{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jahn Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":483619,"projectId":10545036,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our new Large Dry Erase Board! When I first shared with my intermediate students that a group of kind supporters had chosen to fund our project, their faces lit up with pure excitement. In an intermediate classroom, students are transitioning into much more complex, abstract concepts, and having this large, visual workspace has already completely transformed how we learn every day.\r\n\r\nWe regularly use the board for interactive brainstorming sessions, plotting out story arcs, and diagramming sentences. Because the board is so spacious, multiple students can stand up and contribute simultaneously, turning a standard reading lesson into an active, hands-on team project.\r\n\r\nOne of the greatest benefits for this specific age group is that dry erase markers are inherently low-stakes. Intermediate students can sometimes feel self-conscious about making mistakes on paper. From a teaching perspective, having this centralized, highly visible board allows me to gauge student understanding instantly.","fullyFundedDate":1788279123249,"projectUrl":"project/with-one-easel-we-can-read-write-and/10545036/","projectTitle":"With One Easel We Can... Read, Write and Share Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McMahon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp483619_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y193&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787438869236","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bmcmahon"},{"teacherId":2063624,"projectId":10218300,"letterContent":"I cannot begin to really share the impact that these flexible seats have helped my students at only two week in. Besides the fact that they ALL want to sit in them always, the focus for many of my sensory needs students is phenomenal!\r\n\r\nDuring math class, the students formed a circle with the Wobble Stools and using the stools in a rotating type of circle practicing a round of their multiplication tables. They created this idea on their own. They were having so much FUN while practicing! Thank","fullyFundedDate":1777908258365,"projectUrl":"project/seating-that-supports-every-student/10218300/","projectTitle":"Seating That Supports Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2063624_orig.jpg?crop=513,513,x91,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596819156110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2063624"},{"teacherId":10041518,"projectId":9924693,"letterContent":"The generosity of our Donors Choose supporters has fundamentally transformed our classroom, directly driving the remarkable reading growth our fourth and fifth graders achieved this year. Having access to high-quality, targeted reading materials allowed us to meet every student at their exact point of need rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach. By equipping our room with hands-on literacy tools, decodable texts, and rich, engaging classroom library books, donors provided the missing puzzle pieces our students needed to build confidence. Seeing fresh, vibrant resources in our room sent a clear message to my students: their learning mattered, and an entire community was investing in their success.That investment paid off in a big way during small-group instruction, where we put these materials to work using the Orton-Gillingham approach alongside other evidence-based literacy strategies. In upper elementary, reading gaps often stem from subtle breakdowns in complex decoding, multisyllabic word analysis, or fluency. With donor-funded visual aids, tactile letter tiles, and targeted skill readers, I was able to lead small-group sessions that were explicit, direct, and multisensory. Students didn't just read words off a page; they traced sentence structures, broke down Latin and Greek roots, and used hands-on strategies to decode multisyllabic vocabulary. In these intimate group settings, students felt safe making mistakes, asking questions, and practicing targeted reading strategies until they reached true mastery. The direct result of having these donor-backed resources was a historic year for our school, culminating in our classes achieving the highest reading growth across both fourth and fifth grades—a milestone clearly reflected in our latest Illinois state assessment results. Moving the needle on state testing isn't about teaching to a test; it is about giving students the fundamental decoding skills, vocabulary breadth, and textual stamina needed to tackle complex, grade-level passages independently. The Donors Choose materials provided the exact foundation my students needed to bridge learning gaps and skyrocket their reading proficiency. Our donors didn't just give us books and supplies—they helped unlock our students' full potential and gave them the gift of life-long reading confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1773841420272,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-growing-readers-thrive/9924693/","projectTitle":"Help Our Growing Readers Thrive!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10041518_orig.jpg?crop=1283,1283,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753019314428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10041518"},{"teacherId":10041518,"projectId":10278054,"letterContent":"The oversized beanbag chairs have been a huge hit in our classroom which students placing dibs on them each day during reading time. They have brought a huge level of comfort to the classroom creating a space where students feel warm and safe away from home. I even have teachers that come into my classroom now to sit in them when they need to escape the chaos of their own classes.\r\n\r\nI am overly thank you to my donors who were able to make my dream of creating a safe haven come to life. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.","fullyFundedDate":1779044047879,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-seating-for-our-new-cozy-corner/10278054/","projectTitle":"Comfy Seating for our New Cozy Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10041518_orig.jpg?crop=1283,1283,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753019314428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10041518"},{"teacherId":2063624,"projectId":9917897,"letterContent":"HUGE shout out to the Math Fluency project being funded! This week has been so much FUN for my students. The activities were engaging and helpful. The students really enjoyed the clear pouches that they were able to write on and then erase with their EXPO markers. Several students were struggling with subtraction, and using the visuals and manipulatives to help with understanding place value and regrouping allowed them to pass their subtraction quiz with leaps of smiles.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a tangible difference in our classroom. Seeing my students gain confidence and excitement for math is truly priceless. Thank you for helping make learning more interactive, fun, and meaningful for every student in room 204.","fullyFundedDate":1773841419638,"projectUrl":"project/fluency-fiesta-building-fast-readers-/9917897/","projectTitle":"Fluency Fiesta: Building Fast Readers & Mighty Mathematicians!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2063624_orig.jpg?crop=513,513,x91,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596819156110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2063624"},{"teacherId":10041518,"projectId":9881271,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making these reading games and texts possible for my students. We are already using the materials daily during small-group literacy instruction and independent practice. One of our favorite moments so far was watching students use the reading games to practice decoding and comprehension skills—they were so engaged that they didn't even realize how much reading they were doing. The texts have allowed me to better differentiate instruction, meeting students right where they are while still keeping lessons fun and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to explore the games, ask questions, and dive into the new books. Several students commented on how \"fun\" reading felt, which is always a win in the classroom. The hands-on nature of the games helped build confidence, especially for students who typically feel hesitant during reading time.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue using these resources as part of our ongoing phonics and comprehension lessons. Students will rotate through reading centers where they apply decoding strategies, practice fluency, and respond to texts using the materials you provided. These resources are helping us build stronger, more confident readers, and your generosity is having a lasting impact on their learning every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1763502830949,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-explore-the-world-throu/9881271/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Explore the World Through Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10041518_orig.jpg?crop=1283,1283,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753019314428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10041518"},{"teacherId":10046858,"projectId":9631444,"letterContent":"The impact of this project has already shown! It helped students learn practical ways to manage big feelings through hands-on SEL lessons. Instead of just talking about coping strategies, students were able to create and use their own tools to help with stress, frustration, and focus during the school day. Having something concrete made the learning more meaningful and helped students practice self-regulation in real moments when they needed it.\r\n\r\nStudents were most excited about personalizing their coping tools and making something they could actually keep and use. Several students who struggle with anxiety, attention, or emotional regulation especially connected with the project and began using their tools independently to calm themselves and refocus. Teachers even gave immediate feedback on how it helped the student regulate themselves over the next couple days. Overall, these lessons helped students feel more confident, supported, and ready to learn. I am excited to build off this lesson in helping students identify different emotions and practice using these coping tools.","fullyFundedDate":1758810640167,"projectUrl":"project/huskies-creative-coping-building-tools/9631444/","projectTitle":"Huskies Creative Coping: Building Tools Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10046858_orig.jpg?crop=3985,3985,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748616925970","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10046858"},{"teacherId":10112714,"projectId":9538612,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support for our classroom. The bean bags have truly transformed our learning environment. They've given students the opportunity to enjoy flexible seating, and it has made such a positive impact on their focus and motivation. Every day, students are eager for a chance to work in the bean bag area—it's become one of the most popular spots in the room!\r\n\r\nI also want to express my appreciation for the color printer. It has allowed me to print vibrant multiplication charts that help students visualize and understand math concepts more clearly. In addition, being able to print colorful photos of our classroom activities has helped me keep families connected to what we're doing in school. Parents love seeing snapshots of their children learning, creating, and collaborating.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping make our classroom a brighter, more engaging, and more joyful place to learn. Your support truly makes a difference.\r\n\r\nWarmly,","fullyFundedDate":1755273068976,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-color-and-comfort-to-our-classr/9538612/","projectTitle":"Bringing Color and Comfort to Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10112714_orig.png?crop=368,368,x55,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754744155992","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10112714"},{"teacherId":2063624,"projectId":9670169,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity toward my fluency project. My students have already shown growth in their reading, fluency and excitement to read new books! \r\nDonors Choose has always been a support platform for school in need. I am blessed to be able to give these amazing students a real chance at excelling in school. \r\nThese particular students visited the 4th grade class and felt confident that they could accomplish what the 4th graders were doing in class. This situation made me smile that their confidence and self esteem was steadily growing so quickly!","fullyFundedDate":1758814406513,"projectUrl":"project/a-fluency-center-will-help-me-become-an/9670169/","projectTitle":"A Fluency Center Will Help Me Become an Excellent Reader!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2063624_orig.jpg?crop=513,513,x91,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596819156110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2063624"},{"teacherId":10041518,"projectId":9765374,"letterContent":"Thank You for Helping My Students Grow as Readers!\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous support, my 4th and 5th graders have been diving into our new reading fluency resources with excitement and confidence! We've been using the materials during small group reading time and fluency stations, where students practice reading aloud with expression, accuracy, and understanding.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was seeing how proud my students were the first time they tracked their progress on a fluency chart — they could actually see how much they were improving! Several students have started challenging themselves to read more complex passages, and they're noticing that their reading sounds smoother and more natural.\r\n\r\nWhen the new materials arrived, my students were so excited to explore them. They loved having fresh, engaging passages and fun fluency activities that make reading feel like an adventure rather than a chore.\r\n\r\nNext, we're using these resources to connect reading fluency with comprehension. Students will read informational passages related to our Social Studies units, applying their fluency skills to better understand history, geography, and culture. These materials have truly helped bring reading and learning to life in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and giving them the tools to grow as confident, capable readers. 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