{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Andrew J Rickoff Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3869402,"projectId":9583711,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students in my 7th and 8th grade classes at A J Rickoff Elementary School in Cleveland, Ohio, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donations toward our new science materials.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students are no longer just reading about scientific concepts in a textbook—they are seeing it with their own eyes. This equipment has turned our classroom into a true laboratory where students can practice the same techniques used by professional scientists.\r\n\r\nThe supplies you provided have made it possible for in-depth hands on learning, up-to-date technology, and enriched learning opportunities. This has helped transform abstract concepts into real-world understanding, boost engagement, develop critical skills like problem-solving and teamwork, and foster a deeper passion for STEM fields.\r\n\r\nYour investment in their education is building the curiosity and confidence they need to become the next generation of innovators. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1758815053503,"projectUrl":"project/everyone-can-fall-in-love-with-science/9583711/","projectTitle":"Everyone Can Fall in Love With Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schmoldt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3869402"},{"teacherId":8980313,"projectId":9723540,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students are now learning science in a way that feels real and exciting! The hydroponics system has completely changed how we approach lessons. Students are using the new resources to grow plants without soil, monitor water quality, and record growth data in their science journals. During a recent lab, they measured pH levels and adjusted nutrients to keep the plants healthy, skills that connect directly to real-world agriculture and sustainability.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was incredible! Students crowded around the boxes asking, \"Are we really going to grow food in class?\" and \"Can we eat what we grow?\" Their curiosity quickly turned into deep engagement as they began setting up the system and making predictions about plant growth.\r\nNext, we'll be harvesting our first batch of greens and exploring topics like food systems and environmental responsibility. This project has sparked conversations about healthy eating and innovation in farming. Thank you for making this hands-on learning possible!","fullyFundedDate":1760749197074,"projectUrl":"project/from-tank-to-table-hands-on-hydroponics/9723540/","projectTitle":"From Tank to Table: Hands-On Hydroponics and Aquaponics STEM Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. N","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8980313_orig.jpg?crop=667,667,x0,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691877614619","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8980313"},{"teacherId":8980313,"projectId":9628219,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have the perfect tools to stay organized and take ownership of their learning! The science binders have completely changed how we approach lessons. During a recent unit on ecosystems, students used their binders to keep vocabulary, diagrams, and lab data all in one place. It was amazing to see them confidently flip through their notes and make connections between concepts without losing important materials.\r\nWhen the binders first arrived, the excitement was contagious! Students immediately began decorating and personalizing their binders, saying things like, \"Now I can keep everything together!\" and \"This makes me feel like a real scientist!\" That sense of pride and responsibility has carried over into their work.\r\nNext, we'll be starting a STEM design challenge where students will plan, sketch, and record their progress in these binders. Your generosity has given them the structure and confidence to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1755777752150,"projectUrl":"project/organized-for-discovery-science-binders/9628219/","projectTitle":"Organized for Discovery: Science Binders for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. N","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8980313_orig.jpg?crop=667,667,x0,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691877614619","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8980313"},{"teacherId":8980313,"projectId":9771386,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\nThanks to your generous support, our classroom has been completely transformed! The new seating options have given students the flexibility to choose where and how they learn best. During a recent science inquiry project, students were able to collaborate in small groups at comfortable tables while others worked independently in cozy seating areas. This freedom has boosted engagement and allowed students to focus on their learning without distractions.\r\nWhen the seating first arrived, the excitement was incredible! Students walked in and said things like, \"This feels like a college classroom!\" and \"I love having choices!\" It was amazing to see how something as simple as seating could make them feel valued and motivated.\r\nNext, we'll be starting an engineering design challenge where students will brainstorm, sketch, and build prototypes. The flexible seating will allow them to move easily between collaboration and independent work, creating an environment that supports creativity and problem-solving. Your support has truly made this possible. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where students thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1760749026770,"projectUrl":"project/seating-for-success-boosting-engagement/9771386/","projectTitle":"Seating for Success: Boosting Engagement and Achievement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. N","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8980313_orig.jpg?crop=667,667,x0,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691877614619","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8980313"},{"teacherId":8980313,"projectId":9818665,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible support, my students now have the essential supplies they need to succeed! These materials have made a huge difference in our daily learning. For example, during a recent science lab on chemical reactions, students were able to use their own notebooks and organizational tools to record observations and analyze results without worrying about missing resources. It created a sense of independence and pride in their work.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, the excitement was overwhelming! Students eagerly unpacked the boxes, saying things like, \"Now I can keep all my notes in one place!\" and \"I feel like a real scientist!\" It was such a joy to see their confidence grow simply because they had the tools they needed.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be starting a STEM design challenge where students will plan, sketch, and build prototypes. These supplies will help them stay organized and prepared as they tackle complex problems. Your generosity has given them the foundation to learn, create, and dream big. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1760702921387,"projectUrl":"project/success-starts-with-supplies/9818665/","projectTitle":"Success Starts with Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. N","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8980313_orig.jpg?crop=667,667,x0,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691877614619","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8980313"},{"teacherId":8980313,"projectId":9619246,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a dynamic learning environment! The flexible seating and new resources have allowed students to collaborate in ways that were never possible before. Recently, during a science inquiry project on ecosystems, students were able to move into small groups, spread out comfortably, and use the new materials to design their own food web models. The energy in the room was incredible. Students were engaged, asking questions, and taking ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was contagious! Students walked in and immediately started exploring the new seating options, saying things like, \"This feels like a real science lab!\" and \"I can't wait to work here!\" It was amazing to see their faces light up and their confidence grow as they realized this space was designed for them.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be diving into a hands-on engineering challenge where students will design and build prototypes to solve real-world problems. These resources will continue to give them the freedom to think creatively and work collaboratively. Your support has truly made a lasting impact. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where learning goes beyond the desk!","fullyFundedDate":1757953268157,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-the-desk-creating-a-dynamic-lear/9619246/","projectTitle":"Beyond the Desk: Creating a Dynamic Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. N","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8980313_orig.jpg?crop=667,667,x0,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691877614619","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8980313"},{"teacherId":8274748,"projectId":9920778,"letterContent":"The students were so excited to receive the robot kits, dancing robot, circuits, rocks/gems, and specimen set! I wasn't sure if all of the students would understand how to connect the circuits and go through the steps of lining up the red lines on the side and pushing them together, then using the different switches, but all of them are so amazed at making them work. One student was helping another student and he said, \"are your red lines together\". The other student replied, \"yes\" and started to whine a bit. The student helping said, \"don't worry, we will check it out\". He quickly said, \"I found the problem. You have to push it together more\". They are working together so well with these new materials. \r\nThe Roybi robot and the blue and white robot were the two boxes that were \"OPEN IMMEDIATLY\" when the students seen them! While I was downloading an app for Roybi, we started to use the blue and white robot. The students love talking to him, dancing with him, and setting the learning mode for learning facts. \r\nThey asked if we were getting a robot vacuum! I laughed and said maybe next year! They are so excited to build the robot kits. That will happen in January after the winter break! Thank you all so much for your support with our STEM project!!","fullyFundedDate":1764014557642,"projectUrl":"project/prek-stem-bugs-bots-and-building/9920778/","projectTitle":"PreK STEM: Bugs, Bots and Building","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8274748"},{"teacherId":10221027,"projectId":9646599,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our class project come to life. These materials have become part of our daily routine. The students were so excited to have new cushions to sit on during morning meeting and carpet time. Some of my students with noise sensitivity were relieved to have headphones so they could concentrate and focus. It has helped so much with those students who become easily overstimulated and distracted by noise. The chair bands have been so great at helping my students stay in their seats. They now can bounce their legs on the bands instead of jumping up and down. I as their teacher have been extremely relieved to implement the use of these materials. The visual timer has been very helpful during calm corner breaks, center based activities, and transitions. My students and I are extremely grateful for your generosity and support. Once again, thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1757064425616,"projectUrl":"project/being-flexible-in-special-ed/9646599/","projectTitle":"Being Flexible in Special Ed.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Billingsley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10221027"},{"teacherId":9967544,"projectId":9161359,"letterContent":"I sincerely appreciate your generous donation to my project, \"Communication with Play.\" The new toys are significantly motivating my students to engage in communication. They are enthusiastic about playing with the toys, which is facilitating meaningful communication interactions among them. The students' eyes light up upon seeing the toys, indicating heightened engagement and communication as they express a desire to use them. For instance, the toy massager has proven particularly appealing. Students on the autism spectrum often enjoy sensory toys, utilizing core vocabulary to request \"more\" or \"turn on.\" Additionally, some students are specifying which body part they wish to have massaged, thereby incorporating fringe vocabulary into their interactions.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1747504612465,"projectUrl":"project/communication-through-play/9161359/","projectTitle":"Communication through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Klein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9967544"},{"teacherId":4485479,"projectId":9374128,"letterContent":"Thank you for fulfilling our most recent Donor's Choose project. Through the years, I was blessed to have some things passed down to me in terms of organization and storage, unfortunately, after nearly 20 years, many of those pieces had seen better days. With your generosity, I was able to get three brand new pieces. I came back to school in August with this wonderful surprise waiting in the office for us. these allow me to organize daily lesson plans and papers, store supplies needed for myself and for the students, and declutter.","fullyFundedDate":1753572912461,"projectUrl":"project/organize-our-supplies/9374128/","projectTitle":"Organize Our Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Day","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4485479"},{"teacherId":8349673,"projectId":9127170,"letterContent":"The Pre-K scholars were overjoyed when we received our packages. I wish the excitement could've been bottled and sold when opening the boxes. The kids couldn't believe they were going to be able to make their own personal puzzles.\r\n\r\nWe created personalized puzzles as one of their end of the year gifts. We decided on making the puzzle with a picture from the first day of school and a picture from the last week of school. The project was bitter sweet. We actually saw physical and emotional growth from the two pictures. It warmed our hearts to see how far they had come. The puzzles are great keepsakes for our families. Moving forward I think it will be a part of our end of the year gifts. To improve upon our project I think we will make them into a puzzle magnet. I think that would be even cooler!\r\n\r\nThank you for making it possible for us to give this great memory as a keepsake!","fullyFundedDate":1743952143343,"projectUrl":"project/puzzling-for-autism-first-and-last-day/9127170/","projectTitle":"“Puzzling” for Autism First and Last Day of PreK","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8349673_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740350501389","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8349673"},{"teacherId":9696009,"projectId":8687971,"letterContent":"First, we would like to thank each of you for your contribution to our class \" Rm 129 R. Sims Eagles\" @ Andrew J. Rickoff. The scholars were excited to receive the material. Upon opening the boxes, one of my scholars watched with anticipation to see the many surprises. The resources have been used to make a connection between previously taught learning targets and individual goals. Hands on materials (manipulatives) allow them to show what they've learned. Scholars can use the resources during instructional and free time. \r\n\r\nStudents are allowed to work together at the small group tables which gives them an opportunity to build on learned academic skills and increase positive peer interactions and social skills. On one occasion two students were able to sit together and work with Associate Teacher on counting objects, colors, sorting and putting puzzles together. It was awesome to see them sit together for a long period of time. Bean bags are used in our break area for students that need a sensory break or time to play together. \r\n\r\nThe puzzles helped with letter recognition and for some of our scholars who love letters they enjoyed lining them up and placing them on the puzzle. This helped to improve letter recognition. Students will continue to use the material to assist with learning and those identified skills; for example, rhyming words, counting objects bears or puzzle pieces, positive peer interaction. Instead of using worksheets students will have hands on materials that they can touch, feel and learn from. \r\n\r\nWe thank you from the bottom of our HEARTS for your donation/contribution to our classroom. It is because of you our students' received materials that assisted with sensory processing, and they have enjoyed sorting and putting puzzles together.","fullyFundedDate":1735692881797,"projectUrl":"project/new-beginnings/8687971/","projectTitle":"New Beginnings","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R. 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