{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Morton McMichael Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4649626,"projectId":9097317,"letterContent":"My fourth graders were excited to receive the highlighters, folders, whiteboard paddles, glue sticks, Astrobrights colored paper, cardstock, and laminating sleeves. We read the book Love That Dog by Sharon Creech. They learned about what makes a poem a poem and why writers write. The students were excited to write their own shape poem like the character Jack in the book. I made them stand out by backing them with the bright paper on the bulletin board. I'm able to laminate a lot of supplemental materials for the students to use hands-on like bookmarks during independent reading. They use their yellow highlighters to cite evidence and the pocket folders are used to keep their materials organized. \r\n\r\nOur next steps will be to use our great donations during our project on animal behaviors and defense mechanisms. They will have a research project and will use all the mentioned materials to create reports and dioramas.","fullyFundedDate":1746756121015,"projectUrl":"project/getting-to-the-basics/9097317/","projectTitle":"Getting to The Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Milburn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4649626_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723570553482","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4649626"},{"teacherId":9100348,"projectId":9012721,"letterContent":"I am absolutely delighted to send you this thank you—not just for your donation, but for the immediate, wonderful change it has made!\r\n\r\nBecause of your incredible generosity, our project for seat sacks has been fully funded and installed! Our kindergarten classroom is already seeing a huge improvement in organization, and the difference is truly incredible.\r\n\r\nThese seat sacks have provided every child with their own dedicated, clutter-free space to keep their books, folders, and supplies. We were able to get them set up immediately, and I can tell you that our daily routines are already running so much more smoothly.\r\n\r\nNow, instead of precious learning time being spent searching for misplaced items, my students are focused on their work. The new organization has dramatically reduced the clutter in our small classroom, creating a visibly calmer and more focused learning environment—it's amazing to see!\r\n\r\nEven better, my young learners are already showing signs of greater independence. They are taking pride in keeping their own space tidy and are learning responsibility for their belongings, which are vital life skills.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this essential change a reality. Your support had a lasting impact on our classroom community from the moment the seat sacks were placed on the chairs!","fullyFundedDate":1735180718545,"projectUrl":"project/seat-sacks-for-an-organized-classroom/9012721/","projectTitle":"Seat Sacks for an Organized Classroom","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":9100348,"projectId":8886948,"letterContent":"I am absolutely thrilled to share the amazing news: our project, \"Help My Kindergarteners in West Philly Stay Focused and Engaged!\" has been fully funded!\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, and on behalf of my incredible class, thank you so much for your generosity. Your support is making a tangible, immediate difference in the lives of my kindergarteners in West Philadelphia.\r\n\r\nYour donation means that every single student in my classroom will now have their own set of headphones.\r\n\r\nIn our busy classroom, these aren't just pieces of equipment; they are tools for focus and personalized learning. They will transform our instruction by allowing my bright, curious students to fully immerse themselves in engaging activities on our Chromebooks—from practicing critical literacy skills to enjoying engaging read-alouds and exploring educational apps. In an active, sometimes noisy, environment, having this quiet space to concentrate is truly essential for these young learners.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students from underserved communities, having access to their own high-quality learning tools like these headphones can make all the difference. You are helping to create a more focused, effective, and inclusive learning environment right here in West Philly, giving my students the best chance to succeed academically and develop lifelong learning skills.\r\n\r\nWe can't wait to put these headphones to use! I will be sure to share updates and photos once they arrive and are being used in our classroom so you can see the direct impact of your kindness.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and our students. You are an inspiration!","fullyFundedDate":1731182768982,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-kindergarteners-stay-focused-e/8886948/","projectTitle":"Help My Kindergarteners Stay Focused & Engaged!","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":2416919,"projectId":8368773,"letterContent":"I would like to first thank you for your donation towards our calculators. These have really been useful during Math class. Having the same calculators makes the class flow because I no longer have to explain multiple explanations for different calculators. Students have been able to learn how to use them quickly. I feel confident that going into PSSA testing they will feel more confident using the same calculators they have worked with all year. It's because of donors like all of you that makes teachers and students dreams come true. Thank everyone so much.","fullyFundedDate":1724532563216,"projectUrl":"project/calculations-on-point/8368773/","projectTitle":"Calculations on Point!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Woods","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2416919"},{"teacherId":2948066,"projectId":8895914,"letterContent":"I am beyond thankful for your contributions to my classroom. Thanks to you, my students now have their own personal headphones, which they use in a variety of ways to complete online instruction throughout the day. Each student is able to focus on their individualized lesson to meet their needs. \r\n\r\nAdditionally, my students do not have to worry about obtaining pencils prior to coming to class. We do not waste time searching for pencils in order to complete assignments or take notes. Although this may seem like a small task, it can often waste precious instructional time.\r\n\r\nSimilarly, the chart paper and laminate sheets have had multiple uses in my classroom. With the chart paper, my students are able to readily access information directly related to what they are learning. The laminate sheets have allowed me to display student work proudly, without fear of it getting ruined.","fullyFundedDate":1731724726887,"projectUrl":"project/schulzs-supply-stash/8895914/","projectTitle":"Schulz's Supply Stash","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schulz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2948066"},{"teacherId":4247448,"projectId":4439111,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity!! The headphones help my students to be on their computer intervention programs. They can complete their lessons on these programs without distraction. It also helps to keep my students on task with their own headphones. It also teaches my students responsibility because they need to take care of their own headphones.\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart for you kindness and caring! Thank you for supporting my students so they can be successful in school!","fullyFundedDate":1576435705962,"projectUrl":"project/listening-to-grow-and-learn/4439111/","projectTitle":"Listening to Grow and Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McNeill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4247448_orig.jpg?crop=356,356,x181,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1623262578172","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4247448"},{"teacherId":9100348,"projectId":8886922,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to my DonorsChoose project, \"Daily Snacks for Student Success.\" Your support means the world to my kindergarteners and me.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, school lunch is their primary meal of the day. The snacks your donation provides will help fill the gap and ensure they can focus on learning instead of their growling stomachs. This simple but meaningful gesture truly makes a difference in their daily lives.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students now have something to look forward to in the afternoons—a little boost that helps them stay energized and engaged. You've given them not only nourishment but also the message that their well-being matters.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for investing in their growth and success. Your generosity inspires us all!","fullyFundedDate":1731885301078,"projectUrl":"project/daily-snacks-for-student-success/8886922/","projectTitle":"Daily Snacks for Student 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":4649626,"projectId":8624729,"letterContent":"We have a new reading curriculum this year and the students had to read the book, Love That Dog by Sharon Creech. We were learning what makes a poem a poem and what inspires poets to write. We ended the unit with the students writing their own poems. When their glasses, lanyards and pencil pouches were given to them they were very excited! Each time we write they put on their thinking glasses and lanyards that have their photos saying they are amazing authors. This makes a difficult task for them fun and exciting. My goal was to make writing fun and special with the glasses and lanyards. They seem excited about writing. Our classroom had a district walkthrough visit and they loved the idea when they saw all the students wearing their glasses and lanyards. They also loved how they all had reading folders and pouches containing their highlighter and other writing tools. Our next lesson is researching about an animal so they can become experts about the animal's defense mechanisms. They will also write a narrative using the same animal as the main character of their story. The folders help to keep their loose papers organized by subjects. The children are very thankful for the things you have given them. Their appreciation shows when they are engaged and collaborating in groups to do an activity.","fullyFundedDate":1725740013316,"projectUrl":"project/a-thirst-for-learning/8624729/","projectTitle":"A Thirst For Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Milburn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4649626_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723570553482","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4649626"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90715","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":285,"numTeachers":22,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":93,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.2,"schoolId":90715,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Morton McMichael Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Morton McMichael Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/philadelphia-city-school-district/morton-mcmichael-elementary-school/90715"}