{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Washington Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9063649,"projectId":9456180,"letterContent":"This has helped my so much. I use these during my centers. I use them for fun fridays. I use them for MCAS prep days. As much and as often as I can, I use these to make my students enjoy learning. So much so that students even use them during their free time. I have been able to get 99% of my students to reach progress goals in reading. I feel this shows the huge impact this had made for me and my students. This year they have made so much progress and I do feel making learning fun always helps.","fullyFundedDate":1754345076838,"projectUrl":"project/make-literacy-fun/9456180/","projectTitle":"Make Literacy Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Babcock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9063649_orig.jpg?crop=1244,1244,x0,y120&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715265925118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9063649"},{"teacherId":6778218,"projectId":10148672,"letterContent":"The items that you graciously donated to our classroom will help my first and second grade students with special needs stay engaged while learning. These materials will facilitate independence and fluency with their reading skills. \r\n\r\nMy students are eager to learn and I am grateful to you and your support to help make that happen. My students come from a variety of income homes; from homeless to middle class. I love giving them a learning space where they feel safe to try new things, and if they fail, they can try again.","fullyFundedDate":1778107247963,"projectUrl":"project/decodable-readers-and-more/10148672/","projectTitle":"Decodable Readers and More","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6778218"},{"teacherId":10054281,"projectId":9950966,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the resources to make our second Culture Fair so successful. Last year, the presenters comprised our multi-lingual learners. They taught peers and families about their own culture. This year, with your help, we opened it up to the general school population. The number of presenters doubled this year from around 50 to 100! The students mainly chose to represent their own culture, but some students were excited to teach their peers about new culture that they researched. We had 25 different countries represented from five continents! \r\nThanks to you, students and families were able to show their creativity with the resources you donated. Presentations ranged from elaborate family creations to simple student-created posters. All students were proud of their efforts and excited to share their presentation and knowledge. \r\nOn the day of the fair, visitors, including the rest of the student body, were given passports and traveled around the world visiting all the countries. The presenters shared their creations and stamped the visitor's passports. It was a wonderful event enjoyed by all. The presenters shared their knowledge, and the visitors had a blast learning about different cultures and collecting stamps. \r\nThe event was a resounding success. Many of the students are already planning next year's event, and it seems that next year's fair will be even bigger! Next year, we plan invite all participants to learn about a new culture to present. That way, both participants and visitors will learn even more about our diverse world cultures.\r\nThank you again. You made this amazing event possible for ALL our participants and their families.","fullyFundedDate":1769983402319,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-make-our-school-culture-fair-suc/9950966/","projectTitle":"Help Us Make Our School Culture Fair Successful","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Luff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10054281"},{"teacherId":4727649,"projectId":9940758,"letterContent":"These have been a wonderful addition for our classroom. We have been using them on a daily basis for a number of things. The students will utilize the bouncy boards while in the calming center to help regulate themselves. They have been used during our indoor gross motor time paired with songs and videos geared for trampolines to help the students get their energy out. One student is using one during our whole group lessons to help stay regulated. I am really impressed with how much enjoyment and assistance these have brought to the classroom. Thank you so much for your support of early childhood education.","fullyFundedDate":1774914378792,"projectUrl":"project/bouncing-helps-us-focus/9940758/","projectTitle":"Bouncing Helps Us Focus!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Madsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmadsenpreschool"},{"teacherId":9620433,"projectId":9827047,"letterContent":"Because of your wonderful donation, the students are now keeping their calm... well sort of! The butterfly has been such an awesome addition to our \"calming kit\" the other teachers loved this tool so much, they ordered some for their classrooms! \r\n\r\nThe students were so excited when the packages arrived! They were very eager to open the boxes. As a class, we opened the boxes and immediately the students gasped! They couldn't believe their eyes! Out of everything that was included, the students seemed the most excited about the snacks! This shows that a snack can go a long way in a student's school day and you helped! Thank you~ Thank you for making our day easier. \r\n\r\nAnother big hit were the floor tiles. New England is snowy most of the year so, this activity is perfect for indoor recess and our snowy months of the year. It gets the students moving when we are inside and it helps the students take turns when stepping on the tiles. I plan on using these tools this year and many years after! Thank you so much for your kind donation. Teachers can be their best because of people like you.","fullyFundedDate":1770838998578,"projectUrl":"project/catch-your-calm/9827047/","projectTitle":"Catch your Calm","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9620433_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724982719185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9620433"},{"teacherId":5627851,"projectId":9414476,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation. These new activities have made great additions to our classroom. We have used them inside when the weather does not allow for outdoor play and we have brought them outside to the playground. These have added a wonderful way to add new way to work on our gross motor skills and have fun. The letter bowling is used inside and help us work on letter recognition and get movement in at the same time. The large peanut is also used to the classroom. Students will often choose to help them regulate their emotions when they are waiting for an activity that they would like to use. These new additions to our classroom have helped our class regulate our emotions and stay calm while learning!","fullyFundedDate":1759797308327,"projectUrl":"project/calming-little-bodies-and-big-emotions/9414476/","projectTitle":"Calming Little Bodies and Big Emotions","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vincze","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5627851_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596652778423","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5627851"},{"teacherId":10248323,"projectId":9697720,"letterContent":"I want to give a deep thank you to each and every one of you. The impact you had on my classroom and students was immense. The kids loved the new materials and activities we were able to receive.\r\n When my students first saw the materials, their eyes brightened up and there were many who jumped out of joy. Many even expressed how cool the material are and they all enjoyed the games we received. This made learning fun and even the challenging goals more manageable. Students who struggled in the beginning were more inclined to keep trying thanks to the donations and they had fun doing so. It was great to see their determination grow.\r\n I want to let you know that all my students send a huge \"thank you!\" to you all, and I would also like to personally thank you as well, for making my classroom a fun and enjoyable place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1761922152278,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-thrive/9697720/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10248323_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761222076570","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/for-mrs-torress-students"},{"teacherId":8418068,"projectId":9923088,"letterContent":"There are not enough words to express my sincere gratitude for your generous support of my classroom project. Because of you, Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation we are enjoying ring toss, bowling, and model magic,which will profoundly impact how my students learn and engage with the curriculum. Your commitment to education is truly inspiring and makes a tangible difference in our school community.\r\nMy students were thrilled to start using these resources and have already shown increased excitement for learning. These items have enabled us to encourage and foster movement which previously wasn't possible. It is wonderful to see their enthusiasm and curiosity grow, all thanks to your generosity.\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and believing in the power of education. We look forward to sharing more about our progress and sending photos of the impact you've made. Your support is not just a donation; it is a gift that will inspire these young minds for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1765747952073,"projectUrl":"project/bowling-and-ring-toss-saves-the-day/9923088/","projectTitle":"Bowling and Ring Toss Saves the Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8418068_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675569235726","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8418068"},{"teacherId":4727649,"projectId":9798382,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing these materials to help increase my students fine and gross motor muscles during age appropriate play. The first thing I introduced to my students was the balance turtles. This class is in love with playing the floor is lava and these turtles provided the missing piece to the game. While playing this game the students are learning to take turns, listen for directions and work on their core strength as well as balance skills. All which are skills they are going to need for reading and writing. The playdough toys were immediately put out in our art center for students to work on their fine motor muscles. They were squeezing, grabbing, pushing and pulling while creating masterpieces. Thank you again for supporting early childhood education.","fullyFundedDate":1770511450719,"projectUrl":"project/fine-and-gross-motor-materials-for-might/9798382/","projectTitle":"Fine and Gross Motor Materials for Mighty Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Madsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmadsenpreschool"},{"teacherId":2863686,"projectId":9816013,"letterContent":"The materials in this project will help create a classroom environment where students build math friendships through calm, creativity, and positive collaboration. Many students experience stress or lack confidence when learning math, and these tools provide supportive ways to help students feel regulated, motivated, and connected to their peers.\r\n\r\nThe sensory suction fidget toys will support students' focus and emotional regulation during math instruction and small-group work. When students have access to calming sensory tools, they are better able to manage frustration, stay engaged, and persist through challenging problem-solving tasks. These tools help create a peaceful learning atmosphere where all students can participate successfully.\r\n\r\nThe bracelets and small prizes will be used to celebrate teamwork, perseverance, and positive math behaviors rather than just correct answers. Recognizing effort encourages students to take risks, explain their thinking, and support classmates, strengthening both confidence and classroom community.\r\n\r\nCollaborative games such as tic-tac-toe boards promote strategic thinking, communication, and partner interaction during math centers. Students practice math skills while engaging in cooperative play, helping them associate math with positive social experiences.\r\n\r\nTogether, these materials transform math time into a calm, creative, and relationship-centered experience. Students will develop stronger focus, increased confidence, and meaningful peer connections while growing as mathematicians and supportive members of our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1762127964016,"projectUrl":"project/building-math-friendships-through-calm-a/9816013/","projectTitle":"Building Math Friendships Through Calm and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Metropoulos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2863686_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525006497903","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2863686"},{"teacherId":9343154,"projectId":9428496,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. With this donation, we have gained valuable storage space and been able to keep our classroom much more organized! This leaves us so much more room for fun learning activities. \r\n\r\nWhile it might seem basic, these cabinets have more than doubled our available storage. Not only does that mean that we now have room for more materials and activities to engage the young minds, but it also means that we have been able to remove the source of many behaviors. When our materials were stacked in the hallway, they were distracting and invited many little hands to touch when they should have been walking or lining up. Now, our space looks much better, is more conducive to learning and our students are able to pay more attention to the tasks at hand. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your continued support of our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1760737110257,"projectUrl":"project/storage-space/9428496/","projectTitle":"Storage Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marci","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9343154_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708636145543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9343154"},{"teacherId":5795693,"projectId":9370615,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us fund our project! The start of a new school year is always so exciting for teachers and students. With this project, we were able to start the year on a fantastic note. \r\nMy students used our new resources to complete our everyday tasks. They are using journals to write, markers to draw, and crayons to color. Students are using book bags to keep their books safe until it is time to read them. \r\nBoth my students and I are deeply appreciative for all the support from our donors. 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