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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Alessandro Volta Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":28.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2444103,"projectId":9025797,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our poetry project. My student were able to borrow poetry books and learn from a variety of Spanish poems. Students chose a poem to memorize and recite with the class. Students proudly shared their memorized poems that they chose from published poems. Students not only memorized poems, but also practiced using facial expressions along with natural gestures to enhance and illustrate the meaning of the poem. Students were very excited to choose among a variety of Spanish poetry books. Students also enjoyed the snacks during our after school poetry class as they recited their poems.","fullyFundedDate":1741558474141,"projectUrl":"project/more-poems/9025797/","projectTitle":"More Poems","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2444103_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485322137326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marisol"},{"teacherId":2444103,"projectId":9025786,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our poetry project. My student were able to borrow poetry books and learn from a variety of Spanish poems. Students chose a poem to memorize and recite with the class. Students proudly shared their memorized poems that they chose from published poems. Students not only memorized poems, but also practiced using facial expressions along with natural gestures to enhance and illustrate the meaning of the poem. Students were very excited to choose among a variety of Spanish poetry books.","fullyFundedDate":1737383179426,"projectUrl":"project/poems-poemas/9025786/","projectTitle":"Poems & Poemas","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2444103_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485322137326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marisol"},{"teacherId":10279500,"projectId":9758986,"letterContent":"I am so sorry for this delay on my response. There has been a lot of movement in my classroom, especially since I am still trying to adjust to my first year, but your donations really helped out my classroom a lot.\r\n\r\nWhen my students saw me with the box of new books, a lot of them quickly smiled, and in less than 10 minutes, most of those books were already checked out by my students, hence the reason I couldn't take as many pictures as those books are now checked out by the students. Most of them were especially thrilled to see the Harry Potter books in Spanish, as they have only found them in English prior.\r\n\r\nAs previously mentioned, I teach dual language 5th ELA and SLA. Due to the limited time I have with my students, there is not always a time for us to have independent reading time; but, at least once a week students may choose to read a book if they had finished all their other work for my class. Occasionally, I would ask students to write me a summary or to find the theme of a book, which was a skill we were working on throughout our first semester. Through the summaries, I have noticed growth in my students to achieve the 5th grade standards of finding theme, using details to support their ideas, and summarizing. \r\n\r\nMost of my students are Spanish dominant, but I still want to enhance their English language proficiencies. Because I surveyed my students at the beginning of the year, I discovered that majority of them appreciated graphic novels. Thanks to your generosity, I was able to provide graphic novels for my classroom library. Those were my most popular books yet. As I walked around the classroom, I noticed students grabbing the English graphic novels as well. Many told me they used the images to help them read, which is a skill I have thought them to use when reading an English book, or any complex book that may have images as a support. Because of this skill, many of my students actually improved on their middle of the year tests. \r\n\r\nLastly, the stools. Originally I wanted these stools for small group time, or during interventions. However, a lot of my students actually ended up liking them, and ask me to use it as flexible seating options. They also used the stools during group work, and they like going together to the library to work on a given assignment. \r\n\r\nOnce again, my class and I really appreciate all you have done for our classroom this year. They enjoy the books and the seats, and I am proud of the improvements that they are making. Thank you for all your donations!","fullyFundedDate":1758809361038,"projectUrl":"project/help-build-my-classroom-library/9758986/","projectTitle":"Help Build My Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10279500"},{"teacherId":2444103,"projectId":8396549,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in being able to add career day outfits for Kindergarten student to role play different scenarios. This addition supports their ability to enhance social skills as well as language development. Students are able to practice turn taking as they engage in playful learning scenes. This also creates opportunities to explore future career goals as they explore and learn about different community helpers. These outfits will support students year after year and make learning fun as they embrace community helpers and continue learning about different jobs.","fullyFundedDate":1716559513753,"projectUrl":"project/career-day-every-day/8396549/","projectTitle":"Career Day Every Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2444103_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485322137326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marisol"},{"teacherId":10181385,"projectId":9779778,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our classroom's supply of games for this winter season. After countless boring days of indoor recess and constantly having to draw or make up games on paper, my students we excited to finally see some games in the classroom. Their excitement was so great that instead of requesting a mocie day for fun Friday, they instead wanted to play these board games!\r\n\r\nWe now know that if there is ever a day that the weather conditions are not ideal outside or if we have fun Friday, we can play board games rather than simply being on our computers the whole time!","fullyFundedDate":1762266252227,"projectUrl":"project/fun-for-fourth-grade/9779778/","projectTitle":"Fun for Fourth Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mouroukos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10181385"},{"teacherId":2053225,"projectId":9870280,"letterContent":"I kept this project a secret because I knew this would impact them in a big way. The day the boxes started arriving I placed them on the table in the back. Each day the sun was shining and the kids came in complaining they had nothing to play with outside. Finally once the last box arrived I opened it in front of my homeroom. They were so incredibly excited as volleyball is a sport they always want to talk about. I am blessed to be apart of a volleyball community having a child who has fallen in love. We immediately grabbed the electric pump from the gym teacher and took them out to recess. What I didn't realize is how jealous all the kids would be when they saw my homeroom coming out. I quickly explained to the whole middle school that this was a gift from kind people for all of them to play together. \r\n\r\nStudents from different homerooms and different backgrounds began to laugh and play together. The teachers had been trying to figure out how to make it happen all year. The simple act of a volleyball in their hands brought them together. I went out the first week to correct some passing, show some student show to set, and to show off my high school volleyball skills :). The indoor setting ball is being checked out weekly for kids to practice at home. We even have a teacher from Columbia that is going to coach our boys volleyball team this year. Thank you!!!","fullyFundedDate":1762284927379,"projectUrl":"project/volleyball-fun-fundamentals/9870280/","projectTitle":"Volleyball Fun Fundamentals","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vancil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2053225_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449705433994","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-vancil"},{"teacherId":2053225,"projectId":9509079,"letterContent":"The simple act of kindness that you provided to my students makes such a difference. For a child to come to school not worrying whether or not they have paper or pencils to do their assignment is such a simple thing but makes a huge impact. While the world is constantly pushing back at my students families they get so excited about the fun games you have provided. We have had to have indoor recess because of the unrest outside, but we create a space of fun. \r\n\r\nI am sure you all remember playing some board games when you were little. They absolutely love the connect 4, guess who, don't break the ice and uno. The other day we had a sub in the classroom for a teacher who I work with that was out. They had never seen nor played don't break the ice. The sheer giggles that were had not only reached my students but this wonderful adult. Thank you for being amazing. When my kids first saw the materials they said \"but why would someone care about us?\" You showed them that a small act of kindness goes a long way. I have no doubt in my mind that when they become adults they will pass along the giving lesson they learned.","fullyFundedDate":1761792440913,"projectUrl":"project/starting-with-respect-and-rapport/9509079/","projectTitle":"Starting with Respect and Rapport","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vancil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2053225_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449705433994","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-vancil"},{"teacherId":200494,"projectId":9678603,"letterContent":"The rotating library has shone a beautiful light in my classroom and the new books have created an opportunity for my students to feel culturally inclusive and welcomed. It was exciting to build the library with my multicultural books that I owned and bring it to life. When my students entered our learning space, I didn't say anything about the library but quietly waited for their responses. Students eyes shone in awe and wonder. I eagerly shared some of the books with my students so that they could see how they were influential in creating the library. \r\n\r\nMy learning space welcomes students from all grades and languages. As an interventionist my instruction is intentional and planned for individual students and differentiated for groups. The library is a tool for students to practice their fluency by selecting books at their reading ability and also to encourage independent reading in our classroom or at home. There is a library check out system for my students. \r\n\r\nWe appreciate this gift and the influence it will have on each of my students. Thank you for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1758892032351,"projectUrl":"project/reading-around-the-world/9678603/","projectTitle":"Reading Around the World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wanda Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/200494"},{"teacherId":1979050,"projectId":9436407,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support for \"Building Bridges to Bilingualism,\" our primary students now have the Rosetta Stone Spanish Picture Dictionary—a colorful book with over 500 words and phrases, each paired with clear pictures. This has made a huge difference! Kids eagerly explore the pages daily, naming objects and trying new words. Our English learners beam with pride seeing Spanish celebrated, while everyone joins in with excitement. Your gift has turned curiosity about Spanish into confident, joyful practice.\r\n\r\nYou might wonder how a picture dictionary teaches so much. The bright photos next to each word help kids grasp meanings instantly—no translations needed. They quickly learn everyday terms for animals, foods, colors, family, and actions. Simple phrases let them build short sentences, like pointing to a picture and saying \"El perro corre.\" It all sticks because it's visual and fun, boosting vocabulary and sparking real conversations.\r\n\r\nIn library class, the book is always open! During choice time, kids cluster around it, quizzing each other and acting out words. In lessons, we play games—I say a Spanish word, and they find the picture or mimic the action. One shy English learner now confidently teaches peers numbers and greetings, while several native English speakers sprinkle Spanish phrases into play. The room buzzes with more connection and \"¡Hola!\" every day.\r\n\r\nThis project grew vocabulary, listening skills, and cultural pride across the class. With this dictionary, I've woven natural Spanish moments into our routine, making language learning feel easy and exciting.","fullyFundedDate":1753193759611,"projectUrl":"project/building-bridges-to-bilingualism/9436407/","projectTitle":"Building Bridges to Bilingualism","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1979050_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506787607591","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-jfernandez"},{"teacherId":1979050,"projectId":9436449,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support for \"Igniting a Love for Reading: Mo Willems Books,\" our library students now have a great collection of Mo Willems stories in our classroom—like the Pigeon books, Elephant and Piggie adventures, and the Knuffle Bunny tales. These have made a big difference! Kids who used to pick books only when they had to now head straight for these during choice time. They love rereading them and sharing the funny parts with friends. Your gift has helped so many children feel excited about opening a book every day.\r\n\r\nLots of you love reading too, but you might not know how these short, silly books with simple drawings build real reading skills. The speech bubbles show exactly who's talking, so kids practice reading with different voices and expressions—like yelling excitedly when there's an exclamation point! The big faces on characters help them spot feelings and guess what's next in the story. Short sentences with repeated words make sounding out easier, and the humor keeps them turning pages while learning about things like friendship and handling big emotions.\r\n\r\nIn our library, reading these books feels like playtime. I read one aloud and we all act out the Pigeon's wild pleas or Gerald's worried looks, getting lots of laughs. Then kids grab partners to take turns reading the dialogue, using funny voices and pointing to who's speaking. Some students have really taken off—one bouncy boy who got frustrated with longer books now reads full Elephant and Piggie stories without stopping, and a quiet kid who hardly joined in now jumps up to perform the Pigeon's dramatic parts for everyone. These stories have sparked confidence, chatter, and tons of happy reading moments. Thank you for helping light that spark!","fullyFundedDate":1755706835054,"projectUrl":"project/igniting-a-love-for-reading-mo-willems/9436449/","projectTitle":"Igniting a Love for Reading: Mo Willems Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1979050_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506787607591","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-jfernandez"},{"teacherId":1979050,"projectId":9436460,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support for \"Unleashing Laughter and Literacy: Dav Pilkey Books for Our Library,\" our students now have a bunch of Dog Man and Captain Underpants books right in our library. These books have made a huge difference! Kids who used to avoid the library corner now race to grab one, and they're always asking for more time to read. It's so fun to see them light up over these stories. You've helped turn kids who didn't love reading into kids who can't put a book down. \r\n\r\nA lot of you love books yourselves, but you might wonder how these goofy, picture-packed stories actually help kids learn. It's pretty cool—the big, colorful illustrations help kids figure out what's happening with the characters, the setting, and the action. The pictures give clues for harder words and help them guess what comes next. The comic-style pages teach them how stories flow from one part to the next. Plus, because the books are so funny, kids stay interested the whole time. Some are even starting to draw their own little comics now! \r\n\r\nReading time in our library is full of energy these days. We kick off with me reading aloud. Then they pair up or read in small groups, pointing at the pictures and telling the story in their own words. A few kids have really come out of their shells—one super-wiggly boy who never sat still for a book now finishes whole chapters on his own and grins ear to ear. A quieter girl who barely spoke up now loves telling the class her favorite funny parts. These books have brought so much laughter and real reading progress. Thank you for giving our kids this gift!","fullyFundedDate":1752165163584,"projectUrl":"project/unleashing-laughter-and-literacy-dav-pi/9436460/","projectTitle":"Unleashing Laughter and Literacy: Dav Pilkey Books for Our Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1979050_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506787607591","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-jfernandez"},{"teacherId":10239955,"projectId":9678504,"letterContent":"It has been a joy getting started with my sand tray set! Students have been really drawn to the uniqueness of the materials and the tactile nature of the sand. In my practice I've found that kids seldom grow out of benefiting from sensory materials like sand and other small manipulatives; with their hands in the sand, they have new opportunities to explore hopes, fears, strengths and challenges. \r\n\r\nI have had students use sand tray to help them tell difficult or unexplored parts of their personal story, and it's really opened up new avenues of reflection and communication. \r\n\r\nIn future months, I plan to continue using sand tray therapeutically in sessions, as well as in an icebreaker activity with new students. I'd also like to explore using the sand tray materials during the evaluation process when I complete a social history and invite students to share about their lives, needs and wants. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your contribution to help me strengthen and diversify my social work practice with Chicago students!","fullyFundedDate":1757540698407,"projectUrl":"project/sand-tray-creative-therapy-at-school/9678504/","projectTitle":"Sand Tray & Creative Therapy at School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10239955"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5467","usesÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":738,"numTeachers":43,"percentFrplEligible":89,"percentAsian":24,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":64,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"17.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":71.8,"schoolId":5467,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Alessandro Volta Elementary School on @ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½:","schoolName":"Alessandro Volta Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/alessandro-volta-elementary-school/5467"}