{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jordan Community School","outOfStateSupporters":38.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9220045,"projectId":9766278,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project! My students ADORE these new seating options! It's so nice to be able to have them spread out and be a bit more flexible/mobile while they complete their work during class. The bouncy chairs are the favorites right now. We have a schedule of when each group gets to sit in them and they get so excited when it's their turn. My classroom feels so much more comfortable and inviting thanks to these new seats! :) I'm so grateful that you helped me continue to turn this classroom into a great place to learn each day!","fullyFundedDate":1765308264038,"projectUrl":"project/take-a-seat/9766278/","projectTitle":"Take a Seat!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hamer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9220045_orig.jpg?crop=998,998,x0,y259&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692919970493","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9220045"},{"teacherId":44287,"projectId":9301952,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for donating to my classroom project \"Storage Solutions for our Kindergarten Classroom.\" I am constantly looking for space saving storage options for all of my learning materials, and these items were the perfect solution. Little items like storage pouches make the biggest difference when you are trying to create ease of access for the littlest learners. Again, thank you so much for thinking of me and my students. Every dollar spent makes such a lasting and important impact on our classroom- we sincerely appreciate your support!!!","fullyFundedDate":1755872027903,"projectUrl":"project/storage-solutions-for-kindergarten-class/9301952/","projectTitle":"Storage Solutions for Kindergarten Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-russell2016"},{"teacherId":44287,"projectId":9526198,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our classroom project \"Keep Germs Away.\" As a teacher surrounded by little peoples germs all day long, tissues and sanitizer come in very handy!!! I am constantly replenishing these supplies and every donation makes a big difference. I can never have too much!! Thank you again for thinking of us and for making a big difference in the lives of all my little kindergarten friends. It's donations like these that make a huge impact on the day to day activities in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755871920877,"projectUrl":"project/keep-germs-away/9526198/","projectTitle":"Keep Germs Away!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-russell2016"},{"teacherId":44287,"projectId":9525718,"letterContent":"Thank you again for donating to our classroom project, \" A Rug for our Classroom Community.\" This was a wonderful addition to our classroom and creates a shared space for learning and growing. Whether it is enjoying books from our classroom library, working with a partner during our literacy centers, or coming together for small group instruction, this rug creates a warm and welcoming place for our class to come together and learn and grow from one another. Thank you again for thinking of us!!","fullyFundedDate":1755749268029,"projectUrl":"project/a-rug-for-our-kindergarten-community/9525718/","projectTitle":"A Rug for Our Kindergarten Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-russell2016"},{"teacherId":2425800,"projectId":9805171,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing the \"Write On and Listen Up\" project to life in our classroom! To answer your question about how we are using this technology: these new resources have completely transformed our independent work time. The new headphones allow my students to access audiobooks and instructional videos at their own pace without distracting their neighbors, while the [writing tablets/whiteboards] give them a low-stakes, engaging way to practice math problems and draft sentences before committing them to paper. It allows for a seamless blend of audio-visual learning and hands-on practice.\r\n\r\nThe aspect of the new products that is most exciting to the students is the \"cool factor\" and the independence it gives them. They were thrilled to unbox the gear! They love that they can put on the headphones and enter their own \"zone\" to focus, and they find the [writing tablets/boards] much more engaging than standard pencil and paper. It makes the learning process feel modern and tailored to them, rather than just routine work.\r\n\r\nI have noticed that my students who struggle with reading comprehension and focus have especially warmed to this technology. Being able to listen to a text read aloud via the headphones while following along helps them bridge the gap in their reading skills. Additionally, my energetic students love the [writing tablets] because it allows them to write, erase, and rewrite quickly, keeping their hands active and their minds engaged. You have given them the tools to learn in the way that works best for them!","fullyFundedDate":1768575811552,"projectUrl":"project/write-on-and-listen-up/9805171/","projectTitle":"Write On and Listen Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DelDotto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2425800_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536363501270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-deldotto"},{"teacherId":3366365,"projectId":9593602,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for this wonderful addition to our classroom! We are able to do so many new things with this new activity carpet. In addition to all the students having their own clean space to learn, participate, and enjoy whole group time, we have also began mastering shapes, colors, and even words with this carpet! The students were so excited to see this new carpet and they have all been so kind in taking care of it and maintaining it's cleanliness:) We could not have all these wonderful additions to our classroom without your very generous support. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you all so much!","fullyFundedDate":1764728217617,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-prek-learning-with-a-classroom/9593602/","projectTitle":"Enhancing PreK Learning with a Classroom Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3366365_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1487095790377","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katharine-dill"},{"teacherId":2425800,"projectId":9417570,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom! Since receiving the shipment of brooms, dustpans, and cleaning supplies, there has been a noticeable shift in how my students treat their environment. We have established a \"Clean Team\" rotation at the end of the day, where students use the new brooms and wipes to reset the room for the next morning. A specific moment that stands out happened just yesterday: a student accidentally spilled art supplies during a project. Instead of panicking or leaving it for me, they immediately grabbed the new dustpan and wipes, handling the situation independently. It gave them a true sense of ownership and maturity.\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes first arrived, the students were genuinely surprised by the quantity of supplies! There was a buzz of excitement as we unpacked the \"fancy\" wipes and the sturdy new brooms. One student remarked, \"Wow, we actually have enough tissues for the whole winter now.\" Knowing that strangers cared enough to provide these essentials made them feel valued and dignified. It sent a message that they deserve a clean, professional place to learn.\r\n\r\nCurrently, we are diving into a heavy unit of collaborative group work. Having a clean, germ-free space is essential as students move their desks together to brainstorm and create. Because we now have the supplies to quickly sanitize desks between rotations, we can focus entirely on our academic goals without worrying about the spread of germs or working in a messy environment. Thank you for clearing the way for my students to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1759871709496,"projectUrl":"project/a-clean-classroom-for-a-new-school-year/9417570/","projectTitle":"A Clean Classroom for A New School Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DelDotto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2425800_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536363501270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-deldotto"},{"teacherId":10353663,"projectId":9903905,"letterContent":"It's the time of the year, flu and cold season. We are thankful for all the Kleenex and disinfecting wipes. Students are able to keep the classroom environment germ free with the wipes. The Kleenex wiped away all their running noses. We go through a box every two days so we are excited we have enough Kleenex that will hopefully last us through this Winter. \r\n When the wipes and Kleenex arrived, students were excited. They were grateful that their needs were met. We quickly opened a box of Kleenex and used the wipes to clean out our desks.","fullyFundedDate":1765205087513,"projectUrl":"project/wipes-and-kleenex-for-our-sniffles-and-g/9903905/","projectTitle":"Wipes and Kleenex for Our Sniffles and Germs.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. La","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10353663"},{"teacherId":6952749,"projectId":9538711,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations that helped to get my class the basic supplies we needed to start the year. It was a challenging start for my class due to moving rooms and delays with moving. So having supplies that we could easily access to support student learning throughout that process was incredibly helpful. \r\n\r\nMy students were so excited to have new construction paper, glue, scissors, and crayons. They love doing craft projects, especially math crafts, which are part of our weekly routine. \r\n\r\nWe also greatly appreciate all the Kleenex, paper towels, and wipes to help our room be as clean as possible and everyone in it as healthy as possible. \r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1755923067157,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-young-minds-essential-supplies/9538711/","projectTitle":"Fueling Young Minds: Essential Supplies for Creative Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gelfand","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6952749_orig.jpg?crop=810,810,x136,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1577908831040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-gelfand"},{"teacherId":2026196,"projectId":9654019,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in getting some much needed supplies for my students! I had wanted to work on an art project at the beginning of the year but all I had was a bucket of old crayons. I thought that was enough but it turns out, I didn't have a red or a blue crayon! Receiving two big box's of crayons was amazing!\r\n\r\nAdditionally, I so appreciate all the snacks we received. The majority of the students at my school are low-income and some are dealing with food insecurity. Being able to provide a snack to them is so rewarding. Thank you so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1756511624587,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-supplies/9654019/","projectTitle":"New Year; New Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wallens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2026196_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472691677343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sarahwallens"},{"teacherId":10111028,"projectId":9532420,"letterContent":"Thank you all so much for donating to this project. We have been using our wobble stools every day, for the past few months. My students are able to use wobble stools during lessons to regulate their body, and maintain focus and engagement. These sensory supports are allowing both neurodivergent and neurotypical students the resources they need in order to access their learning fully. \r\n\r\nMy fifth graders' and I are so thankful for your support. When the boxes arrived, the students were so excited to find out what was inside. They were so pleased when we unboxed the stools and they could not wait to use them.","fullyFundedDate":1754851049303,"projectUrl":"project/keep-calm-and-wobble-on/9532420/","projectTitle":"Keep Calm and Wobble On","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sbarra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10111028_orig.jpg?crop=2038,2038,x597,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754322386575","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111028"},{"teacherId":10049687,"projectId":9523983,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and kindness! The books you helped provide have truly transformed reading time in our classroom. My students are so excited to explore our new collection — every day they rush to the book bin to choose stories for read-alouds, partner reading, and quiet reading time.\r\n\r\nThese books have helped build a love for reading in my students. They're learning how to retell stories, identify characters and settings, and make connections between the books and their own lives. Many of my students who were once hesitant to read are now eager to participate, proudly showing off the sight words they recognize or sharing their favorite parts of the story with their classmates.\r\n\r\nOur reading corner has become one of the happiest places in the classroom. The bright illustrations, engaging stories, and variety of topics have sparked so many meaningful conversations and moments of joy. It's heartwarming to see their confidence grow with every page they turn.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting impact—not just on our classroom library, but on the way my students see themselves as readers and learners. Thank you for helping us create a space where reading feels exciting, welcoming, and full of possibility!","fullyFundedDate":1754481396835,"projectUrl":"project/readers-are-leaders/9523983/","projectTitle":"Readers are Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10049687_orig.png?crop=1179,1179,x0,y337&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749011216945","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msperez2025"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5590","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":505,"numTeachers":29,"percentFrplEligible":91,"percentAsian":9,"percentBlack":24,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":54,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"17.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":61.6,"schoolId":5590,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Jordan Community School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Jordan Community School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/jordan-community-school/5590"}