{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Henry Ford Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":12.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9166464,"projectId":9726565,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to support my Teachers Pay Teachers account and classroom binders. Because of you, I am able to access high-quality resources that are fun, engaging, and meaningful for my students. These materials help make learning exciting while supporting important kindergarten skills in a way that feels approachable and joyful for young learners.\r\nYour support also helped provide binders used for fluency practice, sight words, and letter recognition. Having these materials organized and easily accessible allows students to practice independently, build confidence, and track their own growth. This structure is especially helpful in creating strong routines and fostering responsibility in the classroom.\r\nI am incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in my students. Your generosity makes a real difference each day, and it helps create a classroom environment where students feel supported, successful, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1764632247309,"projectUrl":"project/fluent-readers-and-creative-learners/9726565/","projectTitle":"Fluent Readers and Creative Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yoniles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9166464_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691459582676","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9166464"},{"teacherId":5277665,"projectId":9559437,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Transitional Kindergarten outdoor learning and play equipment. Because of your kindness, our TK students now have access to engaging, developmentally appropriate spaces that encourage movement, exploration, creativity, and collaboration.\r\n\r\nOutdoor play is an essential part of early childhood learning. The new equipment helps our students build physical strength, social skills, confidence, and a love of learning—while having fun in a safe and stimulating environment. Your contribution has made a meaningful difference in the daily experiences of our youngest learners.\r\n\r\nThe young learners were excited to see the TK yard come to life with new equipment and enjoy playing with it everyday! In addition to daily playtime as a class, we also enjoy Fun Friday together with another TK class and Special Learning Center TK class. \r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your commitment to our school and for investing in the growth and well-being of our TK community. Your support helps lay a strong foundation for lifelong learning.","fullyFundedDate":1759713105988,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-playbig-learning-for-our-little/9559437/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Play=Big Learning for Our Littlest Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hollander","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5277665_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524617714387","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5277665"},{"teacherId":12025,"projectId":9723674,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of this project. We are so grateful for this opportunity to enhance learning in our elementary classrooms. \r\n\r\nThis grant allows us to purchase differentiated instructional materials that meet the diverse academic needs of our students with a focus on those learning English. We received gift cards that allows us to purchase items throughout the year as needs arise. To begin, we have received materials that support our existing programs. One example is a vocabulary resource that contains words from stories/passages that we already us with classes. These words are side by side with pictures to clarify meaning and improve content language (ex. \"barrel\"). Teachers use this resource in many different ways - they are often introduced along with a passage students read and then students continue to work with the words in games, word building activities, and in writing. We have also been able to purchase practice materials that support our English learners in the annual assessment that determines language level. The format of the test is unfamiliar to students. This resource will provide them the the opportunity to become familiar with and practice their English skills in the same way that they will experience on the assessment. \r\n\r\nThis funding provides us with ability to secure resources that support our English learners that span levels from students at the newcomer level to almost proficient. We are able to differentiate and do our best to meet the different needs of our students. Thank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1764632246078,"projectUrl":"project/building-english-language-skills/9723674/","projectTitle":"Building English Language Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp12025_orig.jpg?crop=1041,1041,x47,y179&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565226353950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccampbell"},{"teacherId":16027,"projectId":8433144,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to help our students learn skills in co-operation. They like the waterdoodle mat to learn letters and numbers and practice with water brushes to draw letters and shapes in math and reading. The sensory mats and tiles are essential for learning colors and helps their kinesthetic skills. The sensory mats help our students with their sensory needs. The toss and catch game helps our students learn to take turns. Thank you for your generous support and our students love all the activities.","fullyFundedDate":1723565673543,"projectUrl":"project/essential-activity-lessons-in-cooperatio/8433144/","projectTitle":"Essential Activity lessons in Cooperation, Friendships, and Teamwork","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/16027"},{"teacherId":12025,"projectId":9733416,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation for books for my classroom. The books purchased are high interest, various levels, and come in series which motivates reluctant readers. When the boxes arrived there was a cheer from students as they anxiously awaited to see what titles were inside. As the books kept coming, students were pointing out what they wanted to read and who was going to get which book next. \r\n\r\nThe titles chosen for this project were selected because they are very high interest for older students (some of them graphic novels) written at various levels but especially accessible to students currently reading at lower reading levels. Most of these kids are able to read but need practice and finding books that interest them is always a challenge. Adding these books to my library has built so much excitement and students are happily reading more which impacts their stamina and automaticity. Building their reading skills and confidence will support them in their future education and beyond. \r\nThank you so much for all your support and generosity. We are all so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1761086630150,"projectUrl":"project/book-series-for-the-comprehension-win/9733416/","projectTitle":"Book Series for the Comprehension Win!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp12025_orig.jpg?crop=1041,1041,x47,y179&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565226353950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccampbell"},{"teacherId":12025,"projectId":9284904,"letterContent":"It is hard to explain what an impact this project is having on our students. With your generous donation, we were able to host a Reading Buddy adoption event for the first and second grade classrooms that includes over 130 students. Classes visited the adoption center and chose a reading buddy. They then completed an application form that included a promise to take care of their buddies and read to them every day over winter break (and beyond). Students then chose a bag, a book to keep, and took papers including an informational letter for their parents, a reading log to color, and a bookmark. All of these items were stored safely in their bag to take home over winter break. \r\nStudents cheered and were happily surprised to find that they were able to have their own reading buddy and that they were able to keep it FOREVER. Upon collecting all the items, each class sat together and read with their buddies and each other. It was amazing to witness the happiness and excitement over reading! \r\nThank you so much for supporting this project for our school. These buddies will stay with these students forever and I already know that many of them will be joining families on vacations and outings. With this event, students are even more excited to practice reading over break which will help prevent the slide that often happens with time off of school.","fullyFundedDate":1754847851345,"projectUrl":"project/reading-with-plush-buddies/9284904/","projectTitle":"Reading with Plush Buddies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp12025_orig.jpg?crop=1041,1041,x47,y179&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565226353950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccampbell"},{"teacherId":8680692,"projectId":9744167,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our Exercise and Emotions counseling project. The new resources are already being used in counseling lessons to help students connect physical movement with emotional regulation and mental well-being.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and motivated to participate. One meaningful moment was watching students use movement activities to release stress and then reflect on how their emotions changed afterward. These experiences have helped students better understand how exercise can be a healthy coping strategy.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our next steps include teaching students how to independently use movement-based strategies to manage emotions during challenging moments at school. Your contribution has given students practical tools to support both their physical and emotional health.\r\n\r\nThank you for making it possible for our students to learn, grow, and thrive through movement and emotional awareness. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1758979458823,"projectUrl":"project/exercise-and-emotions/9744167/","projectTitle":"Exercise and Emotions","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maryann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8680692_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y618&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664399892514","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8680692"},{"teacherId":8680692,"projectId":9708654,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Sensational Sensory Experience counseling project. The sensory resources are already being used during counseling sessions to help students regulate their emotions, manage stress, and stay focused.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and eager to explore them. One memorable moment was watching a student use a sensory tool to calm themselves before opening up about their feelings—something that made a big difference in their ability to participate and learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our next steps include teaching students how to independently choose sensory strategies that work best for them and apply these skills in the classroom and beyond. Your donation has given students a safe, supportive way to build self-regulation and emotional awareness.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving us the opportunity to create a calming and engaging counseling environment for our students. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1758802283005,"projectUrl":"project/sensational-sensory-experience/9708654/","projectTitle":"Sensational Sensory Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maryann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8680692_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y618&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664399892514","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8680692"},{"teacherId":8680692,"projectId":9669022,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Creative School Counseling project. Because of your generosity, students are using the new resources during counseling lessons and small-group sessions to explore emotions, practice coping strategies, and express themselves in creative ways.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, students were immediately excited and curious. One memorable moment was watching students use the creative tools to illustrate their feelings and share personal reflections they might not have felt comfortable expressing otherwise.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our next steps include using these resources to deepen lessons on self-awareness, problem-solving, and healthy communication. Your contribution has given students a safe and engaging way to learn and grow, and we are incredibly grateful for the positive impact you've made in our school.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our students thrive—socially, emotionally, and creatively.","fullyFundedDate":1758831892590,"projectUrl":"project/creative-counseling/9669022/","projectTitle":"Creative Counseling","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maryann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8680692_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y618&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664399892514","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8680692"},{"teacherId":8680692,"projectId":9613540,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to this project. My students are already using these resources in individual sessions and small-group therapy to better understand and express their feelings.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the students were excited and eager to explore them. One meaningful moment was seeing a student use the manipulatives to explain an emotion they previously had trouble putting into words. The books have also led to thoughtful conversations and connections to real-life experiences.\r\n\r\nOur next steps include continuing to use these tools to build self-regulation, empathy, and problem-solving skills. Your support has made a lasting impact and I am truly grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our students grow socially and emotionally.","fullyFundedDate":1758831892256,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-manuplatives-and-books/9613540/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Manuplatives and Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maryann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8680692_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y618&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664399892514","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8680692"},{"teacherId":16027,"projectId":9813464,"letterContent":"It has been so inspiring and heartwarming to see our students so eager and excited to learn how to play with PE equipment such as the catch the ball and place it inside the cup set and a set of 2 velcro mitts to practice catching a Velcro ball.\r\nOur students learn essential hand eye coordination skills and learn how to work in pairs and groups cooperatively.\r\nOur students also like the football that securely attached on a set of 2 strings. Students pull the strings to exchange a ball back and forth and take turns. The smiles on their faces when they learn these valuable gross motor skills is remarkable.\r\n Thank you Mirnahill Foundation for your generous support and it has much such a tremendous positive impact on our students, giving them a positive growth mindset.\r\nUh","fullyFundedDate":1760466450445,"projectUrl":"project/awe-inspiring-outdoor-play-for-our-young/9813464/","projectTitle":"Awe inspiring Outdoor Play for our Youngest learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/16027"},{"teacherId":16027,"projectId":9571963,"letterContent":"Our students in our class, are very grateful for the tranquil pond rug. They enjoy the safe space and it is a great setting for our students to learn strategies for self regulation.\r\nThe sensory tent has been very helpful during rainy day recess , and also for calming strategies for the calm corner .Our students are very appreciative for your support and your contribution to their learning self regulation strategies, is immensely beneficial and has misss such a positive impact on their lives . Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1757010390592,"projectUrl":"project/helping-our-students-with-sensory-needs/9571963/","projectTitle":"Helping Our Students with Sensory Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/16027"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4583","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":458,"numTeachers":14,"percentFrplEligible":60,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":22,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":66,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"32.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":87.3,"schoolId":4583,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Henry Ford Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Henry Ford Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/redwood-city-school-district/henry-ford-elementary-school/4583"}