{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Furman L Templeton Elementary School 125","outOfStateSupporters":52.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9488851,"projectId":10245492,"letterContent":"Your generosity has brought much joy and excitement to our Pre-K classroom! Thanks to your donation of a our Toniebox and stories, students now have access to an engaging, hands on way to enjoy stories and songs. This ability has sparked their curiosity and imagination. \r\n\r\nThese stories help young learners build language, strengthen listening skills, expand their vocabulary, and foster a life long love of reading. The Toniebox became a fast favorite. The children were excited to select characters to place on top and hear the stories unfold.\r\n\r\nAlong with important early literacy skills, the Toniebox also fosters early independence, confidence, and social skills. Young learners are able to make decisions and operate the Toniebox independently. They listen, follow directions, recall story details, make predictions, and share their ideas with classmates. \r\n\r\nThe experience provided through the Toniebox fosters a love of reading, story telling, early literacy, and so much more. Your very generous donation will continue to provide meaningful engagement for many classes to come.","fullyFundedDate":1778286574080,"projectUrl":"project/building-little-readers-with-hands-on-li/10245492/","projectTitle":"Building Little Readers with Hands-On Literacy Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gitters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488851"},{"teacherId":7276362,"projectId":10138352,"letterContent":"As another school year begins, I wanted to sincerely thank you for supporting our classroom. While basic supplies like tissues, hand sanitizer, and a classroom broom may not seem exciting, they truly make a difference in our day-to-day learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helped us finish last school year strong by ensuring we always had the supplies we needed to keep our classroom clean, healthy, and running smoothly. Students quickly learned where to find what they needed, whether it was grabbing a tissue, cleaning their hands after a messy activity, or helping sweep up after a project. Having these everyday essentials readily available meant we spent less time worrying about supplies and more time focused on learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we're also starting this new school year with a fully stocked classroom, allowing us to jump right into learning from day one. It's one less thing for families to worry about and one more way to create a welcoming, prepared environment for every student who walks through our door.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and helping make it a place where students can learn, explore, and thrive. Your kindness has had a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1777476596201,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-healthy-classroom-reset/10138352/","projectTitle":"Clean and Healthy Classroom Reset","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7276362_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753108184810","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7276362"},{"teacherId":9700511,"projectId":9885731,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity and for believing in my first graders. Because of your kindness, our classroom is now better equipped to be a clean, organized, and engaging place where students can learn with confidence. When the supplies arrived, my students were so excited to see the new math games, colorful markers, and classroom materials. They couldn't wait to use them, and their enthusiasm reminded me just how much these resources mean to young learners.\r\n\r\nWe are already using the laminator, cardstock, and chart paper to create durable learning centers, visual aids, and interactive activities that students can use every day. The math games have made practicing important skills fun and engaging, while the disinfectant supplies and gloves help us maintain a healthy classroom environment. The snacks have also been a wonderful support, helping students stay focused and ready to learn, especially when they need a little extra energy during the school day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting difference in our classroom. These resources will continue to support meaningful learning experiences throughout the year as we build strong reading and math skills, work together on hands-on projects, and grow as confident learners. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where they feel supported, cared for, and excited to come to school each day. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1772251792168,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-our-first-grade-classroom-clean/9885731/","projectTitle":"Keeping Our First Grade Classroom Clean, Organized, and Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9700511_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742782313043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9700511"},{"teacherId":9487852,"projectId":10218545,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations and continued support of my classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference by providing much-needed organizational resources and engaging sensory activities that enrich my students' daily learning experiences.\r\n The students have especially loved using the new dollhouse and accessories during center time. These materials have encouraged imaginative play, creativity, communication, and social interaction among their peers. I would also like to express my sincere gratitude for the LEGO block table. It has quickly become a favorite activity in the classroom, giving students opportunities to build, create, problem-solve, and strengthen important fine motor skills while working both independently and collaboratively.\r\n Your generosity helps me create a welcoming, organized, and engaging learning environment where my students can learn, explore, and grow. I am truly grateful for your support and for investing in the success and happiness of my students. Thank you for making such a positive impact on our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1781117840177,"projectUrl":"project/sensational-learning-centers/10218545/","projectTitle":"Sensational Learning Centers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cuellar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9487852_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709817864591","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9487852"},{"teacherId":9360634,"projectId":10102138,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of alphabet puppets to my Pre-K classroom. Your kindness and support mean so much to both me and my students.\r\nThe children were immediately excited to use the puppets, and they have already become a favorite part of our classroom. These puppets are helping my students practice important early literacy skills like letter recognition, letter sounds, rhyming, and oral language in a fun and engaging way. They bring learning to life and encourage even my shyest students to participate. Because of your generosity, my students are able to learn through play, exploration, and hands-on experiences that make a lasting impact. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping create joyful learning opportunities for young children.","fullyFundedDate":1777997328483,"projectUrl":"project/phonics-fun-with-alphabet-puppets/10102138/","projectTitle":"Phonics Fun With Alphabet Puppets","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9360634_orig.jpg?crop=966,966,x1363,y34&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699494333360","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9360634"},{"teacherId":9360634,"projectId":10134647,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. The Tonies box has quickly become one of the most loved choice time center activities. Our pre-kindergarten students are absolutely thrilled with it! They use it daily to listen to stories and songs. The interactive content has supported language development, listening skills, and imagination. This donation has created a calm engaging space where students can independently explore in a meaningful way. Your support has truly made a difference in our classroom. Seeing the excitement on their faces as they gather around the listening center reminds me of just how you have impacted our learning environment. Thank you for investing in my students growth!","fullyFundedDate":1774375078919,"projectUrl":"project/tuning-into-literacy-with-tonie/10134647/","projectTitle":"Tuning into Literacy with Tonie","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9360634_orig.jpg?crop=966,966,x1363,y34&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699494333360","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9360634"},{"teacherId":7276362,"projectId":10008975,"letterContent":"The label maker has quickly become one of the most versatile and impactful tools in our classroom. I've been able to use it in so many meaningful ways that support both student learning and classroom organization.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite uses has been creating custom stickers to celebrate student testing success. These small moments of recognition go a long way in building confidence and motivation—students light up when they receive them! I've also used the label maker to create name tags for field trips, which helps ensure student safety and makes organizing groups much smoother.\r\n\r\nBeyond that, the label maker has helped strengthen our classroom community. I've made stickers for our school house team meetings to build school spirit and a sense of belonging. Students take pride in representing their teams, and these small touches help make those experiences more special.\r\n\r\nOn a daily basis, the label maker has also transformed how I organize our classroom. I've created clear, easy-to-read labels for storage bins and supplies, making it easier for students to find and return materials independently. I've also labeled student workbooks and journals, helping keep everything organized and reducing lost materials.\r\n\r\nWhen we first started using the label maker, students were immediately excited to see their names and classroom items neatly labeled—it made everything feel more official and cared for.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, I plan to continue using this tool to support organization, celebrate student achievements, and build classroom culture. It will also play a key role in helping students take more ownership of our space by keeping materials organized and accessible.\r\n\r\nThank you for providing a resource that supports not just organization, but also student pride, safety, and community. It has truly made a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1769542754076,"projectUrl":"project/stuck-on-learning-an-organized-classroo/10008975/","projectTitle":"Stuck on Learning: an Organized Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7276362_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753108184810","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7276362"},{"teacherId":7276362,"projectId":10008998,"letterContent":"My students were completely immersed in learning about the culture of Martinique, and this project truly brought their learning to life in ways a textbook never could. Through hands-on experiences, they explored the island's traditions, food, and environment while making meaningful connections across subjects.\r\n\r\nOne of the most memorable moments was when students got to taste plantain chips and sorbet. For many, it was their first time trying these foods, and it sparked so much curiosity and conversation. They asked thoughtful questions about ingredients, climate, and how food connects to culture. In math, students created their own \"fruit salad\" using fractions, combining cultural learning with real-world math application. In writing, they stepped into the role of travelers by creating postcards, describing the beauty of Martinique and sharing what they had learned.\r\n\r\nWhen we unpacked the materials, the excitement was immediate. Students loved being part of the process—not just using the materials, but helping bring the experience to life. They eagerly worked together to put decorations together and transform our classroom into a tropical scene, complete with scenic beach backdrops, inflatable palm trees, birds, and bright, colorful decorations. This sense of ownership made the experience even more meaningful for them.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue building on this experience by comparing cultures, reflecting on similarities and differences, and deepening their understanding of the world around them. They'll use their writing and research skills to explore new countries and continue making connections between culture, geography, and everyday life.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create an experience that allowed my students to explore, taste, create, and truly feel connected to a new culture. This was more than a lesson—it was a lasting memory.","fullyFundedDate":1772915828398,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-martinique-culture-math-mus/10008998/","projectTitle":"Exploring Martinique: Culture, Math, Music, and the African Diaspora","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7276362_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753108184810","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7276362"},{"teacherId":7276362,"projectId":9963248,"letterContent":"My students have been so excited to use their new resources, especially their fluency passports and grid paper journals! Each day, we dedicate time to building math fluency, and these tools have truly transformed that routine into something engaging and meaningful. Students use their fluency passports to track their progress, set goals, and celebrate their growth, which has helped build both confidence and ownership of their learning. In their grid paper journals, they carefully solve problems, organize their thinking, and take notes—just like real mathematicians.\r\n\r\nOne moment that really stood out was during a recent math block when students were working on multi-step problem solving. Instead of rushing through answers, they used their grid paper to neatly show each step, check their work, and even explain their thinking in writing. I heard students saying things like, \"I want to make sure my work is clear,\" which shows how much pride they are taking in their learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students couldn't wait to start using their journals and were especially proud of having their own \"official\" math tools. The fluency passports felt like something special—they were eager to fill them in and track their progress right away.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build on this strong foundation. Students will use their journals to tackle more complex word problems and begin incorporating math vocabulary and reflections into their notes. With their fluency passports, they will keep setting goals and working toward mastery, building both accuracy and speed. These resources are helping create a classroom where students feel confident, motivated, and proud to grow as mathematicians.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students tools that truly make a difference in how they learn and see themselves!","fullyFundedDate":1765997585657,"projectUrl":"project/flying-towards-fluency-in-fourth/9963248/","projectTitle":"Flying Towards Fluency in Fourth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7276362_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753108184810","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7276362"},{"teacherId":9486431,"projectId":9830708,"letterContent":"The technology upgrades for our robotics team have been a game changer, literally! We are better prepared and more organized which directly affects our performance in our games. The new computer has been utilized for coding and research. The students have learned a lot through coding and are constantly growing. Our charging box has helped us stay organized and keep all of our batteries and controllers charged and ready to go! Thank you so much for your generosity towards our robotics students. We are grateful for the support!","fullyFundedDate":1764718950057,"projectUrl":"project/robotics-technology-upgrade/9830708/","projectTitle":"Robotics Technology Upgrade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9486431_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y89&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753985350658","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9486431"},{"teacherId":9488851,"projectId":9888643,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our Pre-K classroom. Because of your kindness, our students now have a beautiful light table and new math manipulatives that bring learning to life. \r\n\r\n The light table has quickly become one of the most exciting and engaging areas in our room. It encourages curiosity, exploration, and hands-on discovery. Students who are just beginning to recognize numbers, shapes, and patterns are now able to see them glow, sort them, and build with them. This kind of interactive learning strengthens early math skills, language development, fine motor coordination, and cooperative play.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a lasting impact on young learners and helping to foster a love of learning that will stay with them for years to come. We are truly grateful for your support","fullyFundedDate":1764261136856,"projectUrl":"project/let-there-be-light-shining-light-on-ma/9888643/","projectTitle":"Let There Be Light - Shining Light on Math!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gitters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488851"},{"teacherId":9360634,"projectId":9883055,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for the STEM kits! They arrived just as we were starting our unit on fairy tales. The students were so excited to have a chance for hands on exploration while reading the stories. And, l was excited for the opportunity for a cross curricular activity. We read the story of Rapunzel during our reading block. In STEAM, we used the kit to build a tower and construct a ladder. The students had to think critically and it was wonderful to see them engage in a productive struggle. Afterwards they wanted to keep the characters in the block center to continue playing with them during our choice time. We have done the other kits in the same format. Thank you for extending the learning in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763563204753,"projectUrl":"project/story-sparks-stem-adventures/9883055/","projectTitle":"Story Sparks STEM Adventures","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9360634_orig.jpg?crop=966,966,x1363,y34&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699494333360","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9360634"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_43148","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":423,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":93,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":96,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":0,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":47.8,"schoolId":43148,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Furman L Templeton Elementary School 125 on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Furman L Templeton Elementary School 125","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maryland/baltimore-city-public-school-district/furman-l-templeton-elementary-school-125/43148"}