{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Eastside Charter School","outOfStateSupporters":66.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4434946,"projectId":9822609,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and believing in my kindergarten students! Because of your generosity, my students have access to hands-on Science of Reading materials that are making literacy instruction more engaging, meaningful, and fun.\r\n\r\nThe first time I introduced the new materials, my students were so excited to explore them. They couldn't wait to touch, move, and interact with all of the different literacy games and manipulatives. To them, it felt like they were playing—but I knew they were building the foundational reading skills that will stay with them for years to come.\r\n\r\nThe Lakeshore Science of Reading bundles have become a regular part of our small-group instruction and literacy centers. My students use the activities to practice letter sounds, build words, read simple words, and strengthen their phonics skills through games that keep them engaged from beginning to end. I've seen students who were once hesitant to participate become more willing to take risks because the activities feel fun and achievable.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite additions has been the magnetic Elkonin boxes. They have completely transformed how my students practice hearing the sounds in words. Watching a child slowly stretch out a word, move a magnet into each box for every sound they hear, and then proudly blend those sounds back together is incredibly rewarding. Those little \"I got it!\" moments happen almost every day, and they remind me why hands-on learning is so powerful.","fullyFundedDate":1760368312930,"projectUrl":"project/little-readers-big-discoveries-explori/9822609/","projectTitle":"Little Readers, Big Discoveries: Exploring the Science of Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4434946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1529958355367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teachergonzalez"},{"teacherId":4434946,"projectId":9467899,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for supporting our kindergarten classroom! Because of your generosity, my students have the tools they need to learn, explore, and grow every single day.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching my students' faces light up when they saw all of the new supplies arrive. They were especially excited about the Play-Doh and couldn't wait to start using it! What they thought was just a fun activity quickly became a chance to build letters, strengthen their little hands, and practice the sounds we are learning in class. They don't even realize how much learning is happening because they're having so much fun.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase markers, erasers, and table dots have become part of our everyday routine. My students love practicing their letters, writing words, solving math problems, and showing their thinking right at their seats. Having enough supplies for every child means everyone gets to participate, and that has made such a difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have also been a huge help during our literacy centers. Students can stay focused while listening to stories or practicing important reading skills on their devices without being distracted by the busy classroom around them.\r\n\r\nThe binders and mesh pouches have helped me keep our small-group materials organized so I can spend more time teaching and less time searching for resources. Even simple items like pencils and cups have made our daily routines smoother, giving students the tools they need to be independent and successful.\r\n\r\nAs we continue learning together this year, these materials will support us through reading, writing, math, science, and so many hands-on learning experiences. My kindergarteners are growing into confident readers, writers, problem-solvers, and kind classmates, and your generosity is helping make that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1754338161726,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-ready-tools-for-tiny-learn/9467899/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Ready: Tools for Tiny Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4434946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1529958355367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teachergonzalez"},{"teacherId":10310747,"projectId":9824410,"letterContent":"Your support has been a catalyst for growth, profoundly impacting our classroom's trajectory. Thanks to the Delaware Department of Education's visionary backing, we've received $750 in fully funded resources, empowering us to spearhead innovative literacy initiatives and accelerate progress toward our goals. Effectively integrated magnetic phonic boards provided targeted support to my students. They were so excited to use the materials. With these resources, success has never been more promising.","fullyFundedDate":1760874179779,"projectUrl":"project/students-empowered/9824410/","projectTitle":"Students Empowered","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Waleed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10310747"},{"teacherId":10332556,"projectId":9858852,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere appreciation for your generous donation to our project, \"Help Us Get Our Hands on Literacy.\" Because of your support, we were able to purchase a Magnetic Write & Wipe Big Book Center, a Match and Sort Reading Comprehension resource, and several Snap & Match Phonemic Awareness activity sets. Already, I have seen my students engage more deeply with the new tools for learning and they have sparked a genuine curiosity and love for reading in my 20 young scholars.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and investing in the futures of these children.","fullyFundedDate":1761530025372,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-get-our-hands-on-literacy/9858852/","projectTitle":"Help Us Get Our Hands on Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gummey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10332556"},{"teacherId":10313582,"projectId":9853708,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and believing in the power of language, culture and creativity. Because of your generosity, my students were able to experience French and Spanish beyond the textbooks. \r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful experiences for my French students was exploring the role of art and painting in the French culture. After learning and discussing about famous French artists like Claude Monet and their impact in France daily live, they were inspired to create their own paintings in the style of Monet. Watching them paint and discuss their art work was truly special. Many of them express that this is their first time learning about art and painting from another country. Their finished paintings now decorate our classroom. \r\n\r\nIn Addition to paintings, my students explored famous monuments and museums. Using the items you kindly donated, they were able to create posters of a monument they chose or a famous art in Le Louvre. The pride they felt presenting their work to their peers shows how meaningful and important hands-on culturally rich learning can be.\r\n\r\nYour support also made an impact in my Spanish class. The dry erase boards quickly became a favorite classroom tool which dramatically increased participation. \r\n\r\nOverall, your generosity helped create a classroom where students are actively engaged and excited to learn modern language. \r\n\r\nThanks again for making such an impact on my students and for helping me create a meaningful learning experiences in my classroom that my students will remember. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1761441332912,"projectUrl":"project/languages-through-fun-games-and-cultur/9853708/","projectTitle":"Languages Through Fun, Games, and Culture Immersion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Adzalla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10313582"},{"teacherId":10310979,"projectId":9825386,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students and I are actively using the new SEL and literacy resources during daily read-alouds, small-group discussions, and reflection time. Students are engaging with stories that explore emotions, relationships, and perseverance, and then responding through guided conversations and journaling. One especially meaningful moment occurred during a class discussion after a read-aloud, when several students connected a character's feelings to their own experiences and respectfully listened to one another—something that had previously been challenging for this group.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. They eagerly explored the books, asked thoughtful questions, and were especially drawn to the journals and SEL visuals that helped them name and understand their feelings. Many students expressed that the stories \"felt like them,\" which opened the door for deeper engagement and more honest conversations. It was clear that they felt seen and valued through these resources.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will continue using these materials as part of an ongoing literacy project that combines reading comprehension, written reflection, and collaborative discussion. They are currently working on identifying themes in texts and expressing how characters' emotions influence their actions, while also practicing empathy and communication skills with peers. Thanks to your support, these lessons are helping students grow not only as readers and writers, but as confident, compassionate learners.","fullyFundedDate":1760456918025,"projectUrl":"project/integrating-sel-and-literacy-for-stronge/9825386/","projectTitle":"Integrating SEL and Literacy for Stronger, Kinder Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10310979"},{"teacherId":10315213,"projectId":9853687,"letterContent":"I wanted to thank you for your generous donation to my classroom. Not only Have I been enjoying the supplies and new resources so have my students. One of my students favorite resources to use is the math white boards. Having these helps my students deepen their understand in some concepts of math. Giving them more resources to learn and advance in their skills. \r\n\r\nSince the new resources arrived, my students and I have been using them daily to deepen our learning and increase engagement in the classroom. The students were very excited to see all the new resources and materials we were sent. \r\n\r\nI want to thank you again for your generous donations, it means a lot to my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1761439790328,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/9853687/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mazalewski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10315213"},{"teacherId":10310225,"projectId":9822780,"letterContent":"I am truly grateful to DonorsChoose and the generous donors who funded my project for the students I serve with IEPs. The educational tools we received allow my students to practice essential skills in an engaging, hands‑on way that makes learning both meaningful and fun.\r\n\r\nAs an experienced teacher who is new to working in the state of Delaware, I have been working to build up my classroom supplies and gather the tools my students need to succeed. Collecting these materials on my own would have taken years, as teachers often fund most resources out of pocket and receive only a small reimbursement from our schools. Your support has lifted a tremendous burden and has given my students access to high‑quality materials much sooner than I ever could have provided alone.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your generosity is deeply appreciated and never taken for granted. The Phonics Magnet Boards help students build foundational reading skills in a tactile, enjoyable way. The Reading Comprehension Kits are colorful, reusable, and highly engaging. The Math Regrouping Boards allow students to visualize how and why regrouping works, helping them build confidence and independence. And the number lines make practicing addition and subtraction both accessible and fun.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and supporting our classroom. Your kindness makes a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1760675581807,"projectUrl":"project/iep-goal-growth-project/9822780/","projectTitle":"IEP Goal Growth Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Boyd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10310225"},{"teacherId":5706818,"projectId":9830524,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students! They were so excited to receive our new phonics letter boards! We use the letter boards every day during our UFLI phonics instruction and the students love them. The boards are so study and easy to keep organized.\r\n\r\nI am excited to start reading through The One and Only Ivan with the class soon. My students love stories and we have been enjoying a variety of chapter books this year - I think they'll really enjoy this one.\r\n\r\nThe writing journals are helping us build writing stamina and work on using complete sentences to answer prompts.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your donations! They make teaching a little easier and are so appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1760662863431,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-3rd-grade-readers/9830524/","projectTitle":"Building Strong 3rd Grade Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Collings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5706818_orig.jpg?crop=3072,3072,x0,y215&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588182232924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5706818"},{"teacherId":3182723,"projectId":9821504,"letterContent":"Thank you for the materials to help increase my students reading ability. They love the splash games that challanege them to read words. They think it is so fun to pull a card and not know if it will be a word to read or a \"splash\" and put all the cards back. The reading sentence strips have helped them to sound out longer words and then blend them together to make a word. Their comprehension is then challenged by having to find the matching picture. The students think it is fun to read and match the cards. During our UFLI lessons, students love to use the letter boards to form and change words in the lesson. Your donation has directly impacted and is increasing their ability to read and access material in the classroom. Thank you so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1760333975570,"projectUrl":"project/reach-for-reading/9821504/","projectTitle":"Reach for Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rossello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3182723_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753116731850","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3182723"},{"teacherId":10315213,"projectId":9836206,"letterContent":"I wanted to write this to thank you for your donation. It has been a great help in my classroom and my students have been loving using all the recourses we have received. \r\nBoth my students and I were very excited to get these supplies to use in our classroom. \r\n With all the many different supplies and things we received, my kids really enjoyed the long division white boards. This allowed my students to make sure their math was lined up and made it easier for them to divide. What seems like such a small thing made a big difference in helping the students understand math. \r\n Overall we have been really enjoying the things we have received. Helping the students enhance their learning and stay on track as the learn and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1766669605258,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/9836206/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mazalewski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10315213"},{"teacherId":10317224,"projectId":9841314,"letterContent":"My students and I have been using the new resources daily, especially during math centers and small-group instruction. One of our favorite moments was when students used the graphing resources with guided lines to create their own graphs and drawings. The structured lines helped them stay organized and confident while working, and many students proudly shared their finished work with classmates.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were extremely excited—especially the math games and graphing tools. They loved being able to graph and draw with the guided lines, and several students asked to use the resources again during free work time. The math games quickly became a favorite and were a fun, engaging way to review important math skills while reinforcing concepts we've already learned.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our next steps include continuing to use the math games to review and strengthen math content, as well as applying the graphing resources to more complex lessons. Students will use these tools to analyze data, create graphs, and explain their mathematical thinking. Your support has made learning more engaging and accessible, and it has truly made a positive impact in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make this possible for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1760884645681,"projectUrl":"project/fun-math/9841314/","projectTitle":"Fun Math","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10317224"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_66489","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":430,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":69,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":94,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"K - 9","studentTeacherRatio":"12.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":33.3,"schoolId":66489,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Eastside Charter School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Eastside Charter School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/delaware/delaware-department-of-education/east-side-charter-school/66489"}