{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Chopin Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9712480,"projectId":9077479,"letterContent":"Technology has become a powerful tool in our classroom, especially for supporting students who struggle with reading. One of the most impactful resources we've implemented is a program called Amira, an AI-based reading assistant that helps students improve their reading fluency and comprehension. Amira listens to students read aloud, provides real-time feedback, and tailors practice to their individual needs. This allows each student to work at their own pace and receive personalized instruction that builds both confidence and skill. For many of my students, using Amira has made reading feel less intimidating and more achievable.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part of this new technology for my students has been the addition of high-quality headphones. These have made a huge difference in how they experience the program. With their own set of headphones, students are able to focus without distractions, fully engage with Amira, and feel a stronger sense of independence. The headphones also help create a quieter, more focused classroom environment, which benefits everyone. Just having their own equipment has made the learning process feel more personal and exciting, and they take great care of their gear because they know it's helping them grow.\r\n\r\nIn particular, the students who are most motivated to improve their reading skills have really warmed to this new technology. They look forward to their time with Amira each day and are eager to see their progress. I've seen students who were once hesitant to read out loud now approach their reading sessions with enthusiasm and confidence. The technology has given them a safe space to practice and grow, and it's truly heartwarming to see how empowered they feel. Thanks to these tools, they're not only becoming better readers—they're also becoming more confident learners.","fullyFundedDate":1746785953904,"projectUrl":"project/reading-headphones/9077479/","projectTitle":"Reading Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9712480"},{"teacherId":9712480,"projectId":9005453,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous contribution of new resources, my students and I have been able to take our learning to the next level in creative and exciting ways. One of the most enjoyable projects we've worked on recently was creating posters for the rock cycle. The students used markers, colored pencils, and other materials to design vibrant, informative posters that not only helped them understand the concept but also allowed them to express their knowledge visually. These posters became anchor charts for their classmates, and they took immense pride in crafting them to be as perfect as possible. It was inspiring to see them so engaged and motivated to teach their peers, just like teachers themselves!\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was palpable. The moment we unboxed the markers and supplies, they couldn't wait to start using them. For many students, the appeal was not just the opportunity to work with high-quality materials, but the ability to create anchor charts that reflected their understanding of the content in a way that was both fun and meaningful. They absolutely adored the process of making their charts perfect, paying attention to every detail in their designs. It was amazing to witness their creativity flow, as they added colorful drawings and diagrams that helped them solidify their learning while making the classroom environment more interactive and vibrant.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, the next step in our project is for students to create posters for other classrooms, sharing their newfound knowledge and teaching others about the rock cycle. This collaborative effort will allow them to reflect on their learning while fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility. By creating materials for their peers, they not only solidify their understanding but also get the chance to contribute to the educational community. The students are excited to step into this \"teacher\" role and take pride in their ability to teach and share what they've learned. It's a wonderful example of how the new resources have empowered my students to not only learn but also teach and inspire others.","fullyFundedDate":1742823892925,"projectUrl":"project/basics/9005453/","projectTitle":"Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9712480"},{"teacherId":26268,"projectId":9001952,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made it possible for all our students to be able to have the best chance at success. Our goal is to play as many public performances twice a year as possible and we are approaching our second peak season; spring! We have performances scheduled for an assisted living center, a side by side rehearsal with a high school orchestra, and an end of the year performance here at our school as a thank you to the teachers and parents that make this all possible. \r\nWe'd love to say thank you to you as well because, you've helped to make all this possible as well. So, THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts!","fullyFundedDate":1734206659655,"projectUrl":"project/stand-tall-and-sound-brilliant/9001952/","projectTitle":"Stand Tall and Sound Brilliant","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Weible","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp26268_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472598976450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/26268"},{"teacherId":532553,"projectId":8533567,"letterContent":"Thank your for your wonderful, helpful, and very needed donations. This has allowed my students to have items laminated to help them be more successful with the ability to use, and re-use teacher made academic activities. Make individual schedules for students. It has allowed me to laminate communication boards for nonverbal students. This has allowed them the ability to communicate with peers, and staff. \r\n\r\nThe box of pencils have been a life saver. Students do not have to look for pencils anymore. We have an abundance of pencils for our students to use and no one is ever without a pencil anymore. The paper towels, Ziploc bags and Kleenex are being used in so many helpful ways. Students have Kleenex readily available to them and especially during this winter cold and flu season.\r\n\r\nMany kids have runny noses and are able to grab Kleenex when needed. Paper towels as we use them when painting or doing other activities that require the use of paper towels. Disinfectant wipes are invaluable in our classroom, and it helps to keep everyone safe and germ free as possible. All your donation of supplies have been such a great help, and my students were all smiles when I shared they were donations from the hero's who donate on Donors Choose.","fullyFundedDate":1730564522791,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-be-prepared-to-learn-and-grow/8533567/","projectTitle":"Help Us! Be Prepared to Learn and Grow","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Black-Jordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp532553_orig.png?crop=1039,1039,x99,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1586824855893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tblackjordan"},{"teacherId":532553,"projectId":8534298,"letterContent":"Your donations are continuing to have an impact on students learning and not worrying about food. Since receiving the donations many students have improved with concentrating and completing work. Students coming in to school hungry a and complaining about, not having something to eat, has allowed students to have a small snack to eat, and go right to learning immediately. \r\n\r\nThis has allowed students who are hungry during the school day to be able to take a small break, eat or drink a small snack and return back to learning, and or participating with school projects. The donation has allowed students to not worry about being hungry, but rather focus mainly on why they come to school to learn and grow.\r\n\r\nMany students have complained about being hungry or not having enough to eat throughout the school day. Your donations have minimized these complaints and students are happier, more calm and relaxed knowing they do not have to worry about food or hunger while at school. Students come in happy and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1730564522823,"projectUrl":"project/help-students-focus-on-learning-not-wor/8534298/","projectTitle":"Help Students Focus on Learning, Not Worry About Eating.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Black-Jordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp532553_orig.png?crop=1039,1039,x99,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1586824855893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tblackjordan"},{"teacherId":9647618,"projectId":8625521,"letterContent":"Thank you so so much for your incredibly generous donation to our classroom. Our third grade classroom is overjoyed with how much joy our classroom rug has brought to our class environment. When students first found out that we would be receiving a class rug they were delighted! They had never had a class rug in their previous classrooms. This made me feel so happy to provide my students with a comforting setting in our classroom. We use the rug during our daily morning meetings, throughout our restorative conversations, and during small group instructional time. Students love completing their work on our class rug!\r\n\r\nWe are currently working on practicing restorative circles at the end of every day. We are learning to use restorative practices/language in our classroom. We do this by sitting on our class rug in a circle and then taking turns answering our restorative question/prompt of the day one by one. We are learning to use restorative language as a school in order to build classroom community and collaboration. \r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you very much for your incredibly generous donation to our classroom. It is greatly aprecciated.","fullyFundedDate":1730564522740,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-morning-meetings/8625521/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Morning Meetings!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Madrigal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9647618"},{"teacherId":9564636,"projectId":8779474,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous support of my fundraiser to provide headphones for my middle school social studies classroom. The students absolutely love using the new headphones! They've made such a positive impact, allowing students to explore history, geography, and culture in more engaging and personalized ways.\r\n\r\nNot only have the headphones enhanced learning, but they've also helped create a calmer and more focused classroom environment. Students are able to work independently without distractions, and this has made a noticeable difference in their concentration and confidence.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly transformed our classroom, and I cannot thank you enough for your investment in my students' education and well-being. You've helped me create a space where students can thrive, and for that, I am incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1728920974587,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-middle-school-social-stud/8779474/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Middle School Social Studies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L-B","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9564636"},{"teacherId":4208744,"projectId":8723192,"letterContent":"I want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your incredibly thoughtful donation of therapeutic supplies and furniture for our social work classroom. \r\n\r\nThese resources will not only help foster a safe and supportive space for students to engage in therapy and counseling, but they will also provide them with the tools they need to manage stress and anxiety. Your generosity allows us to better support students in their emotional and mental well-being, which is invaluable. My students were amazed when they saw the new chairs and emotional control center. They shared that they are excited to come and participate for group!\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of our students. Thank you for being a vital part of our mission to create a nurturing and empowering atmosphere for social emotional learning and personal growth.","fullyFundedDate":1730564522767,"projectUrl":"project/zen-den-sanctuary/8723192/","projectTitle":"Zen Den Sanctuary","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Preucil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4208744_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485230355625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4208744"},{"teacherId":26268,"projectId":8690902,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity and support of our students. You've made it possible to overcome the inevitable \"Oops!\" You know that sound. You've probably heard it at home yourself. That \"Oops.\" when you ask your child if they remembered to bring something important home from school. Or maybe, just maybe, you said that oops yourself when you forgot to bring your music to school yourself. It was sitting right there on the music stand and you packed your violin and your rosin. You remembered your homework and your pencil pouch. But the music folder just didn't make it into the backpack. \r\nThanks to your support, when this happens, we don't have to have three kids on a music stand crowding each other to see what we are practicing. You've helped cure the onerous \"Oops\". The scourge of every auditorium known to music teachers everywhere.","fullyFundedDate":1726674974499,"projectUrl":"project/instant-access-to-music/8690902/","projectTitle":"Instant Access to Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Weible","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp26268_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472598976450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/26268"},{"teacherId":26268,"projectId":8690740,"letterContent":"We just finished our second concert of the three week sprint from Thanksgiving Break to Christmas Break. This is the time of year when we are our busiest and guess what? You helped make us sound our best! Your timely gift and support of our students way back in September let our students practice with the shoulder rests they need to have proper posture. That proper posture might sound like a pedantic detail, but it most certainly is not. It is vital! Our students thrilled audiences at Willis Tower in downtown Chicago and at an assisted living community in the suburbs of Chicago. In both locations, we were able to spread holiday cheer and bring smiles to faces that didn't even know they needed them. Whether they were on their way to work or on their way to visit a neighbor, we were able to play for Chicago area citizens and bring them some holiday cheer, thanks to you!","fullyFundedDate":1726500769137,"projectUrl":"project/let-the-music-play/8690740/","projectTitle":"Let The Music Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Weible","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp26268_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472598976450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/26268"},{"teacherId":9485352,"projectId":8723804,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the snacks for my students! My students are all low-income, growing, hungry middle schoolers. They need fuel to get them through the day and keep the learning going. The snacks you provided helped so much. We're stocked up for the year now! \r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when I came into the classroom with huge boxes. We did a class \"unboxing\" where I pulled the snacks out and revealed each one, one-by-one. It was super fun, and they all loved it. \r\n\r\nWe have snack time each day, and thanks to your generous donation, each of my students are able to pick a snack for the entire year. Thank you again!!","fullyFundedDate":1730564522690,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-my-diverse-learners/8723804/","projectTitle":"Snacks for My Diverse Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Abbey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9485352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725031509942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9485352"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5676","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":316,"numTeachers":31,"percentFrplEligible":91,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":31,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":52,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"10.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.8,"schoolId":5676,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Chopin Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Chopin Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/chopin-elementary-school/5676"}