{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wooldridge Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10159519,"projectId":9548269,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our 3rd grade classroom has become a more creative, organized, and inspiring place to learn! The printer, Cricut machine, teacher planner, and school supplies you helped fund have completely transformed both our classroom environment and the learning experience for my students.\r\n\r\nThe day our materials arrived felt like a celebration. My students' faces lit up as we unpacked the boxes—especially when they saw the Cricut machine. We immediately started brainstorming how we could use it to make our classroom feel special. Within a few days, we had colorful labels, bulletin board decorations, and personalized name tags that made every child feel proud to be part of our class. One of my students whispered, \"It looks like a real adventure classroom now!\"\r\n\r\nThe printer has been a game changer for daily lessons. Now I can quickly create engaging reading materials, print student work to display, and send home personalized learning resources to help families support their children. It's also allowed us to add vibrant visuals to our lessons—maps, charts, and anchor posters that help students connect new ideas in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThe teacher planner and basic materials have made classroom management smoother and learning time more intentional. Having everything organized and ready means we spend more time exploring, creating, and learning together. My students are more focused, and I feel better prepared to give them the best possible experience each day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just provide tools—it brought joy, creativity, and a sense of pride to our classroom. Thank you for believing in my students and supporting our journey. Because of you, our class feels more inspired and empowered than ever to dream big and learn with heart.","fullyFundedDate":1755461737966,"projectUrl":"project/from-spain-to-usa-tools-and-resources-f/9548269/","projectTitle":"From Spain to USA: Tools and Resources for SUCCESS","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. De Toro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10159519_orig.jpg?crop=1909,1909,x0,y95&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754529107481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10159519"},{"teacherId":9587793,"projectId":9107007,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Your contributions brought such excitement and joy to our classroom. The markers, pencils, erasers, crayons, and other necessary materials have already made a big difference in our daily activities and learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement. Some couldn't believe the supplies were actually for them! One student exclaimed, \"We get all of this?!\" It was such a heartwarming moment and reminded me just how much the little things can spark big smiles and eager minds.\r\n\r\nWe've been putting the new supplies to great use. Recently, we started a creative storytelling project where students wrote and illustrated their own books. With their new crayons and markers, they were able to bring their stories to life with vibrant colors and thoughtful drawings. One student even said, \"This is the best drawing I've ever done!\" The sense of pride and ownership they felt in their work was amazing.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we'll continue using these materials as we move into a unit on community and self-expression. Students will be creating posters and presentations about their families, cultures, and what makes them unique. These projects will not only strengthen their writing and presentation skills but also help build classroom community and confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making all of this possible. Your kindness is helping to shape curious, confident, and creative learners every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1739254976222,"projectUrl":"project/basic-materials-to-succeed/9107007/","projectTitle":"Basic Materials to Succeed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Madrigal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9587793_orig.jpg?crop=903,903,x49,y241&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720590410709","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9587793"},{"teacherId":9587793,"projectId":8489854,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued support! The new STEM resources, like building magnets and puzzle tiles, have really transformed our classroom environment. Let me share a recent experience.\r\n\r\nOne specific project we worked on involved creating magnetic structures using the magnetic tiles. The students were challenged to design and build their own models of bridges, towers, or even simple machines that used magnets for movement or stability. These materials allowed them to apply concepts of magnetism and geometry in a tangible way. They experimented with different magnet strengths, trying to see how they could build taller or more stable structures, all while understanding how magnets attract and repel.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the magnetic tiles, there was an audible gasp of excitement. Many of them had never worked with magnets in this way before, so they were fascinated by the possibilities. They immediately dove into hands-on exploration, connecting and disconnecting the tiles, testing their limits, and even trying to build structures that defied gravity. It was like a spark went off for them in terms of creativity and curiosity—everyone was eager to test out new ideas.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for this project will focus on refining their structures and experimenting with the physics behind the magnets—what happens when you change the distance between magnets or when you introduce different forces. We'll also tie this into real-world engineering applications, discussing how magnets are used in technology and engineering to create things like magnetic levitation trains or in medical imaging equipment like MRIs.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, I plan to have the students document their designs, hypothesize about improvements, and share their findings with the class. It's a great chance for them to present their problem-solving strategies and learn from each other. The ultimate goal is for them to see the connections between the abstract concepts in STEM and the tangible, hands-on world around them.","fullyFundedDate":1730753622780,"projectUrl":"project/artistic-adventures-supplies-for-creati/8489854/","projectTitle":"ARTISTIC ADVENTURES: Supplies for Creative Expression!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Madrigal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9587793_orig.jpg?crop=903,903,x49,y241&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720590410709","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9587793"},{"teacherId":9203964,"projectId":8763783,"letterContent":"Receiving bilingual books for the Principal's Book of the Month Club has had a profound impact on our students, introducing them to new language skills and fostering a greater appreciation for cultural diversity. These texts provide an opportunity for students to build literacy in both English and Spanish, enhancing their vocabulary and comprehension in both. For Emergent Bilingual Learners, the bilingual books offer a valuable bridge, allowing them to connect words and concepts between Spanish and English. Additionally, these books often introduce new cultural perspectives, which helps broaden students' understanding of the world around them and promotes inclusivity within our school community.\r\n\r\nReading has become a more dynamic and interactive experience allowing the entire campus to interact with the same text. Students are not just passively listening to stories—they're actively engaging with the texts in multiple languages. During read-alouds, students are encouraged to identify words they recognize in both languages, and many are eager to share how the text relates to their own experiences. The bilingual books also promote collaborative learning, with students working together to decode unfamiliar words and explore new language structures. It's been amazing to see how these texts spark curiosity, allowing students to ask more insightful questions about language and culture.","fullyFundedDate":1727986643159,"projectUrl":"project/principals-book-of-the-month-club/8763783/","projectTitle":"Principal's Book of the Month Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hasdorff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9203964_orig.jpg?crop=580,580,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692444281323","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9203964"},{"teacherId":6478382,"projectId":9005743,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our classroom! Your support has made a meaningful difference in our daily learning experiences. With the new resources, our Pre-K3 students have been more engaged and excited to learn.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students were beyond thrilled!Their faces lit up with joy and curiosity, and many of them eagerly asked, \"Is this for us?\"They immediately started exploring and using the new resources with big smiles, turning every learning moment into an adventure. It has been heartwarming to see how much more confident and focused they are now that they have materials that meet their needs and spark their interest. \r\nYour donation gave our students a head start, and now we are exited to continue building on this strong foundation. Thank you again for helping us create such a nurturing and inspiring learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1734640529094,"projectUrl":"project/pre-k3-students-achieve-positive-outcome/9005743/","projectTitle":"Pre-K3 Students Achieve Positive Outcomes Through Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6478382_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726616426585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6478382"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_17628","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":456,"numTeachers":36,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":89,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":75.8,"schoolId":17628,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Wooldridge Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Wooldridge Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/austin-independent-school-district/wooldridge-elementary-school/17628"}