{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Warren G Harding Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"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. Your support truly makes a difference in their learning!","fullyFundedDate":1735008661890,"projectUrl":"project/giving-feedback-to-ells/8787710/","projectTitle":"Giving Feedback to ELL's","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":8431261,"projectId":9337832,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Independent Learning with Instant Feedback\" DonorsChoose project! Your generous contribution has made a tremendous difference in our classroom by providing the tools that allow students to learn independently and receive immediate feedback.\r\n\r\nWith the new interactive materials—like self-checking task cards and hands-on activities—students can dive into lessons with confidence. They love that they can work at their own pace and immediately know whether they got it right, which boosts their motivation and helps them grow into self-directed learners.\r\n\r\nAlready, I've seen tremendous growth: students are more engaged, more confident in trying new challenges, and more willing to correct mistakes and try again—all important skills for lifelong learning.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has empowered our classroom with a sense of independence and pride. We are deeply grateful for the positive impact you are making on our students' academic journey.","fullyFundedDate":1747146350585,"projectUrl":"project/independent-learning-instant-feedback/9337832/","projectTitle":"Independent Learning, Instant Feedback: PowerPens in Action","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":9287100,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"A Little Bit of This and a Little Bit of That\" DonorsChoose project! Your extremely generous gift has given our classroom a wonderful variety of resources—from art supplies to literacy tools—that help students explore, create, and learn each day.\r\n\r\nNow, our learning environment is bursting with bright markers, engaging storybooks, hands-on manipulatives, and more. These materials spark curiosity and encouragement, whether we're crafting colorful artwork, diving into new reading adventures, or exploring concepts in math and science.\r\n\r\nYour kindness brings excitement and confidence into our classroom. I've already seen students sharing ideas, collaborating happily, and showing genuine pride in their work. Because of you, we're able to offer a richer, more dynamic learning experience—one where every child can discover their passion and grow in confidence.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your support. Your generosity makes all the difference in helping our students feel inspired and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1746661500967,"projectUrl":"project/little-bit-of-this-and-a-little-bit-of-t/9287100/","projectTitle":"Little Bit of This and a Little Bit of That","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":9180648,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through the \"Organize Your Stuff!\" project on DonorsChoose. Your contribution has already made a noticeable difference in our daily routine and learning environment.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, we now have the organizational tools we need to keep our materials, supplies, and learning spaces neat and accessible. The students are more focused, efficient, and independent—and they take pride in keeping their space tidy and ready to learn. It's amazing how something as simple as better organization can lead to more effective learning and less stress in the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped us create a space where students can thrive. We truly appreciate your investment in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1742903482841,"projectUrl":"project/organize-your-stuff/9180648/","projectTitle":"Organize Your Stuff","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":9316441,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project, PowerPens! 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