{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Beard Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":25.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":410598,"projectId":10378093,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Better Communication, Brighter Futures project! Thanks to your generosity, we can share engaging, easy-to-read digital newsletters that keep our families informed, connected, and involved in their children's educational experiences.\r\n\r\nThe Smore newsletter platform allows us to share important announcements, upcoming events, classroom highlights, and family engagement opportunities in one convenient location. With built-in translation features, we can better support our diverse families and help ensure that important information is accessible to everyone.\r\n\r\nThis resource has strengthened our home-school connections and allows us to build meaningful partnerships with families that support student success both at school and at home. Your generosity is making a difference for our students, families, and the entire Beard Elementary School community!","fullyFundedDate":1787158170794,"projectUrl":"project/better-communication-brighter-futures/10378093/","projectTitle":"Better Communication, Brighter Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Abbie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp410598_orig.png?crop=1800,1800,x0,y456&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740532041784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/aermis"},{"teacherId":410598,"projectId":10542928,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping our little learners make BIG moves! These new gross motor and sensory materials will make a meaningful difference in our preschool students' daily learning experiences. Our students learn best through movement, hands-on exploration, and play, and these resources will provide exciting opportunities to build strength, balance, coordination, motor planning, and body awareness.\r\n\r\nFor our students with disabilities, movement is about so much more than physical development. These activities also support sensory regulation, confidence, communication, independence, and social interaction. As students jump, throw, catch, balance, crawl, and play together, they will practice following directions, taking turns, cooperating with peers, and celebrating their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nThese materials will be incorporated into our weekly movement classes, creating engaging and inclusive opportunities for every child to participate, learn, and grow at their own pace. Your generosity is helping us create an environment where our youngest learners can develop essential life skills, discover new abilities, and experience the joy of learning through movement.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping them build stronger bodies, more confident minds, and a lifelong love of learning!","fullyFundedDate":1789609804369,"projectUrl":"project/big-moves-for-little-learners/10542928/","projectTitle":"Big Moves for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Abbie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp410598_orig.png?crop=1800,1800,x0,y456&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740532041784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/aermis"},{"teacherId":639153,"projectId":10356293,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project. Sometimes when we are little (and big too) it is really hard to sit still and give our body a rest. These fidgets have proven to be a welcome addition to quiet time for our students that have a hard time settling down their body. The variety is nice also as it lets the students choose exactly which fidget they would like for the day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for donating and supporting the work the students are doing in the classroom. We could not do it without you!","fullyFundedDate":1788959212098,"projectUrl":"project/fidgit-toys-for-quiet-time/10356293/","projectTitle":"Fidgit Toys for Quiet Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Van Pelt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp639153_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625430697270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michele-vanpelt"},{"teacherId":639153,"projectId":10380849,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project! The puzzles are a huge hit within the classroom. I choose these puzzles because not only because of the animals and season scenes, but they are challenging as well. While the pieces are bigger, the students are having to focus on the puzzles and how the shapes all fit together. This is a great opportunity for them to learn patience and persistence. They are also learning how to problem solve. All of these skills are important to have not only within the classroom but outside of the classroom as well.\r\n\r\nThank you again for donating and supporting the work the students are doing in the classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1789585161086,"projectUrl":"project/puzzles-for-pk/10380849/","projectTitle":"Puzzles for PK","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Van Pelt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp639153_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625430697270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michele-vanpelt"},{"teacherId":8171182,"projectId":6247367,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Your support has completely transformed our preschool classroom, touching every single part of our daily routine and creating a brighter, more engaging environment for our young learners.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom is filled with new opportunities for creativity, independence, and growth:\r\n\r\nBuilding Confidence Through Art: The vibrant new construction paper has fueled endless cutting practice and colorful craft projects. Thanks to the mounting tape, our walls are now covered in student artwork displayed right at their eye level. Seeing their work proudly showcased every day has given our preschoolers an undeniable boost in self-esteem and a strong sense of ownership in our room.\r\n\r\nMastering Turn-Taking & Transitions: The large sand timers have been an absolute hit! Our students loved the tiny timers we had before, but these giant visual timers make waiting for a turn feel like a game. They have dramatically smoothed out center transitions, encouraged fair sharing, and helped prevent frustration and tantrums during play.\r\n\r\nLearning Through Play: The new games have brought so much laughter and targeted learning to our center times. Whether practicing foundational math and literacy skills or learning about feelings and turn-taking, our students are building critical academic and social-emotional skills together.\r\n\r\nFostering Independence at Cleanup: The toy labels have turned clean-up time into a purposeful sorting activity. Our students can now independently categorize and return toys to their proper home, building organizational skills and taking pride in keeping our shared space tidy.\r\n\r\nYour generosity did more than just supply our room with materials—it created a space where 3- and 4-year-olds feel capable, celebrated, and excited to learn every day. Thank you for investing in our classroom community and making a lasting difference in the lives of these little learners!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1649079884720,"projectUrl":"project/games-for-educational-fun-labels-to-org/6247367/","projectTitle":"Games for Educational Fun! Labels to Organize the Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alsheikh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8171182_orig.jpg?crop=148,148,x11,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787682268915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alsheikh"},{"teacherId":8047864,"projectId":10348116,"letterContent":"Your donation has given all of our students something to look forward to. The Blue bee Pal has motivated many students to use AAC. Their faces light up when they see it's mouth move as they press the buttons. The 3D printer material is being used to make adapted material so that students with physical disabilities are able to access the same activities as their peers. I am also looking forward to using the mount and mounting tape to adapt materials for our students who need it. The migraine cap and helmet will allow students with sensory needs and trouble with self-regulation to benefit from the rest of the items along with their peers. \r\n The Speak and Spell, Leap Frog pad and dancing duck have been extremely motivating for students! Getting the visual and auditory feedback from engaging in these items has increased participation and encouraged curiosity during STEAM. Moving forward, as students gain more skills and confidence I am excited to introduce more complicated activities such as the coding robot and the translator pen for reading. These materials have been truly amazing and the level of engagement and joy would not be possible without your support.","fullyFundedDate":1788959228239,"projectUrl":"project/special-engineers/10348116/","projectTitle":"Special Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8047864_orig.png?crop=226,226,x18,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758823154519","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8047864"},{"teacherId":639153,"projectId":10356303,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project! These games have been a great addition to our classroom materials. Having new games within the classroom helps to encourage social/emotional learning which is such an important component of preschool learning. \r\n\r\nSo far, in using the games, we have noticed they are now taking turns and understand the concept of taking turns. They are asking other friends if they would like to play. They are following the rules of the game so it is fair play for everyone. Such important learning skills!","fullyFundedDate":1787179064989,"projectUrl":"project/games-for-pk/10356303/","projectTitle":"Games for PK","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Van Pelt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp639153_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625430697270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michele-vanpelt"},{"teacherId":3270243,"projectId":10443242,"letterContent":"These materials have already started to make a difference in our classroom. The chair rounds are great for our wiggly students. They are able to sit at the table and move without distracting peers.\r\n\r\nThe blue peanut has been helpful not only for our wiggly friends, but for our sensory seeking friends. It is light enough that they can carry it, bounce on it, roll on it or just feel the bumps. \r\n\r\nThe additional sensory items have been helpful for all the students in the classroom. They know they can grab what they need when they need them.","fullyFundedDate":1787176189897,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-our-pre-k-classroom-for-sensor/10443242/","projectTitle":"Equipping Our Pre-K Classroom for Sensory Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tanya Boyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3270243_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677543016474","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrstboyle98"},{"teacherId":1419965,"projectId":10032083,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom learning table project! Because of your generosity, our preschool students now have access to engaging literacy and math materials that make learning hands-on, meaningful, and fun.\r\nThe variety of materials has allowed us to meet the needs of all learners and provide opportunities for practice, discovery, and growth every day. Thank you for helping create an inviting space where our young learners can develop confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning. Your support has made a lasting impact on our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1778278482361,"projectUrl":"project/learning-table-for-math-and-literacy/10032083/","projectTitle":"Learning Table for Math and Literacy!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pamela Gaeding","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1419965_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1484759920999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gaeding"},{"teacherId":1419965,"projectId":10256046,"letterContent":"I would like to send a heartfelt thank you for supporting our Bead-utiful Bracelets project! Because of your generosity, our classroom received a wonderful variety of beads and beading materials that inspired creativity, learning, and joy every day.\r\n\r\nYour donation provided meaningful hands-on learning experiences while helping our young learners build confidence, creativity, and independence. Thank you for making such a positive impact on our classroom and for helping bring smiles to our students' faces every day!","fullyFundedDate":1778012759567,"projectUrl":"project/bead-utiful-bracelets/10256046/","projectTitle":"Bead-utiful Bracelets","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pamela Gaeding","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1419965_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1484759920999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gaeding"},{"teacherId":1256962,"projectId":10328021,"letterContent":"This new classroom rug will have a meaningful impact on my preschool students by providing a comfortable and inviting space for learning, circle time, storytelling, and collaborative play. It will help create a welcoming classroom environment where children can feel safe, connected, and ready to learn. The rug will also give students a designated space to practice listening, communication, social skills, and participation as a group. Thank you for helping make our classroom a warm and engaging place for our young learners!","fullyFundedDate":1787255988603,"projectUrl":"project/a-gathering-place-for-learning/10328021/","projectTitle":"A Gathering Place for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Halina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1256962_orig.jpg?crop=3318,3318,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646071463160","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1256962"},{"teacherId":8000501,"projectId":10328036,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donation. The new rugs have absolutely transformed my classroom. The library area is super cozy and inviting now. My students love sitting on the floor together looking at books. The other rug is near building area with blocks, animals, trucks and so much more. The students enough sitting there as well as they work and play together. \r\n\r\nI am so excited to have these rugs that my students can use as they learn throughout the classroom. These rugs are such high quality and I know they will be used for many years as more child learn and grow in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1787187692958,"projectUrl":"project/soft-spots-for-smart-starts-new-rugs/10328036/","projectTitle":"Soft Spots for Smart Starts: New Rugs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Angela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8000501_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629432665257","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/angela111"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5311","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":391,"numTeachers":17,"percentFrplEligible":36,"percentAsian":14,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":34,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":37,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"Not specified","studentTeacherRatio":"23.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":74.5,"schoolId":5311,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Beard Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Beard Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/beard-school/5311"}