{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Henry L Marsh III Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10033106,"projectId":9941912,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping provide snacks for my Title I second graders. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nWe use these snacks during our longest instructional blocks, especially reading and math, when students need sustained focus and energy. Having easy access to healthy snacks allows students to stay engaged, regulate their emotions, and concentrate on learning rather than worrying about hunger. One moment that really stood out was during a small-group reading lesson—students were able to remain focused, participate actively, and persevere through challenging texts because their basic needs were met.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the snacks, their reactions were full of excitement and gratitude. Several students immediately said \"thank you,\" and others shared that they sometimes come to school hungry. They felt cared for and supported, which helped create a positive and inclusive classroom community.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our next steps include continuing to build strong literacy skills through small-group reading instruction, phonics practice, and collaborative math problem-solving. With their needs met, students are more confident, ready to learn, and eager to participate each day.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly helped remove a barrier to learning, and my students and I are incredibly thankful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1766155877597,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-support-our-second-grade-stars/9941912/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Support Our Second Grade Stars","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marzouk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10033106_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747781937939","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10033106"},{"teacherId":152544,"projectId":9817482,"letterContent":"As we enter the second half of our school year, it is time for projects, Science Fair, History Fair, and all of the project-based learning experiences. The color printer allows all students to have access to photos, graphics, written word, materials, and resources needed to share their learning with friends, families, and the community. In the past, students have not completed projects because they or their families were not able to provide support for the graphics, paper for reports, photos, and other items to help with their presentations. Because of the new color printer, we are able to print the necessary items and send them home so families can work together and participate in these school events and activities.","fullyFundedDate":1760640923370,"projectUrl":"project/our-world-needs-color/9817482/","projectTitle":"Our World Needs Color","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp152544_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1492571662397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/drichardson"},{"teacherId":152544,"projectId":9695574,"letterContent":"Thank you for the opportunity to place this level of technology in my students' hands. As they have visited several museums, they have been able to ask questions and record the responses of the staff to add to their projects without worrying about remembering every word or writing down everything. My students are still learning how to write sentences and spell words correctly, but they can still gather information and experience new things using the camera feature. Listening and sharing their experiences with peers, family, and community within their projects is helping them with their communication skills.","fullyFundedDate":1759277392932,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-rose-colored-glasses/9695574/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Rose-Colored Glasses","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp152544_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1492571662397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/drichardson"},{"teacherId":10033106,"projectId":9635446,"letterContent":"This project has helped create a safer and more secure learning environment for my second grade students. The safety items are kept easily accessible in our classroom and are used to support our emergency preparedness procedures, helping students feel protected while at school. Having these resources in place gives us peace of mind and allows us to stay focused on learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new safety materials, they were curious and reassured. We talked about the importance of being prepared and how these items help keep everyone safe. The conversation helped students feel empowered rather than afraid, knowing that their classroom is a safe space.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue practicing age-appropriate safety routines and focusing on building a calm, supportive classroom community. Because of this project, my students are able to learn in an environment where they feel secure, supported, and ready to succeed. We are incredibly grateful to our donors for investing in the safety and well-being of our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1764718430084,"projectUrl":"project/shielding-our-second-graders/9635446/","projectTitle":"Shielding Our Second Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marzouk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10033106_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747781937939","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10033106"},{"teacherId":152544,"projectId":9435269,"letterContent":"It has been so much fun celebrating our reading successes this year. The students were really surprised by the balloon challenge display. They were able to add a balloon for every five books that they were able to read. Having a visual display to show others their success really meant something to them. Of course, it slowed down around the end of the year, but we expect it to pick back up. This would not have been possible without you and your support. Reading is very important to everything we do in the classroom, and it is a skill that many students struggle with for different reasons. Bringing the joy is what makes the students try harder and become lifelong readers.","fullyFundedDate":1755522422090,"projectUrl":"project/pump-up-the-reading/9435269/","projectTitle":"Pump Up the Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp152544_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1492571662397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/drichardson"},{"teacherId":10033106,"projectId":9489997,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students have been thriving with the new materials in our classroom! The moment they saw the supplies, their faces lit up with excitement. They were eager to explore, share, and dive into learning in ways that weren't possible before. These resources have created a more engaging and hands-on environment that encourages curiosity and collaboration every day.\r\n\r\nOne of the highlights has been watching my students confidently use the new tools during our reading and small group lessons. They're more motivated to participate, and it's incredible to see their growth and independence shine through. The addition of these materials has not only strengthened their academic skills but has also boosted their confidence as learners.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly made a lasting difference in our classroom. Because of you, my students have access to meaningful learning experiences that inspire them to reach their goals. We are deeply grateful for your support and for believing in the power of education.","fullyFundedDate":1753545072372,"projectUrl":"project/paragraph-party-lets-get-in-formation/9489997/","projectTitle":"Paragraph Party: Let’s Get in Formation!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marzouk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10033106_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747781937939","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10033106"},{"teacherId":152544,"projectId":9445250,"letterContent":"OMG! This might be my favorite project ever. I hoped my students would love the door jambs, but it is much more. They could not stop looking at them and getting their friends to stop by our classroom door to tell them about each one. We have had perfect attendance each day since getting them. Every day we achieve perfect attendance a different student gets to place the door jamb up. The other day we were one student away from perfect attendance. When that student came through the day, the entire class cheered for that student and told him that he could hang the perfect attendance jamb. He was all smiles for the rest of the day. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1755522447347,"projectUrl":"project/were-monarchs/9445250/","projectTitle":"We're Monarchs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp152544_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1492571662397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/drichardson"},{"teacherId":152544,"projectId":9490784,"letterContent":"Every classroom runs when you have the basics covered and stocked. My new second graders are doing things this year that they didn't do last school year. They have to show their math thinking using whiteboards and markers daily. Having the extra dry-erase markers really helps, especially when students erase as much as they do. Also, pencil grips were needed for little hands that are still learning how to write. Second graders do a lot of writing compared to first graders. Most students are still learning letter placements, like not reversing or writing certain letters backwards. They also need to change the size of their letters to make their writing neater. Thank you for every item from this funded project. We really appreciate them and you!","fullyFundedDate":1755522423117,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics/9490784/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp152544_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1492571662397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/drichardson"},{"teacherId":152544,"projectId":9492059,"letterContent":"Every classroom runs when you have the basics covered and stocked. My new second graders are doing things this year that they didn't do last school year. They have to show their math thinking, being able to keep sharpened pencils inside their pencil (toothbrush) holders keeps them moving. Having the extra clips and hooks for our anchor charts really helps, especially when students need to remember a strategy. Also, the ink cartridges are a lifesaver. We are always printing something to replace a worksheet that is lost or was done incorrectly. Thank you for every item from this funded project. We really appreciate them and you!","fullyFundedDate":1755522423490,"projectUrl":"project/replenish-replace-restock/9492059/","projectTitle":"Replenish, Replace, Restock!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp152544_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1492571662397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/drichardson"},{"teacherId":152544,"projectId":9435204,"letterContent":"It is something to say that an item has changed my classroom, but I can say that with the mobile display touchscreen. I am able to run my teacher-led, small group with slides, visuals, and media for my students' learning. This touchscreen has enhanced instruction, from providing visuals to help students while they are writing sentences on an assessment, to showing a math video for a new strategy. All of my students are able to move around the room with the folding stools and the mobile touchscreen. They can use the hallway outside of our classroom as a learning space because of the mobility and flexibility. All of this independent learning and enhancements of instruction are possible because you saw the \"big picture\". Thank You","fullyFundedDate":1755729271288,"projectUrl":"project/focused-on-the-big-picture/9435204/","projectTitle":"Focused on the Big Picture","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp152544_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1492571662397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/drichardson"},{"teacherId":152544,"projectId":9454940,"letterContent":"With so many balls, hula hoops, and other physical equipment, we needed a storage place to put everything. Each teacher has physical equipment that they take outside daily. We needed a common area to keep our Soccer items that allowed for easy access. I can't say how happy our student are to know that their Soccer balls and other items are in a safe place where they can get them.\r\n\r\nTeaching a soft skill like organization is important because it becomes a part of each student, and it is a lifelong skill that they will use no matter where they are in the world. That is possible thanks to you, seeing the importance of this project.","fullyFundedDate":1755522435697,"projectUrl":"project/where-is-it/9454940/","projectTitle":"Where Is It?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp152544_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1492571662397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/drichardson"},{"teacherId":152544,"projectId":9492986,"letterContent":"What a wonderful sound! That sound is my students putting their own rotation materials away in a location that they can easily get to. They are enjoying having the storage cabinets with all of the space. Having one for math and the other for reading makes it easy for my students to organize. Storage in a classroom is essential because it is one of those soft skills that students have to practice in order to learn how to do it. A game-changer is something that you have brought to our everyday routines and procedures. \r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1754482633614,"projectUrl":"project/center-storage/9492986/","projectTitle":"Center Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp152544_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1492571662397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/drichardson"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_34942","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":512,"numTeachers":30,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":88,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":4,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":73.6,"schoolId":34942,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Henry L Marsh III Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Henry L Marsh III Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/richmond-public-school-dist/george-mason-elementary-school/34942"}