{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dunaire Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":74.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6000131,"projectId":10150770,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project and helping provide books for my students and school community. Your generosity is making a meaningful difference in the lives of young readers!\r\n\r\n Having access to engaging, age-appropriate books gives my students opportunities to practice their reading skills, build vocabulary, strengthen comprehension, and develop a genuine love for reading. Most importantly, these books will help prevent the summer slide by keeping students reading, learning, and growing even after the school year ends.\r\n\r\nYour donation is giving my students something truly valuable—the opportunity to see themselves as readers and to discover new characters, ideas, places, and possibilities through books.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping me create a culture where reading is encouraged, celebrated, and accessible. Because of your support, our little dolphins can keep swimming into summer with a good book in hand!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1778520187560,"projectUrl":"project/stopping-the-summer-slide-building-life/10150770/","projectTitle":"Stopping the Summer Slide: Building Lifelong Readers Part 1","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Holmes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6000131_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704753545685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6000131"},{"teacherId":6000131,"projectId":10013195,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. My students were overjoyed when they learned that our project was funded and we were able to add the items to our cart to help provide them \"fuel\" for their stomachs in the form of drinks to go along with the snacks on the snack cart in the classroom. Due to your generous donations my students had one less thing to worry about while at school learning. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where they feel cared for, supported, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we are able to continue fueling little stomachs, fueling growing brains, and fueling big dreams!","fullyFundedDate":1775004276812,"projectUrl":"project/second-semester-fuel-your-stomach-fuel/10013195/","projectTitle":"Second Semester Fuel Your Stomach! Fuel Your Brain Part 3","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Holmes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6000131_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704753545685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6000131"},{"teacherId":6199207,"projectId":10167315,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Craft Club! Your generosity in providing a Cricut Joy, Cricut Mug Press, and mugs will give our students exciting opportunities to explore creativity, design, and hands-on learning. These tools will allow students to create personalized projects, develop problem-solving skills, and express themselves through art and innovation. The experiences they gain will help build confidence, teamwork, and a sense of accomplishment. We are truly grateful for your investment in our students and for helping make our Craft Club a place where creativity can thrive. Thank you for making a lasting difference!","fullyFundedDate":1778880453397,"projectUrl":"project/create-and-inspire/10167315/","projectTitle":"Create and Inspire","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. E","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6199207_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548038585265","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/superkizs"},{"teacherId":3346527,"projectId":10134052,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of headphones for my classroom! Your kindness is making a meaningful difference in my students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nHeadphones allow my students to fully engage with digital learning programs, listen to stories independently, practice phonics and reading skills, and receive personalized instruction without distractions. They also help create a focused learning environment where every child can work at their own pace and build confidence.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, these headphones provide access to learning opportunities they might not otherwise have. Watching them become excited about listening to books, practicing new skills, and taking ownership of their learning has been incredible.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping provide the tools they need to succeed. Your generosity is appreciated more than you know, and my students and I are truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1775004276789,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-to-help-students-focus-and-su/10134052/","projectTitle":"Headphones to Help Students Focus and Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hundley-Dixon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3346527_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1459819048855","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3346527"},{"teacherId":3346527,"projectId":10158703,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping put books into the hands of my students! These new texts are doing so much more than providing summer entertainment—they are helping children continue building the reading habits and skills that will support them next school year. As a first-grade teacher, I use books to teach students how to think while they read, including identifying the main idea, retelling key details, making predictions, asking and answering questions, and using pictures and context clues to understand unfamiliar words.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is active and joyful. Students read with partners, participate in small-group instruction, and spend time reading independently with books that match their interests and reading levels. We talk about characters, make connections to our own experiences, and celebrate growth as readers every day. Several students have been especially excited about the new books because they finally found stories that feel just right for them.\r\n\r\nOne student who was previously hesitant to read independently now eagerly chooses a book during every reading block and wants to share what happened in the story. Another student has become more confident sounding out words and is proud to read pages aloud to classmates. Seeing students develop both skill and excitement for reading has been one of the greatest gifts of this donation. Your generosity is helping ensure that my students have access to engaging books all summer long, and that continued access can make a tremendous difference in helping young readers maintain and grow their skills. Thank you for investing in their futures and helping them discover the joy of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1773869583365,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-exploring-worlds/10158703/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages, Exploring Worlds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hundley-Dixon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3346527_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1459819048855","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3346527"},{"teacherId":2660297,"projectId":10131085,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing headphones for our students during the GA Milestones assessment. These headphones have made a meaningful difference in helping students focus and fully access the test. Many of our assessments include audio components, and the headphones allow students to clearly hear directions, passages, and questions without distractions. For my students, especially those who benefit from a structured and supportive environment, having their own headphones creates a calm, focused space that supports comprehension and confidence during testing.\r\nWhen the headphones were first introduced, students were excited and immediately eager to use them. What stood out most was how engaged and focused they became during practice sessions. The ability to control their listening experience made them feel more independent and confident. One student who often struggles with attention was able to stay on task for a much longer period of time, proudly completing activities with minimal redirection. Another student shared that the headphones helped \"block out noise,\" making it easier to understand what was being asked.\r\nMoving forward, we will continue to use the headphones not only for testing but also during daily instruction for listening activities, reading support, and technology-based learning programs. This project has helped remove barriers and provided equitable access to important digital tools. Because of your support, our students are more confident, more focused, and better prepared to show what they truly know.","fullyFundedDate":1773613852517,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-to-help-students-focus-and-su/10131085/","projectTitle":"Headphones to Help Students Focus and Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. D.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2660297_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519303277942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/p-dhanasekaran"},{"teacherId":2660297,"projectId":10157670,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Compassion Project! Because of your generosity, my students were able to create meaningful bracelets and beautiful flower bouquets to raise funds for our Music Club's opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall. As students worked together, they carefully designed bracelets and assembled bouquets, practicing teamwork, creativity, and responsibility. One special moment stood out when a student proudly shared, \"I made this to help our music group go to New York!\"—showing their growing understanding of compassion and purpose through giving.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were immediately excited and eager to get started. Many of them could not wait to choose colors, beads, and flowers, and their faces lit up with joy as they realized they were creating something meaningful for others. For my students, especially those who benefit from hands-on and structured learning, this project provided an opportunity to build fine motor skills, follow directions, and express themselves in a positive and meaningful way.\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue expanding this project by organizing sales, practicing communication skills, and presenting their work to others to raise awareness for the Music Club's journey. This experience has inspired them to think about how their actions can make a difference in their school community. Your support has not only helped fund a meaningful goal, but it has also empowered my students to learn compassion, teamwork, and the joy of giving.","fullyFundedDate":1775498775333,"projectUrl":"project/playing-with-purpose-compassion-through/10157670/","projectTitle":"Playing With Purpose: Compassion Through Music at Carnegie Hall","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. D.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2660297_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519303277942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/p-dhanasekaran"},{"teacherId":6199207,"projectId":10132729,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of a class set of headphones with microphones. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are truly grateful.\r\nThese headphones have greatly enhanced our students' learning experiences. Students are now able to fully engage in digital lessons, literacy activities, and interactive programs without distractions. The built-in microphones have been especially valuable for speaking practice, recording responses, and participating in virtual learning activities with confidence.\r\nMost importantly, this donation has helped create a more focused, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where every student has the tools they need to succeed. The students were so excited to use the headphones and immediately understood how special it was that someone cared enough to support their learning.\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our students' success. Your generosity truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1773621869465,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-headphones/10132729/","projectTitle":"Headphones Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. E","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6199207_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548038585265","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/superkizs"},{"teacherId":6918340,"projectId":9917260,"letterContent":"Thanks again for your support to \"Bundle Up!\" Students were happy to receive coats for the winter season. Students with coats that were too small or torn exchanged them for new ones that they could happily bundle up in!\r\n\r\nAll the coats have not yet been dispensed and part of the class project. The remaining coats are now part of the \"Clothing Closet\". This donation is one that will continue to give to students in need. As the next winter season approaches students in need of coats and other items will have a resource already available to them.","fullyFundedDate":1767237476518,"projectUrl":"project/bundle-up/9917260/","projectTitle":"Bundle Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Endsley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6918340_orig.jpg?crop=1723,1723,x1300,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682607899091","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6918340"},{"teacherId":2660297,"projectId":10036301,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to purchase math and learning books for my students. Because of your support, my classroom now has engaging resources that directly support students with diverse learning needs and learning styles.\r\nThe geometry books for third grade are helping students build foundational skills by exploring shapes, spatial reasoning, and real-world problem solving in a hands-on and meaningful way. The addition, subtraction, and multiplication fact books are allowing students to strengthen their number sense, improve fluency, and gain confidence through repeated practice and visual supports. These resources are especially impactful for students who benefit from structured, explicit instruction and opportunities to practice skills at their own pace.\r\nThe summer activities books are also incredibly valuable. They provide students with continued academic engagement outside of the school year, helping to reduce learning loss and keep skills fresh while still making learning fun and accessible. Families can use these books to reinforce skills at home, creating a strong connection between school and home learning.\r\nBecause of you, my students have access to high-quality materials that support growth, confidence, and independence in math. Your generosity is helping them build skills that will carry over into the classroom and beyond. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1773245805809,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-learning/10036301/","projectTitle":"Books for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. D.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2660297_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519303277942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/p-dhanasekaran"},{"teacherId":2660297,"projectId":9794247,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our special classroom!\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students now have hands-on tools that are making learning and self-regulation more accessible every day. We use the wall chart and ten-frames during math lessons to help students visualize numbers and build confidence with counting, addition, and subtraction. These visual supports have helped students better explain their thinking and stay engaged during small-group instruction.\r\nThe sensory bottles have become a calming favorite. Students use them during transitions or when they feel overwhelmed, helping them reset and refocus. The batteries ensure our learning tools and timers work consistently, and the cleaning supplies help us maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.\r\nWhen the materials arrived, students were excited and eager to explore. Seeing their smiles as they used the tools right away reminded me how impactful these resources truly are.\r\nNext, students will continue strengthening math skills using ten-frames for more complex problems while practicing self-regulation strategies with the sensory tools. Your support is helping my students grow academically and emotionally.\r\nThank you for making a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768940589208,"projectUrl":"project/our-special-classroom/9794247/","projectTitle":"Our Special Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. D.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2660297_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519303277942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/p-dhanasekaran"},{"teacherId":4443915,"projectId":8999771,"letterContent":"I thank you for supplying the items for this project. I was able to show the students that I am not alone in supporting them as they work to obtain an education. The students were able to focus on their academics and not on their lunch time. The studnets said that it was easier for them to learn in class because they knew they did not have to worry about an empty stomach.\r\n\r\nMost of the students in this school are between homes and do not always have to oppertunity to choose on eating the health snacks that you provided. I sincerely thank you for helping me support the students.","fullyFundedDate":1734070896246,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-your-stomach-fuel-your-brain-part/8999771/","projectTitle":"Fuel Your Stomach, Fuel Your Brain Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dinkins - Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4443915_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y88&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733853246443","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4443915"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_48730","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":462,"numTeachers":47,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":23,"percentBlack":62,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":7,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"9.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":25.9,"schoolId":48730,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Dunaire Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Dunaire Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/dekalb-county-school-district/dunaire-elementary-school/48730"}