{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lowell Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":33.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7063297,"projectId":9622621,"letterContent":"Your donations have enabled me to purchase engaging educational materials which are differentiated for each student's unique communication needs and abilities. I have already started purchasing materials with the gift cards and my students have been very excited! I have been able to provide colorful and engaging visual supports to use in my speech sessions and to share with families to ensure carryover of their communication skills. I have been able to address various goals, including articulation, language, and fluency, using fun and engaging materials. I truly appreciate your generosity. Know that you are making a difference in the lives of these amazing children! Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1760583283199,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-errific-gift-cards-for-tpt-errific-s/9622621/","projectTitle":"TPT-errific Gift Cards for TPT-errific Speech Sessions!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7063297_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1581249947459","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7063297"},{"teacherId":8887831,"projectId":9721280,"letterContent":"The technology we received has made an incredible difference in my classroom. Many of my multilingual learners at Lowell Elementary are still developing their English skills, and this new technology has opened a world of learning for them. They are now able to listen to stories, practice vocabulary with visuals, and use interactive programs that provide instant feedback—something that helps them feel confident and successful.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is how hands-on and engaging the lessons have become. They love using the devices to play educational games, record themselves reading, and explore topics in both English and their home languages. This has encouraged even my shyest students to participate more and take pride in their progress.\r\n\r\nOne student, who used to hesitate to speak in class, now eagerly records her voice to practice pronunciation and listens to herself improve each day. Another student enjoys using translation and drawing tools to better express his ideas. Watching their confidence and curiosity grow through this technology has been truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, learning feels fun, personal, and full of possibilities for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1762267724441,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-projects/9721280/","projectTitle":"Colorful Projects!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Diaz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8887831"},{"teacherId":8887831,"projectId":9257677,"letterContent":"This fall, our classroom received a generous donation of snacks, and the impact it made on our multilingual learners was truly heartwarming. At Lowell Elementary, many of our students come from low-income families where consistent access to nutritious food can be a challenge. These snacks were more than just treats—they were tools that fueled learning, built community, and helped every student feel valued and included.\r\n\r\nEvery day, my students come to school eager to learn, but hunger can sometimes be a quiet barrier. For multilingual learners who are working hard to master English while learning grade-level content, staying focused and energized is essential. Having healthy snacks available in our classroom provided a sense of comfort and stability. Students no longer had to worry about empty stomachs during lessons, and I could see an immediate difference in their energy, focus, and participation. Instead of being distracted or tired, they were alert and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe snacks also became an important way to build community. During small group time or after completing a challenging activity, students would share snack breaks together. This simple act created natural opportunities for conversation and social interaction in English. For many of my multilingual learners, these informal moments are just as valuable as structured language lessons. They practiced everyday vocabulary—asking for snacks politely, talking about their favorites, and describing tastes and textures—all in a relaxed and friendly environment. These conversations built confidence and gave them real-life practice using English in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nWhen we received the donations, we decided to plan a small classroom celebration to say \"thank you.\" The students were so excited to take part in preparing for it. They created handmade thank-you cards, practiced writing short notes in both English and their home languages, and helped decorate our classroom. During the celebration, students shared what their favorite snacks were and how the donations had helped them. One student proudly said, \"When I eat a snack, my brain wakes up!\" Another student smiled and said, \"It feels nice that people care about us.\"\r\n\r\nThe celebration was a joyful reminder of how even the smallest acts of kindness can create a big ripple of positivity. The snacks brought comfort, joy, and a sense of belonging to students who sometimes face challenges beyond the classroom. It was also a wonderful opportunity to teach gratitude. My students learned that when people give, it comes from the heart—and that expressing appreciation is just as important as receiving.\r\n\r\nAs their teacher, I am deeply grateful for the donors who made this possible. The snacks not only nourished my students' bodies but also supported their academic growth, emotional well-being, and language development. Every bag of chips, granola bar, or fruit snack represented more than just food—it represented care, encouragement, and hope.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our multilingual learners thrive, one snack at a time. Your generosity truly made our classroom a brighter, happier, and more inclusive space for learning and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1749215588664,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-ensure-no-child-learns-on-an-e/9257677/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Ensure No Child Learns on an Empty Stomach","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Diaz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8887831"},{"teacherId":7063297,"projectId":9321660,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous donations! This TPT gift card will enable me to purchase educational and engaging materials for my speech therapy sessions. \r\n\r\nThis will enable me to differentiate and tailor my sessions to address the individual needs of each student. There are 70 students in my school who receive speech therapy services. They have very different needs and abilities, including visual supports. \r\n\r\nI know that my students will be able to make great progress toward their communication goals this year thanks to you!","fullyFundedDate":1750256209743,"projectUrl":"project/amazing-gains-with-tpt/9321660/","projectTitle":"Amazing Gains with TPT!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7063297_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1581249947459","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7063297"},{"teacherId":1050138,"projectId":9290007,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations and contributions to our project. Thanks to you, I was able to purchase a variety of unique and engaging activities for my students from teachers pay teachers. The kids have been so actively engaged in learning each day it has been such a blessing. \r\nI know that without generous people like you we would not have these resources available. IT has been such a joy to come to school each day and to see my class excited to learn, grow, and share. Thank you so much for thinking if us!","fullyFundedDate":1746464274479,"projectUrl":"project/tomorrows-thinkerstoday/9290007/","projectTitle":"Tomorrow's Thinkers...Today!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Augusto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1050138_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449086681333","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kgiella"},{"teacherId":7824338,"projectId":8597201,"letterContent":"Thank you for all of the supplies. The students are better able to organize their materials and keep our classroom in order. \r\n\r\nSince students' desks tend to become filled with learning materials (ie: workbooks, notebooks, pouches, folders, whiteboards, etc.) Using the bins and seat sacks have become part of our daily routine and allows for students to maintain order with their supplies. Transitions become easier and everything has its own place. \r\n\r\nMy students are happy to have these supplies. It gives them a sense of ownership and pride.","fullyFundedDate":1723683628095,"projectUrl":"project/an-organized-space-helps-learning-take/8597201/","projectTitle":"An Organized Space, Helps Learning Take Place!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7824338_orig.jpg?crop=469,469,x132,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619206696289","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-lewis-the-coolest"},{"teacherId":8887831,"projectId":8712293,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed by the addition of this new technology. It's not just a tool—it's become a daily part of how my students learn, create, and grow. While many people use technology at home for entertainment or communication, in our classroom it's being used to enhance engagement, build skills, and open new doors for learning. Students are now able to access interactive lessons that cater to their individual learning styles, which is especially impactful in a special education setting where personalized instruction makes all the difference.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students the most is the hands-on, interactive nature of the new technology. They're not just watching—they're touching, exploring, and participating in real-time. One student who previously struggled to stay focused during lessons is now leading group activities thanks to the interactive features. Another student, who is nonverbal, has begun using a communication app that's part of the new setup, giving them a voice in a way we hadn't seen before. These moments are powerful, and they would not be possible without your help.\r\n\r\nYour support is not just providing tools—it's unlocking potential. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their futures.","fullyFundedDate":1732730490640,"projectUrl":"project/multilingual-learners-rule/8712293/","projectTitle":"Multilingual Learners Rule!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Diaz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8887831"},{"teacherId":1050138,"projectId":9036959,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution toward my Teachers Pay Teachers gift card. Your support means the world to me and has made such a positive impact on my classroom.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, I was able to purchase [mention specific materials or resources you bought, such as curriculum guides, worksheets, lesson plans, etc.]. These resources will be invaluable in enhancing my students' learning experience and providing them with engaging, effective lessons.\r\n\r\nYour generosity allows me to continue doing what I love—teaching and inspiring the next generation of learners. It is truly heartwarming to know that I have supporters like you who believe in the importance of education and are willing to help me create a better environment for my students.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you so much for your thoughtful gift. It's because of people like you that I am able to provide the best possible learning experience for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1739543359681,"projectUrl":"project/lets-make-learning-fun/9036959/","projectTitle":"Let's Make Learning FUN!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Augusto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1050138_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449086681333","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kgiella"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_80699","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":305,"numTeachers":31,"percentFrplEligible":49,"percentAsian":8,"percentBlack":29,"percentWhite":12,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":43,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"9.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.7,"schoolId":80699,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lowell Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lowell Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/teaneck-public-schools/lowell-elementary-school/80699"}