{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kinzie Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2821555,"projectId":9889330,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! With your help we were able to metallic coloring tools (markers, color pencils, crayons), storage bins and protractors. My students will benefit from having these tools in our classroom for a myriad of reasons, especially because we are an International Baccalaureate (IB) school. Sixth through eighth graders at our school are part of the Middle Years IB Program which is centered on teaching the \"whole\" child and reinforcing project-based learning and community service. These art supplies could be used to complete various projects. In fact, by the end of our program, our 8th graders need to complete a Community Service Project and I believe the paint pens will help them immensely to decorate their trifolds for their presentation. \r\n\r\nThese tools are going to help students with their IB community projects, to make items for fundraisers, to make visual arts projects, to make classroom labels and as well as to differentiate learning, create visual aides, and more! We cannot thank you enough for giving us these tools which will prove to be such a valuable resource.","fullyFundedDate":1763675846448,"projectUrl":"project/big-kids-need-fun-arts-crafts-supplies/9889330/","projectTitle":"Big Kids Need Fun Arts & Crafts Supplies Too!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Del Toral","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2821555_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x17,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678683695216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-deltoral"},{"teacherId":2821555,"projectId":9893397,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! With your help we were able to purchase beads, mini drill, reel of elastic cord, clay tools, a beadsmith tool and paper. My students will benefit from having these tools in our classroom for a myriad of reasons, especially because we are an International Baccalaureate (IB) school. Sixth through eighth graders at our school are part of the Middle Years IB Program which is centered on teaching the \"whole\" child and reinforcing project-based learning and community service. These art supplies could be used to complete various projects. In fact, by the end of our program, our 8th graders need to complete a Community Service Project and I believe the paint pens will help them immensely to decorate their trifolds for their presentation. \r\n\r\nThese tools are going to help students with their IB community projects, to make items for fundraisers, to make visual arts projects, to make classroom labels and as well as to differentiate learning, create visual aides, and more! We cannot thank you enough for giving us these tools which will prove to be such a valuable resource.","fullyFundedDate":1764096824604,"projectUrl":"project/big-kids-need-arts-crafts-supplies-too/9893397/","projectTitle":"Big Kids Need Arts & Crafts Supplies Too (Part 3)!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Del Toral","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2821555_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x17,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678683695216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-deltoral"},{"teacherId":2821555,"projectId":9706471,"letterContent":"My coworker, Mrs. Ewald and I cannot thank you enough for donating to our project. Now we will be able to purchase an annual subscription to IXL to help us differentiate our instruction and bridge our students academic gaps. In the past, IXL proved to be an amazing resource that reinforced basic skills which paved the way for academic success.\r\nIXL offers adaptive, personalized practice that meets each student at their level by adjusting questions based on individual performance. It provides immediate feedback and support that allows students to work through challenges and master skills at their own pace. With your donations we will be able to align the 6th-8th grade curriculum. \r\n\r\n We will use IXL daily to reinforce targeted concepts, close learning gaps, as well as teach advanced content. This consistent, individualized practice strengthens students' fluency, deepens their problem-solving abilities, and promotes perseverance. Thank you so so much for giving us the gift of this amazing instructional technology.","fullyFundedDate":1762283295163,"projectUrl":"project/ixl-annual-subscription-needed-to-differ/9706471/","projectTitle":"IXL Annual Subscription Needed to Differentiate 6th Grade Curriculum!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Del Toral","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2821555_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x17,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678683695216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-deltoral"},{"teacherId":2821555,"projectId":9909589,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! With your help we were able to purchase Lord of the Flies graphic novels which we will use with our 7th graders during our 1st unit centered on Transformations. Thanks to you, we are one step closer to having a copy for every student! \r\n\r\nThis novel is a classic for a reason; it teaches students about the dynamics of power. The only obstacle we faced in years past was the difficulty of the text with some of our diverse learners and language learners. Using graphic novels in class supports comprehension because of the visuals and allows us to bridge the gap for many of our students. Thank you for impacting generations of learners! We cannot thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1764694461568,"projectUrl":"project/lord-of-the-flies-graphic-novels-needed/9909589/","projectTitle":"Lord of the Flies Graphic Novels Needed for Differentiation!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Del Toral","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2821555_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x17,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678683695216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-deltoral"},{"teacherId":7072952,"projectId":9413105,"letterContent":"Impact Letter: Enhancing Literacy Through IXL for Nearly 70 Fourth Grade Students\r\n\r\nDear Donors,\r\n\r\nThis year, nearly 70 fourth-grade students in our school are experiencing significant growth in their English Language Arts skills through daily use of IXL, an adaptive, research-based learning program. With diverse learners in every classroom, it is essential that each student receives instruction tailored to their individual needs. IXL makes this possible.\r\n\r\nHow We Use IXL:\r\nOur fourth-grade team integrates IXL throughout the school day to reinforce and extend student learning. Students engage with the program during ELA centers, where they rotate through targeted skill practice aligned to our current curriculum. At home, IXL is assigned as differentiated homework, allowing families to see firsthand the specific skills their children are practicing. During class, we use IXL for real-time skill checks, independent practice, and small-group reinforcement. In addition, IXL's instructional videos help break down complex reading concepts—such as main idea, text structure, inference, and context clues—into clear, accessible lessons that support both on-level and struggling readers.\r\n\r\nWhy IXL Matters:\r\nIXL continuously adjusts to each learner's skill level, ensuring that students are practicing exactly what they need—no more, no less. For some students, this means building foundational reading comprehension skills, while others are challenged with advanced text analysis. This level of differentiation would be impossible to achieve without a tool as robust and responsive as IXL.\r\n\r\nThe Impact on Our Students:\r\nWith nearly 70 students using IXL consistently, we have seen:\r\n\r\nIncreased confidence in reading and writing\r\n\r\nStronger mastery of grade-level standards\r\n\r\nMeaningful growth for students receiving interventions\r\n\r\nEnrichment opportunities for students performing above grade level\r\n\r\nImproved test readiness through targeted practice\r\n\r\nHigher engagement, especially during independent center work\r\n\r\nIXL has become a vital component of our literacy instruction. It ensures that every student—regardless of background, ability, or learning style—receives personalized practice that moves their learning forward. Your support helps us maintain access to this powerful tool and continue providing high-quality, individualized education to all of our fourth graders.\r\n\r\nMy students especially love the Leaderboard every week, where we have a friendly competition. If they are in the top 3, they receive tickets to our classroom store! Students love meeting with me to review how much they have grown on IXL. I even made these little bracelets that say \"Mrs. G is Proud of Me\". \r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our students and helping us create authentic, differentiated learning opportunities that truly make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1758812456824,"projectUrl":"project/learning-with-a-twist/9413105/","projectTitle":"Learning with a Twist!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Grieger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7072952"},{"teacherId":2129977,"projectId":9423303,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project A Quieter, Cozier Classroom for Our Deaf Preschoolers. The new rugs have already made such a difference in our daily routines. They have softened the sound in our room, which is especially important for young children who use hearing aids and cochlear implants. We use the rugs during circle time, small groups, and play, and the whole room feels calmer and more comfortable for everyone.\r\nWhen the students first saw the rugs, they were so excited. They sat down right away to feel how soft they were and quickly chose their favorite spots. The atmosphere in the classroom shifted immediately. It is easier for them to hear, watch, and communicate, and I can already see how much more focused they are during stories and activities.\r\nAs we move into our winter lessons, the rugs have become the place where we gather to learn, talk, and connect. They create a warm, cozy space where every child can join in and feel included. Thank you for giving my students a classroom that truly supports the way they learn. We are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1755721655054,"projectUrl":"project/a-quieter-cozier-classroom-for-our-deaf/9423303/","projectTitle":"A Quieter, Cozier Classroom for Our Deaf Preschoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Judy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2129977"},{"teacherId":10191631,"projectId":9627521,"letterContent":"Your donations were so very appreciated by not only myself but the students in my classroom. I wish I could have recorded their reaction when I was showing them all the new books we were able to order from your generous donations. I was getting emotional seeing how much excitement they had for the new sets of books. The books that they were most excited for were The Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series Set, Harry Potter the complete set as well as the books in the series for Ghost. The screams and clapping for each of the sets were such a pleasure to hear! \r\n The other part of your donations went to getting a rug and two bean bag chairs. This has been a big deal. Students are so eager to read in the library, I had to create a schedule of who gets to read in the library on the bean bag chairs each day. Students even love to work their when they are doing partner work or small group work. Having a space that is inviting and different from their seats is so wonderful. The students really enjoy being in the library and on the bean bags.","fullyFundedDate":1758808102901,"projectUrl":"project/our-classrooms-next-chapter-books-in-a/9627521/","projectTitle":"Our Classroom's Next Chapter: Books in a Cozy Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10191631"},{"teacherId":5102684,"projectId":9480921,"letterContent":"I just wanted to send a quick note to update you on our project. We have multiple opportunities for students to listen to and reflect on their learning. Since everyone learns and processes at different rates your donation has allowed students to listen to and pause video and audio tracts. \r\n\r\nBecause of you, students have their own set of headphones in bright fun colors! Students are more than a little excited to sit and listen and practice what they are learning because they don't need to wait for someone else or won't be embarrassed when they want to hear something again. Students simply put on their headphones and learn at their own pace. The children are responsible for putting their headphones away daily after use. They are respectful and responsible with their new gift. It is really wonderful to see the pride they take in caring for their new headphones. \r\n\r\nIndependent learning has allowed students to be their best learners! We just wanted to thank you for enabling us to be our best selves.","fullyFundedDate":1759159341758,"projectUrl":"project/hearing-with-headphones/9480921/","projectTitle":"Hearing with Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Doyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5102684_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516400683846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-doyle115"},{"teacherId":2821555,"projectId":9671232,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! With your help we were able to purchase arts and craft supplies such as: a variety of punch shape cutters, pony beads, origami paper, and a set of edger scissors. \r\n\r\nMy students will benefit from having these tools in our classroom for a myriad of reasons, especially because we are an International Baccalaureate (IB) school. Sixth through eighth graders at our school are part of the Middle Years IB Program which is centered on teaching the \"whole\" child and reinforcing project-based learning and community service. These art supplies could be used to complete various projects. In fact, by the end of our program, our 8th graders need to complete a Community Service Project and I believe the punch cutters and edger scissors will help them immensely to decorate their trifolds for their presentation. \r\n\r\nThese tools are going to help students with their IB community projects, to make items for fundraisers, to make visual arts projects, to make classroom labels and as well as to differentiate learning, create visual aides, and more! We will use the origami paper around the holidays to engage the students in fun, yet educational, crafts like creating origami Christmas trees and graduation caps. We will use the pony beads for our 8th grade friendship bracelets we make at the end of the year (prior to graduation). We cannot thank you enough for giving us these tools which will prove to be such a valuable resource.","fullyFundedDate":1762267525174,"projectUrl":"project/big-kids-need-fun-arts-crafts-supplies/9671232/","projectTitle":"Big Kids Need Fun Arts & Crafts Supplies Too!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Del Toral","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2821555_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x17,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678683695216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-deltoral"},{"teacherId":2821555,"projectId":9816294,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! With your help we were able to purchase air dry clay, a variety of paint pens, fabric paint pens, stickers and a sticker dispenser. My students will benefit from having these tools in our classroom for a myriad of reasons, especially because we are an International Baccalaureate (IB) school. Sixth through eighth graders at our school are part of the Middle Years IB Program which is centered on teaching the \"whole\" child and reinforcing project-based learning and community service. These art supplies could be used to complete various projects. In fact, by the end of our program, our 8th graders need to complete a Community Service Project and I believe the paint pens will help them immensely to decorate their trifolds for their presentation. \r\n\r\nThese tools are going to help students with their IB community projects, to make items for fundraisers, to make visual arts projects, to make classroom labels and as well as to differentiate learning, create visual aides, and more! We cannot thank you enough for giving us these tools which will prove to be such a valuable resource.","fullyFundedDate":1762796619185,"projectUrl":"project/big-kids-need-fun-arts-crafts-supplies/9816294/","projectTitle":"Big Kids Need Fun Arts & Crafts Supplies Too!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Del Toral","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2821555_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x17,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678683695216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-deltoral"},{"teacherId":3919614,"projectId":9586785,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in funding our DonorsChoose project! Because of your support, our class now has access to an IXL license. This resource will allow my students to practice math skills at their own level, receive instant feedback, and build confidence step by step.\r\n\r\nYour contribution ensures that every student has the opportunity to grow, persevere, and succeed—whether they are catching up on foundational skills or stretching ahead into new challenges. IXL will be a daily part of our classroom, and my students are already excited to dive in!\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and commitment to education. You've made a lasting impact on our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1757967217899,"projectUrl":"project/ixl-in-action-engaged-learning-that-las/9586785/","projectTitle":"IXL in Action: Engaged Learning That Lasts!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Urbinati","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3919614_orig.jpg?crop=120,120,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755107360162","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3919614"},{"teacherId":536457,"projectId":9508354,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our buddy project. The 8th grade students are so thrilled to be working with the preschool students on these projects. They ask each week when we will be going to work with them. Although language is the main goal, there are so many other positive outcomes of this project. Both groups are learning from each other.\r\n\r\nThe older students select which craft we will make with the preschool students. We have been working on introducing ourselves, teaching new vocabulary terms and signs and learning how to best communicate with new students who are just learning language. While the preschool students are learning new signs and new vocabulary, the older students are learning how to give clear directions, how to sign things in different ways when the statement is not understood, as well as patience.\r\n\r\nBoth groups look forward to our buddy time and it has been wonderful to see them forming bonds with each other. Thank you for providing these materials to support our project. We are so appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1755711957968,"projectUrl":"project/stick-with-your-buddy/9508354/","projectTitle":"Stick with Your Buddy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Snedden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp536457_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522526640738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/536457"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5298","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":670,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":72,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":15,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":77,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"18.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":72.8,"schoolId":5298,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kinzie Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kinzie Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/kinzie-elementary-school/5298"}