{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"William A Oberle Junior Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":43.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10312233,"projectId":9829228,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. Because of you, my elementary Multilingual Learners are using these new reading resources daily during small-group instruction to practice phonics, decoding, and comprehension in a way that feels accessible and encouraging. One moment that stood out was watching a student carefully sound out an unfamiliar word and then proudly reread the sentence to check for meaning — a big step in building true reading confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and curious. Many of my MLL students feel nervous about reading, but these resources immediately felt approachable. They eagerly explored the books, used the visuals for support, and confidently said, \"I can read this!\" That sense of excitement and belief in themselves is something we are continuing to build every day.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are focused on helping students read longer texts with greater independence and discuss what they are reading using sentence starters and academic vocabulary. Your generosity has given my students the tools — and the confidence — they need to grow as readers and English learners. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1760657167679,"projectUrl":"project/reading-all-day-every-day/9829228/","projectTitle":"Reading All Day, Every Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Steiner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10312233"},{"teacherId":7653297,"projectId":9824346,"letterContent":"I cannot begin to thank you enough for the generous gifts to my kindergarten classroom. My students are truly becoming readers and writers! The materials we received helped to expand my small group and independent learning activities in a positive way. \r\n The students are so excited to work with the manipulatives during our small group lessons. The materials provide a hands-on approach that targets many different learning styles in the classroom. I love the fact that the phonics kits are color coded, providing a clear visual for students to know which sets are theirs. It also makes it very easy for clean-up time! My students' skills are really beginning to shine when mapping out the sounds in words and then using the dry erase markers and word mapping boards to correctly spell out the words. \r\n The primary writing journals have been a huge hit during independent writing time. The drawing box at the top provides the visual and a clear boundary for students to draw their pictures. The section at the bottom with the dotted lines helps students when writing their words and sentences. It is great to have developmentally appropriate paper for the students to use in the classroom. I love that it houses all their work in one space, allowing me to show their progression over time during parent/teacher conferences. \r\n I am so grateful to have received all the materials! They have become a daily staple in the classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1760401449763,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-become-readers-and-writers/9824346/","projectTitle":"Help Us Become Readers and Writers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Silverwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7653297_orig.jpg?crop=1222,1222,x4,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606101172690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7653297"},{"teacherId":7656672,"projectId":9826657,"letterContent":"When I saw the boxes, I felt like it was my birthday or Christmas. However, the kids were even more excited than I was. The lined whiteboards help students format their letters properly. When I give them identifying directions, they can easily align their letters using the red, blue, and dotted lines. The extra markers and erasers are extremely valuable. We are still working on remembering to keep the marker caps on in our classroom.\r\n\r\nUsually, when my students read books from the bookshelves, they create stories based on the pictures. This time, they ran over to me to show that they could read the entire sentence. They were smiling from ear to ear. The students also enjoy meeting up to read the books together.\r\n\r\nNow that we can \"read like adults,\" we are going to combine reading and writing more intentionally. We are moving into reading responses and research-based reading. I want students to take information from the text and express their thoughts and feelings about the subjects they are learning.","fullyFundedDate":1760521617908,"projectUrl":"project/access-with-confidence/9826657/","projectTitle":"Access with Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7656672_orig.jpg?crop=448,448,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760398290191","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7656672"},{"teacherId":10314762,"projectId":9835334,"letterContent":"The literacy donation to our classroom was so generous and thoughtful. I do not take for granted the care you all have exhibited towards our learners through this enormous act of kindness. As a 3rd year teacher, acquiring supplementary supplies to support my kids and the curricula has been slow, gradual, and not to mention pricey! The idea to even add options to the list like flexible seating and writing materials was greatly appreciated! I was also able to choose a range of literacy materials since reading levels in my room range from k-4. The kids are able to rotate the circular seats by table every day, and there are now actual chairs in the calming corner as opposed to just the rugs. Thank you again for your sacrifice.","fullyFundedDate":1760794130025,"projectUrl":"project/miss-fs-class-cant-afford-not-to-focus/9835334/","projectTitle":"Miss F's Class Can't AfFORD Not to Focus!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10314762"},{"teacherId":8020511,"projectId":9831632,"letterContent":"The students in my classroom use the materials from this project weekly. The day after I put our brand new rug down, the students were giddy with excitement. It created a new place for students to share classroom community. Also, we meet their each morning to do our morning meeting. As well as to do independent silent reading. \r\n\r\nAnother resource funded by the project was small cushions for the students to use around the classroom. We use these most often with partner reading and work. It gives the students flexibility to choose their own work space. They really enjoy being able to complete their work in a place of their own choosing.","fullyFundedDate":1760679227021,"projectUrl":"project/new-places-around-the-classroom/9831632/","projectTitle":"New Places Around the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Townsend","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8020511_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659622309064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8020511"},{"teacherId":7654782,"projectId":9823619,"letterContent":"My students have been using the new resources every day during our small-group reading and language lessons. One of my favorite moments was watching a group of emerging readers use the materials to practice vocabulary through a matching and storytelling activity. They were so excited to use tools that felt \"new\" and \"special,\" and it really encouraged them to take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nMany of them immediately started exploring the items with curiosity, asking questions, and sharing ideas about how they could use them. Their enthusiasm made it clear that these resources will have a lasting impact on their engagement and confidence.\r\n\r\nRight now, students are working on building their reading fluency and expanding their academic vocabulary. The next step is for them to begin applying these new skills in short reading passages and collaborative discussions. The resources provided through this project will continue to support them as they practice, grow, and gain independence.","fullyFundedDate":1760404457218,"projectUrl":"project/reading-writing-and-speaking-with-mult/9823619/","projectTitle":"Reading, Writing, and Speaking With Multilingual Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foster","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7654782_orig.png?crop=394,394,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606781732143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7654782"},{"teacherId":8020511,"projectId":9464386,"letterContent":"I appreciate your help with our Connecting to the World around us project. The items from my project have made a wonderful impact in my classroom. Today my students were partner reading about Peter Pan on the cushions we received and having a great time. The versatility that we now have to learn in various spaces really help my students to stay focused and happy. \r\n\r\nMy students have found new accountability and responsibility as they use the rug to complete their work. The movement tremendously helps them to stay focused and be less distracted. I noticed that long periods of time at their desks all day can be difficult. My class and I so appreciate your contributions! Thanks so much for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1755705103765,"projectUrl":"project/connecting-to-the-world-around-us/9464386/","projectTitle":"Connecting to the World Around Us","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Townsend","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8020511_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659622309064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8020511"},{"teacherId":6463799,"projectId":9833498,"letterContent":"I just want to take the time to sincerely thank you for your donations. The impact that your donations has made on my class was amazing. They were so excited during indoor recess to interact with their peers and new items. All of my students were engaged they didn't not complain about indoor recess because they had new games and manipulative to play with. \r\nMy students are excited about writing and they are eager to learn how to read and write. \r\nThank you so much again for your generous donation. We truly appreciate it!!","fullyFundedDate":1760796146791,"projectUrl":"project/motivated-to-succeed/9833498/","projectTitle":"Motivated to Succeed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6463799"},{"teacherId":6436798,"projectId":9833172,"letterContent":"My students eyes were wide when they saw the big box of materials arrive in the classroom. As I unpacked it questions began to circulate about the materials. The big box contained small group comprehension activities.\r\nAs we sat around the table it was nice to see the class engaged in our learning activity. Students love when you give them a dry erase marker to use in class. We discussed inferencing and worked together reading short stories and making inferences.\r\nWe are anxiously waiting to get started in our new book, Holes. We are going to read it and once we are finished, we are going to have a movie day with popcorn and snacks to celebrate our achievements.\r\nThank you again for helping create a love of learning in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1760764810482,"projectUrl":"project/leaping-into-literacy/9833172/","projectTitle":"Leaping Into Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Paul-Stein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6436798_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1557755289485","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6436798"},{"teacherId":5072994,"projectId":6560830,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my classroom library has become an even more exciting and inviting place for my students to read and learn. These new books have helped me continue building a print-rich environment where every child feels inspired to explore stories and ideas.\r\n\r\nMy students absolutely love spending time in our library—whether they're listening to a story on the carpet, reading independently in a cozy corner, or returning to their desks to write about what they've read. Each book is treated with care and appreciated deeply. Because of your donation, my students have more opportunities to find books that capture their interest, helping them grow as storytellers and readers.\r\n\r\nThis project has truly strengthened their love for reading. By giving them access to books they enjoy and a welcoming space to read, you've helped them become more confident, engaged, and enthusiastic readers. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in their learning journey!","fullyFundedDate":1658264701498,"projectUrl":"project/wordless-books-build-bridges/6560830/","projectTitle":"Wordless Books Build Bridges","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Swann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5072994_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606280084272","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-swannde"},{"teacherId":4545646,"projectId":6433434,"letterContent":"Thank you for taking the time to read about my project and taking the time to choose and donate to it. Your kindness has brought joy, breaks, and sensory input for my friends who needed a little extra help in the day to get by.\r\n\r\nMy students are now verbalizing asking for their breaks, asking for certain sensory items, and even saying they need more time with their sensory items. Your thoughtfulness has fostered independence, increased confidence, and less sensory overloads.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting my students within my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1657489043902,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-and-support-materials/6433434/","projectTitle":"Sensory and Support Materials!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4545646_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1500059273876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-berlin"},{"teacherId":7649154,"projectId":8919083,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support in providing our students with high-quality headphones and comfortable seating cushions. Your contribution has transformed our classroom into a more focused, engaging, and comfortable space where students can thrive in their language learning journey.\r\nTechnology plays a crucial role in modern education, and with your support, our students are now able to immerse themselves in language learning like never before. The headphones allow them to engage with interactive listening activities, practice pronunciation, and follow along with language programs without distractions. These tools are particularly valuable for multilingual learners who benefit from clear, individualized audio experiences. The addition of comfort cushions has also improved their ability to stay engaged and focused, making learning more enjoyable and productive.\r\nThe excitement among our students has been amazing! They love how the headphones provide crisp, clear sound, helping them better understand accents and pronunciation. The ability to control their own listening experience—pausing, replaying, and practicing at their own pace—has made learning more accessible and fun. Meanwhile, the comfort cushions have turned our classroom into a more inviting space where students feel relaxed and ready to learn.\r\nOne student, who previously struggled to focus due to classroom noise, now confidently participates in listening activities thanks to the clarity of the new headphones. Another student, who found it difficult to sit for long periods, has been able to concentrate much better with the added comfort of the cushions. These seemingly small changes have made a world of difference in their learning experience, and we are seeing remarkable progress in their engagement and confidence.\r\nBecause of you, our students are not only learning a new language—they are doing so with enthusiasm, comfort, and confidence. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1733937973474,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-language-learning-headphones/8919083/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Language Learning: Headphones and Comfort for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cosme","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7649154_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y324&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629814246827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7649154"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_98175","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":603,"numTeachers":46,"percentFrplEligible":66,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":28,"percentWhite":14,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":52,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":56.5,"schoolId":98175,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about William A Oberle Junior Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"William A Oberle Junior Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/delaware/christina-school-district/porter-road-elementary-school/98175"}