{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Thurgood Marshall Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":54.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10483099,"projectId":10208027,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to our generous DonorsChoose supporters for providing refillable lunch boxes for our school community! Your kindness is helping us ensure that students have access to snacks and meals throughout the day while also teaching the importance of caring for reusable resources. These lunch boxes allow us to pack food for students who may need extra support, helping them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. Your donation is making a lasting impact by promoting both nourishment and confidence, and we are so grateful for your support in helping our students feel cared for and prepared each day.","fullyFundedDate":1776822442466,"projectUrl":"project/staying-fueled/10208027/","projectTitle":"Staying Fueled","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hakim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10483099"},{"teacherId":3105020,"projectId":10119910,"letterContent":"The impact of DonorsChoose supporters funding our \"Warm Hearts\" project is truly meaningful, as these blankets allow us to create thoughtful care kits that support our students and families in times of need. Each blanket provides warmth, comfort, and a sense of security, showing our school community that they are cared for and not alone. By including these in our care kits, we are able to meet both physical and emotional needs, helping students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. Your generosity helps us spread kindness and compassion throughout our community in a real and lasting way. Thank you, DonorsChoose supporters, for helping us wrap our students and families in warmth and care.","fullyFundedDate":1773849607774,"projectUrl":"project/warm-hearts/10119910/","projectTitle":"Warm Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Price","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3105020_orig.jpg?crop=1152,1152,x0,y199&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729018291392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3105020"},{"teacherId":3105020,"projectId":10172171,"letterContent":"Receiving these lunchboxes from DonorsChoose supporters will have a powerful impact on our students by ensuring they have access to snacks and food throughout the day, helping them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. Many of our students come to school hungry or need an extra boost, and these refillable lunchboxes allow us to provide consistent support with care and dignity. They also give our school community an opportunity to come together, as staff and students help fill them with nutritious items for those in need. Because of your generosity, our students won't have to worry about hunger and can instead concentrate on learning and growing. Thank you, DonorsChoose supporters, for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1776453103112,"projectUrl":"project/packing-kindness/10172171/","projectTitle":"Packing Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Price","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3105020_orig.jpg?crop=1152,1152,x0,y199&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729018291392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3105020"},{"teacherId":795419,"projectId":10162874,"letterContent":"Receiving these blankets for our \"Wrapped in Compassion\" project will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students by providing comfort, warmth, and a sense of security when they need it most. Many of our children rely on our care closet for essential items, and adding soft, cozy blankets alongside other supports helps meet both their physical and emotional needs. These blankets will be used during times of distress, for students who may be experiencing hardship, or simply to help them feel safe and cared for throughout the school day. Because of your generosity, our students will feel seen, supported, and valued in a tangible way. Thank you, DonorsChoose supporters, for helping us wrap our students in compassion and care.","fullyFundedDate":1774494378335,"projectUrl":"project/wrapped-in-compassion/10162874/","projectTitle":"Wrapped in Compassion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Towns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp795419_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1484602991718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/795419"},{"teacherId":10370832,"projectId":9942005,"letterContent":"Thank you for supplying and helping the Zen Den! We've been starting some of our garden projects before school ends! It's been a pleasure teaching first graders what hydroponics is and how to have a sustainable garden! We had a lot of fun planting watermelons, melons, and sunflowers! It's been so cool to see the growth in the hydroponic garden! \r\nThe next steps are to build and grow a garden for the entire school! This way we can give families some fruits and veggies throughout the year! We're hoping to have a big, sustainable garden for our school community! Thank you for your support and help! \r\nMs. Oree and the Zen Den scholars!","fullyFundedDate":1769177030064,"projectUrl":"project/the-stem-zen-den/9942005/","projectTitle":"The STEM Zen Den","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oree","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10370832"},{"teacherId":9336433,"projectId":9942537,"letterContent":"My students and I have been using the new STEM resources to explore force and motion through a hands-on ramp-building project. Students worked in small groups to design and build ramps using the materials, then tested how different heights and surfaces affected speed and distance. One of my favorite classroom moments was watching students adjust their designs after testing, realizing why their ramp wasn't working, and trying again with excitement and confidence. This project allowed students to think like engineers while connecting their learning to real-world STEM careers. When students first saw the materials, they were immediately excited and curious. They were eager to get started, asking questions and sharing ideas about what they could build, which created a high level of engagement right from the beginning.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, the next steps for my students include improving their ramp designs and explaining their thinking using academic vocabulary related to force and motion. They will also begin documenting their learning by writing about their design process and results. As we continue this lesson, students will explore how engineers solve problems and make improvements over time. These experiences will help build a strong foundation for future STEM learning while supporting our school's goal of becoming STEM certified.","fullyFundedDate":1769177028644,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-tomorrows-innovators-today/9942537/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Tomorrow’s Innovators Today","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Means","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9336433"},{"teacherId":795419,"projectId":10162759,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project, \"Packing with a Purpose.\" Because of your generosity, our elementary students now have access to refillable lunchboxes that ensure they are nourished and ready to learn each day. Beyond meeting a basic need, these lunchboxes have created a meaningful opportunity for our students to give back by helping pack and share food with others in our school community. This project has fostered empathy, responsibility, and a sense of service, while also removing the barrier of hunger for many of our children. Your kindness is making a lasting impact—helping students feel cared for, valued, and empowered to care for others.","fullyFundedDate":1774525484482,"projectUrl":"project/pack-with-purpose/10162759/","projectTitle":"Pack With Purpose","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Towns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp795419_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1484602991718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/795419"},{"teacherId":9808292,"projectId":9934650,"letterContent":"Receiving iPads through DonorsChoose has made a meaningful impact on my students' learning experiences. These devices have opened the door to interactive, personalized instruction that meets students where they are academically. With access to educational apps, digital books, and creative tools, students are more engaged and motivated to participate in lessons. The iPads also support differentiated learning, allowing students to work at their own pace while building confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the iPads have strengthened collaboration and communication. Students can work together on projects, share ideas, and receive immediate feedback from both peers and teachers. For many of my students, this is their first consistent access to technology, helping to bridge the digital divide and better prepare them for future academic and career opportunities. Overall, this donation has not only enhanced learning but has empowered my students to think creatively, stay curious, and take ownership of their education.","fullyFundedDate":1769177048420,"projectUrl":"project/ipads-for-inclusive-forensic-science-lea/9934650/","projectTitle":"iPads for Inclusive Forensic Science Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9808292_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747156076925","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9808292"},{"teacherId":10368933,"projectId":9941152,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and me at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School in Clayton County, I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation. Your contribution of snacks, a microwave, and a refrigerator has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. We were able to work on a project called \" Our \r\nCommunity Matters\" and this demonstrated to them how we work together for a common goal. \r\nBecause of your kindness, my students now have access to healthy snacks and cold juices throughout the day, which helps them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. The microwave and refrigerator have truly transformed how we are able to support their daily needs in a comfortable and nurturing environment.\r\nYour generosity goes beyond providing supplies—it shows our students that their community cares about their well-being and success. For many of them, these resources make a significant impact on their school experience. They were so excited to see all the snacks, and look forward to them daily.\r\nWe are beyond grateful and truly thankful for your support and commitment to our students. Thank you for investing in their health, happiness, and future.","fullyFundedDate":1769177031507,"projectUrl":"project/brain-boost-bites/9941152/","projectTitle":"Brain-Boost Bites","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10368933"},{"teacherId":4481491,"projectId":9941902,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support in funding this STEM project. Because of you, my Kindergarten, 1st grade, and 3rd grade students will have hands-on opportunities to explore engineering, circuits, motion, and invention in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is helping to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence in my students as they learn to think like scientists and engineers. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in our classroom and in our students' future.\r\n\r\nIt truly means so much to my students and me to know that a company like Panda believes in their potential and is willing to invest in their education. Your support shows our students that their learning matters and that people care about their success.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our learners and helping make STEM come alive for them!","fullyFundedDate":1769177047017,"projectUrl":"project/from-motion-to-circuits-empowering-stem/9941902/","projectTitle":"From Motion to Circuits: Empowering STEM Explorers in Grades K–5","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4481491_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523223125117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4481491"},{"teacherId":9931142,"projectId":9940587,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and genuine. You could hear it in their voices and see it in their faces; they were eager to explore, touch, and begin creating right away. For many of them, this was not just \"new supplies,\" but an opportunity to learn differently. Instead of simply talking about concepts, they were able to engage with them. The materials sparked curiosity, encouraged collaboration, and made learning feel meaningful and fun. It was one of those moments as an educator where you know something special is about to happen in the \"Learning Lab\".\r\n\r\nAs our school continues its journey toward becoming STEM Certified, these materials are allowing us to shift from traditional instruction to more hands-on, student-centered learning experiences. The next steps for my students involve applying the Engineering Design Process to real-world challenges, where they will plan, build, test, and improve their ideas. These supplies give them the opportunity to make authentic connections between what they are learning and how it applies outside of the classroom.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will engage in projects that require critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration; skills that are essential not just for academic success, but for their future. This donation is helping to lay the foundation for a classroom environment where students are not just learning about STEM, but actively experiencing it.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your generosity and investment in my students. Because of you, the \"Learning Lab\" is becoming a space where students feel inspired, empowered, and excited to learn. Your support is not just providing materials; it is opening doors for creativity, innovation, and real-world learning experiences that my students will carry with them far beyond this classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for helping bring our vision of a dream STEM classroom to life. Your impact is seen, felt, and deeply appreciated every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1769177031380,"projectUrl":"project/designing-my-dream-stem-labclassroom/9940587/","projectTitle":"Designing My Dream STEM Lab/Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9931142_orig.png?crop=393,393,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774902278864","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9931142"},{"teacherId":3105020,"projectId":9708069,"letterContent":"Dear Generous Donors,\r\n\r\nI would like to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our \"Food for Thought\" project. Your kindness and commitment to education have made a meaningful and lasting impact on our students.\r\n\r\nThurgood Marshall Elementary is a Title I school located in Morrow, Georgia, serving a community with a low socio-economic demographic. Many of our scholars face challenges that extend beyond the classroom, including limited access to consistent and nutritious snacks that support their ability to focus and learn throughout the school day. Your support helped bridge that gap.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our scholars were provided with nourishing snacks that fueled both their bodies and minds. The \"Food for Thought\" project ensured that students who might otherwise struggle with hunger were able to remain attentive, engaged, and ready to learn. We observed noticeable improvements in student focus, participation, and overall classroom behavior, especially during critical instructional periods later in the day.\r\n\r\nBeyond the academic benefits, your support also had a powerful social and emotional impact. Scholars felt cared for, valued, and supported knowing that people they may never meet believed in their success. For many students, receiving a snack was not just about food—it was about dignity, comfort, and the reassurance that their needs matter.\r\n\r\nThis project also supported our efforts to create an equitable learning environment where all students, regardless of economic background, have the opportunity to thrive. By removing the barrier of hunger, you helped our scholars maximize their learning potential and participate more confidently in daily classroom activities.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has truly made a difference in the lives of our scholars at Thurgood Marshall Elementary. The success of the \"Food for Thought\" project is a testament to what can happen when compassionate donors invest in the well-being and education of children. We are incredibly grateful for your partnership and support in nurturing both the academic growth and overall wellness of our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our scholars and helping us nourish their minds, bodies, and futures.","fullyFundedDate":1769177035693,"projectUrl":"project/food-for-thought/9708069/","projectTitle":"Food for Thought","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Price","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3105020_orig.jpg?crop=1152,1152,x0,y199&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729018291392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3105020"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_74916","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":801,"numTeachers":57,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":8,"percentBlack":70,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":16,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":45.5,"schoolId":74916,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Thurgood Marshall Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Thurgood Marshall Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/clayton-county-public-schools/thurgood-marshall-elementary-school/74916"}