{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Miller's Point Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9340684,"projectId":9882770,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom is thriving! The snacks you provided have become an essential part of our daily routine. When students return from recess or start a challenging lesson, having a healthy snack available helps them stay focused and energized. The snacks have truly made a difference in their ability to concentrate and persevere.\r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, the excitement was contagious! Students eagerly helped organize the snack station and even suggested ways to share fairly so everyone could benefit. This sense of responsibility and gratitude has been wonderful to see.\r\nThanks to your support, I know my students will have the energy to tackle future classroom tasks with confidence, stamina, and focus. Your kindness has fueled not just their minds, but their motivation to learn and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1762874360250,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-our-minds-urgent-snacks-for-hun/9882770/","projectTitle":"Fueling Our Minds: Urgent Snacks for Hungry Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9340684_orig.png?crop=477,477,x18,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747936250419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbutler210"},{"teacherId":9340684,"projectId":9809799,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our class was able to take action and make a real difference in our community! Through the Time for Kids Service Stars Literacy Project, my students organized and completed a service project to restock our campus and neighborhood lending library with high-quality nonfiction books. This wasn't just about adding books, it was about empowering students to lead, collaborate, and give back.\r\nThe new nonfiction titles have sparked curiosity and built essential skills like analyzing informational text, identifying key details, and connecting ideas to real-world issues. Students learned how reading can inspire action, and they proudly shared their discoveries with classmates and families. Our lending library is now a vibrant resource for both our school and the surrounding community.\r\nOne student said, \"I feel like we're helping everyone learn more!\" Another couldn't wait to check out a book on space exploration and later taught the class what she learned. These moments show how your gift has turned reading into a shared experience that strengthens both literacy and community.\r\nThank you for making this possible. Your generosity helped our students become leaders and changemakers, one book at a time.\r\nWe hope you will continue to support us in future DonorsChoose projects so we can keep creating opportunities like this for our students and our community.","fullyFundedDate":1761747908948,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-by-exploring-learning-shari/9809799/","projectTitle":"Empowering by Exploring, Learning, Sharing: Enhancing a Lending Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9340684_orig.png?crop=477,477,x18,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747936250419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbutler210"},{"teacherId":9340684,"projectId":9793041,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been energized with curiosity and excitement through the Scholastic SuperSTEM and SuperScience STEM sets. These engaging resources have introduced our students to real-world science and engineering concepts in ways that are both accessible and inspiring. From exploring the physics of roller coasters to understanding ecosystems and robotics, students are developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and inquiry-based learning skills that are essential for success in STEM fields.\r\nIn our classroom, reading now looks like active investigation. Students dive into articles, diagrams, and experiments with enthusiasm, often working in pairs or small groups to discuss findings and ask deeper questions. One student who previously hesitated to participate in science lessons now eagerly volunteers to lead group discussions after reading a SuperScience article about space exploration. Another student, fascinated by the SuperSTEM engineering challenges, has started designing her own inventions during free time. These materials have sparked a love of learning and empowered students to see themselves as scientists and engineers.\r\nYour donation has made a meaningful difference. You've helped create a classroom where science is not just taught, it's experienced, explored, and enjoyed every day. Thank you for investing in our students' futures. We hope you'll continue supporting our classroom by funding future DonorsChoose projects. Your generosity helps us build a brighter future for every student, one discovery at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1760723625422,"projectUrl":"project/curious-minds-at-work-exploring-science/9793041/","projectTitle":"Curious Minds at Work: Exploring Science and STEM Through Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9340684_orig.png?crop=477,477,x18,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747936250419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbutler210"},{"teacherId":10048253,"projectId":9390487,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your amazing donations to my classroom. The students who were not able to bring in school supplies like their crayons, glue and headphones are able to have these materials. The students have loved the headphones and are excited to have their own pair to use for the year. The tissues have come in handy for the new school year.\r\n\r\nThe kids were beyond excited to see all the items that were there's and I was able to have give the students the materials they didn't bring so they could participate. The students were the most excited for the foam blocks and have not put them down since we got them.\r\n\r\nMy next steps are for my students to use the materials like the glue sticks, crayons and paper towels for an art project for our upcoming open house!","fullyFundedDate":1750773701139,"projectUrl":"project/rockin-kindergarten-class/9390487/","projectTitle":"Rockin' Kindergarten Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Werner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10048253"},{"teacherId":9340684,"projectId":9530584,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Tasty Treats for Bright Minds and Big Goals.\" Because of your generosity, we were able to create a meaningful rewards system that motivates students to set goals, work hard, and celebrate their progress along the way. When the treats and materials arrived, my students were so excited, they couldn't believe that people they had never met believed in their success.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the treats as part of our classroom incentive program, where students earn rewards for demonstrating responsibility, kindness, academic effort, and personal growth. One future plan for this school year is our \"Goal Getters\" celebration each Friday, where students who meet their weekly goals will choose a treat and get recognized in front of their peers. It's created a positive buzz in the classroom and encouraged students to push themselves just a little further.\r\n\r\nAs we continue into the school year, this rewards system is helping build a culture of encouragement and accountability. Your support has made a real difference, not only by providing tangible rewards, but by reinforcing the message that hard work is noticed and celebrated. Thank you for being part of our classroom community and investing in our students' motivation and growth!","fullyFundedDate":1755521904384,"projectUrl":"project/tasty-treats-for-bright-minds-and-big-go/9530584/","projectTitle":"Tasty Treats for Bright Minds and Big Goals","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9340684_orig.png?crop=477,477,x18,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747936250419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbutler210"},{"teacherId":9340684,"projectId":9530235,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our project, \"Incentives That Count: Building Financial Literacy Through Classroom Economy.\" The incentives you provided have transformed our classroom into a vibrant learning environment. We recently launched a rewards system where students could earn points for demonstrating positive behavior and mastering financial concepts. The excitement was contagious as students eagerly engaged in lessons, knowing they could redeem their points for fun prizes. One standout moment was when a student, who had been struggling, finally earned enough points to select a special treat. The joy on their face was a testament to the impact this initiative has had on motivation and engagement. When the students first encountered the new materials, their eyes lit up with enthusiasm. They were thrilled to see the variety of treats and trinkets available, and this immediate excitement translated into an eagerness to learn about money management and the importance of earning rewards through hard work. As we progress, we plan to incorporate more complex lessons that tie into our classroom economy, including budgeting for their desired treats and understanding the value of saving. Your contributions have not only provided tangible rewards but have also instilled valuable life skills in our students. We hope to have your continued support as future sponsors for our classroom projects, enabling us to further enrich our students' learning experiences. We are deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1755521912308,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-that-count-building-financia/9530235/","projectTitle":"Incentives That Count: Building Financial Literacy Through Classroom Economy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9340684_orig.png?crop=477,477,x18,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747936250419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbutler210"},{"teacherId":9340684,"projectId":9238976,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed into a vibrant hub of curiosity and discovery. The new non-fiction books have opened doors for our students, not just to new knowledge, but to new ways of thinking and engaging with the world. These texts have helped us introduce essential reading skills such as identifying main ideas and supporting details, making inferences, and understanding text features like captions, diagrams, and glossaries. Students are learning to ask questions, seek evidence, and connect what they read to their own lives.\r\n\r\nReading time in our classroom is now filled with excitement and purpose. Students eagerly choose books from our new collection, often gathering in small groups to share interesting facts or surprising discoveries. One student, who previously struggled to find joy in reading, has become fascinated by animal science books and now reads independently every day. Another student, who loves space, has been inspired to write her own mini-book about the solar system after reading several of our new titles.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a lasting impact, not just on our shelves, but in the hearts and minds of our young readers. If you'd like to continue supporting our journey, we'd be thrilled to welcome you back for future projects. Every book, every resource, and every bit of encouragement helps build a stronger foundation for lifelong learning. Thank you for being part of our story!","fullyFundedDate":1753880264730,"projectUrl":"project/non-fiction-books-a-pathway-to-reading/9238976/","projectTitle":"Non-Fiction Books: A Pathway to Reading Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9340684_orig.png?crop=477,477,x18,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747936250419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbutler210"},{"teacherId":9340684,"projectId":9302671,"letterContent":"I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks for your support in funding books for our community lending library. Your generosity has had a profound impact on both our students and the community.\r\n\r\nOur students gained invaluable experience in helping others and learned the importance of volunteerism. This project helped them develop empathy and understand the needs of others, fostering compassion and social responsibility. The students worked together, enhancing their teamwork and collaboration skills. Many students took on leadership roles, building confidence and leadership abilities.\r\n\r\nThe community now has access to engaging reading materials, promoting literacy and a love for reading. With more books available, community members have greater opportunities for learning and personal development. Accessible reading materials encourages lifelong learning and intellectual growth within the community.\r\nYour support has truly made a difference, enriching the lives of our students and benefiting the community as a whole. Thank you for being a part of this wonderful initiative.","fullyFundedDate":1747685888834,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-readers-enhancing-a-communi/9302671/","projectTitle":"\"Empowering Readers: Enhancing a Community Lending Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9340684_orig.png?crop=477,477,x18,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747936250419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbutler210"},{"teacherId":9340684,"projectId":9315602,"letterContent":"My students received the coding robots today and started using them immediately. The excitement was contagious when the students first saw the coding robots. Their eyes widened with amazement, and they could not wait to start exploring. The room was filled with laughter and curiosity as they eagerly unboxed the robots and began experimenting with the controls. It was a heartwarming moment that I will never forget.\r\n\r\nThey used the coding robots to learn the basics of programming in a fun and interactive way. Students were able to program their robots to complete a series of tasks, such as navigating through a mini obstacle course and delivering a \"message\" to a designated spot. This project not only taught them basic coding principles but also encouraged teamwork and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to integrate the coding robots into a larger project where students will design and program robots to solve simple real-world problems. This will help them understand the practical applications of coding and inspire them to think creatively about how technology can be used to make a difference.\r\n\r\nYour support has made all this possible, and we are incredibly grateful. Thank you for being a part of my students' journey and for empowering them to become the innovators of tomorrow.","fullyFundedDate":1747342487997,"projectUrl":"project/coding-robots-empowering-future-innova/9315602/","projectTitle":"\"Coding Robots: Empowering Future Innovators\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9340684_orig.png?crop=477,477,x18,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747936250419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbutler210"},{"teacherId":9340684,"projectId":9192264,"letterContent":"The Storyworks 2 project has had a profound impact on my students, introducing them to a diverse range of texts that are both engaging and educational. These materials have helped to develop important skills, such as identifying main ideas, understanding different perspectives, and analyzing the author's purpose. The nonfiction stories, paired with thought-provoking questions, have encouraged students to think critically, make inferences, and summarize information. Through activities like vocabulary building and group discussions, the students are not only becoming more confident readers but are also learning how to express their thoughts and engage in meaningful dialogue about what they've read.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is a dynamic and collaborative experience. Students read the texts individually or in small groups, and we follow up with interactive activities such as debates, written reflections, and peer discussions. The variety of topics, from historical events to science explorations, has kept them excited and curious. One student who typically struggles with reading has found a new sense of pride in reading the captivating articles on space exploration. Another student who loves current events is particularly drawn to the stories on social justice, feeling inspired to discuss and share their opinions with the class.\r\n\r\nThanks to the Storyworks 2 project, my students are not only improving their reading skills but are also developing a broader worldview. The texts have sparked their curiosity and have motivated them to read more independently. Your support has created an environment where reading is fun, enriching, and empowering—thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1742913411114,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-readers-with-storyworks/9192264/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Readers with Storyworks 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9340684_orig.png?crop=477,477,x18,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747936250419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbutler210"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_13473","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":560,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":20,"percentWhite":14,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":55,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.2,"schoolId":13473,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Miller's Point Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Miller's Point Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/judson-independent-school-district/miller-s-point-elementary-school/13473"}