{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Alessandro Volta Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":28.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10181385,"projectId":9608192,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project! As a first year teacher I am still figuring out what I need in terms of materials and setting up this project definitely helped me figure that out. AFter receiving all these amterials, instruction is going a lot smoother and they now have visual aids for both social science and ELA instrcution. For example, now I am able to use my mini chart papers to write our weekly spelling words for them to see. It is much easier to teach them the particular phonics lessons when they have a reference to look at that ill be there until the test. Now, they do not have to worry about losing their spelling words list because I can use my chart paper to their advantage!\r\n\r\nI was so excited to chose what I needed to make my ideal classroom and my students were excited to see it as well! As soon as I received my alphabet strips, world map, and motivational posters I put them up! The kids were happy that they had new decoration in the classroom and it mad ethem feel more at home. They were also extremely excited to see that I gained a plethora of new books for our library, especially ones that they have been asking me about since the ebginning of the year. Now, I hear less chatter during silent reading due to their excitement to read these books!","fullyFundedDate":1758839652204,"projectUrl":"project/making-social-science-fun-and-interactiv/9608192/","projectTitle":"Making Social Science Fun and Interactive!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mouroukos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10181385"},{"teacherId":130681,"projectId":9335260,"letterContent":"The students at Volta had seen basic robots before in class, but they were so excited to see something as advanced as this. They are learning how to code the robot so they can compete in a robotic competition in December. \r\n\r\nWhen we opened up the boxes with the robots, the students got so excited. They opened up the Spike website and followed the tutorial on how to build a basic robot and did an amazing job. The very first day they used the robots, they created their own competition to see which team could make it do something unique. One team made it draw a circle and the other team taught it how to use the distance sensor. \r\n\r\nEveryone was engaged and excited about the work. Thank you so much for helping bring this amazing experience to life.","fullyFundedDate":1753896728302,"projectUrl":"project/robotics-team/9335260/","projectTitle":"Robotics Team","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bolek","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp130681_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1559246508371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/130681"},{"teacherId":10034008,"projectId":9452498,"letterContent":"Our flexible seatings chair arrived just in time for the 1st day of school. Many walked in the classroom in awe of the cool chairs they get to use in the classroom. We spent the first couple of weeks exploring how flexible seating works, why it supports our brains and bodies, and how it helps us learn in different ways. \r\n\r\nStudents who usually struggled to stay seated during independent work were able to settle in, focus, and stay engaged for longer periods of time. Now, as students rotate through reading, writing, and math stations, they are able to take ownership over their learning by choosing a space that works for their bodies and brains.\r\n\r\nThank you again for bringing this vision to life. Your generosity changed the way learning feels in our classroom. You have made our space calmer, cozier, and more inclusive, and my students are growing because of it. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1754365935270,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/9452498/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parajado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10034008"},{"teacherId":2444103,"projectId":8328008,"letterContent":"As students prepared to celebrate the end of a wonderful Kindergarten year 2024 they also celebrated exceptional teamwork and learning throughout the year. With your support we were able to finish off the year full of great surprises. From the bottom of my heart, I thank you for all your contributions and support to be able to celebrate my Kindergarten students. Your generosity brought many smiles as students enjoyed snacks and great company by their fellow classmates. They also worked very hard on family gifts by capturing their best learning using a picture frame. Thank you again for your continuous support.","fullyFundedDate":1714718162318,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-celebration-part-2/8328008/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Celebration Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2444103_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485322137326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marisol"},{"teacherId":10247805,"projectId":9696401,"letterContent":"We just finished our unit on Microbiome and will be focusing on Metabolism next. To help my students with different modalities and ELLs/DLs master concepts explored and help connect to the next unit they had opportunities to engage in stations where they reviews and extended concepts. \r\nWhen I introduced materials and presented them with explaining how they will engage in using and exploring them through stations they were delighted and jumping up and down. They spent three days visiting all stations and interacting with the material and completing packet focused on questions to be answered using materials and their knowledge and concepts obtained so far in our unit. Also, they will have lots of background knowledge to apply in the next upcoming unit. \r\nMy students are so grateful for your kindness and contribution in making their learning and experience in a science class more interesting, interactive, and enjoyable.","fullyFundedDate":1757539884945,"projectUrl":"project/scientists-in-action/9696401/","projectTitle":"Scientists in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Duheric","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10247805"},{"teacherId":10068685,"projectId":9442337,"letterContent":"My heart is so full from your donation.\r\nThe students are so focused using the rubber bands on the bottom of the chairs. The tennis balls is a great noise cancellation when some chairs have to get moved. \r\nOur favorite is the Bubble fish lamp. It cancels noise and allows the students to stay focused for longer periods of time on their tasks. The Buble fish lamp is the most exciting product to my students. It encourages students to complete their tasks my helping stay focused on the task in front of them. We are so grateful. Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1755702909549,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-teacher/9442337/","projectTitle":"First Year Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Anaguano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10068685"},{"teacherId":2444103,"projectId":7971834,"letterContent":"Students using these STEM materials has really sparked their curiosity and motivation to continue to expand their learning. For example, recreating the different structures for the 3 little pigs, not only does it refine students fine motor skills, but also provides opportunities for problem solving with other peers, promotes language/discussion and critical thinking. Puzzles and art materials have also played an integral role for students in creating their own art and working with other peers as they solve puzzles. Thank you so much for providing these and many more opportunities for Kindergartners each year with the use of a variety of STEM materials.","fullyFundedDate":1703445561291,"projectUrl":"project/stem-for-kindergarten/7971834/","projectTitle":"STEM For Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2444103_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485322137326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marisol"},{"teacherId":10038553,"projectId":9364582,"letterContent":"My students have extended their learning well into the summer with the supplies you funded. The look of joy in their faces and the impatience to jump right gave me such joy to see. \r\n\r\nThey bubbles served as scientific research exploring physics, force and motion. They also served as a source of physical education as they chased bubbles and jumped for joy. \r\n\r\nThe play doh gave them artistic freedom and an important social emotional release as they worked their way through the summer. All items funded were appreciated and used!","fullyFundedDate":1748533420358,"projectUrl":"project/iready-test-requirements-reached/9364582/","projectTitle":"iReady Test Requirements Reached","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10038553"},{"teacherId":443109,"projectId":9188596,"letterContent":"It is with a great smile in my face and a warm heart feeling that I want to share with you the impact of your donation to my students and their parents. First let me tell you about the excitement and happiness in my student's faces as they saw the items come out of the box. It was as if they were getting a Christmas present before Christmas. They were ready to jump in and begin using the items. Which led to drawing and writing thank you notes. The gifts were given to students as they received their preschool certificates and parents were very happy and thankful for such wonderful gifts. As soon as students received their gifts, they open them and began using it. I can tell you that students have been busy this summer as I continue to receive pictures shared by parents of students using their buckets, sunglasses and as I see them in the school grounds using the chalk they received. Thank you so much for proving my students with the funds needed to carry this project and provide my preschoolers with such a wonderful and unforgettable experience.","fullyFundedDate":1746789730733,"projectUrl":"project/unforgettable-summer-gifts/9188596/","projectTitle":"Unforgettable Summer Gifts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp443109_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474788858104","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dsgarcia"},{"teacherId":10034008,"projectId":9350784,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our kindergarteners were able to end their school year with a celebration filled with joy, creativity, and pride. The tie-dye and tote bag decorating activities became more than just art projects—they were opportunities for students to express themselves in meaningful ways. Each child glowed with pride as they created something unique, turning plain shirts and bags into vibrant symbols of their accomplishments. These keepsakes will serve as lasting reminders of how far they've come—from learning to read and write to becoming thoughtful friends and community members.\r\n\r\nThis celebration gave our students a strong, positive memory to close out the school year. For many of them, this was their first experience being recognized in such a personal and creative way. The simple act of decorating a bag to hold their graduation gift made the moment feel truly special Your contribution helped create a joyful milestone that will continue to inspire them as they head into first grade. Thank you for helping us honor their journey and send them off with love, confidence, and pride.","fullyFundedDate":1747356602151,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-year-celebration/9350784/","projectTitle":"End of Year Celebration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parajado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10034008"},{"teacherId":443109,"projectId":9135406,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for proving my preschool students with the opportunity to take home unique memorabilia. Having the opportunity to create their own picture frames by painting canvases, making their own shirts that connect their experiences to their favorite character and having the opportunity to take home unique memorabilia of their friends is an experience that they will carry in their hearts for ever. I am so happy to be able to provide such unique gifts and it would not had been possible without your help. Thank you so much for proving me with the possibility to carry on such a great project for my students. \r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Garcia","fullyFundedDate":1742408426508,"projectUrl":"project/precious-prekindergarten-memorabilia/9135406/","projectTitle":"Precious Prekindergarten Memorabilia","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp443109_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474788858104","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dsgarcia"},{"teacherId":9922726,"projectId":9111505,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution. The students were excited when the light table and manipulatives arrived! They were in shocked and their eyes lit up, as they explored with shapes, colors and patterns. The materials encouraged students curiosity, creativity and collaboration. It has been amazing watching the enjoyment and engagement the light table brings to our classroom. \r\n\r\nThe light table has become a popular center in the classroom. Students have had the chance to explore translucent letters and numbers, and engage in sensory play. The light table provides endless opportunities for hands on learning. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1742949030482,"projectUrl":"project/manipulatives-and-hands-on-activities/9111505/","projectTitle":"Manipulatives and Hands-On Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9922726"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5467","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":738,"numTeachers":43,"percentFrplEligible":89,"percentAsian":24,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":64,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"17.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":71.9,"schoolId":5467,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Alessandro Volta Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Alessandro Volta Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/alessandro-volta-elementary-school/5467"}