{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mary E Rodman Elementary School 204","outOfStateSupporters":43.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9077411,"projectId":10284405,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students now have access to multisensory learning tools that bring reading instruction to life. These hands-on materials engage students through seeing, touching, moving, and interacting with their learning, making phonics and foundational reading skills more meaningful and memorable.\r\n\r\nThese resources have been especially valuable during small group instruction, allowing teachers to provide targeted, interactive lessons that meet the diverse needs of every learner. Students are more engaged, more confident, and more willing to take risks as they practice new skills in a supportive environment.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created a lasting impact that extends far beyond this school year. These multisensory tools will continue to support developing readers for years to come, helping countless students build the strong literacy foundation they need to succeed. Thank you for investing in our students and making learning both engaging and effective!","fullyFundedDate":1779230903464,"projectUrl":"project/multisensory-tools-for-growing-readers/10284405/","projectTitle":"Multisensory Tools for Growing Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zelez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9077411_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1783654338566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9077411"},{"teacherId":9077411,"projectId":10256123,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our students now have engaging phonics materials that make learning to read both fun and effective. These resources have transformed our small group reading instruction by giving students hands-on opportunities to practice essential phonics skills, build confidence, and strengthen their decoding abilities.\r\n\r\nThe new materials allow teachers to provide targeted instruction that meets students where they are, helping every child make meaningful progress toward becoming a fluent reader. Students are more engaged during lessons, excited to participate, and eager to apply the skills they are learning to real reading experiences.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a lasting difference in our classroom. These phonics resources will continue to benefit students year after year, laying the foundation for stronger reading success and a lifelong love of learning. Thank you for believing in our students and helping us build confident, capable readers!","fullyFundedDate":1778531130043,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-readers-through-engaging/10256123/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Readers Through Engaging Phonics Instruction","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zelez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9077411_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1783654338566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9077411"},{"teacherId":9077411,"projectId":10181868,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our literacy closet is now an organized, easy-to-access resource that helps teachers quickly find the materials they need for small group reading instruction. Instead of spending valuable instructional time searching for books and intervention materials, teachers can focus on meeting with students and providing targeted reading support.\r\n\r\nThe organization system has made it easier to group resources by skill and level, ensuring that every student can receive instruction that matches their individual needs. Whether students are working on foundational reading skills, fluency, or comprehension, teachers now have the tools they need right at their fingertips.\r\n\r\nYour support has created a lasting impact that extends beyond one classroom. These materials will benefit countless students and teachers for years to come, helping us provide more effective reading instruction and giving our young readers the opportunity to grow into confident, successful learners. 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The students were so happy and asked so many questions about the materials. These materials will be used each year for our family unit and community unit to help connect home to school.","fullyFundedDate":1701270173940,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-cultures-through-play/8022326/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Cultures Through Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4285852_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486954705127","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4285852"},{"teacherId":9077411,"projectId":10156000,"letterContent":"This project will have a lasting impact on my students by helping create a classroom where reading is exciting, meaningful, and accessible to everyone. The new books will give students opportunities to explore different stories, characters, and topics that spark their curiosity and encourage independent reading.\r\nMany of my students are still developing confidence as readers, and having engaging books they can connect with helps build both their literacy skills and their love of learning. These resources will support reading growth by increasing student motivation, strengthening comprehension, and encouraging students to spend more time reading both in and outside of the classroom.\r\nBeyond academics, books help students develop empathy, creativity, and imagination. They allow students to see themselves reflected in stories while also learning about experiences different from their own. 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Each item was carefully used to teach the girls how to care for themselves and their unique needs.\r\n\r\nMany of our girls struggle and miss school when they don't have their hair done and to be able to give them a style for free, is so meaningful to their lives. They built up their own confidence but also worked to build up each other. 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Overall , this project has had a tremendous positive affect on our scholars: this has increased there engagement academically and has improved their involvement and how they interact with each other.","fullyFundedDate":1760390488646,"projectUrl":"project/starry-escape-a-peaceful-place/9676097/","projectTitle":"Starry Escape: A Peaceful Place","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6792217_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758491799601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6792217"},{"teacherId":9384798,"projectId":9646736,"letterContent":"We were beyond excited when the new resources arrived in our classroom. As soon as we opened the materials together, their curiosity and enthusiasm were immediate—many of them couldn't wait to start exploring and asking questions. We began using the resources during a hands-on project where students worked in small groups to apply what they were learning in a more interactive way. One memorable moment was watching students who are usually quiet step forward to lead their group discussions, confidently explaining their ideas and experimenting with the materials.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these resources, our small groups have become more engaging and collaborative. Students are using the materials to test ideas, solve problems, and connect classroom concepts to real-world situations. Instead of only listening they are more hands on and willing to help others, which has helped build both confidence and excitement for learning. It has been wonderful to see students encouraging each other and celebrating small successes as they work through challenges together.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to support our current unit as students move into deeper projects that require creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking. Our next step is for students to use what they've learned to design and present their own solutions and ideas as part of a class showcase. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is filled with new opportunities for discovery, and our students are more motivated than ever to learn and grow","fullyFundedDate":1764735032736,"projectUrl":"project/essentials-and-treats-make-our-hearts-be/9646736/","projectTitle":"Essentials and Treats Make Our Hearts Beat","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A. 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Many of my students had never been exposed to Lunar New Year before, so this project opened the door to important conversations about diversity, respect, and celebrating differences.\r\nThe hands-on materials helped make learning come alive. Students were excited to participate, asked thoughtful questions, and made personal connections to the lessons. These experiences encouraged empathy, global awareness, and a sense of inclusion—especially important in an inner-city Baltimore classroom where exposure to different cultures helps broaden students' perspectives.\r\nBecause of this project, students not only learned about Lunar New Year but also gained a greater understanding of how traditions connect people across the world. The impact of this project goes beyond the celebration itself, helping students become more open-minded, culturally aware learners.","fullyFundedDate":1767021584134,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year/9964350/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zelez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9077411_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1783654338566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9077411"},{"teacherId":9077411,"projectId":9964423,"letterContent":"This project has transformed learning in our classroom by giving students the opportunity to learn through hands-on experiences rather than just worksheets or lectures. With these materials, students are actively building, experimenting, problem-solving, and collaborating with one another every day.\r\nHands-on learning has helped my students better understand challenging concepts by allowing them to see and touch what they are learning. Whether they are working in small groups, testing ideas, or creating their own solutions, students are more engaged, confident, and excited about learning. I've seen students who once struggled to stay focused become leaders during activities, explaining their thinking and supporting their peers.\r\nThese resources have also encouraged teamwork, critical thinking, and perseverance. Students learn that mistakes are part of the process and that trying again leads to growth. Most importantly, this project has made learning meaningful and joyful, helping students develop skills they will carry with them beyond the classroom.\r\nBecause of this project, my students feel empowered to explore, ask questions, and take ownership of their learning—an impact that will last long after the materials are used.","fullyFundedDate":1767208603187,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on/9964423/","projectTitle":"Hands-On!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zelez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9077411_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1783654338566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9077411"},{"teacherId":9077411,"projectId":9782037,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our cheer team now has proper practice clothes and a tumbling mattress that have made a tremendous difference in both safety and confidence. The team uses these resources during daily practices to learn routines, improve technique, and support one another. One powerful moment was watching athletes attempt new skills with confidence, knowing they had the right equipment and a safe surface to practice on.\r\nWhen the practice clothes and tumbling mattress first arrived, the athletes were excited and proud. Having matching practice attire created a sense of unity and belonging, while the tumbling mattress immediately made students feel safer and more comfortable trying new movements. For many team members, this was their first time having access to proper cheer equipment, and it made them feel valued and supported.\r\nBecause of your support, our next steps include building stronger routines, improving tumbling skills, and continuing to focus on teamwork, discipline, and leadership. With the right equipment, our athletes can train safely, set higher goals, and grow both on and off the mat. Your generosity has helped remove barriers and created opportunities for our cheerleaders to shine. Thank you for investing in their safety, confidence, and success. 💙📣","fullyFundedDate":1764734558093,"projectUrl":"project/a-chance-to-cheer/9782037/","projectTitle":"A Chance to Cheer!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zelez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9077411_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1783654338566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9077411"},{"teacherId":9077411,"projectId":9324024,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has hands-on math materials that have greatly enhanced how students learn and understand math concepts. We use these materials daily during whole-group lessons, small-group instruction, and math centers. One memorable moment was watching students use manipulatives to model their thinking, explain their strategies to classmates, and gain confidence as abstract ideas became concrete and meaningful.\r\nWhen the math materials first arrived, my students were excited and eager to explore them. Many immediately asked when they could use them and carefully examined each item. Students who often felt unsure during math lessons showed increased enthusiasm and willingness to participate. The materials helped create a positive and engaging math environment where students felt successful.\r\nBecause of your support, our next steps include using these resources to deepen problem-solving skills, strengthen math vocabulary, and encourage collaborative learning. Students will continue building confidence as they tackle more challenging concepts using tools that support their understanding. 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