{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jerseyville East Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2953751,"projectId":9443066,"letterContent":"We are writing to express our deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our classroom environment. Your support has been instrumental in securing the resources we needed, and the impact has been immediate and profound! We are currently utilizing the new Sensory Table to transform engagement in our learning environment and provide a vital resource for self-regulation. My students can access this station during our soft start centers at the beginning of the day, during indoor recess, or any time they need a moment to cool down or calm down. When the sand table arrived and we revealed the first medium—a fresh fill of sand—the students' reaction was priceless. There was a collective hush as they approached it, followed by squeals of delight and immediate requests like \"Can I touch it?\" The gentle, focused activity it offers has already become a popular and effective tool for easing them into the school day.\r\n\r\nThe Sensory Table has opened up wonderful avenues for focused, gentle play and emotional self-management that were simply not possible before. A recent highlight was watching a small group of students who were feeling a bit overwhelmed use the table. The simple, rhythmic act of sifting the sand became an immediate source of comfort and focus, allowing them to recenter themselves before rejoining the group. Your investment didn't just provide a piece of furniture; it provided a dedicated space for emotional and social growth, sparking creativity and reducing stress throughout the room. We plan to keep the table fresh and engaging throughout the year by filling it with a different sensory medium each quarter ensuring the activity always meets their developing needs.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build on the sensory skills and self-regulation techniques we've established. For the next quarter, we are excited to switch the medium to rice, which offers a completely different tactile experience that will challenge their fine motor skills and spatial awareness through scooping and pouring activities. We are also planning to integrate small tools, like measuring cups and funnels, to turn this into an informal math and science center during our soft start. This resource will continue to be a cornerstone of our classroom, supporting student well-being and readiness to learn for years to come. Thank you once again for peeking into our classroom and for making this exciting, essential resource a reality for us.","fullyFundedDate":1755739382464,"projectUrl":"project/it-just-makes-sense/9443066/","projectTitle":"It Just Makes Sense","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lamer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2953751_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1464472731881","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2953751"},{"teacherId":1013407,"projectId":9197269,"letterContent":"In the spring, my classroom received a new incubator so we could hatch chicks along with a brooder to keep them warm from YOU! We are so appreciative of these new items that will continue to benefit 2nd graders for many years to come. The Brinsea incubator has several features that make hatching chicks with my students easy, but most importantly...nearly all fertilized eggs hatch with the advanced settings! I'm so excited to share this life cycle project with my students again in March. Thank you so much for your continued support of my classroom and Jersey 100 students!","fullyFundedDate":1746480810045,"projectUrl":"project/2nd-grade-is-eggs-tra-engaging/9197269/","projectTitle":"2nd Grade is Eggs-tra Engaging!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeSherlia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1013407_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468719335966","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1013407"},{"teacherId":7309072,"projectId":9120934,"letterContent":"When the materials arrived, my students could hardly contain their excitement! Their eyes lit up as we unboxed the incubator, brooder, egg candler, and life cycle books. Right away, they started making predictions about what the chicks would look like and how long it would take them to hatch. The new resources instantly turned our classroom into a buzzing science lab filled with curiosity and wonder.\r\n\r\nUsing the incubator, we carefully placed the fertilized eggs inside and began daily monitoring. Students took turns recording the temperature and humidity levels and using the egg candler to observe the developing embryos. Reading the life cycle books alongside this real-world experience helped them make meaningful connections between what they were learning and what they were seeing firsthand. The excitement grew each day, but nothing compared to the moment when the first chick began to hatch. The room was filled with cheers, gasps, and pure amazement as they watched a tiny beak break through the shell. Several students called it \"the best day ever!\" and couldn't wait to share the news with their families.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, my students are not just learning about life cycles — they are living it. This experience has built excitement for science, strengthened responsibility, and created lasting memories. We are so grateful for the opportunity you provided to make learning come alive!","fullyFundedDate":1742218819505,"projectUrl":"project/egg-citing-science-hatching-chicks-in-o/9120934/","projectTitle":"Egg-citing Science: Hatching Chicks in Our Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sibert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7309072_orig.jpg?crop=567,567,x0,y122&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1614439565189","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alison-sibert"},{"teacherId":8432049,"projectId":9074752,"letterContent":"We wanted to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for your incredible support of our Community Helpers research and learning project. Thanks to your kindness, our inquisitive and enthusiastic students have truly embarked on a journey of discovery and understanding.\r\n\r\nThe engaging books on Community Helpers you helped us acquire have become invaluable foundational resources. Our students, with their diverse perspectives and love for reading, have eagerly delved into these pages, learning about the vital roles of firefighters, nurses, police officers, librarians, and so many others who dedicate themselves to our community. These books have not just provided facts; they have sparked thoughtful discussions, fostered empathy for the challenges and rewards of these professions, and broadened their understanding of the interconnections within our society.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, the Picasso Tiles have transformed our classroom into a hub of interactive learning. It's been truly inspiring to witness our students collaborate and creatively build representations of the community they are studying. The act of physically building and role-playing has made abstract concepts tangible and memorable.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students are not just reading about community helpers – they are actively engaging with the concepts, visualizing their contributions, and developing a deeper appreciation for their importance. We are seeing a tangible increase in their understanding of civic responsibility and the vital role each individual plays in making our community thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your belief in our students and your commitment to their education. Your contribution has made a significant and lasting impact on their learning journey. We are so grateful for your partnership in helping us build a brighter future for our young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1739644489630,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-community-through-books-buil/9074752/","projectTitle":"Exploring Community Through Books & Building","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8432049_orig.jpg?crop=2149,2149,x58,y323&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680287759361","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8432049"},{"teacherId":8432049,"projectId":9195065,"letterContent":"I am writing to you today with immense gratitude to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on my second-grade students and our learning environment. Thanks to your support of our DonorsChoose project, \"Connecting Kids & Critters: Chicks & Birds in Our Backyard,\" we have embarked on a journey of discovery that has truly brought science to life.\r\n\r\nThe supplemental materials you provided for our chick-hatching unit have been transformative. My students were absolutely captivated as they observed the delicate process of development within the eggs, eagerly anticipating each crack and then chick. The brooder you helped us acquire provided a safe and warm haven for our new arrivals, allowing us to care for them and witness their growth firsthand. This hands-on experience has fostered a deeper understanding of life cycles, responsibility, and the wonders of nature in a way that no textbook could ever replicate. Their observation journals are filled with detailed drawings, thoughtful questions, and excited exclamations – a true testament to the power of experiential learning.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, the addition of the outdoor bird feeder and regional bird books has opened up a whole new world of exploration right outside our classroom window. My students now eagerly watch for different bird species, using their identification guides to learn their names and behaviors. This has not only enhanced their understanding of local ecosystems but has also cultivated patience, observation skills, and a sense of connection to the natural world around them. We've had lively discussions about food chains, habitats, and the importance of conservation, all sparked by the simple act of watching birds at our feeder.\r\n\r\nYour belief in our project has created tangible learning experiences that have ignited a passion for science and nature in my students. They are more engaged, more curious, and more connected to the world around them. The impact extends beyond academic learning; it fosters a sense of wonder and a desire to explore and understand the world.\r\n\r\nThank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for your incredible generosity and for making such a meaningful difference in the lives of my students. Your support has truly brought our learning goals to fruition and created lasting memories and valuable lessons.","fullyFundedDate":1742906694459,"projectUrl":"project/connecting-kids-critters-chicks-bir/9195065/","projectTitle":"Connecting Kids & Critters: Chicks & Birds in Our Backyard","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8432049_orig.jpg?crop=2149,2149,x58,y323&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680287759361","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8432049"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_27477","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":389,"numTeachers":24,"percentFrplEligible":50,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":91,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":3,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"2 - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"16.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":77.7,"schoolId":27477,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Jerseyville East Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Jerseyville East Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/jersey-community-school-district-100/jerseyville-east-elementary-school/27477"}