{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Delcroft School","outOfStateSupporters":36.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2145419,"projectId":9925797,"letterContent":"This project made a meaningful impact on our Title 1 classroom by bringing joy, comfort, and a sense of community to our students. Many of our students do not have access to games or art supplies at home, so receiving items like Sorry, Connect Four, and their own box of Crayola colored pencils was incredibly special. Indoor recess has been transformed into a time where students can build social skills, practice teamwork, and simply enjoy being kids in a safe and engaging environment. Having structured, fun options has helped reduce conflicts and created a more positive classroom atmosphere.\r\n\r\nIn addition, being able to provide each student with a snack and their own set of supplies helped meet both their physical and emotional needs. For some students, a snack during the day makes a big difference in their focus and energy levels. The excitement on their faces when they received these items was unforgettable—they felt valued, supported, and cared for. This project not only enhanced their daily school experience but also reinforced that their classroom is a place where they are seen and appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1773848314630,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-minds-and-joyful-play-for-indoo/9925797/","projectTitle":"Colorful Minds and Joyful Play for Indoor Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shannon Baxter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2145419_orig.jpg?crop=1241,1241,x162,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1602080949238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2145419"},{"teacherId":2145440,"projectId":9931427,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation towards our calming corner. My second grade classroom works hard to build strong academic skill but also social-emotional skills. Young children are in need of learning coping skills when their emotions get the best of them. Many of my students benefit from having a safe, quiet space where they can take a break, regulate emotions, and be able to calm themselves down so they can get back to learning. My calming corner was in need of some updated items for my students. They have used the weighted sloth and pillow knot to help them calm down when they are frustrated and can't get their emotions under control. The colored pencils gives them an opportunity to color which helps them calm down, too. All my students love the sand and water frame. It is mesmerizing and relaxes my students. I was able to use the textured infinity stickers and breathe strips in their desks so they can feel them at their seat. They said the texture helps them calm down and practice their breathing techniques. I am so grateful for all the supplies for our calming corner. My students are learning how to cope with their emotions and get back to learning.","fullyFundedDate":1766869495866,"projectUrl":"project/calming-corner/9931427/","projectTitle":"Calming Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCallum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2145440_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x23,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1560482870431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mccallum"},{"teacherId":3383302,"projectId":9832935,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful donation to our class! Since receiving the items, I have seen an incredible amount of improvement and increased on task behavior from my class. The headphones are helping so much! With the new seats, I am able to fully conduct small groups. Even with my after school tutoring students, they love to sit in \"the seats that match the room\"! \r\n\r\nI cannot wait to use the seat pillows when state testing starts. The students are looking forward to them. They are so grateful for all of the love that you have shown them. Our classroom community has improved so much! Thank you all again!","fullyFundedDate":1766889365014,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-support/9832935/","projectTitle":"Small Group Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tiffany Breen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3383302_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y138&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761606414419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3383302"},{"teacherId":2334227,"projectId":9750248,"letterContent":"WOW! Thank you so much for your generosity! My students and I are thrilled with the new supplies and books that were funded. I see students in grades first through fourth who love to read and learn! My groups are constantly changing based on needs and the materials from Donor's Choose are always such a helpful, useful resource! We read and write daily and there is always time for Dog Man books- they are a fan favorite with my students! \r\nI appreciate all the support the donor's have provided to my classroom. As a teacher, this support means the world!","fullyFundedDate":1764605074591,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-learn/9750248/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conroy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2334227_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1479264479887","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2334227"},{"teacherId":2145355,"projectId":10078085,"letterContent":"Thanks for helping me to stock our monthly reward store with some of the students' favorite items! Our kids love fidget items - so the soccer fidget spinners are always a fan favorite. Bouncy balls, eyeball finger puppets, and slap bracelets remain favorites as well. And, we can't go wrong with mechanical pencils and multi-color 6-in-1 pens - the kids love both.\r\n We are so appreciative for the ongoing support to keep fun staple items in our reward store. This really helps our students to work their hardest and display their best behavior.\r\n Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1770672220196,"projectUrl":"project/february-rewards-part-2/10078085/","projectTitle":"February Rewards, Part 2!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeStephanis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2145355_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449101228317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bethdestephanis"},{"teacherId":2145355,"projectId":10075950,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation which kept our Reward store running for another month! Our middle school students love, love, love the chips and candy treats - food is such a motivating reward! Kids of all ages loved the playing cards - it's so good to see kids wanting to play games instead of exclusively wanting technology. And the motivational bracelets were a big hit too. It's been really uplifting to see students walking around wearing bracelets that read \"I am kind,\" \"I am worthy,\" and \"I am beautiful.\"\r\n\r\nThank you again for making sure our kids have great rewards! Happy Spring!","fullyFundedDate":1770672220213,"projectUrl":"project/february-rewards/10075950/","projectTitle":"February Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeStephanis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2145355_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449101228317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bethdestephanis"},{"teacherId":2217270,"projectId":9934813,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting Delcroft School through the donation of coats and gloves for our students. Your kindness has had an immediate and meaningful impact during this frigid winter season. Each day I see students arrive more comfortable, focused, and ready to learn because their basic needs are being met. One moment that truly stood out for me was when one student, who after receiving a new coat showed so much gratitude for having a new warm coat for the winter. I wish you all could have shared that experience in person as I did because you made that moment possible through your donation. \r\nWhen the coats and gloves were first distributed, the reaction was a mix of excitement and relief. Students were smiling, trying on their coats, and comparing gloves with their peers. More importantly, there was a noticeable boost in confidence because students felt cared for and supported. This has strengthened our school community, creating an environment where students are more open to collaboration and engagement. Something as simple as being warm has removed a barrier to learning that many of our students quietly faced each day.\r\nThank you for being such an important part of our students' success and well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1766048493190,"projectUrl":"project/warm-hands-warm-hearts-coats-and-glove/9934813/","projectTitle":"Warm Hands, Warm Hearts: Coats and Gloves for Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bristow MacDonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2217270_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1551360872428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2217270"},{"teacherId":3109805,"projectId":9942672,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our special needs classroom project. Your kindness and support have made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students, providing them with resources and opportunities that help them learn, grow, and thrive.\r\n\r\nBecause of you and your generous donations, our classroom is a more engaging, supportive, and a joyful place. We are truly grateful for your commitment to our students and their ability to succeed daily.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1765562420876,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-play/9942672/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chestnut","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3109805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597973011465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3109805"},{"teacherId":8428396,"projectId":9371705,"letterContent":"Our new classroom organization materials have made a huge impact on how our classroom runs each day. The book bins, name tags, book tape, magnets, and turn-in bins have helped us create a more structured and student-centered environment where everyone knows exactly where materials belong. One moment that stood out was during our reading block—students were able to quickly grab their book bins, find their independent reading books, and transition smoothly into learning without confusion or lost time. It may seem simple, but that level of organization has truly maximized our instructional minutes.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they were so excited to help set everything up. They loved seeing their own name tags on their bins and immediately took ownership of keeping their spaces neat and organized. There was a sense of pride that filled the room, and students kept saying how our classroom felt \"official\" and \"like a real library.\" It created instant buy-in and responsibility.\r\n\r\nWe've already begun using these materials in a classroom project focused on building independence and accountability. Students are learning how to manage their own supplies, properly store books, and use the turn-in bins to submit assignments efficiently. We've even incorporated mini-lessons on organization skills and why they matter, connecting it to real-life responsibilities.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will continue developing these habits as we begin a research-based reading and writing project. They will use their book bins to store texts and resources, the magnets for tracking progress on group boards, and the turn-in bins to manage drafts and final copies of their work. These materials are helping us build a classroom where students are organized, confident, and ready to take ownership of their learning—and we are so grateful for the support that made this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1749251558331,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-organized/9371705/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Organized","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCarthy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8428396_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652401965656","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8428396"},{"teacherId":8428396,"projectId":8915480,"letterContent":"When our mini classroom fridge arrived, it quickly became more than just a new item in the room—it became a meaningful part of our daily routine. We use it to store student snacks, drinks, and occasional rewards, which has helped create a more comfortable and focused learning environment. One specific moment that stood out was during a long math small group rotation. Instead of students becoming distracted or asking to leave the room, they were able to quickly grab a cold water or snack during a transition and return ready to learn. That small shift helped us maintain momentum and maximize our instructional time.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the fridge, they were beyond excited. There were lots of smiles, questions, and even a few \"This is so cool!\" comments. For many of them, it felt like a special addition that made our classroom feel more welcoming and cared for. It also sparked conversations about responsibility, as we worked together to set expectations for keeping the fridge organized and respectful for everyone.\r\n\r\nThanks to this resource, we are also incorporating more real-world learning experiences. For example, students are beginning a math-based project where they will track snack inventory, calculate costs, and practice budgeting skills. They'll use data to make decisions about what items to \"restock\" and how to manage limited resources—connecting math concepts to everyday life in a meaningful way.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we plan to build on this by integrating more hands-on, real-world problem-solving tasks that tie into our math curriculum. The fridge has helped us create a space where students feel supported, energized, and ready to learn—and that impact is something we are incredibly grateful for.","fullyFundedDate":1730911406345,"projectUrl":"project/food-saver/8915480/","projectTitle":"Food Saver","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCarthy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8428396_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652401965656","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8428396"},{"teacherId":8428396,"projectId":9404537,"letterContent":"Our new recess equipment has completely transformed the way my students experience their break time and return to learning. We use the materials daily, and they've become an important part of helping students reset, recharge, and build positive relationships with one another. One moment that really stood out was watching a group of students organize their own kickball game—assigning teams, creating rules, and resolving disagreements independently. It was such a powerful example of teamwork, communication, and problem-solving in action.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new equipment, their excitement was immediate and contagious. There were cheers, big smiles, and lots of eager questions about when they could start using everything. For many of them, it made recess feel more inclusive and engaging, since there are now options that appeal to different interests and abilities.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these materials, we've also been able to connect recess to our classroom learning in meaningful ways. Students are currently working on a project where they reflect on teamwork, sportsmanship, and goal-setting. They write about their experiences during recess, analyze how they handle challenges, and set personal goals for improving cooperation and leadership skills.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we plan to continue building on these social-emotional and collaborative skills by incorporating more structured group challenges and reflection activities. The recess equipment has not only made break time more enjoyable, but it has also strengthened our classroom community and supported student growth both inside and outside the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1751044809159,"projectUrl":"project/recess-refresh/9404537/","projectTitle":"Recess Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCarthy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8428396_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652401965656","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8428396"},{"teacherId":2331276,"projectId":9874891,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom library. Book donations improve educational equity, strengthen communities, and promote lifelong learning while also supporting environmental sustainability. When books become more available in a community: reading becomes a shared social activity, book clubs and literacy events grow, and younger generations see reading modeled by others. Access to books is strongly connected to reading ability and long-term academic success. When children have books at home or in their communities, they read more frequently and their vocabulary and comprehension improve. Thank you again, we are so appreciative.","fullyFundedDate":1764605607941,"projectUrl":"project/books-galore/9874891/","projectTitle":"Books Galore","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gordon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2331276_orig.jpg?crop=2098,2098,x0,y41&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731773089520","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2331276"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_89638","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":554,"numTeachers":47,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":75,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"11.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.3,"schoolId":89638,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Delcroft School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Delcroft School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/southeast-delco-school-district/delcroft-school/89638"}