{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Henry H Houston Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":25.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10160612,"projectId":9550520,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my White Boards for Students project. Your kindness has made a direct and meaningful impact on my classroom. Because of you, every group in class now has access to a white board that encourages active participation, quick thinking, and confidence in sharing their ideas.\r\n\r\nThese white boards have already transformed daily instruction. Students are more engaged during lessons, eager to show their thinking, and comfortable making mistakes and revising their work. The boards allow me to check for understanding in real time and adjust instruction to better meet students' needs, which helps create a more inclusive and responsive learning environment.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your investment in my students and their learning. Your support goes beyond materials—it shows students that their education matters and that there are people in the community who believe in them. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where all students can learn, grow, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1758293123027,"projectUrl":"project/white-boards-for-students/9550520/","projectTitle":"White Boards For Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Autin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10160612_orig.jpg?crop=2515,2515,x0,y461&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754582813328","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10160612"},{"teacherId":10218562,"projectId":9643279,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has become a more active, collaborative, and joyful place to learn. The standing desk has allowed me to model energy and movement throughout the day, and the portable whiteboards have completely transformed how my students think, talk, and solve problems together.\r\n\r\nWhen students work on vertical whiteboards, they are more engaged, more willing to take risks, and more confident sharing their thinking. I see students standing shoulder to shoulder, debating strategies, revising their work in real time, and explaining their reasoning out loud — all skills that are essential in both math and science. The physical act of standing and writing has helped many students stay focused and invested, especially those who struggle to remain engaged during traditional seat work.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher in an urban school district, having materials that support movement and collaboration has made me feel more capable and empowered in my teaching. These tools allow me to circulate, confer, and respond to student thinking in the moment. Because of you, my classroom now supports how students actually learn best — actively, socially, and with confidence. Thank you for believing in my students and in learning spaces that encourage them to stand up, think big, and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1756128419689,"projectUrl":"project/stand-up-think-big-energizing-learning/9643279/","projectTitle":"Stand Up, Think Big: Energizing Learning Through Movement and Collaboration!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. B","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10218562"},{"teacherId":10218562,"projectId":9654905,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, this project has made a deep impact on my classroom that I hope to fully express. Working in a urban school district, I often do not have the budget to provide vital materials that have such a positive impact on my students and classroom culture, but with your help I have been able to provide my scholars with what they not only need, but want, to succeed each day.\r\n\r\nMy students have consistently advocated to be able to listen to music when they work, because for so many of them, it truly helps them focus, calm their minds, and settle into deep independent practice. Now, because of you, they finally have the tools to do that safely and consistently. I'm already seeing students who typically struggle with concentration becoming more absorbed in their assignments, more confident navigating online learning, and more comfortable preparing for our fully computer-based state testing that will be implemented this year. And further, my students can now fully engage with personalized intervention lessons that often involve listening to content, math tutorials, and science simulations without being distracted by what their peers are doing. \r\n\r\nAs a teacher, this project has made me feel more capable, prepared, and confident. Having the materials that support both their learning and their development as teens — their desire to work independently, to self-regulate, to create their own zone of focus — is such a gift. These headphones aren't just devices; they're a pathway to confidence, agency, and calmer learning moments that my students deeply deserve, and now feel worthy of. \r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my scholars, and in classrooms like mine. Your support genuinely matters, and we feel it every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1757530439901,"projectUrl":"project/tune-into-learning-headphones-for-focus/9654905/","projectTitle":"Tune Into Learning: Headphones for Focus and Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. B","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10218562"},{"teacherId":2506802,"projectId":9900223,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to this very important project. It is because of people like you that my students are afforded the things that they deserve for their education. These scissors will be an asset to our classroom community. They will be used for various projects that support our instruction and curriculum. Your thoughtfulness means the world to us. It pains me at times, that we don't have the basic the supplies that we need, such as scissors, in our classroom. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!","fullyFundedDate":1764691053984,"projectUrl":"project/scissors-for-super-students/9900223/","projectTitle":"Scissors for Super Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Renfer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2506802_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455900557067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-renfer"},{"teacherId":1833814,"projectId":9733509,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous monetary gift to our classroom. Because of your kindness, we were able to purchase specialized digital resources through Teachers Pay Teachers and Boom Cards that are already making a profound difference for my students.\r\n\r\nIn an autistic support classroom, \"one size fits all\" curriculum rarely works. The funds you provided allowed me to hand-pick interactive, visually engaging materials tailored specifically to each student's unique learning style and communication needs. The Boom Cards have been especially impactful; their \"game-like\" feel and instant feedback keep my students motivated and engaged, helping them master essential life skills and academic concepts in a way that feels like play rather than work.\r\n\r\nThese resources provide the structure, predictability, and sensory-friendly design that our learners need to thrive. Your support has not only equipped our classroom with better tools but has also given my students more opportunities to feel successful and confident every single day.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your investment in our classroom community. Thank you for helping my students reach their full potential!","fullyFundedDate":1758840229602,"projectUrl":"project/boom-bucks-for-brilliant-students/9733509/","projectTitle":"Boom Bucks for Brilliant Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeLorean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1833814_orig.png?crop=337,337,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716475260300","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/houstonnation"},{"teacherId":2683434,"projectId":9738734,"letterContent":"Thank you so much! My students are ecstatic that they get to use these basic school supplies! Before, it was hard to share dry erase boards and markers. The kids complained a great deal. But now, everyone has their own dry erase board and marker!\r\nMy kids really enjoy using the dry erase boards as well as the markers. Their favorite activity is using them during our Skills Block - practicing phonics and writing words. I can't thank you enough for making reading fun for my students! Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1760702736038,"projectUrl":"project/just-the-basics-please/9738734/","projectTitle":"Just The Basics, Please","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2683434_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1480216411253","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dkamiller"},{"teacherId":10079400,"projectId":9482589,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest thanks for your generosity. The carpet, small-group table, air fresheners, and headphones have truly transformed our classroom environment in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThe new table has been a game changer for small-group instruction. It allows me to work closely with students in targeted groups, giving them the individualized support they need.\r\nThe air fresheners have made our room feel calm and welcoming throughout the day, and the headphones are used daily during independent work, I-Ready lessons, and math centers so students can focus without distractions.\r\n\r\nThese resources help students stay focused and engaged during these lessons. Our next steps include launching more collaborative small-group projects, using the table and headphones to support both guided instruction and independent practice. The improved classroom environment is already helping students take more ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our class. Your contribution truly made a difference, and my students feel it every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1756217026215,"projectUrl":"project/stem-success-starts-with-space-to-learn/9482589/","projectTitle":"STEM Success Starts with Space to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Culbreath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10079400"},{"teacherId":8011792,"projectId":9489998,"letterContent":"Funding this project made it possible for Henry H. Houston students to have a strong start in their creative ventures this year! This fuels their passion for the arts, and makes creating and completing projects more thrilling when the proper materials are used! We have done a Collage Clothing Project, and are learning about Color Theory! Materals like Blick Paint, paint brushes, watercolor paper, Elmer's Gallon Glue, and collage paper helped expand their ideas. Students were ecstatic to receive their new materials, across all grades! They were also pleased to see some of their favorite materials restocked, like the Crayola Colors of the World materials!\r\n\r\nWe are currently working on Color Theory via Roy G. Biv the Elf, and Emphasis! We are preparing for our Painting Unit, so our next steps are to get our sleeves rolled up, grab a paint brush, and make some magic!","fullyFundedDate":1756999552501,"projectUrl":"project/colored-pencils-paper-and-markers-to-r/9489998/","projectTitle":"Colored Pencils, Paper, and Markers to Replenish the Art Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bronson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8011792_orig.jpg?crop=1095,1095,x337,y119&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689607044066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8011792"},{"teacherId":2506802,"projectId":9903521,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donations to this important project. It is because of people like you that my students are afforded the things that they deserve for their education. These bins will be used to organize centers during our Skills Block time. It is so important that my students take responsibility for their learning and these bins will make them more independent with their work. I can not express enough, our gratitude for your thoughtfulness. Thank you from thew bottom of our hearts!!","fullyFundedDate":1763596202192,"projectUrl":"project/bins-for-brainy-kids/9903521/","projectTitle":"Bins for Brainy Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Renfer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2506802_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455900557067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-renfer"},{"teacherId":2506802,"projectId":9881871,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donations! It is because of people like you that my students are afforded the things that they deserve for their education. These pens and copy paper will directly support instruction in the classroom. The paper will be used to support ELA and writing as well as social studies and the pens will help with decoding and phonics instruction. I can not express enough my gratitude for your thoughtfulness. It means the world to my class and I. Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1762716867615,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-spectacular-students/9881871/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Spectacular Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Renfer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2506802_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455900557067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-renfer"},{"teacherId":553443,"projectId":9563372,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping out our kindergarten classroom. We use the materials you donated every week. My students were smiling ear to ear when they saw the new materials for centers.\r\n\r\nThe magnet tiles are great during centers. Students can have fun with them in so many exciting ways. The magnet tiles are great for math and STEM. Students have so much fun with these tools.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a wonderful learning experience for our little learners. We are very thankful for your help and support.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. McGuire","fullyFundedDate":1756947474955,"projectUrl":"project/fun-centers-for-kindergarten/9563372/","projectTitle":"Fun Centers for Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McGuire","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp553443_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1480442423506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-molly-mcguire"},{"teacherId":2506802,"projectId":9783108,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donations. It is because of people like you that my students are afforded the things that they deserve for their education! My students deserve a clean and safe place to learn. These seat covers are such an asset to our class. My students can store their thing in the seat back covers and be organized. It means so much that you thought of us. Thank you so much for donating to this very important project! My students are truly happy and excited about the seat back covers!!","fullyFundedDate":1760595906098,"projectUrl":"project/seat-covers-for-sensational-students/9783108/","projectTitle":"Seat Covers for Sensational Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Renfer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2506802_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455900557067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-renfer"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90857","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":458,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":70,"percentWhite":22,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":3,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"17.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":75.0,"schoolId":90857,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Henry H Houston Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Henry H Houston Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/philadelphia-city-school-district/henry-h-houston-elementary-school/90857"}