{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Warren G Harding Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5030959,"projectId":9756321,"letterContent":"Our new differentiated reading center materials have already made a positive impact in our classroom. Many of my students are working hard to strengthen their reading comprehension, grammar, and writing skills, and these hands-on file folder games give them the chance to practice in a way that feels engaging rather than overwhelming. When students first saw the materials, they were excited to try something that looked more like a game than a worksheet. It was wonderful to see them eagerly working together, discussing their answers, and building confidence as they practiced important skills.\r\n\r\nWe now use the centers during small group rotations so students can work at their own level while building independence. The activities give students focused practice in fiction and nonfiction comprehension, grammar, and writing, while also encouraging collaboration and problem-solving. These resources are helping my students feel more confident and motivated as readers and writers, and they are excited to continue using them as we grow our skills throughout the year.","fullyFundedDate":1761912225509,"projectUrl":"project/building-stronger-readers-with-engaging/9756321/","projectTitle":"Building Stronger Readers with Engaging Learning Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dragoo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5030959_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626965245510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wkdragoo"},{"teacherId":5030959,"projectId":9316155,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students have access to more engaging, standards-aligned science resources that bring our lessons to life. Because our district does not provide a comprehensive science curriculum, teachers often have to piece together materials on their own. The Teachers Pay Teachers resources funded through this project allow me to provide structured lessons, interactive notebook activities, and hands-on labs that support key concepts. These materials help students move beyond simply reading about science to actively exploring ideas, analyzing information, and applying what they learn.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting parts for my students has been the interactive and hands-on nature of the activities. The labs and activities allow them to investigate real scientific questions, record their observations, and collaborate with their classmates. Simple tools like the colored dot stickers and multi-color pens have helped keep lab stations organized and make data collection clearer for students. These small but important supplies make it easier for students to track information, label materials, and stay engaged in the investigative process.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who sometimes struggle with traditional assignments have really thrived during these science activities. The hands-on labs and visual resources help them better understand complex concepts and give them the confidence to share their ideas with their peers. Your support has made it possible for my classroom to have meaningful, engaging science experiences despite limited district resources. Thank you for helping provide my students with opportunities to think critically, explore scientific ideas, and develop a deeper curiosity about the world around them.","fullyFundedDate":1756157738047,"projectUrl":"project/scientific-ally-thinking/9316155/","projectTitle":"Scientific-ally Thinking","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dragoo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5030959_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626965245510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wkdragoo"},{"teacherId":9306105,"projectId":9003395,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for helping my students and I in getting the proper materials to use in the classroom! Because of you, my students and I are able to use these new resources every day. We are using the materials to create hands-on crafts, complete projects, and support daily learning activities that help students better understand our lessons.\r\n\r\nWhen my students were so excited to see the new materials. Seeing their enthusiasm reminded me how powerful the right resources can be in building a positive and motivating learning environment.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, our next steps include using these materials to deepen our current classroom projects and lessons. Students will continue applying what they learn through creative activities, collaborative projects, and daily practice that strengthens both their academic skills and confidence. Your support has truly given our students the tools they need to grow and succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you again for giving our classroom this opportunity and for being a part of our students' learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1737002785072,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supply-restock-to-continue-suc/9003395/","projectTitle":"Essential Supply Restock to Continue Succeeding!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Soto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9306105_orig.jpg?crop=620,620,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710947924061","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9306105"},{"teacherId":5030959,"projectId":9309151,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have the headphones they need to fully engage in technology-based learning throughout the school day. In our classroom, students regularly use digital programs for reading, science simulations, and skill practice. Having reliable headphones allows them to listen to instructions, videos, and interactive lessons without distracting others or being distracted themselves. This simple tool makes a big difference in helping students stay focused and work at their own pace, especially during small group rotations and independent learning time.\r\n\r\nThe students were immediately excited to have their own classroom headphones available whenever we use our devices. Many of the programs we use include audio directions, videos, and read-aloud supports, and students love being able to clearly hear the content while they work. It has also made group work smoother because students can participate in different activities at the same time without competing noise in the classroom.\r\n\r\nSome students who typically struggle with concentration have especially benefited from having headphones. Being able to block out background noise helps them stay focused on their tasks and feel more confident completing assignments independently. Your support has helped create a more productive and inclusive learning environment where every student has equal access to the tools they need to succeed. Thank you for helping my students plug in, tune in, and stay engaged in their learning!","fullyFundedDate":1756175921778,"projectUrl":"project/plug-in-tune-in/9309151/","projectTitle":"Plug In & Tune In","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dragoo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5030959_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626965245510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wkdragoo"},{"teacherId":10031108,"projectId":9671161,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations. These resources are used everyday. Pencils sharpeners are expensive and pretty much break every year. Believe me, I have tried more than a few, and they all break. So, have presharpened pencils is key to having my students ready to go. We can begin our lessons quickly by just grabbing a pencil.\r\n\r\nThe same goes for dry erase markers. We use our whiteboards constantly. Whether in whole group setting or small group, dry erase markers are essential. We can do many more math problems quickly and easily using dry erase boards. \r\n\r\nOf course colored pencils are for our students to be creative. They deserve drawing and coloring time after so much work. Thank you donors. Thank you so very much.","fullyFundedDate":1757423344443,"projectUrl":"project/title-i-school-in-need/9671161/","projectTitle":"Title I School in Need","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K Clavin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10031108"},{"teacherId":8431261,"projectId":9477070,"letterContent":"Because of your support, the economy in our classroom doesn't just motivate students—it teaches them real skills. They are learning responsibility, decision‑making, budgeting, saving, and weighing priorities. They see firsthand the results of their actions, and every time a student chooses to save instead of spend, or plans how to budget their earnings, they are practicing habits that will serve them far beyond our school walls. Some students who once struggled with impulse choices are growing in thoughtfulness and planning. Others are more motivated, knowing that their efforts lead to tangible rewards.\r\n\r\nYour donation has also helped build a safe, engaging, and equitable environment: one where students from low‑income households can experience the power of choice, and where their small daily successes become real progress in confidence, character, and financial literacy. The materials you provided make this system reliable and accessible for all, so that every student—regardless of background—can participate fully.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in not only their academics, but in their life skills and their futures. Your kindness has made a lasting impact, and I am so grateful for what you have made possible in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1756818617317,"projectUrl":"project/earning-while-learning-incentives-that/9477070/","projectTitle":"Earning While Learning: Incentives That Teach Financial Smarts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Boulazeris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8431261_orig.jpg?crop=1721,1721,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651104569393","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msboulazeris"},{"teacherId":8431261,"projectId":9477040,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project, Math Mastery With Power Pens!. Because of you, my students now have access to engaging, hands-on tools that are already transforming the way they approach math. The Power Pens and accompanying skill card sets—covering essential topics like multiplication, fractions, place value, telling time, and word problems—have added an exciting and interactive element to our daily instruction.\r\n\r\nThe biggest impact we've seen so far is in student engagement and confidence. The Power Pens provide immediate feedback, allowing students to recognize and correct their own mistakes in real time. This instant response keeps them motivated and helps build a strong foundation in math skills. Students who were once hesitant to participate or afraid of making mistakes are now more willing to take risks and try problems on their own. One of my students, who often struggles with math confidence, recently used the place value set and exclaimed, \"I did it!\" after correcting an error using the Power Pen. Moments like these are powerful, and they wouldn't be possible without your support.","fullyFundedDate":1757792620706,"projectUrl":"project/math-mastery-with-power-pens/9477040/","projectTitle":"Math Mastery With Power Pens!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Boulazeris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8431261_orig.jpg?crop=1721,1721,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651104569393","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msboulazeris"},{"teacherId":5030959,"projectId":9309125,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our four sixth grade classes with take-home folders! These have made a huge impact on student organization and responsibility. Each student now has a reliable place to keep homework, assignments, and important notes for families, which has cut down on lost papers and missed communication. Parents have shared how helpful the folders are for staying connected, and students feel more confident keeping track of their work. Your support has truly strengthened home-school communication and accountability.","fullyFundedDate":1754960300566,"projectUrl":"project/take-me-home/9309125/","projectTitle":"Take Me Home!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dragoo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5030959_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626965245510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wkdragoo"},{"teacherId":5030959,"projectId":9518330,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom started the year with the essentials we needed—folders, glue sticks, colored pencils, and pencils. These supplies made our transition into the school year smooth, especially for students who weren't able to bring their own. Every child had what they needed from day one, which set a positive tone and helped everyone feel prepared and included. Because of you, I could focus on teaching instead of worrying who had materials, and students could dive right into learning with confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1754846620097,"projectUrl":"project/basic-supplies/9518330/","projectTitle":"Basic Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dragoo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5030959_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626965245510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wkdragoo"},{"teacherId":5030959,"projectId":9305317,"letterContent":"When the students first saw the brightly colored paper, their excitement was contagious. Something so simple has made a big difference in our classroom! We now use the colors to organize homework and daily assignments, making it easier for students to track what's due and take responsibility for their work. \r\n\r\nOne student shared he remembered all his assignments because \"the colors helped me know what was next.\" This project has created meaningful routines that build accountability and skills students will carry far beyond sixth grade.","fullyFundedDate":1746478980614,"projectUrl":"project/color-my-world-with-paper/9305317/","projectTitle":"Color My World With Paper","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dragoo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5030959_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626965245510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wkdragoo"},{"teacherId":9890514,"projectId":9220498,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Your support means the world to both me and my students. With your help, we've been able to create a more engaging learning environment. \r\nYour kindness is not only an investment in materials—it's an investment in young minds. Because of you, my students will have greater opportunities to learn, explore, and succeed. We are truly grateful for your generosity and encouragement. All students deserve an environment that promotes their learning and thanks to you this can happen.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1746488931701,"projectUrl":"project/special-education-k-3/9220498/","projectTitle":"Special Education K-3","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Adams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9890514"},{"teacherId":5030959,"projectId":8787710,"letterContent":"The students were absolutely thrilled when more Versatiles arrived in our classroom! These engaging manipulatives are a favorite during WIN (Whatever I Need) time, and students always reach for them first. The immediate feedback they provide makes learning fun and helps reinforce essential reading and math skills. Thanks to your generosity, we now have enough sets to create both a reading center and a math center activity. This means no more racing to the shelf—everyone gets a turn, and every student benefits from these valuable tools. 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