{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center","outOfStateSupporters":21.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10472425,"projectId":10174736,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our kindergarten classroom! Your kindness has provided our students with so many wonderful opportunities to learn, create, explore, and grow.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic blocks, Play-Doh, colored pencils, and hands-on center activities will allow our young learners to use their imaginations while developing important fine-motor, problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration skills. The pencil pouches and headphones will help our students stay organized and focused as they work independently and participate in learning activities.\r\n\r\nWe are especially grateful for the kids' table and chairs, which will create a welcoming space where students can work together, share ideas, and learn through play. These supplies will make our classroom an even more engaging and inviting place for our kindergarteners.\r\n\r\nYour generosity means so much to our students and to me as their teacher. Because of you, our children have access to materials that make learning exciting, meaningful, and fun. Every block they build, picture they create, activity they complete, and new skill they discover is a reminder of the difference your kindness makes.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our young learners and helping us create a classroom where every child can learn, explore, and shine. We are truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1776442496806,"projectUrl":"project/small-hands-big-minds/10174736/","projectTitle":"Small Hands, Big Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Romano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10472425"},{"teacherId":10477828,"projectId":10190319,"letterContent":"The materials from this project are used to provide my second-grade students with hands-on, engaging opportunities to strengthen their academic skills. Students use these resources during whole-group instruction, small-group lessons, literacy and math centers, intervention, and independent practice. They were so excited to have new materials to use in the classroom!\r\n\r\nThese materials allow my students to practice important skills in a more interactive and meaningful way. We created math toolkits to use during math class that keep all of our manipulatives and supplies in one place! The new supplies are especially helpful for students who need additional opportunities to practice foundational reading, writing, and math skills. The resources also support differentiated instruction, allowing me to provide students with activities that meet them at their individual levels.\r\n\r\nMy goal is always to create a classroom where students are actively involved in their learning and have access to a variety of materials that make learning exciting. These resources are used throughout the school year to support instruction, build confidence, encourage collaboration, and help every student make academic growth.","fullyFundedDate":1776427033077,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-minds-tools-for-second/10190319/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Minds: Tools for Second Grade Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10477828_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776127777731","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10477828"},{"teacherId":10471115,"projectId":10171960,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and for helping create a joyful, nurturing learning environment for my first graders! I love my students' boundless curiosity and resilient spirits. They approach each day with infectious laughter and a wonderful \"can-do\" attitude. Thanks to your support, we are creating a more predictable and organized classroom where students can feel prepared, focused, and ready to take on the important work of being six years old!\r\n\r\nThe charging cabinet stand for our printer and the laminator have been game-changers for our daily routines. These resources allow me to create durable, hands-on learning centers and colorful anchor charts that support my visual learners in phonics and math. Our bulletin board gives us a special place to proudly display student work, helping build confidence and reminding each child that their hard work matters. The students were so excited to see these new materials become part of our classroom, and their enthusiasm has made these resources even more meaningful.\r\n\r\nThe snacks, cleaning supplies, and engaging games also make a direct difference in our students' daily lives. A child who is hungry or distracted cannot always focus on learning, so these essentials help ensure my students are healthy, comfortable, and ready to participate. Our games give students opportunities to practice important social-emotional skills such as sharing, teamwork, and problem-solving. Moving forward, we will continue using these resources to strengthen our phonics and math skills, build a caring classroom community, and create hands-on learning experiences. Thank you for helping us build a joyful hive of learning where my first graders can learn, grow, and truly thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1776263870406,"projectUrl":"project/small-hands-big-dreams-tools-to-help-u/10171960/","projectTitle":"Small Hands, Big Dreams: Tools to Help Us Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Kaercher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10471115"},{"teacherId":10470936,"projectId":10171598,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation of supplies for our kindergarten classroom! Your kindness and thoughtfulness mean more than words can express.\r\n\r\nThese supplies will make such a wonderful difference in our classroom. They will help us create engaging learning experiences, encourage creativity, and give our young students the tools they need to learn, explore, and grow.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful that you chose to support our classroom and invest in our students. Although we may not know who you are, please know that your generosity is making a lasting impact on our little learners. We will think of your kindness throughout the school year as we put these wonderful supplies to use.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make our classroom a brighter, more exciting place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1776406045599,"projectUrl":"project/from-first-scribbles-to-forever-memories/10171598/","projectTitle":"From First Scribbles to Forever Memories","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Malley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10470936"},{"teacherId":10472510,"projectId":10196929,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of building blocks and LEGO supplies to our kindergarten classroom! We are truly so appreciative of your kindness and support.\r\n\r\nThese materials have already become a wonderful and beneficial part of our students' learning experiences. Our children love building, creating, and using their imaginations while working with the blocks and LEGOs. These hands-on activities help strengthen their fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, creativity, and perseverance.\r\n\r\nEven more importantly, the building materials encourage our students to work cooperatively. They are learning to share ideas, take turns, communicate with one another, and celebrate each other's creations. Watching them build together and learn from one another has been such a joy.\r\n\r\nYour generosity provides our students with meaningful opportunities to learn through play and exploration. These experiences contribute to their growth and development while helping them build a lifelong love of learning and education.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping make our classroom a place where curiosity, creativity, and collaboration can flourish. Your support truly makes a difference in the lives of our young learners, and we are so grateful!\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\n\r\nMr. Tropea\r\nKindergarten Teacher","fullyFundedDate":1776435602502,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-futures-supporting-ever/10196929/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Futures: Supporting Every Student’s Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tropea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10472510"},{"teacherId":10399587,"projectId":10170862,"letterContent":"My students have absolutely loved using the new classroom resources! The materials have provided them with exciting, hands-on opportunities to learn while also developing important skills. One of the biggest impacts I have noticed is the growth in my students' fine motor skills. The lacing beads have been especially beneficial because students are practicing hand-eye coordination, finger strength, and patience while having fun and engaging in meaningful play.\r\n\r\nThe dog game has also quickly become a favorite in our classroom. My students are learning through play, taking turns, following directions, and developing important problem-solving and fine motor skills along the way. It has been wonderful to watch them work together, encourage one another, and celebrate when they accomplish something new.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement! They immediately wanted to explore everything and were eager to find out what they could do with the new resources. Their enthusiasm was contagious, and it was clear right away that these materials were going to make a difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, seeing my students excited to learn is one of the most rewarding parts of my job. These new resources have given my students opportunities to learn important developmental skills while making learning fun, hands-on, and engaging. I am so grateful to have these materials in our classroom and to see the positive impact they are already having on my students.","fullyFundedDate":1776430391288,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-hands-and-strong-minds/10170862/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Hands, and Strong Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ambrosini","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399587"},{"teacherId":6635381,"projectId":10183929,"letterContent":"We are already putting our new flexible seating to work during literacy and math centers! My kindergarten students love having choices like wobble chairs and floor cushions while they work. The Seat Sacs are a great addition to our classroom organization because it makes it easy for the students to store their folders, pencil pouches, and other materials. The new hands-on centers from Teachers Pay Teachers are also helping make our learning more engaging and interactive. It has been wonderful to see students excited to choose a spot where they feel comfortable and ready to learn.\r\n\r\n\r\nThey were SO excited when I unboxed my new materials! The flexible seating immediately caught their attention, and the students couldn't wait to try everything out. They loved having the opportunity to choose where they wanted to work. It has made our classroom feel even more welcoming and has given my students a sense of ownership over their learning.\r\n\r\nWe are beginning our kindergarten routines and diving into our early literacy and math skills. Our next steps are to build strong foundational skills through hands-on centers, practicing letters and sounds, counting, number recognition, and early reading and writing. These new resources will allow us to make that learning active, engaging, and fun throughout the school year!","fullyFundedDate":1776436312167,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-readers-hands-on-litera/10183929/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Readers: Hands-On Literacy Centers for Every Learner!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6635381_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776419378453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jennie-anderson"},{"teacherId":10472446,"projectId":10174622,"letterContent":"First, let me begin by thanking you from the bottom of my heart for funding this project. I have already used many of the art materials from the project, and the students loved using them even more than I did! When I open my supply cupboard, looking for materials, I know that I have what I need and it is all because of you and your generosity. I was able to end my previous year with a beautiful art project, and I am truly looking forward to the upcoming holiday months because I will have the resources to make crafts and deck the school halls with my students. This means the world to me, I thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1776384550404,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-art-for-little-learners/10174622/","projectTitle":"A Little Art for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maciarello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10472446"},{"teacherId":10471457,"projectId":10172730,"letterContent":"My students have been so excited to use the new resources in our K–2 Learning Support classroom! These materials have helped us create a learning space that feels welcoming, organized, and designed specifically for the way our students learn best.\r\n\r\nMany of my students need repetition, hands-on practice, visual supports, and lots of encouragement to feel successful. Having engaging materials available allows us to practice important skills in different ways instead of relying only on worksheets or traditional instruction. Students can see, touch, say, read, and practice the skills they are learning, which helps build both confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments has been watching students become excited when they recognize something they have been practicing. A student who may have struggled to identify a letter, sound, or sight word can suddenly point to it and say, \"I know this one!\" Those little moments are huge accomplishments in our classroom. Seeing their smiles and hearing them celebrate their own success reminds me why creating the right learning environment matters so much.\r\n\r\nThe new resources are also helping my students become more willing to take risks with reading. Instead of being afraid of making a mistake, they are learning that mistakes are part of learning. We celebrate effort, practice, and progress.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building foundational reading skills, including letter recognition, letter sounds, sight words, blending, and reading simple words. As students master one skill, we will continue adding new skills while reviewing previously learned concepts so that their learning sticks.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these resources are helping us build an organized classroom where every child can experience the feeling of \"I can do it!\" Thank you for helping make that possible for my students. ❤️","fullyFundedDate":1776426518843,"projectUrl":"project/creating-an-engaging-learning-space-for/10172730/","projectTitle":"Creating an Engaging Learning Space for K-2 Exceptional Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Popovich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10471457"},{"teacherId":10479118,"projectId":10192674,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and believing in our students. Your generosity will have a meaningful impact on our Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade learners.\r\nOur classroom is a unique learning community where students of different ages learn, grow, and support one another every day. Because I teach three grade levels simultaneously, it is important to create an environment that helps each child work independently while receiving instruction tailored to their needs.\r\nThe classroom resources you have provided will help create organized learning zones that encourage focus, independence, and confidence. The updated classroom décor will make our space more welcoming and visually organized, allowing students to better navigate their learning throughout the day.\r\nThe color printer will be an especially valuable tool. It will allow me to create color-coded learning materials, engaging center activities, and vibrant anchor charts that students can use as references when working independently. These resources will help students stay engaged and successful while I provide small-group instruction to other learners.\r\nBecause these materials arrived near the end of the school year, we are excited to spend the summer thoughtfully organizing and setting up our classroom for the coming year. When students walk through our doors next fall, they will be welcomed into a learning environment that is better equipped, more organized, and designed to support their success from the very first day of school.\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom will become a more effective, inspiring, and supportive place for learning. Most importantly, your donation shows our students that there are people beyond our school community who care about their education and future.\r\nThank you for making a difference in the lives of our students. Your support will be felt not only by this year's learners but by the many students who will benefit from these resources for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1776430294826,"projectUrl":"project/color-their-world-a-vibrant-space-to-le/10192674/","projectTitle":"Color Their World: A Vibrant Space To Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10479118"},{"teacherId":6910111,"projectId":10193887,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our project, \r\n\"Building Bright Beginnings: Engaging First Graders with rHands-On Learning\"\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your kindness and commitment to education have made a meaningful difference in the lives of my first graders.\r\nThank you for providing my students access to engaging materials and learning experiences that strengthen reading skills through interactive phonics and comprehension activities, build math understanding with hands-on manipulatives, and develop fine motor and problem-solving abilities. These resources help create a classroom environment where students feel excited, confident, and motivated to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1776435390155,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-beginnings-engaging-fir/10193887/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Beginnings: Engaging First Graders with Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6910111"},{"teacherId":10416086,"projectId":10052402,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your generous donation of snacks and weighted blankets to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful and immediate impact on my autistic support students, and we truly appreciate your kindness and commitment to helping children succeed.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, our students now have access to a variety of preferred snacks throughout the day. This has taken away the stress and uncertainty when students are served a non-preferred lunch, allowing them to stay focused, comfortable, and ready to learn. Even more exciting, many of our students have tried new foods for the very first time—something that can be a big step for children with sensory sensitivities.\r\n\r\nThe weighted blankets have also become an essential part of our classroom. Students love using them for warmth and sensory regulation, especially in our calm down corner. They were an instant favorite from the moment they arrived. When the students first saw the snacks and blankets, their excitement was contagious—they couldn't wait to explore the new options and immediately gravitated toward the blankets for comfort.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a more supportive, responsive, and inclusive environment where our students feel safe, cared for, and empowered to try new things. Thank you for making such a positive difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769311270252,"projectUrl":"project/warmth-and-hunger/10052402/","projectTitle":"Warmth and Hunger","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Diaz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10416086"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90139","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":736,"numTeachers":50,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":22,"percentWhite":46,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":8,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":22,"gradesServed":"K - 2","studentTeacherRatio":"14.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":78.4,"schoolId":90139,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/new-castle-area-school-district/harry-w-lockley-kindergarten/90139"}