{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Barnard Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":64.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6815895,"projectId":9515565,"letterContent":"When our athletes first saw the new soccer equipment their eyes lit up. Several of them immediately volunteered to be \"wagon drivers,\" proudly loading it up with all of ur equipment. The portable bench quickly became a favorite spot where players would sit together, encouraging and cheering for their teammates. It has created a true sense of professional team spirit. Right away, we used the new agility ladders in a warmup rotation. The students were laughing and pushing themselves to go faster, all while building balance, speed, and footwork. One of our players said, \"We look like a real team now!\" and that comment alone showed the impact these materials had on their confidence and pride.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building structured practice plans that rotate through skill-development stations which includes dribbling, passing, speed training, and shooting using the new agility ladders and cones. This equipment is helping us focus on teamwork, technique, and joy in the game, rather than worrying about whether we have enough tools to support everyone. Thank you again for helping us give our young athletes not only equipment but also a stronger sense of professionalism, pride, and belonging. You have truly made a difference in their athletic experience and in their hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1761412888192,"projectUrl":"project/gearing-up-for-soccer-play/9515565/","projectTitle":"Gearing Up for Soccer Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Shay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6815895_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628671449684","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misscoachshay12"},{"teacherId":8116190,"projectId":9210710,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation towards our classroom project. There are no words to express how grateful and excited we were to have our project funded. Your donation has made all the difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe materials from this project have been beneficial in so many ways. The folders, pencil pouches, dry erase markers, and sheet protectors have helped keep our Kinder Bears organized. Your generosity has allowed each student to have their own individual materials. Each student was able to receive a folder to transport homework and other important information from school to home daily/ weekly, as well as a dry erase marker for daily literacy and math use. The pencil pouches and sheet protectors have helped our students keep track of their materials. This has been convenient as saves time on preparation and distribution, while creating more time for learning. \r\n\r\nThe clipboards have allowed students the flexibility to complete assignments where they feel the most comfortable in the classroom. The timers have helped to keep students on track as they learn to pace themselves while completing assignments in a timely manner. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. You are truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1753378815872,"projectUrl":"project/supply-us-with-supplies/9210710/","projectTitle":"Supply Us With Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shanice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missshaniceb"},{"teacherId":10220554,"projectId":9645792,"letterContent":"Our class has been loving the new supplies! \r\n\r\nThe cleaning items have already made such a difference in keeping our room fresh and ready for learning each day. And the school materials like markers and glue sticks have been a huge hit. The kids jumped right into using them during our art projects. \r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw all the boxes delivered to our classroom, their reactions were priceless. They were especially excited about the brand-new markers. It really made them feel like they had something special to create with, and they've been putting everything to good use every day since.\r\n\r\nThese materials will continue helping us with our ongoing projects and upcoming lessons. Having these supplies gives our students the freedom to be creative without worrying about running out. We're so grateful for your support, it truly makes a daily difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1756339461467,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-our-preschool-classroom/9645792/","projectTitle":"Supporting Our Preschool Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Solomon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10220554_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756004905227","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-solomonk"},{"teacherId":2967542,"projectId":9580310,"letterContent":"Providing students in 1dt-2nd grade with fidgets, a comfy seat, and sturdy card stock materials created a more supportive and engaging learning environment. Fidgets and flexible seating helps students regulate their bodies and maintain focus during instruction, especially during literacy tasks that require sustained attention. The comfy seat offered a designated, calming space for students who benefited from sensory support, while the high quality cardstock ensured that frequently used learning materials such as phonics cards and game pieces remain durable and accessible for repeated practice. \r\n\r\nThese supports were especially valuable during the blending game Oh Rats!, which assesses students' decoding of initial consonant blends the game requires students to manipulate and read blend and rhyme combinations and the sturdy cardstock kept the pieces intact and easy to handle for young learners. Focus from fidgets and comfortable seating, students were better able to attend to the phonics tasks, apply their decoding skills, and demonstrate mastery of initial blends in an engaging, low stakes format. Together, these tools strengthened both the learning environment and the quality of the students phonics practice.","fullyFundedDate":1755700294214,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-write-to-learning-help-sto/9580310/","projectTitle":"Let's Get \"Write\" to Learning!--Help Stock Our Classroom.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mukira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2967542"},{"teacherId":3313058,"projectId":9317737,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and funding our fun bags for our kiddos heading to Kindergarten. The bags we created were full of fun things for the kids to learn and explore with during their time away from school. Your generous donation helped us to give the kids a wonderful surprise heading into Summer Break. Bubble wands, playdough,letter practice workbooks and books to read, were just the things we needed to keep the kids excited and engaged about learning. Thank you for thinking of us and helping teachers like me keep learning fun and exciting for kids.","fullyFundedDate":1746787141969,"projectUrl":"project/heading-to-kindergarten-hooray/9317737/","projectTitle":"Heading to Kindergarten, Hooray!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3313058_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538703685391","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-allen114"},{"teacherId":5890127,"projectId":9664188,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our class with healthy snacks! The children have truly enjoyed trying new foods and sharing their favorites with friends. Snack time has become a wonderful opportunity to talk about making healthy choices and keeping our bodies strong.\r\n\r\nWe've loved munching on fruits, veggies, and other nutritious treats that keep us energized for learning and play. Your generosity helps us create a caring classroom community where students learn that nutritious can also be delicious!","fullyFundedDate":1757595153860,"projectUrl":"project/preschool-fuel/9664188/","projectTitle":"Preschool Fuel","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5890127_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537391308111","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shepherd113"},{"teacherId":5232543,"projectId":9359203,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Reduce, Reuse, Recycle project! Because of your generosity, my students received their very own Stanley cups to help promote sustainability and reduce waste in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe students were so excited to use their new cups and have already started great conversations about how small actions—like reusing a cup instead of using disposable bottles—can make a big difference for our planet. Your kindness has helped them see that caring for the environment starts with each of us.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your support and for inspiring our students to be responsible, environmentally conscious citizens.","fullyFundedDate":1757666022525,"projectUrl":"project/reduce-resuable-recycle/9359203/","projectTitle":"Reduce! Resuable! Recycle!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rutherford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5232543_orig.png?crop=959,959,x13,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1573420356162","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5232543"},{"teacherId":8116190,"projectId":9307971,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation towards our classroom project. There are no words to express how grateful and excited we were to have our project funded. The students were thrilled to receive the packages. Your donation has made a huge difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe materials from this project have been the highlight of our students' summer as they prepare for first grade. These items have helped to motivate our students to do their best in more ways than one while also giving the m a head start and glimpse into the next step of their next academic journey. The student have enjoyed the summer send off gifts and are truly appreciative\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. You are truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1746787216255,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-has-been-fun-1st-grade-here/9307971/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Has Been Fun 1st Grade Here We Come!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shanice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missshaniceb"},{"teacherId":8116190,"projectId":9315988,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation towards our classroom project. There are no words to express how grateful and excited we were to have our project funded. The students were thrilled to receive the packages and even more thrilled to utilize the materials inside. Your donation made a huge difference in our classroom end of year awards ceremony.\r\n\r\nThe incentives from this project have been beneficial to our students and their families in so many ways. These items have helped to motivate our students to do their best in more ways than one. Your generous contribution has helped to create a powerful and uplifting experience for students who often miss out on such celebrations. By helping us make their graduation day magical, you have invested in their joy, their memories, and their belief in the possibilities that lie ahead.\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. You are truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1746787016362,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-2025-thats-a-wrap/9315988/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten 2025 Thats A Wrap!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shanice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missshaniceb"},{"teacherId":5015302,"projectId":9191665,"letterContent":"First let me thank each of you for your donation to help make the project a reality. It came at a perfect time to help my scholars who are now fifth graders and now my new fourth grade scholars. My students this year were so excited this past week which was the first week of school! They love the school supplies that I have been able to help provide them thanks to you! The classroom materials have been such a blessing with the current budget cuts that education is facing currently. Be sure to be on the lookout for these materials in use! Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1743471024473,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-for-math-masters/9191665/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials for Math Masters","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brofft","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eric-brofft"},{"teacherId":5890127,"projectId":9175716,"letterContent":"As the summer comes to a close, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support this past school year. Thanks to your contribution, we were able to provide sensory materials like kinetic sand, Play-Doh, and Wiki Stix, which sparked creativity and helped my students develop fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and coordination. These hands-on activities played a vital role in fostering both imagination and essential skills.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, your support allowed us to provide each family with a copy of Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons, a wonderful resource that empowered families to continue their child's literacy journey over the summer. It gave our students a strong reading foundation that will carry them into the next stages of their education.\r\n\r\nYour generosity made the end of the school year extra special, full of learning, joy, and excitement for the future. Thank you for helping my students leave with a love for learning that will last for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1746787277176,"projectUrl":"project/play-read-celebrate-a-farewell-gift-f/9175716/","projectTitle":"Play, Read, Celebrate: A Farewell Gift for My Preschoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5890127_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537391308111","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shepherd113"},{"teacherId":995051,"projectId":8118162,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kind donation to my classroom project. I can not express how excited I was to see my project being funded.\r\n\r\nThe books that you donated have helped in making a huge difference in my literacy class. Your donation helped to reach my goal to bring fun into my classroom. My students have been actively engaged during the independent reading literacy workstation. They were able to take ownership of their learning process.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for helping my students to become fluent readers and excited learners.","fullyFundedDate":1714042553648,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-for-fourth-graders/8118162/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels for Fourth Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Majer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/majerrobbins"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_24045","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":591,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":39,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":41,"percentWhite":10,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":45,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":35.4,"schoolId":24045,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Barnard Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Barnard Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/district-of-columbia/dc-public-schools/barnard-elementary-school/24045"}