{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Washington Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4727649,"projectId":9067846,"letterContent":"I am excited to be able to store materials in the new outdoor shed that your generous support provided. I am currently waiting for our custodians to get the shed completed and put together so we can begin using it. I wanted to update you on the progress of the shed. The students are getting curious about the structure and are excited to be able to have toys outside during our gross motor time. I have used this process to work on our waiting skills and watching something be built from the ground up. Thank you for your support of early childhood education.","fullyFundedDate":1746449566449,"projectUrl":"project/a-secure-place-to-store-outside-material/9067846/","projectTitle":"A Secure Place to Store Outside Materials!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Madsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmadsenpreschool"},{"teacherId":2863686,"projectId":9629778,"letterContent":"In my fourth-grade math class, we rely on a wide range of printed materials—practice pages, math games, centers, task cards, and hands-on activities. Printing these resources uses up ink quickly, and without it, I wouldn't be able to provide the variety and support my students need.\r\nBecause of your generosity, I can continue printing engaging math activities that make learning fun. From fraction games to place-value puzzles, these materials keep my students motivated and excited to learn. Access to printed resources also allows me to differentiate instruction so every student receives exactly what they need to grow and succeed.\r\nYour support will make a direct, daily impact on my students. With fresh ink, I can create meaningful, enjoyable learning experiences that help my fourth graders see math as a subject they can truly love—and feel confident in.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping bring learning to life!","fullyFundedDate":1757548779360,"projectUrl":"project/ink-for-math-class-more-learning/9629778/","projectTitle":"Ink for Math Class = More Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Metropoulos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2863686_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525006497903","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2863686"},{"teacherId":2863686,"projectId":9526030,"letterContent":"This project will make a meaningful difference in how my students experience math. Many children enter the classroom feeling uncertain or even intimidated by math, but the right hands-on tools can completely transform that mindset. With manipulatives such as place-value blocks, time clocks, and multiplication arrays, students are able to see math in action rather than simply hearing about it.\r\nThese resources bring abstract concepts to life, allowing students to explore skills like multi-digit multiplication, equivalent fractions, and area and perimeter in a way that feels accessible, engaging, and fun. When students can physically manipulate numbers and ideas, their confidence grows—and with that confidence comes a new willingness to take risks, try new strategies, and persevere through challenges.\r\nBy supporting this project, you are helping students develop not only stronger math skills, but also essential problem-solving abilities that will serve them far beyond the classroom. Your contribution empowers my fourth graders to believe in themselves as thinkers, doers, and learners.\r\nThank you for helping make math meaningful, exciting, and achievable for all of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1755696549675,"projectUrl":"project/making-math-meaningful/9526030/","projectTitle":"Making Math Meaningful","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Metropoulos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2863686_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525006497903","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2863686"},{"teacherId":2863686,"projectId":9385526,"letterContent":"Our room is always buzzing with energy, curiosity, and hands-on learning. From math manipulatives and games to playground balls and building kits, our students rely on a variety of materials to build their academic and social skills. Until now, we've struggled to keep these tools organized, which meant that many of them went unused or wore out far too quickly.\r\nThanks to your generosity, we will now have a durable storage unit that keeps our resources organized, accessible, and protected. This storage solution will make a tremendous difference—students will be able to find and return materials independently, helping them take ownership of their learning while also saving valuable instructional time.\r\nYour support ensures that our learning tools stay in great condition and continue to inspire meaningful exploration every day. We are truly grateful for your kindness and belief in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1757509623055,"projectUrl":"project/organized-learning-a-storage-solution-f/9385526/","projectTitle":"Organized Learning: A Storage Solution for Math and Recess Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Metropoulos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2863686_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525006497903","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2863686"},{"teacherId":4727649,"projectId":9388297,"letterContent":"The paint sticks have been a great addition to our classroom. I was able to open our easel center and demonstrate how to use the paint sticks. This center has been busy since then and I have seen some amazing artwork, as well as hearing a lot of language. The paint sticks have also been used at my art center while supporting our math and ELA concepts in an age appropriate way. The students have been doing a great job of putting the caps on each paint stick after use to make sure they are ready for their friends to use. Thank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1758824363224,"projectUrl":"project/paint-sticks-and-playdough-in-preschool/9388297/","projectTitle":"Paint Sticks and Playdough In Preschool!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Madsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmadsenpreschool"},{"teacherId":9343154,"projectId":9428537,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our project. Thanks to your support, our classroom is able to run smoothly with the essential supplies. \r\n\r\nWe were especially excited about the felt tiles. These created our vocabulary word wall, and many teachers have commented on how nice they are! We also are deeply grateful for all of the different tapes and hanging materials- there is always something to fix or hang up in PreK! \r\n\r\nIt takes a lot of unglamorous supplies to keep a classroom running smoothly, and thanks to you, I do not have to dip into my personal funds to keep us afloat. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1755888768503,"projectUrl":"project/teacher-basics/9428537/","projectTitle":"Teacher Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marci","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9343154_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708636145543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343154"},{"teacherId":9343154,"projectId":9428440,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our project! Our students were so excited to have new materials to enrich their play. They loved exploring all of the new items!\r\n\r\nTheir favorite toy, by far has been the bathtub. They love giving the babies baths and pretending all sorts of ways that the babies got dirty. They also love to dress the babies up. The animal themed clothing has been a big hit and they like to be silly and mix and match they different animal outfits. Having more materials to extend their play has also given them extra outlets to process their lives and led to many important conversations about their home lives and experiences. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generous donations!","fullyFundedDate":1755719895396,"projectUrl":"project/baby-lets-pretend/9428440/","projectTitle":"Baby, Let's Pretend!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marci","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9343154_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708636145543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343154"},{"teacherId":5627851,"projectId":9505144,"letterContent":"Your continued support for our classroom means so much to me. With these Teachers Pay Teachers resources I was able to fund many new activities and visuals for my classroom.\r\n\r\nIn my classroom, I have children who are nonverbal, English language learners, and other students who benefit from the use of picture symbols. I have found many social stories and other visual supports to help my students communicate their wants and needs to the staff and their peers. Along with visuals to support communication, I was also able to purchase signs for my centers, behavior charts, and bulletin board sets. These purchases have been invaluable to my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1754436077901,"projectUrl":"project/teachers-pay-teachers-resources-for-prek/9505144/","projectTitle":"Teachers Pay Teachers Resources for PreK!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vincze","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5627851_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596652778423","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5627851"},{"teacherId":5627851,"projectId":9028143,"letterContent":"Your generous donation allowed my students to go home with materials to help keep them engaged during their summer vacation! I wanted to celebrate the end of a successful year with something for each of the students in my class to take home that would be exciting to receive and also keep their skills they have learned in preschool.\r\n\r\nEach child received play dough, play dough tools, and chalk. These items will help continue to build their fine motor skills. Along with the play dough, I added laminated mats that had each of their names on them, so the students were able to practice rolling out the dough to spell their name. Also in the beach pail is a notebook along with crayons. With these materials, they can practice printing their names and drawings throughout vacation. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generous donation. All of these materials were put to good use while we were out of school!","fullyFundedDate":1744222972615,"projectUrl":"project/summer-send-off/9028143/","projectTitle":"Summer Send Off!!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vincze","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5627851_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596652778423","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5627851"},{"teacherId":8418068,"projectId":9623734,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my project to fund a tower fan for my classroom. A tower fan assisted in provided some comfort in an often hot classroom upon the start and end of school year due to a building that is over a hundred years old and without air conditioning. \r\nSomething a simple as a tower fan can make a large impact on behavior. We spend a great deal of our day in school and want it be a welcoming and pleasant place. Thanks to people who care, and care about education Your generosity is greatly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1755854501033,"projectUrl":"project/help-cool-down-our-warm-classroom/9623734/","projectTitle":"Help cool down our warm classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8418068_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675569235726","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8418068"},{"teacherId":8930421,"projectId":9421650,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity! My students were over the moon when the new materials arrived. The sensory rocker remains an instant favorite! The room was full of happy giggles and big smiles! The LED bubble aquarium has become a calming spot that helps students feel safe and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the new sensory tools and building toys during both structured lessons and calm-down breaks. The students are learning to take turns, share materials, and request what they want using their communication systems. It's been amazing to see their confidence and communication skills grow every day.\r\n\r\nThese resources have truly transformed our classroom. Thank you for helping create a space where my students can thrive, explore, and feel proud of themselves.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1759528369727,"projectUrl":"project/wiggles-worries-and-wellness/9421650/","projectTitle":"Wiggles, Worries, and Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8930421_orig.png?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746532095853","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/destinyrodriguez"},{"teacherId":8930421,"projectId":9406156,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! The kids were so excited when the boxes arrived, and they couldn't wait to open them and explore everything inside. \r\n\r\nWe've been using the snacks and supplies every day during our life skills routines. The students love practicing how to request items, clean up, and organize their materials. The healthy snacks keep them focused and energized, and the compostable items have been a great way to teach responsibility and caring for our environment.\r\n\r\nYour support truly makes a difference! Now, our classroom feels even more positive and full of learning. Thank you for helping my students grow their independence and confidence each day!","fullyFundedDate":1759528674498,"projectUrl":"project/snack-adl-support-for-diverse-students/9406156/","projectTitle":"Snack & ADL Support for Diverse Students with Disabilies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8930421_orig.png?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746532095853","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/destinyrodriguez"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_60906","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":430,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":17,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":64,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":65.4,"schoolId":60906,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Washington Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Washington Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/springfield-public-school-district/washington-elementary-school/60906"}