{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Inez Carroll Academy","outOfStateSupporters":53.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1927726,"projectId":10061018,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has been able to fully engage in hands-on learning every single day. The paper and ink have allowed students to complete reading responses, draft and revise their writing pieces, and create detailed science journal entries without worrying about limited copies. During our recent informational writing unit, students used printed graphic organizers and color-coded anchor charts to plan their essays. Having clear, colorful materials made a noticeable difference in comprehension and organization, especially for my visual learners and English learners.\r\n\r\nThe batteries have also played an important role in our science investigations. Students recently used battery-powered tools during experiments focused on light and motion, and their excitement was incredible. Being able to physically explore concepts rather than just read about them helped deepen understanding and sparked meaningful discussions. Even the isopropyl alcohol has made a difference behind the scenes by helping us sanitize shared materials and keep our classroom tools safe and functional for daily use.\r\n\r\nRight now, we are continuing to build strong writers, readers, and scientists through hands-on projects and differentiated instruction. These essential supplies remove barriers and allow every student to fully participate in learning. Your support has strengthened our instruction, increased engagement, and helped create a classroom where creativity and exploration can thrive. Thank you for investing in our students' growth and curiosity.","fullyFundedDate":1770993594268,"projectUrl":"project/powered-by-learning/10061018/","projectTitle":"Powered by Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zepeda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1927726_orig.png?crop=568,568,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628776307206","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/anazepeda"},{"teacherId":1927726,"projectId":9134032,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom library has become a place of excitement and anticipation. When the new series books arrived, students immediately recognized familiar characters from Dog Man, Star Friends, and Goosebumps and could not wait to check them out. I watched students who sometimes struggle to stay engaged during reading eagerly flip through pages and say, \"There's another one?!\" That sense of momentum has been powerful. During independent reading and book club time, students are building stamina simply because they want to keep reading.\r\n\r\nThese series have especially supported my reluctant readers and English learners. Returning to familiar characters and predictable story structures has helped them strengthen comprehension and grow more confident with vocabulary and fluency. In small-group discussions, students are making deeper connections, predicting what might happen next across books, and using text evidence more naturally in their responses. The excitement around these books has created meaningful conversations and increased participation across ability levels.\r\n\r\nRight now, we are continuing to build reading goals tied to stamina, comprehension strategies, and accountable talk during book clubs. Students are tracking their series progress and setting personal reading targets. Your support has helped create a classroom filled with motivated, curious, and confident readers who truly look forward to reading time each day. Thank you for helping us grow our reading lives—one exciting chapter at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1752828584871,"projectUrl":"project/hooked-on-reading-fun-series-to-fire-up/9134032/","projectTitle":"Hooked on Reading: Fun Series to Fire Up Young Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zepeda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1927726_orig.png?crop=568,568,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628776307206","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/anazepeda"},{"teacherId":1927726,"projectId":9349407,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom library and learning spaces feel more alive than ever. During our daily DEAR time, students eagerly reach for titles from The Baby-Sitters Club, Harry Potter, and our holiday book collection. I've watched reluctant readers become completely immersed in stories, asking to \"just read one more chapter.\" When we read The Lonely Little Christmas Tree together, students made heartfelt connections about friendship and belonging, leading to rich class discussions that strengthened both comprehension and social-emotional learning.\r\n\r\nThe writing and art materials have added so much joy to our literacy block. Students use highlighters to identify main ideas and supporting details in nonfiction texts, and they take pride in creatively responding to reading in their journals. The elf activity books and stickers sparked so much excitement—students were smiling, collaborating, and fully engaged. When the seat cushions and storage bags were introduced, they immediately took ownership of their new spaces, carefully organizing their materials and settling in comfortably for independent reading.\r\n\r\nRight now, we are continuing to build reading stamina and deepen comprehension through book clubs, themed literacy projects, and writing responses aligned to our grade-level standards. These resources have helped create a warm, structured environment where students feel safe, inspired, and motivated to grow. Your support has truly enriched our classroom community and strengthened our love of learning. Thank you for being such an important part of our journey","fullyFundedDate":1753438812459,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-reads-cool-tools-and-a-joyful-hol/9349407/","projectTitle":"Cozy Reads, Cool Tools, and a Joyful Holiday Vibe","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zepeda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1927726_orig.png?crop=568,568,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628776307206","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/anazepeda"},{"teacherId":1927726,"projectId":9063446,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom feels even safer, organized, and ready for learning each day. The Band-Aids have already been used to care for a few small scrapes during recess, and students feel reassured knowing we can quickly help them and get them back to learning. The mechanical pencils have made a huge difference in our writing block. During our recent informational writing project, students were able to focus on drafting and revising their essays without interruptions from broken pencils or missing erasers. It may seem small, but that consistency has helped increase writing stamina and confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new supplies, they were genuinely excited. They immediately noticed how organized everything felt with the foldable utility cart, and they loved having easy access to materials during group work. The calm classroom atmosphere has also supported focus during independent reading and collaborative projects. Several students even commented that the room feels \"peaceful\" and \"ready to learn.\"\r\n\r\nRight now, we are continuing to build strong writers and readers through collaborative literacy projects and small-group instruction. The organization and accessibility these resources provide allow us to transition smoothly between stations, writing workshops, and intervention time. Your support has helped create a classroom environment where students feel cared for, prepared, and inspired to do their best work every day. Thank you for investing in our students and being part of our classroom family!","fullyFundedDate":1744835230460,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-success-keeping-students-safe/9063446/","projectTitle":"Tools for Success: Keeping Students Safe, Focused, and Prepared","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zepeda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1927726_orig.png?crop=568,568,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628776307206","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/anazepeda"},{"teacherId":9703155,"projectId":9917345,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of \"Feel the Letters, Build the Skills,\"my students are using multisensory tools every day to strengthen their reading skills. During structured literacy lessons, students trace, build, and manipulate letters and sounds, which helps them focus on decoding strategies instead of guessing.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, students were excited and eager to use them. Many of my struggling readers felt more confident knowing these tools were made to help them learn in a hands-on way.\r\n\r\nNext, we are using these resources to reinforce phonics patterns, improve reading accuracy, and support spelling in writing. Your donation is making a meaningful difference by helping students build foundational skills with confidence. Thank you for investing in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1765205047064,"projectUrl":"project/feel-the-letters-build-the-skills/9917345/","projectTitle":"Feel the Letters, Build the Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9703155"},{"teacherId":10234174,"projectId":9666917,"letterContent":"On behalf of my wonderful students, I want to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous donation to our Indoor Recess Toys project. When the boxes arrived, the classroom erupted in cheers and gasps of pure joy. Seeing their eyes light up as we unboxed colorful building blocks, engaging board games, and intricate puzzles was a truly heartwarming moment. Dreary, rainy days that were once a challenge to get through are now filled with a buzz of creative energy and collaboration. These resources have completely transformed our indoor recess from a time of restless energy into a period of purposeful play.\r\n\r\nWe are using these new resources every single day the weather keeps us inside. The other day, I watched two students, who don't normally work together, spend the entire recess collaborating on a magnificent tower with the new magnetic tiles. They were negotiating designs, problem-solving when a section became unstable, and celebrating their success together. It was a perfect, unprompted lesson in teamwork and resilience! The board games are teaching valuable lessons in turn-taking and good sportsmanship, while the puzzles are helping my students develop focus and perseverance.\r\n\r\nThe skills my students are practicing with these toys—communication, critical thinking, and cooperation—are the foundation for everything we do. Our next major unit is on collaborative science investigations, where students will work in small groups to design and test their own experiments. The teamwork they are learning now during recess is giving them the essential tools they need to be successful partners in their academic projects. Thank you for not just giving them toys, but for investing in their social-emotional growth and building a more positive, joyful classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1758289012290,"projectUrl":"project/indoor-recess-toys/9666917/","projectTitle":"Indoor Recess Toys","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Quiero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10234174_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756598368614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10234174"},{"teacherId":9628114,"projectId":9197096,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous donation of the chairs Pockets for my classroom. From the moment my students saw the new chairs pockets, their faces lit up with excitement. They could hardly believe that these chairs pockets were just for them! Many of them immediately began organizing their journals, pencils, and other materials in the storage pockets behind their seats.\r\n\r\nThese chairs pockets have already made a big difference in our daily learning. Before, students often struggled to keep their supplies organized, and we spent extra time looking for materials. Now, they can quickly access everything they need, which has created a smoother, more focused classroom environment. One student shared that having her journal right behind her \"makes writing time easier because I don't have to worry about losing it.\" Moments like that remind me how meaningful your gift is.\r\n\r\nWe are currently working on writing projects where students practice building strong paragraphs and using evidence from texts. The organization provided by the chairs pocket has allowed us to dive right into these lessons with less distraction. My students are proud to have a space of their own to keep their learning tools safe, and it has given them a stronger sense of responsibility for their work.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible. Your support has not only provided my students with practical tools but also encouraged them to stay motivated and excited about learning. We are so fortunate to have you as part of our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1746548969901,"projectUrl":"project/organizing-for-success-in-reading-writi/9197096/","projectTitle":"Organizing for Success in Reading, Writing, and Social Studies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gower","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9628114_orig.png?crop=622,622,x0,y16&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724878328373","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9628114"},{"teacherId":9628085,"projectId":9120410,"letterContent":"The day our hygiene items arrived, my students' faces lit up with excitement and relief. Many of them immediately expressed how thankful they were to have access to things like toothbrushes, deodorant, pads, and other essentials they might not always have at home. It was a touching reminder of how much these small items can mean to a child's confidence and sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nWe've already begun organizing the items into care packages so students can discreetly grab what they need. This project has not only met a basic need but also created a stronger sense of trust and comfort in our classroom. Students now know that their well-being matters just as much as their learning, and it has reduced distractions and absences related to personal care needs.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will keep replenishing this supply so students always have what they need to feel confident coming to school. Your generosity has created a lasting impact that goes beyond the classroom—it's fostering dignity, respect, and self-worth in every student who benefits from these resources. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1746786442311,"projectUrl":"project/confidence-through-care-essential-hygie/9120410/","projectTitle":"Confidence Through Care: Essential Hygiene for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9628085_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723850542689","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9628085"},{"teacherId":9628085,"projectId":9120339,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students and I have been able to bring learning to life in new and exciting ways! The moment they saw the LCD writing tablets, their faces lit up with excitement. They immediately began practicing math problems, drawing diagrams, and sharing ideas with each other. The dry erase markers and laminating machine have made it possible for us to create reusable resources that students can interact with daily, helping us save paper while keeping learning materials fresh and engaging. Glue sticks, pencils, and disinfecting wipes have also made a huge difference in keeping our classroom functional, organized, and clean.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly transformed our learning environment. Students now have more opportunities to participate in hands-on activities, collaborate with peers, and take ownership of their work. Because of you, our classroom feels more interactive, creative, and welcoming—an environment where every student feels valued and capable of success. We are so grateful for your kindness and belief in our potential.","fullyFundedDate":1746785762671,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies-for-engaged-and-orga/9120339/","projectTitle":"“Essential Supplies for Engaged and Organized Learning”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9628085_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723850542689","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9628085"},{"teacherId":9628085,"projectId":9120495,"letterContent":"Thanks to your kindness, our classroom has been transformed into a warm, inviting space where reading is both exciting and accessible. The new books have sparked curiosity and opened doors to worlds my students had never explored before. Many of them come from diverse backgrounds, and it's been amazing to see their faces light up when they find stories that reflect their own lives or introduce them to new perspectives.\r\n\r\nThe flexible seating has given students the freedom to choose spots where they feel most comfortable and focused, whether that's curled up with a pillow, or collaborating with a classmate. This choice has encouraged independence, improved concentration, and made reading time one of the most anticipated parts of our day.\r\n\r\nOne student who once struggled to stay engaged during reading now eagerly rushes to pick a book and settle, proudly sharing his progress with classmates. These moments are a direct result of your generosity. Because of your support, my students not only have access to quality books and comfortable seating, but also the opportunity to see themselves as readers and learners with limitless potential.","fullyFundedDate":1746786168787,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corners-captivating-books-for-yo/9120495/","projectTitle":"“Cozy Corners & Captivating Books for Young Readers”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9628085_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723850542689","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9628085"},{"teacherId":9623830,"projectId":9061414,"letterContent":"While many people use headphones at home for music or videos, in the classroom they're an essential learning tool. Headphones help my students stay focused during independent work, especially when using educational programs that include reading, math, or language activities. They allow each student to work at their own pace without distractions, which supports personalized learning.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is being able to fully immerse themselves in their lessons whether it's listening to a story being read aloud, practicing new words, or watching an instructional video. For many of them, having their own pair of headphones makes learning feel more personal and fun. This simple tool makes a big difference in helping them succeed every day.","fullyFundedDate":1737124856780,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-students-succeed-donate-headp/9061414/","projectTitle":"\"Help Our Students Succeed: Donate Headphones for Reading and Learning\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Albiter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9623830_orig.jpg?crop=433,433,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758392647532","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9623830"},{"teacherId":8404294,"projectId":8672474,"letterContent":"Thank You for Supporting Our Students!\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed into a vibrant space full of curiosity, creativity, and joyful learning! The moment my students saw the new materials—math games, science kits, aviation models, social studies activities, and of course, the fun treats like stickers, candy, and surprises—their eyes lit up with excitement. One student even whispered, \"Is all this really for us?\" It was a powerful reminder of how deeply your contribution matters.\r\n\r\nWe've already put many of the resources to use! In science, students worked in teams using the hands-on kits to explore energy and motion—one group proudly demonstrated how their marble roller coaster showed potential and kinetic energy. In math, we turned review time into \"Math Challenge Days\" using our new reward system to celebrate progress and perseverance. The aviation kits sparked an incredible conversation about careers in STEM, and even students who are typically shy became leaders during model building time.\r\n\r\nThese resources have done more than fill academic gaps—they've boosted confidence and built a stronger classroom community. As we move into the final part of our school year, we're preparing for student-led projects where they'll use the social studies materials to create interactive history timelines and presentations. Our students feel empowered, seen, and capable—and that's all because of you.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our kids. Your generosity is helping them rise above challenges and reach new heights. We are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1724881675149,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-young-achievers-exciting-r/8672474/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Young Achievers: Exciting Rewards and Surprises","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salazar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8404294_orig.png?crop=432,432,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649354822763","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jsalazar10"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_16765","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":612,"numTeachers":61,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":96,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"1 - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":46.9,"schoolId":16765,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Inez Carroll Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Inez Carroll Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/aldine-independent-school-district/inez-carroll-academy/16765"}