{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Patrick Henry Downtown - Academy","outOfStateSupporters":44.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5425205,"projectId":10040355,"letterContent":"Thank you for our book sets. Our library center became a fan favorite after adding the Junie B. and Fly Guy sets. The kids learned a whole lot more than just reading quietly in a library. Since the sets came in their own box cases, the kids learned about taking only one book at a time and returning it before removing another. They learned about taking their time and making sure the books were put back properly for an exact fit and so that the next reader could easily find the books that they wanted. The importance of taking good care of books will not be lost on this class as they advance to the next grade level.","fullyFundedDate":1768825180344,"projectUrl":"project/book-sets/10040355/","projectTitle":"Book Sets!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5425205_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1528293992178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5425205"},{"teacherId":5425205,"projectId":10075780,"letterContent":"Thank you for the art supplies for use in our Art Literacy center. The center proves to be a favorite year in and year out. As students become more proficient at reading questions and writing responses, their access to the Art Literacy center becomes less and less. Lower access never goes unnoticed, so I am never successful with completely weaning students from proving comprehension through art. We use the art materials until they completely wear out and appreciate your generosity with helping us replace them with new items.","fullyFundedDate":1770989439019,"projectUrl":"project/art-and-literacy/10075780/","projectTitle":"Art and Literacy!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5425205_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1528293992178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5425205"},{"teacherId":5425205,"projectId":10040384,"letterContent":"Thank you for the puzzles! They were helpful at the end of the school year, when our existing puzzles were well worn. The students were also ready for something more challenging to solve after all the growth that they made throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nSome classes tire of puzzles as the school year wears on, but this class could never seem to get enough. They constantly rose to the challenge of solving new puzzles or even creating races for solving old favorites. Thanks again for supporting our development in areas for which we struggle to gain funding.","fullyFundedDate":1770989441101,"projectUrl":"project/solving-puzzles/10040384/","projectTitle":"Solving Puzzles!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5425205_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1528293992178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5425205"},{"teacherId":10115832,"projectId":10171982,"letterContent":"My students were incredibly excited when the Math Slam games arrived because they were already familiar with and loved the sight word version of the game. We now use these games during math centers to give students independent practice with math fact fluency. Students work through the games at their own pace and use whiteboards alongside the materials to show and check their work. The self-correcting aspect has been especially helpful because it encourages independence and confidence while students practice addition and subtraction facts within 20.\r\n\r\nAs students continue using the games, our goal is for them to rely less on writing out every problem and instead begin recalling facts automatically from memory. I am already seeing growth, and students are so proud when they come tell me a math fact they know right off the top of their head. These resources have made math centers more engaging, meaningful, and motivating for my first graders. Thank you for helping create an environment where students can build confidence while having fun learning!","fullyFundedDate":1776097888686,"projectUrl":"project/gamify-math-fact-practice/10171982/","projectTitle":"Gamify Math Fact Practice","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Finder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10115832_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x256,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754498836859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-finder"},{"teacherId":1911132,"projectId":8614353,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom project. It was so exciting to watch the students wait patiently to figure out what was in the boxes. They had no idea what they were about to receive but they were very excited when it came. The snacks and treats make it very easy to regulate behaviors and control student appetite in the classroom, in between breakfast and lunch times. It is so impossible for a student to focus and learn if their stomach is growling at the moment. Thank you so much for your assistance.","fullyFundedDate":1733319709632,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-snacks-for-success/8614353/","projectTitle":"Back to School Snacks for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hammock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1911132_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470192412988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-hammock"},{"teacherId":1911132,"projectId":8093116,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this opportunity for my students. They were overly elated when we opened the boxes and they saw all of the books. It's very rewarding to be able to give them something to take home, that they can build upon with their families outside of school, as opposed to it being something we can only do at school and they don't get to take it home to reinforce it. Thank you so much for this opportunity to provide this for my students, we really appreciate your assistance with bringing this dream to life with my students. You are truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1711899873165,"projectUrl":"project/booked-in-and-reading-it-up/8093116/","projectTitle":"Booked In and Reading It Up","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hammock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1911132_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470192412988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-hammock"},{"teacherId":10115832,"projectId":10125930,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited when the new recess materials arrived! Many of our old recess toys had been heavily loved and used over time, so having new options like jump ropes, footballs, kickballs, skip balls, and cup-in-ball games brought fresh energy to recess. Students immediately wanted to try everything, and it has been so fun watching them explore new games and activities together. One of the biggest highlights has been seeing first graders fall in love with jump rope, whether they are practicing individually or working together with the giant jump rope.\r\n\r\nThese materials have helped students build important skills beyond just physical activity. During recess, I have already seen improvements in teamwork, sharing, communication, and hand-eye coordination. Students are learning how to include others, take turns, and problem solve together while staying active and having fun. Moving forward, these resources will continue helping students build positive social skills and healthy habits while making recess an exciting and meaningful part of their school day.","fullyFundedDate":1775085395095,"projectUrl":"project/recess-equipment/10125930/","projectTitle":"Recess Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Finder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10115832_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x256,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754498836859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-finder"},{"teacherId":3555664,"projectId":9926649,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom snack project! When the packages arrived, the students were so excited and couldn't wait to see what was inside. Cheez-Its quickly became a class favorite, along with cheese balls, graham crackers, and fruit snacks. These snacks help give my students the energy they need to stay focused, engaged, and ready to learn throughout the day. Your kindness makes a meaningful difference in our classroom and supports early childhood development. We are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1768516724660,"projectUrl":"project/brain-bites/9926649/","projectTitle":"Brain Bites!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3555664"},{"teacherId":5425205,"projectId":9783371,"letterContent":"Thanks for the magic writing boards! We have been using them in small groups. Even my students who despise writing are loving them. They are perfect for my kids because they are different from any other tools that we have used for writing.\r\n\r\nThey are perfect for me because the kids can not erase what they write with their hands or an eraser before I get a look at the work. This has made a huge impact on conferencing and modeling proper letter formation. \r\n\r\nLess tools at my table helps keep the area tidy and efficient.","fullyFundedDate":1764626027685,"projectUrl":"project/smooth-writing/9783371/","projectTitle":"Smooth Writing!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5425205_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1528293992178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5425205"},{"teacherId":10115832,"projectId":10125041,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom library! These new read-aloud books have helped us explore important skills like making connections, identifying character traits, and understanding themes such as courage, fairness, and perseverance, especially through our Black History Month stories. Students are learning to listen actively, think deeply, and share their ideas during discussions.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is a joyful, shared experience. After recess, we gather together, slow down, and enjoy stories as a class. Many students are especially excited about the Junie B. Jones First Grader series! They laugh, relate to the character, and eagerly anticipate each new chapter. It has truly built excitement and a love of reading in our room.","fullyFundedDate":1773848605089,"projectUrl":"project/read-aloud-stories/10125041/","projectTitle":"Read-Aloud Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Finder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10115832_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x256,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754498836859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-finder"},{"teacherId":10115832,"projectId":9982572,"letterContent":"This project refilled important supplies we were in desperate need of! We do a lot of cutting and gluing in first grade, so we go through glue sticks quick! It is nice to know we have extras now and can afford to do all these activities that get students engaged in ways beyond pencil and paper. We also have the \"good\" glue now - and students have noticed! \r\nI have also been able to replace students' pencil and crayon boxes so they could get a refresh this semester. Students are responsible for keeping track of their pencils and crayons in their specific, individual container. They start this in August, so things can happen to these cases as they navigate this new responsibility. Students with broken or missing pieces were very happy for their second chance with a fresh case now that they've mastered this responsibility. I am so grateful for your support to be able to give them these refreshed supplies that will carry them through the rest of the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1768516724174,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/9982572/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Finder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10115832_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x256,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754498836859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-finder"},{"teacherId":10115832,"projectId":9982291,"letterContent":"First grade had the BEST valentine's day celebration thanks to you! Students were so excited to make their own mailbox and went all out! As soon as they found out about this celebration we would be having and how they got to make their own mailbox and cards, they couldn't stop asking about it every day. They were counting the days to Valentine's all month! My students loved getting to let loose on their creativity and make something entirely their own, too. The boxes were also so simple to put together and made the process so easy. Most students had never made a valentine's mailbox before, so seeing them enjoy this experience for the first time was amazing! Making valentine's cards for each student in their class was also such a learning experience for them. Figuring out \"to\" and \"from\", writing classmates' names, and making sure each valentine was delivered to the right box gave them the opportunity to practice important life skills they'll need. Watching students walk around the room to pass out cards and talk about how much they loved what they were given was so enjoyable. It's an experience we'll want to give every year of students going forward as it was such a good classroom community building celebration.","fullyFundedDate":1768516723946,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-valentines-exchange/9982291/","projectTitle":"Classroom Valentine's Exchange","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Finder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10115832_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x256,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754498836859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-finder"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_77988","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":122,"numTeachers":25,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":96,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":0,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"4.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":55.6,"schoolId":77988,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Patrick Henry Downtown - Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Patrick Henry Downtown - Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/missouri/st-louis-public-schools/henry-elementary-school/77988"}