{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Troy Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":44.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8915433,"projectId":10360395,"letterContent":"We received our back to school package this week. I could not be more excited about these items. I have had several students very hungry and without snacks. I was able to share from your generosity. \r\n\r\nMy students were amazed that people that they did not even know us were so generous to contribute to our classroom. We have spent time in our class discussing ways that we could pass your generosity on to others around us. They came up with cute ideas like teaching a friend to tie his or her shoes, picking up litter, and sharing pencils.\r\n\r\nThank you for the impact you have made on my students and our classroom family.","fullyFundedDate":1786366888436,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-get-my-classroom-back-to-school/10360395/","projectTitle":"Help Me Get My Classroom Back to School Ready","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conrad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8915433_orig.png?crop=114,114,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767710648783","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8915433"},{"teacherId":8915433,"projectId":10274127,"letterContent":"We received our air purifier and dehumidifier this week. I could not be more excited about the feel of our classroom now that I have installed it. Our air feels fresher and less humid which is wonderful for the heat wave we are currently experiencing in South Alabama. \r\n\r\nMy students were amazed that people that they did not even know us were so generous to contribute to the comfortability of our classroom. We have spent time in our class discussing ways that we could pass your generosity on to others around us. They came up with cute ideas like teaching a friend to tie his or her shoes, picking up litter, and sharing pencils.\r\n\r\nThank you for the impact you have made on my students and our classroom family.","fullyFundedDate":1780323751444,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-comfort/10274127/","projectTitle":"Classroom Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conrad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8915433_orig.png?crop=114,114,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767710648783","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8915433"},{"teacherId":9901805,"projectId":9899692,"letterContent":"The project \"Add Some Color to the Math World\" has made such a meaningful impact in our classroom, and I am incredibly grateful to all of the donors who helped make it possible. The colored paper and organizers may seem like simple materials, but they have completely changed the way my students interact with math lessons and classroom activities. These resources have helped bring creativity, organization, and excitement into our daily learning experiences in ways that truly benefit every student.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the materials, my students have been using the colored paper during math centers, small group instruction, STEM projects, and interactive notebook activities. One of the biggest successes has been during our third-grade geometry and fractions lessons. Students used different colors of paper to create fraction models, classify shapes, and build hands-on math foldables. The color coding helped students visually organize information and better understand difficult concepts. For example, students used blue paper for equivalent fractions, green paper for unit fractions, and yellow paper for comparing fractions. This simple strategy helped many students make connections more quickly and stay engaged throughout the lesson.\r\n\r\nOne memorable classroom moment happened during a collaborative STEM project where students designed zoo habitats using area and perimeter concepts. Students used the colored paper to map out animal enclosures and organize their mathematical thinking. They carefully measured spaces, labeled dimensions, and color-coded sections of their habitats. The excitement in the room was incredible. Students who are usually hesitant during math instruction became confident leaders in their groups because the visual supports helped them better understand the assignment. Watching students proudly explain their designs and mathematical reasoning to classmates was such a rewarding experience.\r\n\r\nThe organizers have also been extremely valuable. Many of my students struggle with keeping papers, manipulatives, and math tools organized. Before receiving these resources, students often misplaced assignments or became frustrated trying to locate materials. Now, students have a designated place for their work, which has improved responsibility and independence in the classroom. The organizers have especially helped during station rotations and project-based learning activities because students can quickly access everything they need without losing instructional time.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their reactions were filled with excitement and curiosity. They immediately noticed the bright colors and began asking how we would use them in future lessons. Several students commented that the classroom looked \"more fun\" and \"more like a real STEM lab.\" It was amazing to see how something as simple as colorful supplies could instantly boost student motivation. Many students were eager to begin creating, sorting, and building with the materials right away. Their enthusiasm reminded me that engaging learning environments truly matter.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular stood out to me. This student often becomes discouraged during math lessons and struggles to stay focused. During one of our color-coded math activities, the student was able to successfully complete an assignment independently for the first time in several weeks. After finishing, the student proudly shared the work with classmates and smiled from ear to ear. Moments like that remind me how important accessible and engaging classroom resources can be for student confidence and success.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for my students involve continuing to use these materials in hands-on math and STEM learning opportunities throughout the year. We are currently beginning projects that involve data collection, graphing, and problem-solving. The colored paper will allow students to create visual graphs, organize data sets, and display their mathematical thinking in creative ways. We also plan to use the organizers during our upcoming collaborative engineering challenges so students can manage materials more independently while working in teams.\r\n\r\nThese resources are helping create a classroom environment where students feel excited to learn, willing to take academic risks, and confident in their abilities. Your generosity has not only provided supplies, but it has also provided opportunities for creativity, engagement, and meaningful learning experiences that my students will remember long after this school year ends. Thank you for helping add color, organization, and joy to our math world!","fullyFundedDate":1769177827411,"projectUrl":"project/add-some-color-to-the-math-world/9899692/","projectTitle":"Add Some Color to the Math World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Howe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9901805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739757294619","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9901805"},{"teacherId":9901805,"projectId":9899715,"letterContent":"Our campaign, Engineering Minds: One Book at a Time, has brought high-interest texts into our classroom that are helping students build both a love of reading and critical thinking skills. Books like The Wild Robot encourage students to explore themes such as problem-solving, adaptation, and how characters respond to challenges—perfect connections to engineering habits of mind. Diary of a Roblox Pro has been a great way to engage reluctant readers while teaching sequencing, summarizing, and making text-to-self connections. Meanwhile, Disaster Squad introduces students to real-world problems and teamwork, helping them analyze cause and effect, and the Magic School Bus books support nonfiction reading skills like identifying main idea, asking questions, and learning scientific concepts through text.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is active, engaging, and student-centered. Students participate in a mix of read-alouds, small group instruction, and independent reading time. During these blocks, they use strategies like predicting, questioning, and discussing with peers to deepen their understanding. You might see students gathered in groups discussing how Roz from The Wild Robot solves problems, or independently reading Diary of a Roblox Pro while jotting down connections in their journals. We also integrate hands-on extensions, allowing students to connect what they read to STEM-based activities that reinforce the \"engineering minds\" theme.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have truly connected with these new books in meaningful ways. Some of my more reluctant readers have gravitated toward Diary of a Roblox Pro, finding confidence and excitement in reading for the first time. Others are captivated by the adventures in Disaster Squad and enjoy discussing how characters overcome obstacles. A few students have especially loved The Magic School Bus books, eagerly sharing new facts they've learned and asking deeper questions about the world around them. It has been incredible to see students not only enjoying reading more, but also thinking more critically and creatively because of these engaging texts.","fullyFundedDate":1767621889610,"projectUrl":"project/engineering-minds-one-book-at-a-time/9899715/","projectTitle":"Engineering Minds: One Book at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Howe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9901805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739757294619","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9901805"},{"teacherId":8915433,"projectId":9983251,"letterContent":"I cannot even begin to express my gratitude for the books my class received. My students were so excited to see the box arrive and we had so much fun unboxing and looking at every book. Currently, my students are sitting in our reading nook and devouring them. \r\n\r\nMy students will benefit from your donation by being able to choose books that they love to read in our own classroom. Many of these books were science and social studes related so they will be learning about new subjects and enjoying every second of it.","fullyFundedDate":1769177827292,"projectUrl":"project/support-reading-in-my-classroom/9983251/","projectTitle":"Support Reading in My Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conrad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8915433_orig.png?crop=114,114,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767710648783","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8915433"},{"teacherId":9901805,"projectId":9698650,"letterContent":"My students and I have been so excited to begin using our new resources, and they have already made a huge impact in our classroom. During our math block, students used base ten blocks to build numbers and model multiplication concepts, which helped them truly visualize what they were learning. One of my favorite moments was watching students use multiplication dominoes in small groups to create and solve their own multiplication problems—there was so much collaboration and meaningful discussion happening. We also incorporated expo markers during whole-group instruction and centers, allowing students to work out problems on whiteboards, explain their thinking, and quickly make corrections. These tools have made learning more interactive, hands-on, and engaging for every student.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and contagious. They were eager to dive in and explore, especially with the multiplication dominoes, which felt like a game while still reinforcing important skills. The expo markers were also a big hit, giving students a sense of ownership over their work and encouraging participation from even my more hesitant learners. The base ten blocks helped build confidence, especially for students who benefit from a more concrete understanding of math concepts. Overall, the materials created a positive learning environment where students felt motivated and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue building on these skills through hands-on lessons and small group instruction. We are currently working on strengthening multiplication and place value understanding, and these resources will remain a key part of that process. Next, students will begin applying their knowledge to more complex word problems and real-world scenarios, using base ten blocks and dominoes as support tools when needed. With continued practice and exploration, I am excited to see their confidence and understanding grow even more.","fullyFundedDate":1763116003113,"projectUrl":"project/math-can-be-fun/9698650/","projectTitle":"Math Can Be Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Howe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9901805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739757294619","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9901805"},{"teacherId":9901805,"projectId":9245108,"letterContent":"The Books for Bright Minds campaign had a powerful and lasting impact on my classroom by putting engaging, high-quality books that were hand-chosen by students directly into their hands. Because of this campaign, students gained access to a wider variety of texts that reflected different interests, reading levels, and backgrounds. Having these books readily available increased students' excitement about reading and encouraged them to choose reading not just as an assignment, but as something they genuinely enjoy.\r\n\r\nWith the addition of these new books, I was able to strengthen literacy instruction and provide more meaningful reading experiences throughout the day. Students used the books during guided reading, independent reading, and small-group discussions, allowing me to better support comprehension, vocabulary development, and critical thinking skills. The expanded classroom library also made it easier to differentiate instruction so that every student could feel successful and confident as a reader.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, Books for Bright Minds helped foster a stronger reading culture in our classroom. Students began recommending books to one another, discussing characters and stories, and showing pride in their reading growth. This campaign did more than add books to our shelves—it helped build bright, curious minds and a lifelong love of reading that will extend far beyond our classroom","fullyFundedDate":1746475716479,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-bright-minds/9245108/","projectTitle":"Books for Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Howe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9901805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739757294619","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9901805"},{"teacherId":10111820,"projectId":9536239,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of you, we now have a beautiful new rug that has completely transformed our learning space.\r\nWhen my students first saw the rug, their eyes lit up with excitement. They immediately ran over to find a spot, and it quickly became the heart of our classroom. We now use it every single day for morning meetings, read-alouds, small group activities, and class discussions. It has given us a cozy, welcoming space where every child feels included and ready to learn.\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching my students gather on the rug for the very first time. There was a sense of joy and comfort as they sat together, talking and sharing ideas. The rug has helped create a stronger sense of community and has given us a special place to connect and grow as a class.\r\nAs we move forward, we'll continue using the rug as a central part of our daily routines and upcoming lessons. It's more than just a classroom accessory—it's a place where memories are made, ideas are shared, and learning comes to life.\r\nThank you again for making this possible. Your generosity has had a lasting impact on our classroom and on the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1754681884362,"projectUrl":"project/lakeshore-rug/9536239/","projectTitle":"Lakeshore Rug!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tate","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10111820_orig.jpg?crop=675,675,x1512,y735&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754356446699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111820"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_14550","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":949,"numTeachers":60,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":64,"percentWhite":27,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":3,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"15.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":55.4,"schoolId":14550,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Troy Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Troy Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/alabama/troy-city-schools/troy-elementary-school/14550"}