{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Central Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":31.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4118972,"projectId":10179811,"letterContent":"The books provided through DonorsChoose have had a tremendous impact on my fourth-grade classroom. Having access to a wider variety of engaging, high-interest books has helped foster a stronger love of reading among my students. Many students are now excited to choose books that match their interests and reading levels, which has increased their motivation to read independently. The new books have also allowed me to provide more opportunities for students to explore different genres, topics, and perspectives, helping them become more confident and enthusiastic readers.\r\n\r\nIn addition to increasing engagement, these books have supported important literacy skills. Students are spending more time reading, discussing texts, and applying comprehension strategies during lessons and independent reading. As a result, I have seen growth in students' vocabulary, fluency, and reading comprehension. The availability of appealing texts has been especially beneficial for reluctant readers, who are now more willing to participate in reading activities and conversations about books.\r\n\r\nThe generosity of DonorsChoose donors has created a richer learning environment where students can develop both academic skills and a lifelong appreciation for reading. The excitement on students' faces when they discover a new favorite book is a daily reminder of the difference these donations have made. Thank you for helping provide resources that inspire, challenge, and support every learner in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1776260001817,"projectUrl":"project/from-robots-to-real-heroes-books-that-i/10179811/","projectTitle":"From Robots to Real Heroes: Books that Inspire Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4118972"},{"teacherId":9727258,"projectId":9986940,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of snacks, fidgets, and reward-based items to support our students. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact on our ability to encourage positive behaviors and help children build healthy emotional regulation skills.\r\n\r\nThese items are more than just rewards—they serve as important tools that motivate students to make positive choices, stay engaged, and practice self-control. For many of our students, especially those who struggle with attention and emotional regulation, having access to these supports can make a significant difference in their daily success.\r\n\r\nYour contribution helps create a nurturing environment where students feel encouraged, supported, and empowered to grow both socially and emotionally. We truly appreciate your commitment to helping our students thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1774298898299,"projectUrl":"project/small-rewards-for-growing-minds/9986940/","projectTitle":"Small Rewards for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Keela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9727258"},{"teacherId":9395209,"projectId":9737003,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to help us build our new cup stacking unit. We have used the cups various times and been able to learn basic speed stacking skills and working to improve timing with our timing mats. I have a second grade student who asks multiple times when we will get the cups out again and has even purchased their own speed stacks and timing mat at home. \r\n\r\nWhen we first used the cups, it was during our Panther Party. Students got very excited to first build and create their own type of stacks. In conjunction with the cups, we pulled out our large buckets to give students choices of how to build and what materials they used. We have since learned the stacking basics and how to speed stack which has brought out the competitive side of all my students!","fullyFundedDate":1765325145074,"projectUrl":"project/speed-stacking-in-pe/9737003/","projectTitle":"Speed Stacking in PE","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tzenevrakis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9395209"},{"teacherId":8988551,"projectId":9568589,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. Our school uses a house system to encourage positive behavior and teamwork, and students who work hard earn special rewards. Because of your kindness, those rewards now include sitting at our new tall tables and chairs. The moment the students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They laughed, giggled, and couldn't wait for their turn to sit with their chosen friends. These tables instantly became something our students look forward to earning each day.\r\n\r\nWe are already using the tables during lunches, discussions, and collaborative activities. Students feel proud when they earn the opportunity to sit there, and it has helped motivate them to stay focused and engaged. The tables create a fun, welcoming space where students can connect with classmates while still working productively.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue using the tall tables as part of our house system rewards while integrating them into upcoming lessons that focus on teamwork and communication. Your donation has truly made a difference in our classroom environment and has brought so much joy to our students. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping to make school an exciting place to learn—we are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1756118545515,"projectUrl":"project/house-pride-seats-rewarding-good-choice/9568589/","projectTitle":"House Pride Seats: Rewarding Good Choices","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ingalls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8988551_orig.jpg?crop=175,175,x0,y17&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731436864303","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8988551"},{"teacherId":4118972,"projectId":9118432,"letterContent":"Our glow party materials have brought so much excitement and joy to our classroom as we celebrated the many \"glows\" of the year. We used the lights, glow sticks, and neon decorations to transform our room into a bright, energetic celebration space where students could rotate through different stations highlighting their achievements—glowing writing pieces, glowing math goals, and glowing acts of kindness. One of the most memorable moments was watching students proudly show one another their work under the black lights, amazed at how their accomplishments truly \"lit up.\"\r\n\r\nWhen students first walked in and saw the room glowing, their reactions were priceless. They gasped, cheered, and immediately started pointing out all the colorful lights and glowing decorations. Many said it felt like stepping into a celebration made just for them. The excitement created a perfect atmosphere to honor their hard work and growth.\r\n\r\nAs we continue with our end-of-year projects, the glow party has set a positive tone for reflection and celebration. Our next steps include creating student \"Glow Portfolios,\" where they will highlight strengths, set goals, and celebrate the bright spots of their learning journey. The glow materials helped us kick off this process in a fun, meaningful way, and the students are already looking forward to adding more accomplishments to their portfolios in the weeks to come.","fullyFundedDate":1740652448250,"projectUrl":"project/room-transformation-to-celebrate-this-ye/9118432/","projectTitle":"Room Transformation to Celebrate This Year’s “Glows”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4118972"},{"teacherId":4118972,"projectId":9145699,"letterContent":"Our new Power Pens have quickly become one of the most loved tools in our classroom. We use them daily during our math and literacy stations, and they've been especially helpful during our review of area, perimeter, and multi-step problem solving. One of my favorite moments was watching a small group work through a challenging set of task cards together—each student took turns using the pen to check their work, and the instant feedback sparked great discussion about strategies and mistakes. The pens have truly made independent practice more engaging, interactive, and confidence-building.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they were absolutely thrilled. The room filled with excitement, and several students even gasped when they realized the pens \"talked\" and would tell them if their answers were correct. A few students said it felt like having \"a mini teacher\" helping them at their table. It was one of those moments where you could see how something small can make learning feel magical.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're working on strengthening our problem-solving and reading comprehension skills across subjects, and the Power Pens are becoming a key part of that process. They allow students to self-check their work and get immediate feedback, which frees me to work more closely with small groups. Our next steps include creating rotating station activities where students can choose Power Pen tasks that match their learning goals—whether that's multi-digit multiplication, nonfiction text features, or vocabulary practice. The pens are helping students take more ownership of their learning as we move into more challenging units.","fullyFundedDate":1742166611637,"projectUrl":"project/power-pen-interactive-activities/9145699/","projectTitle":"Power Pen Interactive Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4118972"},{"teacherId":8974536,"projectId":9747659,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when they saw the brand-new Bouncy Bands attached to their desks! The Bouncy Bands are used daily and have become a valued part of our classroom environment. We plan to continue incorporating movement and mindfulness strategies in the classroom. Because of you, this project was made possible. Thank you for helping create a learning space that truly supports every child's needs and allows them to thrive both academically and emotionally. Your generosity is so appreciated. Thank you again for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1760108908945,"projectUrl":"project/focused-and-flexible-supporting-student/9747659/","projectTitle":"Focused and Flexible: Supporting Student Success with Fidget Bands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hildebrand","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8974536"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_25614","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":74,"numTeachers":19,"percentFrplEligible":44,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":93,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - K","studentTeacherRatio":"3.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":68.2,"schoolId":25614,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Central Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Central Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/central-cusd-3/central-elementary-school/25614"}