{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jefferson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":33.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7139620,"projectId":9479022,"letterContent":"My students and I are incredibly thankful for your generous donations! When I told them about this project, the students were so excited that they started to cheer. They got more excited every time we received another box of books. So far, we have had two selections. Both days, they couldn't stop smiling and kept asking \"I can keep this?\". They are thrilled to start their own personal libraries and cheered very loud when I told them they would get at least 4 more books this year!\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, we read on a daily basis. We read together, in small groups, the students read individually, and we always end the day with a read aloud. Some students are learning to read and some can read on their own. Having books to practice with at home is such a helpful resource for all the students!\r\n\r\nI try to instill a genuine love of books and literacy in every student that walks through my classroom. This group of students is definitely begin to development that love of reading and I hope they will continue to foster that love throughout their lives. Thank you all for helping them get this start!","fullyFundedDate":1760654329002,"projectUrl":"project/lets-catch-young-with-a-good-book/9479022/","projectTitle":"Let's Catch Young With A Good Book!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salabsky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7139620_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596739896597","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7139620"},{"teacherId":9375098,"projectId":9432038,"letterContent":"A classroom library with books that are appropriate for first graders helps students grow as readers, thinkers, and learners. It supports academic success, nurtures a love of books, and makes reading an enjoyable and meaningful part of their daily life. Having books right in the classroom means reading can happen any time—during free time, transitions, or reading blocks. This:\r\n-Builds consistency\r\n-Reinforces the importance of reading\r\n-Gives students more time to practice\r\n\r\nAppropriate books mean students aren't overwhelmed, which helps build reading confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1754600702484,"projectUrl":"project/building-blocks-of-reading/9432038/","projectTitle":"Building Blocks of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cabrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9375098_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750168338886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9375098"},{"teacherId":9375098,"projectId":9367184,"letterContent":"A cozy, inviting space with a carpet and books makes reading feel enjoyable and special. When children associate reading with comfort and calm, they're more likely to develop a lifelong love of books.\r\nA designated reading area helps minimize distractions. The carpet defines a quiet space where students can concentrate better, making it easier for them to stay engaged with books.\r\nFirst graders learn routines by using the reading area regularly—for example, during quiet reading time. They're also given responsibility to care for books and keep the space tidy.","fullyFundedDate":1750774630376,"projectUrl":"project/welcoming-comfort-to-our-reading-space/9367184/","projectTitle":"Welcoming Comfort to Our Reading Space","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cabrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9375098_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750168338886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9375098"},{"teacherId":9393685,"projectId":9175167,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much!\r\n\r\nMy students were absolutely thrilled to be part of unwrapping our new classroom items! Their faces lit up with joy as they imagined getting to use each gift.\r\n\r\nThe beanbag chairs are a beautiful color and have made our reading corner a cozy and inviting spot to open a story. The new desks are perfect for small group work with the overhead projector. I can gather six students at the front to work on math, each with their own desk. The kids love having their own spot, and after giving clear instructions on how to care for them, I'm happy to report that they are all still in great shape!\r\n\r\nThe scoop chairs are a wonderful addition to our classroom as well. The students enjoy moving them into small groups and using them to read to one another. They truly support our goal of peer learning and collaboration.\r\n\r\nThis donation was a perfect fit for our classroom. The multiple seating options allow my students to choose what works best for their learning and comfort. Some prefer the beanbags for quiet reading, while others enjoy working at desks or sitting in scoop chairs for partner work. It's created a flexible, welcoming, and student-centered environment.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your incredible generosity. Your donation has not only provided us with valuable materials, but it has also helped build a classroom community rooted in joy, collaboration, and a love for learning. Every item is being used with care and appreciation, and your support has truly made a lasting difference in our daily routines.","fullyFundedDate":1746785980558,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-enhancing-our-learning/9175167/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating: Enhancing Our Learning Environment With Choice","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blasco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9393685_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751890719061","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9393685"},{"teacherId":9753120,"projectId":9646777,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to say thank you. Your small act of kindness is spreading a positive joy in my classroom. The students are doing a great a job learning about emotions and how to regulate them. Thanks to you, we are heading in a positive direction.\r\n\r\nPlease know the impact you make is always the positive. We are so greatful for your support and appreciate all your help. Without you, my students wouldn't be able to learn these fabulous lessons and have a way to take a moment to \"Just Breath\".","fullyFundedDate":1756204115270,"projectUrl":"project/just-breathe/9646777/","projectTitle":"Just Breathe","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. David","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9753120_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753108726876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9753120"},{"teacherId":9375098,"projectId":9282220,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of flexible seating for our first-grade classroom! Because of your kindness, our learning space has been transformed into a more dynamic, comfortable, and student-centered environment where children feel empowered to learn in ways that suit them best.\r\n\r\nSince introducing the new seating options:\r\n\r\nStudents have shown increased focus and engagement during lessons.\r\n\r\nWiggly learners are better able to manage their energy and stay on task.\r\n\r\nOne student shared, \"I love sitting on this seat because it helps me think better!\" It's clear that this change has not only supported academic growth but also boosted confidence and joy in learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746785284835,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-dynamic-learning-space-for-fi/9282220/","projectTitle":"Creating a Dynamic Learning Space for First Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cabrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9375098_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750168338886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9375098"},{"teacherId":9375098,"projectId":9166815,"letterContent":"We're writing to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of crayons, markers, erasers, and other essential school supplies to our first-grade classroom. Your kindness brought more than just materials—it brought smiles, creativity, and confidence to our young learners.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support:\r\n\r\nEvery child had access to their own set of supplies, allowing them to fully participate in daily activities. Class time became more engaging, colorful, and fun—turning learning into an adventure they looked forward to every day.\r\n\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our first graders are not just learning—they are thriving.","fullyFundedDate":1746469286012,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-with-essential-supplies/9166815/","projectTitle":"Help My Students With Essential Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cabrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9375098_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750168338886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9375098"},{"teacherId":6975209,"projectId":8360665,"letterContent":"What a great year we've had so far. It's amazing how some new carpets, cabinets, posters, and storage carts can change a therapy setting. The children and the therapists who share our room have loved the upgrades!\r\n\r\nOur building was built in 1901, so you can imagine that the rooms here at Jefferson Elementary School are in need of some love. These little touches have made our room comfortable and very welcoming. This is so very important in an urban school setting as so many of our children do not have the same opportunities that you and I are fortunate to go home to at the end of the day.\r\n\r\nYour donations have made such an impact in our daily school environment, and for that, we are so very grateful! THANK YOU :)","fullyFundedDate":1723692884817,"projectUrl":"project/home-sweet-speech-room/8360665/","projectTitle":"Home Sweet Speech Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Billie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6975209_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714663614809","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6975209"},{"teacherId":9749897,"projectId":8943158,"letterContent":"You know, books aren't just for reading, they're for learning lots of cool things!\r\n\r\nWhat skills and lessons do we learn? Well, first, we learn about characters! We talk about how they feel, and why they do things. We learn about settings, which is where the story takes place! We learn about problems and solutions, like when Pigeon wants to drive the bus, and we have to figure out if that's a good idea! We learn new vocabulary words, big fancy words, and how to use them! We also learn how to make predictions, like guessing what might happen next! And we learn how to retell the story, which is like telling it in our own words! We practice our reading comprehension, which means understanding what we read.\r\n\r\nWhat does reading look like in our classroom? It's super fun! Sometimes we read together as a whole class, and we take turns reading aloud. Sometimes we read in small groups, so we can talk about the book together. Sometimes we read by ourselves and find a cozy spot in the classroom library. We also get to draw pictures about the stories, and sometimes we even act them out! We have reading time every day, and it's always exciting!\r\n\r\nAre there students who are REALLY enjoying the books? Oh, yes! Little Aryella, who used to be a bit shy about reading, is now a Pigeon expert! He knows all the Pigeon books by heart! And Aira loves the Elephant and Piggie books, and she makes the funniest Piggie voices! And Ryder, who loves to draw, is making amazing pictures of the characters. Everyone is finding a book they love, and it's making them super excited about reading! It's like magic!","fullyFundedDate":1733495577684,"projectUrl":"project/teaching-life-lessons-through-books/8943158/","projectTitle":"Teaching Life Lessons Through Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9749897_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726371335273","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9749897"},{"teacherId":9375098,"projectId":9138026,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous donation of headphones. Your thoughtful gift will significantly enhance the learning experience for our students, allowing them to fully engage with their lessons and digital resources in a more focused and comfortable way.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and support make a meaningful impact on our educational community, and we are truly appreciative of your commitment to helping our students succeed. Thanks to your generosity, now they have the tools they need to continue growing and excelling in their studies.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your generosity and dedication to making a difference. We are grateful to have you as a part of our community.","fullyFundedDate":1741099920268,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-every-student-empowering/9138026/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Every Student: Empowering Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cabrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9375098_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750168338886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9375098"},{"teacherId":9749897,"projectId":8782365,"letterContent":"Oh my goodness, you won't BELIEVE how much fun we're having with our new stuff! It's like a party in our classroom!\r\n\r\nHow are we using the new resources? Well, we got these AMAZING new art supplies, like glitter glue and colorful paper and shiny pipe cleaners! We're using them to build little models of our favorite book characters! Remember Elephant and Piggie? We're making them out of pipe cleaners and cotton balls! And we're making a big, sparkly Pigeon out of glitter glue and feathers! We even made a whole little bus for Pigeon to try to drive! It was so funny! We also got new math counters, and we're using them to learn how to add and subtract. We're counting all the silly things Pigeon does!\r\n\r\nHow did the students react? Oh, they were SO excited! Their eyes got super big, and they were all shouting, \"Wow!\" and \"Cool!\" and \"Can I use the glitter glue?!\" They were jumping up and down, and it was the best day ever! It was like a big surprise party!\r\n\r\nWhat are our next steps? Well, we're going to use our models to make a big classroom display! We're going to write little stories about our characters and draw pictures of them. We're also going to use the math counters to make our own Pigeon math problems! And we're going to keep reading all the amazing books and learning new things! We're going to use all of our new supplies to keep being creative and having fun! We want to show everyone how much we appreciate their help! We're going to make a big thank you poster with all our artwork and stories! You all helped us learn so much! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1726659698076,"projectUrl":"project/next-generation-of-doctors-lawyers-pre/8782365/","projectTitle":"Next Generation of Doctors, Lawyers, Presidents Are in My Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9749897_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726371335273","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9749897"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90197","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":522,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":11,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":69,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":66.2,"schoolId":90197,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Jefferson Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Jefferson Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/allentown-city-school-district/jefferson-elementary-school/90197"}