{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Frost Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":45.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10179977,"projectId":9601821,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting our project, \"Fill the Classroom, Fuel the Future.\" Because of you, my kindergarten students now have access to materials that truly enhance their daily learning experiences. From the moment the supplies arrived, their faces lit up with excitement and curiosity. They were eager to explore, touch, and use the new resources, and it immediately sparked meaningful conversations, collaboration, and hands-on learning throughout our classroom.\r\nThanks to your support, our next steps include building on these lessons by deepening foundational skills, encouraging independence, and strengthening collaboration among students. Your contribution has made a lasting impact not only on our classroom but also on each child's confidence and love for learning. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in our students' future. Thank you for helping us fuel their journey every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1758481323601,"projectUrl":"project/fill-the-classroom-fuel-the-future/9601821/","projectTitle":"Fill the Classroom, Fuel the Future","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Guillen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10179977"},{"teacherId":8681236,"projectId":9463429,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my Pre-K students now have access to engaging puzzles, books, and hands-on educational activities that support meaningful learning through play. These new materials are being used daily during centers, small groups, and independent exploration. The puzzles help strengthen fine motor skills, problem-solving, and perseverance, while the books promote language development, early literacy skills, and a growing love for reading. The educational activities allow students to practice letters, numbers, shapes, and colors in ways that feel fun and developmentally appropriate. Many of my students learn best through hands-on experiences, and these resources have increased engagement, confidence, and participation in the classroom. Your support has truly enhanced our learning environment and helped lay a strong foundation for future academic success. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact on my students' early learning journey. 💜","fullyFundedDate":1753790821774,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-futures-essential-tools/9463429/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Futures: Essential Tools for My Pre-K Jaguars!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8681236_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725494416540","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8681236"},{"teacherId":9521868,"projectId":9471133,"letterContent":"When the boxes arrived, my kinders were buzzing with excitement. They gathered around, eyes wide, as we opened each package. The biggest cheers came when they realized everyone would get their very own whiteboard and marker. They couldn't wait to try them out—within minutes, we were practicing letters and solving math problems together, proudly holding up our boards to show off their answers.\r\n\r\nThe privacy dividers have already made a difference. A few of my students who normally get distracted leaned over and whispered, \"Look! I did it all by myself!\" It was such a sweet moment of independence. The headphones have also been a game-changer during our learning centers. Now each child can focus on their reading or math program without all the background noise.\r\n\r\nEven the little things are making a big impact—our wipes are keeping us healthy and ready to learn, and the straws and stickers have turned into fun tools for counting, sorting, and STEM activities.\r\n\r\nWhat's next? We'll be using these materials daily as we move into new sight words, math stories, and bigger projects. Having the right tools has made my students feel special, capable, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for making our classroom brighter and our learning stronger. My students know that someone out there believes in them—and that makes all the difference.","fullyFundedDate":1754167763812,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-learn-tools-for-focus-cleanli/9471133/","projectTitle":"Ready to Learn: Tools for Focus, Cleanliness and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9521868_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754167717645","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9521868"},{"teacherId":10054097,"projectId":9414987,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in providing our classroom with binders, binder dividers with pockets, Lysol sanitizer spray, Amazon disinfectant wipes, and Post-It anchor paper. These resources have already made a significant difference in both the learning environment and the daily experiences of my students. Your generosity has directly impacted our classroom in ways that go far beyond supplies—it has created a cleaner, more organized, and more engaging space for learning.\r\n\r\nThe binders and binder dividers with pockets have transformed the way my students organize their classwork. Before, many of them struggled to keep track of handouts, assignments, and notes, which often led to misplaced work or incomplete projects. With the binders, each student now has a structured system to file and access materials. The dividers with pockets have been especially helpful, as students can store important papers, homework, and reference sheets without fear of them getting lost. I have noticed a remarkable improvement in how quickly they can find what they need, and this has allowed them to take greater responsibility for their learning. For some of my students, this sense of independence is empowering and boosts their confidence.\r\n\r\nThe Lysol sanitizer spray and disinfectant wipes have also become essential to maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment. With so many students working closely together throughout the day, germs spread quickly. Thanks to your donation, we are able to disinfect desks, tables, and shared materials regularly. The students themselves have taken ownership of this routine, often volunteering to wipe down surfaces and help keep the classroom tidy. This not only promotes good hygiene but also teaches them the importance of caring for shared spaces and respecting each other's health. Parents have expressed their appreciation for these added precautions, as it gives them peace of mind knowing their children are learning in a cleaner, safer environment.\r\n\r\nThe Post-It anchor paper has quickly become one of our favorite instructional tools. It allows me to model lessons in a way that students can easily reference later. We have used the large sheets to create anchor charts for reading strategies, math problem-solving steps, and classroom expectations. Because the paper sticks to the walls, students can revisit these resources whenever they need a reminder or support. Many students have commented on how helpful it is to have these visual references available throughout the day. It has also encouraged more collaboration during lessons, as we can record students' ideas and display them for everyone to see.\r\n\r\nOverall, these supplies have enhanced both the academic and social aspects of our classroom. Students are more organized, engaged, and mindful of their environment. They feel a stronger sense of pride and responsibility, knowing that their classroom is well-equipped and cared for. Your contribution has directly supported not just learning, but also the development of important life skills such as organization, responsibility, and collaboration.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and generosity. Your support has made a lasting impact on my students, and it is greatly appreciated by both them and myself. We are truly grateful to have caring donors like you who invest in education and believe in the potential of every child.","fullyFundedDate":1750769920426,"projectUrl":"project/empower-a-scholar-change-a-story/9414987/","projectTitle":"Empower a Scholar, Change a Story!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. King","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10054097"},{"teacherId":8681236,"projectId":7172935,"letterContent":"Thank you for investing in our PreK students! Your support helps provide critical resources for children who otherwise lack access, giving them a brighter start and a stronger foundation for learning. We're truly grateful!\r\nMy students and I were excited to begin using the new classroom resources, and they quickly became part of our daily learning activities. The materials were incorporated into whole-group instruction, small-group lessons, learning centers, and independent work. One of my favorite moments occurred when students eagerly explored the new resources together and immediately began making connections to what we had been learning in class. They were highly engaged, asked thoughtful questions, and enjoyed having opportunities to learn in a more hands-on way. It was wonderful to see their excitement and confidence grow as they used the materials throughout our lessons.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, they were thrilled. Their faces lit up with excitement, and they could not wait to begin using everything. They carefully explored each item and showed genuine appreciation for having new resources in our classroom. Their enthusiasm carried throughout the day and made learning even more enjoyable. It was clear that the new materials increased student engagement and encouraged active participation.\r\n\r\nAs we continued using the resources, students became more confident, collaborative, and willing to participate in classroom activities. The materials supported meaningful learning experiences and helped create an engaging classroom environment where students were excited to learn each day.\r\n\r\nOur next steps included continuing to incorporate the resources into a variety of classroom lessons and activities to reinforce important skills and encourage student growth. We planned to build on what students had already learned by providing additional opportunities for collaboration, problem-solving, and independent practice. Your generosity made these experiences possible, and my students truly benefited from the resources you helped provide. Thank you for investing in our classroom and supporting our students' learning.","fullyFundedDate":1677692934003,"projectUrl":"project/prek-is-where-magic-happens-/7172935/","projectTitle":"PreK Is Where Magic Happens !","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8681236_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725494416540","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8681236"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_18360","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":406,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":61,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":31,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":54.8,"schoolId":18360,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Frost Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Frost Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/houston-independent-school-district/frost-elementary-school/18360"}