{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Robert & Sandy Ellis Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9709217,"projectId":9994570,"letterContent":"We have successfully integrated these materials into multiple subject areas, including math, social studies, and science. In math, students have been able to use hands-on tools and technology to explore concepts in a more meaningful and interactive way. This has allowed them to build a deeper understanding of skills while working collaboratively in small groups. During social studies and science lessons, the materials have supported inquiry-based learning, encouraging students to ask questions, explore ideas, and make real-world connections.\r\n\r\nOne of the most impactful aspects of these products has been the opportunity to incorporate technology into both math and reading groups. Students were able to use their new devices to access learning platforms, complete interactive assignments, and work at their own pace. This has been especially beneficial for differentiation, as I can better meet the needs of all learners—whether they need additional support or enrichment. I have seen growth in both confidence and independence, as students take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nIn addition to academic benefits, these resources have also supported positive classroom culture. I was able to implement an incentive system that allowed me to reward students for their hard work, positive behavior, and perseverance. Whether earning small rewards or working toward larger class incentives, students were consistently motivated to do their best. This has helped create a supportive and encouraging environment where students celebrate their achievements and the successes of their peers.\r\n\r\nOverall, these products have made a meaningful difference in my classroom. They have enhanced instruction, increased engagement, and provided my students with opportunities to learn in ways that are both fun and effective. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to bring these resources into my classroom and for the positive impact they have had on my students' learning experiences. Thank you for giving my students this incredible opportunity!","fullyFundedDate":1768141697486,"projectUrl":"project/focus-fun-and-books/9994570/","projectTitle":"Focus, Fun, and Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. LoBue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9709217"},{"teacherId":5024898,"projectId":10006121,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, Helping Students Thrive with Digital SEL. Your generosity is making a meaningful difference in my students' daily experiences.\r\n\r\nWith your donation, I have implemented a digital Check In/Check Out (CICO) system—an evidence-based Tier 2 intervention that helps students build self-awareness and improve behavior. The digital format allows us to easily track progress and collect data, while also making the process more engaging for students. They enjoy reflecting on and rating their behavior using the computer, and the system is simple for both students and staff to use consistently.\r\n\r\nYour support also helped enhance our sand tray station with additional tools that give students a calming space to regulate their emotions. These resources help students de-escalate and refocus, allowing them to return to learning more successfully.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my classroom is becoming a more supportive and responsive environment where students can grow socially, emotionally, and academically. I look forward to expanding these supports to even more students in the future.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and investment in my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768341143791,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-thrive-with-digital-sel/10006121/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Thrive with Digital SEL","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coffey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5024898_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522694197958","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kendra-coffey"},{"teacherId":660654,"projectId":10016724,"letterContent":"Having games that teach not only logical thinking skills, but higher level reasoning with math or social situations is hard to come by in an educational setting! Not only are games quite expensive, but it has been difficult to find appropriate, high-interest games that cover all the bases. With these games we can utilize for our upcoming units, I am so excited to be able to share them with the students and have a new way to continue making learning fun! \r\n\r\nOver the past few years, family game nights seem to be disappearing due to technology and my students talk less and less about the fun nights they have playing a board game at home. I would love to create a system where families could also check out one of our games and play at home with each other. Thank you so much for all of your support for our classroom! We are grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1768509072322,"projectUrl":"project/games-for-the-gifted/10016724/","projectTitle":"Games for the Gifted!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cosgrove","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp660654_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502687500983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-cosgrove"},{"teacherId":5924170,"projectId":9988993,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom iPad. This device has become a central hub for how we track progress, share updates, and stay connected with families. I use it to log and analyze student data, send quick messages and photos to families, and streamline our parent communication so everyone stays in the loop about learning moments and upcoming events. The iPad also serves as a powerful tool for 1:1 writing conferences, where I provide timely feedback and students can revisit their work with easy access to revisions.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, technology is a familiar part of home life, but seeing it in action at school brings new opportunities. The most exciting part for my students is the immediacy and personalization—being able to see feedback, track growth, and celebrate small wins in real time. Some students have especially warmed to this technology, using the iPad to draft, revise, and reflect on their writing with renewed confidence. The device creates a personal learning space where students can experiment, ask questions, and receive targeted guidance.\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for your generosity. Your support is helping us build stronger writing skills, clearer communication with families, and a classroom culture where every student can engage with their learning in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1768058246309,"projectUrl":"project/11-moments-ipads-for-tailored-teacher-/9988993/","projectTitle":"1:1 Moments: iPads for Tailored Teacher-Student Feedback","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Snyder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5924170_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538411243796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/horton48"},{"teacherId":2135948,"projectId":9993874,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for the iPad, pen, and case that you provided for my ELA and Social Studies classroom. The technology has already had a significant impact on my students' learning. They are able to access interactive texts, annotate readings digitally, and engage in activities that make abstract concepts in Social Studies more concrete. For example, students can use the iPad to highlight evidence in a text and organize their thoughts before writing a response, which has improved both their comprehension and writing skills.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most about this technology is how it allows them to learn in ways that feel engaging and modern. The pen makes it easy for them to take notes, draw diagrams, and complete assignments in a format that feels natural, like writing on paper but with the benefits of digital tools. They love using apps that let them collaborate on projects or receive instant feedback, which keeps them motivated and encourages active participation.\r\n\r\nI've noticed that some students who are usually hesitant about writing or struggle with focus have especially warmed to the iPad. They feel more confident using the technology, and it allows them to express their ideas in creative ways they wouldn't have tried on paper. The iPad has truly made learning more accessible, interactive, and fun for all of my students, and I can already see the positive effects on their engagement and growth.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom and helping my students thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1768172933199,"projectUrl":"project/write-on-bringing-digital-ink-to-5th-gr/9993874/","projectTitle":"Write On! Bringing Digital Ink to 5th Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gabriel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2135948_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676003751840","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-gabriel"},{"teacherId":4619824,"projectId":9998139,"letterContent":"Fractions can be a difficult concept for young learners and it just introduced in third grade. Having these manipulatives has been so helpful is providing hands on visuals. \r\n\r\nStudents are learning and being able to see what one-half is and one-third. They are able to make comparisons that surprised them such as seeing that one half (1/2) is larger than one eighth (1/8). Without the visuals they were confused how a larger number could be smaller. Students are able to get in groups to practice these skills with our new manipulatives not just with fraction bars but also with fraction circles. \r\n\r\nWith our new color printer students have been so excited to print images of historical figures for our living was museum reports and presentations. They have a sense of pride being able to see their research in action. We are so very grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768155313897,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-tools-and-resources/9998139/","projectTitle":"Classroom Tools and Resources!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johlfs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4619824_orig.jpg?crop=351,352,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715124019712","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4619824"},{"teacherId":9376889,"projectId":10036108,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping expand our classroom library. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to a wider variety of books that reflect different interests and reading levels.\r\n\r\nThese new materials will encourage a love of reading, support learning across subjects, and help every student find books they feel excited and confident to read. Your generosity is opening doors to imagination, curiosity, and lifelong learning for our students.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support and for investing in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1768744911394,"projectUrl":"project/expanding-our-classroom-library/10036108/","projectTitle":"Expanding Our Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valerio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9376889"},{"teacherId":1667814,"projectId":9989389,"letterContent":"Thanks to this Donors Choose project, our classroom has become even more hands-on, collaborative, and engaging. We use the stand-up whiteboards and table-top whiteboard rolls daily for math problem solving, quick checks for understanding, and small-group discussions. One favorite moment was during a recent math lesson when students worked through multi-step problems on their whiteboards, proudly holding them up to explain their thinking. The magnetic graph chart has also been a game-changer, allowing us to model data, graph results together, and make abstract concepts more visual and interactive. The states and capitals puzzles have added an exciting, tactile element to our social studies rotations, helping students reinforce geography skills through teamwork and play.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate and contagious. They couldn't wait to grab markers, unroll the whiteboards on their tables, and explore the puzzles. Several students commented on how \"real\" the classroom felt and how much they loved being able to write, erase, and try again without fear of making mistakes. That sense of freedom has boosted confidence and participation. Students are more willing to take risks, share answers, and support one another.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll continue building on these tools as we dive deeper into problem-solving, data analysis, and geography skills. Students will use the whiteboards to prepare explanations for math discussions and formative assessments, while the graph chart will support upcoming lessons on interpreting data. The state and capital puzzles will be incorporated into review stations and enrichment activities as we strengthen map skills. Because of your generosity, our students are learning in ways that are active, joyful, and meaningful. We are so grateful for the peek you've taken into our classroom and the lasting impact you've made.","fullyFundedDate":1768401748710,"projectUrl":"project/math-in-motion-hands-on-learning-for-fi/9989389/","projectTitle":"Math in Motion: Hands-On Learning for Fifth Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Deveraux","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1667814_orig.png?crop=452,452,x0,y39&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633734010511","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsdeveraux"},{"teacherId":1667814,"projectId":8024602,"letterContent":"Since receiving the new resources, my students have been actively using them during daily lessons and small-group work. One especially meaningful moment was watching students collaborate on a hands-on project where they applied new concepts with confidence and excitement. When the materials first arrived, the classroom energy was electric—students were eager to explore, asked thoughtful questions, and immediately wanted to begin using them. It was clear they felt proud and valued knowing someone believed in their learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of these resources, our next steps include deeper project-based learning and independent practice tied to our current unit. Students will continue building skills through interactive lessons, reflection, and collaboration, allowing them to grow both academically and personally as the unit progresses.","fullyFundedDate":1700013071470,"projectUrl":"project/well-rounded-education/8024602/","projectTitle":"Well Rounded Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Deveraux","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1667814_orig.png?crop=452,452,x0,y39&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633734010511","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsdeveraux"},{"teacherId":660654,"projectId":9389012,"letterContent":"It is hard to describe how amazing the donations of books has been for our classroom. We have (55) 4th and 5th grade GATE students that have read and completed The Red Pyramid. The books have handled many trips home and even on their vacations and because they are hardback, I know our future students will be able to enjoy them for years to come. \r\n\r\nThe fire that is lit inside students when they complete something that challenged them, even when they doubted themselves, is indescribable. Many of the students were able to begin the next book in the series and our school librarian even ordered more copies so that more students could continue reading about the adventures of the characters as they conquered Ancient Egypt. \r\n\r\nThe other books we received were equally wonderful: our Battle of the Books groups begin meeting next month and students have come regularly to check out copies of the Battle books from our classroom, even students that are in surrounding rooms who knew I had copies have come to check them out, too! It feels wonderful to have access to so many books that are begin used happily! Thank you again for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1755728950191,"projectUrl":"project/brilliant-books-for-brilliant-brains/9389012/","projectTitle":"Brilliant Books for Brilliant Brains!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cosgrove","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp660654_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502687500983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-cosgrove"},{"teacherId":4619824,"projectId":9287724,"letterContent":"Our school has an amazing AR program which encourages students to read while also working on comprehension. By proving these new books for our classroom our students are further encouraged to participate more in our accelerated reading program. \r\n\r\nThe students are thrilled to have a greater selection of books to choose from thanks to your support!\r\n\r\nYour generous donations are putting books in the hands of readers every day. Thank you so much for your generosity and also for helping to encourage a love for reading!","fullyFundedDate":1756262093082,"projectUrl":"project/nurturing-a-love-of-reading/9287724/","projectTitle":"Nurturing a Love of Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johlfs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4619824_orig.jpg?crop=351,352,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715124019712","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4619824"},{"teacherId":2135948,"projectId":9172076,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift to our classroom! Because of you, my 5th graders now have class sets of novels to read, discuss, and enjoy together. Having their own copies in hand makes such a difference—it allows every student to fully participate, follow along, annotate, and dive deeper into the story.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was immediate. Students couldn't wait to crack open the books. 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