{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dickinson East Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":43.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5403176,"projectId":9674149,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to materials that have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom environment and learning experience.\r\nThe thermal printer has been a powerful instructional tool. It allows me to quickly create visual supports, labels, and learning materials tailored to my students' individual needs. These visuals help reinforce concepts, support independence, and make learning more accessible and engaging for all learners.\r\nThe Power Pens have brought a new level of excitement and confidence to skill practice. Students are eager to participate, and the immediate feedback helps them self-correct and stay motivated. These tools have transformed practice time into an interactive and enjoyable experience that builds both academic skills and self-esteem.\r\nYour support also helped provide essential classroom supplies such as Clorox wipes and tissues. These items play a crucial role in maintaining a clean, healthy learning environment. Fewer interruptions due to illness mean more time for instruction, learning, and connection.\r\nBecause of you, my students feel supported, cared for, and excited to learn each day. Your generosity goes far beyond supplies. You have directly impacted student engagement, comfort, and success. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for investing in our students' future.","fullyFundedDate":1761149783232,"projectUrl":"project/letters-labels-and-literacy-a-special/9674149/","projectTitle":"Letters, Labels, and Literacy: a Specialist's Toolkit Revival","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boegler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5403176_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526483597967","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-boegler"},{"teacherId":9625560,"projectId":9473498,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now has a wonderful new way for students to express their emotions and build essential social–emotional skills. The \"How Do You Feel?\" chart and calm-down tools have already made a big difference in our daily routines. Students start each morning by choosing how they feel and placing their sticks in the matching pocket. This simple activity has helped them recognize and name their emotions, and it has also given me a clearer picture of who may need extra attention, encouragement, or a quiet moment.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on their faces when they first saw the materials was unforgettable. Many of them rushed over to explore the emotion bottles and instantly began shaking and turning them to watch the colors move. One student said, \"This helps me feel calm,\" while another proudly pointed to the \"I feel proud\" card and told the class why. The emotion station has quickly become a safe and inviting spot where students go when they feel overwhelmed and need a moment to self-regulate.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, we are now able to incorporate daily emotional check-ins and teach coping strategies using hands-on tools. Our next steps include guiding students to use the calm-down bottles independently and helping them practice positive communication when expressing their feelings. Your kindness has not only added supplies to our classroom — it has created meaningful moments of growth, confidence, and connection for every student.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping us build a caring, supportive classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1756855372437,"projectUrl":"project/simple-supplies-big-impact/9473498/","projectTitle":"Simple Supplies, Big Impact!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Begum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9625560_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739594313985","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9625560"},{"teacherId":1503367,"projectId":9533106,"letterContent":"Thank you once again for donating to my classroom project. The new resources have been a huge hit with my students! My classroom rewards system has been improving behavior and also motivating my students to achieve academically as well. \r\n\r\nThe squishballs are helping students focus more while they are reading and the new headphones has helped students concentrate better during math and reading assignments that I put on their Chromebook's. The new posters are helping me incorporate our new school wide PBIS system with the new motivational quotes and I hope to eventually create a class project that portrays gratitude and the importance of having a growth mindset.","fullyFundedDate":1755643964485,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/9533106/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Glaze","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1503367_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y408&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605890996971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1503367"},{"teacherId":8429900,"projectId":9613745,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our 5th grade classroom! Your donation has already made a meaningful impact on my students' learning, especially in math and writing. The new markers, crayons, pencils, and highlighters have become essential tools in our daily skill-building lessons.\r\n In math, students have been using the new colored supplies to practice adding and subtracting decimals. They use colors to shade decimal grids, match place values, and visually compare their work. Having enough high-quality markers and crayons for everyone has made these lessons clearer and more accessible — especially for students who need visual connections to understand abstract concepts. One student even told me, \"Now I finally get decimals! The colors make it make sense.\" Moments like that are why your support matters so much.\r\n In writing, the highlighters have become a classroom favorite. Students now \"color-code\" their paragraphs by highlighting topic sentences, details, evidence, and conclusions in different colors. This visual structure has helped students who normally struggle with writing feel more organized and confident. \r\n Even the practical supplies — Kleenex and cleaning products — have helped us maintain a clean, healthy environment so students can focus on learning. With a busy group of 5th graders, these items are absolutely essential.\r\n We're now moving into the next steps of our math and writing units, where students will use these supplies to strengthen their skills even further. In math, students will continue modeling decimals, fractions, and multi-step problems using color-coded strategies. In writing, they'll begin a multi-paragraph piece where they'll highlight claims, supporting evidence, and transitions using the new highlighters.\r\n Your generosity didn't just provide supplies — it elevated the way my students learn. You helped make math clearer, writing more meaningful, and our classroom environment brighter and more organized.\r\n Thank you for believing in my students and giving them tools that truly make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1756755805566,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-learn-create-and-grow/9613745/","projectTitle":"Tools to Learn, Create, and Grow!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ferrise","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8429900"},{"teacherId":161996,"projectId":9484303,"letterContent":"Our students are so excited to use the materials for their writing. Each student chose their own pencil and had the option to choose 2 actually. They love the mechanical pencils. THe colored pens, well their writing has already improved. We hang our writing outside of our class every two weeks. Students know they can use the \"fancy pens\" for their final copy.\r\n\r\nDuring parent teacher conferences students showed off their work they have done. THey are proud to show what they have achieved. I am glad I was able to do this for them, through you! Students know the rest of their writing genres will involve them getting to use the pens for the final draft. It makes writing fun.","fullyFundedDate":1754085454298,"projectUrl":"project/creative-writing/9484303/","projectTitle":"Creative Writing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Herrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/161996"},{"teacherId":3250107,"projectId":9487891,"letterContent":"The new math resources have had a tremendous impact on my small groups. The addition of hands-on board games has transformed learning from routine practice into meaningful engagement. Students are not only reinforcing key math skills, but they are also developing deeper conceptual understanding through playful problem-solving, collaboration, and strategic thinking. These resources have increased motivation, boosted confidence, and created a learning environment where students are excited to participate. Most importantly, the games provide multiple opportunities for reinforcement and immediate feedback, helping students. build mastery in a way that feels fun and rewarding.","fullyFundedDate":1756393486306,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-student-success-with-new-math/9487891/","projectTitle":"Empowering Student Success With New Math Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Splan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3250107_orig.jpg?crop=291,291,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706539671237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3250107"},{"teacherId":3250107,"projectId":9141573,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations. Being able to videotape learning has had a powerful impact on both students and educators at my school. Video captures the authentic moments of instruction, interaction, and problem-solving that might otherwise be missed. It allows students to reflect on their own thinking, monitor their progress, and set meaningful goals. For teachers, video serves as a valuable tool for self-reflection and professional growth, providing clear evidence of instructional strategies and student engagement. Ultimately, videotaping learning promotes continuous improvement and deeper understanding by making learning visible.","fullyFundedDate":1746544528573,"projectUrl":"project/lets-video-record-your-current-reality/9141573/","projectTitle":"Let's Video Record Your Current Reality to Increase Our Performance!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Splan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3250107_orig.jpg?crop=291,291,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706539671237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3250107"},{"teacherId":8483822,"projectId":9534134,"letterContent":"This wonderful gift is going to be used to help differentiate lessons for students that need a little extra. I am looking to purchase addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division tests to help with fluency in math. These will help students feel comfortable with their math facts and ultimately help students feel more comfortable with their math abilities. \r\nI will also be purchasing fluency games to help as a fun way to learn their facts. I will look into getting the same types of things for ELA as well.","fullyFundedDate":1755359238013,"projectUrl":"project/support-materials/9534134/","projectTitle":"Support Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8483822_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755129530311","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8483822"},{"teacherId":8483822,"projectId":9534732,"letterContent":"The students have been able to use the materials to help them be more organized. They are able to keep their materials in their bags without being in their desks and in the way. Students can keep the essentials that often get lost in their desks in a spot that is easy to find, organized, and ready to be used. \r\n\r\nStudents feel more confident and ready to learn when their area is organized and ready to use. They are able to find their things more easily as well. We truly appreciate your help to make sure they are able to be organized and more efficient!","fullyFundedDate":1755274082223,"projectUrl":"project/student-organization/9534732/","projectTitle":"Student Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8483822_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755129530311","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8483822"},{"teacherId":9625560,"projectId":9108267,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the new storage bench in our reading area, they were so excited to have a cozy and organized spot to sit with their books. It has quickly become a favorite place during independent and partner reading time. The bench also helps keep our classroom library tidy, making it easier for students to find and return books. Having this organized space has made reading feel more inviting and enjoyable for my class.\r\n\r\nThe seat sacks have been a big help as well, even though we only had enough for a couple of students. The students who use them are learning how to keep their materials organized and within reach. It's been wonderful to see how something as simple as having their supplies close by helps them stay focused and ready to learn. The extra pencils were another great addition—my students use them every day, and having plenty of sharpened pencils available has reduced interruptions and kept learning time running smoothly.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, my students are working in a space that feels more comfortable, organized, and supportive of their learning. Our next steps are to continue building independence and responsibility in taking care of their materials and making the reading area a special place where students feel excited to learn. Your donations have made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1746628852842,"projectUrl":"project/organized-comfortable-learning/9108267/","projectTitle":"Organized & Comfortable Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Begum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9625560_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739594313985","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9625560"},{"teacherId":8483822,"projectId":8466504,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful gift. The ability to give my students a better curriculum in the area of social studies is something I have been trying to do for years. With the money that you donated, I was able to purchase an entire years worth of curriculum to help my students learn the important topics that 5th grade students need to learn. The curriculum helped my students to better understand the events leading up the the American Revolution to the impacts of the Revolution, to where the country went after the war. Thank you again for all of your assistance in helping to provide this valuable resourced to my students.","fullyFundedDate":1720185656539,"projectUrl":"project/new-social-studies-curriculum/8466504/","projectTitle":"New Social Studies Curriculum","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8483822_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755129530311","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8483822"},{"teacherId":9493864,"projectId":8398811,"letterContent":"On behalf of our 3rd grade classroom here in Hamtramck, I want to extend my deepest thanks for your generous contribution. Your support has made a real and lasting difference in our students' daily lives.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, we were able to purchase much-needed supplies and resources that are helping to create a more engaging, supportive, and joyful learning environment. \r\n\r\nYour kindness sends a powerful message to our children: that their education matters and that there are people beyond the classroom who believe in their potential. That belief is incredibly inspiring—for them, and for us as educators.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and in their future. We are sincerely grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1716241879110,"projectUrl":"project/a-comfy-cozy-place-to-talk-about-feeling/8398811/","projectTitle":"A Comfy Cozy Place to Talk About Feelings","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reaume","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9493864_orig.jpg?crop=478,478,x189,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720531487450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9493864"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_73251","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":529,"numTeachers":46,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":25,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":65,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":0,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"11.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":56.2,"schoolId":73251,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Dickinson East Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Dickinson East Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/michigan/hamtramck-public-school-district/dickinson-east-elementary-school/73251"}