{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Paul W Carleton Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":50.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9376714,"projectId":10047637,"letterContent":"We were in awe when over $1,000 worth of snacks and drinks arrived at Paul W. Carleton Elementary School. It filled our guidance counselor's office floor to ceiling. It was a true blessing to our students because it helped with several of our events. \r\n\r\nWe conduct Town Halls for our 4th and 5th grade students to celebrate positive classroom behavior every month. We give out snacks to those who earned their points. We also host parent/community engagement events monthly in the evening and used the drinks for those events. We also do schoolwide PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) monthly events and the students who had the most points got snacks and drinks along with extra recess. They were ecstatic. We thank you so much for helping us to create something special for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1769656951021,"projectUrl":"project/care-hunger-motivation/10047637/","projectTitle":"Care, Hunger, & Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Niezgoda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9376714"},{"teacherId":10403268,"projectId":10044493,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation. My students greatly benefitted from receiving warm items for the winter and hygiene products. Most of my students didn't have things like scarves, gloves, and beanies for the winter, and I know a lot of them walk to school. They we excited to receive the hygiene products too. We had extras, so I was happy that we were able to send some extra items home with students for their siblings as well. Also, my students really appreciated the snacks we received as some of them don't have many snacks at home or don't love what we have for lunch. I believe it helped them focus better on their schoolwork as well. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1769192935115,"projectUrl":"project/warm-healthy-kids/10044493/","projectTitle":"Warm Healthy Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mathis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10403268_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y540&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769028077881","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403268"},{"teacherId":10414594,"projectId":10047222,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our 5th grade classroom. The moment each box arrived, my students were filled with excitement and curiosity, eagerly gathering around to see what new items we had received. Simple things like their favorite snacks Takis, Rice Krispy treats, and Nutri-Grain bars brought huge smiles, while essentials like water, Gatorade, deodorant, tissues, and Lysol wipes helped create a cleaner, healthier space for learning. The addition of pants for both boys and girls has also been incredibly helpful during the cold New Jersey winter, ensuring that students can stay warm and comfortable throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nThese resources have become a part of our daily routine. Students know they can grab a snack if they are hungry, which helps them stay focused and engaged during lessons. The school supplies like glue, scissors, and Velcro dots are being used in hands-on projects that make learning more interactive and fun. The books we received have also been added to our classroom library, giving students more opportunities to read and explore new topics independently. Because of your support, my students are learning in a safer, more supportive environment where their basic needs are being met.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these resources to support both academic and personal growth. Having consistent access to food, hygiene products, and supplies allows my students to focus on their goals and fully participate in classroom activities. Your kindness has not only provided materials it has shown my students that there are people who truly care about their well-being and success. Thank you for making such a lasting impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769195419165,"projectUrl":"project/full-and-warm-in-new-jersey/10047222/","projectTitle":"Full and Warm in New Jersey","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Howe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10414594_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769021803663","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414594"},{"teacherId":1562363,"projectId":10022990,"letterContent":"Thank you for generous donation to this important essential project. Well my class has already started using all of these supplies. First, the spray and wipes are used every single day when I am cleaning their desks off to keep the germs away. Also, I am using the disinfected spray to help eliminate the germs. Currently, it is allergy season so my students have been using the box of tissues. Next, the snack bin has been getting filled everyday. Students can grab the different granola bars, apple sauce, and cookies to help stay focus before lunch. Then, my school has a care locker where I was able to restock with female and male deodorant along with adding more pants to the locker. Also, I was able to provide another class with deodorant to help with hygiene. Last, my students enjoyed the muffins on Muffin Day too! They were excited that they got their own muffins to eat for breakfast. It is the small gifts that make my job easier to help support my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768623171468,"projectUrl":"project/restock-classroom-care-bin/10022990/","projectTitle":"Restock Classroom Care Bin","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Loftus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1562363_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472698263734","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1562363"},{"teacherId":9799752,"projectId":10056359,"letterContent":"On behalf of Paul W. Carleton, I want to extend a huge thank you for your generous donation of waterproof winter gloves. Your support has made an immediate impact on our students. Thanks to your kindness, our students were able to stay warm, cozy, and dry during outdoor recess, allowing them to focus on playing and learning rather than the cold. It is wonderful to see them so prepared for winter weather. We so appreciate your contribution greatly. \r\n\r\nWe appreciate your commitment to our school community!","fullyFundedDate":1769381463783,"projectUrl":"project/warm-hands-warm-hearts/10056359/","projectTitle":"Warm Hands, Warm Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lovell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9799752_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y349&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728650313634","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9799752"},{"teacherId":3791530,"projectId":9865766,"letterContent":"The nurse was very excited with all of the new items for the young men in our school who may need a change of clothes for whatever reason. After seeing the new donations you have so graciously given, other teachers have done the same and have given more clothes to our student clothes closet. I am so thankful to have stepped out of my normal class-size donation and reached out to our school community. \r\n Lastly, your contribution will be used by many children and may even last for a few school years. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1769035907045,"projectUrl":"project/uniform-help/9865766/","projectTitle":"Uniform Help","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3791530_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691694876533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3791530"},{"teacherId":1562363,"projectId":9948250,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to this project. It is donors like you that my students had the opportunity to experience Chinese New Year and Reading Across America week! My students were thrilled to celebrate Chinese New Year! They loved getting their red envelopes and fortune cookies! Also, students had the chance to take home chop sticks with ramen soup to show their family members. Last week, my students got to enjoy a gift and a snack with each Dr. Seuss book. My students loved listening to the book and eating their snack. They enjoyed the Lorax with their truffle seed cereal snack! Thank you again for giving this gift to my students.","fullyFundedDate":1765998733433,"projectUrl":"project/cultural-celebrations/9948250/","projectTitle":"Cultural Celebrations!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Loftus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1562363_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472698263734","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1562363"},{"teacherId":5538877,"projectId":9833392,"letterContent":"I am very excited to have the opportunity to thank you for your kindness. The items you provided through your donation made, and continue to make, a huge difference in my students' lives. \r\nWe had an event, No Day Like a Snowday, and students enjoyed many winter-themed activities, including treats you provided. The students also got to \"shop\" for free items for winter weather. All the students got the chance to come to our classroom, where we displayed hats, gloves, head wraps, and scarves. They really loved being able to choose items to take home. It made them so happy, and it continues to make me happy when I see them coming to and from school bundled up against the cold New Jersey weather!\r\nYour donations truly made a difference in the lives of our students. I am very thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1769453737236,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-cozy-kindness/9833392/","projectTitle":"Spreading Cozy Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Giordano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5538877_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531936656961","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5538877"},{"teacherId":5538877,"projectId":10030747,"letterContent":"Our No Day Like A Snowday event was a spectacular success, due in large part to you!! Our students participated in a day-long event that included eating the snacks you provided, arts and crafts activities, an indoor snowball fight, and the big event- \"shopping\" for free warm-weather items also provided by you! The students loved picking out their own hats, gloves, and scarves. \r\nYour kindness is overwhelming, and we are truly thankful for your donations that allowed for this event!\r\nOur fourth and fifth graders got to experience a day of fun, and more importantly, they are much warmer on these winter days while walking to and from school here in NJ!\r\nThank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1768701099684,"projectUrl":"project/warmly-dressed-for-a-cold-winter/10030747/","projectTitle":"Warmly Dressed for a Cold Winter","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Giordano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5538877_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531936656961","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5538877"},{"teacherId":4666344,"projectId":10048928,"letterContent":"\"The most impactful moment so far was our first chilly morning after the resources arrived. Instead of several students having to stay inside or shivering through recess, every single child was able to bundle up in their new gear. Seeing the pure joy on their faces as they raced outside—feeling warm, confident, and equal to their peers—was incredible. It shifted the entire energy of our morning from 'surviving the cold' to 'thriving in play.'\"\r\nThe resources from this project have been a complete game-changer for our school closet. We are now fully stocked with essential school shirts, pants, hats, and gloves, ensuring that no student has to feel uncomfortable or unprepared for the day.","fullyFundedDate":1769304466157,"projectUrl":"project/bundled-up-and-ready-to-learn/10048928/","projectTitle":"Bundled Up and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Leake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4666344_orig.jpg?crop=902,902,x0,y414&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659535754886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4666344"},{"teacherId":10414587,"projectId":10047201,"letterContent":"The \"unboxing\" moment was pure magic; my students' eyes lit up with disbelief when they realized everything was for them. When they saw the snacks, there was a collective sigh of relief, but the blankets and toys sparked a level of excitement I haven't seen all year. One student immediately hugged a blanket and asked, \"We get to keep these in our room forever?\" Seeing their faces transform from curiosity to pure joy was a powerful reminder that these resources represent more than just supplies—they represent the fact that someone cares about their comfort.\r\n\r\nCurrently, we are using these resources to master the art of \"Self-Regulation and Stamina.\" During our independent reading blocks, students now grab a snack to fuel their brains and wrap themselves in their new blankets to create a \"focus bubble.\" I recently watched a student who usually struggles to sit still for five minutes stay completely engrossed in a book for twenty minutes, simply because they felt cozy and cared for. During transition times, the toys have become a vital tool for social-emotional learning, helping students practice sharing and teamwork in a way that feels like play rather than a lesson.\r\n\r\nNow that my students' basic needs for comfort and nutrition are being met, we are shifting our focus to how we can pay that kindness forward to others. We will be using our invigorated energy and focused \"brain power\" to write letters to local community helpers. Your generosity hasn't just fueled their bodies; it has cleared the path for them to focus on high-level learning and becoming better citizens. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1769186711609,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-ell-students/10047201/","projectTitle":"Healthy ELL Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414587"},{"teacherId":7524573,"projectId":10043764,"letterContent":"I am reaching out with a full heart to thank you for your incredible generosity. Thanks to your donations, our students are heading into the winter months equipped with new coats, sweatshirts, socks, and sweatpants.\r\n\r\nFor many of our families, providing high-quality winter gear is a significant financial strain. Your kindness ensures that no student has to shiver at the bus stop or feel self-conscious in the hallways. When a child feels warm and cared for, they can focus on being a student rather than just trying to stay comfortable.\r\n\r\nSeeing the kids' faces as they picked out their new gear was a powerful reminder of how supportive our community is. You didn't just provide clothing; you provided dignity and warmth.","fullyFundedDate":1768951725132,"projectUrl":"project/warm-hearts-warm-bodies-winter-essenti/10043764/","projectTitle":"Warm Hearts, Warm Bodies: Winter Essentials for 4th Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Senni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7524573_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700598282918","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7524573"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82122","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":319,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":76,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":36,"percentWhite":15,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":46,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"4 - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":49.8,"schoolId":82122,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Paul W Carleton Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Paul W Carleton Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/penns-grove-carneys-point-regional-school-district/paul-w-carleton-elementary-school/82122"}