{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Henry Ford Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":12.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":12025,"projectId":9733416,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation for books for my classroom. The books purchased are high interest, various levels, and come in series which motivates reluctant readers. When the boxes arrived there was a cheer from students as they anxiously awaited to see what titles were inside. As the books kept coming, students were pointing out what they wanted to read and who was going to get which book next. \r\n\r\nThe titles chosen for this project were selected because they are very high interest for older students (some of them graphic novels) written at various levels but especially accessible to students currently reading at lower reading levels. Most of these kids are able to read but need practice and finding books that interest them is always a challenge. Adding these books to my library has built so much excitement and students are happily reading more which impacts their stamina and automaticity. Building their reading skills and confidence will support them in their future education and beyond. \r\nThank you so much for all your support and generosity. We are all so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1761086630150,"projectUrl":"project/book-series-for-the-comprehension-win/9733416/","projectTitle":"Book Series for the Comprehension Win!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp12025_orig.jpg?crop=1041,1041,x47,y179&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565226353950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccampbell"},{"teacherId":12025,"projectId":9284904,"letterContent":"It is hard to explain what an impact this project is having on our students. With your generous donation, we were able to host a Reading Buddy adoption event for the first and second grade classrooms that includes over 130 students. Classes visited the adoption center and chose a reading buddy. They then completed an application form that included a promise to take care of their buddies and read to them every day over winter break (and beyond). Students then chose a bag, a book to keep, and took papers including an informational letter for their parents, a reading log to color, and a bookmark. All of these items were stored safely in their bag to take home over winter break. \r\nStudents cheered and were happily surprised to find that they were able to have their own reading buddy and that they were able to keep it FOREVER. Upon collecting all the items, each class sat together and read with their buddies and each other. It was amazing to witness the happiness and excitement over reading! \r\nThank you so much for supporting this project for our school. These buddies will stay with these students forever and I already know that many of them will be joining families on vacations and outings. With this event, students are even more excited to practice reading over break which will help prevent the slide that often happens with time off of school.","fullyFundedDate":1754847851345,"projectUrl":"project/reading-with-plush-buddies/9284904/","projectTitle":"Reading with Plush Buddies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp12025_orig.jpg?crop=1041,1041,x47,y179&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565226353950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccampbell"},{"teacherId":8680692,"projectId":9744167,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our Exercise and Emotions counseling project. The new resources are already being used in counseling lessons to help students connect physical movement with emotional regulation and mental well-being.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and motivated to participate. One meaningful moment was watching students use movement activities to release stress and then reflect on how their emotions changed afterward. These experiences have helped students better understand how exercise can be a healthy coping strategy.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our next steps include teaching students how to independently use movement-based strategies to manage emotions during challenging moments at school. Your contribution has given students practical tools to support both their physical and emotional health.\r\n\r\nThank you for making it possible for our students to learn, grow, and thrive through movement and emotional awareness. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1758979458823,"projectUrl":"project/exercise-and-emotions/9744167/","projectTitle":"Exercise and Emotions","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maryann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8680692_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y618&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664399892514","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8680692"},{"teacherId":8680692,"projectId":9708654,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Sensational Sensory Experience counseling project. The sensory resources are already being used during counseling sessions to help students regulate their emotions, manage stress, and stay focused.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and eager to explore them. One memorable moment was watching a student use a sensory tool to calm themselves before opening up about their feelings—something that made a big difference in their ability to participate and learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our next steps include teaching students how to independently choose sensory strategies that work best for them and apply these skills in the classroom and beyond. Your donation has given students a safe, supportive way to build self-regulation and emotional awareness.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving us the opportunity to create a calming and engaging counseling environment for our students. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1758802283005,"projectUrl":"project/sensational-sensory-experience/9708654/","projectTitle":"Sensational Sensory Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maryann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8680692_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y618&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664399892514","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8680692"},{"teacherId":8680692,"projectId":9669022,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Creative School Counseling project. Because of your generosity, students are using the new resources during counseling lessons and small-group sessions to explore emotions, practice coping strategies, and express themselves in creative ways.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, students were immediately excited and curious. One memorable moment was watching students use the creative tools to illustrate their feelings and share personal reflections they might not have felt comfortable expressing otherwise.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our next steps include using these resources to deepen lessons on self-awareness, problem-solving, and healthy communication. Your contribution has given students a safe and engaging way to learn and grow, and we are incredibly grateful for the positive impact you've made in our school.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our students thrive—socially, emotionally, and creatively.","fullyFundedDate":1758831892590,"projectUrl":"project/creative-counseling/9669022/","projectTitle":"Creative Counseling","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maryann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8680692_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y618&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664399892514","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8680692"},{"teacherId":8680692,"projectId":9613540,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to this project. My students are already using these resources in individual sessions and small-group therapy to better understand and express their feelings.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the students were excited and eager to explore them. One meaningful moment was seeing a student use the manipulatives to explain an emotion they previously had trouble putting into words. The books have also led to thoughtful conversations and connections to real-life experiences.\r\n\r\nOur next steps include continuing to use these tools to build self-regulation, empathy, and problem-solving skills. Your support has made a lasting impact and I am truly grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our students grow socially and emotionally.","fullyFundedDate":1758831892256,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-manuplatives-and-books/9613540/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Manuplatives and Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maryann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8680692_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y618&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664399892514","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8680692"},{"teacherId":16027,"projectId":9813464,"letterContent":"It has been so inspiring and heartwarming to see our students so eager and excited to learn how to play with PE equipment such as the catch the ball and place it inside the cup set and a set of 2 velcro mitts to practice catching a Velcro ball.\r\nOur students learn essential hand eye coordination skills and learn how to work in pairs and groups cooperatively.\r\nOur students also like the football that securely attached on a set of 2 strings. Students pull the strings to exchange a ball back and forth and take turns. The smiles on their faces when they learn these valuable gross motor skills is remarkable.\r\n Thank you Mirnahill Foundation for your generous support and it has much such a tremendous positive impact on our students, giving them a positive growth mindset.\r\nUh","fullyFundedDate":1760466450445,"projectUrl":"project/awe-inspiring-outdoor-play-for-our-young/9813464/","projectTitle":"Awe inspiring Outdoor Play for our Youngest learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/16027"},{"teacherId":16027,"projectId":9571963,"letterContent":"Our students in our class, are very grateful for the tranquil pond rug. They enjoy the safe space and it is a great setting for our students to learn strategies for self regulation.\r\nThe sensory tent has been very helpful during rainy day recess , and also for calming strategies for the calm corner .Our students are very appreciative for your support and your contribution to their learning self regulation strategies, is immensely beneficial and has misss such a positive impact on their lives . Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1757010390592,"projectUrl":"project/helping-our-students-with-sensory-needs/9571963/","projectTitle":"Helping Our Students with Sensory Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/16027"},{"teacherId":8067488,"projectId":9522209,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations Both Becoming Naomi León and Esperanza Rising offer 5th graders powerful stories that help them understand courage, resilience, and identity in ways that feel close to their own lives. Students connect with characters who face complicated family dynamics, economic hardship, and the search for belonging. These novels push young readers to think more deeply about perseverance and the strength that comes from community, which often leads to rich classroom discussions about empathy and how people grow through challenges. As students follow Naomi and Esperanza on their journeys, they learn how determination and hope shape a person's path forward.\r\n\r\nHaving both books available in Spanish creates an even stronger impact, especially for newcomer and multilingual learners. When EL students can read in their home language, they enter the stories with confidence rather than hesitation. It becomes easier for them to talk about characters' struggles, cultural traditions, and themes because the language doesn't stand in the way of their understanding. This opens opportunities for them to take part in class conversations in a more meaningful way, and it strengthens the sense of belonging they feel in the classroom. Offering Spanish editions also signals to students that their language and identity matter, which has a lasting effect on engagement and pride in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1754847851868,"projectUrl":"project/sparking-the-joy-of-reading/9522209/","projectTitle":"Sparking the Joy of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Holm","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8067488"},{"teacherId":3220606,"projectId":9374737,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation to our project, \"Kindergarten Keepsakes: Art Folders for Graduation Creations!\"\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our kindergarten promotion ceremony was even more special. The students were so excited to create their very own personalized folders!\r\n\r\nThese folders have become so much more than a simple supply item; they are now treasured memory holders. Every student decorated their folder and then carefully packed their proudest graduation artwork and creations inside. Knowing that these precious items will make it home safely and become meaningful keepsakes for their families is truly wonderful.\r\n\r\nYou have helped us honor the hard work and creativity of our students, ensuring their first big academic milestone is celebrated and remembered beautifully.","fullyFundedDate":1754847851176,"projectUrl":"project/help-celebrate-kindergarten-promotion/9374737/","projectTitle":"Help Celebrate Kindergarten Promotion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Figaro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3220606_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695245048419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3220606"},{"teacherId":9166464,"projectId":9448808,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom project! Your support helped us bring in beautiful art supplies and classroom decor that are already making a big impact. My kindergarteners were so excited to see the new materials, and their faces lit up when they realized they would get to use the special colored pencils.\r\nThese colored pencils have quickly become a student favorite. We use them for \"special work,\" and my students take their time, add color thoughtfully, and take such pride in what they create. It has truly elevated the quality of their work and has made writing and drawing time even more engaging.\r\nI am so grateful for your kindness and belief in my students. Thank you for helping make our classroom a brighter, more creative space where young learners can express themselves and feel proud of their efforts. Your generosity is felt every day.","fullyFundedDate":1754847858130,"projectUrl":"project/creative-classroom/9448808/","projectTitle":"Creative Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yoniles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9166464_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691459582676","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9166464"},{"teacherId":8029990,"projectId":9694260,"letterContent":"I can not thank you enough for making my wish list come to fruition. With budget cuts and classroom expenses being reduced, I didn't receive any colored pencils for my students this year! We use them daily for our morning math, as well as coloring contests and artwork throughout the year. With your generous donation, every student in my class received their own brand new set of colored pencils. \r\n\r\nIn addition to the colored pencils, thank you for all the various colors and sizes of construction paper that restocked my art supply drawers. The students have been able to select their own colors when creating works of art. \r\n\r\nThe decorative pumpkins covered the front door for the month of October. The students love to see their names written as they are welcomed into the classroom each morning. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtfulness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1758210386153,"projectUrl":"project/help-bring-art-to-life/9694260/","projectTitle":"Help Bring Art to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Steinzeig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8029990_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690307666178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8029990"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4583","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":458,"numTeachers":14,"percentFrplEligible":60,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":22,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":66,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"32.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":87.2,"schoolId":4583,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Henry Ford Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Henry Ford Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/redwood-city-school-district/henry-ford-elementary-school/4583"}