{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Richardson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1048125,"projectId":9509420,"letterContent":"Our second graders have been working incredibly hard to meet their behavior and learning goals. As part of our classroom incentive system, students earn cotton balls for positive choices. When our class jar is full, they get to celebrate by choosing a small trinket from the prize box.\r\nHere's a polished version you can use, combining your message with a focus on how kids love responsibility and classroom jobs:\r\n\r\nThe class was absolutely thrilled to receive our new cleaning gadgets that make taking care of our classroom fun! Everyone is eager for the job of using the push vacuum cleaner. We had one long ago that broke, so this replacement is perfect. The students even enjoy dusting now with the colorful, feathery dusters, and they love wiping down desks to help keep germs away.\r\n\r\nOur students truly enjoy having classroom jobs—they take great pride in being responsible and helping our room stay clean, safe, and organized. These tools give them a chance to feel important and contribute in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our classroom. Your generosity helps us build a positive and responsible learning environment every day.","fullyFundedDate":1762617155457,"projectUrl":"project/fun-class-jobs/9509420/","projectTitle":"Fun Class Jobs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krysh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1048125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502420038937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/grade2k"},{"teacherId":1048125,"projectId":9263935,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for donating towards my classroom. The students really enjoyed learning through craft activities. One of the pictures I posted was of the students creating a bucket filler with good qualities belong in the bucket. \r\nThe array craft was made from the students interests and pictures. The students had a fun time picking their objects to make an array. The kids are learning all about Fall and so we have been working on a few leaf projects. 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Your donation makes this possible for the children. I thank you for helping my classroom out.","fullyFundedDate":1746787021656,"projectUrl":"project/trinkets-bring-smiles/9264394/","projectTitle":"Trinkets Bring Smiles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krysh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1048125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502420038937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/grade2k"},{"teacherId":1048125,"projectId":9425311,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom. We were able to get some fun social emotional beginning of the year activities for students to do. The students really enjoyed the Alma's Worry Stone book. The students wrote about one of their worries and how to fix it. They also got to make a worry stone out of different color clays. \r\nThe students also got to read about being a bucket filler. We discussed how following directions is super important. The students were able to work in groups sorting pictures showing what was positive and negative. Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1752848214891,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-learning/9425311/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krysh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1048125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502420038937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/grade2k"},{"teacherId":1048125,"projectId":9351916,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my class get new tennis balls for their chairs. Starting the school year with this gift has made such a difference. The students were all excited to put the tennis balls on their chairs, and right away we noticed how much quieter the classroom became. For the first time, we can actually hear the announcements without chairs scraping across the floor and echoing through the room.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has created a calmer learning environment. With less noise and fewer distractions, my students can stay focused and enjoy their lessons. We are also working on adding tennis balls to the desks so both chairs and desks can move smoothly across the floor. This will make it easier for us to rearrange the room for group activities and learning centers.\r\n\r\nWe even have a few extra tennis balls on hand, which will be so helpful as the current ones wear down. This means the benefits of your donation will last well beyond the first week of school.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support. You've given my second graders the gift of a happy, quieter classroom, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1750256219914,"projectUrl":"project/tennis-ball-chairs-save-the-day/9351916/","projectTitle":"Tennis Ball Chairs Save The Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krysh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1048125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502420038937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/grade2k"},{"teacherId":1048125,"projectId":9122390,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the TPT gift card! At the start of the school year, we were able to pick out some fun and positive \"All About Me\" activities to help students feel seen and valued right away. We also added to our classroom's brag tag collection—students will get to earn tags for their necklaces as they demonstrate kindness, effort, and growth throughout the year.\r\n\r\nWe're especially grateful for the opportunity to include social-emotional learning resources. SEL items are so important for helping students build confidence, express themselves, and develop healthy relationships in the classroom. These tools make a lasting impact and truly support a positive start to the year.\r\n\r\nWe can't thank you enough for your generosity. It's always exciting to bring in fresh activities for the kids, and with your help, this is going to be a wonderful school year!","fullyFundedDate":1744070737936,"projectUrl":"project/basketball-learning-and-engagement/9122390/","projectTitle":"Basketball Learning and Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krysh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1048125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502420038937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/grade2k"},{"teacherId":1048125,"projectId":9220982,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the TPT gift card! At the start of the school year, we were able to pick out some fun and positive \"All About Me\" activities to help students feel seen and valued right away. We also added to our classroom's brag tag collection—students will get to earn tags for their necklaces as they demonstrate kindness, effort, and growth throughout the year.\r\n\r\nWe're especially grateful for the opportunity to include social-emotional learning resources. SEL items are so important for helping students build confidence, express themselves, and develop healthy relationships in the classroom. These tools make a lasting impact and truly support a positive start to the year.\r\n\r\nWe can't thank you enough for your generosity. It's always exciting to bring in fresh activities for the kids, and with your help, this is going to be a wonderful school year!","fullyFundedDate":1743764337700,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-gift-card/9220982/","projectTitle":"TpT Gift Card","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krysh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1048125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502420038937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/grade2k"},{"teacherId":1048125,"projectId":9144056,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping my classroom. The students love earning a trinket for good grades, kindness, and good behavior. The students fill a jar up with color cotton balls. When their jar is filled they get to pick a trinket from the prize box. The students are really enjoying the stuffed animals. \r\nThe students enjoy the Squishmellows as they are working to earn enough to make a collection. The students enjoy using the stuffed animals for comfort. We had a rain storm and they helped bring ease to many. \r\nWe couldn't get these special stuffed animals without your help. \r\nThank you so much for helping my class.","fullyFundedDate":1742959993910,"projectUrl":"project/stuffed-animals-for-kindness-behavior/9144056/","projectTitle":"Stuffed Animals for Kindness, Behavior, and Kindess","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krysh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1048125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502420038937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/grade2k"},{"teacherId":1048125,"projectId":9164961,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my class. They are ecstatic about the bubble wands and the friendship necklaces! They are flying off the shelf quickly when buckets are being filled. I am so happy to see the kindness kids want to share with the friends. They are trying so hard to earn cotton balls in their jar. \r\nThe students earn cotton balls for being kind to others. They earn cotton balls for hard work. They are such a loving group who try very hard. I am glad for your donations to help my class. We couldn't \r\nhave such great items without your help. \r\nThank you for helping make many second graders happy.","fullyFundedDate":1743090531624,"projectUrl":"project/prizebox-trinkets/9164961/","projectTitle":"Prizebox Trinkets","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krysh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1048125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502420038937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/grade2k"},{"teacherId":1048125,"projectId":9142449,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of Squishmallows! The children are absolutely ecstatic about collecting them, and their excitement is contagious. These cuddly friends have already brought so much joy and motivation to our classroom. Your gift has truly made a difference in their day-to-day experience, turning learning into something even more special and rewarding.\r\n\r\nBeyond being adorable and fun to collect, stuffed animals like Squishmallows play a valuable role in supporting second graders' social and emotional health. At this age, children are learning how to manage big feelings, build friendships, and gain confidence in themselves. Having a soft, comforting toy nearby can provide a sense of security and emotional regulation, especially during moments of stress or uncertainty. They also serve as a way for students to express their emotions and practice empathy, both of which are key parts of their development. Your donation is not just a collection of toys—it's a powerful tool that helps nurture growing hearts and minds.","fullyFundedDate":1742602518846,"projectUrl":"project/filling-buckets-with-kindness/9142449/","projectTitle":"Filling Buckets With Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krysh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1048125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502420038937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/grade2k"},{"teacherId":1048125,"projectId":9119283,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt thanks for these wonderful donations that will make a significant difference in my second-grade classroom. Your generosity is truly appreciated, and these items will help create a more supportive, calming, and focused environment for my students. Here's how they will help:\r\n\r\n1. **POP Fidget Toys**: These sensory tools will help my students manage stress, anxiety, and restlessness. They offer a fun and effective way for students to redirect their energy, especially those who may have ADHD or sensory processing needs. These will be used in our calming corner and during social-emotional learning activities to promote mindfulness and emotional regulation.\r\n\r\n2. **Plush Puppy Dog Stuffed Animals**: These soft, comforting stuffed animals will be a great emotional support for my students. They can cuddle with them when they feel overwhelmed, or use them for pretend play, helping to develop empathy and social skills. These toys will provide comfort and reassurance to students when they need it most.\r\n\r\n3. **Chair Bands**: These bands will help my students who need to fidget while sitting in their chairs, allowing them to stay focused without being disruptive. The chair bands will help students channel their energy in a calm, discreet way, supporting their concentration and keeping them engaged in lessons.\r\n\r\nThanks to these thoughtful donations, my classroom will be even more supportive, and my students will be able to focus, calm down, and learn in a positive, nurturing environment. I am so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1740513459267,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-items-to-help-us/9119283/","projectTitle":"Social-Emotional Items to Help Us","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krysh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1048125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502420038937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/grade2k"},{"teacherId":1048125,"projectId":8987787,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Your support plays a vital role in helping us maintain our engaging class reward system. Students work hard to earn cotton balls for their jars by demonstrating kindness, responsibility, respect, and putting effort into their work. These jars fill up as students show kindness to one another, complete their papers with hard work, and take responsibility for their actions in the classroom. They love seeing their progress and are always motivated to continue doing their best.\r\n\r\nAs the cost of trinkets increases, the prize box has become a special treat for the students. They are excited to earn fun items like airplanes, pencils, pens, suckers, clay, and snowmen for their efforts. Whether it's for saying \"please\" and \"thank you,\" or for helping with classroom chores like sweeping and wiping desks, students know that their positive behavior will be rewarded. The prize box serves as a tangible reminder of their hard work and good behavior. \r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate any donation to help keep this system running. Your contribution helps encourage students to be kind, responsible, and focused on their learning. Thank you again for your support—it makes all the difference in their classroom experience!","fullyFundedDate":1739373774122,"projectUrl":"project/bucker-fillers-showing-kindness-hard-w/8987787/","projectTitle":"Bucker Fillers Showing Kindness & Hard Work","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krysh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1048125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502420038937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/grade2k"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_85856","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":315,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":62,"percentAsian":8,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":65,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":8,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.3,"schoolId":85856,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Richardson Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Richardson Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/ohio/cuyahoga-falls-city-school-district/richardson-elementary-school/85856"}