{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Patrick Henry Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":43.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7263613,"projectId":9575875,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of this project! Your supplies were all put to good use.\r\nPaper kept us learning by giving me the power to make copies and have students use paper and pencil to show evidence of their learning. Dry erase markers and dry erase pockets helped us color in fraction bars to learn functions of fractions and show our learning. Tape and magents helped us display our learning, and paper clips helped keep me organize. While these supplies are simple, they made a huge impact in classroom learning and organization. Thank you again for your help!","fullyFundedDate":1755789748258,"projectUrl":"project/a-well-stocked-math-classroom/9575875/","projectTitle":"A Well-Stocked Math Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7263613_orig.png?crop=373,373,x0,y26&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1595547924796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/duallanguagediscoveries"},{"teacherId":7263613,"projectId":9498368,"letterContent":"Your support of this project made a world of difference this year! Let me describe the many ways your resources were used.\r\nStickey easel paper was used for informative anchor charts, while the dry erase boards were used almost daily for students to show their thinking and learning. Desk dividers kept students focused and on-task during tests and quizzes. Earbuds were used for many state and national assessments, and to support non-readers in my room to access content. Pencils kept students writing and water bottle stickers kept students motivated.\r\nOverall, your donation made such an impact on my room and kept things running smoothl","fullyFundedDate":1754754866518,"projectUrl":"project/math-class-back-to-school-basics/9498368/","projectTitle":"Math Class Back to School Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7263613_orig.png?crop=373,373,x0,y26&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1595547924796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/duallanguagediscoveries"},{"teacherId":2792872,"projectId":9974617,"letterContent":"I hope you realize just how much joy you helped me bring to my third grade readers. As boxes of books arrived we would open one a day and look at the new series or genre that was purchased. The last thirty minutes of our class is spent reading independently while I pull some of our struggling readers for additional skill work. This is sometimes hard to manage and difficult to make students accountable for their independent time. However, having the new books really changed that. \r\n\r\nAs students tried a new book they were engaged, they would often share or show it to a friend who would read it next. A group of boys decided that they would finish all the Investigator books by the end of the year. They even wrote a list of who would pass a book to who when they were finished. \r\n\r\nOver the years I noticed that most of my male students really prefer non-fiction. I had also noticed an interest in \"The I survived ..\"book series but few of my students could access it. The quality and interest of nonfiction books over the last decade has increased drastically so I was thrilled to be able to purchase the \"Who was \" series and \"What was ..\"( disaster) series. These are much more accessible in language and sentence structure for beginner third grade readers. Josiah, a student, who rarely read anything beyond picture books and early readers was obsessed\r\nwith tackling these chapter books and finished several. I know people say don't judge a book by its cover but kids do-- having the new, fresh series with updated graphics drew my students in. We just received our test scores and 80 percent my classroom had a high percentage of growth in reading. So Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1767125091511,"projectUrl":"project/growing-readers-one-series-at-a-time/9974617/","projectTitle":"Growing Readers, One Series at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buzzelli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2792872_orig.jpg?crop=1219,1219,x735,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767124020120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2792872"},{"teacherId":225218,"projectId":10164274,"letterContent":"We are overwhelmed with gratitude! Because of your kindness, our classroom has officially become a space where students lead their own learning. Our project, \"My Seat, My Choice,\" has come to life, and the impact was immediate\r\nThe addition of these lap tables has revolutionized our work station time. Here is the real-world impact your donation is making:\r\n\r\nPracticing Autonomy: Students use their Executive Functioning skills to grab what they need and choose a workspace that helps them focus.\r\n\r\nActive Engagement: Whether they are tucked in a quiet corner or working on the rug with a partner, these lap tables allow students to be comfortable and productive anywhere in the room.\r\n\r\nBuilding Responsibility: Choosing \"the best spot for my brain\" is a big responsibility for a Kindergartner. You have given them the tools to practice self-regulation and independence every single day.\r\n\r\n\"The shift in the room is palpable. When a child picks up their lap table and finds 'their' spot, you can see their confidence soar. They aren't just students; they are active decision-makers.\"","fullyFundedDate":1775742168064,"projectUrl":"project/my-seat-my-choice-promoting-independen/10164274/","projectTitle":"My Seat, My Choice: Promoting Independence through Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ortiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp225218_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y447&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764190529605","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ortiz-112"},{"teacherId":225218,"projectId":10076255,"letterContent":"Here is how your donation is changing our classroom right now:\r\n\r\nEmpowering Independence: Our students are currently mastering Executive Functioning skills. They are learning how to manage their math center materials independently, which builds immense confidence.\r\n\r\nMaximizing Learning Time: Instead of searching for supplies, students can head straight to their stations. This means more time spent on hands-on math and less time on transitions.\r\n\r\nFostering Accountability: Having a dedicated, organized spot for their work teaches our Kindergartners what it means to be a responsible member of a community.\r\n\r\nWatching a five-year-old confidently navigate their own learning space is a joy that you made possible. You didn't just give us cubbies; you gave us the structure we needed to thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our \"Organizing for Autonomy\" project and for believing in the potential of our youngest learners.","fullyFundedDate":1773152507777,"projectUrl":"project/organized-for-autonomy-building-indepen/10076255/","projectTitle":"Organized for Autonomy: Building Independent Mathematicians","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ortiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp225218_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y447&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764190529605","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ortiz-112"},{"teacherId":9786943,"projectId":10101518,"letterContent":"I would like to thank you so much for our wonderful new classroom carpet. Our students have been able to use it for whole group lessons and circle time. When my students walked in and saw a new carpet they were beyond excited. Some of my students who are sensory seeking immediately went to touch the rug and rub their hands on it. This new rug has also opened the door to more interactive, hands-on learning experiences. During read-alouds students are gathering on the rug to build listening and comprehension skills while practicing turn-taking and answering questions. In math we use the rug to build movement-based activities that support our kinesthetic learners. \r\nBeyond academics, the rug has also played a huge role in building classroom community and independence. It is a space where we celebrate student achievements, practice social skills, and engage in structured play and peer interactions. This rug is more than just a classroom item, it is a foundation for meaningful learning experiences and positive growth for every student.","fullyFundedDate":1773152507847,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-carpet-for-curious-minds/10101518/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Carpet for Curious Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carrillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9786943_orig.jpg?crop=1244,1244,x0,y481&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727795017666","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9786943"},{"teacherId":225218,"projectId":9926937,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been transformed from a sea of tangled backpacks and floor-bound coats into a streamlined, professional learning environment. We've turned the morning arrival into a 'Launchpad Procedure.' Each student now has a designated 'home base' for their personal belongings. Just last week, during a rainy morning, I watched a student who usually feels overwhelmed by clutter calmly hang his jacket and place his lunchbox in his cubby. He was at his desk and ready to learn in under two minutes. That regained time is priceless.\r\n\r\nWhen the cubbies were first assembled, the kids reacted as if we'd installed a new playground! There were genuine gasps and a few 'Whoa, is this for us?' comments. One of my students immediately ran over to run her hand along the shelf and said, 'It feels like a real locker.' Seeing their faces light up over something as simple as a wooden shelf was a powerful reminder that having a space of one's own makes a child feel seen, respected, and truly part of the classroom community.\"\r\n\r\nThe students are currently blooming as they practice essential Executive Functioning skills. Watching them learn to manage their materials independently is truly inspiring—they aren't just tidying up; they are building the self-reliance and confidence that will serve them for a lifetime.","fullyFundedDate":1771094273448,"projectUrl":"project/a-spot-of-their-own-building-independen/9926937/","projectTitle":"A Spot of Their Own: Building Independence in Kinder","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ortiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp225218_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y447&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764190529605","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ortiz-112"},{"teacherId":225218,"projectId":9921744,"letterContent":"\"To Our Generous Supporters,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for funding the new shelving for our classroom library. Providing students with easy, organized access to books is one of the most important factors in developing strong readers.\r\nOur classroom library has been officially leveled up. These shelves don't just hold books; they make our reading are a place where students actually want to hang out and explore new worlds. \r\nIt's wonderful for the children to see that there is a community of people rooting for their success. Thank you for being part of our 'village' and for your commitment to our education!\"","fullyFundedDate":1769177181897,"projectUrl":"project/little-shelves-for-little-readers/9921744/","projectTitle":"“Little Shelves for Little Readers\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ortiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp225218_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y447&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764190529605","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ortiz-112"},{"teacherId":10380246,"projectId":9953520,"letterContent":"The addition of our new easel has transformed our 'meeting area' into a true hub of collaboration. Because the charts are now at the students' eye level, they have begun using them as a reference tool independently during their work time. This gift hasn't just provided a piece of furniture; it has fostered independence in my young learners. Thank you for making this possible!\r\n\r\nA huge thank you to DonorsChoose and the generous donors who funded our new classroom easel! It has been a total game-changer for our literacy blocks. Having anchor charts at eye level allows my students to follow along more easily and stay focused during group lessons. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1765982968818,"projectUrl":"project/learning-easel/9953520/","projectTitle":"Learning EASEL","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lopez- Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10380246_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774025815038","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10380246"},{"teacherId":225218,"projectId":9878542,"letterContent":"Thank You for Our Coat Lockers!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for donating coat lockers to our kindergarten classroom. We use them every day as students arrive and get ready to go home. The lockers have helped keep our classroom organized while teaching students responsibility and independence.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the lockers, they were super excited to have their own space and proudly said, \"This is my spot!\" They quickly learned how to hang up their coats and take care of their belongings. . What a big difference it has made! The students feel proud and independent, and our classroom looks neat, happy, and ready for learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we will continue building independence and strong classroom routines.","fullyFundedDate":1765678117388,"projectUrl":"project/a-spot-of-their-own-building-independe/9878542/","projectTitle":"“A Spot of Their Own: Building Independence in Kinder”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ortiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp225218_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y447&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764190529605","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ortiz-112"},{"teacherId":225218,"projectId":9887688,"letterContent":"Thank You for Our Classroom Rug!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for donating our classroom rug! We use it every day for morning meetings, read-alouds, and small-group lessons. It has become a special place where students gather, listen, and learn together.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the rug, they were so excited. They immediately wanted to sit on it and proudly called it \"our learning spot.\" The rug has helped create a calm, comfortable space where students can focus and feel part of our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we will continue using the rug as we build reading skills, practice listening, and work toward reading level B–C books. Your generosity has truly made a difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762837738697,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-rug-for-learning-sharing-and-gr/9887688/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Rug for Learning, Sharing, and Growing Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ortiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp225218_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y447&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764190529605","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ortiz-112"},{"teacherId":2197509,"projectId":9575227,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all your wonderful donations. These seating options have been a great resource for my students. Having the option to choose a seat where they can wiggle and move while they work has been a great assset.\r\nThey were so excited to see the different color seating options that we received. They loved helping me inflate the flexible ball seats and are doing a great job of taking care of our new materials. I am currently using them during small group instruction and students who need these seats during independent work time are allowed to use them as well. Thank you again for giving us this great resource!","fullyFundedDate":1764727657248,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-while-we-learn/9575227/","projectTitle":"Wiggle While We Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Anaya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2197509_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450034052275","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2197509"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5563","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":460,"numTeachers":30,"percentFrplEligible":90,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":86,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"15.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":57.0,"schoolId":5563,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Patrick Henry Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Patrick Henry Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/henry-elementary-school/5563"}