{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dawson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10180750,"projectId":9605800,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my small group space feels warm, welcoming, and ready for learning. As an interventionist, my students come to me in small groups throughout the day, and the new printer, rug, and little seats have truly changed our time together.\r\n\r\nThe printer has made it so much easier for me to quickly prepare targeted activities that meet each group's needs. I can print reading passages, practice pages, and games right when I need them. That flexibility helps me respond right away when students need extra support or more practice on a skill.\r\n\r\nThe rug and seats have made our space feel special. When students walked in and saw the new setup for the first time, they were so excited. A few of them said it felt like a \"real classroom\" just for them. They love gathering on the rug for lessons and using the seats during reading time. It may seem simple, but having a comfortable, inviting space helps them relax and feel safe to take risks with their learning.\r\n\r\nRight now, we are working on building stronger reading and math skills. The next step is helping students apply what they're learning more independently. We'll be using the printed materials for small group practice and then moving into partner work on the rug, where they can talk through their thinking and build confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a space where my students feel supported and important. Your kindness is making a real difference in their growth.","fullyFundedDate":1765823179986,"projectUrl":"project/creative-and-peaceful-classroom/9605800/","projectTitle":"Creative and Peaceful Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C Casas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10180750_orig.jpg?crop=1451,1451,x1370,y1572&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756990377337","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10180750"},{"teacherId":10161145,"projectId":9554120,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, *Color Printing for Inclusive Learning*. Your generosity is already making a meaningful difference in the lives of my 25 learners.\r\n\r\nMy students are children with disabilities who learn best with visuals, structure, and consistency. They require individualized supports such as visual schedules, behavior charts, adapted worksheets, and color-coded materials to fully access learning both in the resource room and in their general education classrooms. Because of your support, I can now create engaging, clear, and customized materials that meet each student's unique needs.\r\n\r\nColorful visuals and activity sheets have significantly improved my students' attention, comprehension, and communication skills. Many of my 25 learners rely on color cues to organize information, follow routines, and understand expectations. Having access to a color printer allows me to design materials that are not only more engaging but also more effective for their learning styles.\r\n\r\nYour contribution also helps promote inclusion. I am now able to provide general education teachers with high-quality, adapted materials that support students in the classroom setting. This ensures that my students can participate more independently and confidently alongside their peers.\r\n\r\nMy students are truly special. They work incredibly hard every day to overcome challenges, and with the right tools, they thrive. What may seem like a small investment—a color printer—has made a big impact on the education and confidence of 25 amazing learners.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for helping create a more inclusive learning environment. Your generosity is appreciated more than words can express.","fullyFundedDate":1764617829194,"projectUrl":"project/color-printing-for-inclusive-learning/9554120/","projectTitle":"Color Printing for Inclusive Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. del Mundo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10161145"},{"teacherId":10218883,"projectId":9751042,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful for your generous contributions to my classroom and my students. Thanks to the materials you provided, we have been able to use the magnetic easel in a hands-on word-building activity during our literacy stations. My students use magnetic letters to create and write CVC words, and their faces truly lit up as they explored this new way to practice reading and writing. This activity has brought so much engagement and joy to our classroom, making learning both interactive and exciting.\r\n\r\nThe journals you provided are used every day for our story writing. The children have written about experiences such as a time they felt nervous, giving them a safe space to express themselves. Through these journals, my students have been able to practice their handwriting while also building their comprehension and vocabulary skills. These writing activities have become an essential part of our daily learning.\r\n\r\nDuring our science lessons, students are identifying patterns in the natural world. Using the materials for activities about rotations and planets, students take turns and stay fully engaged as we explore what it means for each planet to rotate around the sun. These hands-on lessons spark curiosity and excitement, making learning both interactive and memorable.\r\n\r\nBecause of the refrigerator you provided, my students' breakfast items and popsicles for extra rewards stay cold and are easily accessible. This small but meaningful addition has made our classroom routines smoother and added an extra bit of excitement and motivation for the children.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has directly supported these meaningful learning experiences and has brought so much joy, growth, and engagement to our classroom. Thank you for helping us provide these opportunities for exploration, creativity, and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1765823138389,"projectUrl":"project/watch-our-minds-grow/9751042/","projectTitle":"Watch Our Minds Grow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pahnke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10218883"},{"teacherId":9320592,"projectId":9199857,"letterContent":"We just wanted to send a huge, heartfelt thank you for the super cool iPad you donated! Seriously, it's been a total game-changer in the classroom, and the kids are absolutely ecstatic about it. They're already jumping into using it to look up stuff for their projects and get comfortable navigating online research—it's really helping them learn to find their way around the web. We've even started using it as a fun reward: if a student gets their worksheet done on time, they earn 12 minutes to chill with the iPad and play an educational game like Starfall. It's a brilliant way to motivate everyone to stay on track and turn in their work promptly!\r\n\r\nBut wait, there's more! The iPad isn't just for solo work; it's also making story time way better. I can gather all the students around me on the carpet, and we can read an awesome online book together on the screen. It creates such a cozy and super engaging atmosphere for reading, which is something we couldn't easily do before. Honestly, this iPad is such a handy tool for both the students and me. Thank you so much for your generosity—it's made a real difference and brought a lot of excitement and learning into our room!","fullyFundedDate":1746785572793,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-lessons-to-life-with-ipad-suppo/9199857/","projectTitle":"Bringing Lessons to Life With iPad Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Frederickson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9320592_orig.jpg?crop=3456,3456,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754282351516","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9320592"},{"teacherId":7925655,"projectId":9076289,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generosity in bringing 3D printing into our classroom. The arrival of this technology has sparked a wave of creativity and curiosity among my students that I hadn't seen before. It's not just a machine—it's a gateway to innovation, problem-solving, and hands-on learning that's transforming how we approach STEM education.\r\n\r\nStudents who once struggled to stay engaged during lessons are now leaning in, asking questions, and sketching out designs during recess. The ability to bring their ideas to life—literally—has made abstract concepts in math and science feel tangible and exciting. One student, Maya, who's typically quiet and reserved, has become our resident CAD expert. She's now mentoring others on how to model their prototypes, and her confidence has soared.\r\n\r\nWhat excites the students most is the freedom to create. Whether it's designing custom keychains, building architectural models, or prototyping solutions to real-world problems, they're learning that failure is just a step toward refinement. The 3D printer has become more than a tool—it's a catalyst for collaboration, resilience, and discovery.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and for helping us build a future where students don't just consume technology—they create with it.","fullyFundedDate":1740596091110,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-innovation-in-the-stem-classro/9076289/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Innovation in the STEM Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. D. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7925655_orig.jpg?crop=393,393,x392,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659973934851","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7925655"},{"teacherId":9693375,"projectId":8682797,"letterContent":"Having things like a colored printer, weighted blankets, and other helpful supplies in my classroom has made such a big difference. The printer lets me make fun, colorful materials that really grab my students' attention, and the sensory tools help kids who need a little extra support to stay calm and focused. These small things have totally changed the vibe of our room, it feels more welcoming, comfortable, and fun. I'm so thankful to have these resources. They've helped me be a better teacher and given my students what they need to learn and feel good in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1733870268783,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-brighter-classroom-supply-dr/8682797/","projectTitle":"Building a Brighter Classroom: Supply Drive for Enhanced Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Delantar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9693375"},{"teacherId":7925655,"projectId":9031973,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom now has two amazing new printers: the Epson EcoTank ET-4850 and ET-2850! These additions have revolutionized the way our students learn, collaborate, and engage with their projects. We're beyond grateful for your support in making this happen.\r\n\r\nThese printers are helping our students bring their ideas to life in ways that weren't possible before. Whether it's vibrant charts for science experiments, creative designs for art projects, or beautifully formatted essays for language arts, the ease and reliability of these printers have made a tangible difference in their learning experience. Students are gaining confidence as they see their hard work come to fruition in professional-quality prints. Watching their excitement as they collect their freshly printed work has been so rewarding.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular has truly flourished with this new technology. She's a budding graphic designer and has taken the initiative to create posters and materials for our classroom events. The new printers have not only allowed her to explore her passion but also helped her feel more empowered and involved in our school community. It's heartwarming to see the positive impact on her and so many others.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has truly elevated the learning environment in our classroom. Thank you for being such an integral part of our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1737572584611,"projectUrl":"project/funding-the-stem-classroom/9031973/","projectTitle":"Funding the STEM Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. D. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7925655_orig.jpg?crop=393,393,x392,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659973934851","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7925655"},{"teacherId":9210237,"projectId":9059406,"letterContent":"The ability to create materials for my non-and-minimally-verbal students as well as to create graphs and awards for all students to mark and celebrate their progress has elevated my practice. It is reassuring that I will have this printer available for my student's needs for years to come. It not only saves me time, but makes the work I do more effective and targeted. Seeing recent progress on a graph and circulating awards to students who achieved their goals is motivating for all.\r\n\r\nThanks for your kindness and for believing in my students","fullyFundedDate":1737079599763,"projectUrl":"project/the-miracle-of-a-printer-that-works/9059406/","projectTitle":"The Miracle of a Printer that Works","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Howe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9210237_orig.jpg?crop=1167,1167,x0,y140&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692655186069","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9210237"},{"teacherId":9210237,"projectId":9015499,"letterContent":"The books I received through your generosity have been a source of excitement, interest, and engagement for my students and, I admit, for me as well. It has been a delight to see which books resonate with particular students and to see new favorites emerge. I don't know how I managed before \"The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors\" came into my life to teach drama, humor, and complex relationship dynamics to students in the upper grades, or for that matter, how my Kindergarten students explored the topics of making friends and not eating their classmates before the Penelope Rex books became staples of my therapy plans. \r\n\r\nThanks so much for believing in my students and in educators.","fullyFundedDate":1736575460470,"projectUrl":"project/high-milage-books/9015499/","projectTitle":"High-milage Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Howe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9210237_orig.jpg?crop=1167,1167,x0,y140&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692655186069","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9210237"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_17364","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":224,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":9,"percentWhite":14,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":71,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"8.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":70.0,"schoolId":17364,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Dawson Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Dawson Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/austin-independent-school-district/dawson-elementary-school/17364"}