{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kilmer Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":47.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":128418,"projectId":9727335,"letterContent":"I want to express my sincere gratitude for your generosity in funding my recent DonorsChoose project. Thanks to your support, my students now have high-quality headphones that are already making a tremendous difference in our classroom. I cannot tell you how excited the students were when we opened the boxes! I also have to add that they just couldn't believe that people that they don't even know were willing to buy supplies for them. \r\n\r\nThese headphones allow students to focus during independent learning, access digital reading and math programs without distraction, and work at their own pace with confidence. The improved sound quality has helped create a calmer, more productive learning environment, and my students are genuinely excited to use them each day.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has provided tools that directly impact student success. We are deeply appreciative of your belief in our classroom. Thank you for investing in my students, our learning community, and our shared commitment to helping children thrive.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1758587690455,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-all/9727335/","projectTitle":"Headphones for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schaper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp128418_orig.jpg?crop=728,729,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758225206189","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/128418"},{"teacherId":7476508,"projectId":9661858,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students, I would like to extend our sincere appreciation for your generous donation of snacks. Your thoughtful contribution helped ensure that our participants stayed energized and comfortable throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nYour support truly makes a difference and helps us continue providing a positive experience for everyone involved. We are grateful for your kindness and for being part of our team community.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and continued support. We value your partnership and look forward to working with you in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1758222133805,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time/9661858/","projectTitle":"Snack Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mercado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7476508_orig.jpg?crop=475,475,x40,y140&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704860216840","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-mercado"},{"teacherId":7476508,"projectId":9730176,"letterContent":"On behalf of the fifth and sixth grade Kilmer Volleyball Team, I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of volleyball equipment. Your support means so much to our players and coaches. With the new knee pads and volleyballs, we're able to practice and compete at a higher level and continue improving our skills. Your contribution doesn't just provide equipment—it strengthens our sense of teamwork, pride, and motivation. It's wonderful to know that we have people like you who believe in our athletes and what we're building together. Thank you once again for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1759791565922,"projectUrl":"project/volleyball-equipment/9730176/","projectTitle":"Volleyball Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mercado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7476508_orig.jpg?crop=475,475,x40,y140&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704860216840","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-mercado"},{"teacherId":8670815,"projectId":9668072,"letterContent":"Providing tablets for students in a cluster program has a significant positive impact on learning and engagement. Tablets support individualized instruction by offering interactive, visual, and accessible lessons that meet each student's IEP goals. They enhance communication for nonverbal students through AAC apps, build language and functional technology skills, and promote independence with visual schedules and task management tools. Students show increased motivation and focus when using interactive learning apps, while teachers benefit from easier data collection and differentiation. Overall, tablets improve academic achievement, communication, and social-emotional growth when integrated with structured routines and staff support.","fullyFundedDate":1758115966561,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-to-second-grade-special-edu/9668072/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten to Second Grade Special Education Technology Need","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8670815_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661988122484","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8670815"},{"teacherId":6634762,"projectId":9609322,"letterContent":"Thank you to your generosity, my students now walk into our classroom each day surrounded by stories that look, sound and feel like them. The shelves are no longer filled with only the same old titles, they now hold diverse books that represent our students voices, cultures and experiences. From novels set in neighborhoods that look like theirs, to poems written by authors who share their heritage and languages, every new books has opened a door for connection and pride. \r\nIn our class reading is no linger a quiet, solitary task. It is alive! The students curl up and read sometimes jotting down their reactions, favorite lines and personal connections. I have seen quiet students, who rarely volunteer to read , find a voice through these books.\r\nThank you for providing this for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1756234607848,"projectUrl":"project/voices-that-shine-diverse-stories-for-o/9609322/","projectTitle":"Voices that Shine: Diverse Stories for our 8th Grade Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Loza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lozarok1"},{"teacherId":764823,"projectId":9743261,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Inspiring Effort and Character\" project. Your generosity has helped create a classroom where positive behavior, perseverance, and personal growth are truly celebrated every day. Because of you, my students feel valued and motivated to do their best both academically and personally. Your kindness has made a real difference in their lives, and we're incredibly grateful for your support. Thank you again for believing in our students and investing in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1758636694587,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-effort-and-character-classroo/9743261/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Effort and Character: Classroom Rewards for Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. W.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp764823_orig.jpg?crop=1597,1597,x0,y218&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694367617131","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/764823"},{"teacherId":764823,"projectId":9743121,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Art integration enriches and personalizes learning for all students. These materials allow students to explore their creativity and express their understanding in more meaningful, hands-on ways. Integrating art into our lessons has brought new excitement to learning. Students are more engaged, motivated, and confident as they connect academic content with creative expression. Your support has helped create a more inclusive and dynamic learning environment, and we are truly grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1758848535360,"projectUrl":"project/art-materials-for-inspiring-young-learne/9743121/","projectTitle":"Art Materials for Inspiring Young Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. W.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp764823_orig.jpg?crop=1597,1597,x0,y218&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694367617131","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/764823"},{"teacherId":6634762,"projectId":9613718,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom with pencils, pens, erasers, copy paper and laminating sheets. These supplies are being used every day for writing, note taking and creating classroom charts and resources. Having these materials helps students stay focused on and makes the lessons run smoothly. \r\n\r\nStudents were excited to see the new supplies and quickly put them to use. The laminated work we have made are on display and support students in their reading and writing. They will be used until they remain no longer.","fullyFundedDate":1756293085743,"projectUrl":"project/writing-tools-that-last/9613718/","projectTitle":"Writing Tools That Last","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Loza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lozarok1"},{"teacherId":2477912,"projectId":9553718,"letterContent":"Thanks to you, our classroom now has the Store and Charge Multiple Tablet Charger With Surge Protection, and it has already made a huge difference. Before your generosity, keeping our tablets charged and ready for little hands to learn was a daily challenge. Now, because of you, every device is powered, organized, and protected—ready for our students to explore, create, and grow. Your kindness gives our pre-k students uninterrupted access to early literacy, math, and problem-solving activities they love. You've not only helped us stay organized, but you've also given our youngest learners more independence and excitement about technology. We are truly grateful for the brighter learning moments you've made possible in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755088340105,"projectUrl":"project/powering-up-and-sticking-together-in-pre/9553718/","projectTitle":"Powering Up and Sticking Together in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2477912_orig.jpg?crop=1188,1188,x0,y7&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1670604109211","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-wright111"},{"teacherId":2477912,"projectId":9196980,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful for your generous support in funding our preschool art project! Thanks to your donations, our classroom is now filled with new supplies that will spark creativity and learning in our little ones for months to come.\r\n\r\nThe art drying rack has already become a favorite in our classroom, allowing our young artists to proudly display their masterpieces as they dry. The dry erase markers and mini clipboards are perfect for interactive learning and drawing, enabling the children to practice writing and drawing in a hands-on way. The high-quality card stock will help us create beautiful crafts, and the flash drive will allow us to store and organize all of our creative projects, making it easier to look back at how far our students have come.\r\n\r\nThe bubble wands have added so much joy to our outdoor playtime, encouraging social interaction and imaginative play. There were also enough bubble wands to make sure every one of our students got to take 1 home with them. \r\n\r\nOur new art trays have made art time cleaner and more organized, while the markers have given the kids a rainbow of colors to work with in their projects.\r\n\r\nOn top of all that, the tongs and measuring cups you provided are perfect additions to our sensory table. These tools not only help build fine motor skills but also encourage scientific exploration, as the children experiment with different materials and textures.\r\n\r\nYour support is truly making a difference in our classroom, and I can already see the positive impact these supplies are having on our young learners. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping us create a more vibrant, engaging, and educational environment for the children in our care.","fullyFundedDate":1746480607266,"projectUrl":"project/art-from-the-heart/9196980/","projectTitle":"Art from the Heart","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2477912_orig.jpg?crop=1188,1188,x0,y7&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1670604109211","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-wright111"},{"teacherId":7476508,"projectId":9416807,"letterContent":"We want to send a huge thank you for your generous donation of volleyball equipment this school year!\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students will have the opportunity to play, practice, and grow—both on and off the court. Here's the impact you made:\r\n\r\n🏐 New equipment = more fun and safety – With proper volleyballs and gear, students will be able to play safely and confidently.\r\n\r\n💪 Teamwork and confidence – Volleyball helps students build communication skills, teamwork, and self-esteem.\r\n\r\n🎉 More participation – With enough equipment for everyone, more students are able to get involved, try something new, and stay active.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our volleyball program will be a success and give students memories and skills that will last a lifetime. We're incredibly grateful for your support—you truly helped us set, spike, and succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1754250522247,"projectUrl":"project/volleyball-equipment/9416807/","projectTitle":"Volleyball Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mercado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7476508_orig.jpg?crop=475,475,x40,y140&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704860216840","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-mercado"},{"teacherId":7476508,"projectId":9203129,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support this school year! Because of your donations of copy paper, our classroom has continued running smoothly every single day.\r\nHere's how the copy paper is making a difference:\r\n\r\nDaily Learning Materials – From science worksheets to reading packets, your donations made sure every student had the materials they needed to learn and succeed.\r\n\r\nCreative Projects – Students used copy paper for writing stories, making art, and exploring science experiments. You helped bring creativity to life!\r\n\r\nTeacher Prep – I am able to prepare lesson plans, quizzes, and handouts without worrying about running out of supplies.\r\n\r\nEquity in the Classroom – Not every family can afford extra supplies. Your donations helped make sure every student had access to the same quality resources.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our students have the tools they need to stay engaged, focused, and excited about learning. Something as simple as copy paper makes a huge impact—and we couldn't have done it without you!","fullyFundedDate":1752161964538,"projectUrl":"project/copies-needed/9203129/","projectTitle":"Copies Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mercado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7476508_orig.jpg?crop=475,475,x40,y140&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704860216840","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-mercado"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5446","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":784,"numTeachers":48,"percentFrplEligible":81,"percentAsian":9,"percentBlack":25,"percentWhite":16,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":40,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"16.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":52.8,"schoolId":5446,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kilmer Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kilmer Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/kilmer-elementary-school/5446"}