{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Edgebrook Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":9.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3090334,"projectId":9553679,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our care locker! 8th grade students created a passion project last year asking for better feminine care products. They pointed out that when students don't feel comfortable, it affects learning and leads to the desire to want to stay home from school. We worked together to develop a list of supplies that all students could use to help them feel comfortable at school so they can focus on being their best learner. Your funds helped us make this happen, and the locker has been a HIT! Students were very excited when it was introduced, and word spread fast! Our students are very grateful to have their needs met at school so they can focus on learning! Thank you for allowing us to make this dream become a reality!","fullyFundedDate":1758222117352,"projectUrl":"project/smell-good-feel-good-learn/9553679/","projectTitle":"Smell Good, Feel Good, Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3090334_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454522523787","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmurphy301"},{"teacherId":3090334,"projectId":9555741,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing funding for stools in my classroom! The stools were originally for my small group table to have more seats, but as they've been in my classroom, students have also used them as an alternative seating option at their assignmed tables. We use our small group table if students need to spread out more during regular lessons or if I am working with a few students on a topic that they need retaught or a new topic to challenge them. It is helpful to use stools instead of regular chairs because more stools can fit in that space compared to chairs so I am able to help more students at once. Students have also started using the stools when they have a lot of energy and want to be able to move more at their seats. Students also find the stools helpful to hold their supplies so they have more tablespace for group work! We appreciate your generosity in getting new, safe stools to enhance our learning! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1755737691981,"projectUrl":"project/stools-for-success/9555741/","projectTitle":"Stools for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3090334_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454522523787","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmurphy301"},{"teacherId":569560,"projectId":9590785,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our \"Stuff for Our Tuff Tray\" project! Your generous contribution is already making a big difference for my curious, creative preschoolers at Edgebrook Elementary in Chicago. With the new tuff-tray inserts, we'll explore science, math, literacy, and art in ways that are playful, inclusive, and hands-on. Your support helps each child feel seen and capable as they investigate, collaborate, and discover through sensory-rich learning. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in our learners—thank you for helping us spark lifelong curiosity and joy in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1758221784951,"projectUrl":"project/stuff-for-our-tuff-tray/9590785/","projectTitle":"Stuff for our Tuff Tray!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bhansali","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp569560_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449107518819","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msdoshi"},{"teacherId":49121,"projectId":9594660,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. We're just about to embark on our unit for Myths & Enduring Stories. That said- kids have not been able to wait. The Where the Mountain Meets the Moon set FLEW off the shelf. Students had read the first of the books last year and so had to read more. Rick Riordan is also a crowd favorite so student dug into that right away as well. \r\n\r\nI can't wait to see where these stories take us as we explore the unit more deeply over the next ten or so weeks. Having these before we even begin has me so excited to see how students identify an enduring story. Your gift certainly helps us bridge what it means to have A Great Heart with what enduring means for each of us.","fullyFundedDate":1758828972108,"projectUrl":"project/myths-enduring-stories-a-volume-of-re/9594660/","projectTitle":"Myths & Enduring Stories: a Volume of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kovacs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp49121_orig.jpg?crop=1873,1873,x320,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1570223066241","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-kovacs"},{"teacherId":49121,"projectId":9431194,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! These books have been such a tremendous addition to our class library. They've added a practicality to our study, \"A Great Heart\". Students are using evidence from these titles to understand what it means to have a strong and healthy literal heart. They're leaning on examples of being figuratively greathearted in titles that show courage, empathy, and generosity. \r\n\r\nBeyond that the students are seeing that their independent choice to read books they love can often connect and eave together with what they \"have to\" read. Their choosing titles that help them dive deeper and it makes us so thrilled. Thank you very much.","fullyFundedDate":1755112724501,"projectUrl":"project/a-great-heart-volume-of-reading/9431194/","projectTitle":"A Great Heart: Volume of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kovacs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp49121_orig.jpg?crop=1873,1873,x320,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1570223066241","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-kovacs"},{"teacherId":412745,"projectId":9462243,"letterContent":"My students were very excited when they first saw the brand new, CLEAN classroom carpet. The design incorporates a distinct pattern where each student is provided with a perfectly positioned dot upon which they can sit. They have truly taken ownership of these little dots. It's their designated space and they absolutely love having a personal spot to call their own! The dots are helping the students set and respect personal boundaries during lessons and center activities. \r\n\r\nThe carpet has not only minimized distraction and improved focus, but the fresh, vibrant look has created a warm and inviting atmosphere in the classroom. \r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your support and the wonderful impact it has had on my students. A sincere thank you from the entire class!","fullyFundedDate":1758828974656,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-to-gather/9462243/","projectTitle":"A Place to Gather","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp412745_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632364215665","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kate-ryan"},{"teacherId":1163479,"projectId":9314870,"letterContent":"I am writing to extend my heartfelt thanks to you for your contribution to my classroom project to purchase wobble chairs for my first-grade students. Your support has made a meaningful difference in the daily lives of my young learners, and I couldn't be more grateful.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donations, our classroom now has more flexible seating options that allow my students to move, wiggle, and stay engaged while they learn. \r\n\r\nMany of my students have difficulty sitting still for long periods of time, and traditional chairs just weren't meeting their needs. I noticed that some would get up frequently, fidget, or even struggle to concentrate during important lessons. Students who once struggled to stay seated are now better able to remain focused, and their energy is being channeled into learning instead of constant movement.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on their faces when they saw the new chairs for the first time was priceless. They were curious, enthusiastic, and eager to try them out. It was an incredible moment to witness, and it wouldn't have happened without your kindness and generosity.\r\n\r\nYour donation contributed to a learning environment that supports the physical and emotional well-being of each child. \r\n\r\nI hope you know how much your contribution means to me and my students--for years to come. From the bottom of my heart, thank you! You've helped make my classroom a better place,","fullyFundedDate":1746653293723,"projectUrl":"project/wobble-chairs-for-young-learners/9314870/","projectTitle":"Wobble Chairs for Young Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Beese","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1163479_orig.jpg?crop=631,631,x1816,y674&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688053341712","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1163479"},{"teacherId":4036195,"projectId":8865478,"letterContent":"Hatching chicks in our preschool classroom has had a profound impact on my students, fostering empathy, responsibility, and curiosity while providing meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that bring science and the life cycle to life in a joyful and memorable way. When my students first saw the chick hatching materials, their eyes lit up with excitement and curiosity. They were full of questions—\"Are there real eggs?\" \"Will we see baby chicks?\"—and immediately became engaged in the process. The incubator especially sparked wonder, and many of them eagerly gathered around, fascinated by the idea that something could be growing inside. Their enthusiasm set the tone for the entire project and made it a highly anticipated and meaningful experience.\r\n\r\nWe are using the new chick hatching resources as an interactive and hands-on learning experience woven into our daily routine. The incubator and related materials have become a centerpiece in our classroom, sparking meaningful discussions, observations, and questions. My students are taking turns monitoring the temperature and humidity, counting down the days until hatching, and recording their observations in simple journals or drawings. We're also incorporating books, songs, and videos about chicks and life cycles to deepen their understanding. These resources are helping us explore science, literacy, math, and social-emotional skills in a fun and memorable way.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for my students in our current chick hatching project include continuing to monitor the incubator daily, observing any changes in the eggs, and preparing for hatch day by learning about the signs of hatching. As we get closer to day 21, students will create prediction charts about which egg might hatch first and what the chicks will look like. Once the chicks begin to hatch, we'll shift our focus to gentle observation, journaling their behavior, and learning how to care for them—feeding, providing water, and making sure they stay warm and safe. We'll also begin discussions about where the chicks will go afterward and reflect on what we've learned throughout the experience.","fullyFundedDate":1734308072621,"projectUrl":"project/in-our-school-we-had-some-chicks-e-i-e-/8865478/","projectTitle":"In Our School We Had Some Chicks, E-I-E-I-O","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Merrick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4036195_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533779329156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4036195"},{"teacherId":49121,"projectId":8554156,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. Students love the books. In both fourth grade classrooms at our school, kids use the books for independent reading. Don't take my word for it. Check out what they have to say: \r\n\r\n\"Reading in our classroom looks quiet,calm, peaceful and relaxing.\r\nSome of the lessons I learned is that be careful about what you wish for.\r\nSome particular kids that like the books are me and I like the books like graphic novels like ,Dog man, and ,diary of a wimpy kid.\" - Connor\r\n\r\n\"I am so happy we have so many books to read. It has helped me and many others develop a bunch of great book love. We are always so excited when we see new books on our desks we just cant wait to read them. A bunch of my favorite books are The Baby Sitters Club series and Escape from a video game series. Thank you so much for all of these great books to read!!\" - Neeva","fullyFundedDate":1728312647993,"projectUrl":"project/never-taught-4th-grade-before-series/8554156/","projectTitle":"Never Taught 4th Grade Before - Series","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kovacs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp49121_orig.jpg?crop=1873,1873,x320,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1570223066241","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-kovacs"},{"teacherId":49121,"projectId":8554244,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. Students love the books. In both fourth grade classrooms at our school, kids use the books for independent reading. Don't take my word for it. Check out what they have to say: \r\n\r\n\"Dear donor thank you for the new DK Eyewitness books i have learned so much about fossils,before reading this book about fossils I never knew that plants could be fossilized I also did not know that a rays egg case could be a fossil in the future I learned so much and want to learn even more!\" - Jayden\r\n\r\n\"Dear donor, what I learned in the book National parks is that \" A national park is region protected by the government for its treasures. What reading looks in our class is that when everyone is going to read they read so quietly.\" -Mila\r\n\r\n\"I use to not like reading because there was no good fit books but with these new books I can find good fit books and now I love reading.\" Benjamin\r\n\r\n\"Me in particular, I love non fiction books about cool types of rocks because it is so interesting.Thank you for the books\" Quinn","fullyFundedDate":1731545944042,"projectUrl":"project/never-taught-4th-grade-before-dk-eyewi/8554244/","projectTitle":"Never Taught 4th Grade Before - DK Eyewitness Set","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kovacs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp49121_orig.jpg?crop=1873,1873,x320,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1570223066241","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-kovacs"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5257","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":504,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":15,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":56,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":21,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"19.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":90.4,"schoolId":5257,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Edgebrook Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Edgebrook Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/edgebrook-elementary-school/5257"}