{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pointer Ridge Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3760680,"projectId":9779304,"letterContent":"Since our world is sometimes really hard, I thought teaching my students about compassion and how to support those around them by showing kindness was super important. The books that we have received are amazing and are really kid friendly. \r\n\r\nWe have started using the books in class and the next step will be using the information that we have learned from the books to create their own compassion projects. These projects will then be shared with other students around our building. Sharing these projects will also help my students strengthen their speaking and writing skills! \r\n\r\nI appreciate your support so much!!","fullyFundedDate":1761254021278,"projectUrl":"project/the-fashion-of-compassion/9779304/","projectTitle":"The Fashion of Compassion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Geitner Simms","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3760680_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548809009698","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tracygeitnersimms"},{"teacherId":3760680,"projectId":9127187,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for helping my students with these organizational products. Because of your donation, my students are able to find and also put away all supplies that are needed in the classroom. We have bins for all of our supplies and students are able to find the correctly labeled bin quickly in order to get to work. Each bin has all the materials needed for a specific activity. They are also able to clean up quickly at the end of class to make for a smooth transition. \r\n\r\nThe bins are a great way for the students to have accountability for materials and maintaining order in our classroom. It makes our learning time together much more productive because we have all materials organized. \r\n\r\nI thank you. My students thank you. We are enjoying these new items for our class!","fullyFundedDate":1745007420295,"projectUrl":"project/organize-the-day-away/9127187/","projectTitle":"Organize the Day Away","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Geitner Simms","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3760680_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548809009698","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tracygeitnersimms"},{"teacherId":3761456,"projectId":8992196,"letterContent":"The inclusion of the larger monitor was a big hit in my classroom. Students have been using the larger monitor for so many things. They have been completing projects using the larger monitor. They have played school-approved games on it. They have read books using it. They use it for movement breaks sometimes. They use it for partner and team work. They use it to complete math work. They really use it for just about EVERYTHING.\r\n\r\nThe group that really enjoys the monitor the most are those who wear glasses or have issues with their vision. The screens on their personal devices are kind of small. Sometimes they need to see things more vividly and larger. The monitor does the job and more. BIGGER really is better sometimes. \r\n\r\nThank you very much for your generous donation! Thank you for investing in my students and classroom. You are the best!","fullyFundedDate":1739568627613,"projectUrl":"project/bigger-is-sometimes-better/8992196/","projectTitle":"BIGGER Is Sometimes Better!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3761456_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733413932891","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3761456"},{"teacherId":3761456,"projectId":8991161,"letterContent":"One thing that changed my classroom dramatically was the incorporation of the STAND STATIONS. The look on the students' faces when they first saw them is indescribable. They were so excited! The students wanted to use them for everything and they do! They play games on them, read on them, complete computer work on them, use them to work outside, and more. \r\n The groups that seem to enjoy them the most are the ones that have been diagnosed with ADHD, the students who are new to learning English, and those on the Autism spectrum. The variety and flexibility of how they get to complete work for the day is much needed. With the Stand Stations, they can stand or sit while working. They can go outside some days. Work in the hallway when they need more privacy. They can stand by the window. They can even use them to work with a partner when needed. \r\n My classroom hasn't been the same since I have incorporated the usage of the Stand Stations! I love how a simple thought to be creative made a huge change. Thank you so much for investing in my classroom and helping me to invest in my students.","fullyFundedDate":1739369982231,"projectUrl":"project/stand-stations-to-the-rescue/8991161/","projectTitle":"Stand Stations to the Rescue","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3761456_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733413932891","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3761456"},{"teacherId":3760680,"projectId":9229331,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to fund this Books Galore project for my classes.\r\n\r\nOur English Language Development Curriculum is based off of books. The developers supplied many of the books - however some were left out because of lack of funding...\r\nSo THANK YOU for allowing me to get the remaining books for my students to fully access this curriculum! \r\n\r\nYour support has helped to make their learning even more rich and exciting! We love books and having the visual supports for my students is so important! We appreciate YOU!","fullyFundedDate":1744207480392,"projectUrl":"project/books-galore/9229331/","projectTitle":"Books Galore","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Geitner Simms","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3760680_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548809009698","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tracygeitnersimms"},{"teacherId":9751864,"projectId":8788940,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful to you for your generous donation of headphones to our first-grade classroom. Your thoughtful contribution has made a world of difference in our daily activities and learning environment. The headphones have provided our students with the opportunity to focus better during individualized lessons, allowing them to engage with educational apps and audio content without distractions. It's amazing how something as simple as a pair of headphones can enhance their learning experience, creating a more peaceful and productive classroom setting.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our students can now immerse themselves in lessons and activities that cater to their personal learning styles, helping them to grow academically and emotionally. These headphones have allowed us to implement more interactive and inclusive learning tools, fostering a greater sense of confidence in our students as they tackle new concepts. We truly appreciate your kindness and generosity, and we are excited to see how this gift continues to impact our classroom throughout the year. Your donation has not only provided practical resources but also inspired a love for learning in our young students. Thank you once again!","fullyFundedDate":1734099464331,"projectUrl":"project/head-of-the-class-with-new-headphones/8788940/","projectTitle":"Head of the Class with New Headphones!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Scheib","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9751864_orig.png?crop=718,718,x0,y105&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726500196156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9751864"},{"teacherId":3760680,"projectId":9088826,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made such an amazing impact on my students! \r\n\r\nThese headphones have made a world of difference in my classes! Students are now able to have better focus because they are able to focus on just their computer sounds instead of hearing all of the sounds of our classroom. We also now have the ability for students to speak into the microphones on the headsets! This is a major WIN - especially for my students who are ELD (English Language Development) students! These students are often hesitant to speak or verbalize their answers - however having the headphones on and knowing that others cannot hear them - gives them more confidence!\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me support my students!","fullyFundedDate":1740280781976,"projectUrl":"project/do-you-hear-me-now/9088826/","projectTitle":"Do You Hear Me Now?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Geitner Simms","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3760680_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548809009698","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tracygeitnersimms"},{"teacherId":8849540,"projectId":8793131,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of the colored printer and laptop. These gifts have made a world of difference in my classroom, especially for my autistic children, who are thriving with these new tools.\r\n\r\nThe printer allows us to bring vibrant visuals into our social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons, which is key in helping my students process and understand emotions in a more engaging way. The visual stimulation of colorful charts, stories, and activities has truly sparked their interest and helped them connect in ways that were challenging before.\r\n\r\nThe laptop is an equally powerful tool. It opens up an entire world of interactive learning opportunities, helping my students engage with online lessons, educational games, and even virtual social skills training. The technology allows for personalization and flexibility, catering to each student's needs at their own pace. Many of my students have found new ways to express themselves, whether through creative projects or using speech-to-text software, which builds their confidence and communication skills.\r\n\r\nSome of my students have especially warmed to the laptop. Some have found a newfound passion for drawing and creating digital art that helps them express their emotions. Others enjoy using the laptop for quiet time, where they can explore topics that interest them in a safe, supportive environment.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, we are able to enhance learning in ways that were previously out of reach. We are incredibly grateful to you for understanding the specific needs of our classroom and providing tools that make a real difference.","fullyFundedDate":1732571846500,"projectUrl":"project/my-autistic-children-love-seeing-the-wor/8793131/","projectTitle":"My Autistic Children Love Seeing the World in Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. James","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8849540_orig.jpg?crop=659,660,x0,y41&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683757921792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8849540"},{"teacherId":3906998,"projectId":8507169,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how deeply grateful we are for your incredible gift to our school. Your contribution will directly fuel our efforts to enhance our Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) programs. This will not only enrich their learning experience but also empower them with the critical skills and knowledge they need to thrive in the 21st century. Your commitment to education and the future of our students is truly inspiring. You have made a tangible difference in their lives, and we are honored to have you as a partner in our mission.","fullyFundedDate":1723493882907,"projectUrl":"project/stempathy-in-school-counseling/8507169/","projectTitle":"\"STEMpathy\" in School Counseling","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3906998_orig.jpg?crop=1984,1984,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685709693953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3906998"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_64916","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":315,"numTeachers":20,"percentFrplEligible":58,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":68,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":18,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.2,"schoolId":64916,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pointer Ridge Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pointer Ridge Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maryland/prince-george-s-county-public-schools/pointer-ridge-elementary-school/64916"}