{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Julie Korenstein Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9163189,"projectId":10737664,"letterContent":"Our new recycling bin is helping students learn the importance of taking care of our classroom and the environment. We are using it daily to recycle paper and other recyclable materials instead of throwing everything in the trash. This has become a great opportunity to talk about how small actions can make a big difference.\r\n\r\nMy students were excited to see the new recycling bin! They were eager to use it and learn more about recycling. I love seeing them become more aware of their choices and take responsibility for keeping our classroom clean.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building good recycling habits and encourage students to remind one another to recycle whenever possible. We will also continue discussing ways to reduce waste and keep our school clean. Thank you to our generous donors for helping us create a cleaner, more environmentally friendly classroom. Your support is making a difference in our students' daily lives!","fullyFundedDate":1792423716776,"projectUrl":"project/recycle-for-a-better-tomorrow/10737664/","projectTitle":"Recycle for a Better Tomorrow","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chhipa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9163189_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697933119120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9163189"},{"teacherId":8521154,"projectId":10627510,"letterContent":"Thank you for being part of all my students reading journey. My students were so elated to see their new book they are going to read as a whole class. the 4th graders this year are eager to read and practice their reading comprehension skills. They are truly grateful for having new books to read and new opportunities towards their learning in their classroom. We can't wait to get started with the new reading and have small and whole group discussions. Thank you again for the continuous support with our 4th grade classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1790819976150,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-a-super-power/10627510/","projectTitle":"Reading Is a Super Power!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reynoso","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8521154_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x29,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699071061152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-reynoso3rdgradescholars"},{"teacherId":9913968,"projectId":10716832,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring a digital camera into our fifth-grade classroom! This technology has created exciting opportunities for students to document their work, capture their learning process, and celebrate their accomplishments. The camera is more than a device for taking pictures; it is a tool that empowers students to become storytellers, creators, designers, and observers of their own learning.\r\n\r\nOne of the greatest impacts has been the excitement students show when exploring new technology. Students can photograph their projects, document each stage of the design process, record their progress, and reflect on how their ideas develop from an initial concept into a finished product. These experiences strengthen creativity, communication, critical thinking, and digital literacy while helping students take pride in their learning.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part is seeing students connect this technology to their personal interests and future career goals. Some students are especially enthusiastic about learning to operate the camera because photography, video production, game design, and game development are fields they hope to explore. They are beginning to understand how digital images, visual storytelling, and creative documentation contribute to designing games, developing characters, building virtual worlds, and creating engaging experiences for audiences.\r\n\r\nThe camera also allows me to capture authentic evidence of student learning, showcase classroom projects, and celebrate the problem-solving and collaboration that take place throughout the learning process. Students can use photographs to explain their thinking, reflect on challenges, share ideas with classmates, and build portfolios that demonstrate their growth.\r\n\r\nThis donation has helped transform student curiosity into meaningful learning experiences. By connecting technology to their interests, I can encourage students to explore new skills, discover their strengths, and envision themselves pursuing careers in creative and technological fields.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and giving them the opportunity to learn through innovation. Your generosity is helping our young learners see that their ideas matter, their creativity has value, and their interests can become pathways to future possibilities.","fullyFundedDate":1791810163586,"projectUrl":"project/capture-create-and-level-up/10716832/","projectTitle":"Capture, Create, and Level Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9913968_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1792261322304","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9913968"},{"teacherId":9913968,"projectId":10716805,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing our fifth-grade classroom with advanced technology headphones! Your generosity helps create a more engaging, accessible, and focused learning environment where students can explore their interests while developing essential academic and technology skills.\r\n\r\nThese headphones support innovative learning by allowing students to listen to instructional videos, participate in digital lessons, practice reading and listening comprehension, and engage in interactive learning activities with fewer distractions. They are especially valuable during independent work and small-group instruction, helping students focus on their individual learning tasks while I provide targeted support to other students.\r\n\r\nThe headphones also help connect students' interests in esports, video games, game design, and game development to meaningful educational experiences. Students can explore digital content, study audio elements in games, and learn how sound, communication, and technology contribute to game design. These activities encourage creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy while introducing students to skills connected to future careers in technology and the gaming industry.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, I can better differentiate instruction, support diverse learning needs, and create opportunities for students to work independently and collaboratively. Students gain greater confidence as they use technology to explore new ideas, strengthen their skills, and take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us build a classroom where technology inspires curiosity, supports academic growth, and empowers every learner to succeed. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference in our students' educational experiences and future possibilities!","fullyFundedDate":1791810141649,"projectUrl":"project/hear-it-create-it-build-it/10716805/","projectTitle":"Hear It, Create It, Build It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9913968_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1792261322304","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9913968"},{"teacherId":9913968,"projectId":10714058,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring innovative learning opportunities to our fifth-grade classroom! Your generosity in providing a computer laptop gives students access to technology that supports creativity, collaboration, problem-solving, and hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nThis laptop serves as a powerful learning tool that connects students' interests in video games, esports, game design, and game development to meaningful educational experiences. Students can explore how games are created, practice computational thinking, develop creative ideas, and strengthen critical-thinking skills while working toward future careers in technology and the gaming industry.\r\n\r\nThe laptop also allows me to provide small-group instruction and targeted learning experiences that meet students' diverse academic needs. Whether students are developing literacy skills, practicing math concepts, completing research, or participating in technology-based projects, access to a computer helps make learning more engaging, interactive, and accessible.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this resource helps students see themselves as creators, problem-solvers, and future innovators—not just consumers of technology. Your support empowers them to explore their passions, build confidence, collaborate with peers, and discover new possibilities for their futures.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students, supporting their interests, and helping create a classroom where every learner has opportunities to grow, innovate, and succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1791810161830,"projectUrl":"project/powering-creativity-through-esports-and/10714058/","projectTitle":"Powering Creativity Through Esports and Game Design","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9913968_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1792261322304","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9913968"},{"teacherId":9163189,"projectId":10666698,"letterContent":"My students are using the new grammar workbooks during our daily ELA lessons and independent practice. The workbooks give students opportunities to practice important grammar skills, including parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation, and capitalization. I use them during whole-group instruction and small groups to help students strengthen their writing skills and apply what they learn to their own writing.\r\n\r\nMy students were happy to have new materials to use during our grammar lessons. They enjoyed having their own workbooks to write in and use for practice. The workbooks also help students feel more confident because they can work through examples, practice new skills, and see their progress as they learn.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building students' grammar skills and helping them apply those skills to their everyday writing. We will use the workbooks to practice writing complete sentences, correcting grammatical errors, and improving our paragraphs. These skills will help students become stronger writers and prepare them for fourth-grade assessments. Thank you to our generous donors for providing these valuable resources and supporting my students as they continue to grow as readers and writers!","fullyFundedDate":1790744981925,"projectUrl":"project/grammar-makes-us-stronger/10666698/","projectTitle":"Grammar Makes Us Stronger","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chhipa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9163189_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697933119120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9163189"},{"teacherId":9163189,"projectId":10666636,"letterContent":"My students are using the new books during independent reading and our classroom reading activities. The Jasper Rabbit's Creepy Tales! books are a fun way to encourage students to read more, especially those who enjoy spooky stories. The Bouncy Bands help students stay focused during lessons by giving them a way to move while seated. We are also using the capybara night light and Very Hungry Caterpillar plush to make our Calm Corner feel more welcoming and comfortable for students who need a quiet moment.\r\n\r\n\r\nMy students were excited to see the new materials! They especially loved the spooky books, cute capybara night light, and caterpillar plush. The students were eager to explore the books and enjoyed seeing the new additions to our classroom. It was wonderful to see how these simple resources brought smiles to their faces and made our classroom feel even more special.\r\n\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue building our love of reading by giving students more opportunities to explore books, share their favorite stories, and develop their reading skills. We will also continue using our Calm Corner to help students practice taking breaks, managing their emotions, and returning to learning when they feel ready. The Bouncy Bands will support students who benefit from movement during lessons. Thank you to our generous donors for helping us create a classroom where students can feel comfortable, stay engaged, and enjoy learning!","fullyFundedDate":1790744980541,"projectUrl":"project/stories-movement-smiles/10666636/","projectTitle":"Stories, Movement & Smiles","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chhipa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9163189_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697933119120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9163189"},{"teacherId":9163189,"projectId":10666468,"letterContent":"My students are using the new place value mats and boards during our math lessons to help them understand numbers and how each digit has a different value depending on its place. The mats give students a hands-on way to build numbers, break them apart, and practice writing numbers in expanded form. They are especially helpful during small-group instruction because students can see and organize their thinking instead of just solving problems on paper.\r\n\r\nMy students were excited to use the new materials because they made math more interactive and fun. The boards gave them a chance to work through problems, practice independently, and build confidence in their math skills. I enjoyed seeing students help one another and explain their thinking as they worked together.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue using the place value mats and boards as we work with larger numbers and strengthen our understanding of place value. Students will use these resources to practice comparing numbers, understanding the value of each digit, and preparing for more challenging math concepts. Thank you to our donors for providing these valuable resources and helping make math more engaging and accessible for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1790744982601,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-place-value/10666468/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Place Value","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chhipa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9163189_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697933119120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9163189"},{"teacherId":8521154,"projectId":10209758,"letterContent":"Thank you for the headphones. The students were excited to have their own headphones to use with their technology. They use programs like IREADY, STEAM websites, and much more. It makes it easier for them to focus on their assessments and assignments. Another positive factor is, it's making the students responsible to take care of their technology, and they are learning to take good care of them. We are beyond grateful for allowing equitable access to technology for all my diverse scholar learners.","fullyFundedDate":1787135169094,"projectUrl":"project/technology-in-stem/10209758/","projectTitle":"Technology in Stem","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reynoso","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8521154_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x29,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699071061152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-reynoso3rdgradescholars"},{"teacherId":9913968,"projectId":10320775,"letterContent":"Thank You for Supporting Our Students!\r\n\r\nThank you for helping my students stay active, build confidence, and develop healthy habits! We are using our new resources during fitness activities and as we prepare for our physical fitness tests. Students are practicing physical skills, challenging themselves, and learning the importance of taking care of their bodies through exercise and healthy choices.\r\n\r\nMy students were excited to see the new materials and eager to participate in sports and fitness activities. It has been wonderful to see more students motivated to join in, encourage one another, and work together as a team. During activities, students are learning that being a good team player means showing kindness, cooperation, respect, and good sportsmanship.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building endurance, strength, coordination, and confidence as we prepare for our fitness tests. We will also continue connecting our activities to health and physical education lessons, helping students understand how daily movement and healthy choices support their overall well-being.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a positive difference in our classroom by encouraging students to be active, support their classmates, and discover the joy of working together. Thank you for investing in our students' health, confidence, and success!","fullyFundedDate":1790803038961,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-inspiring-healthy-lifestyles-th/10320775/","projectTitle":"Game On! Inspiring Healthy Lifestyles Through Sports","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9913968_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1792261322304","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9913968"},{"teacherId":9163189,"projectId":10693346,"letterContent":"The new copies of The Lemonade War have given my students a book they can truly connect with and enjoy. We are using the books for whole-class reading, partner discussions, and independent reading. As we read, students are practicing making predictions, finding evidence, describing characters, making connections, and discussing the choices characters make. One of my favorite moments has been hearing students share their thoughts about the characters and make connections to situations they have experienced with their own siblings, friends, and classmates.\r\nWhen my students first received the books, they were excited to have their own copy to hold and follow along with. Many students immediately started looking through the pages and asking questions about what would happen next. Having enough copies for our classroom has made it easier for everyone to participate in our reading activities.\r\nOur next step is to continue reading The Lemonade War and dive deeper into the characters, conflicts, and lessons in the story. Students will continue gathering evidence from the text and using their ideas in discussions and written responses. These books are helping create more opportunities for my students to enjoy reading while becoming stronger and more confident readers.","fullyFundedDate":1790744980564,"projectUrl":"project/a-sweet-opportunity-to-read/10693346/","projectTitle":"A Sweet Opportunity to Read","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chhipa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9163189_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697933119120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9163189"},{"teacherId":9163189,"projectId":10693348,"letterContent":"The new copies of The Lemonade War have already made a wonderful difference in our classroom. My students are using the books for whole-class reading, partner discussions, and independent reading. We have been talking about characters, making predictions, finding evidence from the text, and connecting the story to our own experiences. Having books that students can hold, follow along with, and discuss together has made our reading time feel even more meaningful.\r\nWhen my students first saw the new books and fidget games, they were excited to see something new in our classroom. Several students immediately wanted to look through the books and talk about what they thought the story would be about. The fidget games have also become a helpful option for students who need a quiet activity during a short break or while using our Calm Corner.\r\nOur next step is to continue reading The Lemonade War and have students think more deeply about the characters, their choices, and the lessons they can learn from the story. We will continue using the books for discussions and written responses while giving students opportunities to read independently. 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