{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dennis Ortwein Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2107474,"projectId":10323546,"letterContent":"What an amazing way to start the school year! We know that teachers need tools in their toolbox to set the stage at the start of the school year. Students arrive at school with so many different emotions that carry over into their days at school. Having these books on hand will help me and our teachers help students to recognize the feelings and social challenges that they are experiencing. Hearing the stories will give these teachers and students tools to help the students be successful at school and in life. We appreciate your donation more than you know! We could not have these books at our school without generous donors like you. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1783613670402,"projectUrl":"project/self-regulation-reads/10323546/","projectTitle":"Self Regulation Reads","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aldrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2107474_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1497565990675","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ortweinlibrary"},{"teacherId":2107474,"projectId":10232542,"letterContent":"We are so incredibly appreciative of your donations to our library project. Our students look forward to being a part of the Nevada Young Reader Award project every year. They love reading all of the books and taking place in the voting process. We are all looking forward to reading these new books and waiting to see which book is the winner! Without donors like you our students would not have experiences like this. We work hard to make our library a fun place that students look forward to visiting. Thank you for helping to make this goal a success!","fullyFundedDate":1778374675339,"projectUrl":"project/award-winning-books/10232542/","projectTitle":"Award Winning Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aldrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2107474_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1497565990675","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ortweinlibrary"},{"teacherId":8109181,"projectId":7923160,"letterContent":"The rewards from this project have made such a positive impact on my students! When they first saw all of the new prizes, they were so excited and immediately wanted to know how they could earn them. We use the rewards to celebrate positive behavior, hard work, kindness, completing goals, and making good choices throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nHaving something fun to work toward has been a great motivator for my third graders. I have noticed students putting more effort into their work, encouraging one another, and feeling proud when they earn a reward. Even the smallest prizes can create a big moment of excitement and help students feel recognized for their effort and accomplishments.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these rewards to encourage students as they work toward their academic and behavior goals. Thank you so much for helping me create a classroom where hard work and growth are noticed and celebrated. My students truly love earning their rewards, and your generosity has helped make our classroom an even more positive and exciting place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1697073651156,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-rewards/7923160/","projectTitle":"Classroom Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Naughton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8109181_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633094255308","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8109181"},{"teacherId":8109181,"projectId":10037405,"letterContent":"These new chapter books have made such a positive impact on my third graders! Having engaging, age-appropriate books available in our classroom has helped my students become more excited about reading and motivated to reach their Accelerated Reader (AR) goals.\r\n\r\nStudents are able to choose books that interest them and are at an appropriate reading level. They read independently throughout the school day and are always excited when they finish a book and get to take an AR quiz. Many students are proudly watching their points grow and working toward their individual reading goals.\r\n\r\nI have also seen growth in their reading skills and scores as they continue to read more frequently. Most importantly, these books are helping my students see reading as something enjoyable rather than just an assignment. It has been wonderful to see them recommend books to one another, get excited about new chapter books, and celebrate each other's reading accomplishments. Thank you for helping create a classroom full of excited and growing readers!","fullyFundedDate":1778068744233,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-reading-magic-chapter-books-f/10037405/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Reading Magic: Chapter Books for 3rd Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Naughton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8109181_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633094255308","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8109181"},{"teacherId":8109181,"projectId":7300856,"letterContent":"These books have made a positive difference in our classroom by helping students learn about their emotions, mental health, kindness, and healthy ways to handle difficult feelings. Through the stories, students are learning important skills such as identifying their emotions, calming themselves when they feel overwhelmed, building confidence, showing empathy, and solving problems in positive ways.\r\n\r\nWe use the books during our social-emotional learning time, class discussions, and whenever students need extra support. The stories give students characters and situations they can relate to, which makes it easier for them to talk about their own feelings and experiences.\r\n\r\nMy students especially enjoy having these books available in our classroom library. I have seen students choose them independently when they are having a difficult day or simply want to learn more about their emotions. These books have helped us create a classroom where students feel supported, understood, and comfortable talking about their feelings. Thank you for giving my students resources that support not only their learning, but their overall well-being!\r\n\r\nI can also make this shorter and more personal, like it was written directly from you to your DonorsChoose donors.","fullyFundedDate":1683735006753,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-mental-health/7300856/","projectTitle":"Books for Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Naughton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8109181_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633094255308","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8109181"},{"teacherId":2107474,"projectId":10015986,"letterContent":"Finding books for our youngest readers can be a challenge. Our early readers need books that are about topics they enjoy, characters they love, and stories that they can relate to. The books that we received in this project fill all of those buckets. Our students started reading these books this week and they LOVED them! Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity! You have given our scholars new, fun books to read and enjoy. I know that students will enjoy reading these books for years to come. We truly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1771008446921,"projectUrl":"project/easy-readers-big-impact/10015986/","projectTitle":"Easy Readers, Big Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aldrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2107474_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1497565990675","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ortweinlibrary"},{"teacherId":2107474,"projectId":10237614,"letterContent":"This project is near and dear to our hearts. The scholars who participate in Battle of the Books are students who love to read and love a little competition. They take on something that many students shy away from. By reading 8 chapter books and studying the little details in these books, they show their determination and love of books. I tell students who think about participating that this is a time for readers to shine. Your donations helped put these books in our library and then into the hands of these students. We truly appreciate your help in making this competition something that we were able to offer our students. We can not thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1778068699069,"projectUrl":"project/our-book-battlers/10237614/","projectTitle":"Our Book Battlers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aldrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2107474_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1497565990675","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ortweinlibrary"},{"teacherId":6610589,"projectId":5876404,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing new books and a renewed excitement for reading into our classroom! These resources have helped us create meaningful connections between literacy and the topics we explore throughout the school day. The Magic Tree House books have been especially exciting because students can become immersed in an adventure while learning about history and the world around them. The accompanying research guides allow us to take that curiosity even further by exploring real people, places, and events. Our new books about biomes and habitats have also given students engaging opportunities to strengthen their nonfiction reading skills while learning about the natural world.\r\n\r\nThese materials have also helped make reading feel like something students can truly look forward to. The beanbag chairs have created cozy, inviting spaces where students can settle in with a book during independent reading, while our rolling cart helps keep books organized, accessible, and easy to bring wherever we are learning. There is something so special about watching a child get comfortable with a book they chose and become completely absorbed in the story. Having a classroom library filled with engaging choices helps students see reading not simply as an assignment, but as something they can genuinely enjoy.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity has helped us continue building a classroom community where curiosity and a love of learning are celebrated. These resources will be enjoyed by this year's students and by many classes of young readers in the years to come. Thank you for investing in our classroom and giving my students more opportunities to explore, imagine, learn, and discover through books. We are incredibly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1633486884681,"projectUrl":"project/a-reading-rendezvous/5876404/","projectTitle":"A Reading Rendezvous!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McIntosh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6610589_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698950063517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msmcintosh"},{"teacherId":9349345,"projectId":10133768,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Fueling Young Minds With Healthy Snacks.\" My students were excited to see the snacks and have enjoyed them during our classroom routines. Snack time has become a wonderful opportunity for them to practice making choices, following directions, communicating their needs, and building independence.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping our students stay energized and ready to learn throughout the school day. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support. Thank you for helping us create a happy, healthy, and positive learning environment for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1782568949674,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-young-minds-with-healthy-snacks/10133768/","projectTitle":"Fueling Young Minds With Healthy Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barrientos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9349345_orig.png?crop=432,432,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785720973173","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349345"},{"teacherId":6610589,"projectId":10008206,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, our classroom welcomed its newest family member—Mushu! The moment I lifted him out of the box, my students' faces lit up with pure excitement and wonder. Their gasps, smiles, and endless questions created a memory I know I'll carry with me for years. From that very first day, Mushu became much more than a classroom fish—he became part of our class family.\r\n\r\nMushu has a way of bringing people together in the sweetest ways. Every morning, students hurry through the door just to say good morning to him before they even unpack their backpacks. They celebrate when he builds bubble nests, giggle when he swims up to greet them, and remind one another how to care for him with gentle, responsible hands. Even students not in our class stop by our classroom just to check on Mushu and say hello. Seeing them light up as they reconnect with a little friend they remember is such a beautiful reminder that a classroom can become a place where children feel they belong long after they leave. Mushu has become a symbol of our classroom community—a daily reminder that every member of our class, no matter how small, is cared for and valued.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our learning this year, Mushu will remain an important part of our science lessons as students observe living organisms, habitats, and the responsibilities that come with caring for another living thing. He also inspires authentic writing, thoughtful discussions, and countless moments of curiosity that simply can't be recreated from a textbook. More than anything, your generosity has given my students something priceless: a shared experience that brings them together each day with wonder, compassion, and joy. Thank you for helping create a classroom that truly feels like home. The impact of your kindness reaches far beyond one little fish—it lives on in the smiles, memories, and sense of family that my students will carry with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1768192999600,"projectUrl":"project/just-keep-swimmingbetta-together/10008206/","projectTitle":"Just Keep Swimming…Betta Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McIntosh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6610589_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698950063517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msmcintosh"},{"teacherId":2107474,"projectId":7979397,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for helping fund this project for our school library. We work so hard every day to make our library a place for kids. Our goal is always to help each reader find a book that they will enjoy and teach lessons that show our students how wonderful books and reading can be. Having all of these materials will allow us to continue working toward our library goal of creating life long readers. Thank you does not even begin to show our gratitude and appreciation for you. You are much appreciated!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Aldrich","fullyFundedDate":1699115293993,"projectUrl":"project/a-library-community-full-of-books-and-tr/7979397/","projectTitle":"A Library Community Full of Books and Treasures","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aldrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2107474_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1497565990675","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ortweinlibrary"},{"teacherId":7520749,"projectId":9990901,"letterContent":"On behalf of myself and all of the scholars who spend time in my classroom each day — thank you for your support of our DonorsChoose project. Your kindness has made a real, lasting difference in our day-to-day learning.\r\n\r\nThe beautiful books that we received have helped my students to develop strong reading and listening comprehension skills. Through them, students are learning to ask and answer questions about key details in a story, retell what they've read, and compare characters, events, and ideas across different texts. When we read informational texts, they're learning to find the main topic, identify important details, and even evaluate how an author uses reasons to support their points. Their listening and discussion skills have grown so much. 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