{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Westwood Elementary Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":27.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5107648,"projectId":9383149,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Donors Choose project and providing our 6th-grade classroom with *Time for Kids* magazines. Our school is in a low-income community, and resources like these are truly meaningful to our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students now have access to engaging, age-appropriate nonfiction texts that help them strengthen their reading skills, build background knowledge, and stay informed about the world around them. They are excited to dive into each issue, discuss current events, and explore topics they've never learned about before.\r\n\r\nYour support does more than supply materials—it inspires curiosity, encourages learning, and shows our students that people believe in them. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a real difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755298108030,"projectUrl":"project/bring-the-world-to-our-classroom-with-ti/9383149/","projectTitle":"Bring the World to Our Classroom with Time for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5107648_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676728403247","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5107648"},{"teacherId":5107648,"projectId":9193157,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose! Your generous gift of prizes and incentives will help us create a positive, encouraging environment where students are motivated to make good choices and strive for success.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students will not only celebrate their accomplishments but also learn the importance of hard work, responsibility, and positive behavior. These rewards are more than just prizes—they are reminders to my students that their efforts matter and that there are people like you who believe in them.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support and for investing in our classroom community. You've made a real difference!","fullyFundedDate":1746787030234,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-positive-behavior-rewards-fo/9193157/","projectTitle":"Empowering Positive Behavior: Rewards for Student Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5107648_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676728403247","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5107648"},{"teacherId":7123678,"projectId":9068482,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our classroom economy store. \r\nThis year has been so rewarding regarding our store- I have allowed students the opportunity to also be Bankers and Cashiers and seeing their personalities shine has made my year. \r\n\r\nThe items this round have been so loved- many of the girls adore the edge brushes and lip glosses. The boys are loving the combs and sports keychains. \r\n\r\nThank you again for brining light into my classroom I hope to keep this going for years to come. \r\n\r\nThank you,","fullyFundedDate":1740691854559,"projectUrl":"project/building-community-through-classroom-job/9068482/","projectTitle":"Building Community Through Classroom Jobs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cirilo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7123678_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689020748792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7123678"},{"teacherId":7677121,"projectId":8801517,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the games for our classroom! The students and I are enjoying them so much. The purpose of the games is to give students time to build positive relationships with one another and to practice appropriate social skills. When I walk around the room and observe them having fun and see them interacting with each other is pure joy! This is from all students, including those who are quiet in class and/or have issues relating well with peers. The memories that are being made are priceless! Thank you for all of the donations!","fullyFundedDate":1731528091927,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-positive-classroom-community/8801517/","projectTitle":"Building a Positive Classroom Community!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7677121_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664133129277","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7677121"},{"teacherId":8665737,"projectId":8980691,"letterContent":"My students and I can't thank you enough for your generous donations. You have made more of an impact than you know! People like you make it possible to bring the fun and rewards for good behavior back into the classroom. \r\n Because of your donations, I was able to purchase the supplies needed to implement a reward system based on PBIS. I purchased reward certificates, snack rewards, student cards to keep track of progress, and even a basketball hoop for my classroom. The students were happy when they found out they could earn snacks by making good choices and many of them were excited about the basketball hoop. Students can earn playing time during certain times of the school day and that has been a great motivator!\r\n Thank you so much for your generosity! We really appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1733154112712,"projectUrl":"project/implementing-the-pbis-reward-system-to-m/8980691/","projectTitle":"Implementing the PBIS Reward System to Motivate Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. St.Marie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8665737_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723060362732","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8665737"},{"teacherId":8615802,"projectId":8774939,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donation to my classroom. The incentives are a great help in motivating my students to do their best. It has helped in classroom behaviors and has ensured that students get rewarded for doing the right thing. \r\n\r\nI have used the donations for students that have gone above and beyond on projects. I have used the donations for students that have done classroom jobs. Students that go above and beyond to care for others and for students that need a pick up after a bad class. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1728933785857,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-incentives/8774939/","projectTitle":"Classroom Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8615802"},{"teacherId":7762294,"projectId":8296225,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations towards the classroom refresh! These items not only helped us kickstart our year, but have kept us going! All of the basic classroom supplies like the glue sticks and colored pencils have been useful for projects and in class assignments. My students have really been able to show off their artistic abilities this year! \r\n\r\nThe other supplies like the tissues and hand sanitizer have been particularly useful this cold and flu season!\r\n\r\nIt's donors like you that keep my classroom running smoothly. My students and I greatly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1722474783382,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-refresh/8296225/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials Refresh!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wise","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7762294_orig.png?crop=270,270,x369,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711984738019","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/z-wise"},{"teacherId":7123678,"projectId":8950740,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your incredibly thoughtful and generous donation of classroom supplies. Your support has made a significant difference in the learning environment that I am able to provide for my students, and I cannot thank you enough.\r\n\r\nAs an educator, one of my primary goals is to create a classroom where students feel inspired, supported, and excited about learning. Having the right tools and resources is essential for achieving that. Thanks to your donation, I now have access to materials that will enrich my students' learning experience, and I am already seeing the positive impact in the classroom. The supplies you contributed are being put to immediate use, and I can already tell that my students are benefiting from them. From art materials that allow students to express their creativity, to organizational tools that keep our classroom running smoothly, each item you provided is helping to build a more engaging, organized, and effective learning space.\r\n\r\nWhat's even more special is that your generosity goes beyond the tangible items you've given. It also sends a powerful message to my students about the importance of community and the value of giving. Your donation has helped instill a sense of pride in the classroom, as the students see firsthand that there are people who care about their education and their success. They are inspired by your kindness and are motivated to work harder, knowing that their education is important and that others are rooting for their success.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, one of the greatest rewards is seeing my students thrive and grow. Your contribution has helped make that possible by providing resources that support both academic and personal development. Whether it's through enhancing our reading materials, providing hands-on tools for STEM activities, or giving students a space to be creative, your generosity is making a lasting impact. I have already witnessed increased engagement and enthusiasm in the classroom, and I am confident that your donation will continue to foster an environment where my students can flourish.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, I want to sincerely thank you for your generosity and for believing in the power of education. Your support not only enhances our learning environment but also shows my students that they are worthy of the very best. I truly appreciate the time, effort, and resources you've dedicated to helping make our classroom a better place.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your kindness and generosity. Your donation is making a world of difference, and we are so incredibly grateful for it.","fullyFundedDate":1733271435451,"projectUrl":"project/second-semester-classroom-essentials/8950740/","projectTitle":"Second Semester Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cirilo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7123678_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689020748792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7123678"},{"teacherId":7677121,"projectId":8737760,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations! My students are enjoying the dry erase boards to work out math problems. It is much more fun than using their books or paper/pencil. They also save many trees due to being reusable. Some specific times they are used are when we play math review games. We just finished multiplying decimals and loved using them during our \"Survivor\" game! The desk dividers are a hit as well. They ask to use them all throughout the day. They enjoy the privacy when doing their work. The dividers are also awesome to have in testing situations. My students and I were so excited in opening our packages.","fullyFundedDate":1726664378622,"projectUrl":"project/awesome-mathematicians-at-work/8737760/","projectTitle":"Awesome Mathematicians At Work!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7677121_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664133129277","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7677121"},{"teacherId":5107648,"projectId":8702345,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your support has made an incredible difference for my students and me.\r\n\r\nWith your help, we've been able to add new things to our classroom. These materials have transformed our learning environment, making lessons more interactive, enjoyable, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on my students' faces when they are able to use new supplies was priceless. Because of your kindness, they now have access to resources that spark their curiosity, foster creativity, and help them grow both academically and personally.\r\n\r\nYour generosity reminds us of the kindness and commitment of people like you who believe in the power of education. Thank you for being a part of our journey and for supporting a brighter future for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1726592311487,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-success-motivating-students-w/8702345/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Success: Motivating Students with Reward Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5107648_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676728403247","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5107648"},{"teacherId":7762294,"projectId":8264236,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project! It has taken a while to get everything in place, but we are almost there! Unfortunately the weather here in Ohio has been too frigid for me to put out our bird feeder but we have found other ways to use some of the materials that you funded. \r\n\r\nTo help prepare for warmer weather and seeing our feathered friends, my students have been creating homemade pinecone bird feeders to put around our campus. The students have really been enjoying this and have been very involved in the process. \r\n\r\nThis project has really inspired students to take an interest in the outdoors and has inspired me to incorporate that concept into my every day lessons. We have daily discussions about native bird species and even birds found around the world. We have talked about what makes birds special, how they get their names, what they eat, and where they are found. It is my hope that they will take this knowledge with them and continue to be curious about the nature that they see around them. When we are finally able to hang our bird feeder, it is my hope that we can share photos and even some video footage of what we see! \r\n\r\nAs always, your contributions are greatly appreciated and have had such a large impact on my classroom and my students.","fullyFundedDate":1710467838265,"projectUrl":"project/connecting-with-nature/8264236/","projectTitle":"Connecting With Nature","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wise","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7762294_orig.png?crop=270,270,x369,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711984738019","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/z-wise"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_84848","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":920,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":77,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":21,"percentWhite":37,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":19,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"35.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":72.4,"schoolId":84848,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Westwood Elementary Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Westwood Elementary Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/ohio/elyria-city-school-district/westwood-middle-school/84848"}