{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Carrcroft Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":43.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7958828,"projectId":10113069,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation of math manipulatives to our 5th-grade classroom. As we move into complex concepts like volume, fraction operations, and decimal place value, having physical tools allows my students to visualize abstract ideas in a concrete way.\r\n\r\nThese resources will be used daily during our small-group rotations and RtI sessions to help bridge the gap for struggling learners while challenging others to explore deeper mathematical structures. Thank you for investing in our students' confidence and mathematical literacy.\"","fullyFundedDate":1773838140823,"projectUrl":"project/independent-math-time/10113069/","projectTitle":"Independent Math Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chambers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7958828"},{"teacherId":2073333,"projectId":9857261,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our elementary school book project. Because of your kindness, we were able to purchase a wonderful selection of books for our students to choose from and keep as their very own. The excitement has been incredible as students come down to select their book and place a personalized bookplate with their name inside. For many of them, this is the first time they have owned a book of their own, which makes the experience even more meaningful.\r\n\r\nThe joy on the students' faces as they carefully browse the books and proudly write their names inside is truly heartwarming. They are eager to start reading their new stories and sharing them with their families. Your generosity has created a moment of pride and excitement that our students will remember for a long time.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support is helping foster a love of reading that will benefit these children for years to come. Having a book of their own encourages them to read more often, build confidence in their skills, and grow into stronger readers. Thank you again for investing in our students and helping inspire a lifelong love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1770929006788,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-everyone/9857261/","projectTitle":"Books for Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tasha Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2073333_orig.jpg?crop=1160,1160,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606157400401","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2073333"},{"teacherId":7958828,"projectId":9847997,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of classroom books and comfy chairs. Your thoughtfulness has already made a meaningful difference in our learning space. The new books have sparked excitement and curiosity among students, and the comfy chairs have created a welcoming, cozy environment that encourages reading, focus, and collaboration. Because of your support, our classroom feels more inviting and inspiring for every learner. We truly appreciate your kindness and investment in our students' education. Your generosity helps make our classroom a place where students feel comfortable, valued, and excited to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1760973734005,"projectUrl":"project/my-cozy-comprehension-corner/9847997/","projectTitle":"My Cozy Comprehension Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chambers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7958828"},{"teacherId":10311892,"projectId":9828310,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for helping to grow a love of literacy in my K-5 students! Offering flexible seating in small group reading instruction has given my students more choice and control of their learning environment. They are engaged in learning and becoming independent and successful readers! Additionally, the Science of Reading classroom materials allow each student to have their own magnetic letter tray and letter tiles for hands-on literacy skills practice. Learning to read is exciting and fun with our new wobble stools and reading manipulatives!","fullyFundedDate":1760724680628,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-flexible-minds/9828310/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Flexible Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Niggli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10311892"},{"teacherId":10310096,"projectId":9822189,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous book donation! These titles have become an instant hit in our classroom, especially with my struggling readers who are now reaching for books with genuine excitement.\r\n\r\nSeeing the students' faces light up when they find a story that resonates with them has been wonderful. Your support hasn't just added to our shelves; it has helped these students discover a love for reading that they didn't have before. Because of you, they are building confidence and seeing themselves as capable readers every single day.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your investment in our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1760934910657,"projectUrl":"project/create-a-love-for-reading/9822189/","projectTitle":"Create a Love for Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Haas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10310096"},{"teacherId":10322343,"projectId":9846060,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing \"Reading With Heart\" to life in our second-grade classroom! The social-emotional learning (SEL) books and materials you provided have quickly become the heartbeat of our daily routine. In second grade, students are navigating more complex friendships and learning how to manage \"big feelings.\" These texts give us a shared language to discuss empathy, resilience, and self-confidence in a way that feels safe and relatable.\r\nOur \"Reading Corner\" has been transformed into a sanctuary. Every morning, we start with a \"Heart Read,\" where we dive into one of the new books. Seeing my students' eyes light up when they recognize themselves in a character who is learning to be brave or kind is truly moving. One student, who previously struggled with frustration during math, recently grabbed our new book on perseverance and told me, \"I'm just having a 'Chapter 1' moment, I'll get to the 'Happy Ending' soon.\"\r\nThese materials aren't just teaching reading skills like fluency and comprehension; they are teaching my students how to be better humans. Your support has fostered a classroom culture where every child feels seen, heard, and valued.","fullyFundedDate":1760922318878,"projectUrl":"project/reading-with-heart-building-empathy-and/9846060/","projectTitle":"Reading With Heart: Building Empathy and Confidence Through Reading !","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chakar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10322343"},{"teacherId":1807899,"projectId":9826493,"letterContent":"My fifth graders spend so many hours working hard in school. As you may remember from your childhood, school desks and chairs are not comfortable. They probably haven't changed since you were in school! Of the many things that I received in this project, the favorite is definitely the floor cushions! We have a rug, but it's on top of the cement floor, so it doesn't make things very comfortable. The kids want to work on the floor, and now, thanks to you, they can do so comfortably!\r\n\r\nIn addition to the floor cushions, the kids (and I) are enjoying the organization from the new bins, and the Greek Mythology books! Our whole classroom is mythology themed, so they are into it! \r\n\r\nI truly appreciate the State of Delaware for allowing teachers to buy some much needed supplies! The kids and I thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1760623400590,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-organization-ease-and-good-li/9826493/","projectTitle":"Bringing Organization, Ease, and Good Literature to School!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sipress","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/abbysipress"},{"teacherId":10317326,"projectId":9841422,"letterContent":"The horseshoe table has quickly become the heart of our ELA block. Students gather around it for guided reading groups, writing conferences, and collaborative discussions. One especially meaningful moment was during a small-group novel study, where students sat facing one another to discuss character motivations and text evidence. The setup made it easier for every student to participate, maintain eye contact, and feel heard. I was able to sit alongside them, coach in real time, and provide immediate feedback on their thinking and writing.\r\n\r\nThe students were immediately excited and curious. When they walked in and saw the new table, several asked, \"Is this for us?\" and \"Can we sit there today?\" They felt proud and special knowing it was a space designed just for learning together. Many students shared that it felt more like a \"team table\" than regular desks, which helped set a positive tone for collaboration and discussion.\r\n\r\nNext, students are using the horseshoe table as we dive into a persuasive writing unit. They will brainstorm ideas together, analyze mentor texts, and participate in peer-editing conferences at the table. This space allows students to share their writing aloud, ask questions, and build confidence as communicators. Thanks to our donors, students are not just learning ELA skills—they are learning how to listen, respond thoughtfully, and grow together as readers and writers.","fullyFundedDate":1760883474014,"projectUrl":"project/collaborative-workspace-for-special-educ/9841422/","projectTitle":"Collaborative Workspace for Special Education Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10317326"},{"teacherId":412912,"projectId":9828610,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contribution toward diverse books and social-emotional learning resources for my 5th grade students. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom by providing high-quality texts and scenarios that foster empathy, self-awareness, and thoughtful discussion. These materials enrich our learning environment by encouraging students to explore emotions, problem-solve collaboratively, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves and others.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, students now have access to books that reflect a wide range of cultures, experiences, and perspectives. Many students see themselves represented in characters they can culturally relate to, which strengthens their confidence and engagement as readers. At the same time, other students are able to step into lives different from their own, gaining new perspectives and building respect for diversity. Your investment helps create an inclusive classroom where every student feels seen, valued, and inspired to learn. Thank you for making such a lasting impact on our students' educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1760644402120,"projectUrl":"project/a-whole-new-world/9828610/","projectTitle":"A Whole New World","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McGhee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp412912_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720876726437","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/412912"},{"teacherId":2241964,"projectId":9843089,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of decodable books and phonological awareness instructional materials. Your donation has allowed my excited kindergartens to apply their new phonics skills to reading real books! They are surprising themselves daily with how much text they are able to read, and are so enthusiastic to have new books to read. \r\n\r\nThe phonological awareness games are helping my kindergarteners to build a strong foundation for early literacy. They have been requesting these games any chance they get, and they are helping them to build important skills such as rhyming, syllables, and breaking apart the sounds in words. \r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your donation to enhance early literacy instruction in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1760901118171,"projectUrl":"project/foundational-literacy-skills-for-kinderg/9843089/","projectTitle":"Foundational Literacy Skills for Kindergarteners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Farrell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2241964"},{"teacherId":2617437,"projectId":9816954,"letterContent":"Thank you SO much for donating towards our classroom project. My first graders have been loving all of our different literacy centers. \r\n\r\nIn one small reading group, we work with the literacy magnetic boards. My first graders love finding the correct letters to create our important words. I love how they stay organized for little hands. I also love how they stack up on each other. That makes it easy to use. \r\n\r\nIn another small reading group, we use the Building Fluency cards. The kiddos use our reading trackers to follow along with the words. These passages are fun to read and keep the kids engaged in the group. \r\n\r\nThank you again for donating!!","fullyFundedDate":1760304844139,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-literacy-resources/9816954/","projectTitle":"First Grade Literacy Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Estock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2617437_orig.jpg?crop=2131,2132,x0,y78&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605990310717","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2617437"},{"teacherId":598818,"projectId":9841593,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our project. The students have been so excited to receive the donation and are benefitting from the gift. \r\n\r\nOnce we received our decodable readers, the students started to read them right away in our small groups. They also have the opportunity to go to the decodable bookshelf, which allows them to choose a book they can actually read. You should see the smiles on their faces as they read book after book. They have even gone home to brag about their success to their families, who have written to me and shared with me the impact your gift has made. \r\n\r\nWe put our sensory materials together to make our next sensory bin. The students are working on their fine motor skills by pinching the tweezers, then working on their math skills to sort by color and place them in the correct bins. This station is a sought after station as all the students want to get a chance to engage with the new materials. We will eventually add in some counting and writing practice as the year progresses to enhance the station and challenge the students as they develop. \r\n\r\nLastly, our book bins have helped to keep our materials organized. The students now know where their workbooks go, so they can get to them quickly and maximize learning time.\r\n\r\nWe thank you for your generous donations and will continue to reap the benefits.","fullyFundedDate":1760882805218,"projectUrl":"project/a-classroom-filled-with-readers/9841593/","projectTitle":"A Classroom Filled With Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/598818"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_44532","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":508,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":65,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":40,"percentWhite":44,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":56.6,"schoolId":44532,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Carrcroft Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Carrcroft Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/delaware/brandywine-school-district/carrcroft-elementary-school/44532"}