{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Raymond Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":64.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10049398,"projectId":9394343,"letterContent":"(especially our Anonymous Classroom Supporter),\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for making this project possible. Because of your generosity, my students are now able to listen to and explore music in ways that reach far beyond their everyday experiences.\r\n\r\nWith the new materials, my students have been introduced to positive, complex, and diverse songs that they might never have encountered in today's fast-paced world. We've journeyed through different genres, discussed lyrics, compared musical elements, and even analyzed how composers use sound to tell stories. Watching them think deeply about music—not just listen to it—has been one of the most rewarding parts of this project.\r\n\r\nThese listening sessions have quickly become one of their favorite parts of music class. I see their curiosity spark, their creativity grow, and their confidence bloom each week as they connect what they hear to their own lives and ideas.\r\n\r\nThank you again for giving my students the chance to experience music as art, expression, and inspiration. You've made our classroom not only more engaging but also more meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1752586333653,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-music-to-life-with-yoto-mini-pl/9394343/","projectTitle":"Bringing Music to Life with Yoto Mini Players","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Molero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10049398"},{"teacherId":6151352,"projectId":9475011,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our art project! Because of you, our classroom will be overflowing with creativity, color, and imagination. The new watercolor sets, high-quality paper, brushes, and art supplies will allow my preschoolers to explore paint, texture, and design in ways that nurture self-expression and confidence.\r\n\r\nThese materials will help my young learners experiment freely by mixing colors, layering brushstrokes, and discovering their own artistic voices. You've given them the tools to create, problem-solve, and see beauty in their work every day.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and belief in the power of early art education mean so much to me. Thank you for helping make our classroom a space where creativity truly comes alive!","fullyFundedDate":1754085949481,"projectUrl":"project/starting-the-year-with-color-art-materi/9475011/","projectTitle":"Starting the Year With Color: Art Materials for Joyful Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6151352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752681889690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/deserving-students"},{"teacherId":6151352,"projectId":9464752,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in funding our project! Because of you, our classroom will soon be filled with new opportunities for creativity and discovery. These materials will transform how my preschoolers explore STEM concepts through play.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps my students develop problem-solving, collaboration, and fine motor skills as they build, bend, and imagine new creations together. These materials encourage every child-including multilingual and neurodivergent learners-to express themselves and make meaningful connections through hands-on exploration.\r\n\r\nWe're so grateful for your support and belief in the magic of early learning. Thank you for helping our classroom shine!","fullyFundedDate":1758202949460,"projectUrl":"project/illuminating-learning-light-and-color-e/9464752/","projectTitle":"Illuminating Learning: Light and Color Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6151352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752681889690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/deserving-students"},{"teacherId":6151352,"projectId":9109139,"letterContent":"When our students first saw the new magnetic tubes and ramps, their eyes lit up with excitement. They immediately began experimenting—rolling the balls through different pathways, testing angles, and moving pieces around to see what would happen next. The room buzzed with laughter and \"What if...?\" questions as they discovered how gravity, motion, and force work right in front of them.\r\n\r\nThese resources have quickly become a favorite in our classroom. Students are using them to design their own marble runs, working together to solve problems when the balls don't roll the way they expect, and even narrating their thinking aloud to their peers. For many of our multilingual learners, the magnet wall has become a space where they can communicate and collaborate through action and demonstration, breaking language barriers with hands-on exploration.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful moments so far was watching a group of students adjust their ramp over and over again until they created the perfect zigzag path that carried the ball all the way to the bottom. Their cheers and high-fives showed how proud they were of their persistence and teamwork.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for donating!","fullyFundedDate":1749418285910,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-minds-stem-exploration-on-our/9109139/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Minds: STEM Exploration on Our Classroom Wall!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6151352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752681889690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/deserving-students"},{"teacherId":6151352,"projectId":9084357,"letterContent":"Thank you for bringing so much learning magic into our classroom! Because of your support, my students now have beautiful, high-quality materials that help them grow as readers, writers, and thinkers.\r\n\r\nThe new Montessori sand trays, letter sensory boards, phonics pocket charts, Elkonin boxes, and magnetic whiteboard tools have added new dimensions to our literacy work. My students are now more engaged in word mapping, letter tracing, and sound blending—building core skills they'll carry with them throughout their education. Even my most hesitant learners are excited to participate!\r\n\r\nThese tools help support the Science of Reading in a developmentally appropriate way, and they've allowed me to tailor instruction to each child's needs. You've empowered my teaching and energized my students' love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746452633200,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-pre-k-students-explore-the-magic/9084357/","projectTitle":"Help My Pre-K Students Explore the Magic of Words!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6151352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752681889690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/deserving-students"},{"teacherId":6151352,"projectId":9294562,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our classroom art supplies project! Your kindness and support mean the world to my students and me. Because of you, my young learners will have access to beautiful materials that spark creativity, inspire expression, and make our classroom feel like a magical place of discovery.\r\n\r\nThese supplies aren't just for fun—they're essential tools that help my students, including many with disabilities and emerging language skills, build fine motor strength, confidence, and joy in learning through hands-on experiences. With your help, they'll explore colors, textures, and ideas in ways that deepen their understanding and celebrate their individuality.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity. Thank you for believing in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1746822065222,"projectUrl":"project/create-cut-and-color-our-world/9294562/","projectTitle":"Create, Cut, and Color Our World!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6151352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752681889690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/deserving-students"},{"teacherId":6151352,"projectId":9293240,"letterContent":"A Heartfelt Thank You from Our Classroom!\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous support, our classroom now has a beautiful, sturdy table and chair set that has truly transformed the way my students learn, collaborate, and create every day.\r\n\r\nThe moment the table and chairs arrived, my students were amazed. Their eyes lit up, and many of them excitedly asked, \"Is this for us?\" It was clear from the start how much they felt seen and valued by this new addition to our room. For many of my Pre-K students, having their own space where they feel comfortable and included makes a huge difference—especially for those with sensory needs or physical challenges.","fullyFundedDate":1746787339645,"projectUrl":"project/beautiful-beginnings-a-sustainable-tabl/9293240/","projectTitle":"Beautiful Beginnings: A Sustainable Table Set for Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6151352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752681889690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/deserving-students"},{"teacherId":6151352,"projectId":9183787,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom! The magnetic wall you helped bring to life has already made a huge impact on our learning environment. As soon as it was installed, my students were drawn to it—literally and figuratively! Their eyes lit up with curiosity and excitement, and they immediately began exploring the new space with magnetic letters, numbers, and storytelling pieces. One student who typically has difficulty engaging during literacy centers spent nearly 20 uninterrupted minutes arranging letters to spell her name—an incredible moment of focus and pride!","fullyFundedDate":1742568352831,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-magic-for-little-learners/9183787/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Magic for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6151352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752681889690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/deserving-students"},{"teacherId":3421135,"projectId":9232903,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Books That Reflect Us: Stories from Diverse Voices. Your generous contributions have brought powerful, meaningful stories into our classroom—books that not only reflect the diverse backgrounds of my students but also introduce them to new perspectives and cultures. These texts have sparked rich conversations about identity, kindness, fairness, and empathy. Through read-alouds, guided discussions, and independent reading, students are learning to make connections between their lives and the characters they meet, which deepens both their comprehension and their confidence as readers.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is joyful, purposeful, and student-centered. Our daily routines include shared reading experiences where we pause to ask questions, make predictions, and reflect on the characters' choices. These new books have allowed us to introduce essential skills like identifying theme, analyzing character traits, and comparing points of view. More importantly, they give students a mirror to see themselves and a window into others' lives. It's a beautiful thing to hear a student say, \"That character is just like me!\" or \"I never knew that before!\"—those are the moments that show just how powerful inclusive literature can be.\r\n\r\nSome students have truly blossomed with access to these new stories. One student, who was previously reluctant to participate during reading time, now eagerly raises her hand to share her thoughts during discussions of a book that features a main character with a similar background. Another student who is learning English has gravitated toward bilingual books, which have supported both his language growth and his love for reading. These books have made reading more engaging, more personal, and more accessible to every learner in our room. Thank you for making that possible. Your generosity has left a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1744910885616,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-reflect-us-stories-from-dive/9232903/","projectTitle":"Books That Reflect Us: Stories from Diverse Voices","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3421135_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1453406521436","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3421135"},{"teacherId":5426289,"projectId":9096845,"letterContent":"Thank you SO much for the donation of snacks for my classroom! I provide snacks to the entire 4th grade as incentives for working hard and doing their very best. Many students' families cannot afford snacks or additional food, so these treats are special for them. \r\n\r\nI gave these snacks to the students for a variety of occasions. 1) at the end of a challenging diagnostic test, 2) for having a good week of being respectful and staying on task, 3) during fun Friday or other celebratory occasions. \r\n\r\nThe treats were loved by all and I really appreciate your thoughtfulness to support me financially to bring joy to my students!","fullyFundedDate":1739129072199,"projectUrl":"project/tasty-treats-for-deserving-students/9096845/","projectTitle":"Tasty Treats for Deserving Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5426289_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y339&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738631900747","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5426289"},{"teacherId":6151352,"projectId":9011947,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now features an engaging and interactive magnetic wall that has quickly become one of the most-loved spots in the room! This new resource has added a whole new dimension to how we explore letters, numbers, storytelling, and STEM concepts through hands-on, tactile learning.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite moments so far was when we introduced magnetic letters and picture tiles for building words and telling stories. Students immediately began experimenting with the wall.","fullyFundedDate":1738678292144,"projectUrl":"project/building-little-engineers/9011947/","projectTitle":"Building Little Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6151352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752681889690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/deserving-students"},{"teacherId":6151352,"projectId":9011998,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible support, our classroom is now filled with the scent and joy of freshly made playdough! 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The students helped mix the ingredients, watched the colors change, and were so proud of the finished product. \r\n\r\nMany of the children expressed their love for homemade playdough and noticed the difference from the one from the store.","fullyFundedDate":1735862213470,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-help-little-learners-find-calm/9011998/","projectTitle":"Tools to Help Little Learners Find Calm and Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6151352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752681889690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/deserving-students"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_24100","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":400,"numTeachers":49,"percentFrplEligible":53,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":44,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":51,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"8.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":35.7,"schoolId":24100,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Raymond Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Raymond Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/district-of-columbia/dc-public-schools/raymond-elementary-school/24100"}