{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Silver Lake Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6441013,"projectId":9839281,"letterContent":"Thank you for contributing to our classroom library! Your generous donations have encouraged our students to read and appreciate beautiful illustrations through diverse texts. From books about culture and identity, to stories about dreaming and achievement, you have created a library for ALL to enjoy and be inspired. \r\n\r\nOur visual arts classroom services 600 students a week, and these books represent our student population of diverse learners through messages of strength, courage and hope. Our books share stories of learning and growing with characters where my students can see themselves. In seeing themselves, they are able to confidently. explore reading, share ideas and create art because they feel accepted, seen and valued in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1760832165569,"projectUrl":"project/making-connections-through-diverse-texts/9839281/","projectTitle":"Making Connections Through Diverse Texts and Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weiss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6441013"},{"teacherId":4393082,"projectId":9816465,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our literacy project! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to literacy resources that will help them grow as confident, curious readers and writers.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, these resources mean more than just learning to read—they mean discovering new worlds, seeing themselves reflected in stories, and building skills that will support them for a lifetime. Your kindness is helping create a classroom where reading is exciting, meaningful, and accessible to every child.\r\n\r\nMy students and I are incredibly grateful for your support. Your belief in education and literacy truly makes a difference, and we cannot thank you enough for investing in our readers and their futures.","fullyFundedDate":1760303950512,"projectUrl":"project/inspire-the-love-of-writing/9816465/","projectTitle":"Inspire the LOVE of Writing!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Giroso","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4393082_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760140429408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melanie-giroso"},{"teacherId":7678272,"projectId":9831965,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students, families, and our school community, thank you for your incredibly generous donation to support the purchase of instructional materials for our multilingual learners. Your investment has made a lasting impact on our first through fifth grade students. We are deeply grateful for you commitment to educational equity and opportunity. \r\n\r\nAs a result of your support, I was able to purchase high quality, research based instructional materials that directly address the diverse needs of our elementary learners. These resources enhance vocabulary development, reading comprehension, writing skills, and oral language proficiency. Most importantly, they allow instruction to be more engaging, culturally responsive, and accessible for students at varying levels of English proficiency. \r\n\r\nFor many of our students, learning English is more than an academic goal. It is a bridge to confidence, belonging, and full participation in school. The materials made possible through your donation help create a classroom environment where students feel supported, understood, and empowered to take risks in their learning. With these tools, students are better able to express their ideas, connect with peers and build the foundational skills they need for long term academic success. By reaching learners from first through fifth grade, your gift helps build a strong foundation early while also supporting continued growth as students progress through elementary school, and will benefit students for years to come. \r\n\r\nThank you for your partnership and generosity to ensure that every student, regardless of language background has access to the tools and instruction they need to thrive. I am honored by your support and grateful for the difference you have made in the lives of our multilingual learner students.","fullyFundedDate":1760713357238,"projectUrl":"project/from-silence-to-confidence-support-mult/9831965/","projectTitle":"From Silence to Confidence: Support Multilingual Language Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Caskey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7678272_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760526830376","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7678272"},{"teacherId":10316436,"projectId":9839548,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed in meaningful ways. I teach in an inclusion classroom where many students need to move while learning, and the new resources have made a powerful difference in how my students engage each day.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new small-group reading books and fidget stools, their excitement was immediate. They were especially thrilled about the fidget stools — many couldn't wait to try them! These stools are now used throughout all classroom activities during the day, including reading, writing, and group discussions. Because we currently have only four, I rotate which students can use them and when. Even with limited access, the impact has been incredible. The stools have helped students focus, regulate their bodies, and stay engaged in learning. Due to their success, I will be looking into getting more in the near future.\r\n\r\nThe new reading materials have also been a huge success. Students are using them daily during small-group instruction, and their enthusiasm for reading has grown significantly. We have already seen improvement in our national reading scores, and students are proud of their progress. They are more confident, motivated, and excited to participate in lessons.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue building their reading skills through guided small groups, comprehension practice, and collaborative discussions using these materials. With the support of these resources, they are developing stronger reading foundations while learning in a way that meets their individual needs.\r\n\r\nIf it were not for your generous donations, many of these fifth graders would not feel this excited about learning. Your kindness has truly made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we cannot thank you enough for investing in our students and their success.","fullyFundedDate":1760834844545,"projectUrl":"project/fidget-focus-and-fall-in-love-with-rea/9839548/","projectTitle":"Fidget, Focus, and Fall in Love with Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10316436_orig.jpg?crop=1053,1053,x0,y183&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760653355677","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10316436"},{"teacherId":8179108,"projectId":9827414,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of my literacy project! I am using the class sets of multiple chapter books and graphic novels for read alouds in the library. These texts are being used to spark joy and encourage reading for pleasure among the students. \r\nThe students are enjoying the books so far! The two books from the I Survived series are for upper elementary students, in fourth and fifth grade, while the Zoey and Sassafras and Mercy Watson books are for the lower elementary students, in first through third grade. These books made the students laugh while they are learning about historic events, new vocabulary words, and the steps of the scientific method. Many of the students have expressed interest in reading other books in the series next and that makes me so excited! It wouldn't have been possible without your help, and we are all so thankful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1760550491090,"projectUrl":"project/a-shared-reading-experience/9827414/","projectTitle":"A Shared Reading Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Benton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8179108_orig.jpg?crop=495,495,x2808,y539&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637369729613","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8179108"},{"teacherId":10310425,"projectId":9823324,"letterContent":"The newly acquired resources, including number lines, Spanish-language books, and social-emotional learning materials focused on managing emotions among others, are being used regularly to support instruction and student development. In the Math current unit, number lines are integrated into daily Mathematics lessons to strengthen number sense and reinforce foundational skills. Spanish books are used during Spanish literacy instruction to promote language development, while the social-emotional resources help students build self-awareness and emotional regulation skills through guided discussions and activities.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials were first introduced, students responded with enthusiasm and curiosity. They were eager to explore the new books, actively engaged with the math tools, and showed genuine interest in the materials designed to help them understand and manage their emotions. This initial excitement led to increased participation and focus across subject areas.\r\n\r\nThanks to the generosity of our donors, students now have access to resources that support both academic achievement and social-emotional growth. The next steps include continued integration of these materials into daily lessons, expanded small-group instruction, and extended projects that allow students to apply their learning independently and collaboratively. This funding has had a meaningful and lasting impact on our classroom and continues to support student success.","fullyFundedDate":1760383767630,"projectUrl":"project/building-literacy-and-confidence-in-a-sp/9823324/","projectTitle":"Building Literacy and Confidence in a Spanish-Immersion First Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Srta. Urbiola","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10310425"},{"teacherId":10310518,"projectId":9823599,"letterContent":"We have been using the new resources daily in our classroom, and they have made a wonderful impact on student learning. The students absolutely loved the new books and were so excited when they first saw them. Many of them couldn't wait to start reading and were eager to explore the new stories on their own. It has been amazing to see students choosing to read independently and showing increased confidence and interest in reading. In math, the supplies have been especially helpful—particularly the number lines. Being able to manipulate the number lines hands-on and also use the larger visual number line for whole-class instruction has helped students better understand math concepts.\r\n\r\nThe math games, such as dominoes and the addition and subtraction games, have kept students highly engaged and motivated to practice their skills. Learning through games has made math more enjoyable and has encouraged collaboration and problem-solving. Moving forward, students will continue using these materials as part of our daily reading and math lessons, building stronger foundational skills and confidence. Overall, all of the materials have been extremely beneficial, and we are so grateful to our donors for helping create an engaging, supportive learning environment for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1760394261115,"projectUrl":"project/bilingual-brilliance-spanish-and-math-f/9823599/","projectTitle":"Bilingual Brilliance: Spanish and Math Fun for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Srta. Castañeda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10310518"},{"teacherId":10310510,"projectId":9823572,"letterContent":"Receiving this donation of books has transformed the energy and excitement in my classroom of young readers. Each day, students rush into the room eager to read their new favorite story, and the moment we begin reading has quickly become the high point of their day. These books are not only bringing joy—they are inspiring the next generation of readers by showing students that reading is an adventure, a comfort, and a doorway to endless curiosity.\r\n\r\nWith these new texts, we've introduced richer and more meaningful literacy experiences. Students are now practicing Socratic seminars, participating in thoughtful group discussions, and collaborating on fun, creative reading projects. The variety of genres and topics has allowed us to explore new skills in comprehension, critical thinking, and communication, all while deepening their love of reading. These books have created a classroom environment where learning feels exciting and purposeful.\r\n\r\nReading time now looks extraordinary—100% of students are on task, engaged, and immersed in their stories. The room is filled with quiet focus, animated conversations about characters, and proud smiles as students share their ideas with confidence. Their enthusiasm is a reminder of how powerful access to high-quality books can be.\r\n\r\nStudents are now saying, \"I didn't know reading could be this fun!\" \"Can we have extra reading time today?\" \"I felt like I was inside the story!\" \"This is my new favorite book—can I take it home?\" \"When can we talk about the next chapter?\" It has been AMAZING!!!","fullyFundedDate":1760378395344,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-love/9823572/","projectTitle":"Reading Is Love!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Mann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10310510_orig.png?crop=723,723,x31,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760368687942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10310510"},{"teacherId":9100164,"projectId":9844113,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in providing flexible seating, a small group table, and classroom supplies to support my students. Your kindness has already made a meaningful impact on our learning environment. The flexible seating options give students the opportunity to choose where they are most comfortable and focused, which has helped improve engagement and positive classroom behavior. The small group table has become an invaluable space for guided instruction, collaboration, and extra support, allowing me to better meet each student's learning needs. \r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our classroom feels more welcoming, organized, and student-centered. My students are excited to come to school each day and truly appreciate having options that make learning more enjoyable and successful. We are so grateful for your dedication to supporting education and creating opportunities for young learners. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping our students grow and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1760906746250,"projectUrl":"project/empower-third-graders-with-flexible-seat/9844113/","projectTitle":"Empower Third Graders With Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9100164"},{"teacherId":374527,"projectId":9820210,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! Because of you, our students have specialized Elkonin whiteboards, markers, and engaging literacy materials—to grow into strong readers.\r\n\r\nYour donation is already making a meaningful difference. With their new whiteboards, students participate in phonemic awareness practice by using Elkonin boxes to segment and blend sounds during our UFLI lessons. These hands-on activities help our students build strong decoding skills and truly see how words work. T\r\n\r\nThe high-interest stories you provided include our favorites like Henry & Mudge and Creepy Pair of Underwear. They have become springboards for comprehension, vocabulary, and writing. Students are connecting with characters, discussing big ideas, and building the confidence to express their thinking through writing and conversation.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, literacy is also coming alive across the curriculum. As we explore science topics, students read nonfiction texts, build life-size human body cutouts, label organs, and even transplant their own spider plants. These activities help them see how reading and scientific discovery go hand-in-hand, nurturing curiosity in every subject area.\r\n\r\nYour generosity doesn't just place materials in our classroom—it opens doors. It helps children see themselves as readers, thinkers, scientists, and creators. You are directly supporting their growth into lifelong learners who read with purpose, confidence, and curiosity.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and in the power of engaging, hands-on learning. We are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1760324061042,"projectUrl":"project/growing-readers-learning-leaders/9820210/","projectTitle":"Growing Readers & Learning Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Westhoff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp374527_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471105895193","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-westhoff"},{"teacherId":3045765,"projectId":9832591,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing the reading resources for my students. These materials have already begun making a meaningful difference in our classroom. With your help, students who are working below grade level now have access to tools that strengthen their ability to identify main ideas, cite evidence, and build overall reading comprehension. Students have been able to work in small groups or independently on skills that are needed just for them. It has made differentiation easier for a variety of skills.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is giving them the opportunity to grow as confident, capable readers, and I am truly grateful. 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