{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pickle Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3644097,"projectId":8934799,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my students and their ability to master the learning objectives. We have been able to use the different math materials in their centers. I have been pleased to offer these options to my students as additional practice. \r\n\r\nI have been able to use the Jumbo Magnetic Ten Frames and Number Bonds to model addition and subtraction concepts to my class. Then, my students move to small group stations where they were able to use items such as House of Number Buddies math game and SCRIBBLEDO Number Bonds 9\"x12\" Small White Board Dry Erase Sheets to practice the skill. \r\n\r\nI have been able to do that with every math unit that these materials connect with (money, time, place value, etc). For example, we are using Jumbo Colorful Magnetic Base Ten Blocks and other related materials for our current unit on place value. These materials have proven invaluable, and my students are excited to use them.","fullyFundedDate":1740089051577,"projectUrl":"project/solving-the-equation-of-engaging-math-ce/8934799/","projectTitle":"Solving the Equation of Engaging Math Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valdez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3644097_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503536576433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mivaldez"},{"teacherId":3644097,"projectId":8932358,"letterContent":"Thank you for the materials we received through this project. The students love to use the cushions while they are in their reading station. They are often reading individually or with a partner, and these help them define their space and get comfortable. The two wobbly chairs complete the set at my table for small group instruction. The students are enjoying these seats, and I find that they are more centered and focused.\r\n\r\nThe math manipulatives have been organized in the pencil boxes, making it easier for the students to work in their centers. I have been able to set up stations for the students to be able to work and feel productive. These supplies have been valuable tools to further my students' learning.","fullyFundedDate":1739254976080,"projectUrl":"project/learning-is-flexible/8932358/","projectTitle":"Learning Is Flexible","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valdez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3644097_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503536576433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mivaldez"},{"teacherId":3644097,"projectId":8934388,"letterContent":"Our students in the Garden Club were so happy to receive these stepping stones, paints, and other materials to help beautify our garden space. They enthusiastically painted them and prepared them for our school. They smile when they hear teachers and other students comment about how beautiful the stepping stones look. \r\n\r\nI know that my students will look upon this experience fondly and recall their part in helping our gardens flourish. I am very grateful that they had this opportunity. Thank you for your generosity and support.","fullyFundedDate":1737572584497,"projectUrl":"project/under-construction-garden-beautificatio/8934388/","projectTitle":"Under Construction: Garden Beautification","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valdez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3644097_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503536576433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mivaldez"},{"teacherId":3644097,"projectId":9007167,"letterContent":"My students are in LOVE with all the books by Mo Willems. Our previous copies were dearly loved and used. They turned to our school library, but would get sad when they realized that they had all been checked out. Now, they are very excited to have them back in our classroom library!\r\n\r\nThey are enthusiastic readers who constantly turn to Pigeon, Elephant and Piggie for inspiration and joy. It doesn't matter how many times they have read these books, they are much sought out and enjoyed. Thank you for your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1734712135006,"projectUrl":"project/desperately-seeking-dearly-loved-books/9007167/","projectTitle":"Desperately Seeking Dearly Loved Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valdez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3644097_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503536576433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mivaldez"},{"teacherId":3644097,"projectId":8962277,"letterContent":"My students love to read and are constantly seeking great books. I am so happy and grateful that we had these new titles in our classroom library. The students were fascinated with the early chapter books and sought out more of the series in our school library. They have enjoyed the English titles, which have helped them to practice and improve their reading skills.\r\n\r\nMy students have been very excited to have these selections at their disposal. They have opened their eyes to new characters that they can relate to or learn from, and they have been eager to share those experiences. I thank you for your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1734099466865,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-my-superpower/8962277/","projectTitle":"Reading is my Superpower","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valdez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3644097_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503536576433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mivaldez"},{"teacherId":1733280,"projectId":8551587,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Kind Vibes project. Our new decor has surely brightened up the classroom. The new name plates and posters have added a warm and inviting environment for all to enjoy. Our kindness writing will be posted with student work coming soon. The small accents will be used to create a data wall. This is a great way to show progress as they move their own smiley face up or over after assessments. \r\nMy students were so eager to help re-vamp our classroom as the boxes arrived throughout the week. They were great helpers and loved seeing the colorful items for classroom walls and bulletin boards. Thanks again for believing in our project.","fullyFundedDate":1733268926502,"projectUrl":"project/kind-vibes-in-third-grade/8551587/","projectTitle":"Kind Vibes in Third Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Requena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1733280_orig.png?crop=2001,2001,x0,y53&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707446837373","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-requena"},{"teacherId":1733280,"projectId":8542348,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our class maintain a full snack bin. These snacks will help our students get through day with mid morning snack. Some will also be used as incentives to motivate students to earn points for reading, good behavior and various celebrations throughout the year. \r\nMy students were so surprised to see the boxes arrive after our project was fully funded. The smiles were eager to know what these were for and who sent them to our classroom. We discussed the meaning for the project and how the snacks will be used. Thank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1732113686302,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack/8542348/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Requena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1733280_orig.png?crop=2001,2001,x0,y53&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707446837373","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-requena"},{"teacherId":9845740,"projectId":8961925,"letterContent":"I have been a librarian for over 10 years and often my students would have a coloring sheet during check-out time. I knew that I could provide more manipulative and cognitive development for my students and I started researching 'table top' activities. A fellow teacher told me about Donor Choose and helped me order specific table top activities. The week I put the items on the table to play with, I had to remind my students multiple times to 'go and get your books.' The students did not want to leave their table and their new activities. \r\nI use the materials on a daily basis with all grade levels, (PK-5th). My second graders love the tiles and making a variety of shapes. In the beginning, they used the cards and now they are making their own designs and want me to take a picture of their new project. \r\nThe cash register is a great hit. The younger ones are matching coins. I am using it with my 4th and 5th graders to practice purchasing items at a concession stand and they must figure out how much their items cost and how much money will they get back. This grade level attends games with concessions and with the casher register- they are practicing real world scenarios and having a wonderful time. Many thanks!","fullyFundedDate":1733332991418,"projectUrl":"project/stem-table-tops/8961925/","projectTitle":"STEM Table Tops","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sigler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9845740"},{"teacherId":3644097,"projectId":8289671,"letterContent":"Thank you for the materials you generously provided my class to use as they develop their English-language skills. They have enjoyed using all of the new items during Math and Language Arts. My students are using many of them during their center's activities, and they are thoroughly enjoying them. I like that they are able to review skills that have previously been taught, and they are getting the reinforcement they need.\r\n\r\nThey have found Number Bonds Activity Cards and Addition and Subtraction Learning Puzzles useful to practice math facts and see a variety of ways to get the same answer. The Touch and Match Sensory Math Cards - Place Value have provided useful practice to work with base ten blocks and determine numbers up to 999. The Magnetic Regrouping Write and Wipe Mat has been a valuable tool in teaching the students how to add and subtract two- and three-digit numbers. \r\n\r\nIn terms of developing reading and writing skills in English. We have been using the Sentence Building puzzles and flip chart to write the sentences and then read them. I have heard my students in their centers working together and enjoying the activities.\r\n\r\nI would like to thank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1724443513043,"projectUrl":"project/knowledge-is-power-developing-important/8289671/","projectTitle":"Knowledge is Power: Developing Important Language Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valdez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3644097_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503536576433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mivaldez"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_17942","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":390,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":91,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.3,"schoolId":17942,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pickle Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pickle Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/austin-independent-school-district/pickle-elementary-school/17942"}