{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Old River Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":12.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10276507,"projectId":10268492,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of markers and a variety of colorful printer paper for my fourth-grade students! These supplies have made a wonderful difference in our classroom by giving students more opportunities to express themselves creatively and take pride in their work. Having access to so many different colors has brought excitement to everyday assignments and has encouraged students to think creatively about how they present their ideas. Whether they are creating posters, completing writing activities, designing projects, or illustrating what they have learned, students are excited to add their own personal touch.\r\n\r\nI have especially enjoyed seeing how these simple materials allow students to express their individuality. Each student has different ideas, interests, and ways of showing what they know, and the colorful supplies give them another outlet to communicate those ideas. Students are more eager to share their work with classmates and often take extra time to make their projects colorful, organized, and unique. For some students, having the freedom to choose colors and create something visually appealing helps them feel more confident in their abilities.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped make our classroom a more joyful, creative, and engaging place to learn. These materials may seem simple, but they provide my students with meaningful opportunities to create, communicate, and celebrate their learning. Thank you for investing in my students and giving them the tools to let their creativity shine. Your support is helping them discover that learning can be both meaningful and fun!","fullyFundedDate":1784321263058,"projectUrl":"project/pens-paper-possibilities/10268492/","projectTitle":"Pens, Paper, Possibilities!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fogg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10276507_orig.png?crop=553,553,x0,y11&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764730607327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10276507"},{"teacherId":10276507,"projectId":10268522,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of biography books for my fourth-grade students! Your support has opened the door for my students to discover the inspiring stories of influential people throughout history.\r\n\r\nThese books have given my students the opportunity to learn about individuals who faced challenges, worked hard, persevered, and made a difference in the world. As students read about scientists, leaders, artists, activists, inventors, and other important historical figures, they are beginning to understand that every person has a story and that their choices and actions can have a lasting impact.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting parts has been watching students become genuinely curious about the people they are reading about. They ask questions, share interesting facts with their classmates, and make connections between the experiences of these historical figures and their own lives. Some students have even discovered new people they had never heard of before and have been eager to learn more about them.\r\n\r\nThe biography books are also helping my students strengthen their reading skills while developing a deeper understanding of history. They are practicing identifying important details, determining main ideas, learning new vocabulary, and using evidence from texts to explain their thinking.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these books are helping my students see themselves as capable of making a difference. Through the stories of people who overcame obstacles and pursued their dreams, my students are learning that challenges do not have to define them and that their own stories can be meaningful, too.\r\n\r\nThank you for making these experiences possible. Your generosity has filled our classroom with stories of courage, determination, and hope. Because of you, my students are not only becoming stronger readers—they are discovering role models and learning that they, too, can make a positive impact on the world.","fullyFundedDate":1778190995313,"projectUrl":"project/real-stories-real-inspiration/10268522/","projectTitle":"Real Stories, Real Inspiration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fogg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10276507_orig.png?crop=553,553,x0,y11&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764730607327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10276507"},{"teacherId":10276507,"projectId":9971614,"letterContent":"Your kindness has opened a door to new opportunities for my students—one that allows them to build confidence, develop their language skills, and feel more successful in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe language learning games you provided have made learning English more engaging and meaningful. My students are able to practice vocabulary, speaking, listening, and communication skills while having fun and learning from one another. The games create a safe and welcoming environment where students are willing to take risks with their English, even when they are not yet confident in their language abilities. Seeing their smiles, excitement, and willingness to participate reminds me how powerful hands-on learning can be.\r\n\r\nThe ELPAC preparation books have also become an important resource in our classroom. They give my students opportunities to practice the types of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills they need to demonstrate their English language growth. More importantly, the books help students become familiar with the language and expectations of the assessment, which helps reduce anxiety and build confidence.\r\n\r\nYour donation has provided more than classroom materials. It has provided my students with opportunities to practice, make mistakes, try again, and celebrate their progress. For English learners, every new word, sentence, conversation, and successful task is an important step forward.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and believing in their potential. Your generosity is helping open doors through language learning and giving my students the tools they need to find their voices and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1777997958098,"projectUrl":"project/opening-doors-through-language-learning/9971614/","projectTitle":"Opening Doors Through Language Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fogg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10276507_orig.png?crop=553,553,x0,y11&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764730607327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10276507"},{"teacherId":10257210,"projectId":9991113,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom! Thanks to your donations, I was able to create hands-on math centers for my students who need extra support. Every day, I spend around 30 to 45 minutes working with students who are struggling to grasp concepts through corn instruction, and bridging gaps is one of the ways that we ensure students are able to catch up and acquire great level skills! The students have loved the new manipulatives, especially the fraction magnets!\r\nIn the pictures, you will see students using the fraction magnets to compare fractions, and the other picture is a project that we did regarding fractions. 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When students learned about forces in science they were able to apply their lessons to the games like bowling, bean bag toss, and velcro catchers. They learned and applied their knowledge more than I thought they would. Thank you so much for providing fun PE equipment to my students that act like learning tools in their other areas of life.","fullyFundedDate":1763474822524,"projectUrl":"project/exciting-exercise/9610270/","projectTitle":"Exciting Exercise","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6162482_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690526570545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6162482"},{"teacherId":10257210,"projectId":9952958,"letterContent":"These ELD practice books help students develop foundational English skills in a meaningful, supportive way. Students are building vocabulary, practicing sentence structure, and learning how to express their ideas clearly in both speaking and writing. The books also focus on reading comprehension strategies like identifying main ideas, using context clues, and understanding how language works in different situations. In addition, they introduce real-world topics that help students build background knowledge while strengthening their confidence using English.\r\nReading in our classroom is very interactive and language-rich. Students often read short passages from the ELD books and then practice discussing what they've read with partners or small groups. You might hear students repeating sentence frames, asking each other questions, or working together to clarify meaning. We also spend time breaking down vocabulary and modeling how to use new words in complete sentences. The goal is to make reading a space where students feel safe practicing and growing their English skills every day.\r\nThese books have made a big difference for many of our English learners. Some students who were once quiet during reading time are now more willing to participate because they have the language support they need. Others are excited to recognize words and sentence patterns they've practiced and use them in conversation. It's especially rewarding to see students gain confidence, take risks, and feel proud of their progress as they become more comfortable reading and speaking in English.","fullyFundedDate":1767621892047,"projectUrl":"project/exceptional-eld/9952958/","projectTitle":"Exceptional ELD","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10257210_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757638052568","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10257210"},{"teacherId":10354375,"projectId":9905841,"letterContent":"The resources provided to my classroom have had a significant and positive impact on both my teaching and my students' learning experience. From the moment they were implemented, I noticed an immediate improvement in how smoothly our daily routines operated. These tools have created a more structured and supportive environment where students can thrive academically and socially.\r\nOne of the most noticeable benefits has been the increased level of organization within the classroom. With clear systems and accessible materials in place, both my students and I are able to locate and use resources efficiently. This has minimized downtime and allowed us to maximize our instructional minutes each day, ensuring that learning remains the primary focus.\r\nIn addition to organization, these resources have helped our classroom maintain a steady and productive pace. Transitions between activities are now quicker and more seamless, which has greatly reduced disruptions. As a result, students are more engaged and able to stay focused on their tasks, leading to improved participation and overall productivity.\r\nThe positive impact also extends to student independence and confidence. With the support of these resources, students are better equipped to take ownership of their learning. They are able to reference materials, follow established routines, and complete tasks with greater autonomy, which fosters a sense of responsibility and pride in their work.\r\nOverall, the resources have been an invaluable addition to my classroom. They have not only enhanced organization and efficiency but have also contributed to a more engaging and empowering learning environment. I am truly grateful for the support, as it has made a meaningful difference in the success and growth of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1766460931141,"projectUrl":"project/organized-minds-brighter-learning/9905841/","projectTitle":"Organized Minds, Brighter Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Duran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10354375_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763516745876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10354375"},{"teacherId":508188,"projectId":9734196,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to my classroom. This has been a fun project to complete as my students love when we do our Harry Potter unit and read Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Thank you for your donation so that I can add more book titles to the classroom, both the illustrated and regular versions of the books. I have also been able to add some other Harry Potter themed items to the classroom including stickers, posters, and games.\r\nI appreciate the time, money, and effort to help me make learning fun for my third grade students!","fullyFundedDate":1763474810063,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-magic-to-life-harry-potter-in/9734196/","projectTitle":"Bringing Magic to Life: Harry Potter in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Escobar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp508188_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450444608922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nikki-escobar"},{"teacherId":508188,"projectId":9689694,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to my third grade classroom. My students and I have loved getting colored copy paper to use for different projects. They have also LOVED the markers. The class set of Mr. Sketch markers has been a hit with all students for our art projects, and my pictures that I have attached to the letter show how we used them with the book Charlotte's Web that we are reading this month.\r\nI am truly grateful to this project which has added a touch of color to our regular classroom routines.","fullyFundedDate":1763474817586,"projectUrl":"project/clever-and-crafty-crafts/9689694/","projectTitle":"Clever and Crafty Crafts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Escobar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp508188_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450444608922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nikki-escobar"},{"teacherId":508188,"projectId":9688261,"letterContent":"Thank you for the donation to my classroom of flexible seating chairs for my classroom library. My students love the new chairs, and it makes the reading area in my classroom library more fun and engaging. These chairs are easy to set up and fun for all students to sit on, and they love them! Since receiving them, my students are more interested in reading books, so it has also helped with an increase in literacy interest.\r\nThey will be used in many years to come and I believe my next year of third graders will also love them!","fullyFundedDate":1763474778911,"projectUrl":"project/super-seating/9688261/","projectTitle":"Super Seating!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Escobar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp508188_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450444608922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nikki-escobar"},{"teacherId":508188,"projectId":9717198,"letterContent":"Thank you for the donation to my classroom of biographies. Each year I have students do a research report on a biography for their own choice. These books provide students that are reading at a lower level to use books that are more developmentally appropriate. In addition, it gives other readers a wider variety of books to choose from. Thank you for the opportunity to have students read books that are both engaging and interesting! These books will be used for many years to come as well as the rest of this year.","fullyFundedDate":1763474818175,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-biographies-into-the-hands-of-l/9717198/","projectTitle":"Bringing Biographies Into the Hands of Littles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Escobar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp508188_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450444608922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nikki-escobar"},{"teacherId":508188,"projectId":9682903,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to my classroom. I am very grateful for the books on animals that my class is using for their annual animal report to learn about how to write a research report.\r\nIn the past I have had to use outdated books from the library but thanks to this donation I have been able to give my students new and engaging books on unique and amazing animals which has really improved the quality of the writing my students are able to produce.\r\nThank you again for your donation and I will be able to use these books for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1763474817005,"projectUrl":"project/amazing-animals/9682903/","projectTitle":"Amazing Animals","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Escobar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp508188_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450444608922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nikki-escobar"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_94701","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":842,"numTeachers":31,"percentFrplEligible":78,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":6,"percentWhite":19,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":56,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"27.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":87.2,"schoolId":94701,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Old River Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Old River Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/panama-buena-vista-union-school-district/old-river-elementary-school/94701"}