{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pritzker School","outOfStateSupporters":24.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9563470,"projectId":10157785,"letterContent":"Teaching The Hunger Games goes far beyond standard plot comprehension; it provides a powerful lens for students to build critical media literacy and analytical skills. Through their interactive notebooks, students actively unpack how author Suzanne Collins uses symbolism—like the mockingjay and nightlock berries—to explore themes of systemic inequality, survival ethics, and propaganda. Classrooms transform into active hubs of discussion where reading is hands-on. Students continuously annotate passages, debate the moral dilemmas Katniss faces, and translate textual details into creative projects, such as mapping District layouts or analyzing how media manipulation shapes public perception.\r\n\r\nThis multi-faceted approach has had a transformative impact on a wide range of learners. Reluctant readers who previously struggled to finish books are drawn in by the fast-paced, high-stakes narrative, building critical reading stamina and confidence along the way. Meanwhile, analytical thinkers thrive on the novel's political allegories and complex character motivations, while visual and hands-on learners take immense pride in crafting detailed interactive notebook entries. Seeing students connect deeply with challenging texts demonstrates how engaging, relevant literature turns reading from a passive assignment into a dynamic, meaningful experience.","fullyFundedDate":1773699938214,"projectUrl":"project/chicago-middle-schoolers-love-books/10157785/","projectTitle":"Chicago Middle Schoolers Love Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Elbert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9563470_orig.png?crop=1094,1094,x0,y94&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773691733313","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9563470"},{"teacherId":3192766,"projectId":10153512,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for supporting our project, Mirrors and Windows: Diverse Books, and bringing these vibrant new stories directly into the hands of my 8th-grade ELA students. Eighth grade is a pivotal, transformative year where young people are actively defining who they are and how they fit into the world around them. Having access to literature that reflects their rich, varied lived experiences validates their identities and builds deep pride in their personal stories. Equally important, offering them books that serve as windows into cultures, perspectives, and lives different from their own builds the essential empathy and cross-cultural understanding they need to navigate our global society. Your generosity ensures that every student who walks through my door sees themselves represented and feels valued as a reader.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom library has transformed into an engaging, inclusive hub where reading is no longer seen as a chore, but as an exciting journey of discovery. Watching my students eagerly browse the shelves, recommend titles to their peers, and participate in lively, thoughtful discussions about complex themes has been extraordinary. These books are doing far more than just improving reading comprehension and critical thinking skills; they are inspiring my students to find and use their own voices. You have given my class a gift that extends far beyond our 8th-grade year, fostering a lifelong love of reading and learning. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their futures!","fullyFundedDate":1773842532772,"projectUrl":"project/mirrors-windows-diverse-books-for-my/10153512/","projectTitle":"Mirrors & Windows: Diverse Books for My 8th Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Minter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3192766_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746238788732","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3192766"},{"teacherId":4877692,"projectId":9456260,"letterContent":"The young artists at Pritzker school have been son blessed to have the support of donors like you this school year. The students have been able to pursue a wide variety of creative interests and explore so many amazing materials and supplies. Asa reslut our winter art show was filled with inspires creations in drawing, painting, collage, and sculpture. The materials supplied by you made all of that possible. Thank you again for all of your support.\r\n\r\nBest,\r\nMs. Otwell\r\nArt teacher\r\nA.N. Pritzker Elementary School\r\nChicago, IL","fullyFundedDate":1758846545401,"projectUrl":"project/creative-supplies-for-the-most-creative/9456260/","projectTitle":"Creative supplies for the MOST creative students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Otwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4877692_orig.jpg?crop=825,825,x0,y79&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690646438123","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4877692"},{"teacherId":2601060,"projectId":9595680,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible support of our first Donors Choose project of the school year. Your donations have left a lasting impact on the work we are able to do to support our students.\r\n\r\nTo say the students were excited about the hat press, hats, patches, and bracelet making supplies is an understatement. Students have been earning patches to make hats and scarves as part of their positive behavior reinforcement plans. Some students who are in temporary living situations have asked to make hats for their family members as gifts. The bracelet making supplies continue to be counselors' office favorite, and have been used for everything from new student groups, and friendship lunch bunches, to creating positive affirmation bracelets for students who need a little reminder that they've got this.\r\n\r\nWhether you are a first time donor, or have supported past projects, please know that your donations go so far in supporting the work the school counseling team at Pritzker does.","fullyFundedDate":1756915342518,"projectUrl":"project/express-yourself-creating-custom-gear-t/9595680/","projectTitle":"Express Yourself! Creating Custom Gear to Support Small Group Counseling","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Szaraz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2601060_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471925174212","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2601060"},{"teacherId":10244122,"projectId":9787114,"letterContent":"We started using our sensory toys right away! One student even volunteered to organize the materials so they would be easy for everyone to access. The toys have been used by all students, ensuring that those who truly need them do not feel singled out or uncomfortable.\r\nHere is what my students wanted me to add to our impact letter:\r\n\"They help us concentrate.\"\r\n\"They make us calm.\"\r\n\"It is something fun we can play with.\"\r\n\"It feels good to squish it.\"\r\n\"It's a nice, small thing to have.\"\r\n\"Some are cool and fun. Something to help us.\"\r\n\"The lava lamp is satisfying to watch. It makes me relax.\"\r\n\"I can play with something silently.\"\r\n\"It has really helped us focus in class!\"\r\n\"I love the squishy things because they help me focus and they feel cool.\"\r\n\"Sometimes it is hard for me to concentrate in class, but the sensory toys help me.\"\r\n\"They take away our stress.\"\r\n\"They help us deal with bad days.\"\r\n\"I can fiddle with it and not make noise.\"\r\nThis project has inspired me to continue building our calming corner and to welcome student feedback and suggestions on what to include in our calm space.","fullyFundedDate":1760099789021,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-tools/9787114/","projectTitle":"Sensory Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bertchinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsbertchinger"},{"teacherId":10244122,"projectId":9720640,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project. The new materials have transformed the way my students approach math. From the moment everything arrived, the students were buzzing with excitement. They beg to sit at the whiteboard table, which has quickly become the star of our classroom. Students love walking over, grabbing a marker, and starting a problem immediately. No scratch paper needed and no hesitation. The table has made problem solving feel more inviting, creative, and collaborative.\r\nThe jumbo timer has also become an essential part of our routines. Students appreciate being able to visually track how much time they have left and it has dramatically reduced the constant \"Do we still have time?\" questions that used to interrupt our flow. It has a color coded large display which helps everyone stay on pace, and we especially love that it stops itself from ringing. This keeps our classroom calm while still giving us the structure we need. These tools have helped students develop independence, time management skills, and confidence in their ability to tackle challenging math tasks. \r\nEach new resource in this project is helping students think more deeply, practice more purposefully, and engage more joyfully in math. Thank you for giving my students a space where problem solvers can grow, experiment, and thrive. Your generosity is directly shaping their success, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1759348278535,"projectUrl":"project/stem-a-math-center-for-growing-problem/9720640/","projectTitle":"STEM: A Math Center for Growing Problem Solvers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bertchinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsbertchinger"},{"teacherId":10176823,"projectId":9595012,"letterContent":"From myself and the whole of classes 209 and 206 at Pritzker, we wholeheartedly thank you for your generous donations. In a time of cutbacks and austerity, a gift such as the one you gave is no small thing so we are very much appreciative.\r\n\r\nDocument cameras such as the one we have been donated are an amazing tool to be able to model work for children, particularly in the aftermath of Covid, where many children did not have the opportunity to write with a pen and paper. This tool is a great way of getting them back into being able to see what neat, organized work looks like.","fullyFundedDate":1755791690464,"projectUrl":"project/writing-matters/9595012/","projectTitle":"Writing Matters!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Charles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10176823"},{"teacherId":10176823,"projectId":9652442,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for the gift of this printer. It has been a total game-changer for the students and me. Previously, it was a 10-minute walk to a printer that barely worked and was always busy, and I was unable to access it during class. However, now I have prints ready for the kids at my desk!\r\n\r\nOne of my main mantras as an educator is ensuring that children have materials that meet them at their level. Having a printer in the classroom means that if a worksheet or activity is not suitable for them, I can quickly modify it and have a fresh copy ready for them right away.\r\n\r\nIt is the pride of the classroom! I even have two print monitors who help with copies and distribution. \r\n\r\nThank you so much from the bottom of our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1756996550604,"projectUrl":"project/schools-need-printers/9652442/","projectTitle":"School's Need Printers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Charles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10176823"},{"teacherId":7135763,"projectId":9756334,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our project. We are so grateful to have safe seating for young learners. They are so excited to use them and we are happy to have a spot for them to work with a small group.\r\nSturdy stools help wiggly learners be safe and the prizes keep them motivated to give their best effort.\r\nWe really appreciate your support for our kindergarten and first grade classes.\r\nI have put them at my teacher table where I can work with up to 6 children and at our writing table which is used for small group work and for diverse learners to work with a special educator and aide that support in our classroom. Thank you for giving us spaces to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1758805306536,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-seating-for-kinder-and-1st/9756334/","projectTitle":"Small Group Seating for Kinder and 1st!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vigran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7135763_orig.png?crop=352,352,x0,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1591713842281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7135763"},{"teacherId":10244122,"projectId":9688931,"letterContent":"The introduction of the Lakeshore Modern Edge Desks has had an immediate and meaningful impact on my classroom. From the moment the desks arrived, students were so excited that we had to create a shared document to ensure every student had a fair opportunity to try the new seating options. Their enthusiasm has translated into purposeful use: students naturally gravitate toward the desks when they need a separate space to focus, avoid distractions, or work independently. Many have shared that the space helps them feel less overwhelmed, supports their sensory needs, and allows them to find a physical and mental position where they can do their best thinking. \r\nThese flexible seating options have already transformed how my students approach their learning. I have watched students who typically struggle with attention for anxiety settle into their work more calmly when they use the desks. Others choose the desks when they want to tackle challenging tasks because the change in environment helps them reset and fully engage. The ability to manage sensory input, reduce anxiety, and access a comfortable workspace has created a more inclusive and supportive classroom for all learners.\r\nAs we continue to work through our rigorous math and science units this year, I plan to make the desks a permanent and intentional part of our classroom environment. Their versatility gives students real choices in how they learn best, and I've already seen how empowering those choices can be. 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