{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Rhawnhurst Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1409507,"projectId":9538759,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the gift of our new horseshoe table! It has quickly become the heart of our classroom. My students are naturally drawn to it, and it has become a favorite spot for flexible seating where they feel comfortable and focused.\r\n\r\nThis table is so much more than a piece of furniture; it's where we learn, grow, and collaborate. Because of your generosity, I can now sit right in the middle of the action during small group instruction. Whether we are diving into a new book or practicing specific skills, being close to my students allows me to hear every word as they grow as readers and writers. My students love the collaborative feel of the table, and it has made one-on-one and small group time the highlight of our day.\r\n\r\nWatching my students huddle together to solve problems and share ideas has been incredible. It provides the perfect layout for me to support their individual needs while fostering a sense of community. Thank you for investing in our literacy and our growth—we are putting this table to great use every single day! It's a dedicated space for sharing ideas and working together, and we are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1764817739961,"projectUrl":"project/gather-learn-and-grow-a-horseshoe-tab/9538759/","projectTitle":"Gather, Learn, and Grow: A Horseshoe Table for Small-Group Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fischer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1409507_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1451866984506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kmfischer"},{"teacherId":1409507,"projectId":9829399,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! The positive behavior incentives you provided have made a world of difference in our first-grade classroom. It is amazing to see how much a small token of recognition can motivate a six-year-old to go above and beyond.\r\n\r\nMy students have been making wonderful choices and showing genuine kindness to one another every single day. The new options in our treasure chest—especially the squishies, slime, and sticky hands—have been a massive hit. The students have even started using the containers as \"homes\" for their new desk pets!\r\n\r\nThe highlight of our day, however, is the \"Lucky Duck\" tradition. Here is how your gift is being used:\r\n\r\nRecognition: Each day, a student who has worked hard and shown kindness is chosen as our Lucky Duck.\r\n\r\nDesk Pets: They get to pick a special lucky duck to sit on their desk as a badge of honor.\r\n\r\nCommunity: At the end of every day, the entire class cheers for the winner. It has been so moving to see them genuinely excited for one another.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped create an environment where kindness is celebrated and students look forward to being their best selves. Thank you for making our classroom such a positive place to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1764632397547,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-that-make-smart-choices-shine/9829399/","projectTitle":"Rewards That Make Smart Choices Shine!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fischer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1409507_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1451866984506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kmfischer"},{"teacherId":1409507,"projectId":9229450,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your incredible generosity. Because of your support, our classroom library is now home to some of my students' absolute favorite \"people\"—Mercy Watson, Mother Bruce, and Dory Fantasmagory.\r\n\r\nThe atmosphere in our room after lunch has completely shifted. As soon as I pick up a Mercy Watson or Dory Fantasmagory chapter book, the room fills with anticipation. We spend our \"read-aloud\" time laughing uncontrollably at the antics of these characters. Whether it's Mercy's obsession with hot buttered toast or Dory's wild imagination, these stories have done something truly profound: they have helped my students fall in love with reading for pure enjoyment.\r\n\r\nThe Power to Choose series has been a game-changer for our social-emotional learning. My students are fascinated by the fact that they get to decide the events in the story. More importantly, they are seeing themselves in these pages. They are learning that they have the power to: Flip the Script: Turn a \"bad day\" into a valuable learning experience. Shift Mindsets: Choose a positive path when faced with a challenge. Take Ownership: Understand how their daily choices shape their world.\r\n\r\nYou didn't just buy books; you provided the tools for my students to become lifelong readers and empowered decision-makers. Watching them rush to the bookshelf to find their favorite characters is a joy I wish you could see in person.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and for showing my students that their education and their happiness matter to the community.","fullyFundedDate":1754520971014,"projectUrl":"project/reading-helps-your-mind-bloom/9229450/","projectTitle":"Reading Helps Your Mind Bloom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fischer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1409507_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1451866984506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kmfischer"},{"teacherId":3167077,"projectId":9864705,"letterContent":"This gift of warmth was able to help all 31 of my students stay warm this freezing winter season! I saw so many students without the basic warm weather supplies we take for granted, and I am so thankful to your very generous donation. Each child picked a hat, gloves, and scarf they could take home and keep. The hats, gloves and scarves were given out on a very cold day and the kids were so excited! I heard kids say, \" I want to play outside\", \"I will be warm\", \"this is so soft!\" They were so excited, proud and best of all safe and secure. All of the families expressed gratitude and were thankful.\r\nI had an opportunity to support a few kids that were identified in my school with the extra that were needed to support my class. I was able to share the extras with 14 students teachers identified as needing supplies. This made a difference to so many students.\r\nI want to make sure you know you made a true difference in the lives of students at my school.\r\nThank you for your generosity!\r\nMs. Gowland","fullyFundedDate":1763507366629,"projectUrl":"project/winter-warmth/9864705/","projectTitle":"Winter Warmth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gowland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3167077_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1459600881648","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3167077"},{"teacherId":1409507,"projectId":9492354,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our rainbow pencil carpet project. My students absolutely love the flexible seating it provides. We use the rug every single day—it's where we begin each morning together during our morning meeting, creating a warm and welcoming gathering space for all 31 of my first graders.\r\n\r\nThe rug has quickly become one of their favorite places in our classroom. They especially enjoy partner reading on it, and it's wonderful to see how comfortable and engaged they are when learning in this space. Your donation has truly helped create a brighter, more inviting classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful difference for my students and for helping us build a classroom community they are excited to be part of each day.","fullyFundedDate":1753551873629,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-rug-to-bring-our-first-grade-comm/9492354/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Rug to Bring Our First Grade Community Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fischer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1409507_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1451866984506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kmfischer"},{"teacherId":1409507,"projectId":9492315,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom project. Because of your support, my first graders receive Scholastic News, and it has quickly become one of their favorite parts of our school week.\r\n\r\nMy students have absolutely loved exploring each issue. They were especially excited about the editions that celebrated our veterans and firefighters, taught them about the power of yet, and encouraged them to reflect on gratitude.\r\n\r\nYour contribution puts engaging, meaningful reading materials directly into my students' hands. The colorful photos and relatable images help them see themselves in what they read, and the strong focus on social-emotional learning makes every issue both powerful and accessible.\r\n\r\nMy students also adore the Brain Breaks, videos, and games that go along with each magazine. These resources keep them excited, curious, and motivated to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this experience possible for our class. Your generosity truly makes a difference in their learning and in their love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1754329489220,"projectUrl":"project/today-a-reader-tomorrow-a-leader/9492315/","projectTitle":"Today a Reader, Tomorrow a Leader!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fischer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1409507_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1451866984506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kmfischer"},{"teacherId":1409507,"projectId":8803799,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! The crayons, stickers, and dry erase sleeves have brought so much excitement and joy to our small group centers.\r\n\r\nMy first graders love working together during centers, and your support made these experiences even more special. The Mr. Sketch crayons were a huge hit — students couldn't get enough of the fun scents, and the vibrant colors made their artwork truly pop. Their pride in displaying their creations in our classroom and hallway was heartwarming to see!\r\n\r\nThe scented stickers were a fun and motivating reward that my students looked forward to earning on their star charts. The dry erase sleeves have become a daily staple in our classroom — allowing students to practice skills again and again, while helping us reduce paper use. It's made our center work more sustainable and efficient.\r\n\r\nThank you for thinking of our classroom and supporting our learning in such a meaningful way. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on my students.","fullyFundedDate":1734451534334,"projectUrl":"project/in-our-first-grade-era/8803799/","projectTitle":"In Our First Grade Era","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fischer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1409507_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1451866984506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kmfischer"},{"teacherId":1409507,"projectId":8473597,"letterContent":"They were absolutely captivated by the high-interest topics — from fascinating animals and weather patterns to science experiments, habitats, American symbols, and cultural traditions from around the globe. Every issue sparked new questions, lively discussions, and deep curiosity.\r\n\r\nBeyond the engaging articles, my students especially enjoyed the interactive skill games and comprehension activities. These helped strengthen their reading and critical thinking skills in a fun and meaningful way. It's been amazing to watch them grow into confident readers and thoughtful learners.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this enriching experience possible. Your generosity truly made a lasting impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1724369102273,"projectUrl":"project/today-a-reader-tomorrow-a-leader/8473597/","projectTitle":"Today a Reader, Tomorrow a Leader!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fischer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1409507_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1451866984506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kmfischer"},{"teacherId":1465685,"projectId":9243722,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express our gratitude for your generous support of our classroom. Your contribution is instrumental in fostering a community of learners.\r\n\r\nThrough your donation, we have implemented a range of initiatives that make a tangible difference in the lives of everyone at our school. Your support has allowed us \r\n\r\nEncourage Student Engagement: Fun activities and projects that empower students to become active contributors to a compassionate culture.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only helped us meet our immediate goals but has also inspired a sense of community and shared purpose. \r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your commitment to our mission. Your belief in the power of kindness and your willingness to invest in our student's future have made a significant difference. \r\n\r\nThank you once again for your invaluable support. We look forward to sharing the continued success throughout the school year!","fullyFundedDate":1744249998798,"projectUrl":"project/extra-extra-we-want-to-read-all-about/9243722/","projectTitle":"Extra! Extra! We Want to Read All About It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Franklin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1465685_orig.jpg?crop=725,725,x927,y907&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603206044933","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1465685"},{"teacherId":1465685,"projectId":9243746,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful and humbled by your support of my classroom. I am so excited for this year. The materials from this project will help in so many ways. Many of these supplies will go to hands on centers so my students are engaged in different ways to help the make these crucial connections to reading and writing. And once they learn what to do, I will be able to work with others in small group to provide extra support. So thank you from the bottom of my heart! You made a difference now and for years to come as I continue to teach and pass these materials on!","fullyFundedDate":1746786993105,"projectUrl":"project/miscellaneous-must-haves/9243746/","projectTitle":"Miscellaneous Must-Haves!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Franklin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1465685_orig.jpg?crop=725,725,x927,y907&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603206044933","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1465685"},{"teacherId":1465685,"projectId":9043480,"letterContent":"Your generosity provides students with easy access to materials and encourages independent thinking and expressing themselves using different types of media. Your assistance means so much to me, but even more to my class. \r\n\r\nWe appreciate your efforts and your donations. It is truly heartwarming to be part of a community that comes together in such a supportive way. Thank you for chipping in to help our class. You have made a real difference in the lives of the children I teach. \r\n\r\n\r\nThank you from all of us.","fullyFundedDate":1742906145248,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-expressions/9043480/","projectTitle":"Colorful Expressions!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Franklin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1465685_orig.jpg?crop=725,725,x927,y907&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603206044933","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1465685"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90945","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":621,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":28,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":23,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":67.8,"schoolId":90945,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Rhawnhurst Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Rhawnhurst Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/philadelphia-city-school-district/rhawnhurst-elementary-school/90945"}