{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Govans Elementary School 213","outOfStateSupporters":35.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1994582,"projectId":10206309,"letterContent":"My students have been able to start the year using manipulatives to increase their number knowledge by counting ocean animals, matching them to numbers as they build sets, and choose manipulatives that best interest them. By having choices, students are able to self select and self guide themselves into additional suplemental learning activities for them to build on number concepts we are already learning in the classroom. \r\nWhen classroom tutors come in to work with students, they are able to use these materials to help students one on one build on concepts they need extra support with. Thank you for helping making our classroom one with desired materials for students to learn with.","fullyFundedDate":1778535901668,"projectUrl":"project/an-ocean-of-independence/10206309/","projectTitle":"An Ocean of Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1994582_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476204955818","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1994582"},{"teacherId":4511970,"projectId":10650570,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of my project. You helped me obtain books that were of high interest and requested by my students in the library. All of the books that I received have been checked out multiple times already, so I really appreciate your financial assistance!\r\n\r\nSome of the books were requested by students who do not seem as interested in reading, and I was able to check out a book because they really wanted a particular book. One book can make all the difference!\r\n\r\nI hope you know that you have my sincerest thanks!\r\nMs. Walsh-Little","fullyFundedDate":1790780812156,"projectUrl":"project/books-give-them-what-they-want/10650570/","projectTitle":"Books: Give Them What They Want!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walsh-Little","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4511970_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1543070994803","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4511970"},{"teacherId":9397490,"projectId":10201567,"letterContent":"This project has been an integral part of supporting our youngest learners with strategies for emotional regulation, skills that impact all areas of school readiness during the day. This project provided items that will help me teach yoga and breathwork by pushing in to our PE and STEM classes. \r\n\r\nBy helping support this project, through connection to the land, young students can learn about shared responsibility, taking care of themselves, each other, the community and the greater world. Instilling this sense of responsibility and stewardship enhances presence for the learning environment, a sense of calm for the day, and healthier problem solving. This would not be possible without your generous support.","fullyFundedDate":1778772576706,"projectUrl":"project/rooted-in-play-outdoor-yoga/10201567/","projectTitle":"Rooted in Play: Outdoor Yoga","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Silber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9397490_orig.jpg?crop=87,87,x0,y5&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750946666804","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9397490"},{"teacherId":6525359,"projectId":10109913,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our speech and language program! Your kindness has made a meaningful difference for my students and has helped create therapy sessions that are engaging, motivating, and full of opportunities to communicate.\r\n\r\nThe materials you provided have allowed my students to practice important speech and language skills in fun and meaningful ways. Rather than simply completing worksheets, students are able to learn through hands-on activities, games, and real-life experiences. \r\n\r\nOne of the greatest impacts of your donation has been the excitement these materials bring to our speech room. My students look forward to using them, and that enthusiasm encourages them to participate, communicate, and challenge themselves. \r\n\r\nThese materials will be used again and again with students of many different ages and\r\nabilities, allowing your generosity to have an impact far beyond a single lesson or school year.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping me provide them with meaningful\r\nopportunities to strengthen their communication skills. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for helping make our speech room a place where students can learn,\r\ncommunicate, and grow","fullyFundedDate":1776817993187,"projectUrl":"project/playing-cooking-our-way-to-stronger-co/10109913/","projectTitle":"Playing & Cooking Our Way to Stronger Communication!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kilcoyne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6525359"},{"teacherId":116752,"projectId":10221962,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our recess and playground project to life! Your generosity has directly transformed outdoor play for my energetic Pre-K students, creating a more inclusive and joyful environment for every child in our class. The Little Tikes picnic table has been an absolute lifesaver. Recently, a couple of friends in our class have had temporary medical restrictions on large motor play. Thanks to this table, they were able to sit comfortably outside, play with toys, and feel completely included in the recess experience rather than feeling left out on the sidelines. When the students first saw the materials, the room filled with pure excitement! I unboxed the balance stepping stones indoors first to explain how they worked. Even though I told them the stones would be used outside, they insisted on a quick indoor test run. Later that afternoon when we headed out to the playground, the very first question out of their mouths was, \"When can we set up the stepping stones?!\"\r\nWe are keeping the momentum going! Moving forward, our next goals are to continue practicing our coordination with the new hula hoops and drawing vibrant masterpieces on our large flower chalkboards.\r\nI am so excited to watch my students build their balance on the stepping stones and to listen to their storytelling grow around the picnic table. Thank you for investing in our classroom, our play, and our community!","fullyFundedDate":1779291695534,"projectUrl":"project/bloom-balance-and-play-our-outdoor-oa/10221962/","projectTitle":"Bloom, Balance, and Play: Our Outdoor Oasis","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Canull","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp116752_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474149822568","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-canull"},{"teacherId":1994582,"projectId":9817531,"letterContent":"Thank you for contibuting to our classroom project. Students are using the bins to help access resources in the classroom including math manipulatives and various table top exploration activities.\r\nStudents were excited when they got the bins because they now have an easy way to store materials and also because the manipulatives are in clear bins, they are able to see what they are getting before moving the bin.\r\nNext steps are using the colored bin to organize table materials so that each table will be able to get their colored bin of materials.","fullyFundedDate":1770748897343,"projectUrl":"project/self-storage/9817531/","projectTitle":"Self Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1994582_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476204955818","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1994582"},{"teacherId":636459,"projectId":10050351,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of noise-canceling headphones to our STEM classroom. In a modern learning environment, \"STEM\" often means a lot of wonderful noise—chomp saws cutting, robots whirring, and collaborative groups brainstorming. While this energy is exciting, it can be overwhelming for students who need to focus on complex coding or data analysis.\r\n\r\nThese headphones have been a total game-changer. Our students now have the \"quiet zone\" they need right at their desks. I've noticed that several of my students who used to struggle with sensory overstimulation are now the first to grab their gear and dive into their projects. They feel empowered and supported, knowing they have the tools to manage their own learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for the students is the \"pro-level\" feel of the technology. They feel like real engineers working in a high-tech lab. One student, who previously had difficulty staying on task during independent research, told me, \"It's like the rest of the world disappears and I can finally hear my own thoughts.\" Your kindness has not only provided hardware but has fostered a more inclusive, focused, and professional atmosphere for these future innovators.","fullyFundedDate":1771011547219,"projectUrl":"project/can-you-hear-me-now/10050351/","projectTitle":"Can You Hear Me Now?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kelley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp636459_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y91&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713977049280","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/636459"},{"teacherId":1505635,"projectId":9967767,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been making great use of the snacks that were generously donated. The snacks help ensure that students have the energy they need to stay focused and ready to learn throughout the day. Sometimes students come to school hungry or get hungry before lunchtime, and having these snacks available allows us to take a quick break so everyone can refuel and get back to learning. One memorable moment was during a reading lesson when a student who had been struggling to focus was able to have a quick snack and then successfully complete the activity with their group. It made a big difference in helping them stay engaged.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the snacks, they were so excited and grateful. Many of them immediately said \"thank you\" and were amazed that people cared enough to support our classroom in this way. They were happy to know that if they felt hungry during the day, there would be something available to help them feel better and ready to learn.\r\nAs we continue with our lessons, students are working hard on building their reading, writing, and problem-solving skills. Having snacks available helps keep students comfortable and focused so they can fully participate in these activities. The next steps in our classroom include small group reading instruction and hands-on math practice, and these snacks help make sure every student is ready to do their best work. We are incredibly grateful for the generosity and kindness that made this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1766271825201,"projectUrl":"project/learning-runs-on-healthy-food/9967767/","projectTitle":"Learning Runs on Healthy Food","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Confer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1505635_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651372011996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1505635"},{"teacherId":1505635,"projectId":8023035,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose! Our new cozy corner bench and ceiling canopy have quickly become a special space for our students. We use this area as a calm and comfortable place where students can read quietly, practice independent work, or take a moment to reset if they are feeling overwhelmed. One of my favorite moments so far was watching a student choose a book, curl up on the bench under the canopy, and proudly read several pages independently. It has truly created a peaceful learning space that encourages focus and confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the cozy corner, their faces lit up with excitement. They were amazed that our classroom had a space that felt so warm and inviting. Many students immediately asked when they could read there or share a book with a friend. The canopy makes the space feel like a little reading hideaway, and the bench gives students a comfortable place to sit and enjoy their books.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our literacy lessons, students will use the cozy corner during independent reading time and small-group activities. They are working on building stamina while reading and practicing retelling stories using key details. This new space helps students stay engaged and excited about reading. Thank you again for helping create an environment where students feel comfortable, supported, and eager to learn. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1699903035741,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-reading-and-stories-for-home/8023035/","projectTitle":"Cozy Reading and Stories for Home","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Confer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1505635_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651372011996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1505635"},{"teacherId":10360250,"projectId":10030248,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my food project for my Pre-K classroom. My students are bright-eyed, kind, smart, and full of energy. At times, they have difficulty sustaining focus because of grumbling tummies, which can prevent them from fully engaging with the vital information they need to learn to succeed.\r\n\r\nYour donation gives them a chance to reset. They can nourish their bodies with the wonderful snacks you provided, which helps quiet the extra noise that can sometimes linger in their minds. With full bellies, they are calmer, more comfortable, and better able to participate in learning.\r\n\r\nYour donation has also allowed me to better meet the needs of a student with special needs who has very specific sensory and taste preferences that their family is not currently able to provide. Before, he spent a large portion of the day dysregulated and yearning for snacks that the school and I could not afford to provide. Because of your generosity, he is now more fed, more regulated, and more ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYou will never know how much your support means to my class. Thank you again for being part of DonorsChoose and for showing up for my students in such a meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1769118504155,"projectUrl":"project/focus-fuel-for-friends-in-pre-k/10030248/","projectTitle":"Focus Fuel for Friends in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H-T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10360250"},{"teacherId":10360250,"projectId":9919782,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity and support. We are incredibly grateful to be the recipients of these new resources, and they have already become a meaningful part of our classroom community.\r\n\r\nStudents are using the materials daily during center time in a variety of purposeful ways. They choose to engage with them for extended learning after completing their work, as a calming option when they are feeling upset, and as opportunities to deepen their understanding of concepts we are exploring. I have observed students working both independently and collaboratively—laughing, learning, problem-solving, and playing together. One particularly special moment was watching a small group of students naturally take turns, explain their thinking to one another, and persist through challenges using the materials without adult prompting.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the resources, their excitement was immediate. They were eager, curious, and full of questions. Many students could not wait to explore and asked when they would get to use them. Their enthusiasm quickly turned into focused engagement as they realized these materials were \"just right\" for their learning and interests.\r\n\r\nBy contributing to our project, you gave our students a little glimpse into what it means when someone believes in them. It feels amazing to know that others want to invest in the cultivation of our curiosity and potential. Moving forward, students will continue using these resources to extend current lessons, support social-emotional development, and build independence during centers. We will also use them to encourage collaboration, communication, and problem-solving as students apply what they are learning in new and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and belief in our classroom. Your support is making a lasting impact on our students each and every day.","fullyFundedDate":1763949913439,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-letters-numbers-and-confiden/9919782/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Letters, Numbers, and Confidence in Pre-K!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H-T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10360250"},{"teacherId":636459,"projectId":9886912,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity in supporting our project, \"Builders Gonna Build, Makers Gonna Make.\" The arrival of the new chompsaws and electric scissors has completely transformed the energy in our STEM classroom.\r\n\r\nBefore these resources arrived, my students often struggled and felt frustrated trying to cut through thick cardboard with standard classroom scissors. Now, those barriers are gone! When the students first saw the electric scissors in action, their eyes lit up with excitement. They are now eager to jump straight into their assignments because the \"hard part\" of construction has become a fun, accessible task.\r\n\r\nWe are currently in the middle of our mini-golf course engineering challenge. These tools have made it so much easier for students to cut precise shapes and sturdy foundations for their holes. Watching them collaborate and build complex structures with ease has been the highlight of my semester. Your support has not only provided tools but has fueled a newfound confidence in my young engineers.","fullyFundedDate":1764365556509,"projectUrl":"project/builders-gonna-build-makers-gonna-make/9886912/","projectTitle":"Builders Gonna Build, Makers Gonna Make","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kelley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp636459_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y91&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713977049280","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/636459"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_64389","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":415,"numTeachers":29,"percentFrplEligible":69,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":84,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":8,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.6,"schoolId":64389,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Govans Elementary School 213 on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Govans Elementary School 213","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maryland/baltimore-city-public-school-district/govans-elementary-school-213/64389"}