{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Central Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":39.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4942043,"projectId":9295830,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support for our classroom. The materials in this project were specific to aide in our morning routine and getting set up for the day. Students come in each morning, and after unpacking their things, get to play with one of the toys at their table. This creates a calm energy in our classroom. Students are excited to get to school and see what else we will learn as the day progresses. Students also work on other social skills like sharing, taking turns, expressive language, and being patient. What a great way to start the day in Kindergarten; thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1746462531946,"projectUrl":"project/morning-maker-bin-magic/9295830/","projectTitle":"Morning Maker Bin Magic!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pimentel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4942043_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524276268894","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alliepimentel"},{"teacherId":4942043,"projectId":9048507,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation and support to my classroom. The materials in this project were specifically used for the beginning of this school year. The plastic sleeves and book bins were used to label each student's cubby and contain their math materials. This gives students a sense of ownership in the classroom and builds their confidence as learners. The key clasps were especially important as they are used to label each child's backpack with how they are getting home each day. Thank you again for your continued support to my students!","fullyFundedDate":1742873616093,"projectUrl":"project/beginning-of-the-year-basics-part-2/9048507/","projectTitle":"Beginning of the Year Basics, Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pimentel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4942043_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524276268894","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alliepimentel"},{"teacherId":4942043,"projectId":9618471,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your donation and continued support for my classroom. The materials that were purchased in this project has helped organize our Independent Writing, Independent Reading, and Independent Word Work centers throughout the day. Students know where to house all of their materials for each center, which helps promote independence, build confidence, and create more time for learning in the classroom.\r\n\r\nOne of the most important items in this project was the magnetic shelves. They are used to help me prop up big books for whole group Reading lessons. The shelves help ensure that all students can see the big books, and in turn, have easy access to what objective I am teaching each day. Thank you again for your help with this project!","fullyFundedDate":1756313706181,"projectUrl":"project/little-organizers-sorting-storing-wit/9618471/","projectTitle":"Little Organizers: Sorting & Storing with Style!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pimentel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4942043_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524276268894","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alliepimentel"},{"teacherId":9371280,"projectId":9025989,"letterContent":"Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, our Central Elementary kindergarten through fourth-grade students are now enjoying a revitalized kickball experience! We received a fantastic set of new kickballs, bases, and cones, transforming our recess and physical education time. The students immediately put these resources to use, engaging in lively kickball games that promote teamwork, coordination, and healthy activity. One particularly memorable moment occurred during a fourth-grade PE class. We organized a mini-tournament, and the excitement was palpable. The new, brightly colored kickballs made the game more engaging, and the clearly marked bases ensured a fair and organized play. The students' cheers and laughter filled the air, demonstrating the joy and physical benefits they derived from the new equipment.\r\nThe students' reactions upon seeing the new kickball equipment were absolutely priceless. Their eyes lit up with excitement as they eagerly unpacked the vibrant balls and set up the bases. The younger students were especially thrilled by the soft, easy-to-kick balls, allowing them to participate with confidence. The cones provided clear boundaries, enhancing the sense of a real game. The immediate engagement and enthusiasm underscored the importance of providing high-quality equipment for physical activity. It was heartwarming to witness the instant boost in their motivation to play and be active, and how this new equipment has fostered a sense of community and fun during their recess time.\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to integrate the kickball equipment into our ongoing curriculum to further enhance our students' wellness and development. We're developing a series of lessons that focus on strategic gameplay, sportsmanship, and the importance of physical activity. We will also incorporate the new equipment into our after-school program, providing additional opportunities for students to engage in active play. Furthermore, we intend to use the cones to create obstacle courses and other physical challenges, promoting agility and problem-solving skills. We are so grateful for our donors' support which has allowed us to take these next steps in promoting our students' physical and social-emotional well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1735912772322,"projectUrl":"project/the-wellness-challenge-kickball-rules-o/9025989/","projectTitle":"The Wellness Challenge- Kickball Rules of Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Gaskell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371280_orig.jpg?crop=350,350,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1735838966278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371280"},{"teacherId":3233027,"projectId":8933608,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation towards our small group STEAM activities. Your support made it possible for us to create a sensory bin with instant snow and polar animal figurines, which has been a hit with the kids! We've also been utilizing aqua brushes and aqua pens, enhancing the students' creative experiences. All of these materials have been used multiple times, across several days. The students have looked forward to working towards earning these items as extra \"fun\" activities, not even realizing the educational benefits. They have been perfect during this winter season where we have had more time indoors than some previous winters. I have been enjoying listening to their conversations, dramatic play, and problem solving. Additionally, the utility cart you helped fund has been invaluable for storing and transporting our library books and STEM materials weekly. Your contribution truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1731550584984,"projectUrl":"project/imagination-innovation-and-independenc/8933608/","projectTitle":"Imagination, Innovation, and Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Keely","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3233027_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606869680270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/skeely"},{"teacherId":4942043,"projectId":8915439,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of our classroom. The materials in this project are/will be used for a variety of resources ranging from instructional materials to organizing student materials.\r\n\r\nOne of the most useful materials from this project are the toothbrush holders. Each student gets a toothbrush holder to hold their pencils. It helps teach students how to be accountable and responsible for their materials, while also helping keep their supplies organized.\r\n\r\nAnother material that has been (and will continue to be very useful are the Scotch laminating sheets and sheet protectors. These are used for many things, such as laminating student materials and games so that they can reuse them again and again. Thank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1733586457141,"projectUrl":"project/beginning-of-the-year-basics/8915439/","projectTitle":"Beginning of the Year Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pimentel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4942043_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524276268894","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alliepimentel"},{"teacherId":4942043,"projectId":8267279,"letterContent":"My students have been working hard learning their letters and sounds in order to get ready to read books. We are finally at the point in the year where we are blending sounds together to read words.\r\n\r\nMy students were beyond excited when they saw our new set of Bob Books. Not only were the books new, but my students could actually read them! This helps build all student's confidence in learning how to read and helps instill a love of learning. As students keep progressing and learning reading skills, the differentiated levels of the Bob books will help further student learning in growing as readers. Thank you so much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1710904456770,"projectUrl":"project/bob-books-for-radiant-readers/8267279/","projectTitle":"Bob Books for Radiant Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pimentel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4942043_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524276268894","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alliepimentel"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_81499","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":351,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":21,"percentAsian":38,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":35,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":14,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"9.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":60.4,"schoolId":81499,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Central Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Central Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/east-brunswick-public-school-district/central-elementary-school/81499"}