{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sorters Mill Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1561305,"projectId":10118574,"letterContent":"Thank you so much from all my students for the beautiful baskets you have donated to our classroom. These baskets will make access to our every day materials easy and visible to all. Right now all of our materials are scattered throughout the room but because of your generosity, we will have the baskets full in one central location. The baskets are durable and the best part is that they are dishwasher safe so cleaning them will be easy. We all are highly aware of the germs in our rooms so this is why we wanted these baskets so badly. Thank you again for your generous donation and for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1778006908240,"projectUrl":"project/easy-access-to-classroom-basics/10118574/","projectTitle":"Easy Access to Classroom Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hilton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1561305"},{"teacherId":9087283,"projectId":9136478,"letterContent":"Our students have truly benefited from the addition of headphones in the classroom, and we are excited to share how this simple yet powerful tool is transforming their learning experience.\r\n\r\nMany of our donors are familiar with using technology at home, but in the classroom, headphones serve a very specific and impactful purpose. They allow students to fully engage with digital learning programs by minimizing distractions and helping them focus on the task at hand. Whether they are listening to audiobooks, practicing language skills, or following along with interactive lessons, headphones create a more personalized and immersive learning environment. This is especially important in a busy classroom, where noise levels can sometimes make it difficult for students to concentrate.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about the headphones is the sense of independence they provide. Students love being able to control their own learning pace—pausing, replaying, and engaging with content in a way that suits their individual needs. The headphones make learning feel more interactive and fun, turning everyday lessons into something they look forward to.\r\n\r\nWe have also seen particular students thrive with this new technology. For example, some of our more easily distracted learners are now able to stay focused for longer periods of time because they can block out surrounding noise. Additionally, students who are developing their reading skills have shown increased confidence when using audiobooks alongside text, as the headphones allow them to hear proper pronunciation and follow along without feeling self-conscious. English language learners, in particular, have embraced this tool, as it gives them the opportunity to listen closely and practice language skills in a supportive, low-pressure way.\r\n\r\nOverall, these headphones are not just an accessory—they are an essential learning tool that supports focus, independence, and confidence for all of our students. We are incredibly grateful for your support in making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1742568733683,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-headphones/9136478/","projectTitle":"We Need Headphones!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9087283_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721886366247","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9087283"},{"teacherId":3092896,"projectId":10068153,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to my DonorsChoose project, Calm Minds, Bright Smiles, Testing Success. Your support helped me provide my students with special testing-day surprises that build confidence, reduce stress, and turn big test days into positive experiences. Thanks to your generosity, our students received snacks, motivational pencils, stickers, bracelets, and stress balls that truly made a difference.\r\n\r\nThese small gestures had a huge impact. They helped ease nerves, boost focus, and remind each child that they are supported and capable. On testing days, smiles were brighter, energy was higher, and students felt encouraged to do their very best. Your kindness helped create an uplifting environment where learning and success go hand in hand.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtful support. You have made our classroom a place where students feel calm, confident, and ready to shine. We are deeply grateful for your contribution to our students' growth and well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1772043984021,"projectUrl":"project/calm-minds-bright-smiles-testing-succe/10068153/","projectTitle":"Calm Minds, Bright Smiles, Testing Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Collins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3092896_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y255&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675866779861","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/blanche-collins"},{"teacherId":1561305,"projectId":10085441,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kindness and generosity towards my students. With viruses going around causing havoc, this project has been helpful protecting my students from illness. The Lysol spray and wipes have been used daily and I believe it has helped us with staying safe and keeping attendance up so our kids can learn instead of being sick at home. While they are here at school, the Expo markers and cute tiger paw erasers are used daily by each of our groups to learn and apply the strategies they learn every day. Thank you so much for caring about my students and your donation to their health and wellness.","fullyFundedDate":1771003267432,"projectUrl":"project/essentials-for-dyslexia/10085441/","projectTitle":"Essentials for Dyslexia","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hilton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1561305"},{"teacherId":6260514,"projectId":9753977,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the support that made this project possible for our 5th grade reading classroom. The new supplies and technology have helped make learning more engaging and interactive for my students. Technology allows students to actively participate in reading lessons by exploring texts, responding to questions, and collaborating with classmates in ways that go beyond traditional paper-and-pencil activities. It also helps students practice important reading skills like comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking while receiving feedback and support along the way. These tools allow students to work at their own pace and help create a classroom environment where all learners can feel successful.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students has been the opportunity to use something new and engaging during reading time. They are more motivated to participate, share their ideas, and work together to better understand what they are reading. I have also noticed that some quieter students have become more confident when using these tools because they feel more comfortable expressing their thoughts. Overall, these resources have helped make reading more exciting and accessible for my students, and we are so thankful to our donors for supporting our classroom and helping our students grow as readers. 📚","fullyFundedDate":1768959515685,"projectUrl":"project/everyday-supplies/9753977/","projectTitle":"Everyday Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jessica Tulle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6260514_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565469156492","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6260514"},{"teacherId":7256461,"projectId":9597465,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generous donations that were provided to our classroom. The pencils and pens were used daily by students to complete assignments, take notes, and practice essential writing skills. Paper and journals gave students a place to organize their thoughts, reflect on their learning, and build confidence in their writing. The Expo markers were especially helpful during lessons, allowing students to actively participate by solving problems and sharing ideas at the board. These materials ensured that every student had the tools they needed to fully engage in learning. Because of your support, students were able to focus on learning without worrying about lacking supplies. The donated items also helped create an organized, prepared, and welcoming classroom environment. Your generosity made a meaningful difference in our students' day-to-day experiences. We are truly thankful for your kindness and willingness to support education. Your contribution has had a lasting impact on our classroom and our students.","fullyFundedDate":1761430527825,"projectUrl":"project/mathematicians-in-training/9597465/","projectTitle":"Mathematicians in Training!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carriaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7256461_orig.jpg?crop=679,679,x21,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594871653332","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7256461"},{"teacherId":7256461,"projectId":9283630,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generous donations that were provided to our classroom. The pencils and pens were used daily by students to complete assignments, take notes, and practice essential writing skills. Paper and journals gave students a place to organize their thoughts, reflect on their learning, and build confidence in their writing. The Expo markers were especially helpful during lessons, allowing students to actively participate by solving problems and sharing ideas at the board. These materials ensured that every student had the tools they needed to fully engage in learning. Because of your support, students were able to focus on learning without worrying about lacking supplies. The donated items also helped create an organized, prepared, and welcoming classroom environment. Your generosity made a meaningful difference in our students' day-to-day experiences. We are truly thankful for your kindness and willingness to support education. Your contribution has had a lasting impact on our classroom and our students.","fullyFundedDate":1746785972726,"projectUrl":"project/writing-center-for-improving-their-writi/9283630/","projectTitle":"Writing Center for Improving Their Writing Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carriaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7256461_orig.jpg?crop=679,679,x21,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594871653332","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7256461"},{"teacherId":7256461,"projectId":9216989,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generous donations that were provided to our classroom. The pencils and pens were used daily by students to complete assignments, take notes, and practice essential writing skills. Paper and journals gave students a place to organize their thoughts, reflect on their learning, and build confidence in their writing. The Expo markers were especially helpful during lessons, allowing students to actively participate by solving problems and sharing ideas at the board. These materials ensured that every student had the tools they needed to fully engage in learning. Because of your support, students were able to focus on learning without worrying about lacking supplies. The donated items also helped create an organized, prepared, and welcoming classroom environment. Your generosity made a meaningful difference in our students' day-to-day experiences. We are truly thankful for your kindness and willingness to support education. Your contribution has had a lasting impact on our classroom and our students.","fullyFundedDate":1746785905544,"projectUrl":"project/dual-purpose-materials/9216989/","projectTitle":"Dual Purpose Materials!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carriaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7256461_orig.jpg?crop=679,679,x21,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594871653332","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7256461"},{"teacherId":1561305,"projectId":10033607,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the difference you have made for my students. Your kindness and generosity have allowed my students to replace old materials with brand new whiteboards that they can see without all the stains from years of use. The markers have ink now and their runny noses have Kleenex for them to clean. These basic materials are very much appreciated since we are not on the beginning of the year supplies list. I thank you on behalf of my students for your philanthropy in giving them brand new essential materials. You're amazing!","fullyFundedDate":1769484059997,"projectUrl":"project/basic-essentials-for-dyslexia/10033607/","projectTitle":"Basic Essentials for Dyslexia","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hilton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1561305"},{"teacherId":1561305,"projectId":9733969,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for funding our project to reward our dyslexia students. They work so hard to compensate for their learning disability and rewarding them along their path to learning strategies to become great readers keeps them motivated. The excitement in their eyes when they see these new \"treasures\" for the treasure box is like celebrating Christmas all over again. I could not do this without the philanthropy of donors who care about students and their success. On behalf of all my students, thank you so much for caring!","fullyFundedDate":1767814394498,"projectUrl":"project/reward-box-prizes/9733969/","projectTitle":"Reward Box Prizes!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hilton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1561305"},{"teacherId":8109575,"projectId":9594087,"letterContent":"Thank you for contributing towards supplies for our Fall Festival. Because of your generosity, our event was a major success and helped create wonderful memories. Students and parents enjoyed all activities that were help around the campus. Our neighboring high school cosmetology department used the face paint, hair clips, hair chalk, as a fun booth. Kindergarten teachers set up the carnival clown toss and a duck pond game as their booth for the festival. Students especially loved all the fun prizes such as pop its, fidget spinners, foam balls, and more that were purchased with your donations. The backdrop helped to capture memories from that evening! Thank you all for your donations!","fullyFundedDate":1760716763559,"projectUrl":"project/sme-fall-festival-prizes-for-all/9594087/","projectTitle":"SME Fall Festival Prizes for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Woodruff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8109575"},{"teacherId":3092896,"projectId":9469387,"letterContent":"I sincerely appreciate your generous donation of toner for my printer. Thanks to your support, I have created many anchor charts for our Reading lessons, SEL lesson activities, and colorful charts with images to enhance student understanding. I have also created student readers in all levels for my students that they are able to use in the classroom and at home. Having these resources in vibrant colors makes a world of difference in engaging my students and helping them grasp concepts more effectively.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity are truly making an impact in our classroom. Thank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1766010858442,"projectUrl":"project/printing-supplies/9469387/","projectTitle":"Printing Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Collins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3092896_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y255&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675866779861","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/blanche-collins"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_93999","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":826,"numTeachers":52,"percentFrplEligible":80,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":17,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":77,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":73.5,"schoolId":93999,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sorters Mill Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sorters Mill Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/new-caney-independent-school-district/sorters-mill-elementary-school/93999"}