{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Old Post Road Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9522829,"projectId":9691350,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! The moment the chair pockets arrived, my students were absolutely thrilled. Their eyes lit up with excitement as we unpacked the materials, and many of them immediately started exploring the pockets, asking what they could store inside. For five-year-olds, having their very own space to keep their supplies felt like a big-kid moment!\r\n\r\n We're already using the chair pockets every day during our literacy and math rotations. One of our favorite projects so far has been our \"Reading Buddy\" Journals. Each student keeps their journal, a pencil, and a small book tucked neatly in their chair pocket. This makes transitions smoother and helps the kids take more responsibility for their materials. One student even said, \"It's like my backpack, but on my chair!\"\r\nHaving these chair pockets has brought a sense of independence and organization to our classroom that we truly needed. They've made our learning space feel more structured and calm — no more lost crayons or scrambled papers!\r\n\r\n Next up, we're diving into a unit on community helpers. The chair pockets will help students keep their research folders and vocabulary cards organized as we explore the different jobs people do in our neighborhoods. I can't wait to see how this added structure will help them grow as learners.\r\nThank you again for investing in our classroom. You didn't just donate materials — you gave my students a tool that helps them feel capable, responsible, and ready to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1757683083238,"projectUrl":"project/chair-pocket-power/9691350/","projectTitle":"Chair Pocket Power!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Denning","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9522829_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715719903026","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9522829"},{"teacherId":8651487,"projectId":9452608,"letterContent":"Words cannot describe the gratitude I have for the people who have helped make this project possible!!!\r\n\r\nThe impact of a full belly will help students focus on their schoolwork and an overall sense of safety and security. This project will make a great impact on attitude, behavior and overall well being of my students. When students know they can come to school and focus on their academics, rather than their basic needs it makes for a more successful school day all around. The support of individuals like you is greatly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1757683149728,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time/9452608/","projectTitle":"Snack Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hammel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8651487_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x563,y196&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661377830080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8651487"},{"teacherId":8651487,"projectId":9405478,"letterContent":"Words cannot describe the gratitude I have for the people who have helped make this project possible! These materials have brought smiles to many faces!\r\n\r\nThe bins have been helpful to organize the materials for small groups. The decorations and motivational posters have brightened up the learning space. Thank you for helping to create a welcoming space for all that will enter!\r\n\r\nProjects like this would not be possible without the kindness of people like you! Your generosity is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1757683117045,"projectUrl":"project/big-fun-in-small-group/9405478/","projectTitle":"Big Fun in Small Group","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hammel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8651487_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x563,y196&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661377830080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8651487"},{"teacherId":9522829,"projectId":8893115,"letterContent":"My scholars were amazed when they came into our classroom and I had all the snack options out on display for them to see. They excitedly were pointing and saying, \"these are my favorite\" and \"I love those!\" Every day we look forward to snack where we can fuel our bodies and dive back into learning. These snacks have helped my students with food insecurities not only have a snack before going home, but also it has removed the guilt they feel if they did not bring something from home or save something from breakfast/lunch that day to have later. I can see a change in their body language and in their overall attitude about snack time. Thank you for helping my students not only not be hungry, but in helping them grow and learn!","fullyFundedDate":1738170852763,"projectUrl":"project/learning-fuel/8893115/","projectTitle":"Learning Fuel","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Denning","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9522829_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715719903026","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9522829"},{"teacherId":9522829,"projectId":8812823,"letterContent":"My kindergarten scholars love the new additions to our Literacy Nook center! The wooden shelf organizer holds a variety of writing papers for them to choose to write on. I have colored construction paper, large and small notebooks, index cards, and sticky notes. They have used these materials along with a variety of writing utensils and stamps to make sentences, letters and booklets to share with their friends and family. \r\n\r\nThe black shelf is used to hold different themed activities that they can sit at the desk to use. Since we are in Winter, I have a variety of animals and winter accessories for them to write stories about. Recently a scholar took the colored construction paper and pens and made a flip book of some of the activities they did outside in all this snow we have been having! Just before spring, I plan on changing out the themed bins so that they can use spring themed words and pictures to write and enjoy writing. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping to make this possible! These resources have helped me organize the materials for them to easily access all the materials so they can focus on loving and enjoying reading and writing. You have helped me to be closer to achieving my goal of creating a world of readers and writers. We greatly appreciate your donations to our classroom and wish you the best!","fullyFundedDate":1734099433877,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-world-of-readers-and-writers/8812823/","projectTitle":"Creating a World of Readers and Writers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Denning","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9522829_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715719903026","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9522829"},{"teacherId":8651487,"projectId":8718019,"letterContent":"Words cannot express the gratitude I felt when I received the email that this project was fully funded! Students at my school will now be able to come to school feeling a little more comfortable knowing that they will be warmer when they are on their way to and from school. Having their basic needs met will mean they can focus on their education. As a teacher, I can feel more at ease knowing they have these needs met.\r\n\r\nProjects like this would not be possible without the kindness and generosity of people like you!","fullyFundedDate":1726717148522,"projectUrl":"project/cold-months-are-coming-part-2/8718019/","projectTitle":"Cold Months Are Coming- Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hammel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8651487_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x563,y196&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661377830080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8651487"},{"teacherId":7575619,"projectId":8780393,"letterContent":"We have had so much fun playing and learning from our sensory bins! Every month/science unit/season we have been changing the bin to fit our theme. We have enjoyed a holiday and winter bin, fall bin, and now a polar animals bin as we move through our science curriculum. The sensory table and stools have been the perfect addition to our discovery zone center and the kids always look forward to playing there. I'm so grateful that we were able to not only get our table and chairs, but also get some starter fillers and toy animals to use in our thematic sensory bins.","fullyFundedDate":1727119916316,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-bin-set-up/8780393/","projectTitle":"Sensory Bin Set Up","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Benoit","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7575619_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639017498747","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7575619"},{"teacherId":9522829,"projectId":8678978,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the cozy couch! I was thrilled when I first saw it! Its flexibility allows for me to change up the seating so either one or two students can sit or lay down and read. They were jumping for joy and couldn't wait for their turn to read on it. The soft material and beautiful blue color complement everything in the center perfectly. It truly adds to the space in such a wonderful way.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments so far has been seeing two students reading a book to each other on the new couch. It has genuinely met my goal of providing a clean, soft, and inviting space to foster their love of reading. The couch has become a beloved part of the area, and I can already see how it is helping create a comfortable environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, the next step for our area is adding a new writing desk so the students can practice reading and guided drawing. I'm excited to continue enhancing the space and supporting the students' learning experiences.\r\nThank you again for your thoughtful gift. It has made such a positive impact!","fullyFundedDate":1726755728677,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-library-seating-area/8678978/","projectTitle":"Cozy Library Seating Area","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Denning","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9522829_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715719903026","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9522829"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_64672","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":850,"numTeachers":64,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":45,"percentWhite":20,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":20,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":64.8,"schoolId":64672,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Old Post Road Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Old Post Road Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maryland/harford-county-public-school-district/william-paca-old-post-rd-elementary-school/64672"}