{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mary R Fisher Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8912226,"projectId":7397309,"letterContent":"Because of your kindness and support, our classroom has been transformed in the most meaningful way. The materials you helped provide for our Morning of Glory project have given my students the opportunity to begin each day with joy, creativity, and a sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nEach morning, my kindergarteners now walk into a space filled with engaging, hands-on learning opportunities. From imaginative dramatic play to purposeful exploration, these resources allow my students—many of whom learn in different ways—to connect, collaborate, and grow both socially and academically. In an inclusion classroom, opportunities like these are truly invaluable.\r\n\r\nI have already seen the impact your generosity has made. Students are more excited to come to school, more confident in their interactions, and more engaged in their learning. What may seem like simple materials have created powerful moments of connection, creativity, and discovery.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their future. Your support has made a lasting difference not only for my current class, but for many classes to come. We are so incredibly grateful for you!!","fullyFundedDate":1685209133413,"projectUrl":"project/morning-of-glory/7397309/","projectTitle":"Morning of Glory","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jezierski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8912226_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y266&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673204254489","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8912226"},{"teacherId":8912226,"projectId":7395198,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our classroom reading project to life! Because of your generosity, my kindergarten students now have a cozy, inviting space where they can fall in love with books. Creating a safe and welcoming reading environment has always been a dream of mine, and you've made that dream a reality. Your support is already making a meaningful difference in the way my students experience literacy.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement in the room was unforgettable. My students' eyes lit up as they explored the new reading area, eagerly picking out books and settling into their cozy spots. Many of them immediately began \"reading\" to one another, to stuffed animals, or even just quietly flipping through pages with big smiles on their faces. It was such a special moment to see their curiosity and confidence begin to grow right before my eyes.\r\n\r\nWe are now using this space every day during our literacy block, where students practice foundational reading skills, build vocabulary, and develop a true love for stories. Moving forward, we will continue to use our reading corner for small group instruction, independent reading, and partner storytelling activities. Your kindness has not only provided materials—it has created a space where imagination, comfort, and learning come together. Thank you for investing in my students and helping spark a lifelong love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1684793034143,"projectUrl":"project/escape-into-reading/7395198/","projectTitle":"Escape into Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jezierski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8912226_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y266&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673204254489","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8912226"},{"teacherId":9459234,"projectId":10037487,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your extremely generous contributions. The months of March and April were full of math and reading review, as we prepared for our state testing. The math games and the portable white board were so helpful for this! We used the portable white board several times each day! We were able to gather at the rug as a class, look at our math markers or writing exemplars, make observations, and record our observations. We were also able to work freely around the room doing this which allowed us so much flexibility!\r\n The math games we also amazing! We used the fractions and division games all the time! The students were all begging to take turns at working on these skills because the games are so fun!\r\n Finally, I wish I had recorded the students' reactions when we opened all of the new seating! They were so excited and begged to have them set up right away! They make our time in small group at the table so much better. We can now easily fit six students at our table comfortably and in a manner that is conducive to great working habits.\r\n Thank you again for the amazing generosity! We could not enjoy these materials without you!","fullyFundedDate":1774391071853,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-reboot/10037487/","projectTitle":"Classroom Reboot","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taft","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459234"},{"teacherId":9198234,"projectId":9890404,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Art meets engineering: Puppet making project. MRFES artists explored the design process: brainstorming an idea through discussion and sketches, creating an armature, preparing the Celluclay and using it to create form. \r\nWe enjoyed building from the inside out to create our characters. Some students used the materials to make vessels-boats and submarines.\r\n\r\nThere was definitely a learning curve involved with this project. We experimented with how to build an armature and found that the wire, cardboard, newspaper and tape needed to be wrapped in tin foil to maintain the structural integrity when the Celluclay was added. We also learned how much water and kneading was required to make the Celluclay most effective. We liked how we could work in stages to make our pieces-some complicated forms needed several rounds of Celluclay application-drying in-between to allow parts to harden. We had so much fun-thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768522369953,"projectUrl":"project/art-meets-engineering-puppet-design/9890404/","projectTitle":"Art meets Engineering: Puppet Design","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Huie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9198234_orig.jpg?crop=775,775,x759,y1741&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711301997916","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9198234"},{"teacherId":6817118,"projectId":10213135,"letterContent":"We were able to replace our very worn tables and upgrade seating options. It is through the geerosity of individuals and businesses that make the magic happen for schools like us.\r\n\r\nAs a historically underfunded school, it is not easy to provide necessary upgrades. It is not a line item in our annual budget. However, through Donors Choose, districts like us can offer students inviting classrooms. Classrooms that look like they are new and fresh each year. It levels the playing field and reinforces a valuable message to students - they are worthy and deserving.\r\n\r\nWe teachers at Thompson and Donors Choose contributors take action and together create student centered classrooms that are nothing short of amazing. Thank you for believing in teachers everywhere elevate and celebrate their students.","fullyFundedDate":1778634518296,"projectUrl":"project/make-the-right-choice/10213135/","projectTitle":"Make the Right Choice","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jewett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6817118_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597934477793","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msjewettineedaspace"},{"teacherId":6817118,"projectId":9877670,"letterContent":"Since the addition of this table students are now able to work side by side and not on the floor. Our old table was riddled with holes and had a huge dip in the center. Every time we had partner or collaborative work block students would carve out spaces in the room. Being in the floor was uncomfortable and a bit dirty honestly. Actually the table has created other activities that never came to mind. It also doubles as our dining room table, group meeting table and mobile work space (it has wheels).\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity and changing the entire landscape of our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763598384529,"projectUrl":"project/collaborative-collective-work-station/9877670/","projectTitle":"Collaborative & Collective Work Station","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jewett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6817118_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597934477793","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msjewettineedaspace"},{"teacherId":9198234,"projectId":9767643,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our exploration of watercolors. My students learned to setup their work with real watercolor paper, cardboard backing and tape. The educational watercolors by Crayola provide excellent pigment choices to create new colors. \r\n\r\nAfter skill builders to learn new techniques, we looked at the work of Wassily Kandinsky and talked about his synesthesia that allowed him to see vibrant colors when hearing music. We painted while listening to different music to help us connect how emotions can be expressed through color. Students were quick to use what they learned in paintings that expressed their own interests. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1760358394735,"projectUrl":"project/color-our-world/9767643/","projectTitle":"Color Our World","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Huie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9198234_orig.jpg?crop=775,775,x759,y1741&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711301997916","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9198234"},{"teacherId":5894659,"projectId":9498830,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for all the support for our classroom. The plants livened up the room and have helped tremendously during these cold months. We have added a job to our classroom community job chart for a student to water the plants. It is helping teach them responsibility to care for other living things. I have overhead them many times reminding each other if someone happened to forget their daily watering. \r\nIn addition, the other supplies have helped make our classroom a space we take pride in. Our decorations add a splash of color. We have added a job for someone to use the vacuum as needed. They take it upon themselves to keep it charged, and treat it with care. \r\nI can say the classroom is a place that I feel peaceful and calm the moment I walk in. We are so thankful for your help and support in making our classroom a second home!","fullyFundedDate":1762265253014,"projectUrl":"project/plant-happiness/9498830/","projectTitle":"Plant Happiness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sousa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5894659_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538009350916","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5894659"},{"teacherId":9456635,"projectId":9523040,"letterContent":"The students were so excited to see and use the new materials we now have thanks to your generous donations! \r\n So far we have used our magnetic tiles in my preschool classes to explore building shapes and structures. Second graders learned about the properties of solid objects and how they are used in building towers and bridges. Our science kits provide supplies to build towers, but not bridges. Now we are able to use our new kits to build bridges. The task was not easy, but you would have never known but the energy and excitement from the children. \r\n It is so important to bring the information from the books and videos right into their hands in the form of exploration. Deeper learning occurs along with skills like problem solving and cooperation.\r\n This could not happen without your kindness and support.\r\nThank you all!","fullyFundedDate":1762109334883,"projectUrl":"project/science-for-little-hands/9523040/","projectTitle":"Science for Little Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Beck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9456635"},{"teacherId":9198234,"projectId":9482054,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Art program at Mary R. Fisher Elementary School in Thompson CT. Older students were so excited to use the new scissors for their collages, paper sculptures and fiber arts. The large supply of masking tape is an amazing addition to our painting explorations and sculptural endeavors. Our young artists love to transform recycled materials into things from their imagination such as jet packs, small worlds for a favorite toy, masks and the Titanic. We will soon use the tape to create armatures for paper mache puppets. Thank you so much for helping us start the new school year with a well-stocked studio!","fullyFundedDate":1753374131624,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-growing-artists/9482054/","projectTitle":"Tools for Growing Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Huie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9198234_orig.jpg?crop=775,775,x759,y1741&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711301997916","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9198234"},{"teacherId":9456451,"projectId":9294788,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to \"Singing Under the Sun\" and giving the students at Mary R Fisher Elementary School a speaker! This speaker will be used to help create a fun and exciting environment for the monthly \"Roar and Soar\" assemblies, celebrating student achievement and leadership over the course of the month.\r\n\r\nIn the spring, this speaker will allow classes to go outside and enjoy some fresh air, sunshine, and music making. Thank you for making this possible for our students, we love this speaker!","fullyFundedDate":1752586361750,"projectUrl":"project/singing-under-the-sun/9294788/","projectTitle":"Singing Under the Sun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. George","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9456451"},{"teacherId":4328458,"projectId":8271206,"letterContent":"The children and I will forever be thankful to all of you for your generosity and kindness. The chairs have helped my paraprofessional and I during small and whole group lessons. While sitting at tables the chairs allow us to quickly swivel and assist students at all parts of the table. The students particularly enjoying using the chair when they are the assistant of the day.\r\n\r\nWe use the easel often to make class lists, write stories, and model activities. The size of the easel allows the children to all see what is written and for the teachers to move the easel closer to specific tables during small group time.\r\n\r\nLastly, we would like to thank you for the games and materials that have made learning hands on and fun! 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