{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Louis H Farrell Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":28.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10174189,"projectId":9585806,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Your support has brought so much joy and comfort into our classroom, and I want to share just how much my students are enjoying the wonderful items we were gifted.\r\n\r\nThe transition from the playground back to learning can sometimes be challenging, but our new classroom library books have completely changed our daily routine. Every day after recess, the students now gather around while I read aloud from our new collection. It has become a magical, quiet time that helps them calm their bodies, settle their minds, and get ready to learn.\r\n\r\nFinally, the new desk name plates have given every single student a bright, personalized space to call their own. It is a small detail that has made a huge impact on their sense of belonging and pride in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe are using and loving every single item you helped provide. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for investing in my students' well-being and education. You have truly made our classroom a better, more peaceful place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1765205101781,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade/9585806/","projectTitle":"First Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arcuri","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10174189"},{"teacherId":9100348,"projectId":9860351,"letterContent":"I teach the most amazing group of students, and today, their world got a little bit brighter thanks to you. What I love most about my learners is their limitless curiosity and their desire to engage with everything they touch. They are full of energy and questions, and they thrive when they can work together and feel pride in their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nYour generous support ensures they have the tools to keep learning hands-on every day. Each resource in this project was chosen with their active learning style in mind. Because of you, we can now use cardstock, laminating pouches, and fresh ink to create durable tools that stand up to the \"energetic use\" of little hands. The dice are already turning abstract math into exciting games, while the dry-erase markers are fostering a growth mindset by allowing students to try, erase, and try again without fear.\r\n\r\nFinally, the mini globe string lights have truly transformed our room into a warm, cozy sanctuary, helping my energetic learners find focus in a calm environment. These resources aren't just supplies; they are the building blocks of a classroom where my students can truly thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for helping them explore the world with their own two hands.","fullyFundedDate":1762292470876,"projectUrl":"project/roll-write-laminate-hands-on-tools-fo/9860351/","projectTitle":"Roll, Write, Laminate: Hands-On Tools for Active Kindergarten Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gavin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9100348_orig.jpg?crop=1092,1092,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723158925104","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-gavin-westphilly"},{"teacherId":3023528,"projectId":9925070,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my journey to become trained in The Writing Revolution Hochman Method. Because of your generosity, I've been able to strengthen my instructional practices and bring more structured, explicit writing strategies into my classroom. I am now more intentional in how I teach students to organize their thoughts, build sentences, and express their ideas clearly. These tools have not only elevated my teaching, but they've also given my students the confidence to tackle writing tasks that once felt overwhelming.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments happened during a recent lesson when a student who typically struggled to write more than a sentence proudly shared a well-structured paragraph with the class. Using the strategies I've learned, they were able to expand their thinking and communicate it clearly. Watching their confidence grow—and seeing classmates respond with encouragement—was incredibly rewarding. Moments like this remind me just how powerful strong writing instruction can be in helping students find their voice.\r\n\r\nI'm excited to continue growing as an educator and to deepen my understanding of how writing can support learning across all subjects. I'm especially looking forward to integrating these strategies into upcoming content areas so students can use writing as a tool for thinking in reading, science, and beyond. Your support has truly made a lasting impact on both my teaching and my students' learning experiences—thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1765827392793,"projectUrl":"project/write-to-read-transforming-literacy-for/9925070/","projectTitle":"Write to Read: Transforming Literacy for Intervention Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3023528_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1456374514705","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msallygreco"},{"teacherId":8237106,"projectId":9866446,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project. I wish that words could express how grateful I am to you for your support. Setting up this color printer was really simple, and the fact that it came with over a year's worth of ink is a huge relief. It's a fast and reliable machine that has made my daily prep work more efficient. I use it often to print vibrant vocabulary cards and worksheets that keep my students engaged. Having a high-quality printer right in my workspace has saved me of time, allowing me to focus more on teaching rather than troubleshooting equipment or waiting for slow print jobs. I used to have to go to the office to print. The office is a long walk away, because our school is huge. I am disabled, so it's been wonderful to not have increased pain from extra walking across the school to the copy room. We are in two buildings, with an annex, so it's far. \r\n\r\nThe biggest impact has been the ability to print individual books for my students. By using card stock, I can create durable little books that my students love! They are so excited to have their own copies to take home and read to their parents, siblings, or even their pets and stuffed animals. Their faces light up when they get a new book! I also print reading worksheets and vocabulary cards. I'll share a picture of them. This printer prints colors beautifully! I will share some pictures. I am so thankful for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1767139348565,"projectUrl":"project/color-my-world-of-learning-high-impact/9866446/","projectTitle":"Color My World of Learning: High-Impact Visuals for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Montalvo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8237106_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760895723054","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8237106"},{"teacherId":3742071,"projectId":9859350,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for the gift of color! In an elementary classroom, visual engagement is everything. Before your generous donation, my students often had to guess what they were looking at in blurry, black-and-white photos. Now, their eyes light up every time I hand out a new activity. Whether it's a bright map of the continents or a vivid science diagram of a butterfly's life cycle, having resources that look \"real\" has sparked a brand-new level of excitement and curiosity in our daily lessons.\r\n\r\nThe impact on our classroom environment has been magical. Our anchor charts are now vibrant teaching tools that catch the students' attention from across the room. We use color-coding to help our emerging readers distinguish between different vowel sounds and parts of speech, which has made a noticeable difference in their confidence. Seeing their own work or classroom goals printed in bright, happy colors makes our room feel like a more professional and inspiring place to grow. You have truly helped bring our learning to life!","fullyFundedDate":1762194347865,"projectUrl":"project/printing-made-easy/9859350/","projectTitle":"Printing Made Easy!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mauk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3742071_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1529511017852","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sandra-mauk"},{"teacherId":9100348,"projectId":9963293,"letterContent":"I wish you could have been in the room when our \"magic boxes\" arrived! My students were absolutely buzzing with excitement. Seeing their faces light up reminded me why I love teaching Kindergarten—to them, a fresh box of crayons and a dedicated place for their favorite stories isn't just \"stuff,\" it's a sign that their hard work truly matters.\r\n\r\nWe've hit the ground running with these new resources. The dry-erase markers and erasers have been a total game-changer for our phonics lessons. Just yesterday, I watched one of my students struggle to get the curve of a lowercase 'g' just right. Because of the \"try-again\" nature of the boards, she didn't get frustrated; she just wiped it away and tried again until she beamed with pride. Having the 15-drawer cart has also made our transitions so much smoother—instead of waiting for me to pass out supplies, the kids know exactly where to go to find their center materials. They are learning independence and taking so much ownership of our space.\r\n\r\nYour kindness didn't just give us supplies; it gave these joyful explorers the tools they need to feel like real scholars. Thank you for believing in my class!","fullyFundedDate":1767138316964,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-restock-kinder-success/9963293/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Restock: Kinder Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gavin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9100348_orig.jpg?crop=1092,1092,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723158925104","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-gavin-westphilly"},{"teacherId":10004724,"projectId":9859092,"letterContent":"Our STEAM club loved the idea of making movies with the LEGO and wooden figures . They got super creative with the white boards and the trifold which they used for back drops. This is something that is sometimes missing in our scripted everyday curriculum. These activities not only give choice , develops problem solving but gives students time to be creative . This particular activity helped with the concept that everyone is a story teller. Best of all this years new STEAM team started to collaborate and create friendships with new team mates. Thank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1763571249140,"projectUrl":"project/mini-movie-makers-in-philly/9859092/","projectTitle":"Mini Movie Makers in Philly","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Neill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10004724_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753102431874","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10004724"},{"teacherId":9782249,"projectId":9555800,"letterContent":"A24 has used all the materials provided efficiently. We are using the new resources in a variety of ways, from hands-on activities to research projects. One specific project we recently completed was a science experiment using the new lab equipment to study the effects of different environmental factors on plant growth. The students were able to use the resources to set up and carry out the experiment, then collect and analyze the data. They were truly engaged and excited to see the results of their hard work.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their reactions were filled with excitement and curiosity. They immediately started brainstorming ideas for how they could use the resources in their learning, and were eager to dive in and start experimenting.","fullyFundedDate":1758834649319,"projectUrl":"project/new-school-new-year/9555800/","projectTitle":"New School, New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9782249_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755734427471","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9782249"},{"teacherId":10230645,"projectId":9661923,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our middle school ELA classroom has been transformed into a space where more students feel comfortable and excited to learn. The flexible seating options you provided—including the incredibly popular bean bags—have enriched the way my students read, write, and collaborate!\r\n\r\nThe day the new chairs and bean bags arrived was very exciting! As students walked in, they froze for a moment, taking in the big boxes. \"What are these?\" Once I asked them to open the boxes, they became even more excited. Within seconds, the bean bags were claimed and tested. \r\n\r\nThe impact has been immediate and powerful. Students now love reading in these seats. Independent reading time—once a challenge for some—has become a favorite part of the day. The bean bags in particular have been game changers: students tuck themselves into them, open their novels, and disappear into their stories with a level of focus and joy I've rarely seen. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has done more than change the layout of our room; it has changed how my students learn, how they interact, and how they see themselves as readers and writers. You've helped create a classroom that feels safe, inviting, and inspiring—exactly the kind of space middle school students need.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and making this transformation possible.","fullyFundedDate":1756744754167,"projectUrl":"project/support-my-blossoming-readers-and-writer/9661923/","projectTitle":"Support my Blossoming Readers and Writers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lardova","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10230645_orig.jpg?crop=1283,1283,x0,y631&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756424650297","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10230645"},{"teacherId":1612640,"projectId":9624411,"letterContent":"I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for your recent and incredibly thoughtful donations to our school's K-8 STEM Lab. The impact of your generosity is already being felt by our students and teachers every day. Your support has transformed the lab from a functional space into a truly organized, engaging, and secure environment for learning. These practical items—from the durable laptop cases to the dry erase markers and erasers—are not just supplies; they are essential tools that enable smoother transitions, foster creativity, and protect the valuable technology entrusted to our young learners. Thank you for investing in the future of our students.\r\n\r\nThe specific items you provided have solved key logistical challenges and enhanced the daily learning experience across all grade levels. For our younger students, the new storage containers are perfect for managing small supplies, teaching them essential organizational skills. The velcro strips and number stickers have made securing and tracking our computers vastly more efficient, minimizing technical downtime and maximizing instruction time. Meanwhile, the over-the-door storage bags for mice and keyboards have decluttered workstations, creating a more focused and accessible environment. These thoughtful details demonstrate a true understanding of the needs of a busy K-8 technology program.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, our technology lab is now a safer, more organized, and more efficient place for every student to explore digital literacy. Your support ensures that our laptops remain protected as they move through classrooms, and that our teachers can spend less time managing supplies and more time guiding students through coding projects, research, and collaborative digital assignments. Thank you once again for making a tangible and immediate difference in the educational lives of our students. We are truly fortunate to have such committed members in our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1755705504643,"projectUrl":"project/stem-for-now-and-the-future/9624411/","projectTitle":"STEM for Now and the Future!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. S.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1612640_orig.jpg?crop=2142,2142,x0,y171&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755694269160","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-scullion"},{"teacherId":1458343,"projectId":7448489,"letterContent":"This update is late, however, the multicultural books made an amazing impact on the students in my classroom. I service students that come from so many different countries and backgrounds. The look on the faces of students when they were able to pick up a book that has representation of their own cultures was so impactful! The students enjoyed seeing pictures of people that look like them. They excitedly shared stories of that one time.... Other students became interested in others cultures and began discussion things that were similar with in their cultures. It was beautiful to see them find common ground in their food, music, religion and languages. A true blessing!","fullyFundedDate":1692117331514,"projectUrl":"project/representation-through-reading-multicult/7448489/","projectTitle":"Representation through Reading Multicultural books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1458343_orig.jpg?crop=1244,1244,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753103339624","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1458343"},{"teacherId":10305999,"projectId":9809264,"letterContent":"The addition of a new wireless mic is a wonderful addition to our band equipment. The wireless mic will help the quality of their voice and performance during shows. Having the students be able to walk around and sing without wires is a tremendous advantage while performing. I teach the kids how to perform so it's important that they perform while singing. With the wireless mic, students can sing, dance, and go into the crowd to sing with the crowd. The crowd loves this and it wouldn't be possible without going wireless. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for being so generous. I can't wait to share photos of the kids using the equipment you've purchased for them. The students are so appreciative of the program but it wouldn't be possible with your generosity. See the students learn and then perform gives them such confidence and joy. It really makes my year watching these students come so far in their journeys. \r\n\r\nI just want to say thank you again and please know that your donations are very much appreciated. These kids don't have the money to purchase instruments and it's hard on the families to purchase all the equipment. Some of the kids who have performed in the group have continued to pursue music and instruments and even perform with my band on stage. Giving back is such an important piece of being in the band. I want you to understand that they are made aware of the generous donations that are given to the program. We could not do this without people like you.","fullyFundedDate":1760693600148,"projectUrl":"project/shure-wireless-mic-for-school-rock-band/9809264/","projectTitle":"Shure Wireless Mic for School Rock Band","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Haws","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10305999_orig.jpg?crop=625,625,x12,y121&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760900720995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10305999"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90927","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1187,"numTeachers":53,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":21,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":33,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":25,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"22.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":71.1,"schoolId":90927,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Louis H Farrell Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Louis H Farrell Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/philadelphia-city-school-district/louis-h-farrell-elementary-school/90927"}