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I wanted to take a moment to share how your generous contribution has made a difference in our classroom. My students and I have been using the new resources in a variety of exciting ways. One of the most impactful moments came when we started a new wellness initiative. The students have been using the **SereneLife Portable & Foldable Trampoline** for physical activity breaks, while the **Fire 7 Tablet** has opened up new opportunities for interactive learning in the classroom. The **Bean Bag Chair** has become a favorite spot for students to relax and read, making our classroom feel even more comfortable and inviting. Additionally, the **Insignia Mini Fridge** has been great for keeping snacks and drinks easily accessible, and the **OLIXIS Dining Chairs** have added a modern touch to our seating arrangement, providing extra comfort during group discussions.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw these materials, their reactions were priceless. 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About this school
David W Harlan Elementary School is
an urban public school
in Wilmington, Delaware that is part of Brandywine School District.
It serves 400 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 14.3:1.
Its teachers have had 84 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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of students receive free or reduced price lunch
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86%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
Data about school demographics comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. The numbers in this chart may not add up to 100% because of limitations in the available data.
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David W Harlan Elementary School
$45,727
raised using DonorsChoose
84
projects
funded
38
teachers
funded
147
donors
5
projects
for
basic supplies
15
projects for
technology
7
projects for
books
3
projects
for
art supplies
David W Harlan Elementary School has received support from
86 individuals from Delaware and
61 individuals out-of-state.