{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mary M Walsh Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7943582,"projectId":9791111,"letterContent":"Thanks to this project, our classroom now has the seating needed to fully support small group instruction and collaborative learning. Before, we didn't always have enough space for every student to comfortably join group activities, which made it harder to run effective reading and math centers.\r\n\r\nWith the addition of extra seats, my reading group table can now accommodate all students who need targeted instruction at one time. Each student table also has an additional seat, allowing us to run centers with five students per group more smoothly and inclusively.\r\n\r\nThese extra seats have also made it easier for adults to sit alongside students and provide direct support during learning activities. We are so grateful to the generous supporters who made this possible. Your support has helped create a classroom where every student has a place to learn, collaborate, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1761173880943,"projectUrl":"project/seats-for-success/9791111/","projectTitle":"Seats for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7943582_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y235&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658191867652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7943582"},{"teacherId":7943582,"projectId":9568681,"letterContent":"Thanks to this project, our classroom now has a safe, efficient way to print student photos right in our school. Previously, I had to rely on outside services like CVS Pharmacy, which raised concerns about student privacy and took additional time and coordination.\r\n\r\nWith our new photo printer, I can quickly print pictures that directly support student learning and classroom community. Students have used printed photos to showcase their work in project-based learning activities, helping them take pride in their accomplishments and share their ideas visually. I've also been able to print student portraits for creative projects, such as crafts and personalized gingerbread figures displayed on our classroom door.\r\n\r\nThis resource has made our classroom more secure, more creative, and more student-centered. It allows me to celebrate my students' identities and achievements in meaningful, visible ways while keeping everything safely within our school environment.","fullyFundedDate":1755727575658,"projectUrl":"project/capturing-kindergarten-memories/9568681/","projectTitle":"Capturing Kindergarten Memories","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7943582_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y235&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658191867652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7943582"},{"teacherId":4686768,"projectId":9506319,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our school and students! These binders and the materials that came with them have made such an impact on our school and students this year (and for many years to come). Every student this year has had a \"Date Conference Binder\" where they have their important work from the school year. All items that go into their binder are put their by the students and they reflect with their teachers on what they did well and areas for improvement, setting clear goals for their work to show progress throughout the year. As students have added more and more to their binders you can see their confidence growing and they are able to talk to staff about the goals they have set for themselves. It is truly amazing to see students taking such ownership over their learning! Thank you for contributing to that!","fullyFundedDate":1755730394484,"projectUrl":"project/binders-of-brilliance-celebrating-stude/9506319/","projectTitle":"Binders of Brilliance: Celebrating Student Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leach","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4686768_orig.jpg?crop=2533,2533,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1638891556348","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/allyson-leach"},{"teacherId":503206,"projectId":10094634,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our fourth-grade inclusion classroom. My students come from a vibrant inner-city community and include learners from low-income families, students receiving special education services, and multi-language learners. For many of them, school is not just a place to learn—it is a place of safety, belonging, and joy.\r\n\r\nHands-on, creative experiences make a powerful difference in how my students engage with learning and see themselves as capable, confident individuals. With your support, we were able to replace our broken color printer and provide materials that allow students to bring their ideas to life.\r\n\r\nThrough this project, students will design and create their own 4th grade T-shirts for upcoming field trips and Field Day. They will collaborate, express their individuality, and experience the full creative process—turning their ideas into something tangible and meaningful. These shirts will not only build school pride and unity, but also give students a lasting keepsake from their elementary school experience.\r\n\r\nThis printer will continue to be used for this school year and beyond. Printing our work and projects in color to brighten our classroom and bulletin boards. \r\n\r\nYour generosity helps create opportunities for joy, creativity, and connection in our classroom. Thank you for making a meaningful impact on my students' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1771980167818,"projectUrl":"project/design-it-print-it-wear-it/10094634/","projectTitle":"Design it! Print it! Wear it!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dupont","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp503206_orig.jpg?crop=1821,1821,x0,y297&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711553524966","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melissa"},{"teacherId":9098371,"projectId":9789770,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students are motivated by fun incentives like slime, Squishmallows, stress balls, games, and stickers. We use these as rewards for i-Ready achievements and to recognize our classroom leaders. One special moment was seeing a student reach their goal and proudly choose a prize while classmates cheered them on. When the items were introduced, students were beyond excited and immediately focused on meeting their goals.\r\n\r\nNext, we are continuing to build responsibility and goal-setting as students track progress, earn rewards, and grow as leaders in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1761860116707,"projectUrl":"project/achievement-awards/9789770/","projectTitle":"Achievement Awards!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Grasso","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sophia-grasso"},{"teacherId":8561948,"projectId":9964659,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to helping provide a brand new cabinet for my classroom. Having the extra storage for all sorts of different supplies for my students is wonderful. It also helps me keep all of the new supplies that I have got from donors choose well organized. \r\n\r\nMy students also make use of the cabinet for their sensory items such as slime bins and sensory toy bins. The cabinet also makes recess clean up very quick as my students know exactly where to put everything. \r\n\r\nThe front of the cabinet is also helpful as I have hung up a sign to guide my students in how to clean up from breakfast, lunch and snack. Having more visuals in the classroom helps remind my students of the expectations.","fullyFundedDate":1767408835705,"projectUrl":"project/new-cabinet-for-organization/9964659/","projectTitle":"New Cabinet For Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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The result was a collection that was not only aesthetically pleasing but also a testament to the power of imagination and environmental stewardship.","fullyFundedDate":1770175915858,"projectUrl":"project/upcycle-old-toys-into-art-projects-and-r/10075578/","projectTitle":"Upcycle Old Toys Into Art Projects and Reduce Plastic Waste","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stuart-Wonderlie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4516321_orig.jpg?crop=1428,1428,x1020,y301&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668352423873","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wonderlie"},{"teacherId":4516321,"projectId":10029419,"letterContent":"As the read-aloud session begins, the atmosphere is charged with anticipation. Scholars gather around, their eyes wide with curiosity as they prepare to immerse themselves in the story. The reader's expressive tone and animated gestures draw them in, making the characters come alive. \r\n\r\nAs the narrative unfolds, the students lean forward, hanging onto every word. They laugh at the humorous moments and lean back in suspense during the tense parts, fully absorbed in the plot twists and turns. \r\n\r\nHands shoot up eagerly as they share their thoughts, predictions, and connections to their own experiences. The excitement is palpable; it's not just about listening but being part of a community that enjoys storytelling together. \r\n\r\nQuestions about character motivations and themes spark lively discussions, while connections to prior readings enhance their understanding and appreciation of the journey the characters are on. This shared experience not only fosters a love for reading but also builds critical thinking and empathy as they explore diverse perspectives through the characters' journeys. The engagement is not just in the words themselves, but in the shared adventure that promises new insights and deeper bonds among the scholars.","fullyFundedDate":1769063405408,"projectUrl":"project/charlottes-web-friendship-and-loyalty/10029419/","projectTitle":"Charlotte's Web Friendship and Loyalty","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stuart-Wonderlie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4516321_orig.jpg?crop=1428,1428,x1020,y301&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668352423873","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wonderlie"},{"teacherId":4516321,"projectId":9970035,"letterContent":"We have been utilizing these cordless microphones for our productions of twisted fairytales and during our monthly PBIS assemblies. These microphones allow students to perform without the constraints of cords, enabling them to be truly hands-free. This freedom not only enhances their stage presence but also ensures that their voices carry clearly, making it easier for everyone in the audience to hear them. \r\n\r\nIn our productions of twisted fairytales, the microphones support our young actors in delivering their lines with confidence and creativity, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in their characters. Similarly, during the PBIS assemblies, they play a crucial role in helping students lead discussions, share their ideas, and engage with the community effectively. Overall, these cordless microphones empower our students to step into leadership roles while being an integral part of our events.","fullyFundedDate":1767409155262,"projectUrl":"project/voices-heard/9970035/","projectTitle":"Voices Heard!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stuart-Wonderlie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4516321_orig.jpg?crop=1428,1428,x1020,y301&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668352423873","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wonderlie"},{"teacherId":7773230,"projectId":10055931,"letterContent":"The project has been very helpful since we've used some of the snacks during our 3 work centers it has helped maintain a good work schedule because they look forward to getting a little treat after doing a work activity. The one thing that they all love is the spinning chair because of the weather it had been hard to get out to the playground, and we've been doing recess in the classroom they all want to spin on it, so it has also been a good way to teach them to take turns. We have been able to take some of our kids to school assemblies because of the noise cancelling headphones, now they can be part of whole school activities. Thank you so much every item has been a blessing.","fullyFundedDate":1770175915740,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-a-few-other-essentials/10055931/","projectTitle":"Snacks and a Few Other Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7773230"},{"teacherId":4668850,"projectId":9924443,"letterContent":"This project helped our classroom immensely. We tend to go through many pencils for each student each day. The automatic pencil sharpener has helped us keep the pencils sharp and we are able to use them throughout the day! It is amazing how one small piece of equipment can make such a difference to our room!\r\n\r\nUsing our leader in me program we have students with certain roles within our classroom. One student is responsible to make sure the pencil supply is sharpened during breakfast/homeroom time. She makes sure that everyone has what they need to have a successful start to their day.\r\n\r\nThe color printer has allowed us to create 2 colorful bulletin boards for our Leader in Me program and for pictures that illustrate our weekly vocabulary words. We will be using the color printer to create parts of our upcoming business project that we are working on during our project based learning time. Being able to print colorful pictures and models will make an amazing impact for each student in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1764202352432,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-creations-and-sharp-minds/9924443/","projectTitle":"Colorful Creations and Sharp Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Langan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4668850_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564606280383","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4668850"},{"teacherId":8561948,"projectId":9947828,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of these new painting supplies for my students. My students love to be creative in making their own art work in the classroom. I love how I have access to supplies that allow them to do lighter art work with the paint dotters or to go wild with the acrylic paints. \r\n\r\nLuckily those new aprons we got helps everything stay neat and tidy so my students can go home with clean shirts. The paint cups also help too as to minimize spilling of paints on the table. \r\n\r\nWhen my students got access to the new dotter markers one of them said \"wow\" in particular to the slightly glittery colors. They also love the neon colors too.","fullyFundedDate":1765864105975,"projectUrl":"project/painting-station/9947828/","projectTitle":"Painting Station","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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