{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jane Addams Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":33.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9917818,"projectId":10540198,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your incredible support of our project, \"Fueling Minds, One Snack at a Time!\" I am so excited to share the huge impact your generosity has had on our classroom community.\r\n\r\nWhen the large delivery boxes arrived and I opened them in front of the class, my students' eyes completely lit up! There were cheers, gasps, and immediate smiles across the room. One student raised their hand and asked, \"Are those really for us every day?\" Seeing their excitement and the visible relief on their faces knowing they would always have food available when they needed it was an unforgettable moment.\r\n\r\nHaving a reliable snack corner has completely transformed our daily routine, especially during our afternoon (mathematics) learning blocks. A specific moment that stands out happened during a recent small-group reading and writing project. Normally, late afternoon is when energy levels drop and students begin to lose focus due to hunger. Thanks to your support, students were able to grab a healthy snack before settling into their stations. Instead of heads resting on desks or stomachs rumbling, the room was filled with active discussions, creative brainstorming, and sustained focus. Having proper nourishment allowed them to dive deep into their writing assignments without distraction.\r\n\r\nNow that my students have the physical fuel they need to thrive, we are diving into our next major unit: a hands-on collaborative research project where students present on topics they are passionate about. Knowing that their basic needs are met each day allows my students to walk into our room feeling cared for, valued, and ready to tackle challenging academic goals.\r\n\r\nThank you for being such an important part of our classroom's success. Your kindness continues to nourish both our bodies and our minds every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1789591806460,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-minds-one-snack-at-a-time/10540198/","projectTitle":"Fueling Minds, One Snack at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tiffany Procissi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9917818_orig.jpg?crop=395,395,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740164750964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tmprocissi"},{"teacherId":9910410,"projectId":10588140,"letterContent":"Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, my students now have exciting STEM resources that bring science and learning to life! They were especially excited to see the hands-on experiment kits, catapult, tornado, and solar-building activities. These materials give my students opportunities to explore scientific concepts through building, experimenting, and discovering how things work. As a special education teacher, I love seeing my students become engaged when they can touch, explore, and experience what they are learning rather than simply reading about it. These resources are helping make science more accessible, meaningful, and enjoyable for all my learners.\r\n\r\nThe sensory tools, breathing lamp, and calming jellyfish lamp have also been wonderful additions to our classroom. They help create a welcoming environment where students can take a moment to regulate their emotions, refocus, and return to learning feeling more prepared. The snacks provide an additional source of encouragement and help students stay energized throughout the school day. Together, these resources support not only my students' academic growth but also their social-emotional needs, allowing them to feel comfortable, supported, and ready to participate.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue incorporating our STEM kits into small-group activities, science investigations, and collaborative challenges. Students will have opportunities to explore force and motion, weather, engineering, and renewable energy while strengthening their critical-thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. My greatest joy is watching my students discover something new and feel proud of what they have accomplished. Thank you for believing in my students and providing them with opportunities to learn, create, and grow. Your generosity is helping me build a classroom where curiosity is encouraged, differences are celebrated, and every student has the opportunity to experience success!","fullyFundedDate":1789172980215,"projectUrl":"project/stem-in-action-explore-build-discover/10588140/","projectTitle":"STEM in Action. Explore, Build, Discover!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cornejo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9910410_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747513079716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910410"},{"teacherId":9910410,"projectId":10232617,"letterContent":"Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, my students now have wonderful resources that make learning more engaging, comfortable, and meaningful. They were especially excited to see the STEM graffiti robot kits and our comfy futon! The robot kits bring excitement into our classroom by allowing students to explore creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on STEM learning. The flexible seating options provide students with a comfortable space to learn, helping them stay focused and engaged throughout our lessons.\r\n\r\nOur Daily Math Journals and 180 Days of Math resources are helping us establish consistent routines that reinforce foundational math skills. As a special education teacher, I work with students who learn at different levels and benefit from repeated practice, visual supports, and individualized instruction. The graph sticky notes have also been a wonderful addition, allowing students to organize their work, represent mathematical concepts visually, and demonstrate their understanding in ways that work best for them. These materials help make challenging concepts more manageable while encouraging independence and confidence.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue incorporating these resources into our daily math routines, small-group instruction, and hands-on STEM activities. Students will have opportunities to strengthen their math skills, collaborate with classmates, and apply problem-solving strategies through creative projects. My greatest reward is watching my students celebrate their accomplishments, no matter how small, and begin believing in their ability to succeed. Thank you for supporting my students and helping me create a classroom where every learner feels comfortable, motivated, and capable. Your generosity is making a meaningful difference in their educational journey!","fullyFundedDate":1788384288932,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-confident-learners/10232617/","projectTitle":"Tools for Confident Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cornejo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9910410_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747513079716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910410"},{"teacherId":9910410,"projectId":10261324,"letterContent":"My students now have additional resources that make learning more engaging, accessible, and meaningful. My students were excited to see the new materials and have already begun benefiting from the opportunity to explore math in different ways. The rulers and goniometers allow students to practice geometry through hands-on activities, while the cardstock and paper help us create visual supports, interactive activities, and reference tools that students can use throughout our lessons. The wireless mice also make it easier for students to navigate their digital learning activities independently.\r\n\r\nAs a special education teacher, one of my greatest joys is watching students gain confidence when they realize they CAN do something that once seemed difficult. These resources allow me to provide multiple ways for students to engage with mathematical concepts. Our STEM materials encourage problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity, while the real-world math activities help students connect classroom learning to everyday situations. Having these additional tools makes a meaningful difference for students who benefit from visual, hands-on, and individualized instruction.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue incorporating these materials into our geometry lessons, small-group instruction, STEM challenges, and real-world problem-solving activities. My goal is to help students strengthen their foundational math skills while building independence and confidence as learners. Thank you, Michael Jordan & Jordan Brand and our generous donors, for believing in my students and helping create a classroom where every student has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Your kindness is making a lasting difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1778725429407,"projectUrl":"project/math-that-moves/10261324/","projectTitle":"Math that Moves","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cornejo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9910410_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747513079716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910410"},{"teacherId":9910410,"projectId":10161783,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity, my students now have resources that make math more engaging, meaningful, and accessible. They were excited to receive their Scholastic MATH magazines and Daily Math Practice Journals! The magazines are helping us bring real-world connections into our classroom through interesting topics involving sports, science, current events, and everyday situations. Students are beginning to see that math is more than numbers on a worksheet. It is something they can use and recognize in the world around them.\r\n\r\nThe Daily Math Practice Journals have also become a valuable addition to our classroom routine. As a special education teacher, I work with students who have different learning needs and skill levels. Having journals for both fourth and fifth grades allows me to provide targeted practice, reinforce foundational skills, and help students experience success at their own pace. These resources give my students opportunities to practice independently, strengthen their problem-solving skills, and build confidence through small, daily accomplishments. It is especially rewarding to watch a student approach a problem with greater confidence after previously struggling with similar concepts.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using our magazines to explore real-world math problems, encourage classroom discussions, and connect new concepts to everyday experiences. Our daily journals will help students strengthen essential skills while working toward their individual learning goals. Thank you for investing in my students and giving them tools that make learning more exciting and accessible. Your generosity is helping us build a classroom where students feel supported, capable, and proud of their progress. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1777970487006,"projectUrl":"project/real-world-real-math-real-success/10161783/","projectTitle":"Real World, Real Math, Real Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cornejo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9910410_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747513079716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910410"},{"teacherId":2488030,"projectId":10410647,"letterContent":"The addition of our new number sense rug has transformed our daily math routine into an interactive, collaborative experience. Instead of sitting at isolated desks, students gather on the carpet to explore numbers, build problem-solving flexibility, and talk through their math reasoning together. During a recent lesson on place value and counting patterns, students worked in small groups using the rug's grid to build number representations, jump along paths, and physically map out skip-counting strategies or identify even/odd numbers. Having this dedicated, vibrant space gives them true ownership over where and how they solve problems, boosting engagement and making our math blocks far more dynamic.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first walked into the room and saw the rug rolled out, their faces immediately lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to find a spot, pointing at the colorful numbers, and asking if we were going to play math games. That initial spark of joy shifted their perception of math from a quiet, independent task to an inviting, hands-on activity. It made them feel valued and eager to step onto the carpet, setting a positive tone for our entire learning environment. They felt appreciated and loved by your genersoisty.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will use the rug as a central hub for student-led math stations and peer problem-solving challenges. Students will use the layout to create their own math puzzles for classmates, applying multi-step addition and subtraction strategies through collaborative movement. As we move into more complex concepts this year, this carpet will continue to serve as a supportive tool where students can test out ideas, learn from one another, and build strong foundational math skills together. It will empower students in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1788725890055,"projectUrl":"project/floor-ever-grateful-help-us-get-an-enga/10410647/","projectTitle":"Floor-ever Grateful: Help Us Get an Engaging Classroom Carpet!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kafka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2488030_orig.jpg?crop=1205,1205,x0,y112&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785258887559","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kafka"},{"teacherId":423059,"projectId":10203576,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of Scope magazines for our middle school resource classroom! Your support means so much to me and my students.\r\n\r\nThese engaging magazines will give my students opportunities to strengthen their reading skills while exploring interesting, age-appropriate topics. For students who sometimes struggle with reading, having accessible and exciting materials can make a big difference in building confidence and developing a love of reading.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping my students become stronger, more confident readers and showing them that their learning matters. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support of our classroom!\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and their future!","fullyFundedDate":1777933447965,"projectUrl":"project/scope-magazines-please/10203576/","projectTitle":"Scope Magazines, Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Piscitelli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp423059_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449711822409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/423059"},{"teacherId":9917818,"projectId":10214831,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"High-Interest Reading for Students with Special Needs: Storyworks in Action.\" Your generosity will bring vibrant, accessible, and deeply engaging reading materials directly into the hands of my students, and we cannot wait to get started!\r\n\r\nWhen the Storyworks magazines arrive in our classroom, the excitement will be contagious. My students will be instantly drawn to the glossy, colorful covers and eye-catching illustrations. Traditional textbooks can often feel intimidating to neurodiverse learners, but these magazines will feel fresh, inviting, and adult. I can already picture their eyes lighting up as they flip through the pages and realize they are holding a \"real\" magazine tailored just for them. Their eagerness to dive in will set a joyful, energetic tone for our reading block.\r\n\r\nWe will be using these high-interest articles to build comprehension, expand vocabulary, and practice non-fiction reading strategies in our small groups.\r\n\r\nDuring our guided reading time, these magazines will transform how my students engage with text. For example, when we tackle high-interest articles about current events or amazing animal stories, students who typically struggle with reading stamina will be able to stay focused and motivated. Thanks to the accessible text formatting, clear visual supports, and captivating topics, every child will be able to follow along, pinpoint key vocabulary, and proudly share main ideas with their peers. Having text that is both age-appropriate in topic and accessible in level will give them the confidence boost they need to see themselves as successful, capable readers.\r\n\r\nOnce we establish our new reading routines with Storyworks, our next steps will involve using the articles as a springboard for writing and critical thinking. Students will pick their favorite stories to complete mini-research projects, where they will practice extracting key facts, organizing their thoughts with graphic organizers, and writing short summary paragraphs.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students will look forward to reading time with genuine enthusiasm and self-assurance. Thank you for investing in their future and helping us foster a lifelong love for reading!","fullyFundedDate":1778169632774,"projectUrl":"project/high-interest-reading-for-students-with/10214831/","projectTitle":"High-Interest Reading for Students with Special Needs: Storyworks in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tiffany Procissi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9917818_orig.jpg?crop=395,395,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740164750964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tmprocissi"},{"teacherId":9917818,"projectId":10210494,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! The arrival of our new kidney table will completely transformed the energy and learning dynamic in our special education classroom.\r\n\r\nThis table will become the heart of our classroom. It will allow me to sit right in the center curve, placing every single student within arm's reach for direct, individualized support.\r\n\r\nWe will use the table for a hands-on math lesson on area and decomposing shapes. In the past, keeping everyone focused during small-group instruction meant constantly standing up, leaning across large tables, or moving around chairs to reach students who needed physical prompting or visual aids. With our new kidney table, we will be able to quietly guide one student's hands with grid blocks on my left while simultaneously using discreet visual cues to keep a student on my right engaged—all without interrupting the flow of the lesson. The close proximity will help my students feel supported rather than singled out, and the proud smiles on their faces when they solve their area problems will be unforgettable.\r\n\r\nNow that we will have a dedicated space built for connection and focus, we are diving into our next big unit, AREA! My students are taking what they've learned about 2D shapes and expanding it to 3D geometry and surface area. We will be using the kidney table to unfold 3D polyhedra nets and build physical models, culminating in a hands-on project where they will design their own mini tents.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students have a structured, comfortable, and accessible space where they feel safe to take academic risks every single day. Thank you for believing in our classroom and making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1778982259072,"projectUrl":"project/coming-together-at-the-kidney-table/10210494/","projectTitle":"Coming Together at the Kidney Table","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tiffany Procissi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9917818_orig.jpg?crop=395,395,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740164750964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tmprocissi"},{"teacherId":10265588,"projectId":9982774,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations, our student enjoyed snacks after participating in games or class activities. They truly enjoyed having a snack for a reward, before and after lunch. \r\n \r\nOur students got exited when they saw the snacks, because sometimes they do not eat lunch because they might not like the food. They have no food during the day which prevents them from focusing but with a snack that will ease their hunger. \r\n\r\nThank you for your donations our student appreciate your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1767727255046,"projectUrl":"project/hungry-children-do-not-focus/9982774/","projectTitle":"Hungry Children Do Not Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lily","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10265588_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767592487785","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10265588"},{"teacherId":7430856,"projectId":10215243,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your donation of my new blue comfy couch. My students and I were super excited when we opened the box and took out the new couch. They couldn't wait to sit on it as soon as I placed it in our library book nook area. I had to remind them to wait just a few minutes longer before they could cozy up with a book and read.\r\n We are using our couch when it is choice time and the children are able to select a book or a stuffed character doll or retelling kit to read a story. Children are making those real world connections, developing and nurturing friendships, and fostering the love of literacy/reading!\r\n The next steps is to continue to build a strong literacy foundation-print vs. picture, how to track print when reading, recognizing those sight words in stories, being able to sound out words, asking open ended questions about the story or making real world connections between book and life. Besides the literacy benefits, the couch in our book nook helps promote friendships and sharing-discussion, waiting for it to be there turn, or sharing the retelling kits when reading a story with a friend.\r\nBecause of your generosity, I will be able to use the couch for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1777944098519,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-book-nook-area/10215243/","projectTitle":"Comfy book nook area","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kafka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7430856"},{"teacherId":9917818,"projectId":10085452,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a quick moment to share the incredible impact of your recent generosity toward our project, \"Snack Attack: Powering Through Our Lessons.\" Because you chose to support us, our classroom is now fully fueled and ready to learn every single day.\r\n\r\nBefore this project was funded, the mid-day slump was a real hurdle. It is incredibly difficult for students to focus on math fractions or reading comprehension when their stomachs are growling.\r\n\r\nThe Impact, By The Numbers\r\nThanks to your support, we were able to stock up on healthy, sustaining snacks. Here is the difference you've made:\r\n\r\n100% Focused: Students no longer have to worry about where their next snack is coming from, allowing them to focus entirely on their lessons.\r\n\r\nZero Lost Learning Time: Instead of dealing with the fatigue and irritability that comes with hunger, we are maximizing our instructional time.\r\n\r\nA Community of Care: Beyond the nutrition, your gift showed my students that a community of people outside our classroom walls cares deeply about their success.\r\n\r\nFrom the Classroom\r\n\"When the afternoon slump hits, the kids' eyes used to wander to the clock. Now, they get a quick, healthy energy boost, and the spark returns to the room. The transition back into our tough lessons is seamless.\"\r\n\r\nWe are profoundly grateful for your kindness. 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