{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Washington Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9291267,"projectId":10711584,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, my students are better prepared for the cold New Jersey winter! The winter supplies will help us stay warm and cozy during the colder months, reminding students that they are cared for and supported both inside and outside the classroom. My students were excited to see the new materials and loved knowing that people in their community wanted to help make their winter a little brighter.\r\n\r\nAs we move through the school year, we will continue building a classroom community where every student feels safe, comfortable, and ready to learn. These resources will help us create warm, happy moments together while we continue focusing on learning, growing, and supporting one another. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where students feel valued, cared for, and ready to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1791047697019,"projectUrl":"project/getting-ready-for-a-new-jersey-winter/10711584/","projectTitle":"Getting Ready for a New Jersey Winter!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Briana Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9291267_orig.jpg?crop=3468,3468,x0,y578&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723230432315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9291267"},{"teacherId":9291267,"projectId":10472650,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Snack Time project! These snacks will make a meaningful difference in our third-grade classroom by helping ensure that students have something to eat when they feel hungry during the school day. My students are excited to have a variety of tasty treats to enjoy, and they especially love knowing that snack time is something they can look forward to. As a teacher, I know that hungry students can have a difficult time concentrating, participating, and staying focused on their learning. Having these snacks available will help my students feel cared for and ready to learn. Moving forward, we will continue building our classroom community, strengthening our reading and math skills, and working together to reach our academic goals. Your generosity reminds my students that people in their community care about their well-being and success. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where students feel supported, valued, and ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1787178046142,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time/10472650/","projectTitle":"Snack Time","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Briana Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9291267_orig.jpg?crop=3468,3468,x0,y578&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723230432315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9291267"},{"teacherId":9313100,"projectId":10402105,"letterContent":"First I'd like to once again thank you for your generous donation to our class. I don't think you understand fully how positively you have impacted our classroom and learning. As I explained, I was switched to teach 3rd and 4th grade math bilingual after teaching first grade bilingual for almost 20 years. Coming into a bare classroom was not an easy task but with your donations, I was able to provide my students with a bright and academically rich environment. They were so happy to see something added to our walls every day! \r\n\r\nThank you once again!","fullyFundedDate":1785180119057,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-classroom-that-shines/10402105/","projectTitle":"Creating a Classroom That Shines","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9313100_orig.jpg?crop=810,810,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696805988890","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9313100"},{"teacherId":9291267,"projectId":10337883,"letterContent":"The soccer resources have brought so much excitement, energy, and joy to our students this school year! My students are using the soccer equipment during physical education, recess, and structured team activities. They are learning how to work together, communicate, take turns, and encourage one another while staying active.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new soccer materials, they were immediately excited to play. Some students could not wait to get started, while others were eager to learn new skills and practice with their classmates. \r\n\r\nAs we continue through the 2026–2027 school year, our next step is to build on these experiences through organized soccer games and cooperative activities. We will continue using the equipment to promote teamwork, sportsmanship, confidence, and healthy movement. These resources are giving my students opportunities to have fun, build friendships, and feel a sense of belonging while learning important skills both on and off the field.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make these experiences possible for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1781576040315,"projectUrl":"project/soccer-fun-2026-2027-school-year/10337883/","projectTitle":"Soccer Fun 2026-2027 School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Briana Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9291267_orig.jpg?crop=3468,3468,x0,y578&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723230432315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9291267"},{"teacherId":10421873,"projectId":10068829,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your unwavering dedication to supporting teachers and students across the country. Your incredible platform connects educators with a community of donors who make our classroom dreams a reality. Your foundation's hard work helps to grant access, for our students, to vital resources that enrich their daily learning experience. Your seamless process makes it possible for teachers to get funding directly where it matters most—right into the hands of our children. \r\nThank you for championing public education, empowering teachers, and investing in the future of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1772550528112,"projectUrl":"project/warm-hearts-focused-minds-winter-esse/10068829/","projectTitle":"Warm Hearts, Focused Minds: Winter Essentials for Future Mathematicians","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bronowich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10421873"},{"teacherId":9730231,"projectId":10077150,"letterContent":"Because of this project, my students and I have been able to use the new resources during our daily reading and writing lessons to make learning more interactive and engaging. One specific moment that stood out was when we used the materials during a reading comprehension activity—students worked in small groups to analyze a story, support their answers with evidence, and discuss their thinking. It was exciting to see students who are usually quiet become more confident and willing to share their ideas.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their reactions were full of excitement and curiosity. Many of them immediately wanted to explore everything, and they asked questions about how we would use each item. It created a strong sense of motivation and ownership over their learning right from the beginning.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue using these resources to deepen understanding during our current reading unit. Students will be working on identifying character traits and explaining how characters change throughout a story using evidence from the text. They will also complete a small group project where they create presentations to share their understanding. These resources are helping my students stay more engaged, collaborate more effectively, and take greater pride in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1776453289840,"projectUrl":"project/bright-walls-bright-minds/10077150/","projectTitle":"Bright Walls, Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9730231_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750114167644","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9730231"},{"teacherId":9730231,"projectId":9949141,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful impact on my students by increasing their engagement, confidence, and love of learning. With these resources, students were able to participate in more hands-on, interactive activities that supported different learning styles and helped make lessons more accessible and exciting.\r\n\r\nMany of my students showed noticeable growth in their understanding and skills. They were more eager to participate, collaborate with classmates, and take ownership of their learning. Students who were previously hesitant became more confident in sharing their ideas and completing tasks independently.","fullyFundedDate":1769192007326,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-learn/9949141/","projectTitle":"Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9730231_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750114167644","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9730231"},{"teacherId":9291267,"projectId":10113700,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous contributions, our classroom has been buzzing with creativity and excitement! The students have been using the new resources in multiple ways that directly enhance their learning and engagement. For example, the LCD Writing Tablets have allowed every student to practice writing and drawing simultaneously, making small group lessons more interactive and fun. During a recent spelling activity, students eagerly wrote their words on the tablets and shared them with the class, cheering each other on—many of our students were so proud to see their work displayed digitally without wasting paper!\r\n\r\nThe rainbow suncatchers became the centerpiece of a science-and-art project. Students learned about light, color mixing, and reflection as they painted their suncatchers and hung them in the windows. The joy on their faces when sunlight passed through their creations was unforgettable—they were fascinated to see the colors shine across the classroom.\r\n\r\nOur sweet treats and fun supplies, like Easter candy, themed pencils, and mini erasers, have been wonderful motivators for learning and classroom engagement. Students were thrilled to receive their small rewards, which reinforced their hard work during lessons, reading activities, and art projects. Simple things like holding a candy or choosing a pencil sparked smiles, pride, and excitement for learning.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donations goes beyond just the materials themselves—they've helped foster creativity, motivation, and collaboration. Next, our students are looking forward to integrating these tools into upcoming lessons on creative writing and science experiments with color and light. Every resource you provided has made learning more interactive, hands-on, and memorable, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make our classroom a place where students are excited to learn, explore, and grow every day!","fullyFundedDate":1772581427178,"projectUrl":"project/spring-fun/10113700/","projectTitle":"Spring Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Briana Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9291267_orig.jpg?crop=3468,3468,x0,y578&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723230432315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9291267"},{"teacherId":9291267,"projectId":10023145,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity has made a huge difference in the lives of my students. With your help, we were able to provide cozy winter hats and gloves, fun holiday treats, engaging classroom supplies, and essential health items like hand sanitizer and tissues.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my students were so excited—they immediately wanted to try everything, share with friends, and use the supplies in our classroom projects. Seeing their smiles and enthusiasm reminded me how much even small resources can inspire learning, creativity, and connection.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, our students are more engaged, motivated, and ready to explore new lessons and projects. From hands-on activities to special celebrations, your support helps make every day in our classroom meaningful and memorable.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping us create a warm, fun, and inspiring learning environment. Your generosity truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1768684292308,"projectUrl":"project/warmth-care-and-full-hearts/10023145/","projectTitle":"Warmth, Care, and Full Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Briana Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9291267_orig.jpg?crop=3468,3468,x0,y578&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723230432315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9291267"},{"teacherId":10417885,"projectId":10057234,"letterContent":"My students and I started using the new resources as soon as they started getting delivered! The hats and gloves were immediately distributed, which was helpful since we have been having a very snowy and cold winter. The pencil sharpener has been a life-saver since the last one we had broke a few months ago and the students have been struggling. The fun erasers, pencils, and snacks will be nice rewards to hopefully incentivize the students.\r\n\r\nThe power strip will enable more than one student to charge their laptop at the same time so that we don't have anyone fall behind in their schoolwork. And lastly, the Ziploc bags will be used to portion out manipulatives for the students during math lessons, while the sharpie markers will be used during math and science projects. Thank you so much for everything!","fullyFundedDate":1772550414407,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-essentials-for-learning/10057234/","projectTitle":"Cozy Essentials for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peragine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10417885"},{"teacherId":10417885,"projectId":10058871,"letterContent":"My students and I are diving right in to the new resources! The hats and gloves were distributed, which made for some very happy and warm students during our exceptionally snowy winter. The tissues, paper towels, and cleaning supplies have come in very handy during flu and cold season.\r\n\r\nMy students have greatly appreciated all of the yummy snacks. They've come in handy when the students come to school without any food to eat and have a hard time learning on an empty stomach. Thank you so much for everything!","fullyFundedDate":1769414712687,"projectUrl":"project/hats-gloves-and-snacks-so-my-students/10058871/","projectTitle":"Hats, Gloves, and Snacks So My Students Can Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peragine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10417885"},{"teacherId":7754423,"projectId":10044698,"letterContent":"I want to say a heart felt thank you for your very generous donation for my students. This winter proved to be a difficult one that has required quite a few snow days. With your donation I was able to send each student with a bag of snacks and warm clothing so that they can enjoy playing in the snow. In addition to sending them home with snacks, I have been able to provide them with snacks and protein bars in class when they forget to bring a snack or lunch. \r\n\r\nBeing a teacher in a low income district comes with many challenges but also has amazing rewards. It was so heartwarming to see their faces light up when they got their \"to-go\" bags when we knew there was a storm coming and we would most likely have a few snow days. \r\n\r\nThere are not enough words to express my gratitude, but you have made a huge difference to the students in my class and for that we will always be thankful!","fullyFundedDate":1769046236317,"projectUrl":"project/providing-winter-essentials/10044698/","projectTitle":"Providing Winter Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ricca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7754423"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_81372","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":776,"numTeachers":55,"percentFrplEligible":82,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":96,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"14.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":73.5,"schoolId":81372,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Washington Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Washington Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/union-city-public-schools/washington-elementary-school/81372"}