{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Elementary School 12","outOfStateSupporters":28.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9397956,"projectId":9381009,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in providing these wonderful books for my students. The arrival of these texts has transformed our classroom into a place filled with excitement and curiosity. Each day, my students eagerly reach for the new books, and it has been amazing to see their enthusiasm grow as they explore stories that spark both their imagination and critical thinking.\r\n\r\nThese books have given us opportunities to practice key reading skills such as identifying main ideas, making inferences, and exploring new vocabulary in context. During our reading groups, students have been able to connect with characters, discuss themes, and even relate what they are reading to their own lives. One student who typically struggles with focus has been captivated by one of the new series, and he now volunteers to read aloud—something he once avoided. Another student has started writing her own short stories after being inspired by a favorite author in our new collection.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom no longer feels like a task—it feels like an adventure. Your support has not only provided books, but it has also built confidence, created joy, and encouraged students to see themselves as lifelong readers. We are truly grateful that you helped make this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1754070816688,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-reading-with-wonder-and-mor/9381009/","projectTitle":"Rolling Into Reading With Wonder and More!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9397956_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759154413928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9397956"},{"teacherId":219683,"projectId":9236442,"letterContent":"On behalf of my 5th-grade scholars, thank you for your generous donation of a class set of Forty Acres and Maybe a Mule. The excitement when the books arrived was contagious—students couldn't wait to start reading!\r\n We enjoyed the novel as a whole class, in small groups, and independently. Scholars explored metaphors, similes, and other figurative language, asked thoughtful questions about the Reconstruction era, and even began conducting their own research.\r\n Your gift sparked incredible creativity—students wrote poems, performed skits, delivered monologues, created newspaper articles, and designed board games inspired by the story. These projects helped them connect deeply with the characters, history, and themes.\r\n Because of your generosity, my students experienced learning that was engaging, collaborative, and memorable. Thank you for investing in the minds and hearts of young readers.","fullyFundedDate":1744247639292,"projectUrl":"project/voices-of-freedom-empowering-readers-th/9236442/","projectTitle":"Voices of Freedom: Empowering Readers Through Historical Fiction","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. MARTINCONYERS","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/219683"},{"teacherId":9397956,"projectId":9225505,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of our novels to our 4th and 5th grade classroom! These books have made a powerful difference in our students' reading experience. The new texts are not only helping students strengthen their comprehension and vocabulary skills, but they are also sparking meaningful discussions around theme, character development, and authors purpose. We've used these novels to practice inferencing, identify figurative language, and connect text to self - skills that are essential for young readers' growth. \r\n\r\nReading time has become one the most engaging parts of our day. Students gather in small groups to take turns reading aloud, pausing to share predictions, ask questions, or highlight interesting quotes. One student who used to shy away from independent reading now proudly volunteers to read to the class. Another student, who struggles with comprehension, has shown great progress by using the new books to practice making connections between chapters and summarizing key points. The joy and confidence growing from these reading experiences are immeasurable. \r\n\r\nYour support has truly created a ripple effect in our classroom. These books are more than just stories - they are opportunities, tools, and inspiration for our students to build their literacy and love of reading. Thank you again for investing in their futures.","fullyFundedDate":1744219349268,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-grow-a-love-for-reading/9225505/","projectTitle":"Help Us Grow a Love for Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9397956_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759154413928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9397956"},{"teacherId":9635218,"projectId":9009754,"letterContent":"I would like to take this time to say thank you. My students and I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous donation. Your support played a vital role in providing my students with the resources they need to succeed academically and beyond.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, my students now have access to materials that is assisting them in being more organized and productive. Your kindness not only eases financial burdens but also inspires our students to work harder and strive for excellence.\r\n\r\nYour donation is more than just a gift—it is an investment in the future of our students, empowering them with opportunities they might not have had otherwise. I am deeply grateful for your commitment to education and your belief in the potential of every student.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your generosity and support.","fullyFundedDate":1735157866079,"projectUrl":"project/let-the-learning-begin/9009754/","projectTitle":"Let the Learning Begin","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kinchen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9635218"},{"teacherId":9594194,"projectId":8819693,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible support in bringing a financial literacy library to my classroom. The impact of your generosity has been profound, as these books have not only enriched our learning environment but have also opened up critical conversations about money, decision-making, and life skills that will serve my students for years to come.\r\n\r\nThe books have allowed me to teach essential skills such as budgeting, saving, and distinguishing between needs and wants in ways that are engaging and relatable. \r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is interactive and dynamic. Students often work in small groups to explore a book together, pausing to annotate and discuss how financial decisions unfold in the narrative. At other times, we engage in read-aloud sessions where I model thinking aloud about a character's choices or challenge students to predict what might happen next.\r\n\r\nFor independent reading, students select books that resonate with their interests, whether that's learning about how to save for a dream goal or understanding the history of financial systems. Many of the books have sparked lively debates and role-play activities, where students act out scenarios like negotiating a budget or brainstorming creative ways to earn income.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have particularly stood out in their engagement with the new books. One student, who often struggles with traditional academic tasks, became captivated by a story about a young entrepreneur. \r\n\r\nYour support has transformed our classroom into a space where financial literacy comes alive. These books are more than just stories; they are tools of empowerment, helping my students build knowledge, confidence, and a foundation for their futures. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1732214843192,"projectUrl":"project/financial-literacy-for-kids/8819693/","projectTitle":"Financial Literacy for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9594194_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721664832285","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9594194"},{"teacherId":9635218,"projectId":8587785,"letterContent":"I would to take this time to write a letter of appreciation for your generous contribution to my classroom. I am a firm believer that reading is fundamental to the learning process. Because of your donations of the books, the students are able to take the books home and read. When they read a certain amount of books, they earn an award. I've noticed the excitement they have about reading and because of this, I am excited. \r\nAlso, the donations of the wipe off boards to assist them with their math. I find them taking them out to use the different strategies they have learned to solve math without any reminders from me. \r\nWithout your donations, this would not have been possible.","fullyFundedDate":1726499818169,"projectUrl":"project/students-read-to-learn/8587785/","projectTitle":"Students Read to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kinchen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9635218"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82056","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":482,"numTeachers":38,"percentFrplEligible":72,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":25,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":71,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"12.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":72.0,"schoolId":82056,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Elementary School 12 on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Elementary School 12","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/paterson-public-schools/elementary-school-12/82056"}