{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Central Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":38.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7787600,"projectId":10234004,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to this grant. My students have been engaged in learning all about the zoo. Students are especially excited about using the vocabulary they are learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students have been able to build an imaginary zoo with the stuffed animals and plastic animals from this grant. They are beginning to speak in complete sentences to describe the animals in their imaginary zoo.\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for supporting my classroom and English Language Learners. Your kindness means so much to all of us.","fullyFundedDate":1778001469926,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-zoo-mania/10234004/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Zoo Mania!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7787600_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665429793829","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7787600"},{"teacherId":5507175,"projectId":10266209,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of Reading STEM supplies for my English Language Learner (ELL) students! We have been putting these wonderful resources to use during our fairy tale unit, and they have made our learning experiences so much more engaging and meaningful.\r\n\r\nAs we read different fairy tales, my students have been able to connect the stories to hands-on STEM activities. They are building, creating, problem-solving, and working together while practicing important reading and language skills. These activities give my ELL students opportunities to use new vocabulary, communicate their ideas, and demonstrate their understanding in ways that go beyond simply reading and writing.\r\n\r\nThe supplies have helped bring our fairy tales to life! My students are excited to participate, and I have seen them become more confident when sharing their ideas and working with their classmates. Your generosity is helping us create memorable learning experiences while supporting both literacy and STEM development.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping make learning fun, hands-on, and accessible for our ELL learners. We are truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1778261958651,"projectUrl":"project/reading-with-stem/10266209/","projectTitle":"Reading with STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5507175_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759167044388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5507175"},{"teacherId":5507175,"projectId":10266753,"letterContent":"My students are using the new ELL resources every day to build their English language skills while learning grade-level content. The materials give students visual and hands-on ways to understand new vocabulary, practice speaking and listening, and communicate their ideas with greater confidence.\r\n\r\nOne special moment has been watching students use the new resources to work with a partner and practice new words and phrases. Students who may be hesitant to speak in front of the class are more willing to participate when they have visual supports and hands-on materials to help them express their thinking. It has been wonderful to see their confidence grow as they realize they have the tools they need to be successful.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were excited to explore them and immediately began asking questions and sharing ideas. The resources have helped create a classroom environment where students feel comfortable practicing English, making mistakes, and trying again.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue using these resources during our current lessons to build vocabulary, strengthen speaking and listening skills, and help students communicate their understanding of new concepts. These materials are giving my students more opportunities to participate, connect with their classmates, and grow as confident English learners.","fullyFundedDate":1778782358069,"projectUrl":"project/english-language-development/10266753/","projectTitle":"English Language Development","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5507175_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759167044388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5507175"},{"teacherId":10110368,"projectId":10435581,"letterContent":"Thanks to the support of our donors, my fifth-grade students have access to IXL Math and Reading, an engaging technology tool that helps make learning more personalized and meaningful. IXL gives students opportunities to practice important skills at their own level, receive immediate feedback, and learn from mistakes. This allows students to build confidence, strengthen areas where they need additional support, and challenge themselves as they master new concepts. The program also helps me identify learning gaps and monitor student progress so I can provide more targeted instruction.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is the interactive, hands-on nature of IXL. They enjoy seeing their progress, working toward skill mastery, playing the fact fluency games, and celebrating their accomplishments. The instant feedback encourages them to keep trying rather than giving up when a problem is challenging. In both math and reading, IXL has helped students become more independent learners while making practice feel engaging and rewarding. This project is giving our students valuable academic support and helping them develop the confidence and persistence they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1786321904163,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-every-fifth-grader-with-perso/10435581/","projectTitle":"Empowering Every Fifth Grader with Personalized Math and ELA Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Croft","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10110368_orig.png?crop=240,240,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754269731193","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10110368"},{"teacherId":10487419,"projectId":10234801,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to my classroom. It seems silly to ask for donations of basic materials like pencils, erasers, and headphones. However, these are the materials I am always finding myself short on. You might know this, but many of our assessments are taken on student iPads. You can imaging the scrounging I have to do when not all students have working headphones to hear the questions!\r\n The biggest gift I've received from your donations is the gift of time. Having enough pencils saves me time from searching our workroom for more. Using my iPad stand to model our activity saves me time in explaining exactly how the students' papers should look. Having color-coordinated stools and table spots helps us have time-saving transitions.\r\n I am very grateful for the help you've given me this year. We've had a wonderful start to the school year, partly thanks to your donations.","fullyFundedDate":1778006956714,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-essentials/10234801/","projectTitle":"First Grade Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bradbury","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10487419"},{"teacherId":8809129,"projectId":9974479,"letterContent":"It is impossible to truly describe the impact that this has had on not only my classroom, but our entire school. Because of your generosity, our classroom has immediate and all year access to these wireless keyboards, making our writing assignments easy to complete without forcing other classrooms to wait for the very limited school set to be available.\r\n Writing has become more enjoyable and motivating for my students due to these keyboards. They love having their \"own\" which was successfully paired to each device. They are organized by each student's number, and I actually for the first time have students asking me when we are going to do another writing assignment!\r\n It is also beneficial to be able to use them right in our classroom, from anywhere in the room. Some students enjoy taking them to smaller tables or to our classroom library, where they can use them on a lap desk. I've also had many students ask to use them during indoor recess so they can write stories.\r\n Again, you could have chosen other projects, yet you chose mine. Your generosity will be stretched across many students throughout the year and allow our school to thrive in rigorous writing assignments!","fullyFundedDate":1771597956811,"projectUrl":"project/the-keys-to-success/9974479/","projectTitle":"The \"Keys\" to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8809129_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666798593372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8809129"},{"teacherId":10488054,"projectId":10237825,"letterContent":"We are using the new resources every day to help the students stay organized and take ownership of their learning. The Composition Notebooks give students a consistent place to record their thinking and reflect on what they are learning. The Take Home folders help students keep track of important papers that can be shared with families. We are also using the clear pockets to keep math resources organized and easily accessible during math lessons.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited to have their own supplies and a designated place for all them. The pencils, erasers, tape, glue sticks, and especially the black white board markers and socks are essential for our daily lessons! The materials have helped students become more independent and responsible for keeping their learning materials organized. \r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue incorporating the supplies, Composition Notebook, Take Home folder and math resources into our daily learning. Thank you again for your generosity!!!","fullyFundedDate":1778006956558,"projectUrl":"project/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-4th-grader/10237825/","projectTitle":"A Day in the Life of a 4th Grader!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10488054"},{"teacherId":10488366,"projectId":10239472,"letterContent":"Technology is making a meaningful difference in how my students learn each day. Headphones have been especially helpful because they allow students to focus, listen to directions, and work independently without distractions. Every student has embraced using headphones, and it has become a valuable tool for helping them stay engaged and successful during learning activities.\r\n\r\nThe new dry erase pockets have also been a huge hit with my students! They love being able to practice skills, erase their work, and try again without wasting paper. Even simple supplies like Expo markers, highlighters, and socks to use as erasers have made learning more interactive and fun. My students are excited to use these materials, and I love seeing their enthusiasm grow as they practice, make mistakes, and keep trying. These resources may seem simple, but they are giving my students more opportunities to participate actively in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1778261959142,"projectUrl":"project/new-year/10239472/","projectTitle":"New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCloud","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10488366"},{"teacherId":7810353,"projectId":10233900,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation of all the STEM supplies. In a few weeks, students will begin to use all of the supplies during our Library Maker time. \r\nThe students love having many choices and options. They loved all the fresh new supplies. \r\nDuring library lessons, I generally read a story where a problem needs to be solved. We discuss ways the book actually solved the problem, and then brainstorm about their own ideas. During STEM time, students will have an opportunity to create something that will help solve the problem. We are very grateful!!","fullyFundedDate":1778261959964,"projectUrl":"project/future-innovators-in-the-library/10233900/","projectTitle":"Future Innovators in the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7810353_orig.jpg?crop=2931,2931,x508,y803&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663456968328","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7810353"},{"teacherId":10480601,"projectId":10199778,"letterContent":"We have been using the art supplies donated to make students their own personal sketchbooks. Students were thrilled to see new art supplies and have been busy drawing out their name and sketchbook designs during the first week of school. They used the sulfite paper to create their cover for their sketchbook using the drawing tools provided. Then the construction paper to create their team table folders to hold their sketchbooks in. They will get to use the new tempera cakes to practice our painting expectations by painting the inside of their sketchbook covers. \r\n\r\nStudents are so excited to use these new art supplies and have been learning and practicing how to take care of their new supplies. Sketchbooks will be used for students to practice art skills and share their ideas prior to starting projects. They will also be a place for students to practice making mistakes and creating when they have extra art time. \r\n\r\nWe are so thankful for your generous donation that has provided every single student a space to express themselves with their art! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1776707406808,"projectUrl":"project/sketchbook-creation-supplies/10199778/","projectTitle":"Sketchbook Creation Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Honn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10480601"},{"teacherId":6591958,"projectId":9923666,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation of the classroom rug. The impact it has had on our learning environment has been truly remarkable.\r\n\r\nWhen the rug arrived, my students' faces lit up with genuine excitement. They were immediately drawn to the different colors, and their enthusiasm has not waned since. What began as pure joy over a new addition to our classroom has quickly evolved into a meaningful instructional tool that supports our daily routines and student well-being.\r\n\r\nThe rug has become indispensable to our classroom management and instructional practices. Students now have a clearly defined, visually designated space where they can gather for whole-group instruction, collaborative activities, and community-building moments. The distinct color zones have been particularly effective in helping students understand and respect personal space boundaries—something that can be challenging at this age. We've noticed a marked improvement in students' ability to self-regulate and remain focused during group activities, as they have a tangible visual reference for staying \"in their own bubble.\"\r\n\r\nBeyond structured instruction, the rug has transformed our transitions and brain breaks. Students now eagerly anticipate these moments, knowing exactly where to position themselves. The colorful design provides a calming focal point during transitions between activities, which has noticeably reduced anxiety and increased our instructional time by minimizing behavioral redirects.\r\n\r\nYour thoughtfulness in supporting our classroom has created a ripple effect of positive impact that extends far beyond the rug itself. It has enhanced our sense of community, improved student engagement, and created a more organized and welcoming learning environment.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your investment in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1766012263483,"projectUrl":"project/my-seat-on-the-rug-personalized-learnin/9923666/","projectTitle":"My Seat on the Rug: Personalized Learning Spots","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seib","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6591958_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699970193599","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6591958"},{"teacherId":10296129,"projectId":9781814,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generosity in funding these books! Often, when I pull out a book that students recognize from class, they're amazed -- \"You have that book, too?! How?! Why?!\" -- and I get to share with them that they are a gift of a friend of the school who is eager to support their growth and learning since his sister worked here.\r\n\r\nThe fifth graders have engaged more deeply with vocabulary skills development, coming up with synonyms, identifying the role words play in the sentence (parts of speech), and figuring out the meaning of unfamiliar words using context clues more effectively when the challenging text is one they've already encountered in class. One, in particular, no longer asks me if the materials we are working with are on her grade level or if they are baby work, because she recognizes them from class! \r\n\r\nThe third graders take a real sense of ownership in the discussion and practice of various verb tenses when we're taking the words right out of \"Moonshot.\" The second graders get a kick out of practicing speech sounds using words from their books or forming complex sentences to explain the reasons things happened in the text. And the kindergarteners are so bursting with things to tell me they noticed in \"The Three Little Pigs\" that they barely realize they are practicing answering \"why,\" \"when,\" and \"how\" questions. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping us connect learning from the classroom to the speech room and carry-over of skills from the speech room back to the classroom! 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