{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Daniel Goldfarb Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":47.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8443992,"projectId":9995566,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been transformed by these new resources in such a meaningful way. We've been using Judy's clocks during our daily math rotations, where students work in small groups to practice telling time and solving real-life scheduling problems. One memorable moment was when a group of students created their own \"school day timeline,\" setting their clocks to match each activity and explaining their thinking to the class. The magnetic building blocks have become a favorite during STEM time—students collaborated to design and build mini \"cities,\" applying problem-solving and teamwork skills while exploring balance and structure. Meanwhile, our new chapter books are being used during guided reading, where students are diving deeper into comprehension, making predictions, and discussing characters with growing confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and contagious—there were gasps, big smiles, and so many eager hands ready to explore. The clocks sparked curiosity right away, with students turning the hands and asking questions, while the magnetic blocks led to instant creativity and collaboration. The chapter books made many students feel proud and motivated to read \"big kid books.\" Moving forward, students will continue building on these experiences by creating more complex STEM designs, writing reflections about their reading, and applying their time-telling skills to real-world scenarios like planning events. These resources are not just tools—they are opening doors to deeper engagement and learning every day.","fullyFundedDate":1769719566869,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-classroom/9995566/","projectTitle":"Interactive Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8443992_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769292423020","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8443992"},{"teacherId":9291090,"projectId":9998864,"letterContent":"Thank you for thoughtful and impactful donation of classroom supplies.Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our learning environment and we truly are grateful for your support.Because of those materials that were donated they have the essential materials to enhance their creativity and learning.These resources help foster creativity,participation and confidence in our class. Your donation has not only provided physical supplies but also has a powerful message to our students that their education matters and that there are people who believe in their potential. \r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768159346443,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies-for-first-graders/9998864/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies for First Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tzarita Marie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9291090"},{"teacherId":8139121,"projectId":10024010,"letterContent":"Dear DonorsChoose Supporters,\r\n\r\nI am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in funding our iPad project. Your kindness has provided our intermediate autism students with meaningful opportunities to grow and engage in learning in ways that truly meet their needs.\r\n\r\nWith the use of the iPads, our students are now able to practice listening to letter sounds and words through interactive and engaging applications. This has significantly increased their active participation during lessons and has supported the development of their early reading skills. For many of our students, the iPads serve as a powerful tool that enhances attention, motivation, and communication.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has made a lasting impact in our classroom. You have helped create an inclusive learning environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed, build confidence, and enjoy learning.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your generosity and for believing in our students.\r\n\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\n\r\nDr. Reniella Picache Aunario","fullyFundedDate":1768657338601,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-learners-with-classroom/10024010/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Learners with Classroom Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8139121"},{"teacherId":8549951,"projectId":10025675,"letterContent":"Your support has made a meaningful difference in our kindergarten classroom, especially through the introduction of decodable texts. Before this project, many of our early readers relied heavily on memorization or picture clues, which limited their ability to truly develop foundational reading skills. With access to decodable texts, students are now able to practice phonics patterns they've been explicitly taught, giving them the tools to sound out words independently.\r\nYour generosity has helped create a classroom environment where every child has the opportunity to become a confident, capable reader. Thank you for investing in our students' growth and love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1768673327787,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-essentials/10025675/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8549951"},{"teacherId":4550074,"projectId":10039705,"letterContent":"We are excited to share a special project that is currently in the works at our elementary school. Our student council already produces a wonderful school podcast, and we now dream of taking it to the next level by transforming a dedicated room in the library into a professional podcast studio. This new space will allow multiple groups of students — from student council to classrooms, clubs, and special interest groups — to record and film high-quality podcasts that showcase their voices, ideas, and learning.\r\nThe library podcast studio is still in the planning and measuring phase as we determine the best layout for acoustics, lighting, and equipment placement. We are actively seeking generous sponsors and community partners to help us build out this creative learning space. In the meantime, we have already acquired the necessary equipment and have been practicing in our classroom. Students are busy learning audio and video editing programs, microphone techniques, scripting, and all the skills needed to produce fully polished podcasts with video.\r\nWe can't wait to share the finished studio with you once it is complete. This project represents so much more than just a recording room — it is an opportunity for our students to develop 21st-century communication skills, build confidence, and share their stories with the school community and beyond. Please stay tuned for updates on our final project, and feel free to reach out if you or someone you know might be interested in supporting this exciting initiative.","fullyFundedDate":1768770396677,"projectUrl":"project/introduction-of-podcasting-and-audio-edi/10039705/","projectTitle":"Introduction of Podcasting and Audio Editing","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Weatherholt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4550074_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634093782758","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4550074"},{"teacherId":7451614,"projectId":10045302,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your kind donations to our pre-k class. The students were so excited when we received our new outside equipment. Everyday they get outside they are so excited to use them, and it's not only my pre-k class that gets to use them it is also our special education classes. \r\nSome of our students don't have the resources to play with scooters or observe the world with binoculars outside of school so your donations are allowing them to have experiences they might not have outside of their school day. We are thankful you funded our project and help us get physical in pre-k!","fullyFundedDate":1769116360736,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-physical-in-pre-k/10045302/","projectTitle":"Let's get physical in Pre-k!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7451614_orig.jpg?crop=2036,2036,x987,y191&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597526623477","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7451614"},{"teacherId":8137436,"projectId":10025934,"letterContent":"On behalf of me and my first-grade students, we greatly appreciate all of the donations for our classroom to thrive. The items I selected for my class have been used already...from the dry erase markers to the word mapping boards, which have been a game changer. Also, the sight word games have been incredible, because the sets we had in the classroom were for beginning sight words, so these are more challenging for the students. \r\n\r\nWhen my students first used the word mapping boards, they were so excited, because before, the would have to write in the letters, and this way, because they tiles are a certain color according to skill, it was easier for them because they have a visual. The different color paper has also helped with making sure the students would know what level they were on by looking at the paper color. This has also been a game changer, because they don't have to ask me which on they need to grab...lol. \r\n\r\nI will be able to use these items for next year, which I'm thrilled about, because our school has lost a lot of funding, so I'm forever grateful and appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1768966038519,"projectUrl":"project/phonics-fun-in-first-grade/10025934/","projectTitle":"Phonics Fun in First-Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foster-Patillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8137436_orig.jpg?crop=514,514,x0,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636513194247","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8137436"},{"teacherId":5439581,"projectId":10002954,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire fourth grade class, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support through Donors Choose. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to meaningful activities and resources that will truly enrich their learning experience.\r\n\r\nYour contributions are making a real difference in our classroom. With this grant, our students will be able to engage in hands-on learning, build important academic skills, and develop a deeper love for learning. These opportunities not only support their growth as students but also help foster creativity, confidence, and collaboration.\r\n\r\nMany of our students may not have access to these types of experiences outside of school, so your generosity is opening doors and creating moments they will remember. We are already seeing increased excitement and engagement, and we know this impact will continue throughout the year.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their future. Your support means more than words can express, and we are incredibly grateful for your commitment to education.","fullyFundedDate":1768175366124,"projectUrl":"project/fluent-and-independent-readers/10002954/","projectTitle":"Fluent and Independent Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Porter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5439581_orig.jpg?crop=1312,1312,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1600183762470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5439581"},{"teacherId":9354760,"projectId":10011953,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our after school enrichment programs. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for my students. Our cheer team finally feels complete with their new pompoms, and they've proudly represented our school at community events. After school tutoring has become a warm, welcoming space thanks to the snacks that help students stay energized and focused. The rolling whiteboard and standing desk have transformed our room into a flexible, collaborative environment where kids can move, think, and create together. Your kindness has strengthened both our academic and cheer communities, and we are truly grateful for you.","fullyFundedDate":1769197626000,"projectUrl":"project/move-lead-and-read-after-school-enri/10011953/","projectTitle":"Move, Lead, and Read - After School Enrichment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McGough","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9354760"},{"teacherId":4022441,"projectId":10002862,"letterContent":"It is with great appreciation coupled with a million thanks for donating to our special education classroom. Your kindness will always be remembered especially for our students with exception needs. The \"A Kind Snackey Reward\" donor choose put a big smile on their face every day. Our students were so excited to be able to eat healthy snacks and that encouraged them to enhance their learning. Students' attendance increased as well. It was amazing to see our classroom transformed into a positive learning environment that builds on academic skills in a fun and exciting way. \r\n\r\nThe nutritional boxes of snacks went over big! This snack was well loved by everyone especially those who needed a pick me up during the day to complete a learning task. Even my most picky eaters enjoyed it!","fullyFundedDate":1768174959261,"projectUrl":"project/snacky-reward/10002862/","projectTitle":"Snacky Reward","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bister","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4022441"},{"teacherId":9707485,"projectId":10005824,"letterContent":"These new classroom materials have made writing feel more approachable and enjoyable for my students. They now have simple tools to jot down ideas, practice writing freely, and keep their work organized, which helps them feel less overwhelmed and more confident. With added guidance and support, students are able to get started more easily, stay focused, and better connect their reading and writing.\r\n\r\nTechnology has also played an important role in supporting their learning. Using the classroom laptop, I can model writing step by step, show examples, and give feedback right away. It is also used to type and prepare students' final work, which is then displayed on hallway bulletin boards. Seeing their writing published for others to read gives students a strong sense of pride and motivates them to do their best.\r\n\r\nMy students are especially excited because writing now feels creative and meaningful rather than stressful. They enjoy having opportunities to express themselves and create something they are proud of. Even those who used to struggle or feel unsure about writing are now more willing to participate, take risks, and share their ideas. These changes are helping students build confidence and discover that their voices truly matter.","fullyFundedDate":1768253108786,"projectUrl":"project/writers-hub/10005824/","projectTitle":"Writer's Hub","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anido","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9707485"},{"teacherId":2036212,"projectId":10006961,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in bringing a new Chromebook to our classroom. In the primary grades, building a strong foundation of background knowledge is essential for developing confident, fluent readers. This device acts as a digital window to the world, allowing my students to explore topics beyond the pages of a textbook. Whether they are watching a short clip of a coral reef or researching the life cycle of a butterfly, having this technology at their fingertips helps bridge the gap between decoding words and truly comprehending the world around them.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your gift goes far beyond the hardware itself; it fosters a sense of independence and curiosity in these young learners. Seeing their faces light up as they discover new facts and take ownership of their learning is truly rewarding. 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