{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Aldeane Comito Ries Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":33.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5309118,"projectId":9988971,"letterContent":"Our class has been using the new fidget toys as part of our daily routines, especially during circle time, small group instruction, and transitions. One meaningful moment was during a storytime activity when a student who typically struggles to sit and attend was able to remain engaged while quietly using a sensory ring. Instead of getting up or becoming frustrated, he stayed with the group and even participated by answering a question about the story. We've also incorporated the fidgets into a simple sorting and choice activity, where students practice selecting an appropriate tool and using it responsibly, which helps build independence and self-awareness.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were very excited and curious. We took time to introduce each item, model appropriate use, and practice expectations together. While there was some initial eagerness to explore everything at once, students quickly learned that the fidgets are tools to help their bodies focus, not toys for playtime. Many of our students, especially those with autism, immediately connected with certain items and began using them to stay calm and regulated throughout the day.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we plan to continue embedding these tools into our classroom routines while expanding their use during targeted learning activities. For example, during upcoming literacy and fine motor centers, students will use fidgets to support focus while working on tasks like tracing, matching, and early writing skills. We are also helping students build the language to express their needs, such as asking for a specific fidget when they feel overwhelmed. Our goal is to strengthen self-regulation skills so students can remain engaged, confident, and ready to learn in all classroom settings.","fullyFundedDate":1768052609303,"projectUrl":"project/fidgeting-in-pre-k/9988971/","projectTitle":"Fidgeting in Pre-K!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sterrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5309118_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659386949756","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5309118"},{"teacherId":8489022,"projectId":10032616,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of classroom supplies. Your support truly makes a difference in our students' daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, our classroom now has access to materials like , markers, erasers, whiteboards, and calculators which help to create a more engaging and organized environment. These supplies allow students to focus on learning, be creative, and participate more fully in lessons.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and commitment to education are deeply appreciated. We are grateful for your support and the positive impact it has on our classroom.\r\n\r\n\r\nNicole Roberts, Supplies for Math, Ries Elementary","fullyFundedDate":1768706884335,"projectUrl":"project/essential-classroom-supplies/10032616/","projectTitle":"Essential Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8489022"},{"teacherId":5734003,"projectId":10189506,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our music classroom! Because of your generosity, we will now have rhythm sticks, cowbells, and engaging music posters that will bring our lessons to life.\r\n\r\nWhile students won't begin using these materials until next school year, their impact is already meaningful. These instruments and visuals will help students explore rhythm, build coordination, and develop a deeper understanding of musical concepts in a hands-on and exciting way. The posters will also support learning by reinforcing key skills and vocabulary every day.\r\n\r\nYour donation is an investment in future creativity, confidence, and joy in music-making. Our students will soon have more opportunities to play, move, and connect through music because of you.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support—thank you for making a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1776363117878,"projectUrl":"project/inspire-with-music/10189506/","projectTitle":"Inspire with Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5734003_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776004781754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/e-a-smith"},{"teacherId":10405223,"projectId":10025755,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to tools that promote active engagement, independence, and organization in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith individual whiteboards, every student can participate and share their thinking in real time, allowing me to quickly assess understanding and adjust instruction. Headphones have created a more focused learning environment during independent work, helping students stay on task and fully engage with digital programs. Additionally, our new chart paper and classroom supplies support clear instruction and hands-on learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThese materials have transformed our classroom into a more interactive, structured, and student-centered environment. My students are more confident, engaged, and excited to learn each day. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1768673540902,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-our-classroom-with-tools-for-l/10025755/","projectTitle":"Equipping Our Classroom With Tools for Learning, Collaboration, and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Paciente","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10405223"},{"teacherId":9865378,"projectId":10020320,"letterContent":"The donated medical books, practice tools, and mannequins have transformed the way I teach children about their bodies and health. Instead of relying solely on explanations, I can now provide hands-on, interactive learning experiences that make complex concepts easier to understand. The medical books give students access to accurate, age-appropriate information, while the practice items and mannequins allow them to visualize and explore how the human body works. This combination helps build confidence and curiosity, encouraging students to ask questions and take an active role in their own well-being.\r\n\r\nWith these resources, I am able to teach children about common medical conditions, healthy habits, and ways to care for themselves in their daily lives. Students can practice real-life scenarios, such as recognizing symptoms or understanding basic care, which helps them feel more prepared and less anxious about their health. By making health education engaging and accessible, these materials support students in staying healthy, attending school regularly, and remaining focused on learning. Ultimately, the donations are not just tools—they are opportunities that empower children to make informed decisions and build lifelong healthy habits.","fullyFundedDate":1768674805249,"projectUrl":"project/building-healthy-happy-students/10020320/","projectTitle":"Building Healthy, Happy Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ashley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9865378"},{"teacherId":9362954,"projectId":10038041,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Your donations have truly made a meaningful difference for my students.\r\n\r\nThe Kleenex, Expo markers, label maker, and all of the other donated supplies have been incredibly helpful in keeping our classroom running smoothly. Having these essential items readily available allows us to stay focused on learning without interruptions, and it creates a more organized and comfortable environment for everyone.\r\nStudents have especially enjoyed using the fresh markers and clearly labeled materials, which help them stay engaged and take pride in their work. Even the everyday items, like tissues, make a big difference in helping us maintain a healthy and prepared classroom.\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students are more focused, supported, and ready to learn each day. We truly appreciate all of the help you have given our classroom—it does not go unnoticed.","fullyFundedDate":1768766652468,"projectUrl":"project/organization-creativity/10038041/","projectTitle":"Organization & Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Monroe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9362954_orig.png?crop=562,562,x0,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699558396530","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9362954"},{"teacherId":7593460,"projectId":9986975,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Your donations have truly made a meaningful difference for my students, and I am incredibly grateful for your kindness and commitment to education. Because of you, our classroom has become an even more positive, engaging, and motivating place for students to learn and grow each day.\r\nThe gumball machine has quickly become a favorite in our room. It has been an incredible motivator for my students, encouraging them to stay on task, complete their work, and demonstrate positive behavior throughout the day. They are constantly working toward earning a turn, and it has helped reinforce responsibility, perseverance, and good choices. Watching their faces light up with excitement and pride when they earn a reward has been such a joy. It has truly helped build a classroom culture where effort and positive behavior are recognized and celebrated.\r\nIn addition, the colored pencils and new pencils have been a huge hit with the students. Having fresh, high-quality supplies has made a noticeable difference in their attitudes toward their work. Students are more eager to participate in writing and drawing activities, and they take greater pride in what they create. It's amazing how something as simple as new materials can boost confidence, spark creativity, and encourage students to put forth their best effort. Many of my students now take extra time to add details, improve their handwriting, and express themselves more fully.\r\nBeyond the individual items, your generosity has helped create an environment where students feel valued, supported, and excited to come to school. They know they have the tools they need to succeed, and that sense of preparedness has increased both their engagement and their willingness to take academic risks. This has led to more meaningful participation, stronger effort, and a greater sense of accomplishment in their daily learning.\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students are more motivated, engaged, and excited to learn each day. Your support goes far beyond the materials—it has had a lasting impact on their attitudes, behaviors, and overall classroom experience. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for helping us create a space where students feel encouraged, inspired, and ready to succeed. Your generosity truly makes a difference, and we appreciate you more than words can express.","fullyFundedDate":1768021297223,"projectUrl":"project/learning-is-sweet-tools-treats-and-mo/9986975/","projectTitle":"Learning Is Sweet! Tools, Treats, and Motivation for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bachelier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/anissasclassroom"},{"teacherId":10408350,"projectId":10032181,"letterContent":"The students and I are really enjoying all of the math manipulatives, birthday bracelets, treasure box rewards. The students were so excited when we opened the boxes together. \r\n\r\n Sometimes I do a lesson whole group with a manipulatives. I do this with the base 10 and number bond kits. Other manipulatives such as ten frames and number pegs are used for centers. \r\n\r\n Students have been enjoying all of the treasure box prizes. The little prizes mean the world to them and brighten their day. \r\n\r\n Thanks so much from the items.","fullyFundedDate":1768711844445,"projectUrl":"project/making-marvelous-mathematicians/10032181/","projectTitle":"Making Marvelous Mathematicians","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Manwill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408350"},{"teacherId":6935601,"projectId":10166541,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our generous donors who made this project possible. Because of your support, we were able to purchase a wide variety of new stickers for our sticker store, bringing fresh designs and more choices to our community. In addition, your contributions allowed us to invest in a new laminator, which has already made a huge difference in improving the quality and durability of our products. Your kindness and belief in our vision have helped us grow, create, and serve others more effectively. We are truly grateful for your generosity and continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1774286440886,"projectUrl":"project/peel-the-love/10166541/","projectTitle":"Peel the Love","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Asgari","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6935601_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732033634020","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/asgari"},{"teacherId":9750425,"projectId":10011179,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! We've been putting all of our new materials to great use every day. In 4th quarter, we will be reading Percy Jackson as part of our Greek mythology unit, and having a class set of books will make such a difference—everyone can follow along together and stay engaged. Students are also using the headphones to listen to audiobooks while reading and during assessments, which has really helped with focus and confidence. The book bins, bookmarks, and pocket chart holder have helped us stay organized and made our reading time run so much more smoothly. It helps display anchor charts for every content areas.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were beyond excited! They couldn't believe they each got their own copy of the book, and are looking forward to our genre study. The headphones were also a big hit—they were so eager to try them out and felt really special using them. It was one of those moments where you could just feel how excited they were to learn.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be starting our Percy Jackson unit soon by digging deeper into characters, themes, and connections to Greek mythology. Students will be working on a project where they compare the story to traditional myths and share what they've learned. Your support has made it possible for my students to fully participate and enjoy reading in a way that feels fun and meaningful. We're so thankful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1768339844141,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-fourth-graders-through-literatu/10011179/","projectTitle":"Engaging Fourth Graders Through Literature and Learning Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9750425_orig.jpg?crop=1462,1462,x0,y165&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768193302843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9750425"},{"teacherId":1053261,"projectId":10007367,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity to help get the proper tools into the hands of my developing writers. My students were so happy and thrilled to see new dry erase and twist up colored pencils arrive to our room. They couldn't wait to get started with writing.\r\n\r\nThe new books were a welcome addition to our library center. They have made the connection with reading and writing so motivating. Keeping our materials organized on the book shelves has enabled quick and easy access. \r\n\r\nDonors like you help to make such a positive impact in the learning environment for many children. Your support is greatly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1768185003119,"projectUrl":"project/start-on-the-write-foot/10007367/","projectTitle":"Start on the Write Foot!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Landrus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1053261_orig.jpg?crop=967,967,x1317,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1581300697290","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1053261"},{"teacherId":3478786,"projectId":10141924,"letterContent":"Your support has made such a meaningful impact in our classroom, especially through the addition of engaging texts like the Pete the Cat series.\r\n\r\nThese new books help me introduce and strengthen important early literacy skills in a fun and accessible way. Students are practicing phonics, recognizing high-frequency words, and building reading fluency as they follow along with repetitive and predictable text patterns. 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