{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"James Monroe Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":5.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9095855,"projectId":9409030,"letterContent":"Words can not begin to describe the excitement you helped me bring into my classroom! The supplies you so generously donated made independent reading time a huge success. Not one student asked to go to the bathroom.... This is huge! Students were locked into their books with such focus. Who knew all I had to do was give them a flashlight and turn out the lights. Something as simple as a flashlight made them want to read!\r\n I was told I was the coolest teacher for having a basketball hoop in my classroom! We use it for brain breaks and as a way to review for tests. Students absolutely love to review when they get to play a game. \r\n These supplies might not be a big deal to you but they are HUGE to my students. Thank you for helping me make learning fun!","fullyFundedDate":1751132663847,"projectUrl":"project/game-on/9409030/","projectTitle":"Game On!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9095855_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754701148326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9095855"},{"teacherId":10006631,"projectId":9483448,"letterContent":"Since receiving these generous resources, my students have been incredibly excited to engage with the tools during counseling sessions. Items such as kinetic sand, coloring paper, bins, and books have enabled students to explore their emotions in hands-on and creative ways. Through activities connected to the texts, students practice identifying and expressing feelings, understanding others' perspectives, and building coping skills. These tools make social-emotional lessons more concrete and interactive, helping students internalize strategies for self-regulation, problem-solving, and emotional awareness.\r\n\r\nCounseling sessions now feel more inviting and calming for my students. They enjoy choosing activities or books from the bins, using coloring or kinetic sand to focus their minds, and reflecting on stories that mirror their own experiences. These moments have strengthened the connection and trust between my students and me, creating a safe space for them to explore challenges, celebrate successes, and practice emotional intelligence. The materials support both individual and small-group sessions, making social-emotional learning more meaningful and accessible.\r\n\r\nI have especially noticed that students who sometimes struggle with anxiety, frustration, or self-expression are thriving with these resources. They feel calmer, more centered, and more willing to participate in discussion or reflection after using the tools. The combination of engaging texts and hands-on materials fosters self-confidence and personal growth, making counseling sessions both enjoyable and impactful. It's been rewarding to see my students excited to explore these resources while simultaneously developing skills that will support them in and out of school.","fullyFundedDate":1755739972004,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-feelings-and-strengthening-fu/9483448/","projectTitle":"Supporting Feelings and Strengthening Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maurath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10006631_orig.jpg?crop=551,551,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753325232564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10006631"},{"teacherId":9548029,"projectId":9107928,"letterContent":"The new organizational tools have made a huge difference in how we manage independent reading and small group time. I used the bins to replace our old book bins that help our independent reading books. In the new book bins, books are no longer falling over, and students can easily find a spot to read and spend the whole time reading. We've also used the materials to create supply bins for each small group, which hold supplies for each group. They help keep our groups organized and what is needed for each group. This makes small group time much more efficient and effective. \r\n\r\nMy students were so excited! When they saw the bright, bins and how neat everything looked, several students said, \"Wow, these look amazing\" Others were eager to start organizing their books themselves. They were so excited to take their book bins around the room and our school to read independently and read with a partner. It gave them a sense of ownership over their classroom space and tools.\r\n\r\nWe're currently working on strengthening our independent reading stamina and building fluency in small group reading sessions. The next step is helping students use the tools to manage their own learning—choosing books based on interest and level, tracking their reading goals, and using small group materials responsibly. These resources have given us a strong foundation to keep building independence and strong reading habits.","fullyFundedDate":1741870401533,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-classroom-thats-neat-and-com/9107928/","projectTitle":"Creating a Classroom That's Neat and Complete!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yelencsics","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9548029"},{"teacherId":9095855,"projectId":9043126,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. My students had the best day of the year with our \"Glow Day\" !! We had a busy day of learning but more importantly we had fun! The smiles on their faces spoke volumes. \r\nOur day consisted of 12 stations, with topics in math, reading, writing and science, that we had covered throughout the year. Students used highlighters to write so it glowed. We learned about the science of glow sticks, reviewed text structure, and math skills. Included are some pictures to give you an idea of how special you helped make this day for us. We appreciate everything you have given us!","fullyFundedDate":1741188630411,"projectUrl":"project/put-a-little-glow-into-it/9043126/","projectTitle":"Put a Little Glow Into It","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9095855_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754701148326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9095855"},{"teacherId":9484577,"projectId":9143165,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, I now have access to a color printer that allows me to create vibrant visual aids for my students. These resources make a meaningful difference every day. These materials are especially impactful for our English as a Second Language (ESL) students. With clear, colorful visuals, they are better able to understand concepts, stay engaged, and build confidence in their learning. Visual supports help bridge language gaps, reinforce comprehension, and foster a more inclusive and engaging learning environment for all.\r\n\r\nYour kindness empowers our students to learn with confidence and enthusiasm. I am truly grateful for your role in helping me create opportunities for every learner to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1741870991811,"projectUrl":"project/bring-color-to-our-esl-classroom/9143165/","projectTitle":"Bring Color to Our ESL Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9484577"},{"teacherId":9548026,"projectId":8908776,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing my students with a color printer. It has tremendously impacted my classroom by allowing me to differentiate their work more effectively. With the ability to print in color, I can create engaging, visually appealing materials that capture their attention and support their learning. Color-coded directions, leveled activities, and individualized resources have helped me better meet the diverse needs of my students. The vibrant visuals also enhance comprehension and retention, making it easier for them to follow along and stay organized. I am incredibly grateful for this resource and the difference it is making in creating a more dynamic and inclusive learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1740579408925,"projectUrl":"project/color-their-world-a-printer-for-engagin/8908776/","projectTitle":"Color Their World: a Printer for Engaging and Effective Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tobia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9548026"},{"teacherId":9548031,"projectId":8873835,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your contribution to my class project of a colored printer! It had helped greatly in my class!\r\n We have used it to print out social stories and colored papers for student to get realistic pictures of nonfiction texts. The students have gotten very excited when they have gotten the colored copies. The social stories in color have also helped them understand how to react in certain social situations.\r\n Thank you very much! My class and I truly appreciate all that you have done for us!","fullyFundedDate":1738952921318,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-altmans-class/8873835/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Altman's Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Altman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9548031"},{"teacherId":9570954,"projectId":8805604,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donations to my classroom. My students adore the Bluey house and the Peppa Pig house and car. They are huge hits among my students. Whenever I start a session, I ask the students what they want to work for. This helps to improve their motivation to complete the speech therapy tasks that may seem difficult for them. So many students choose to work for Peppa Pig or Bluey. I use the houses to work on preposition, put Bingo in the bathtub or put Mommy Pig next to the table. These materials help to make speech fun and relatable for the students. Thank you so much for your support!!","fullyFundedDate":1730064235279,"projectUrl":"project/pretend-play/8805604/","projectTitle":"Pretend Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9570954_orig.jpg?crop=1469,1469,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719604057766","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9570954"},{"teacherId":9095855,"projectId":8536416,"letterContent":"Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart for your support. Because of your generosity, I was able to purchase activities for my students from teachers pay teachers that got them excited about school. One of the activities was for Halloween and was a guess who. Students needed to list 3 or more facts about themselves and then they colored a ghost for Halloween. The facts were placed underneath the ghost picture. Students needed to guess who's ghost it was based on the facts they wrote. When they thought they knew who the ghost was describing they lifted if up and saw the person's name. My students loved it. Another item I bought were activities for my small group. They were high interest reading passages. Again, my students enjoyed reading them and the passages kept their interest. This is a hard thing because a lot of students do not love to read but mine throughly enjoyed these passages.","fullyFundedDate":1726314004160,"projectUrl":"project/work-smarter-not-harder/8536416/","projectTitle":"Work Smarter, Not Harder!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9095855_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754701148326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9095855"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_81513","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":523,"numTeachers":40,"percentFrplEligible":29,"percentAsian":40,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":17,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":25,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":94.6,"schoolId":81513,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about James Monroe Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"James Monroe Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/edison-township-public-school-district/james-monroe-elementary-school/81513"}