{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Martha F Wilson Early Childhood Development Center","outOfStateSupporters":44.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3613733,"projectId":9164364,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations so that we could get the ANFIER translator device.The majority of my students come from families who speak Spanish. This device has provided me the ability to translate communication between my students and their families. \r\n The translator device has also allowed me to communicate with some of my students in their native language, giving them a sense of emotional well-being.Thank you again for helping me bridge the gap in language acquisition for my Spanish-speaking students and families who are just learning to speak, read, and write in English.","fullyFundedDate":1742589685510,"projectUrl":"project/a-voice-for-all/9164364/","projectTitle":"A Voice for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Flores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3613733_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1483673121433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-flores113"},{"teacherId":3107597,"projectId":9674573,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of laminating and copying supplies!\r\nYour contribution is making a direct difference in the lives of our special needs preschoolers. These materials allow us to create durable, adaptive learning tools and personalized stories that help each child engage, communicate, and thrive at their own pace.\r\nBecause of donors like you, we can build resources tailored to each student's unique needs—turning everyday lessons into accessible, hands-on experiences that spark joy and growth.\r\nYoiur generosity is much appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1757640724209,"projectUrl":"project/teacher-essentials-for-a-new-year/9674573/","projectTitle":"Teacher Essentials for a New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3107597_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759856117927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3107597"},{"teacherId":7829076,"projectId":9423460,"letterContent":"I continue to learn that engagement and relationships drive growth and development. Students need to believe that when Mr. P comes to their room they are in for a fun time, with new experiences, and interesting challenges. Being able to show the different ways that musicians drum and create interesting rhythms and patterns increases the students', parents', teachers', and administrators' love of music. \r\n Recently I had the opportunity to chaperone the ALL-STATE choir in Atlantic City. Those high school students all looked to me like large preschool students, excited and nervous, yet trusting their teachers and chaperones to guide them through an unforgettable experience. Building trust and working together towards a goal that seems achievable is exactly what I need to continue doing in preschool music, and drumming, singing, and playing xylophones is a great way to establish that. \r\n Thank you for trusting me, for empowering me, and for holding me accountable to deliver quality learning experiences to students of all ages.","fullyFundedDate":1752586432902,"projectUrl":"project/early-childhood-drumming/9423460/","projectTitle":"Early Childhood Drumming","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Proulx","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7829076_orig.jpg?crop=1661,1661,x2004,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698164478049","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7829076"},{"teacherId":3613733,"projectId":8984037,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in helping us fund new items for our class. The students were so excited when these packages arrived. We added the Kaplan Play Standing Magnetic Board to our discovery center of our classroom and it is now a focal point of the center that the students enjoy using with the Lakeshore Turn & Learn Magnetic Gears.\r\n\tDuring small group time the students enjoy playing The Sneaky, Snacky Squirrel Board Game. This game helps them with their color matching skills and with their social skills such as turn taking and sharing. We added the Pete the Cat Storytelling kit to our library area. The students enjoy using the felt board pieces as they listen to the story. We truly appreciate the donations from donors like yourself. Without your help, many of these items would not be obtainable for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1743516504304,"projectUrl":"project/geared-into-learning/8984037/","projectTitle":"Geared Into Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Flores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3613733_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1483673121433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-flores113"},{"teacherId":3171868,"projectId":9578310,"letterContent":"My preschool students and I want to extend a heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of books and plushies to our classroom for the book The Good Egg. Your kindness has brought so much excitement and joy that it cannot be explained.\r\n\r\nThe children are thrilled to explore the story and characters. The book is helping to spark their imaginations, strengthen early literacy skills, and foster a lifelong love of reading. For many of our students, this gift provides their first opportunity to hold and enjoy a book of their own. This is truly a special experience.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom and in the lives of our students. Thank you for believing in the importance of early education and for supporting their journey toward a bright future of reading enjoyment.","fullyFundedDate":1755565796654,"projectUrl":"project/me-and-my-reading-buddy/9578310/","projectTitle":"Me and My Reading Buddy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3171868_orig.jpg?crop=1653,1653,x0,y154&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633894237398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-elser"},{"teacherId":5147598,"projectId":9134347,"letterContent":"want to extend my deepest and most heartfelt thanks to you for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, we received a variety of sensory and craft items that have made an incredible impact on our students' daily learning experience.\r\nThese materials have been so much more than just classroom supplies—they have been tools of engagement, creativity, emotional regulation, and learning. The sensory items you helped provide—such as textured tools, calming fidget toys, weighted lap pads, and sensory bins—have transformed the way many of our students interact with their environment. For students with sensory processing needs, these items have made a huge difference in helping them feel more comfortable, focused, and ready to learn.\r\nIn particular, I've noticed students who previously struggled with overstimulation or attention challenges now find it easier to self-regulate. The calming tools have helped reduce anxiety during transitions or busy parts of the day, and students are learning to identify and communicate their own needs more effectively. These are life skills they will carry far beyond the classroom.\r\nThe craft items—ranging from construction paper and paint to glue, scissors, beads, and other creative materials—have also opened new doors for learning. Our students light up during art projects and hands-on activities. These tools have allowed them to express themselves, work collaboratively, and build confidence. Even students who typically shy away from traditional academic tasks find joy and pride in their work when it involves creating something with their hands.\r\nArt and sensory play aren't just \"fun breaks\" in our day—they are essential components of how young minds grow and develop. These materials have supported our lessons across all subjects. We've used them in math to build models, in science to create experiments, in literacy to design storyboards, and in social-emotional learning to explore emotions and teamwork.\r\nYour donation has made a lasting impact not just on our classroom resources, but on our classroom culture. The environment is now more inclusive, engaging, and supportive for all learners. Students feel seen and valued, especially those who need alternative methods of expression or support. You've helped create a space where students can thrive both academically and emotionally.\r\nIt's difficult to fully express how grateful we are. Every time I see a student concentrating calmly with a sensory tool in hand, or proudly sharing a craft they've made, I think of you. Your support has brought more than just supplies—you've brought joy, dignity, and opportunity to our classroom.\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our students and for investing in their futures. Your generosity is making a real, tangible difference each and every day.","fullyFundedDate":1742823941343,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-sensory-friendly-classroom/9134347/","projectTitle":"Creating a Sensory-Friendly Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Costa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5147598_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1527263363986","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5147598"},{"teacherId":3613733,"projectId":9120018,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us provide materials to help our students have a memorable preschool moving on ceremony. Because of your generous donations, we were able to have each student wear a gown, a sash and a cap for our festivities. Each student was able to take home their cap with the tassel and 2025 charm to serve as a token memory of their special day. We displayed the banner as a backdrop so families could take pictures\r\n\tEach student also received a graduation gift bag with a stuffed bear wearing a graduation cap and a reusable cup that said preschool graduate. Each student also received a copy of the Dr. Seuss book, \"Oh, The Places That You Will Go. These books that each child received that day also served as a memory book. The staff members who worked with my students all signed well wishes and comments to the students that they can reflect back on when they get older. Thank you again for your support in making this project a success.","fullyFundedDate":1746579949944,"projectUrl":"project/moving-on-up/9120018/","projectTitle":"Moving On Up","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Flores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3613733_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1483673121433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-flores113"},{"teacherId":9922227,"projectId":9362797,"letterContent":"Our students use their Chromebooks daily for learning. Starfall is a preferred website that makes learning engaging for them! Music and nursery rhymes are particularly enjoyed by my kiddos! \r\nThe snacks provided help them sit and engage with materials presented. The students love anything novel so the new items have been such a hit in the classroom! \r\nSeveral students have taken to the new items in Ms. Kristol's class. They love when I come in and expect me to pull something exciting out of my bag. Without your generous donation, these children would have to get by with the bare minimum. Thank you so much for helping them gain access to learning and communication.","fullyFundedDate":1749215600963,"projectUrl":"project/four-ps-of-aac-implementation-project/9362797/","projectTitle":"Four P's of AAC Implementation Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tonee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9922227_orig.png?crop=548,548,x0,y78&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739455034361","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9922227"},{"teacherId":7807487,"projectId":9459292,"letterContent":"The Tonies box has been a wonderful addition to our library this year. The children love listening to the stories with Pout Pout Fish, Piggie and Elephant, Pete the Cat, and Chase from Paw Patrol. They have been able to move and change the characters and move the box out of the library to charge it. \r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and generosity to help fund this project. I cannot wait to see how excited they are when we switch the new characters. \r\n\r\nWe also have been enjoying our new CD player as we listen to Books on CD.","fullyFundedDate":1752559109834,"projectUrl":"project/learning-by-listening-with-story-charact/9459292/","projectTitle":"Learning by Listening with Story Characters!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7807487_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y235&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1617408653839","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7807487"},{"teacherId":7807487,"projectId":9231525,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kindness and generosity in funding this project. I was able to provide a take home bags of reading books and a stuffed animal for them to read with at home. \r\nI cannot express how much I appreciate help with funding projects such as these. \r\n\r\nThe children absolutely enjoy their buddies and new books. I was able to provide one if each of the buddies and accompanying books for our classroom library. They use them everyday and I just live watching them build their love for reading with these stuffies.","fullyFundedDate":1744216617916,"projectUrl":"project/sit-down-and-relax-with-a-great-book/9231525/","projectTitle":"Sit Down and Relax With a Great Book!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7807487_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y235&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1617408653839","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7807487"},{"teacherId":7807487,"projectId":9297474,"letterContent":"Words cannot express just how thankful I am to help fund this project. With this project my students were able to receive a few brand new books and a pout pout fish stuffed animal for their end of the year gifts. \r\n\r\nIt is with partners like you that allow me to give my students tools and materials to enhance their learning materials at home.\r\nI am so excited to partner with matches like you to fund teachers like me. \r\n\r\nIt is beyond helpful. You are truly making a difference in my student's futures.","fullyFundedDate":1746655068888,"projectUrl":"project/reading-with-pout-pout-fish/9297474/","projectTitle":"Reading with Pout Pout Fish","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7807487_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y235&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1617408653839","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7807487"},{"teacherId":7807487,"projectId":9261087,"letterContent":"Thank you for all of the cleaning supplies to help our students and staff keep the germs away from our beautiful new sensory room. Our project was able to be matched by the Tepper Foundation. \r\n\r\nThe jellyfish aquariums are a wonderful calming activity to watch while the students work in the sensory room. \r\nThey help the children learn to self regulate as the jellyfish moves around the water tube. The children especially like the different colors. \r\nThank you just doesn't seem enough to help fund this project. 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