{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"R.E. Tobler Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":63.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8796716,"projectId":10043431,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a space where our students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. The \"Cozy Calm Spaces\" you helped create are now an essential part of our daily routine. Our students use these areas to self-regulate, take sensory breaks, and practice calming strategies when they feel overwhelmed. One of the most meaningful moments was watching a student independently choose to use the calm corner, engage with the sensory tools, and return to the group ready to participate. That moment represented growth, confidence, and the power of having the right supports in place.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and heartfelt. They were drawn to the soft seating, calming visuals, and sensory items, exploring each piece with curiosity and joy. More importantly, they quickly began to understand that this space belongs to them, a place where their feelings are respected and supported. For many of our learners with autism, this has helped reduce anxiety, increase focus, and create a stronger sense of belonging within our classroom community.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we are continuing to build on these skills by incorporating social-emotional learning lessons that teach students how to identify their emotions and choose strategies that work best for them. The calm space is becoming a cornerstone for teaching independence, self-awareness, and emotional regulation, skills that will support them far beyond the classroom. Your kindness has made a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for the comfort, peace, and opportunity you've given our students.","fullyFundedDate":1769137029673,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-calm-spaces-for-our-little-learners/10043431/","projectTitle":"Cozy Calm Spaces for Our Little Learners with Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8796716_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777311645271","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sly"},{"teacherId":8125946,"projectId":10022264,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, our students were incredibly excited to use their new supplies. It was truly inspiring to see their enthusiasm as they explored and began working with everything right away.\r\n\r\nWe are especially grateful for the headphones, whiteboards, whiteboard markers, erasers, glue sticks, pencils, and twistable crayons. Each of these materials plays an important role in our daily learning. The whiteboards, in particular, have made a big difference by providing interactive instruction and allowing for immediate teacher feedback, which helps students stay engaged and build confidence in their work.\r\n\r\nPlease know that all of the supplies you provided are being used every single day and are making a meaningful impact on our students' learning experience. Your support has helped create a more dynamic and engaging classroom environment, and we are deeply thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1768673742939,"projectUrl":"project/building-young-minds-through-creative-le/10022264/","projectTitle":"Building Young Minds Through Creative Learning Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Meriwether","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125946"},{"teacherId":8092977,"projectId":9990397,"letterContent":"My kindergarten students love the books purchased with this project. They adore Pete the Cat and being able to read books about his adventures have really increased their interest in reading.\r\nLearning to read is one of their most important accomplishments in kindergarten, ad reading books that interest them really keeps them engaged. The students are able to read the Pete the Cat books in the classroom and they are also able to bring them home to read with their families. \r\nThank you so much for contributing to our project. You have a made a positive impact on my students' love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1768067500094,"projectUrl":"project/kinder-loves-pete-the-cat/9990397/","projectTitle":"Kinder Loves Pete the Cat!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Oranchak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8092977"},{"teacherId":8618480,"projectId":10007250,"letterContent":"When the boxes arrived, my students' excitement was instant—eyes wide, lots of \"Are those for us?!\" and plenty of happy cheering. As soon as we opened everything, they wanted to help set up our new reading space. The rug quickly became our favorite gathering spot, and students were eager to take turns being \"classroom helpers\" to arrange the flexible seating stools and organize the books. Seeing their pride and ownership in our classroom was such a special moment.\r\n\r\nWe are using these new resources every day. The rug has transformed our read-alouds and small-group lessons into a calm, focused community space where students can listen closely, turn-and-talk with partners, and share ideas. During independent reading and literacy centers, the flexible seating stools give students choice and comfort, helping them stay engaged and self-regulate as they work. The new books have been the biggest hit—students are exploring new topics, recommending titles to friends, and practicing \"just right\" book selection while building reading stamina and comprehension.\r\n\r\nNext, we're using our new books for a classroom \"Reading Road Trip\" challenge: students will set personal reading goals, track minutes/pages, and write short reflections about what they're learning from their texts. We'll also be starting book talks and partner discussions on the rug to practice speaking and listening skills, and students will create quick book reviews to help classmates find their next favorite read. Thank you again for giving my students a welcoming space and the resources to grow as confident, joyful readers.","fullyFundedDate":1768185703856,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-reading-corner-new-books-rug-and/10007250/","projectTitle":"Cozy Reading Corner: New Books, Rug, and Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8618480_orig.jpg?crop=718,718,x0,y93&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768071945491","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8618480"},{"teacherId":6404704,"projectId":9987486,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to engaging, high-quality books that are making a real difference in our classroom. With these new texts, students are practicing important reading skills such as identifying theme, making inferences, and using evidence from the text to support their thinking. We are also building fluency and vocabulary, while learning how to ask thoughtful questions before, during, and after reading. These books have allowed me to better model comprehension strategies and give students meaningful opportunities to practice them independently and in small groups.\r\n\r\nReading time in our classroom has become one of the most exciting parts of the day. Students are eagerly choosing books, discussing stories with partners, and diving deeper into texts than ever before. You can see them using sticky notes to track their thinking, rereading to clarify understanding, and sharing their ideas with confidence. The classroom is filled with energy as students connect with characters, explore new topics, and truly see themselves as readers.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant about reading are now some of the most enthusiastic participants. One student, who used to struggle to stay focused, now asks daily if they can take their book home to keep reading. Another student has discovered a love for a specific genre and proudly shares new vocabulary words they've learned. Your support has not only provided books, it has sparked joy, confidence, and a genuine love of reading in my students. Thank you for helping make this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1768169520315,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-build-readers/9987486/","projectTitle":"Books That Build Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6404704_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1563923432435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6404704"},{"teacherId":10406048,"projectId":10027946,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Calm Down Reward Room project. \r\nBecause of your kindness, we are able to create a peaceful, welcoming space where students can feel safe, supported, and motivated to make positive choices. Your contribution is helping us provide calming materials, comfortable seating, and engaging activities that promote emotional well-being and self-regulation for all students. \r\nThis space will make a meaningful difference across our school by encouraging positive behavior, reducing disruptions, and giving students the tools they need to succeed both socially and academically. We are incredibly grateful for your support in helping us build a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and empowered. Thank you for making this vision a reality.","fullyFundedDate":1768686268832,"projectUrl":"project/school-wide-calm-down-space/10027946/","projectTitle":"School Wide Calm Down Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Olsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10406048"},{"teacherId":8033048,"projectId":10019711,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support of our classroom. Thanks to your kindness, we were able to receive new books, games, sidewalk chalk, and whiteboards—each of which has made a meaningful impact on my students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nThe books have sparked a renewed excitement for reading and have helped foster a love of stories and knowledge among my students. The games have brought learning to life, encouraging collaboration, critical thinking, and joy in the classroom. The sidewalk chalk has allowed us to take our learning outdoors, giving students a creative and engaging way to express themselves while reinforcing important concepts. The whiteboards have been a fantastic tool for active participation, allowing every student to practice, share ideas, and build confidence in a low-pressure way.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my classroom has become a more engaging, interactive, and inspiring place to learn. My students are more motivated, more involved, and truly benefiting from the resources you helped provide.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for making a difference in their education.","fullyFundedDate":1768671466398,"projectUrl":"project/bradys-top-tigers/10019711/","projectTitle":"Brady's Top Tigers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brady","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8033048"},{"teacherId":7288045,"projectId":10010834,"letterContent":"I am writing to you with a heart full of gratitude. Your generosity has officially stocked our Positive Behavior Student Store, providing the fuel for a system that transforms our classroom culture every single day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) system has moved from a concept into a tangible, exciting reality for my students. This store is truly the heartbeat of our school.\r\n\r\nThe Impact of Your Gift\r\n\r\nRecognition of Character: Students are earning points for the things that truly matter—showing empathy to a struggling classmate, maintaining focus during a tough lesson, or stepping up to lead a peer group.\r\n\r\nTangible Rewards: The items you funded aren't just \"trinkets.\" To my students, they are hard-earned symbols of their personal growth and commitment to our core values.\r\n\r\nLife Skills: By \"purchasing\" items with their credits, students are practicing basic financial literacy and delayed gratification in a way that feels rewarding and fun.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in these children and for helping me create a space where positivity is the currency. You haven't just bought supplies; you've bought moments of pride and a roadmap for better behavior.\r\n\r\nWith sincere thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1769135327778,"projectUrl":"project/building-character-one-reward-at-a-time/10010834/","projectTitle":"Building Character, One Reward at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7288045"},{"teacherId":1811811,"projectId":10027703,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your incredible support of our classroom. Your generous contributions to this project have brought a gift to our school: the magic of brand new books. While loving a good story is universal, teaching a book involves peeling back the layers of a text to help young minds grow. The beautiful new texts you provided are not just stories; they are powerful teaching tools. \r\n\r\nThe impact on individual students has been truly profound. Your incredible kindness has given my wonderful students so much more than just paper and ink. You have generously given them thrilling adventures, soaring confidence, and a truly lifelong love of essential learning. We will never forget this. Thank you for deeply investing in their amazingly bright futures today.","fullyFundedDate":1768681564602,"projectUrl":"project/build-a-library/10027703/","projectTitle":"Build a Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Herout","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1811811_orig.png?crop=700,700,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630600476447","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-herout"},{"teacherId":3845751,"projectId":9719163,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Physical Education program and for believing in the importance of helping students grow into healthy, confident, and resilient individuals. Physical Education is much more than \"playtime.\" It provides students with opportunities to develop teamwork, perseverance, leadership, and goal-setting skills. Regular physical activity also improves focus in the classroom, boosts mood, and helps students manage stress. Your generosity helps ensure that our students can experience these important benefits every day.\r\n\r\nMuch of our current PE equipment has been used for many years and is now broken, outdated, or unsafe. Because we are a Title I, equity-focused school, many of our students rely on school as their primary opportunity to explore sports, fitness, and structured physical activity. Your support allows us to replace essential items such as soccer balls, jump ropes, and hula hoops, while also introducing new equipment like scooters, parachutes, and team-building games. These resources will allow us to provide engaging activities that meet a wide range of ability levels and interests so every student feels included and motivated to participate.\r\n\r\nYour generosity will directly impact hundreds of students by providing safe, engaging, and inclusive opportunities for movement and play. Quality physical education supports not only physical health but also academic success, improved concentration, and stronger social skills. Because of you, our students will have the tools they need to stay active, build confidence, and develop lifelong healthy habits. Thank you for helping us create an environment where every child can move, learn, grow, and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1767506399310,"projectUrl":"project/active-kids-healthy-hearts-a-fresh-sta/9719163/","projectTitle":"Active Kids, Healthy Hearts: A Fresh Start for PE!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3845751_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472922391660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sally-clark"},{"teacherId":6849246,"projectId":10025633,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our first grade classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your support. Because of your donations, our students now have access to wiggle seats and fidget tools that help them stay focused and engaged throughout the day. These resources have been especially beneficial for students who need a little extra movement to concentrate, allowing them to participate more fully in lessons and feel more confident in their learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase boards, markers, and erasers you provided have transformed the way we practice and interact with new concepts. Students are more willing to take risks, solve problems, and share their thinking when they can easily revise their work. Additionally, the stickers you donated have become a powerful motivator, encouraging positive behavior, effort, and perseverance. Your kindness has helped create a more dynamic, supportive, and joyful classroom where every child has the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768673232291,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-breathe-and-rewards/10025633/","projectTitle":"Wiggle, Breathe, and Rewards!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Haley DeLeon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6849246_orig.jpg?crop=1671,1671,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569384678002","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6849246"},{"teacherId":8108619,"projectId":10003975,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our school counseling program. Your donation directly helps us create a safe, welcoming space where students can feel heard, supported, and empowered. With your help, we are able to provide essential resources such as calming tools, social-emotional learning materials, and incentives that encourage positive behavior and personal growth. These resources make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of our students, especially those who rely on our program for extra support.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, we are better equipped to meet the diverse emotional and behavioral needs of our students. Your contribution allows us to foster resilience, build confidence, and teach important life skills that extend far beyond the classroom. We are truly grateful for your commitment to our students' well-being and success. Thank you for investing in their future and helping us make a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1768930468497,"projectUrl":"project/many-hats-of-a-school-counselor-in-a-tit/10003975/","projectTitle":"Many Hats of a School Counselor in a Title I School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8108619_orig.jpg?crop=2627,2627,x0,y236&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633110834344","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8108619"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_49694","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":492,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":17,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":60,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":36.2,"schoolId":49694,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about R.E. 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