{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Benefield Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":45.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8276153,"projectId":9792166,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to a worthy cause! My \"Enthusiastic Readers\" were given a chance to enjoy reading new books. My students were excited to see those books; they had an opportunity to read some of the books independently and some with a partner. Each day, I was able to read one of the books as a read-aloud. \r\n\r\n Our Interactive Read Aloud time was one of our favorite times of the day. I used this time to incorporate different reading skills/ strategies into my read-aloud. Students had an opportunity to identify the character(s) and setting(s) in each book. They could retell the story by using major key details. Also, students could compare and contrast different books that were previously read to them. This was a fun time where the students and I could have a great conversation about the book and the details in it.\r\n\r\n During my reading block, you will hear or see students reading books or poems aloud with a partner. You will also see a few students silently reading independently. Some students would be drawing a picture and writing a sentence about their book. With your help, students are now more engaged and eager to listen and read more stories from a variety of authors. Receiving these new materials has taken our reading block to the next level. Thank you for all of your support!\"","fullyFundedDate":1759767379990,"projectUrl":"project/enthusiastic-readers/9792166/","projectTitle":"Enthusiastic Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hasan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8276153"},{"teacherId":9457660,"projectId":9045605,"letterContent":"My students have really enjoyed using the new resources in our classroom. We've been using them during small group activities to support early literacy and hands-on learning. One of my favorite moments was watching my students work together to match letters and sounds using the new materials. they were so proud of themselves when they got it right!\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to explore and kept asking, \"Can we play with these today?\" It was such a joyful moment to see how eager they were to learn.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll continue using these materials to build on letter recognition, fine motor skills, and early reading comprehension. These tools are helping my students gain confidence and stay engaged while learning. I'm so grateful for the support that makes these experiences possible.","fullyFundedDate":1746785458996,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-tools-to-help-little-learners-t/9045605/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Tools to Help Little Learners Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simmons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9457660_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707078298017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9457660"},{"teacherId":7795189,"projectId":9099262,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating towards a worthy cause! My students enjoy being scientists, historians, and inspiring readers in Kindergarten. They are excited to see the new Scholastic Weekly Readers enter our classroom monthly. Each student has an opportunity to learn several topics in the World of Science and Social Studies. Every Monday, students take a new Weekly Reader magazine home to read with their family. On the back of their Weekly Reader, students can complete the activity with their family.\r\n\r\nFor the beginning of the school year, students have been learning routines and procedures for the classroom. The Scholastic Weekly Reader for this week focused on what happens when students arrive to school each morning. The magazine gave my students a refresher when it came to remembering our morning routines. \r\n\r\nIn my classroom, you will hear and see motivated learners working as a collaborative team. Students are asking questions and searching for the answers to their questions. My students and I are very thankful for your help with this project. Receiving these Scholastic Weekly Readers have taken our reading curiosity to the next level. Once again, thank you for all of your support!","fullyFundedDate":1740503090273,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-young-readers/9099262/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7795189"},{"teacherId":10059283,"projectId":9422295,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping create a beautiful and welcoming classroom environment! Because of your contribution, I was able to thoughtfully set up a space that is not only organized and inviting, but also inspiring and conducive to learning. When students walked into the classroom for Open House, their faces lit up with excitement. Many of them couldn't stop smiling as they explored the room, pointing out their favorite decorations and cozy corners.\r\n\r\nParents were equally moved by the setup. Several families commented on how warm, calming, and student-centered the classroom felt. It gave them a sense of comfort knowing their children would be spending their days in such a positive and nurturing space. Even our school administrators took notice and expressed how impressed they were with how purposeful and beautiful the classroom looked. Your support made this all possible, and I'm incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1751047384434,"projectUrl":"project/first-classroom/9422295/","projectTitle":"First Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Francis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10059283_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750344914678","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059283"},{"teacherId":9457660,"projectId":8848343,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been filled with new excitement and energy. The sensory tiles you provided have truly transformed how my students engage with their environment. The moment the tiles were unboxed, their eyes lit up with curiosity and joy. They immediately wanted to touch, step on, and explore each tile, it was as if they had discovered a new world beneath their feet.\r\n\r\nOne of the most memorable moments so far was during our sensory exploration time. A student who typically struggles with transitions became completely focused as he walked across the tiles, watching the colors shift and feeling the textures under his shoes. It was a calming and regulating experience for him, and it allowed for a smoother transition into our next activity. The sensory tiles have become a daily part of our routine, whether we're using them for movement breaks, emotion regulation, or simply joyful exploration, they've quickly become one of the most loved features in the classroom.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to incorporate the sensory tiles into our lessons on color recognition, spatial awareness, and even early science concepts like cause and effect. These tiles are more than just a classroom tool. They're a bridge to learning, regulation, and inclusion. Thank you for giving my students the gift of meaningful sensory experiences. Your kindness is making a lasting impact every single day. in addition, thank you for helping overall with my classroom calm down corner including all the wonderful social emotional books and the rug to make it more relaxing!","fullyFundedDate":1735508090987,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-support-and-comfortability/8848343/","projectTitle":"Sensory Support and Comfortability","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simmons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9457660_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707078298017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9457660"},{"teacherId":1887303,"projectId":9015631,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project to bring our computer science projects to life. My classroom is project based and the students use the computer to complete most of their projects. Our issue was we only had a black and white printer for our classroom. The students would be disappointed because they would put so much effort into their projects online, but everyone else wasn't able to see all the details because we could only do black and white. Additionally, some times I would need to print out handouts for my smaller students to complete a project online but they couldn't fully understand because my expectations were one thing but their visual was in black and white.\r\n\r\nStudents now have color images of their work hanging in the classroom and hallways and have so much joy and pride being able to see their work in color. The students have also had an opportunity to be able to plug their devices into the printer and learn how to print from their computer as well, something that they weren't doing before because our school computer is on a network and only adults have access to it.\r\n\r\n All of the students have benefited from using the printer. They have been able to print out certificates when finishing a lesson, print color pictures to add to their projects, and see a display of students working in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1736269593601,"projectUrl":"project/computer-science-in-color-with-a-color-p/9015631/","projectTitle":"Computer Science in Color with a color printer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nakeia Barber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1887303_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752083073318","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1887303"},{"teacherId":9789193,"projectId":8853050,"letterContent":"My students and I can't express how thankful we are for our new resources! When we unboxed out materials , they were all so happy and excited to know these resources are now available to them! \r\n Our new book buddies and flexible seating will increase our reading enagement and enhance our reading skills! Our Bingo games can now be used during recess or as early finishers ! The TPT Gift Card will be used to purchase a lot of worksheets, anchor charts , and other resources for the classroom! \r\n Once again , we appreciate you for helping and supporting us with our new materials! We are ready to grow and expand our learning skills! Thank you !","fullyFundedDate":1740502855602,"projectUrl":"project/get-ready-for-kindergarten/8853050/","projectTitle":"Get Ready for Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Z","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9789193"},{"teacherId":7795189,"projectId":8784760,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating towards a worthy cause! My students' faces lit up when they saw the plethora of materials for them. They were excited to see the new pillows, stuffed animals, and books. Each student has an opportunity to choose their own pillow to sit on while reading books at the AIR (Accountable Independent Reading) center and Fluency center (Partner Reading). The pillows provide extra comfort on the floor for each student instead of sitting on the uncomfortable, hard floor. Also, students have an opportunity to choose a stuffed animal to use for a reading buddy if needed. When the class has indoor recess, several students love to play with the stuffed animals as an activity. \r\n\r\nIn my classroom, you will hear and see motivated learners working hard on different reading skills. Students are asking questions and searching for answers to their questions independently and with a partner. Receiving these new materials has given my students' a new feeling towards Reading. They are so excited when it's time to participate in Literacy centers. My students continuously show good progress towards meeting their Kindergarten goals, especially in Reading. Without your support, my students would have limited resources to use inside my classroom to support their learning. Thank you again for supporting my class and contributing to this worthwhile project!","fullyFundedDate":1727455098642,"projectUrl":"project/embracing-the-joy-of-reading/8784760/","projectTitle":"Embracing the Joy of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7795189"},{"teacherId":7891616,"projectId":8836294,"letterContent":"Dear [Donors],\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your incredible generosity in supporting our equity and literacy project on DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, we were able to expand our classroom library with books that reflect the diverse experiences, cultures, and identities of each and every student. These additions have made a profound difference, helping our students feel seen and valued in their reading materials. It has been inspiring to watch their excitement as they discover stories that resonate with their lives and open their minds to new perspectives.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only enriched our library but also sparked a greater love for reading in our classroom. Students are now more eager to pick up a book, share their thoughts, and engage in meaningful discussions about the stories they read. This growth in enthusiasm and confidence as readers would not have been possible without your generosity. Thank you for believing in the power of representation and for making such a lasting impact on our students' learning and self-awareness and social awareness.","fullyFundedDate":1728265619278,"projectUrl":"project/our-library-grows-because-of-you/8836294/","projectTitle":"Our Library Grows Because of YOU","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tosto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7891616_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657948430690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-tosto"},{"teacherId":7891616,"projectId":8504399,"letterContent":"Dear [Donors],\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom project on DonorsChoose. Your contributions made it possible for our students to access the art supplies they needed to express themselves creatively and share their unique perspectives. This opportunity would not have been possible without your kindness and belief in the importance of fostering creativity in education. Seeing our students' faces light up as they explored new mediums and techniques has been an absolute joy, and we are incredibly grateful for the role you played in making this happen.\r\n\r\nYour donation has had a profound impact on our students' ability to develop their artistic voices. These supplies have not only enhanced their creativity but also given them a sense of confidence and pride as they share their work with their peers and our community. Thank you for believing in our students and their potential. We are deeply appreciative of your support, and we look forward to sharing the incredible art they create thanks to your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1726742578488,"projectUrl":"project/books-on-books/8504399/","projectTitle":"Books On Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tosto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7891616_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657948430690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-tosto"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_49637","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1209,"numTeachers":93,"percentFrplEligible":82,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":26,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":57,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":54.6,"schoolId":49637,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Benefield Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Benefield Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/gwinnett-county-public-schools/benefield-elementary-school/49637"}