{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Peck Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":29.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2479626,"projectId":9219420,"letterContent":"Our students have been overjoyed to use the spinning chairs in our classroom. For some, they've become a safe way to self-soothe when things feel overwhelming. For others, they've been the perfect outlet to release energy and regain focus. Seeing the smiles on their faces and the calm these chairs bring has been truly heartwarming.\r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart for giving my students the resources they need to better regulate their emotions and feel more comfortable in their learning environment. Your generosity has already made such a meaningful difference in their daily lives.\r\n\r\nNow that we have our spinning chairs, our next dream is to create a sensory room space for our students . 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The use of our color printer has significantly enhanced the learning experience for our diverse learners, particularly those who benefit from visual supports. Picture schedules printed in full color are a powerful tool for promoting independence, reducing anxiety, and increasing understanding of daily routines. For students with autism, language delays, or other learning differences, the ability to visually process their day in a clear and consistent format allows them to anticipate transitions and better understand expectations. This has led to improved classroom engagement and smoother daily transitions.\r\n\r\nWhat excites our students the most is the clarity and vibrancy of the printed materials. The color-coded visuals make it easier for them to identify activities, associate certain colors with specific tasks or times of day, and stay oriented throughout the school day. Many students show pride in having their own personalized schedule with photos or symbols that represent their interests and daily tasks, which fosters a sense of ownership and empowerment.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have responded particularly well to the use of the printed picture schedules. One student, who previously struggled with transitions between activities, now eagerly checks their schedule throughout the day and feels more confident knowing what's coming next. Another student, who is minimally verbal, uses their printed schedule to point to preferred activities or communicate needs, reducing frustration and improving communication with staff. The visual supports have opened new avenues for independence and interaction, and it's been inspiring to see these students thrive with the help of this simple yet effective tool.","fullyFundedDate":1755532020376,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-resources-for-bright-minds/9618831/","projectTitle":"Colorful Resources for Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roszak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5942493"},{"teacherId":9712787,"projectId":8713119,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation that provided my students with a full class set of architecture drawing tools. Your support has made a profound and lasting impact. These tools have opened a door for our students, many of whom come from under-resourced minority backgrounds, to explore the world of architecture, engineering, and design. For many of them, it was their first hands-on experience with professional drawing instruments, and the excitement was noticeable.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our students have been able to learn essential skills like scale drawing, spatial reasoning, and technical sketching. But more importantly, they've begun to see themselves as future architects, engineers, and innovators. You've helped plant the seeds for curiosity and confidence in STEM careers, paths that too often feel out of reach for kids from communities like ours.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful not only for your contribution, but for the message it sends to our students: that they are worth investing in, that their futures matter, and that their dreams are possible.","fullyFundedDate":1733348657858,"projectUrl":"project/put-hard-hats-on/8713119/","projectTitle":"Put Hard Hats On","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Velazquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9712787_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752674779377","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9712787"},{"teacherId":2479626,"projectId":8896708,"letterContent":"On behalf of my Pre-K Special Education classroom, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous donation that made it possible for us to receive a new wagon. Thanks to your support, we were able to assemble and begin using it right away, and it has already made a tremendous impact on our classroom routines.\r\n\r\nThe children absolutely love the wagon! It has been instrumental in assisting with our daily transitions, from arrival and dismissal to moving through the school building. We've even taken it on walks around the community, and it's been a joy to see the children so excited to ride in it. They love it so much, in fact, that they often don't want to get off!\r\n\r\nWe will continue to use the wagon daily during emergency drills, recess, nature walks, and of course, our daily transitions. Your support is helping us provide a more enjoyable and effective educational experience for all of the children in our care.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and for making such a positive impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1733246175199,"projectUrl":"project/wagons-wheely-help-us-get-around/8896708/","projectTitle":"Wagons Wheely Help Us Get Around","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2479626_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701887334157","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2479626"},{"teacherId":7407654,"projectId":9005264,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support! Your donations have made a tremendous impact on my bilingual 3rd-grade classroom.\r\n\r\nWith the addition of Spanish chapter books, my native Spanish-speaking students can now enjoy challenging texts in their language, building their confidence and love for reading. These resources have also helped create a more inclusive classroom, encouraging bilingual growth and cultural appreciation for all my students.\r\n\r\nOne of the best moments was seeing their excitement when they realized they could finally read Magic Tree House books in Spanish. Their enthusiasm for learning has grown, and they now approach reading with joy and confidence.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has transformed our classroom, and we are so grateful for the difference you've made in their education. 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This made lessons more engaging and accessible for my students.\r\n\r\nThe camera also helped me provide immediate, detailed feedback by sharing student work on-screen, fostering a more connected and interactive learning environment. It has truly been an invaluable tool in ensuring my students' success during remote teaching.","fullyFundedDate":1612815957140,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-digital-activities-for-the-w/5407030/","projectTitle":"Interactive Digital Activities for the Win!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7407654_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y107&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597112932668","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7407654"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5534","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":755,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":90,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":97,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"18.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":70.5,"schoolId":5534,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Peck Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Peck Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/peck-elementary-school/5534"}