{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Robert Gray Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":48.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9799467,"projectId":9666676,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, the materials from this project recently helped bring our school community together for a special Math Booster Family Night featuring Gray's Grocery Game. While the project was originally designed for a Math Quiz Bee, we were able to expand its impact into a larger family math experience. The microphones allowed us to clearly guide families through the activities and announce the game rounds, while the buzzers brought excitement to math challenges where students eagerly waited for their turn to respond. The spinners were used at math stations where families practiced addition, number sense, and strategic thinking together. These hands-on tools helped transform math practice into a lively and engaging experience.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, especially the buzzers and spinners, their excitement was immediate. They couldn't wait to participate and many were thrilled to see their parents joining them in solving math problems and playing games. The math game books provided fun activities for families while they waited for their turn in the main event, keeping students actively thinking and learning. Our Cricut machine also played an important role behind the scenes by helping us create signs, labels, and game materials that made each station organized and inviting.\r\n\r\nThese resources will continue to benefit our students long after this event. We plan to use the buzzers and microphones for future math competitions and review games, while the spinners and game books will support small group math centers and additional family engagement events. The Cricut will help us create even more math learning materials and activities throughout the year. Because of your support, our students are experiencing math as something exciting, interactive, and meaningful—not just in the classroom, but with their families as well. Thank you for helping us create joyful math experiences that our students will remember and build upon for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1766834721561,"projectUrl":"project/family-math-nights-parents-students/9666676/","projectTitle":"Family Math Nights: Parents + Students = Math Champions!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Calamba","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9799467"},{"teacherId":6797456,"projectId":9536389,"letterContent":"I really appreciate the help in providing reeds to the students learning clarinet and saxophone this school year. In order to learn these instruments, reeds are needed to be able to produce a sound on these instruments. Without the reed, the instrument cannot produce any sound, and the student cannot play. \r\n\r\nUnfortunately, the reeds are also very expensive to purchase. I had been using my own money to purchase reeds for a very long time. A couple of years ago, I had decided to put in for a Donors Choose project in order to help fund these reeds. And this project helps to fund the reeds for the year, so I can save money on doing this. Thank you so much for the help.","fullyFundedDate":1764647558708,"projectUrl":"project/music-making-one-note-at-a-time/9536389/","projectTitle":"Music Making One Note at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bowman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6797456_orig.jpg?crop=500,500,x135,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633360756487","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6797456"},{"teacherId":4073185,"projectId":9319960,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us to celebrate our scholars. Over the school year we have made great progress with our academics. It is my motto to celebrate growth and meeting milestones. Prekindergarten is a milestone that I do not want to be overlooked. Not all parents choose to have their children go to prekindergarten but for those who do our program is setting the foundation for learning. The goal is kindergarten readiness so that scholars may do well in Kindergarten and beyond.\r\n\r\nTransitioning from Prekindergarten to Kindergarten is a celebration of the growth and learning expectations. They've learned letters and letter sounds. They've learned how to blend and segment syllables and onsets and rime. They count and identify numbers.\r\n\r\nThe items included in the gift bags were selected to continue to support the fine motor development needed to continue to grow and develop as they transition to Kindergarten. \r\n\r\nThank you for your support. On behalf of my students I want to express my gratitude for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1746699593251,"projectUrl":"project/pump-it-up-promotion/9319960/","projectTitle":"Pump It Up Promotion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carmichael","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4073185_orig.jpg?crop=451,451,x566,y268&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656360750807","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/micheletheteacher"},{"teacherId":4073185,"projectId":9953344,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support on this project. The students are very interested in learning about the people and places around them. Our dolls have been well loved over the years and have gone missing. These dolls were well needed in order to replenish this learning center but to also help support learning about diverse backgrounds and cultures.\r\n\r\nThese dolls support the numerous books that we read throughout the year as we highlight different heritage months. They also add to the disability dolls that we had remaining in the Center.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, I wish to express a sincere thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1765568900042,"projectUrl":"project/doll-house-doll-diversity/9953344/","projectTitle":"Doll House Doll Diversity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carmichael","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4073185_orig.jpg?crop=451,451,x566,y268&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656360750807","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/micheletheteacher"},{"teacherId":9696902,"projectId":9231741,"letterContent":"Through your generosity, our PG County ELD Worker Bees are thriving in a classroom designed for exploration, independence, and joyful learning. The new bookshelf, display organizers, and accessible storage allow students to independently choose books and materials, fostering responsibility and a growing love for reading. Many of our students are developing English skills, and having rich, diverse texts readily available supports vocabulary growth, comprehension, and meaningful language connections.\r\n\r\nThe hands-on literacy and math resources—such as alphabet games, stamps, counters, and manipulatives—bring learning to life. Students strengthen phonics, number sense, fine motor skills, and problem-solving through play-based, engaging activities that meet them right where they are. The insect and bee-themed materials connect beautifully to our classroom identity, sparking curiosity and deepening engagement across content areas.\r\n\r\nYou have helped create a space where learning is active, inclusive, and empowering. Your kindness is shaping confident learners and helping our Worker Bees soar every day.","fullyFundedDate":1746735313734,"projectUrl":"project/worker-bees/9231741/","projectTitle":"Worker Bees","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fuller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9696902_orig.jpg?crop=1389,1389,x39,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724327602483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9696902"},{"teacherId":9696902,"projectId":9587897,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has become a place where learning, comfort, and care truly meet. The *A Little SPOT of Feelings* plush toys and books have transformed our calming corner into a safe space where Worker Bees can name their emotions, practice self-regulation, and show compassion for one another. Visual and sand timers now help students manage transitions with confidence, reducing anxiety and increasing focus during learning time.\r\n\r\nThe sensory stickers, bookmarks, and bee-themed incentives bring joy and motivation to our students, reminding them that effort and growth are worth celebrating. Fine-line markers encourage creativity and expression, especially for our multilingual learners who may communicate best through art.\r\n\r\nSnacks help to ensure that hunger doesn't stand in the way of learning, helping our students stay energized and ready to soar. Classroom essentials such as tissues, disinfecting wipes, and cleaning supplies help us maintain a healthy, welcoming environment for all.\r\n\r\nFinally, organization tools, folders, and cheerful hive décor reinforce our classroom identity: a community where every Worker Bee belongs, feels supported, and is empowered to soar academically. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their success—your impact is felt every single day. 🐝✨","fullyFundedDate":1761254521284,"projectUrl":"project/ml-workerbees/9587897/","projectTitle":"ML WorkerBees","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fuller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9696902_orig.jpg?crop=1389,1389,x39,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724327602483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9696902"},{"teacherId":10053395,"projectId":9405928,"letterContent":"Yours donations has helped us provide for those students that can't get certain things we need for the season. With the tumbling supplies we are able to show the girls techniques on how to keep their feet together in tumbling. We are able to provide a bag for every girl to carry their practice wear in as well. \r\n\r\nWe are truly greatly for all of your help. Your donation to has really taken some pressure off our backs because we are very big on making sure the girls look like one team. Again we thank y'all so much for the donations.","fullyFundedDate":1750509041674,"projectUrl":"project/elementary-cheerleader-season-2025-2026/9405928/","projectTitle":"Elementary Cheerleader Season 2025-2026","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Ty (Simms) & Coach LaLa (Anderson)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10053395_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750316234643","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/robertrgraycheerleaders"},{"teacherId":798540,"projectId":9081065,"letterContent":"\"Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse\" by Kevin Henkes taught my scholars some very important social/emotional skills. They learned to be responsible, to be forgiving, and making to value others even when they may not be able to see things from another person's point of view. It helped my scholars to analyze Lilly's behavior and recognize what she did wrong and what she needed to do to correct her actions. The students also had the opportunity to self-reflect and come up with a plan of action what they would do if they were to be in Lilly's situation. \r\nIn my classroom, reading looks like every student with an individual copy of the focal text. They are engaged in reading, annotating the text on post-it notes, engaging in collaborative conversations and asking and answering questions the text.\r\nBoys and girls alike enjoyed reading Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse. Through the engagement with the text, the students were able to craft and publish their opinion writing essay.","fullyFundedDate":1745007420235,"projectUrl":"project/everyones-opinion-counts/9081065/","projectTitle":"Everyone's Opinion Counts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Canton-Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp798540_orig.png?crop=907,907,x0,y284&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663430448280","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dinah-cantonjohnson"},{"teacherId":8037878,"projectId":8665312,"letterContent":"Thanks to your contribution, our construction center is now equipped with a variety of building materials that inspire creativity and problem-solving. The students have been eagerly engaging in activities that promote fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and collaborative play. It's truly a joy to witness their enthusiasm as they construct imaginative structures and work together to bring their ideas to life.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your generosity is making a lasting impact. It is helping to shape the minds of young learners, instill a love for learning, and build a foundation for lifelong success. Your support is truly appreciated, and I am deeply thankful for your belief in the power of education.","fullyFundedDate":1724621284997,"projectUrl":"project/lets-rebuild-it/8665312/","projectTitle":"Let’s Rebuild It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8037878_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692697170608","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rocio-salgado"},{"teacherId":8037878,"projectId":9017590,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous donation of books to our Pre-K classroom. Your support has enriched our learning environment and provided my students with the joy of discovering new stories and ideas. These books are more than just reading materials; they are windows into new worlds, sparking curiosity and imagination in young minds.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your generosity and for believing in the power of books to transform lives. Your contribution is not just a gift; it is an investment in the future of our students, and for that, I am profoundly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1734990014522,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-little-readers/9017590/","projectTitle":"Books for Little Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8037878_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692697170608","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rocio-salgado"},{"teacherId":8037878,"projectId":9017768,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous donation of books to our Pre-K classroom. Your support has enriched our learning environment and provided my students with the joy of discovering new stories and ideas. These books are more than just reading materials; they are windows into new worlds, sparking curiosity and imagination in young minds.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your generosity and for believing in the power of books to transform lives. Your contribution is not just a gift; it is an investment in the future of our students, and for that, I am profoundly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1736206242874,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-little-readers-part-2/9017768/","projectTitle":"Books for Little Readers Part #2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8037878_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692697170608","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rocio-salgado"},{"teacherId":4073185,"projectId":9205770,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom. My students were very excited to see all of the packages come in. They could not believe all of the materials that came in so that they could learn about life cycles.\r\n\r\nIn Prekindergarten, most of our subjects are integrated so it was nice to have a unit that was heavily science related. It is nice that they can have hands-on experiences with watching things change and grow.\r\n\r\nOne student loves watermelon and was so excited that you all got him his watermelon seeds. Other students were excited for the flower seeds because they want to give their flowers to their mommy.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1743517251775,"projectUrl":"project/life-cycle-learning-time/9205770/","projectTitle":"Life Cycle Learning Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carmichael","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4073185_orig.jpg?crop=451,451,x566,y268&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656360750807","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/micheletheteacher"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_70841","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":384,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":85,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":47,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":45,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"12.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":51.8,"schoolId":70841,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Robert Gray Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Robert Gray Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maryland/prince-george-s-county-public-schools/robert-gray-elementary-school/70841"}