{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Payne Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10227338,"projectId":9656261,"letterContent":"Having boomwhackers in my classroom has been an absolute blessing. My students were thrilled to walk into music class and see the boomwhackers up on the wall, and they have loved getting to use them. We have used the boomwhackers as percussive instruments to practice rhythm, in addition to developing an understanding of pitch. My students especially enjoy getting to play along to songs on YouTube with the boomwhackers.\r\n\r\nAs my students continue developing their foundational music skills and preparing for their winter performances, I am planning units on ukulele and basic keyboard skills to begin in the new year.\r\n\r\nThank you again for contributing to my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1757518249056,"projectUrl":"project/foundations-of-music/9656261/","projectTitle":"Foundations of Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ridder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10227338"},{"teacherId":9061694,"projectId":9265420,"letterContent":"This was my first year having a classroom pet and it was a success! Our students LOVED having our guinea pigs! They learned about what it takes to have not only 1 pet, but 2 guinea pigs! Our students got to take care of them- ranging from naming, feeding, cleaning and reading to our fluffy friends. Thank you for allowing me to provide this opportunity for our students, especially to those who have never had a pet of their own! Thank you so much for your support and for providing more moments of real life learning!","fullyFundedDate":1746479432918,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-pet/9265420/","projectTitle":"Classroom Pet!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Low","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9061694_orig.png?crop=743,743,x124,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726409098882","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/angelena-low"},{"teacherId":10097976,"projectId":9509281,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our classroom project. Thanks to your contribution, we were able to purchase lap desks and seat covers that have made a remarkable difference in the daily learning experience of Ms. Hill's PreK 3 Incredible Owls.\r\n These new materials have transformed our classroom environment in ways that are both meaningful and immediate. The lap desks have given our young learners the freedom to choose comfortable workspaces, encouraging independence and allowing them to focus more effectively. Whether they are exploring books, practicing early writing skills, or engaging in hands-on activities, our Incredible Owls are now able to work in positions that support their unique learning styles.\r\n The seat covers have also brought new energy and comfort to our space. Beyond adding bright color and warmth to our classroom, they help students feel a sense of ownership and calm. For many three-year-olds who are learning how to sit, focus, and transition between activities, these covers have provided a simple but powerful solution—helping them stay settled and ready to learn.\r\nTogether, the lap desks and seat covers have brought flexibility, joy, and a renewed sense of engagement to our classroom. These tools have had an especially strong impact on students who benefit from extra sensory support or alternative seating options. Already, we are seeing longer stretches of focused work time, stronger participation, and greater confidence in even our most hesitant learners.\r\n Your generosity has made all this possible. Thank you for investing in our students, believing in their potential, and helping us create a learning environment where every one of Ms. Hill's PreK 3 Incredible Owls can thrive. Your support is not only appreciated, it is truly felt every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1756074323416,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-started/9509281/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Started!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10097976"},{"teacherId":90408,"projectId":9682969,"letterContent":"Thank You for supporting my classroom. With your support, I had my students engaged in making air blast rollercoasters that moved the coaster with the batteries that you purchased to use our mini air compressors. Each group related force and motion along with gravitational pull. The students were focused on writing down their results and using the data to make their conclusion. \r\nThe other pic was a fun chemical mixture when you helped us get a machine that helped fill bubbles with fog. Huge hit for all ages and grade levels as well as the adults moving through it. \r\n\r\nAgain, Thank You for supporting my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1757510283721,"projectUrl":"project/updated-batteries/9682969/","projectTitle":"Updated Batteries","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Creef","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp90408_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1638992629841","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-creef"},{"teacherId":90408,"projectId":9819349,"letterContent":"Thank You for supporting my classroom. With your support, I'm able to teach concepts with hands on materials that give them real life examples. \r\nLast year when we studied the Water Cycle, we watch a video and read about the process. With the Dehumidifier you helped fund from this project, I'm able to actually pull water out of the air and spread it on absorbing puppy pads and see what clouds actually do.\r\n\r\nMy students were extremely engaged, and my post test scores were amazing. Kids got the concept and were able to apply it to the real world. \r\n\r\nAgain, Thanks for supporting my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1760814565167,"projectUrl":"project/water-vapor/9819349/","projectTitle":"Water Vapor","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Creef","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp90408_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1638992629841","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-creef"},{"teacherId":6396941,"projectId":9632204,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom by providing a sturdy rubber mat for our sensory table! This mat has become an essential part of our learning environment—helping to create a safe, clean, and organized space for our little explorers as they scoop, pour, dig, and discover.\r\n\r\nOur students love sensory play, and thanks to your kindness, they can fully engage in these meaningful hands-on experiences while we protect our floors and minimize spills and slips. Your gift helps our classroom stay safe and welcoming, and it allows our students to learn through play with confidence and joy.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support and for believing in the importance of sensory learning for young children. Thank you for making a lasting impact in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1756138223689,"projectUrl":"project/keep-our-sensory-table-clean-and-fun/9632204/","projectTitle":"Keep Our Sensory Table Clean and Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6396941_orig.jpg?crop=1633,1633,x1117,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762127336372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laurawebb"},{"teacherId":6396941,"projectId":9559950,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our classroom with color ink! Your generosity has allowed us to print vibrant learning materials, center activities, and beautiful books that bring excitement and curiosity to our Pre-K classroom.\r\n\r\nWith rich colors, our students are more engaged and eager to explore new concepts—from alphabet posters and visual schedules to storybooks and hands-on activities. Your support helps us create a joyful, inviting space where every child can learn and grow with enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our little learners and helping us bring our lessons to life in full color! We are truly grateful for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1755742653282,"projectUrl":"project/color-our-world/9559950/","projectTitle":"Color Our World","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6396941_orig.jpg?crop=1633,1633,x1117,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762127336372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laurawebb"},{"teacherId":6396941,"projectId":9559517,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our classroom with band-aids and ice packs! You may be surprised just how important this donation has been. From helping tiny hands feel comforted after real bumps and scrapes, to giving our students a fun and meaningful way to build their fine-motor skills as they \"fixed\" Humpty Dumpty, these materials have truly made a difference.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our little learners and helping us turn everyday moments into powerful educational experiences. Your generosity means so much to us!","fullyFundedDate":1754847774300,"projectUrl":"project/first-aid-fun-real-relief/9559517/","projectTitle":"First Aid Fun & Real Relief","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6396941_orig.jpg?crop=1633,1633,x1117,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762127336372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laurawebb"},{"teacherId":6396941,"projectId":9364210,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us restock our classroom! Your support provided us with organizing bins, binders, Play-Doh, Post-it notes, folders, pencils, and craft sticks—all the essentials that help our day run smoothly and keep our young learners engaged.\r\n\r\nThese materials make a huge difference in our Pre-K classroom. With organized learning spaces, fresh supplies, and exciting hands-on tools, our students are able to explore, create, and learn with joy. Your kindness helps us build a learning environment where every student feels prepared, supported, and excited to try new things.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and for believing in our little learners!","fullyFundedDate":1749323696305,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-growth-and-getting-ready-for/9364210/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Growth and Getting Ready for the Next Crew","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6396941_orig.jpg?crop=1633,1633,x1117,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762127336372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laurawebb"},{"teacherId":6396941,"projectId":9164012,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and providing us with sandpaper letters! Because of your generosity, our young learners now have a meaningful, hands-on way to explore letters, sounds, and early literacy skills. These materials open the door to sensory learning, independence, and joyful discovery—so important for growing minds.\r\n\r\nOur students are already excited to trace, feel, and practice each new letter. Your gift has turned an essential learning milestone into an engaging and memorable experience. Thank you for believing in our classroom and helping our students build strong foundations for reading and writing.","fullyFundedDate":1742933367705,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-letter-fun/9164012/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Letter Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6396941_orig.jpg?crop=1633,1633,x1117,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762127336372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laurawebb"},{"teacherId":90408,"projectId":9492039,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom and providing my students with an alternative to rewards full of sugar. Having the opportunity to build ice cream and slushies with my students is going to be epic as we are going to use organic materials that are very, very low in sugar. \r\nStudents are extremely excited to see the machines as they are set on my cabinets and are ready to be used. We have several different healthy recipes ready to go. We have not used them yet as our first major use is going to be our Valentines Day treats and our letters were due before that, however all students are eagerly awaiting!!! After Valentines Day we plan on using them monthly and using them at PTA events to get more families to attend.","fullyFundedDate":1757546085564,"projectUrl":"project/heathier-rewards/9492039/","projectTitle":"Heathier Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Creef","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp90408_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1638992629841","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-creef"},{"teacherId":90408,"projectId":9492178,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom. With your support I have been able to provide my students with up-to-date science technology. When kids play with science, they are better able to grasp harder concepts. As you see in the pics, students are playing with the heat transfer boards and love creating ideas of how and why it works. They are coming up with challenging ideas about science and how it plays in their everyday lives. These are items that your helped get into the hands of kids and make learning fun and meaningful. \r\n\r\nAgain, thanks for supporting my classroom and believing in me as a teacher.","fullyFundedDate":1757867351602,"projectUrl":"project/ultra-stimulation/9492178/","projectTitle":"Ultra Stimulation","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Creef","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp90408_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1638992629841","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-creef"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_24133","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":376,"numTeachers":29,"percentFrplEligible":33,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":51,"percentWhite":34,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":7,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.7,"schoolId":24133,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Payne Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Payne Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/district-of-columbia/dc-public-schools/payne-elementary-school/24133"}