them to believe in their ability to succeed. For young learners, that confidence is incredibly powerful!\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support and generosity. Your contribution helps create a positive, encouraging classroom environment where students feel motivated, valued, and excited to learn. Thank you for being a part of our students' growth and success!","fullyFundedDate":1765218942785,"projectUrl":"project/small-prizes-big-motivation/9937265/","projectTitle":"Small Prizes, Big Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8665566_orig.jpg?crop=1562,1562,x2017,y636&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662775036872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8665566"},{"teacherId":8665566,"projectId":9926729,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books to my bilingual first grade classroom. Your thoughtful gift has brought so much joy and learning to our students.\r\n\r\nThe holiday and culturally themed books have become a special part of our classroom routine. At the beginning of each month, when the new books are placed on our counter, the students light up with excitement. They love seeing the colorful covers, talking about the pictures, and guessing what the books will be about. It has quickly become something they look forward to.\r\n\r\nThese books help my first graders feel excited and confident about learning. As they explore new holidays and cultures, they are also learning new English words and practicing language in a fun and meaningful way. The familiar themes and engaging stories help students better understand the topic while building vocabulary and comprehension skills.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a positive and lasting impact on our classroom. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for supporting young learners and helping to create an inviting space where students are eager to read and learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1764606614014,"projectUrl":"project/take-a-look-donate-a-book/9926729/","projectTitle":"Take a Look! Donate a Book!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8665566_orig.jpg?crop=1562,1562,x2017,y636&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662775036872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8665566"},{"teacherId":6526123,"projectId":9731507,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous support of our first-grade scholastic newspaper subscription. Your donation has made a wonderful difference in our classroom!\r\n\r\nMy students look forward to each new issue with great excitement. The articles have opened up a world of curiosity for them—helping them explore science and social studies topics that are written just for their level. We've had lively discussions about animals, weather, communities, and amazing people who make our world a better place.\r\n\r\nIt's been incredible to see how these readings have sparked new interests and questions. Many of my students now talk about \"being scientists\" or \"discovering new places\" when they grow up. The newspaper has not only strengthened their reading skills, but it's also helping them connect what they learn to the world around them.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the chance to see themselves as learners, readers, and thinkers. Your kindness and generosity have truly inspired a love of learning in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758572805982,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-the-world-to-my-first-graders-w/9731507/","projectTitle":"Bringing the World to My First Graders with Scholastic News","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wickersheim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6526123"},{"teacherId":4966173,"projectId":9419692,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generosity to my class. I have received so many compliments on our beautiful, new carpet that brightens up our room and makes it a warm and friendly place for our children to learn. We spend a lot of time having class discussions on the carpet and we truly appreciate your help! I wish you could have seen the excitement on the faces of the students when the order arrived to our classroom. You have made a difference in the lives of my students. It may seem like a small gesture to you. However, to my class and me it was everything! This Thanksgiving season, we are grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1756559297106,"projectUrl":"project/carpet-diem/9419692/","projectTitle":"Carpet Diem","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Breslin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4966173_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535460583521","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4966173"},{"teacherId":3746158,"projectId":9332400,"letterContent":"You have no idea how thrilled our students were when they stepped foot in their new classroom today! There were cozy reading nooks and plenty of shelves overflowing with books to read! The organization of the space, thanks to the shelves, has allowed me to create comfy areas for reading! \r\n\r\nThe kids couldn't believe this was their classroom, and they have this space because of YOU! \r\n\r\nThank you for believing in me and helping make my classroom feel like home! As always, your generosity is overwhelming!","fullyFundedDate":1747513432317,"projectUrl":"project/give-our-books-a-home/9332400/","projectTitle":"Give Our Books a Home!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Giampietro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3746158_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y138&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601122307563","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3746158"},{"teacherId":6526123,"projectId":9064490,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the reward tokens and prizes that were provided for my students this school year. Their impact on student motivation, engagement, and classroom culture has been nothing short of remarkable.\r\n\r\nFrom the very beginning, the introduction of the reward system brought an immediate sense of excitement and anticipation. Students who previously struggled with focus or participation began to show noticeable improvements. The tokens became a positive reinforcement tool that encouraged consistent effort, respectful behavior, and academic progress.\r\n\r\nNot only did the rewards promote accountability, but they also helped create a fun and supportive learning environment. Students were eager to contribute, collaborate, and challenge themselves, knowing that their efforts were being recognized in a meaningful way.\r\n\r\nPerhaps the most powerful effect has been the boost in student confidence and intrinsic motivation. Earning tokens became a symbol of personal growth and perseverance. For many of my students, this recognition helped them believe in their own potential and strive for more.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for supporting this initiative. Your generosity and commitment to student success have made a lasting difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1741099910889,"projectUrl":"project/motivation-for-positive-behavior/9064490/","projectTitle":"Motivation for Positive Behavior","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wickersheim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6526123"},{"teacherId":24137,"projectId":5228770,"letterContent":"The new books in our classroom have transformed the way my students engage with reading. These texts not only improve their reading skills—such as comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency—but also teach them valuable life lessons. Through stories that reflect different cultures and experiences, students are developing critical thinking skills, learning to empathize with others, and gaining a deeper understanding of the world around them. Books have sparked rich classroom discussions and opened doors for students to explore themes of social justice, diversity, and inclusion, which has helped foster a positive, supportive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom has become an interactive, dynamic experience. Students are excited to choose books that speak to their interests and backgrounds, whether through independent reading time or guided group sessions. I've seen specific students, find a sense of belonging in books that mirror their own experiences, while others, have gained confidence by reading stories of adventure and mystery. These books are creating connections that go beyond literacy—they're building a community of readers who understand the value of diverse perspectives and the power of storytelling.","fullyFundedDate":1605649725373,"projectUrl":"project/diversity-and-inclusion/5228770/","projectTitle":"Diversity and Inclusion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/24137"},{"teacherId":8665566,"projectId":8943642,"letterContent":"Your donation to \"Dramatic Play the Kindergarten Way\" was the best post-holiday surprise for me and my students. The students were ecstatic to receive a play kitchen with pots and pans, new puzzles, and more puppets! In the morning they get to play with these toys/games and the smiles on their faces while they play are priceless. Everyday, the students are learning important lessons from the use of these toys such as sharing, using their imaginations and problem-solving skills all while having fun! This donation meant so much to all of us and the generosity of your family will not be forgotten. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts","fullyFundedDate":1735339564261,"projectUrl":"project/dramatic-play-the-kindergarten-way/8943642/","projectTitle":"Dramatic Play the Kindergarten Way!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8665566_orig.jpg?crop=1562,1562,x2017,y636&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662775036872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8665566"},{"teacherId":4966173,"projectId":8920805,"letterContent":"Thank you for giving to our classroom project. Activites, projects and our bulletin boards are so much more vibrant because of your generosity. Our students love to have bright colors in our classroom and you helped that to happen. \r\n In addition to printing colorful projects, I am able to make center games and activities for the student to learn through play. I am also able to print out books in color so they could take them home and start a library of their own independent reading books at home. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you from all of us!","fullyFundedDate":1735339564019,"projectUrl":"project/color-our-kindergarten-world/8920805/","projectTitle":"Color Our Kindergarten World!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Breslin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4966173_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535460583521","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4966173"},{"teacherId":8467702,"projectId":8889371,"letterContent":"I am so thankful for your generous donation to my classroom. I have been teaching kindergarten for 27 years and have lived in a world of black and white copies. The color printer has really brightened my classroom. Bulletin boards are more vibrant, centers with activities in color have students engaged, and making color copies of books we read has really been the best part. \r\n\r\nMany of my students do not have their own set of books at home. Being able to print copies of books we read is priceless. They are building their own library at home. They are also going home with books that they can read and feel successful. \r\n\r\nActivities in kindergarten include centers, cutting and sorting things, and many different writing activities. When these activities are in coor they students are definitely more engaged and can relate to the pictures. We also love taking pictures and printing them out to use for our portfolios. \r\n\r\nI am overwhelmed with the fact that I received such a generous gift. Thank you for COLORING OUR WORLD WITH KINDNESS.","fullyFundedDate":1733281612701,"projectUrl":"project/color-the-world-with-kindness/8889371/","projectTitle":"Color the World With Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8467702_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733318856341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8467702"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_80578","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":417,"numTeachers":36,"percentFrplEligible":61,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":84,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"11.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":71.7,"schoolId":80578,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Jackson Avenue Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Jackson Avenue Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/hackensack-public-schools/jackson-avenue-elementary-school/80578"}