{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Heywood Avenue Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10408168,"projectId":10031793,"letterContent":"I am writing to share just how much your generous support has meant to our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to sharpie markers, chart paper, headphones, and a brand-new easel—and these resources have already made a powerful impact on their learning experience.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the materials arrived, the excitement in the room was immediate and genuine. Students were eager to get started, and it didn't take long before they began putting everything to use. One of our first projects involved creating and presenting posters, and the difference was incredible. Using the chart paper and sharpies, students carefully traced and highlighted key words, making their work more visually engaging and easier to read. When it came time to present, the new easel gave them a sense of confidence and structure—they stood proudly beside their work and shared their ideas with clarity.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have also become an essential part of our daily routine. Every student now has access to a working pair, which means uninterrupted time on technology-based programs. This has helped improve focus, independence, and overall productivity during learning time.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue building on these skills by engaging in more collaborative projects, presentations, and independent technology work. These tools are not just supplies—they are helping my students grow as communicators, creators, and confident learners.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the opportunity to shine. Your support has truly made a difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768700372916,"projectUrl":"project/students-need-the-right-materials-to-lea/10031793/","projectTitle":"Students Need the Right Materials to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sutton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408168"},{"teacherId":4826031,"projectId":10052238,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact on my students and our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, my students were able to receive snacks, handwriting books, headphones with microphones, and reusable water bottles amongst other things. These items are already being put to great use in our classroom. The snacks help students stay focused and energized throughout the day, especially during longer learning blocks and testing. The handwriting books are strengthening their writing skills and building confidence in their work. The headphones with microphones have supported listening activities, reading comprehension, and digital learning in a way that helps students stay engaged and independent. The water bottles encourage hydration and responsibility throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited and grateful when these materials arrived, and they take pride in using them every day. Your generosity has not only supported their academic growth but also created a more comfortable and supportive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students. We truly appreciate your kindness and belief in their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1769352992829,"projectUrl":"project/cultivating-a-warm-and-cozy-learning-env/10052238/","projectTitle":"Cultivating a Warm and Cozy Learning Environment.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thorpe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4826031_orig.jpg?crop=1638,1638,x144,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723934758949","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4826031"},{"teacherId":2483996,"projectId":10041275,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students will soon be able to enjoy a joyful and memorable end-of-year experience that brings our school community together. The cotton candy and sno cone supplies will be used during our schoolwide celebration, giving students an opportunity to connect, celebrate their hard work, and feel part of something special. These resources will help create a positive and inclusive environment where every student can participate and enjoy the day.\r\n\r\nI already know the excitement will be high when students see the treats being prepared. Many of them look forward to this event all year, and moments like this allow them to relax, have fun, and build connections with their peers. It's more than just a treat—it's an opportunity to encourage kindness, patience, and shared joy across our school community.\r\n\r\nAs we move toward the end of the school year, this celebration will help reinforce a strong sense of belonging and motivation. Students who feel connected and valued are more engaged and confident in the classroom. Thank you for helping us create an experience that will leave lasting memories and support a positive school culture.","fullyFundedDate":1768789293451,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-water-for-super-students/10041275/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Water for Super Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2483996_orig.png?crop=1494,1494,x193,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565294044394","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2483996"},{"teacherId":4207368,"projectId":10027792,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving my students supplies to be able to have pancake breakfasts. With your donation, my students have been enjoying pancake breakfasts on rotation with all the trimmings and they love it. It has really been a booster of focus and motivation for my students to work hard and be able to deserve it. We are looking so forward to continuing this as we move into state wide testing soon and students need to work really hard. Breakfast is a really important part of the day and many students would rather wake up late then give themselves time at home to eat something. When they get to school, they don't like what is being offered to them or they are even late for that. By being able to make my students pancakes on our school machine which we got from donors choose last year, you allow us to have a nutritious breakfast that all the students enjoy to their liking. When we put fresh fruit on it, we also teach the students about healthier eating choices and the importance of eating healthy instead of some of the junk they sometimes have at home. My students really appreicate all the supplies you gave us and can't thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1769483649173,"projectUrl":"project/breakfast-is-the-most-important-meal-of/10027792/","projectTitle":"Breakfast Is the Most Important Meal of the Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4207368"},{"teacherId":4207368,"projectId":10024460,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the shirts, socks, and deodorant that you gave my male students. We really appreciate your kindness. Through your donation, my male students all received deodorant to take home and we educated them in using it. We also had extra that we could keep in school for emergencies. We love the fact that the boys are growing up and that they are becoming adults, but there are also changes that the boys need to learn about such as odor. This is especially true when they go out for recess and come in smelling. We also appreciate the changes if socks and shirts that you gave my students do that we can keep everyone clean and smelling fresh for learning. No kid wants to be known as the smelly one and with your donation, none of my students have to face that. Thanks to you, we were able to make this into a teachable life lesson and do it in a nice way where all the boys felt safe and loved.","fullyFundedDate":1768667620536,"projectUrl":"project/students-need-essentials-to-learn-and-do/10024460/","projectTitle":"Students Need Essentials to Learn and Do Well!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4207368"},{"teacherId":4207368,"projectId":9759299,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for ensuring my students have everything they need to succeed in school and learn to the best of their abilities. Having snacks in hand is essential to learning. I have students who come to school hungry because they didn't get a chance to take something or because of food insecurity. I have students who need a break from learning or just some energy to keep going. I have students who have allergies and can't eat food that is given to them, and I have students who forget to bring snacks in half days when we have no lunch and have to watch other students who brought a snack eat in front of them. For all these reasons and more, having the snacks you gave my students help more than you can imagine. \r\nTeachers work hard and many times things like snacks come out of our own pockets and gets costly. Especially with today's economy, it is hard to be able to buy all the snacks we need. I have over 100 students in my classes so my students and I really appreciate what you do for us. Having these snacks means I never have to tell a hungry student no or I don't have.","fullyFundedDate":1766067670216,"projectUrl":"project/students-need-snacks-to-learn/9759299/","projectTitle":"Students Need Snacks to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4207368"},{"teacherId":4207368,"projectId":9427955,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the tissues, Clorox wipes, paper towels, and snacks you gave my students. It makes such a huge improvement in their learning and so appreciated by my students. Having people that care about them and people that show that they care about them motivates them to keep learning and trying, even when they wanna give up. Today's kids have such a hard situation with all the technology around them and the distractions and it's hard to stay on task and motivated to want to learn. Having resources available to keep kids on track and focused really helps with their learning. When my students get distracted or they tune out because of their disabilities having snacks to reengage them is very helpful. Also, students who come in the morning hungry really need food as energy to get them to be able to learn through lunch. Habinh Clorox wipes and tissues really helps my classroom stay clean and healthy so we stop spreading germs. This year, the flu has been really really bad and having the Clorox wipes and the tissues has been extremely helpful and we appreciate your support in keeping my students in school.","fullyFundedDate":1757702715200,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-healthy-learning-for-the-2025-/9427955/","projectTitle":"Clean and Healthy Learning for the 2025-2026 School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4207368"},{"teacherId":2483996,"projectId":9815471,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our Fall Festival was more than just an event—it became a joyful, shared experience my students will remember. The candy and treats you helped provide were used at our festival activity stations and games, giving every student the chance to participate fully without worry. Watching them earn treats through teamwork, laughter, and friendly competition turned simple supplies into powerful moments of connection and celebration.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the tables filled with candy and prizes, their faces lit up with excitement. Many of them immediately asked, \"Is this really for us?\" That moment alone reminded me how meaningful your support is. For some of my students, experiences like this don't always come easily, so being able to enjoy a school celebration where everyone felt included meant everything.\r\n\r\nThis Fall Festival also tied directly into our ongoing sxhoolwide focus on community building, positive behavior, and collaboration. The next step is continuing to reinforce those skills as we head into the rest of the school year—using shared experiences like this one to strengthen relationships, boost engagement, and create a school environment where students feel supported and motivated to learn. Thank you for giving us more than candy—you gave us joy, memories, and a stronger sense of community.","fullyFundedDate":1761680070387,"projectUrl":"project/amazing-treats-for-a-for-a-schoolwide-fa/9815471/","projectTitle":"Amazing Treats for a for a Schoolwide Fall Festival","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2483996_orig.png?crop=1494,1494,x193,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565294044394","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2483996"},{"teacherId":4207368,"projectId":9862900,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for enabling my students to do community service and learn what it means to give back to others who do good for us within the community. Firefighters and Police officers work so hard and they deserve recognition for everything that they do. They put their lives on the line everyday and my students need to realize this. Some police officers and firefighters work in better areas than others and even though where my school is it is a relatively safe area, becasue there are more disadvantaged areas than where my school is within the township, there are constant fires from people using plug in heaters and ovens to warm apartments. Over Thanksgiving there was a fire in our school community and a child lost three family members. Even though we are doing what we can to raise money for this child, the firefighters and police who answered the call don't get the attention that they deserve.\r\nFirefighters don't only put out fires, they have to have knowledge about the people in the fires as well. On a personal note, I have had the fire department out myself a few times over the years and each time they came with a smile on their face and helped as needed. When I burned my mothers kitchen down with an oil fire, by the time they got there the fire was out. None the less, they made sure everything was safe and secured the area. When they were done, they took care of my hand and arm that had a first and secone degree burn. For these reasons, I feel that my students should realize how hard they work. \r\nI know that many students in my school personally know these firefighters and police men because many live within the community. I hope that the students have gained from this project.","fullyFundedDate":1765558559486,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-starts-within-the-community-for/9862900/","projectTitle":"Kindness Starts Within the Community for People That Do Good!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4207368"},{"teacherId":4207368,"projectId":9629458,"letterContent":"Thank you for the balloons you gave my students. My students love balloons and we have used them at so many school functions so far. We really appreciate you helping us have an amazing year by celebrating all the students accomplishments with balloons. We have used them for back to school, open house, fall festival, award ceremony, bingo night, read across America, pajama day, and many more. When the students see me blow up balloons they know something exciting is about to happen at school. I also love that I am teaching the students a skill that they van use outside of school.","fullyFundedDate":1758636802782,"projectUrl":"project/balloons-excite-students-to-learn/9629458/","projectTitle":"Balloons Excite Students to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4207368"},{"teacherId":6708463,"projectId":9351386,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom needs. When the boxes arrived, my students were curious, excited, and surprised to see shelves stocked with tons of tissues, paper towels, and snacks. It may seem simple, but these supplies truly make a difference every day. \r\n\r\nDuring our first hands-on lab of the first unit, students jumped right in without hesitation, knowing we finally had enough materials to keep our workspace clean and safe. Students have been experimenting with the chemical reaction behind bath bombs, which involves a lot of fizzing, bubbling, and mess! \r\n\r\nWe are already putting these items to good use. The tissues and paper towels have been essential as cold season hits, keeping our room healthy and allowing students to stay engaged rather than distracted. The snacks have become a small but meaningful way to help students refuel before challenging lessons, and they've noticeably improved focus during afternoon classes. As we move into our upcoming investigation projects, these supplies will continue to support the kind of hands-on, energetic learning environment my students thrive in.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and helping make our classroom a cleaner, safer, and more welcoming place to learn. Your generosity truly matters.","fullyFundedDate":1757544869255,"projectUrl":"project/science-in-action-dissect-discover-an/9351386/","projectTitle":"Science in Action: Dissect, Discover, and Stay Nourished","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Piccerilli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6708463"},{"teacherId":4207368,"projectId":9855987,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project. I really appreciate all the support I gave myself. It was great getting this caramel for the caramel apples from donors choose. The caramel came on time and the kids loved it. It's amazing how many kids said they never had a caramel apple and I was so happy to make their first one with them. They said they were so good and had so much fun making them. I love being able to do more than teach my students academics and we forget how important life skills and having fun are for students.","fullyFundedDate":1761833077159,"projectUrl":"project/caramel-apple-making-to-celebrate-fall/9855987/","projectTitle":"Caramel Apple Making to Celebrate Fall","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4207368"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_81190","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":374,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":67,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":74,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":20,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 7","studentTeacherRatio":"11.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.4,"schoolId":81190,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Heywood Avenue Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Heywood Avenue Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/orange-public-schools/heywood-avenue-elementary-school/81190"}