{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Willard Model Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":39.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9217469,"projectId":9660134,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, my library now has a daily tool to help students choose the right behavior and a weekly snack to help keep my young scholars going after school. When the first classes came into the library and saw the new line numbers, they immediately used them as stepping stones to navigate their way in. They also learned a new vocabulary word, \"caboose,\" from the line numbers, and they are learning to be more respectful of personal space by using the numbers to place themselves correctly without pushing.\r\nThe snacks have been a big hit every week for my Battle of the Books students who stay after school for an additional hour. The snacks help boost their energy and, I've noticed, help them to settle down to read and munch. In fact they enjoy the snacks so much, I have to remind them that if they were to eat them all now, we wouldn't have snacks for our next meeting.\r\nI use both these gifts daily or weekly, and they have both improved my students' library experience. I appreciate you and your support--thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1756967689049,"projectUrl":"project/feet-snacks/9660134/","projectTitle":"Feet Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217469_orig.jpg?crop=1068,1068,x84,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762703096068","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9217469"},{"teacherId":2419541,"projectId":9891138,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your donation to our project. These healthy snacks have transformed my 4th-grade classroom.\r\n\r\nI use the resources daily during our mid-morning brain break to ensure my students stay focused, instantly boosting their concentration and energy. That small break prevents the afternoon slump entirely.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks arrived, the students' eyes lit up—it was a priceless moment! It created a sense of security and excitement for learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is teaching them lasting healthy habits! Thank you for fueling their minds and bodies.","fullyFundedDate":1763494163750,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-focus-healthy-snacks-for-our-4/9891138/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Focus: Healthy Snacks for Our 4th Grade Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wiley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2419541_orig.jpg?crop=2144,2144,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599010563876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cassiwiley"},{"teacherId":4927683,"projectId":9257665,"letterContent":"I want to thank you so very much for donating our class set of headphones, hanging shoe organizer, and container of technology wipes to my classroom. It has made such a difference with how we complete online assignments and organize our work space.\r\n\r\nMy students know how to roll their headphones cord neatly and store them in the hanging shoe organizer. They are especially good at keeping their headphones clean by using their technology wipes. The hanging shoe organizer has numbered pockets so the students know where to store their headphones. This has helped keep the cords from getting tangled or damaged. \r\n\r\nOur school year is off to a great start thanks to your generosity and kindness! Thank you for contributing to the success of my third graders!","fullyFundedDate":1752718728834,"projectUrl":"project/hooray-for-headphones/9257665/","projectTitle":"Hooray for Headphones!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Acevedo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4927683_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1608556977855","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4927683"},{"teacherId":10101176,"projectId":9517108,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project, \"Print, Trim, Glide, Laminate—Help our Classroom Elevate!\" Because of your kindness, our learning environment has become more vibrant, efficient, and supportive for every student.\r\n\r\nThe color printer has brought our lessons to life. Students are now engaging more with full-color visuals, anchor charts, and learning games. The laminator and laminating sheets have helped preserve materials that we can reuse throughout the year, from writing center activities to reading tools. The guillotine paper cutter has made it easy for me to prepare resources quickly and precisely, saving valuable time I now spend directly with students.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting parts for my students has been the precut tennis balls! They've made our classroom quieter and more focused by softening chair movements, especially helpful for students who are sensitive to noise or need to fidget. \r\n\r\nYour contributions have made a real difference. You didn't just donate supplies, you gave us tools that make learning more accessible, organized, and enjoyable. 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Instead of being distracted by discomfort or wobbly chairs, my students can sit comfortably and focus on their learning.\r\n\r\nThe bright colors bring joy and energy to our classroom, and the padded seats allow students to stay engaged longer during small group instruction. These stools help build a sense of community, as students feel like they have a special place to come together and learn with me. Every day, my students are benefiting from your kindness, and it truly makes a difference in their confidence and success.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support in making our classroom a better place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1738740900147,"projectUrl":"project/new-stools-for-small-groups/9007412/","projectTitle":"New Stools for Small Groups","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wiley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2419541_orig.jpg?crop=2144,2144,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599010563876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cassiwiley"},{"teacherId":2419541,"projectId":9007424,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my 4th graders now have hands-on tools and engaging resources that make spelling and phonics come alive! The magnetic letters let students build words in fun, interactive ways, while the daily practice books and phonics activities give them confidence and structure to grow as readers and writers. The posters brighten our room and serve as a constant guide, helping my students feel supported and successful. Because of you, our classroom is more literacy-rich than ever, and my students are excited to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1734806775309,"projectUrl":"project/give-the-gift-of-reading/9007424/","projectTitle":"Give the Gift of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wiley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2419541_orig.jpg?crop=2144,2144,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599010563876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cassiwiley"},{"teacherId":2419541,"projectId":8963477,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to Flashcard Fun. The flashcards, white boards, and multiplication practice book have been extremely helpful. \r\nMy students were excited to get their own brand new set of multiplication flash cards. They have gotten into the habit of pulling them out to practice with when they finish work early and take them home to practice as well. I have seen a huge improvement in their math fact knowledge. \r\nThe white boards have been really useful when working in small groups to help my students break down numbers and understand the steps of their tasks. In addition, the multiplication practice book as provided an easy way to provide quick checks to ensure my students are growing. \r\nThank you for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1734791572140,"projectUrl":"project/flashcard-fun/8963477/","projectTitle":"Flashcard Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wiley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2419541_orig.jpg?crop=2144,2144,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599010563876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cassiwiley"},{"teacherId":6765684,"projectId":8987941,"letterContent":"This was my first project using the Donors Choose website, and I was thrilled to have it funded! My students in PreK come to me with so many different levels of self-regulation and self-calming skills. I truly feel that teaching a child how to handle \"big\" emotions is critical to future success in the classroom. \r\n\r\nMy students have responded so positively to the Spot book series and plush characters. They listen so intently when I read about the different spot emotions and how the students can learn to recognize, talk, and deal with those emotions in themselves. It is amazing to watch them look at the books and talk with the little plush characters. They love all the colorful spots and always ask when the spots are going to be out for playtime!\r\n\r\nSince my class is usually the first school experience for the students, it can be difficult to learn the expectations of sitting and listening during whole group times. The fidgets have been phenomenal in helping them to move part of their bodies while allowing for listening at the same time. These fidgets help me with classroom management because I do not have to constantly remind students to sit down or stop touching another student, because the fidget helps keep that energy contained. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping my students to be successful in so many parts of the day, allowing them to learn and grow socially, emotionally, and academically!","fullyFundedDate":1738740899813,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-focus-and-learn-with-se/8987941/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Focus and Learn with Sensory Tools!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6765684"},{"teacherId":2419541,"projectId":9007448,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Your donations have made a real difference in our classroom, and I wanted to share a few moments that show just how meaningful your gift has been.\r\n\r\nWhen my fourth graders first saw the colorful writing folders and new dictionaries laid out on their desks, their eyes lit up. One student even shouted, \"We have our own thesauruses? This is fancy!\" It was such a sweet and genuine moment of excitement, setting the tone for our new writing unit.\r\n\r\nWe are currently working on publishing our own \"expert essays,\" and the plaid pocket folders have helped my students stay organized through every stage of the writing process—from brainstorming to final drafts. The four pockets are perfect for sorting their work, and it's been amazing to see how much more independent and responsible they've become as writers.\r\n\r\nThe thesauruses and dictionaries have also become favorite tools during revision time. Instead of asking me for better word choices, students now flip through their books to find stronger synonyms or double-check spellings. It's building their confidence and teaching them how to be resourceful learners.\r\n\r\nThe parts of speech posters have become an everyday reference in our language lessons. I often hear students say things like, \"That's a preposition!\" or \"Wait, I think I need a stronger verb,\" while pointing to the posters. They're using them to improve their grammar and sentence variety in their writing.\r\n\r\nNext up, we're turning our expert essays into mini magazines to share with classmates and families. Thanks to your help, my students are equipped and excited to revise, edit, and polish their writing. These materials have truly empowered them to take pride in their work.\r\n\r\nFrom my whole class—thank you again! Your kindness is helping grow a room full of thoughtful, capable, and confident writers.\r\n\r\nWarmly,\r\nMs. Wiley","fullyFundedDate":1735570175470,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-writing-boosting-literacy/9007448/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Writing, Boosting Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wiley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2419541_orig.jpg?crop=2144,2144,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599010563876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cassiwiley"},{"teacherId":4179909,"projectId":8990586,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your very generous donations! Having a color printer in the classroom has helped bring note pages to life for my students. Being able to print maps, photos, illustrations, etc in color has made much of the content more accessible to my students. \r\nWe are also enjoying creating a wall of photos with the photo paper! My students love coming into the room and seeing the newest additions to our wall. \r\nYour donations have truly made a difference in my classroom and I cannot thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1734037484248,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-printer/8990586/","projectTitle":"Classroom Printer","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Butterfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4179909_orig.jpg?crop=515,515,x218,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1592433333645","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4179909"},{"teacherId":3280870,"projectId":8947636,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project. These items have made a tremendous impact on how we use our Chromebooks in the classroom. Computer time runs a little bit smoother in our classroom now.\r\n\r\nWith the sticker dots and washi tape I was able to color code our Chromebooks in the computer cart. Now my students know which computer belongs to them and which charger goes to their computer. Our computer cart no longer looks messy and makes this teacher's heart happy.\r\n\r\nThe headphone adapters have been a game changer. Now all of my students are able to use their headphones even if their headphone jack is broken. The adaptors are simple and easy to attach to the headphones and then into the usb-c port on the Chromebook. Now I don't have to worry about the computers being a distraction to others.","fullyFundedDate":1732228723908,"projectUrl":"project/computer-accessories-and-organization/8947636/","projectTitle":"Computer Accessories and Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hanson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3280870_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720486012583","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3280870"},{"teacherId":4179909,"projectId":8905481,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations for chair pockets! My kids were so excited to see how neat and tidy the classroom and their work space looked when they walked into the classroom. They quickly proceeded to create personalized name tags to slip into the clear pocket.\r\nThese chair pockets have really helped the students maintain organization of their materials. Because they are more organized, more work is being completed and turned in. We rarely have papers and folders lost in the dark abyss that a desk can sometimes become. Keeping track of supplies and assignments is detrimental to success, so I am beyond grateful for your donations to this project!","fullyFundedDate":1730402400837,"projectUrl":"project/chair-pockets-for-organization/8905481/","projectTitle":"Chair Pockets for Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Butterfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4179909_orig.jpg?crop=515,515,x218,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1592433333645","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4179909"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_34888","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":441,"numTeachers":36,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":56,"percentWhite":16,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":16,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":60.5,"schoolId":34888,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Willard Model Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Willard Model Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/norfolk-public-schools/willard-model-elementary-school/34888"}