{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wickersham Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5551126,"projectId":9587708,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the books and Legos that added to our units on knights and trout. The students were excited to learn about medieval times and work together to build the Lego castle. \r\n\r\nThe trout books have been helpful. They built background knowledge and soon we will have baby trout eggs in our school. This spring we will go and release the trout.\r\n\r\nThe materials you supplied through your donations were a great help in assisting the students in a furthering their understanding of these topics. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1757683133210,"projectUrl":"project/trout-and-knight-units/9587708/","projectTitle":"Trout and Knight Units","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tadlock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5551126_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532105597144","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5551126"},{"teacherId":9550748,"projectId":9905244,"letterContent":"Thank you so incredibly much for gifting this long term experience to my students. When they learned they were getting a fish tank, they were beyond ecstatic. This current group, especially, has a special connection to fish as, in third grade, they got to experience raising and releasing trout! While our tank is set to arrive next week...the other items have been rolling in and the kids get more and more excited with every new item that arrives.\r\n\r\nReceiving a fish tank in our 4th grade urban classroom will have powerful and positive impact on my students. The aquarium will become a daily source of curiosity and excitement, sparking meaningful conversations about science, responsibility, and living things (as well as a way for students to help calm them down and connect to SEL). Students are eager to observe the fish, ask thoughtful questions, and make real-world connections to our lessons on ecosystems, habitats, and life cycles. They are also super excited to get to choose names once the fish are in their new home!\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, the fish tank will help create a calming and welcoming classroom environment. Caring for the fish will encourage teamwork, empathy, and responsibility as students take pride in helping with classroom routines. For many of my students, this will be a new and memorable experience that fosters a sense of ownership, community, and joy in their learning space.","fullyFundedDate":1765980916245,"projectUrl":"project/fin-tastic-learning-bringing-an-aquariu/9905244/","projectTitle":"Fin-tastic Learning: Bringing an Aquarium to Our Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Aronson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9550748_orig.jpg?crop=499,499,x119,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716294804590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9550748"},{"teacherId":9550748,"projectId":9903927,"letterContent":"Receiving new chapter books and Lego sets has had an incredible impact on my 4th grade urban students. The new books have sparked a renewed excitement for reading, motivating students to explore new genres, strengthen their reading stamina, and build confidence as independent readers. Many students who were once hesitant to pick up a book are now eagerly sharing recommendations and asking for more time to read. We have even started a classroom reading challenge of reading 100 books as a class and they are ALL IN on it! One student even said, \"This challenge is so easy with how many awesome books we have to read now.\"\r\n\r\nThe Lego sets have transformed our classroom into a space for collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving. As students work together to build and design, they practice communication, perseverance, and critical thinking skills in a hands-on way. They also get individual time rewards to them where they can focus on problem solving and different STEM abilities. Together, these resources have helped create a joyful, engaging learning environment where students feel inspired, supported, and excited to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1765980917051,"projectUrl":"project/bricks-books-creating-a-classroom-tha/9903927/","projectTitle":"Bricks & Books: Creating a Classroom That Inspires","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Aronson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9550748_orig.jpg?crop=499,499,x119,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716294804590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9550748"},{"teacherId":9550748,"projectId":9891206,"letterContent":"All I can say is WOW! When the box arrived for this set...my students were so excited to open it! The initial reaction was so fun to see! Thank you so much for your generous support in bringing a large Lord of the Rings Lego set to my classroom. Your kindness has already sparked excitement, curiosity, and big smiles among my students. For many of them, this is a hands-on experience they may not have had access to otherwise, and it has made our classroom feel even more special and inspiring.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are developing teamwork, problem-solving, and perseverance as they work together to build, create, and imagine. This Lego set is more than a toy—it's a powerful learning tool that encourages collaboration and creativity while making school a joyful place. We are incredibly grateful for your support and belief in our students. Since getting the box, we are already through 2 bags and so excited to get through the entire set as a team!","fullyFundedDate":1765980917493,"projectUrl":"project/the-fellowship-of-the-brick-inspiring-u/9891206/","projectTitle":"The Fellowship of the Brick: Inspiring Urban Builders Through Stem","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Aronson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9550748_orig.jpg?crop=499,499,x119,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716294804590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9550748"},{"teacherId":8177311,"projectId":9904598,"letterContent":"New books change lives! AND YOUR GIFT IS DOING THAT! These new books provide more books for students with disabilities at their level! Giving these books also encourages them to fall into reading as these books specifically will connect with their level and push them. Graphic novels also make reading easier for students with learning disabilities and become great on-ramps to helping students become obsessed with reading.\r\n\r\nThe storage bins also will help us organize desks and the library. \r\n\r\nMy students are excited about books like Grandad's Camper and Moomin - cartoons are an excellent on ramp for students to read more! Thank you so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1765969887057,"projectUrl":"project/jumpstart-reading-for-special-needs-stud/9904598/","projectTitle":"Jumpstart Reading for Special Needs Students for the 2026 Semester","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pfaff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8177311_orig.png?crop=270,270,x287,y143&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669135250823","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pfaff"},{"teacherId":8177311,"projectId":9965918,"letterContent":"Your gift has arrived just in time for January 2026. Our baby trout arrive as eggs from the State Game Department next week (January 13th) and we will raise them for the rest of the school year. The supplies you provided for our aquarium, for reading associated with our trout program, and art and science supplies for parallel trout learning are going to make a splash in my classroom. The gift of empowering STEM education will radically empower our learning this spring. Thank you for investing in this trout program and for connecting us to a bigger community. We look forward to raising these trout in our elementary school classroom to improve our streams, rivers and watershed.","fullyFundedDate":1766412180066,"projectUrl":"project/help-raise-150-trout-in-an-urban-specia/9965918/","projectTitle":"Help Raise 150+ Trout in an Urban Special Education Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pfaff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8177311_orig.png?crop=270,270,x287,y143&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669135250823","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pfaff"},{"teacherId":8177311,"projectId":9903771,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation of books to our classroom in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. My students were thrilled to see such an exciting variety of new reading choices - they were probably most excited about the new Pokémon books! The Pokémon Classics books quickly caught their attention and sparked lots of eager conversations. As a teacher, I'm grateful for the graphic novels you provided too as these will draw in students' attention over time. Specifically, the Cat's Cradle and PAWS graphic novels will be excellent during independent reading time. \r\n\r\nThese books support different reading levels and interests, which helps every student feel included. Your donation will help build a stronger love of reading in our classroom. We truly appreciate the thought and care that went into selecting these titles. Thank you again for supporting our students and their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1765980909844,"projectUrl":"project/transform-a-special-education-library-/9903771/","projectTitle":"Transform a Special Education Library & Empower Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pfaff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8177311_orig.png?crop=270,270,x287,y143&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669135250823","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pfaff"},{"teacherId":4377955,"projectId":9619324,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous donation! My students have greatly benefitted from the new equipment your donation has provided. They were beyond excited when they saw the new equipment and really enjoyed exploring with it. \r\n\r\nYour donation has provided many of our autistic support students with new exploratory equipment to utilize. They have thoroughly enjoyed stacking the giant cups, but they especially enjoy knocking them down!\r\n\r\nThe sensory toys have really given me insight as to different things the students enjoy as well. These wonderful students were really in need of some new and exciting equipment, and we have you to thank for fulfilling that need!\r\n\r\nThank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1763475376966,"projectUrl":"project/inclusive-movement-matters-building-an/9619324/","projectTitle":"Inclusive Movement Matters: Building an Adapted PE Toolbox","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kinard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4377955_orig.jpg?crop=412,412,x0,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729607313859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jkinard"},{"teacherId":9838285,"projectId":9804248,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the thoughtful prizes you have provided to our students. These small tokens of appreciation mean so much to them, serving not only as a reward for their hard work in attending school daily but also as a reminder that their efforts do not go unnoticed. It's inspiring to see their smiles light up when they receive these prizes, reinforcing the importance of commitment and perseverance.\r\n\r\nYour support holds deeper significance, especially considering the challenges that some adults face in fulfilling similar responsibilities. By recognizing the students' dedication, you're fostering a sense of pride and accomplishment that motivates them to continue striving for success. Thank you for making such a positive impact in their lives and for encouraging them to embrace their education with enthusiasm. Your kindness truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1763475366189,"projectUrl":"project/reward-showing-up/9804248/","projectTitle":"Reward Showing Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Griffith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9838285_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760110450196","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wicksocialworker"},{"teacherId":6811243,"projectId":9687896,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your impactful donation to our speech therapy room. Because of your donation, we now have another beautiful flexible seating option that also doubles as storage! Our toys for play-based therapy are easily accessible and help to support student-led instruction. We have used the bench for story time, as a reset space, and simply as a calming area.\r\nAlmost everyday we have students come into our therapy room and lie on the bench with the pillows as a \"soft landing\" to their day. It has been a facilitator for connection and conversation, and has really been such a great addition to the room. It feels crazy that a piece of furniture can foster connection, but that is really what it feels like!\r\nDuring this season of thanks, I am so appreciative of your generous donations to making our classroom feel more like a home.","fullyFundedDate":1758837352931,"projectUrl":"project/a-rocking-reading-corner/9687896/","projectTitle":"A Rocking Reading Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6811243_orig.png?crop=524,524,x0,y150&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629399950704","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hspangler"},{"teacherId":8177311,"projectId":9710705,"letterContent":"Math, science and LEGOs are all loved in my special education classroom. We run a Trout in the Classroom project to increase connections to science and STEM learning. We also use legos to improve STEM thinking and connections to engineering; your gift of LEGOS will really help my students engage in STEM thinking as they build during earned incentive days. Your gift will be a great asset in my classroom to improve STEM thinking. But perhaps most important was your gift of electronic flash cards. Every week my math groups use these to memorize and engage with fact fluency. Students with learning disabilities in math need this support and the flash card systems encourage deep learning and fluency memorization skills.\r\n\r\nThanks for investing in the STEM learning of my class!","fullyFundedDate":1763475370835,"projectUrl":"project/empower-special-needs-students-to-become/9710705/","projectTitle":"Empower Special Needs Students to Become STEM Leaders This Fall!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Pfaff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8177311_orig.png?crop=270,270,x287,y143&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669135250823","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pfaff"},{"teacherId":9550748,"projectId":9652810,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our classroom with a wonderful collection of new read-aloud picture books. Even though my students are in 4th grade, they still absolutely love being read to, and these books instantly bring excitement and curiosity into our room. Your generosity allows us to explore engaging stories, vivid illustrations, and meaningful themes that capture their attention and make learning feel joyful. Every day this week, we have already begun reading one of them a day and connecting it to the learning we are doing in our classroom!\r\n\r\nThese picture books will also help my students grow as readers. Listening to rich language, expressive fluency, and new vocabulary strengthens their comprehension and boosts their confidence. Because picture books are accessible to all learners, every student—whether they struggle with reading or excel—can fully participate and feel successful. Your support gives them the chance to experience stories in a way that meets them exactly where they are.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your gift helps build our classroom community. Shared stories bring out laughter, empathy, important conversations, and connections that my students truly need. Many of them have limited access to books outside of school, so having these high-quality read-alouds shows them that stories belong to them, too. Thank you for giving my students the joy, comfort, and inspiration that come from experiencing great books together. Your kindness makes a real difference.","fullyFundedDate":1763475372063,"projectUrl":"project/big-stories-in-small-books-inspiring-re/9652810/","projectTitle":"Big Stories in Small Books: Inspiring Readers Through Picture Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Aronson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9550748_orig.jpg?crop=499,499,x119,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716294804590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9550748"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90080","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":402,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":8,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":10,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":58,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":66.0,"schoolId":90080,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Wickersham Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Wickersham Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/school-district-of-lancaster/wickersham-elementary-school/90080"}