{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Madison Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":33.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9459113,"projectId":10432120,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my third-grade classroom! Your generous donation of privacy dividers will help my students stay focused, build independence, and do their best work.\r\n\r\nIn a busy classroom, distractions can sometimes make it difficult for children to concentrate, especially during independent reading, writing assignments, and assessments. Privacy dividers will provide students with a designated workspace that helps minimize visual distractions and encourages them to focus on the task in front of them.\r\n\r\nEvery child learns differently, and some students benefit from having a quieter, more structured space to complete their work. These dividers will help me create a classroom environment that supports different learning needs while allowing students to work comfortably and confidently at their own pace.\r\n\r\nWith your support, my students will have a better opportunity to concentrate, develop strong independent work habits, and experience success in their learning. Something as simple as a privacy divider can make a meaningful difference in a child's ability to focus and feel confident.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping me create a classroom where every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Your generosity is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1786031964901,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-privacy-a-lot-more-focus/10432120/","projectTitle":"A Little Privacy, A Lot More Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dugan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9459113_orig.jpg?crop=1210,1210,x1956,y372&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760309757718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459113"},{"teacherId":9459113,"projectId":10432138,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my third-grade classroom! Your generous donation of bulletin board materials will help create a colorful, welcoming, and engaging learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nOur classroom walls are more than just decorations. They are valuable learning spaces where students can display their work, celebrate their accomplishments, and see their progress throughout the year. Bulletin boards also allow me to display important vocabulary, writing examples, math strategies, and helpful reminders that students can refer to during lessons.\r\n\r\nHaving the materials to create inviting and organized bulletin boards will help make our classroom a place where students feel proud of their work, motivated to learn, and excited to share their ideas. Showcasing student work also builds confidence and reminds children that their efforts and achievements matter.\r\n\r\nYour donation will help transform our classroom into a vibrant learning space that celebrates creativity, encourages academic growth, and makes every student feel valued.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where learning, creativity, and success are celebrated every day. Your generosity truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1786023238193,"projectUrl":"project/learning-that-leaps-off-the-walls/10432138/","projectTitle":"Learning That Leaps Off the Walls","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dugan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9459113_orig.jpg?crop=1210,1210,x1956,y372&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760309757718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459113"},{"teacherId":9459113,"projectId":10392093,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my third-grade classroom! Your generous donation of an easel will provide my students with exciting opportunities to learn, participate, and share their ideas.\r\n\r\nAn easel is an important teaching tool that will allow me to model writing strategies, demonstrate math concepts, introduce new lessons, and create anchor charts that students can reference throughout the day. It will also give students the opportunity to come up to the easel, solve problems, share their thinking, and actively participate in classroom activities.\r\n\r\nIn third grade, students are developing important skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and critical thinking. Having an easel will make lessons more interactive and help students visualize new concepts, build confidence, and learn from one another.\r\n\r\nYour donation will help create a more engaging classroom where students are encouraged to participate, collaborate, and take an active role in their education.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and providing resources that make learning meaningful and fun. Your generosity will make a lasting impact on our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1785331584074,"projectUrl":"project/big-ideas-start-here/10392093/","projectTitle":"Big Ideas Start Here","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dugan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9459113_orig.jpg?crop=1210,1210,x1956,y372&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760309757718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459113"},{"teacherId":9459113,"projectId":10391906,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my third-grade classroom! Your generous donation of classroom lights will help create a warm, inviting, and comfortable learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nThe classroom environment plays an important role in how children feel and learn throughout the school day. Adding soft, gentle lighting will help create a more welcoming atmosphere where students can feel comfortable, stay focused, and engage in their learning.\r\n\r\nOur classroom is a place where students read, write, solve math problems, collaborate with classmates, and explore new ideas. Creating a calm and inviting space helps make these daily learning experiences more enjoyable and productive.\r\n\r\nYour donation will help transform our classroom into a space where students feel relaxed, inspired, and ready to learn. These lights may seem like a small addition, but they will make a meaningful difference in the atmosphere we create together.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a brighter, happier place to learn. Your kindness and generosity are truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1785331555087,"projectUrl":"project/a-classroom-that-glows-with-possibility/10391906/","projectTitle":"A Classroom That Glows with Possibility","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dugan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9459113_orig.jpg?crop=1210,1210,x1956,y372&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760309757718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459113"},{"teacherId":9459113,"projectId":10391872,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my third-grade classroom! Your generous donation of chart paper will help bring learning to life for my students.\r\n\r\nChart paper is an essential tool in our classroom. We use it to model writing strategies, solve math problems, create anchor charts, review important concepts, and brainstorm ideas together. These visual resources help students understand new skills, remember important information, and become more independent learners.\r\n\r\nHaving plenty of chart paper allows me to display our learning, break down challenging concepts into manageable steps, and encourage students to share their thinking. Our charts serve as helpful reminders that students can refer to throughout the day, building their confidence and supporting their academic growth.\r\n\r\nYour donation will help create a more interactive and engaging classroom where students can learn, collaborate, and celebrate their progress.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and providing the materials they need to learn, grow, and succeed. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1785331499731,"projectUrl":"project/chart-paper-big-learning/10391872/","projectTitle":"Chart Paper, Big Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dugan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9459113_orig.jpg?crop=1210,1210,x1956,y372&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760309757718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459113"},{"teacherId":9459113,"projectId":10391775,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my third-grade classroom! Your generous donation of tennis balls for our classroom chairs will make a big difference in creating a more comfortable and productive learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nThroughout the school day, students frequently move their chairs as they work independently, collaborate with classmates, and participate in lessons. The constant scraping and scraping sounds of chairs moving across the floor can create a noisy classroom and make it difficult for students to concentrate.\r\n\r\nBy placing tennis balls on the legs of our chairs, we can significantly reduce classroom noise and create a calmer atmosphere. This simple solution will help students stay focused, listen more carefully, and better engage in their learning.\r\n\r\nEvery child deserves a classroom where they can learn without unnecessary distractions. Your donation will help make our classroom a quieter, more welcoming place where my students can do their best work.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make a difference in the lives of my students. Your generosity is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1785331565837,"projectUrl":"project/sound-reduction-to-enhance-focus/10391775/","projectTitle":"Sound Reduction to Enhance Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dugan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9459113_orig.jpg?crop=1210,1210,x1956,y372&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760309757718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459113"},{"teacherId":9459113,"projectId":10391685,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my third-grade classroom! Your generous donation of computer mice and headphones will make a meaningful difference in my students' daily learning experiences.\r\n\r\nTechnology is an important part of our classroom, providing students with opportunities to practice reading, build math skills, strengthen their writing, and explore new concepts. With computer mice, students will be able to navigate their laptops more easily and independently. Headphones will allow them to listen carefully to lessons, complete reading activities, and work at their own pace without distractions.\r\n\r\nThese simple but essential tools will help create a more focused and engaging learning environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed. Your generosity helps ensure that my students have the resources they need to grow academically, build confidence, and become independent learners.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping make learning more accessible, enjoyable, and successful for every child. Your kindness truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1785331571194,"projectUrl":"project/mice-and-headphones-needed-for-class-lap/10391685/","projectTitle":"Mice and Headphones Needed for Class Laptops","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dugan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9459113_orig.jpg?crop=1210,1210,x1956,y372&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760309757718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459113"},{"teacherId":8251171,"projectId":9903117,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of chair back pockets and book bags and pouches for our classroom! You have helped the students create a space where they can feel organized and independent. \r\n\r\nThe chair-back pockets are giving each student a special place to keep their daily use materials within easy reach. Instead of searching through desks, bins, or crowded storage areas, students can now quickly and confidently access the supplies they need. This simple organization is helping them stay focused on learning and keep our workspace clean and orderly.\r\n\r\nThe book pouches are especially meaningful for our young readers. Now my students can easily choose a book from their bag, read independently, and take their book bags home to read at home as well.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped create a classroom where students can take greater responsibility for their belongings and learning materials. These chair pockets and pouches may seem like small additions, but they have made a big impact on our students' daily routines and independence.Thank you so much for investing in our classroom and believing in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1774913016289,"projectUrl":"project/young-readers-need-organized-spaces/9903117/","projectTitle":"Young Readers Need Organized Spaces!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Iqbal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8251171"},{"teacherId":127285,"projectId":10099217,"letterContent":"I am tremendously grateful for your generous donation of paint, high quality paper, and canvas boards. I am still using the supplies received last year on student projects this Fall. \r\n Just when motivation was at it's lowest point last Spring these gorgeous supplies arrived and with them sparked a new curiosity, enthusiasm, and focus within my older students in our School.\r\n The supplies were used to create beautiful decorations for our School's Spring Music show, promotion, and graduation ceremonies. My students helped to create a painted hibiscus flower garland that spanned over 100ft. They also helped create a mural, and my fifth and sixth graders made amazing exit pieces in canvas board. The amount my students learned about painting through the experience of using these supplied was absolutely amazing.\r\n Some of my advanced students made figurines using wet and set plaster and used the acrylic paint to complete them. \r\n The supplies that were donated were a huge blessing for my students to get to use. I don't know what I would do without the generosity of donors like you and the Donors choose platform. I cannot thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1776133119911,"projectUrl":"project/painting-makes-me-feel-like-an-artist/10099217/","projectTitle":"Painting Makes Me Feel Like an Artist!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Glover","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp127285_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597083388023","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/127285"},{"teacherId":9459113,"projectId":9821450,"letterContent":"That you so much for supplying mice for our classroom laptops! While touchpads are commonly used, they can be difficult for some students to operate effectively — especially those with fine motor challenges, physical disabilities, or sensory processing issues.\r\n\r\nAn external mouse offers more control, precision, and ease of use.\r\nFor students with limited hand strength, coordination difficulties, or developmental delays, using a mouse has reduced frustration and increased independence. \r\n\r\n\r\nProviding appropriate tools like a mouse aligns with the goal of creating an inclusive learning environment where all students have the support they need to succeed. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1767194810588,"projectUrl":"project/mice-needs-for-class-laptops/9821450/","projectTitle":"Mice Needs For Class Laptops","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dugan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9459113_orig.jpg?crop=1210,1210,x1956,y372&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760309757718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459113"},{"teacherId":1469401,"projectId":9801330,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for gifting us with a color printer. This may sound extreme, but it has truly changed my life, and more importantly, has fostered more student engagement.\r\n I am now able to make color copies in my classroom, instead of printing them in the main office, two flights of stairs down from me. This has freed up precious time.\r\n I use the printer daily to bring color to my lessons and assignments, and I have used the printer to make colorful awards for my students. Both of these bring more excitement to learning!","fullyFundedDate":1766006698392,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-worksheets-rubrics-and-awards/9801330/","projectTitle":"Colorful Worksheets, Rubrics, and Awards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1469401"},{"teacherId":1826474,"projectId":9544010,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generous donation which enabled me to purchase a gift card for Teacher Pay Teacher. This site is by teachers, for teachers. Teachers share successful activities and assessments with each other that are available for purchase. \r\n With this gift card, I purchased differentiated items where students of all reading levels have the activities and/or assessments at their reading levels. \r\n These differentiated activities make each student feel comfortable with their assignments, which leads them to a confidence to carry them through other assignments. \r\n Again, thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1758223830764,"projectUrl":"project/-every-reader-every-level/9544010/","projectTitle":"“ Every Reader- Every Level”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Meehan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1826474_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476496214536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1826474"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_43425","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":441,"numTeachers":36,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":19,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":66,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"12.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":66.2,"schoolId":43425,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Madison Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Madison Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/connecticut/bridgeport-public-schools/madison-elementary-school/43425"}