{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Salome Urena Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":33.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6481094,"projectId":10053558,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project, which provided much needed hunger and care items for our students here in Newark, NJ. Thanks to your kindness, we were able to create a snack shelf, bin, and snack area fully stocked with nutritious snacks, hand wipes, tissues and sanitizing wipes that our students can access throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nThis resource has made a tremendous difference in our classroom community. Many students now have a reliable place to get a quick snack when they need energy to focus and thrive academically. Some students have even come to me directly when they missed breakfast, asking if they could visit the snack closet. It is incredibly rewarding to see how much they appreciate this support and how it helps them stay engaged and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a positive impact in our community by addressing food insecurity and supporting the well-being of our students. It is a reminder that small acts of kindness can create meaningful change. Thank you for investing in our students' success and for helping us build a caring, supportive environment where every child can flourish.","fullyFundedDate":1769319800289,"projectUrl":"project/stock-the-snack-closet-/10053558/","projectTitle":"Stock The Snack Closet !","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Suto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6481094_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594405951307","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6481094"},{"teacherId":9432363,"projectId":10021728,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are already using their new jackets, uniforms, and helmets during outdoor activities. These resources have made a huge difference in helping students stay warm, safe, and comfortable while learning and playing outside. Having proper outdoor gear allows us to spend more time learning beyond the classroom without worrying about the weather or safety.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first received the new uniforms and helmets, their reaction was unforgettable. The moment they saw them, the room filled with excited screams of \"Yay!\" and big smiles. They couldn't wait to try everything on and head outside. One of the best moments was seeing how proud and confident they felt wearing their new gear.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just provide supplies—it created joy, excitement, and a sense of belonging for my students. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact on their school experience and helping them feel prepared and excited for outdoor learning opportunities.","fullyFundedDate":1769538918846,"projectUrl":"project/warmth-and-care-for-our-preschool-childr/10021728/","projectTitle":"Warmth and Care for Our Preschool Children","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9432363"},{"teacherId":310385,"projectId":9904618,"letterContent":"It is difficult to put into words how thankful I am for your generous donation to my class . My Pre-K students are on a roll when with recognizing sight words and reading level books. Half of my Pre-K students have mastered all Pre-K literacy skills and would love to add more reading materials to keep their excitement going.\r\n\r\nI send one or two books home daily for students to read at home and at school to their peers. Adding Level 1 books to our classroom reading library will add the enthusiasm for reading and will give students new and interesting books to encourage them to read at school and homeroom. My heart is filled with joy and it humbles me to know that there are people that truly care about the education of our children. The wonderful gift card that you provided has had a tremendous impact on our classrooms.\r\n\r\nWithout your help, I would have never been able to enrich my classroom with such wonderful supplies. Again, thank you so much for your generosity and support. It has made such a difference for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1764465398170,"projectUrl":"project/coloring-is-a-skill/9904618/","projectTitle":"Coloring is a Skill","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rizzo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp310385_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1527857511248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/310385"},{"teacherId":9432363,"projectId":9973997,"letterContent":"The Valentine's Day items donated through DonorsChoose had a positive and meaningful impact on my PreK3 students and our classroom. The donated goodie bag items brought excitement and happiness to the students, helping them feel special and included during the celebration. For many preschoolers, these small gifts reinforced feelings of kindness, sharing, and appreciation, which are important social-emotional skills at this age.\r\nThe donated items also helped improve our PreK3 classroom by supporting a joyful and engaging learning environment. Students practiced fine motor skills while using the materials, expanded their language as they talked about their items with peers, and strengthened social skills such as sharing, cooperation, and expressing gratitude. Overall, the generosity of DonorsChoose donors helped create a positive classroom experience while supporting the developmental growth of my preschool students.","fullyFundedDate":1767222193807,"projectUrl":"project/valentines-day-goodie-bag/9973997/","projectTitle":"Valentine's Day Goodie Bag","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9432363"},{"teacherId":9432363,"projectId":9831797,"letterContent":"The Christmas items donated through DonorsChoose have had a meaningful and lasting impact on my PreK3 students and our classroom. For many of my preschoolers, these donated presents brought joy, excitement, and a sense of being cared for during the holiday season. Seeing their happiness as they received their gifts helped create a positive and welcoming classroom atmosphere and supported their social-emotional development. Overall, the generosity of DonorsChoose donors has strengthened our classroom environment and enhanced the learning experiences of every preschool student.","fullyFundedDate":1766507273383,"projectUrl":"project/pre-k-christmas-cheer/9831797/","projectTitle":"Pre-K Christmas Cheer!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9432363"},{"teacherId":9432363,"projectId":9934876,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating ink to our classroom—your support truly makes a difference. Printed materials help three-year-olds learn by giving them clear visuals that support routines, communication, and understanding. Picture schedules, labels, and activity pages help them feel secure, independent, and confident throughout the day. Printed worksheets, stories, and fine-motor activities also help build early literacy and pre-writing skills. Your generosity allows me to provide these essential resources every day, and my students benefit greatly because of you.","fullyFundedDate":1764767163229,"projectUrl":"project/pre-k3-stars/9934876/","projectTitle":"Pre-k3 STARs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9432363"},{"teacherId":9974763,"projectId":9205018,"letterContent":"The technology we received has made a tremendous impact on my students' learning. The headphones have been especially helpful because they allow students to use text-to-speech and voice-to-text tools without distractions, which supports my English language learners in reading and expressing their ideas more confidently. In addition, the computer I received has allowed me to create bilingual slides and differentiated scaffolds that make the curriculum accessible for all levels. These tools help me provide clear visuals, side-by-side English and Spanish explanations, and personalized supports that meet each student's needs. As a result, students who once struggled with reading, writing, or participating now feel successful and engaged, and several who were shy or discouraged have become more confident learners thanks to the technology.","fullyFundedDate":1746786476027,"projectUrl":"project/conectando-idiomas-tech-for-english-lan/9205018/","projectTitle":"Conectando Idiomas: Tech for English Language Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9974763"},{"teacherId":9432363,"projectId":9654546,"letterContent":"A laminating machine is very beneficial for my Pre-K3 classroom because it helps me create durable, reusable, and engaging materials that can withstand the daily wear and tear of active three-year-olds. My students are still developing fine motor skills, so classroom items like charts, flashcards, and activity sheets often get bent, torn, or spilled on. By laminating these materials, I can protect them from damage and keep them looking new throughout the school year. Laminated materials can also be wiped clean easily, which helps maintain a healthy and sanitary environment for my students. I often use laminated worksheets as write-and-wipe activities with dry-erase markers so children can practice tracing letters, numbers, and shapes multiple times without wasting paper. Lamination also allows me to make sturdy labels for cubbies, centers, and classroom supplies, keeping the space organized and visually appealing. In addition, I love laminating student artwork and certificates to preserve their special accomplishments and memories. Overall, having a laminating machine in my Pre-K3 classroom saves me time and resources while helping me create a fun, clean, and engaging learning environment for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1761656615139,"projectUrl":"project/laminating-for-long-lasting-classroom-to/9654546/","projectTitle":"Laminating for Long-Lasting Classroom Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9432363"},{"teacherId":310385,"projectId":9755035,"letterContent":"The materials on TPT are creative and highly engaging for my group learners.\r\nThe gift cards from TPT will greatly help with effective planning and give us other ways to learn in the classroom. I want to purchase activities published by other educators through TPT to engage my students. TPT will allow me to purchase activities that enhance our curriculum.\r\n\r\nIt is difficult to put into words how thankful I am for your generous donation to my class . \r\n\r\n My heart is filled with joy and it humbles me to know that there are people that truly care about the education of our children. The wonderful gift card that you provided has had a tremendous impact on our classrooms.\r\n\r\nWithout your help, I would have never been able to enrich my classroom with such wonderful supplies. Again, thank you so much for your generosity and support. It has made such a difference for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1758812288084,"projectUrl":"project/teachers-pay-teachers-resource-support/9755035/","projectTitle":"Teachers Pay Teachers Resource Support...","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rizzo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp310385_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1527857511248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/310385"},{"teacherId":310385,"projectId":9695486,"letterContent":"It is difficult to put into words how thankful I am for your generous donation to my class . My Pre-K students are on a roll when with recognizing sight words and reading level books. Half of my Pre-K students have mastered all Pre-K literacy skills and would love to add more reading materials to keep their excitement going.\r\n\r\nI send one or two books home daily for students to read at home and at school to their peers. Adding Level 1 books to our classroom reading library will add the enthusiasm for reading and will give students new and interesting books to encourage them to read at school and homeroom. My heart is filled with joy and it humbles me to know that there are people that truly care about the education of our children. The wonderful gift card that you provided has had a tremendous impact on our classrooms.\r\n\r\nWithout your help, I would have never been able to enrich my classroom with such wonderful supplies. Again, thank you so much for your generosity and support. It has made such a difference for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1758422236130,"projectUrl":"project/pre-k-loves-books-and-pete-the-cat/9695486/","projectTitle":"Pre-K Loves BOOKs and Pete the Cat","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rizzo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp310385_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1527857511248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/310385"},{"teacherId":9572544,"projectId":8499306,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support. Because of your donation, my kindergarteners had access to daily snacks, something that made a huge difference in their learning. When the snacks first arrived, their faces lit up with excitement. Many students come to school without one, and your gift brought not only nourishment but also joy, comfort, and a sense of routine. One student who often struggled to stay focused became more engaged during our afternoon lessons, proof that a full belly truly helps fuel young minds.\r\n\r\nWe incorporated snack time into our daily routine, and it quickly became a moment of peace and happiness for the class. It allowed students to recharge and return to learning ready to participate, grow, and thrive. Now, many of them are writing full sentences, learning new English words, and building confidence each day. Your kindness helped remove a barrier to learning, and I'm endlessly grateful that you chose to support my students. You made a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1722778664050,"projectUrl":"project/that-was-yummy-in-my-tummy-/8499306/","projectTitle":"That Was Yummy in My Tummy !","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9572544_orig.jpg?crop=1233,1233,x291,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718821412043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9572544"},{"teacherId":310385,"projectId":9365962,"letterContent":"It is difficult to put into words how thankful I am for your generous donation to my class . My Pre-K students are on a roll when with recognizing sight words and reading level books. Half of my Pre-K students have mastered all Pre-K literacy skills and would love to add more reading materials to keep their excitement going.\r\n\r\nI My heart is filled with joy and it humbles me to know that there are people that truly care about the education of our children. The wonderful gift card that you provided has had a tremendous impact on our classrooms.\r\n\r\nWithout your help, I would have never been able to enrich my classroom with such wonderful supplies. Again, thank you so much for your generosity and support. It has made such a difference for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1748368647481,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-for-little-learners-in-pre-k/9365962/","projectTitle":"TPT For Little Learners in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rizzo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp310385_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1527857511248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/310385"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_109633","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":493,"numTeachers":21,"percentFrplEligible":83,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":3,"percentLatinx":82,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"23.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.7,"schoolId":109633,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Salome Urena Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Salome Urena Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/newark-public-schools/north-10-street-school/109633"}