{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Thurgood Marshall Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":54.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"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"},{"teacherId":10034038,"projectId":10096304,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our chess club has truly come to life with the addition of new checkers sets and chess timers. Students are using these resources daily to practice strategy, build critical thinking skills, and engage in friendly competition. The timers have helped students stay engaged and challenged, while the checkers sets have provided an entry point for beginners to build confidence before transitioning into chess.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate and contagious. Many of them had never used a chess timer before, and they were eager to learn how it worked and try it out. Looking ahead, we are preparing for a structured in-school tournament where students will apply their skills in a more competitive setting. We also plan to introduce advanced strategies and peer coaching, allowing more experienced players to mentor beginners. Your support has not only enhanced our club but has also created a space where students can grow intellectually, socially, and confidently.","fullyFundedDate":1772034248297,"projectUrl":"project/mastering-the-game-of-chess/10096304/","projectTitle":"Mastering the Game of Chess","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10034038"},{"teacherId":3097038,"projectId":9849570,"letterContent":"(Panda Cares) \r\nThank you for funding the project, STEM Autism Mobile Calming Corners. As one of the Specials Teachers for my school, I strongly believe it is important for all students to feel welcome into every classroom. If challenges arise, having the necessary resources are import for students to continue to participate in activities and not have to leave the learning environment. With these mobile calming corners, the students will have access to a variety of fidget/sensory items that are STEM based that will remain in their classroom for daily use or that can be brought to Specials instruction to be used as needed.","fullyFundedDate":1769177037596,"projectUrl":"project/stem-autism-mobile-calming-corners/9849570/","projectTitle":"STEM Autism Mobile Calming Corners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pollard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3097038_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594770957000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/qlbug-missp-"},{"teacherId":10034038,"projectId":9788914,"letterContent":"hanks to your generous support, our students have been able to use the new chess boards and timers to strengthen not only their critical thinking skills but also their social-emotional learning. Each week, students gather in small groups to play chess, practicing patience, self-control, and respect for their peers. One of the most powerful moments came when two students, who often struggled to get along, worked through a game together. They encouraged each other, talked through strategies, and celebrated each other's moves—something we rarely saw before.\r\n\r\nChess has become more than just a game in our school; it is now a tool for building focus, empathy, and resilience. Students are learning how to handle both winning and losing gracefully, to think ahead before making decisions, and to manage time with the timers you helped provide. These are lessons that stretch far beyond the chessboard and into everyday life.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your kindness in making this possible. You've helped us create a safe and engaging space where students can learn, grow, and develop life skills that will benefit them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1769177041555,"projectUrl":"project/chess-and-choices/9788914/","projectTitle":"Chess and Choices","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10034038"},{"teacherId":795419,"projectId":10076504,"letterContent":"Because of the generosity of our DonorsChoose supporters, my elementary students will have hats and gloves to keep them warm during the cold winter months, and that makes a tremendous difference in their daily lives. Many of my students arrive at school without proper winter gear, which can make recess uncomfortable and even distract them from learning once they return inside. With these hats and gloves, they will be able to focus on being kids—playing, laughing, and learning—without worrying about the cold. Something as simple as warm hands and ears can boost attendance, improve concentration, and remind students that they are cared for by a community that believes in them. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for investing in their comfort, health, and happiness.","fullyFundedDate":1770327046929,"projectUrl":"project/warming-bodies-and-hearts/10076504/","projectTitle":"Warming Bodies and Hearts","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":795419,"projectId":9856906,"letterContent":"Receiving a spinning chair, sensory toys, and magnetic building blocks will transform the way my students learn about compassion, inclusion, and understanding differences. These resources will be intentionally used during our \"Compassion in Action\" centers, where students rotate through guided activities that simulate and support different sensory needs. For example, during partner play, one student may use the spinning chair or sensory tools to regulate their body while their classmate practices patience, encouragement, and inclusive language—learning that everyone plays differently, and that's okay. The magnetic building blocks will be used in mixed-ability teams where students collaborate to design structures, focusing on communication, flexibility, and celebrating each person's strengths. These new resources will give my students hands-on opportunities to practice kindness, develop social-emotional skills, and truly understand what it means to include and value every classmate.","fullyFundedDate":1767150543533,"projectUrl":"project/building-compassion-lets-play-together/9856906/","projectTitle":"Building Compassion: Let's Play Together","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":10401457,"projectId":10006275,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity and support of my classroom. Because of you, my students now have flexible seating options that they truly love. They are more comfortable, more engaged, and more motivated than ever. In fact, they are eager to complete their work so they can be one of the first to enjoy the reading corner (something that has quickly become a favorite part of our day).\r\n\r\nThe classroom organizer you provided has also been such a blessing. Having a designated place for housing weekly assignments has helped us stay organized and has made transitions smoother for both my students and me.\r\n\r\nAnd the printer, oh my goodness, the printer! I absolutely adore it. With GMAS and MAP testing coming up, being able to print materials right in the classroom is going to be a complete game changer. It saves time, reduces stress, and allows me to better support my students exactly when they need it.\r\n\r\nThank you tremendously for making all of this possible. Your kindness and generosity are felt every single day in our classroom. My students thank you, and I thank you, for believing in us and investing in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1769177032465,"projectUrl":"project/a-classroom-of-our-own-that-feels-like-h/10006275/","projectTitle":"A Classroom of Our Own That Feels Like Home","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stanford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401457"},{"teacherId":3097038,"projectId":9729276,"letterContent":"Thank for you supporting our final project for The Pollard Academy! With the funding of this project, we are/were able to create a culminating project to demonstrate everything that my AMAZING girls have been able to learn over the last year and a half. Unfortunately, I will have to end my program permanently, which is disappointing bc I can no longer personally finance the program. Girls belong in STEM, however it's an ongoing challenge (negative feedback and lack of funding has been a constant). I started this club as a safe space for girls that were being bullied and felt isolated (didn't belong). I've watched them learn about STEM/STEAM principles as we engaged in engineering activities and become confident young ladies in and out the classroom. Thank you for helping to provide resources to make our last weeks together memorable.","fullyFundedDate":1763583874037,"projectUrl":"project/last-rodeo-girls-in-steam/9729276/","projectTitle":"Last Rodeo: Girls in STEAM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pollard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3097038_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594770957000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/qlbug-missp-"},{"teacherId":4487859,"projectId":9856527,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my class. We have been able to use your snacks during our math lessons, and my students have shown phenomenal success this school year the snacks allow students to fill their hunger and allow them to engage in our math activities.\r\n\r\nAs mentioned, our lunchtime is very late and it is essential for us to have snacks. These snacks have done so much not just for my students motivation but again for the academic success. We recently took middle of the year assessments, and their math scores are out of the water. Thanks for your donation for snacks and for their love for learning. \r\n\r\nThank you to everyone who has donated, especially ripple your last donation help to make our project get funded. I cannot thank you enough for assisting my students this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1762267524480,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-with-math/9856527/","projectTitle":"Snacks With Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4487859_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758386497853","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4487859"}],"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":45.2,"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"}