{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Outley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":39.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10165774,"projectId":9568287,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your generous donation to our classroom. Your kindness and support have made a meaningful difference in the learning experiences of my students. When the packages arrived, the excitement in the room was contagious. My students eagerly gathered around as we opened each box together, filled with anticipation and wonder about what was inside. Their faces lit up with smiles as they discovered the new materials, and it was a powerful reminder of how much your generosity impacts young learners. Moments like these create lasting memories and show our students that there are caring people who believe in their education and success.\r\nBecause of your thoughtful contribution, our classroom has been transformed into a more engaging, inviting, and enriching learning environment. The supplies and resources you provided have given students new opportunities to explore, create, collaborate, and grow with confidence. Every item will be used with gratitude and purpose, helping to support both academic achievement and a positive classroom culture. On behalf of myself and my students, thank you for investing in our future and helping make our classroom a place where learning is exciting and every child feels valued and inspired. Your generosity has touched our hearts more than words can express, and we are deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1765205102601,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-futures-in-kindergarten/9568287/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Futures in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Randle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10165774_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754771886315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10165774"},{"teacherId":9889495,"projectId":9896283,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your incredible generosity and kindness. Because of your support, I was able to provide Christmas gifts and host a joyful holiday celebration for my second-grade students, many of whom come from low-income families. Your donations created lasting memories and reminded my students that they are valued, cared for, and worthy of celebrating. The smiles, excitement, and pure joy on their faces made this one of the most meaningful moments of our school year.\r\n\r\nWhen my students walked into our classroom and saw the gifts and party supplies, they were filled with excitement and gratitude. Their eyes lit up as they opened presents chosen especially for them, and many couldn't stop smiling as they participated in games, activities, and shared treats with their classmates. For some students, this celebration was one of the few opportunities they had to receive a special gift during the holiday season. Watching them laugh together, encourage one another, and simply enjoy being children was a powerful reminder of the difference your generosity makes.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our school year, your support continues to inspire our classroom community. The joy and sense of belonging created through your gifts have strengthened our classroom relationships and motivated students as we move into new reading, writing, and math challenges. We are now focusing on building strong literacy and problem-solving skills, and the confidence they gained from this special experience has carried over into their learning. Thank you for investing not only in our classroom but also in the hearts of my students. Your generosity has made a lasting impact that they will remember for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1764124126568,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-holiday-magic-to-all-of-my-stud/9896283/","projectTitle":"Bringing Holiday Magic to All of My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carroll","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9889495_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736392465037","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9889495"},{"teacherId":10350840,"projectId":9896290,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and for providing my students with such thoughtful gifts! The games you donated have already brought so much joy and excitement into our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the games during small group time, indoor recess, and as incentives after completing classwork. One moment that really stood out was watching my students work together during a game, practicing teamwork, taking turns, and encouraging one another. It was amazing to see them building social skills while also having fun.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the games, they were beyond excited! There were huge smiles, lots of cheers, and so many \"Can we play now?!\" moments. It truly made them feel special and appreciated.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue to use these games to support positive behavior, strengthen peer relationships, and create a fun, engaging classroom environment. These moments of play are helping build a strong classroom community, which carries over into our learning every day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. Your gift has made a lasting impact on my students!","fullyFundedDate":1769177460211,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-joy-for-second-graders/9896290/","projectTitle":"Holiday Joy for Second Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Antoine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10350840_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763438690017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10350840"},{"teacherId":10367011,"projectId":9940003,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom! I have noticed a huge improvement in their reading and writing skills since getting the materials needed to them succeed. My students were super excited to receive these supplies and love using them everyday! I love that they have the tools needed to better prepare them for 3rd grade as well.\r\n\r\nWe have mainly been using clipboards during our reading and writing time. I never realized just how much they needed them either. Having clipboards has been so helpful when it comes to completing assignments at their desk when they don't have enough space or when they are taking a test and need to take a quick peek at an anchor chart. They have been a lifesaver for sure and I am excited that my future students will get to use them year after year. \r\n\r\nThe whiteboard easel is a personal favorite of mine- I can't believe I have gone this long without one! I can easily take it around the room and I love that it doesn't take up a lot of space. I use it everyday to go over vocabulary or hang up anchor charts. We will be using the headphones next for our end of year testing. We truly appreciate these items and I love that they will be used for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1769177458211,"projectUrl":"project/hear-ye-hear-ye-help-my-readers-soar/9940003/","projectTitle":"Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Help My Readers Soar!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hlayhel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10367011"},{"teacherId":5478993,"projectId":10037782,"letterContent":"Our new magnetic trays and magnetic shelves have brought so much energy to our literacy time. Students began using them right away to build words, sort letters, and organize their materials. You can see in the pictures how much fun they are having as they work together and stay fully engaged. These tools make our phonics lessons more hands on and help keep our books easy to reach. Our next steps are to use the trays for sentence building and for small group literacy centers. Thank you for giving my students resources that make learning joyful and organized every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768757208232,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-business/10037782/","projectTitle":"Little Learners Big Business","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Banks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5478993_orig.jpg?crop=1821,1821,x494,y424&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686924791342","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5478993"},{"teacherId":5478993,"projectId":5646599,"letterContent":"My students were thrilled when they first saw the Reading Strategies Toolkit. They immediately began exploring the colorful cards and tools, and their excitement carried straight into our lessons. We now use the materials during small group reading to practice inferences, main idea, and comprehension skills. One memorable moment was when a usually quiet reader proudly explained her thinking using the strategy cards. These resources help all my students build confidence and take meaningful next steps in independent reading.","fullyFundedDate":1636978635731,"projectUrl":"project/reading-strategies-toolkit/5646599/","projectTitle":"Reading Strategies Toolkit","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Banks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5478993_orig.jpg?crop=1821,1821,x494,y424&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686924791342","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5478993"},{"teacherId":3023082,"projectId":9588017,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our 4th‑grade classroom has been filled with excitement and curiosity. The new books you provided have helped students grow in key literacy skills such as identifying theme, understanding character motivations, using text evidence, and summarizing chapters in their own words. Many of these books also introduce rich vocabulary and diverse perspectives, which help students build both reading stamina and empathy as they connect with characters who face challenges and discoveries similar to their own.\r\nReading time has become one of the most joyful parts of our day. Students spread out around the room with their book bins, sticky notes, and reading journals, fully engaged as they annotate important moments or jot down questions and predictions. \r\nSeveral students have especially thrived with these new titles. One reluctant reader who often struggled to stay focused now eagerly reaches for her book as soon as independent reading begins, and she's even asked to take her book home to keep reading at night. Another student who typically finishes early has found a new series he loves and has begun recommending it to classmates, proudly taking on the role of our \"class book expert.\" These moments of confidence and joy are a direct result of your support. Thank you for helping our 4th‑grade readers discover stories that inspire them and skills that will support them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1762267564408,"projectUrl":"project/read-read-read-all-about-it/9588017/","projectTitle":"Read, Read, Read All About It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3023082_orig.jpg?crop=2959,2959,x0,y69&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564536278769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/courtjamal"},{"teacherId":5478993,"projectId":9364711,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students are deeply engaged with our new culturally responsive learning materials each day. We have been using the bilingual book Diego: Diego Rivera and Dim Sum for Everyone! during shared reading to build vocabulary, comprehension, and cultural awareness, while Hair Love and Sulwe have sparked powerful conversations about self-confidence, identity, and kindness. During dramatic play, students have been using the Chinese breakfast and dim sum food set to role-play restaurant scenarios, practice oral language, and strengthen social skills. One of my favorite moments was watching students collaborate in the dramatic play center, taking turns as chefs and customers while using new vocabulary they learned from our books.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and contagious. They were especially thrilled by the play food and the vibrant Hispanic Heritage Month flags, which helped them feel proud to see different cultures represented in our classroom. The skin-tone construction paper, face cutouts, and skin-tone Sharpie markers brought smiles as students created self-portraits that truly reflected who they are. Many students shared personal stories connected to the books, and several were eager to reread the stories again and again.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we are now continuing our literacy and social-emotional learning through culturally rich lessons that promote inclusivity, creativity, and student voice. Our next steps include expanding our writing projects using the new classroom portfolios, integrating more hands-on role-play into reading centers, and deepening conversations around identity and community. These resources have not only strengthened academic skills but have also created a classroom where every child feels seen, valued, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1752279514122,"projectUrl":"project/pretend-play-real-representation/9364711/","projectTitle":"Pretend Play, Real Representation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Banks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5478993_orig.jpg?crop=1821,1821,x494,y424&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686924791342","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5478993"},{"teacherId":5478993,"projectId":9459594,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students are already using these new resources in meaningful ways each day. The desktop organizers and name card holders have helped every student keep their materials neat and accessible, which has made our classroom routines smoother and more independent. The dry erase dots and floor spots have transformed our small-group instruction and movement activities. We now use them for phonics drills, math fact practice, line-up organization, and movement breaks that keep learning active and engaging. One of my favorite moments was watching students rotate through stations confidently, using the dry erase dots to solve number sentences right at their seats.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the excitement in the room was instant. The students were especially thrilled by the new purple rug, which quickly became our favorite gathering spot for read-alouds, circle time, and class discussions. They proudly helped set up the organizers and immediately noticed how much more organized our classroom felt. Their faces truly lit up as they explored each new item, and they were eager to begin using everything right away.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we are now able to move forward with even more student-centered instruction. Our next steps include expanding our small-group learning rotations, strengthening early literacy and math skills through hands-on practice, and continuing to build student independence and responsibility. Your generosity has created a more structured, engaging, and joyful learning environment for my students, and I am incredibly grateful for the impact you have made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1753307168342,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-everything-and-learning-eve/9459594/","projectTitle":"A Place for Everything, and Learning Everywhere!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Banks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5478993_orig.jpg?crop=1821,1821,x494,y424&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686924791342","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5478993"},{"teacherId":5478993,"projectId":8522892,"letterContent":"Our new organizational supplies have completely transformed how our classroom runs each day. Students proudly use their chairback pockets to store their learning tools, folders, and journals, which has helped them take ownership of their materials and stay focused during lessons. The flat storage trays are now part of our daily writing and math centers, keeping student work and supplies neat and accessible. One especially meaningful moment was watching students independently transitions between activities without stopping instruction to search for materials.\r\n\r\nThe excitement when students first saw the new materials was unforgettable. They cheered as the chairback pockets were placed on their chairs and could not wait to organize their supplies. They loved the bright colors and the feeling of having something just for them. Many students shared how \"important\" and \"grown up\" their materials made them feel, which instantly boosted their confidence and responsibility.\r\n\r\nWith these new systems in place, our next steps include expanding student led centers, daily independent writing, and hands on math activities. The clear pencil boxes and 3 ring pouches are helping students keep their tools organized and sanitary, while the folders with prongs support longer term projects and parent communication. These supplies are allowing us to maximize learning time, build independence, and create a classroom that runs smoothly every day.","fullyFundedDate":1723435061309,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-basics/8522892/","projectTitle":"Back to School Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Banks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5478993_orig.jpg?crop=1821,1821,x494,y424&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686924791342","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5478993"},{"teacherId":10097587,"projectId":9508374,"letterContent":"First of all, thank you for choosing me and my babies to give to. We cannot thank you enough. The materials are being used daily. We do restorative circles on the carpet frequently and the students really look forward to it. I sit on the carpet and read the Junie B. Jones books to them and it's so exciting seeing them navigate first grade at the same times she does. We even selected the book for our book parade. Their journals are their best friend and a huge resource to them. There is a section for phonics, grammar, writing, and creativity for their doodles. If they need to know how to spell a word or need an adjective they always go to their journals. The other materials ensure our class runs smoothly, organized, and fun. \r\nThank you for playing a part in making their first grade year memorable! Love, Ms Logan <3","fullyFundedDate":1754232292510,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-core-memories/9508374/","projectTitle":"Classroom Core Memories","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Logan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10097587"},{"teacherId":9930450,"projectId":9537273,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all the Science and Math materials. My students love to read and just because I am no longer a Reading teacher, doesn't mean my students can't read in my class. Now that I am a Math/Science teacher I massed sure, thanks to you, that they are still on the right subject, but still engaging in all that Science brings. Some of the students are still at the beginning stage of reading, but I am encouraging them to use the knowledge they have learned in reading and bring it over to science. That way they have the opportunity to practice what they have learned. \r\nMy students are in love with all the new Math centers. It's like they are in a race to get to the center they like the most. Again we are so thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1755705904594,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-through-math-and-science/9537273/","projectTitle":"Literacy Through Math and Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9930450"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_10701","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":761,"numTeachers":75,"percentFrplEligible":85,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":53,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":30,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"10.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":60.1,"schoolId":10701,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Outley Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Outley Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/alief-independent-school-district/outley-elementary-school/10701"}