{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Central Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":42.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6500186,"projectId":10176648,"letterContent":"Your generous donation of snacks has made a bigger impact in our classroom than words can fully capture. What might seem like a small gesture has truly transformed the way my students are able to engage, focus, and feel cared for throughout the school day.\r\nWe've been using the snacks in a very intentional way to support both learning and well-being. Many of my students come to school without having had a full meal, and by the time we reach mid-morning or the afternoon, their energy and concentration can drop significantly. Now, we have built in a short \"brain boost\" break where students can grab a snack and reset. This has become an essential part of our routine. During one recent reading workshop, I noticed a remarkable difference—students who would typically struggle to stay focused were actively participating, discussing the text, and even volunteering to read aloud. Something as simple as having a snack beforehand helped them show up ready to learn.\r\nOne particularly meaningful moment happened during a math group activity. Students were working collaboratively to solve multi-step problems, and I quietly offered snacks before we began. The shift in mood was immediate. Students were more patient with each other, more willing to explain their thinking, and less frustrated when they encountered challenges. One student even said, \"I can think better now,\" which perfectly sums up the impact you've had. It wasn't just about hunger—it was about giving them the ability to fully engage.\r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, the students' reactions were filled with excitement and gratitude. Their eyes lit up, and they couldn't believe that people they've never met cared enough to support them in this way. Many students said \"thank you\" without even being prompted, and some asked thoughtful questions about who donated them. It sparked a meaningful conversation about kindness, generosity, and community. For many of them, it was a powerful reminder that they are supported beyond the walls of our classroom.\r\nSince then, the snacks have become more than just food—they represent comfort, stability, and encouragement. Students know that they have something to rely on, and that sense of security has helped create a more positive and focused classroom environment. I've seen fewer disruptions, improved behavior, and a stronger sense of community among students.\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build on this support as we move into more collaborative and project-based learning. Students are currently working on group projects that require sustained focus, problem-solving, and teamwork. Having access to snacks ensures that they can maintain their energy and stay engaged for longer periods of time. Our next steps include incorporating longer work sessions where students research, create, and present their ideas—and these snacks will play a key role in keeping them fueled and ready.\r\nWe also plan to involve students more in taking ownership of our classroom routines, including responsibly managing snack time and ensuring that everyone has access. This helps build responsibility and reinforces the idea that our classroom is a shared community where we look out for one another.\r\nYour donation has done so much more than provide snacks—it has removed a barrier to learning and replaced it with opportunity. It has allowed my students to focus, collaborate, and succeed in ways that might not have been possible otherwise. Most importantly, it has shown them that they are valued and supported.\r\nThank you for making a real difference in their daily lives.","fullyFundedDate":1776363376053,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-success/10176648/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6500186"},{"teacherId":3087401,"projectId":4917273,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Your contribution made a lasting difference for our scholars, 90% of whom came from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, yet showed up each day ready to learn, grow, and take on the world with a strong \"can do\" attitude.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students had access to essential tools that supported learning both at home and as we transitioned back into the classroom. With the addition of headphones, students were able to focus, engage more deeply in lessons, and experience fewer distractions during virtual and in-person instruction. The portable document camera allowed lessons to be modeled clearly, helping students better understand expectations and stay connected to their learning despite the physical distance.\r\n\r\nDuring such an unprecedented time, maintaining a sense of normalcy and high expectations was critical. Your support helped ensure that instruction remained clear, accessible, and effective. It also allowed us to prioritize student safety by minimizing the need to share supplies, helping reduce the spread of germs while still providing each child with the resources they needed to succeed.\r\n\r\nOur students rose to the challenge in remarkable ways, and your generosity played an important role in their success. We are deeply grateful for your support and the impact it had on their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1596463266978,"projectUrl":"project/preparing-for-continued-distance-learnin/4917273/","projectTitle":"Preparing for Continued Distance Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. G.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/p-griffin"},{"teacherId":3087401,"projectId":4882816,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support during such a critical time for our classroom. Your kindness made a meaningful difference for our hardworking scholars in Seagoville, Texas—students who showed up each day with determination, resilience, and a true \"can do\" spirit despite the challenges they faced.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, we were better equipped to navigate learning during COVID. With tools that supported clear communication in a masked and socially distanced classroom, our students were able to hear instruction more effectively and stay engaged in their learning. This played a key role in bridging the gap created by distance and safety measures.\r\n\r\nYour support also brought encouragement beyond academics. Small touches helped remind students they were seen, valued, and capable, brightening their days and keeping them motivated whether they were learning at school or from home. These moments of connection mattered deeply during that time.\r\n\r\nOur students—many from economically disadvantaged backgrounds—rose to every challenge with strength and perseverance. Your generosity helped ensure that obstacles did not limit their opportunity to succeed.\r\n\r\nWe remain incredibly grateful for your support and the lasting impact it had on our students' learning and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1588694246656,"projectUrl":"project/lets-be-clearwe-want-to-hear/4882816/","projectTitle":"Let's Be Clear...We Want to Hear","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. G.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/p-griffin"},{"teacherId":6456863,"projectId":10089210,"letterContent":"I am writing with heartfelt gratitude to thank you for your generous support in funding a year-long subscription to Scholastic magazines for my Pre-K classroom. Your kindness has brought an incredible resource into our learning environment, and I want you to know just how meaningful this gift is for our young learners.\r\n\r\nAt the Pre-K level, curiosity is everything. Our students are just beginning to explore the world beyond their immediate surroundings, and having access to high-quality, engaging reading materials makes a tremendous difference. The Scholastic magazines you've provided are more than just reading tools—they are windows into new ideas, vocabulary, and experiences that many of my students might not otherwise encounter.","fullyFundedDate":1774963693164,"projectUrl":"project/little-readers-big-discoveries/10089210/","projectTitle":"Little Readers, Big Discoveries","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Norton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6456863_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588188632124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/norton"},{"teacherId":6456863,"projectId":10177073,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the generous donors who made our recent project possible. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our Pre-K classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students now have access to garden supplies and hands-on Montessori life cycle activities. These experiences are more than just materials—they are opportunities for curiosity, discovery, and growth. Our young learners are now able to explore nature, understand how living things grow and change, and develop independence through engaging, meaningful work.","fullyFundedDate":1775680738137,"projectUrl":"project/little-gardeners-big-discoveries/10177073/","projectTitle":"Little Gardeners, Big Discoveries!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Norton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6456863_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588188632124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/norton"},{"teacherId":5387683,"projectId":10166507,"letterContent":"This project provided the school clinic with a much needed ice maker for the school clinic! In addition to the ice maker, this project supplied the clinic with ice maker cleaner as well as snack bags to make small ice packs for my students. Ice packs are used multiple times a day for various reasons. On nice weather days, the clinic will see many playground injuries as well as gym injuries. Students who bump heads in the classroom also come to the clinic for ice. I also use ice packs to help with itching from insect bites or small rashes. \r\nAs an elementary school nurse, an ice maker is a vital part of the school clinic. Because of YOUR donation, the clinic now has a brand new icemaker in the clinic!! Thank you so very much for your donation that made this project fund!! A special shout out to G.E.H.A for matching funds to make this special project fund so quickly!!!","fullyFundedDate":1775141782445,"projectUrl":"project/ice-maker-for-students-bumps-and-bruise/10166507/","projectTitle":"Ice Maker for Student's Bumps and Bruises!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez, RN BSN","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5387683_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625777255089","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/c-hernandezrn"},{"teacherId":6456863,"projectId":10089116,"letterContent":"In a Pre-K classroom, every item has a purpose, and your thoughtful contributions help ensure that our students have what they need to succeed. These supplies support not only academic growth but also creativity, independence, and a love of learning. They allow us to create meaningful, hands-on experiences that are essential at this stage of development.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity reminds us that there are people who care deeply about education and believe in supporting young learners. Even though we may never meet, please know that your kindness is felt every single day in our classroom. You are helping to create a positive, enriching environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for your support, your generosity, and your investment in our students' future. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1774963855935,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-restock/10089116/","projectTitle":"Classroom Restock!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Norton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6456863_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588188632124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/norton"},{"teacherId":6456863,"projectId":10042495,"letterContent":"In a Pre-K classroom, learning happens through exploration, creativity, and repetition. Having a steady supply of these materials ensures that every child has the opportunity to participate fully and benefit from each activity. Your generosity helps us maintain a well-prepared classroom where students feel excited to learn and confident in their abilities.\r\n\r\nBeyond the supplies themselves, your support sends a powerful message—that our students are valued and that their education matters. Even though we may not know you personally, please know that your kindness is felt every single day. You are helping to create a space where children can explore, grow, and develop a lifelong love of learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity, your thoughtfulness, and your investment in our classroom. We truly appreciate your support and the positive impact you are making in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1774963784297,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-learning/10042495/","projectTitle":"Colorful Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Norton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6456863_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588188632124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/norton"},{"teacherId":6456863,"projectId":9994289,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful gift of TPT (Teachers Pay Teachers) gift cards for our Pre-K classroom. Your generosity allows us to bring engaging, creative, and meaningful learning materials directly to our students.\r\n\r\nOur students benefit from materials that make learning fun, colorful, and engaging. Simple things like matching games, tracing activities, storytelling prompts, and hands-on centers become powerful tools when they are thoughtfully designed. These experiences not only build academic readiness but also foster confidence, independence, and a love of learning that will stay with them for years to come","fullyFundedDate":1774963780677,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-for-the-win/9994289/","projectTitle":"TPT For The Win!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Norton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6456863_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588188632124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/norton"},{"teacherId":6456863,"projectId":10089195,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your support of our STEM project for our Pre-K students. Your generosity has made a meaningful impact in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, our young learners have been able to explore hands-on activities such as engineering games, marble runs, building with blocks, and engaging in blueprint-based creations. These experiences are more than just play—they are building early problem-solving skills, creativity, collaboration, and a love for learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1774963852416,"projectUrl":"project/building-brains-from-the-start-pre-k-st/10089195/","projectTitle":"Building Brains from the Start: Pre-K STEM Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Norton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6456863_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588188632124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/norton"},{"teacherId":6456863,"projectId":9904513,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks for your incredible generosity in supporting our project to provide seasonal books for our Pre-K classroom. Because of your kindness, our classroom library has been enriched with a wonderful collection of books that reflect the changing seasons and special times throughout the year. These books have already begun to make a meaningful difference in the way my students experience learning.\r\n\r\nYoung children learn best through engaging, relatable, and meaningful content, and these seasonal books do exactly that. They allow my students to connect what they are learning in the classroom to the world around them. Whether we are exploring the colors of fall, the excitement of winter holidays, the renewal of spring, or the warmth of summer, these stories help bring each season to life in a way that is both educational and magical. The students are more engaged during read-alouds and are eager to explore the books independently, fostering a growing love for reading.","fullyFundedDate":1773851967236,"projectUrl":"project/adventure-awaits/9904513/","projectTitle":"Adventure Awaits!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Norton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6456863_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588188632124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/norton"},{"teacherId":6456863,"projectId":9797522,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support in funding our classroom project. Because of your kindness, we now have a new EcoTank printer, extra ink, and a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card—resources that will make a lasting and meaningful impact on both my teaching and my students' learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThe EcoTank printer has already become an essential tool in our classroom. I can print materials freely without worrying about constantly replacing cartridges. This means I can provide more engaging, colorful, and differentiated resources tailored to meet the unique needs of each of my Pre-K learners. From hands-on learning activities and visual supports to games and creative projects, this printer allows me to bring lessons to life in ways that truly capture my students' attention and imagination.","fullyFundedDate":1767804294670,"projectUrl":"project/printing-in-pre-k/9797522/","projectTitle":"Printing in Pre-K!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Norton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6456863_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588188632124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/norton"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_14080","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":557,"numTeachers":36,"percentFrplEligible":84,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":13,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":70,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.0,"schoolId":14080,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Central Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Central Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/dallas-independent-school-district/central-elementary-school/14080"}