{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Overton Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":55.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":638870,"projectId":10101674,"letterContent":"A special thank you to Lisa Zolidis and our Anonymous Supporter!I wanted to share an exciting update on the incredible impact of your gift. In addition to keeping our daily schedule perfectly on track, our new Echo Show 21 has become the ultimate math hub! The students are absolutely loving the interactive math quizzes on the big screen. It has completely transformed standard math practice into an exciting, collaborative game. Scholars who used to struggle to focus during math are now eagerly lining up to solve problems and test their skills together. Thank you again for bringing this wave of joy, engagement, and confidence into our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1778387758331,"projectUrl":"project/bridging-the-gap-with-visual-schedules-v/10101674/","projectTitle":"Bridging The Gap with Visual Schedules via Amazon Sidewalk Connectivity!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp638870_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462237940830","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/638870"},{"teacherId":638870,"projectId":10096666,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for funding our \"Back to the Basics\" project! I am especially grateful to the Anonymous Supporter who matched the donations to make this possible twice as fast. Your combined generosity directly supports 21 resilient fourth- and fifth-grade special education scholars who face both learning and economic challenges daily. Because of you, our classroom now has the critical technology, sensory tools, and basic comforts our school budget couldn't provide. My students are already using the headphones to block out distractions, staying fueled with healthy snacks, and utilizing the sensory items to self-regulate during group work. Your gift did more than buy supplies—it created a space that matches my students' incredible potential. Thank you for investing in their comfort, independence, and education.","fullyFundedDate":1778102865693,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-the-basics-empowering-exception/10096666/","projectTitle":"Back to the Basics: Empowering Exceptional Scholars!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp638870_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462237940830","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/638870"},{"teacherId":638870,"projectId":10237887,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for matching the donation to fund our new adjustable glass-surface desk! Your incredible generosity made this project a reality twice as fast. Because of you, my diverse learners now have a dynamic space where they can move, stand, and create freely. This desk is already transforming our classroom by helping students with ADHD channel their energy into focus, and by giving everyone a giant canvas to map out their ideas. I am so grateful for the support to provide my students with their request for more flexible seating. You have made a profound difference in our daily classroom life. We hope you enjoyed our pictures, and we have some rearranging to do for the upcoming 2026-2027 year!","fullyFundedDate":1778360699678,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-stand-tall-and-write-on/10237887/","projectTitle":"Help Us Stand Tall and Write On!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp638870_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462237940830","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/638870"},{"teacherId":5667298,"projectId":10235666,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our classroom snack project! Having a variety of healthy and delicious snacks available has made a tangible difference in our daily routine. We have been using our snacks to fuel up during our reading, math, and social emotional learning block. Students have a variety of snacks to choose from. Your kindness does so much more than just fill their stomachs; it makes my students feel seen, supported, and ready to learn. We are so grateful for your investment in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1778261803720,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-thought/10235666/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Thought","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Upshur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5667298_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1571174462144","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5667298"},{"teacherId":1707026,"projectId":10025091,"letterContent":"These professional development sessions were wonderful! Each session was full of useful information and really practical ideas that I could start using immediately. My favorite sessions were SEL in the Library and Musical Storytimes. I have wanted to incorporate more SEL into my lessons but haven't been sure where to start but thanks to this training, I now have lots of ideas! \r\n\r\nIt was so nice to have the opportunity to do professional development that was fully relevant to my job! I usually end up sitting in trainings that are barely, if at all, related to my work but with this series of courses, every single training was specifically geared toward my job! \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity in helping me purchase these fantastic training sessions. I am feeling so inspired!","fullyFundedDate":1769618407352,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-be-the-best-librarian-i-can-be/10025091/","projectTitle":"Help Me Be the Best Librarian I Can Be!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1707026_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720490044039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1707026"},{"teacherId":8493440,"projectId":9858626,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to thank you for your generous support in providing headphones for our classroom. Your contribution has made a remarkable difference for both my students and me.\r\n\r\nSince incorporating the headphones into our daily activities, students have been able to focus more effectively during independent learning sessions. They can listen to educational videos, complete interactive lessons, and participate in reading programs without distractions. This has especially benefited students who need extra support, as they can engage with personalized learning materials at their own pace.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, having access to headphones has fostered a more engaging and productive classroom environment. Students are more excited to learn, and I've noticed an improvement in their comprehension and retention of lessons.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible. Your generosity has directly impacted my students' learning experience, and we are deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1767225786373,"projectUrl":"project/hear-the-future-donate-headphones-for-s/9858626/","projectTitle":"Hear the Future: Donate Headphones for Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8493440"},{"teacherId":638870,"projectId":10092915,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our entire classroom community, thank you so much for your incredible generosity in bringing our project, \"Black Greatness: Celebrating Pioneers of Service, Utility, and Community,\" to life. Your support provided the resources we needed to transform our history lessons into a truly immersive, hands-on experience that my students will never forget.\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students were able to step into the roles of historians and chefs as they researched and delivered speeches on three remarkable African American pioneers.\r\nThe highlight for the students was seeing these inventions come to life. They had a wonderful time making and eating fresh bread—just like Joseph Lee—and, of course, using scoops to enjoy homemade ice cream in honor of Alfred Cralle.\r\nTo wrap up our celebration, we shared a traditional soul food feast. The classroom was filled with the delicious aromas of fried chicken, mustard greens, and cornbread dressing as we honored the rich culinary heritage these pioneers helped build.\r\nYour contribution did more than just buy supplies; it gave my students a reason to be curious about the world and showed them that their own ideas can change everyday life. We are forever grateful to Ms. Maria Martin and H-E-B Ms.Latasha Wiley for your investment in our future.","fullyFundedDate":1771621340129,"projectUrl":"project/black-greatness-celebrating-pioneers-of/10092915/","projectTitle":"Black Greatness: Celebrating Pioneers of Service, Utility, and Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp638870_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462237940830","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/638870"},{"teacherId":5946837,"projectId":9898076,"letterContent":"Our class is very grateful for your donations. I had one scholar state \"everyone loves to play games.\" We have been incorporating the Fidget Games into our lessons and they are excited about learning and competing against each other at the same time. These games have boosted their confidence and self esteem as well. The games include these skills: letter sounds, letter names, CVC words, phoneme manipulation, Greek and Latin roots, comprehension questions on story elements, inferencing, main idea and theme. Thank you again for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1769183061915,"projectUrl":"project/fidget-phonics-games/9898076/","projectTitle":"Fidget Phonics Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dorris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5946837_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1539653002433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5946837"},{"teacherId":9720575,"projectId":9584026,"letterContent":"The moment the new manipulatives arrived, my students' excitement was immediate and contagious. As we introduced the materials during center time, their faces lit up with curiosity and joy. Students eagerly explored each item, asking questions, sorting pieces, and working together to discover new ways to use them. One of our favorite moments was during a math center where students used counting bears and sorting trays to group by color and number. Not only were they practicing early math skills, but they were also building teamwork and communication as they helped one another and celebrated their successes.\r\n\r\nThese resources have quickly become an essential part of our daily learning. We use them during small group instruction, independent centers, and even during transition activities to keep students engaged and focused. I have already seen growth in fine motor skills, problem-solving, and confidence. Students who were once hesitant are now eager to participate, take risks, and share their thinking with peers. The hands-on nature of these tools allows every child to learn in a way that feels meaningful and fun.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to continue incorporating these manipulatives into our lessons by creating more structured center rotations that target specific skills like patterning, early addition, and collaborative play. We are also beginning a new unit focused on building and creating, where students will use these materials to design and problem-solve as a team. Thanks to your support, my students are not only learning foundational skills, but they are also developing a love for learning that will stay with them far beyond our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1759083808006,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-minds-through-play/9584026/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Minds Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Padron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9720575_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755121134595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9720575"},{"teacherId":2883263,"projectId":9901988,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been re-energized thanks to the very cool and engaging Ozobots that we received in our project! These 12 small robots have motivated my students to research, collaborate, and write about animals and more. \r\nJust to be able code and see the Ozobot follow their path, students were engaged and ready to tackle more challenging text, add details, and really experienced a growth mindset by trying again and again when things didn't always go as planned. This first project was about animals and students created the outline of the animal's body or a map for the animal to follow depending on its habitat. We are excited to try them out for many more learning opportunities!\r\nMy students and I are so grateful for your support and generosity, giving us high-quality materials that are a great introduction to the coding world and more importantly, how we can use techonology to showcase our learning.","fullyFundedDate":1766007088480,"projectUrl":"project/hello-ozobots-and-engaged-students/9901988/","projectTitle":"Hello, Ozobots and Engaged Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Willett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2883263_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514126251542","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/daniela-willett"},{"teacherId":2520173,"projectId":10036685,"letterContent":"Words cannot describe the amount of gratitude I have for the items you graciously gave our classroom. My students have been so drawn to these activities. They are showing such success in their English language acquisition. They find a buddy and they select one of the two activities. They assist each other. They support each other and they cheer each other on. It is so heartwarming to observe. \r\n\r\nTheir handwriting skills have drastically improved in such a short amount of time. They are so drawn to want to write the English letters of the alphabet. The activity has assisted my students with their fine motor skills. The items you so graciously have created such a difference. Thank you for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1768753301884,"projectUrl":"project/we-are-future-readers/10036685/","projectTitle":"We are Future Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2520173"},{"teacherId":9686297,"projectId":10005240,"letterContent":"The excitement in our classroom was unforgettable when the new materials arrived. Students rushed in from the hallway, whispering guesses about what might be inside the boxes. When we opened them, the room erupted—cheers, clapping, and even a few happy dances. One student said, \"It feels like our classroom just leveled up,\" and honestly, that captured the moment perfectly.\r\n\r\nWe dove right into a creative storytelling project using the new supplies. Students built character boards, illustrated scenes, and collaborated on group storylines. The materials gave them the freedom to bring their ideas to life in ways they hadn't been able to before. I saw students who rarely speak up suddenly taking ownership of their work and proudly sharing their creations with classmates.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we'll be using these resources to launch a student‑led publishing project where each child will create a final book to share with families. Your generosity didn't just provide materials—it sparked joy, confidence, and imagination. Thank you for believing in my students and helping them shine.","fullyFundedDate":1769191970795,"projectUrl":"project/promoting-learning-through-play/10005240/","projectTitle":"Promoting Learning Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hernandez (Child Inc)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9686297_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768002204003","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9686297"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_93876","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":425,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":82,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":81,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":44.7,"schoolId":93876,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Overton Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Overton Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/austin-independent-school-district/overton-elementary-school/93876"}