{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Gate Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2560287,"projectId":10126308,"letterContent":"I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the craft and classroom supplies that have been provided to our school. These materials have a meaningful impact on our students' learning experiences and help create engaging opportunities for creativity, collaboration, and academic growth.\r\n\r\nThe clay that was donated will allow students to explore their imaginations and bring their ideas to life through hands-on creation. Working with clay encourages creativity, problem-solving, fine motor skill development, and self-expression. Students are excited to design, build, and create projects that reflect their unique ideas and perspectives.\r\n\r\nThe scissors are an essential classroom tool that students use regularly for a variety of projects and activities. They help students develop fine motor skills, independence, and confidence while participating in creative and academic tasks.\r\n\r\nThe composition notebooks will be especially valuable as we prepare for the upcoming school year. Many of our students come from economically struggling families and often face challenges obtaining school supplies. These notebooks will help ensure that all students have the materials they need to be successful, regardless of their financial circumstances. They will be used for writing, journaling, note-taking, and other academic activities throughout the year.\r\n\r\nFinally, the glue, shaving cream, and activator will be used to create slime as part of a fun end-of-year activity. This hands-on experience gives students an opportunity to celebrate their hard work and accomplishments while engaging in a creative and memorable STEM-related activity. Activities like these help build classroom community and create positive school memories for our students.\r\n\r\nThe generosity of donors and community partners makes a tremendous difference in the lives of our students. These supplies not only support academic learning but also foster creativity, confidence, and joy in the classroom. Thank you for helping us provide meaningful educational experiences and for investing in the success of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1777993309876,"projectUrl":"project/creative-hands-creative-minds-learning/10126308/","projectTitle":"Creative Hands, Creative Minds: Learning Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parnis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2560287_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1554728090343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2560287"},{"teacherId":10045173,"projectId":9383120,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity and support. My students and I were thrilled to receive the classroom resources. Students were excited and eager to use everything during our lessons and activities. These resources have helped create a more engaging and hands-on learning environment where students can actively participate, collaborate, and build confidence in their skills. One memorable moment was using the paint supplies to create beautiful crafts throughtout the year. Watching students work together enthusiastically while using the materials during morning play and small group instruction, sharing ideas and encouraging one another as they learned has been a blessing all year. \r\nThese resources continue to make a positive impact on our classroom each day. we continue to using these materials each and every day to support engagement , strengthen academic skills, and encourage creativity and critical thinking. Your kindness and support have truly helped provide opportunities that will benefit my students ,and we are incredibly grateful for your investment in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1750357150211,"projectUrl":"project/a-classroom-filled-with-joy/9383120/","projectTitle":"A Classroom Filled with Joy!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thomas Asson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10045173_orig.jpg?crop=530,530,x0,y10&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748455148592","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10045173"},{"teacherId":2773665,"projectId":9726714,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our Care Cart has already transformed the way students enter our classroom each day. Having access to clean clothes, hygiene items, and snacks has helped students feel more confident, calm, and ready to learn. Several students have quietly shared how much it means to have deodorant, a toothbrush, or hair care items available when they need them. These simple supplies have removed real barriers that once affected their focus and self‑esteem. As a teacher, I've been able to create a more inclusive, supportive space where every child feels seen and cared for. The DonorsChoose Community made this possible, and your generosity has had an immediate and meaningful impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1764693496253,"projectUrl":"project/care-cart/9726714/","projectTitle":"Care Cart","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2773665_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1491586648800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-zunno"},{"teacherId":2773665,"projectId":9927462,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, my students now have the essential supplies they need to learn with confidence each day. They were thrilled when the pencils, erasers, colorful paper, and dry‑erase tools arrived, and those materials have already made our lessons smoother and more engaging. Students are writing more, sharing their thinking proudly, and caring for our classroom space with renewed ownership. Your generosity strengthened our learning community. The new supplies have also encouraged students to collaborate more during group work. Their excitement has carried into every subject area. Even simple routines feel more purposeful with these materials in hand. We are deeply grateful for the joy and momentum your donation has created.","fullyFundedDate":1764691568263,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics/9927462/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2773665_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1491586648800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-zunno"},{"teacherId":2560287,"projectId":9760529,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our donors who made it possible for our kindergarten-second grade classrooms to receive new whiteboards, markers, and erasers. \r\n\r\nThese materials are used every single day for instruction, practice, and student engagement, and they truly make a difference in our learning environment. Our whiteboards often become worn with constant use, and markers dry out quickly, so having fresh, high-quality supplies is essential. \r\n\r\nThis support has provided our younger students with reliable tools they need to actively participate, problem-solve, and show their thinking with confidence. Thank you for investing in our students and helping create classrooms where learning can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1769178288947,"projectUrl":"project/clear-boards-bright-minds-enhancing-st/9760529/","projectTitle":"Clear Boards, Bright Minds: Enhancing Student Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parnis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2560287_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1554728090343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2560287"},{"teacherId":2560287,"projectId":9760992,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our donors who made it possible for our third–fifth grade classrooms to receive new whiteboards, markers, and erasers. These materials are used every single day for instruction, practice, and student engagement, and they truly make a difference in our learning environment. Our whiteboards often become worn with constant use, and markers dry out quickly, so having fresh, high-quality supplies is essential. This support has provided our older students with reliable tools they need to actively participate, problem-solve, and show their thinking with confidence. Thank you for investing in our students and helping create classrooms where learning can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1763595674926,"projectUrl":"project/clear-boards-bright-minds-enhancing-st/9760992/","projectTitle":"Clear Boards, Bright Minds: Enhancing Student Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parnis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2560287_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1554728090343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2560287"},{"teacherId":2773665,"projectId":9464273,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my gifted learners are now designing and printing their own puzzles with our new 3D printer. Students explore geometry, logic, and engineering by creating pieces that fit with precision, testing prototypes, and refining designs. The colorful filament excites them, while vacuum bags preserve materials for future projects. One English learner has found confidence leading design discussions, and a twice-exceptional student thrives on problem-solving through iteration. Your support has turned imagination into innovation, empowering students to be creators, not just solvers.","fullyFundedDate":1756999552008,"projectUrl":"project/print-me-a-puzzle/9464273/","projectTitle":"Print Me A Puzzle","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2773665_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1491586648800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-zunno"},{"teacherId":8583002,"projectId":9417603,"letterContent":"Since the beginning of the school year, I've been working hard to get to know my students while managing their behavior and supporting their learning. About 90% of my students are below grade level, so our main focus has been building oral and speaking language skills to strengthen their literacy foundation. I'm also collaborating in small groups with other specialists to help students grow in reading and writing. \r\n\r\nI have rearranged the classroom a few times to find the best setup for learning, and after observing, the principal preferred that students sit in rows for now. This structure helps maintain focus and order until they are ready to work collaboratively in small groups or participate in a classroom circle. Many students still need to develop stronger social and communication skills to engage in academic discussions appropriately, so we are continuing to work toward that goal.\r\n\r\nThank you for your continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1754235305761,"projectUrl":"project/move-your-mind-lift-your-mood/9417603/","projectTitle":"Move Your Mind, Lift Your Mood","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8583002_orig.jpg?crop=1418,1418,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719100063730","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8583002"},{"teacherId":8583002,"projectId":9403532,"letterContent":"I'm so sorry it took me a little while to write back — this school year has started out very busy! We have a new principal and a lot of staff turnover, so things have felt a bit overwhelming as we all adjust. Our school is Title I, and we serve many students who are working hard to reach grade level; in fact, only eight of our seventy-seven fifth graders are currently reading at grade level.\r\n\r\nThe technology and tools you've helped us get are making a real difference in our classroom environment. I used the sticker maker to label many items around the room, and the students really appreciate being able to see and read the words clearly. The fidget spinners have also been helpful for calming and focus. Some of the items we haven't had the chance to use yet—like the skin-tone markers—but we're planning to use them around the holidays when we have a bit more time for creative projects.\r\n\r\nI also started using the calming strips, but my students found them a little too fun and peeled them off the desks! I'm thinking of creative ways to make them more durable so students can still use them for focus and relaxation. Thank you so much for your generosity—it truly helps make our classroom a more supportive, engaging place for learning. The PowerPoint pointer and slide changer have been a real hit—I use them every day, and it's so helpful to be able to change slides from anywhere in the room while I'm teaching.","fullyFundedDate":1750200938754,"projectUrl":"project/readers-who-feel-seen-tools-for-focus-a/9403532/","projectTitle":"Readers Who Feel Seen: Tools for Focus and Representation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8583002_orig.jpg?crop=1418,1418,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719100063730","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8583002"},{"teacherId":10043188,"projectId":9377683,"letterContent":"These decorations have truly transformed our classroom into a happy and positive environment where students feel safe, valued, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWe've already seen the impact during our morning meetings and group activities—students are more engaged, cooperative, and proud of their space. The cozy reading corner, colorful wall displays, and organized learning zones have helped foster a sense of community and ownership.\r\n\r\nNext, we're using this refreshed environment to launch a kindness and community-building project. Students will create \"kindness posters\" to hang around the room, write notes of encouragement to classmates, and practice daily affirmations. These activities build on the welcoming atmosphere and help reinforce positive social-emotional skills.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a space that inspires joy, connection, and learning every day","fullyFundedDate":1748479707958,"projectUrl":"project/grooving-into-kindergarten/9377683/","projectTitle":"Grooving into Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cleaver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10043188"},{"teacherId":2560287,"projectId":9549606,"letterContent":"We are thrilled to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our school community through your support of our recent supply project.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donations, our teachers now have access to essential materials in their workroom—items like pens, sticky notes, paper clips, markers, staplers, and tape dispensers. These seemingly simple tools have made a profound difference in their daily routines. With these resources readily available, teachers can now plan, prepare, and copy materials more efficiently, allowing them to focus more time and energy on what matters most: their students.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the notebooks, dry erase markers, and glue sticks provided for our students have transformed classroom engagement. Students now have the tools they need to participate actively in lessons, express their ideas, and complete hands-on activities with confidence. These supplies have helped foster creativity, organization, and collaboration across grade levels.\r\n\r\nThis project has supported every corner of our school—from kindergarten through fifth grade, including our ESOL and SPED classrooms. Your contribution has helped create a more organized, productive, and inspiring environment for both educators and learners.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your support. Your kindness is not only seen in the materials we now have—but felt in the smiles, the smoother lessons, and the renewed energy throughout our school.","fullyFundedDate":1757625401694,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success/9549606/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parnis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2560287_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1554728090343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2560287"},{"teacherId":10052622,"projectId":9403846,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support for my classroom. You have helped create a calm, joyful, and inclusive space where my students truly feel safe and seen.\r\nWhen the materials arrived, their excitement was contagious. Students lit up seeing all the new materials that positively impacts their learning environment. \r\n\r\nThe flexible seating and calming posters have made such a difference, especially for students who need a quiet moment to reset. The ice packs, prize box items, and sensory tools show them they are cared for in every way—not just as students, but as people.\r\n\r\nEven during recess, the new games and fine motor activities have brought laughter, teamwork, and learning all in one.\r\nThanks to you, our classroom is more than just a place to learn—it's a place where kids feel loved, valued, and excited to be every day. We couldn't have done this without you.","fullyFundedDate":1750349718800,"projectUrl":"project/the-best-year-yet-for-the-greatest-3rd-g/9403846/","projectTitle":"The Best Year Yet for the Greatest 3rd Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Snyder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10052622_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749444835025","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10052622"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_39799","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":482,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":80,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":72.3,"schoolId":39799,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about West Gate Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"West Gate Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/prince-william-county-public-schools/west-gate-elementary-school/39799"}