{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"William E Bishop Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":39.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6168616,"projectId":9119938,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom library! The new books have transformed our reading time, opening up exciting opportunities to teach essential skills like identifying theme, analyzing character development, and making text-to-self connections. Titles like Front Desk and The Wild Robot have sparked deep conversations about empathy, resilience, and belonging—topics that resonate powerfully with our students. These texts help students move beyond just decoding words to truly engaging with stories on a personal and critical level.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is a vibrant, shared experience. During independent reading, students curl up in cozy nooks, journals in hand, eagerly annotating or sketching scenes from their books. In small groups, we discuss author's craft, infer characters' motivations, and compare books across genres. A few students have especially thrived with these additions—Amira, for instance, devoured Ghost in two days and now leads a lunch book club where she and her classmates discuss each chapter. Meanwhile, Mateo, who was previously reluctant to read, found a connection with the main character in Because of Mr. Terupt and is now volunteering to read aloud during class. These books haven't just filled our shelves—they've helped us build a true community of readers. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1743865851451,"projectUrl":"project/books-a-billion/9119938/","projectTitle":"Books a Billion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Medina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6168616_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739938758732","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-hajducek"},{"teacherId":9632322,"projectId":9068821,"letterContent":"These materials were such an incredible resource to have while we finished out the year strong, making work for our big school events - including our Art Show! We were able to accomplish so much more with these tools and resources; even more importantly, students were able to explore a variety of ways to have fun making art. Families felt overjoyed with the artwork on display during our big events, one family even expressing their heartfelt gratitude for their culture being represented.\r\n\r\nThe opportunities and experiences art can create are limitless and a joy to witness. I am so grateful for your generosity, which allows me to be the kind of educator to create these experiences for our students. Thank you again for your donation to our art room!","fullyFundedDate":1746786024239,"projectUrl":"project/the-art-of-inspiration/9068821/","projectTitle":"The Art of Inspiration!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Angelo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9632322_orig.png?crop=1148,1148,x0,y57&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725220278450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9632322"},{"teacherId":9632322,"projectId":8763552,"letterContent":"I cannot begin to describe how excited and grateful my students are for the new materials for our classroom! We have started working on our amazing projects for our big cultural night event! Students have been learning about different countries, which makes up the beautifully diverse population at our Elementary school. Our artmaking is a bridge to learning about the culture, traditions, customs, and crafts that are significant to that particular country. Some of the countries include Somalia, Mexico, Venezuela, Bangladesh, and so many more! \r\n We have been making flags, ceramic tea cups, paper sculptures, and so much more. Students have not only been having fun learning about new cultures, but they are also enjoying learning and sharing their own knowledge about the country their family originates from.\r\n We thank you again, deeply, from the bottom of our hearts for your generosity in supporting our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1735356014029,"projectUrl":"project/tactile-artmaking/8763552/","projectTitle":"Tactile Artmaking!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Angelo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9632322_orig.png?crop=1148,1148,x0,y57&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725220278450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9632322"},{"teacherId":6168616,"projectId":9031012,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been transformed thanks to your incredible generosity in supporting our DonorsChoose project! The impact of these new supplies is truly remarkable and has breathed new life into our learning environment. \r\n\r\nPreviously, we struggled with limited resources, making hands-on activities and engaging lessons a real challenge. Now, with the materials you provided, my students are thriving. From the vibrant art supplies that have unleashed their creativity to the much-needed math manipulatives that have made abstract concepts concrete, every item has played a crucial role in enhancing their learning experience. I've witnessed a surge in student engagement and excitement as they now have the tools they need to actively participate in lessons and explore their curiosity. The difference is palpable – the classroom buzzes with focused energy and collaborative learning.","fullyFundedDate":1739905043099,"projectUrl":"project/level-up-learning/9031012/","projectTitle":"Level Up Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Medina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6168616_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739938758732","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-hajducek"},{"teacherId":6168616,"projectId":9021523,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been transformed thanks to your incredible generosity in supporting our DonorsChoose project! The impact of these new supplies is truly remarkable and has breathed new life into our learning environment. Previously, we struggled with limited resources, making hands-on activities and engaging lessons a real challenge. Now, with the materials you provided, my students are thriving. From the vibrant art supplies that have unleashed their creativity to the much-needed math manipulatives that have made abstract concepts concrete, every item has played a crucial role in enhancing their learning experience. I've witnessed a surge in student engagement and excitement as they now have the tools they need to actively participate in lessons and explore their curiosity. The difference is palpable – the classroom buzzes with focused energy and collaborative learning.\r\n\r\nThese resources have not only filled our shelves but have also filled a critical gap in providing equitable learning opportunities for all my students. Many of them come from families with limited means, and these supplies represent access to resources they wouldn't otherwise have. Your support has leveled the playing field, ensuring that every child has the materials they need to succeed. The impact extends beyond just the classroom walls; it's about fostering confidence, building essential skills, and igniting a lifelong love of learning. I am deeply grateful for your investment in my students' futures. Your generosity has made a tangible difference in their educational journey, and I am so excited to see the continued growth and progress they will make with these invaluable resources. Thank you for believing in my students and empowering them to reach their full potential.","fullyFundedDate":1735478492490,"projectUrl":"project/surprise-supplies/9021523/","projectTitle":"Surprise Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Medina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6168616_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739938758732","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-hajducek"},{"teacherId":6168616,"projectId":8848426,"letterContent":"Our classroom library has become a haven for my students, a place where they can explore new worlds, meet fascinating characters, and discover the magic of reading. Before this project, our classroom was a book desert. As a Title 1 school, many of my students don't have access to books at home, and our classroom lacked the essential resource of a library. Independent reading time was a struggle, often filled with students staring at blank pages or re-reading the same few worn-out books. Now, thanks to your generous donations, the shelves are overflowing with a diverse collection of engaging titles. My students' faces light up when they get to choose a book to keep, to read at their own pace, and to add to their personal collection. The excitement is palpable; the room buzzes with chatter about favorite characters and plot twists. You've not only filled our shelves with books, but you've also filled our classroom with a love of reading.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this project extends far beyond just filling a shelf. It's about fostering a lifelong love of reading, building literacy skills, and igniting imaginations. My students are developing a sense of ownership over their reading experiences, becoming more confident and enthusiastic readers. They eagerly share their book recommendations with each other, creating a vibrant reading community within our classroom. The ability to choose their own books has empowered them, fostering independence and a sense of pride in their reading abilities. Your kindness has transformed our classroom into a place where reading is celebrated, cherished, and accessible to all. We are incredibly grateful for your support in making this dream a reality for my students. Thank you for investing in their futures and opening up a world of possibilities through the power of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1734099464865,"projectUrl":"project/build-a-bookworms-paradise/8848426/","projectTitle":"Build a Bookworm's Paradise","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Medina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6168616_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739938758732","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-hajducek"},{"teacherId":9252824,"projectId":8573721,"letterContent":"At the start of every year, students are required to take their formal reading assessments, we then reassess at the middle and end of the year. Well my students just took their middle of the year assessments and what growth we had! With the support of the tools we were able to get, students reading scores grew! We were able to reduce the amount of students reading below grade level from 5 to 3! \r\nWe also have using our calming tools to help align with our curriculum to support our emotions! This semester students worked on various themes such as gratitude, respect, kindness and empathy. Through the use of the tools they learned and demonstrated how to regulate their emotions!","fullyFundedDate":1727462699597,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-support-tools/8573721/","projectTitle":"First Grade Support Tools!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9252824"},{"teacherId":9634021,"projectId":8703777,"letterContent":"Your support for my play based materials has made my first semester as a school psychologist a joy. Thank you for your care towards students' social emotional success at school. They love being able to come back to their favorite item each week, whether it is exploring their rock collection, playing with their marble run creation, solving a puzzle, practicing deep breathing, or simply coloring. These activities help my students regulate and feel calm so that they are able to have a successful school day. 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