{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Woodbrook Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":52.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":477819,"projectId":10086495,"letterContent":"Our first month of school has wrapped up! My littles have spent time getting to know their new classmates and teacher. They really seem to enjoy their new classroom. The items from \"Renewing Classroom Calm\" have come in handy in creating an inviting space. \r\nThis group of students loves to read! They especially gravitate to realistic fiction. The box set of \"Super Power\" books fits the bill. They are able to see themselves in the books which makes learning valuable life lessons easy to do. They are perfect for sharing with peers. \r\nMy littles are putting a lot of effort into building a calming classroom. The tennis balls for their chairs definitely come in handy. You don't realize the noise dozens of chairs make until you don't hear it anymore!\r\nA huge thank you from myself and my class!","fullyFundedDate":1777980746083,"projectUrl":"project/renewing-classroom-calm/10086495/","projectTitle":"Renewing Classroom Calm","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/477819"},{"teacherId":9603370,"projectId":10152067,"letterContent":"Your generous donations have helped me create an learning space for my students that allows them to get sensory input to help regulate themselves. They love using the sensory bin and trampoline to get out extra energy. The tent helps when they need a calm and quiet place to regroup.\r\n My students were so excited when our items arrived! They couldn't wait for me to put the trampoline together o they could jump! As soon as I pumped up the donut yoga balls, they were bouncing away!\r\nThank you again for your generous donations and helping my students have an amazing year!","fullyFundedDate":1778001104876,"projectUrl":"project/creating-calm-in-the-classroom/10152067/","projectTitle":"Creating Calm in the Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9603370"},{"teacherId":6907222,"projectId":10329019,"letterContent":"We are already putting our new resources to great use! The tennis balls have made such a nice difference in our classroom by allowing us to move our chairs more quietly and efficiently throughout the day. The seat cushions have also made our floor space much more comfortable when students are working together, participating in discussions, or gathering for lessons. Since our classroom has tile floors, having a softer surface to sit on has made our learning space more inviting and comfortable for everyone, especially because we meet in the floor space a lot. \r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were so excited to see the tennis balls and immediately wanted to help put them on the chair legs! They thought it was especially fun that something as simple as a tennis ball could make such a big difference in our classroom. They quickly noticed that chairs could be moved much more quietly, which has helped us transition between activities with less noise and disruption. We have a tight space, so we are always pushing in our chairs. It has also made our classroom floor a more comfortable place for collaborative learning and whole-group activities. They loved getting to see the colored cushions, and taking ownership and responsibility of bringing them to the floor space \r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, my students will be using these resources every day as they work on becoming more independent, collaborative learners. We are currently focusing on building strong classroom routines, working together respectfully, and engaging in hands-on learning across subjects. The new materials will continue to support these goals by making it easier for students to move around our classroom, work with partners and groups, and use our floor space comfortably. We are so grateful, and thank you for helping make our classroom a quieter, more comfortable, and welcoming place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1786366869133,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-focused-minds/10329019/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morrissey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6907222_orig.png?crop=1763,1763,x0,y270&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753101800658","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6907222"},{"teacherId":8987995,"projectId":10407857,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to help me get my classroom supplies for the school year! Students have already been using the table stools every day during lesson time as well as morning time and afternoon time before dismissal to relax and spend time with their friends! I have been using my new teacher supplies (my beautiful new pens!) for grading, taking notes, and everything in between! I also received a few new books for the classroom as a part of this project and the kids were so happy to see brand new, never before used, books in their new classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1785893480502,"projectUrl":"project/books-beyond-building-bright-minds/10407857/","projectTitle":"Books & Beyond: Building Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Grisley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8987995_orig.jpg?crop=2827,2827,x813,y1470&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721132552230","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8987995"},{"teacherId":7721032,"projectId":10072096,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation for my class of 5th graders. I teach a wide range of students with different personalities, strengths, weaknesses, and abilities. These materials have helped my students increase focus and movitate them to complete tasks and meet expectations. \r\n First, the tennic balls on the bottom of the chairs have helped decrease the noise level during transtions. The students move around a lot during the day. This is really helpful so they aren't distracting one another as much. Secondly, the seat cushions have made the flexible seating around my room more comfortable. Students will save up reward tickets to \"purchase\" seat cushions to have for the day or week so they can have them at their desks and travel around with them to different spots of the room when they are learning in different groups. \r\n Having people like you supporting students and learning makes a huge difference in the classroom. Please know how much we appreciate your kindness and generosity and that these actions are directly helping the children.","fullyFundedDate":1772905171991,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-seats-lead-to-focus-and-success/10072096/","projectTitle":"Comfy Seats Lead to Focus and Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taxeras","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7721032_orig.png?crop=1366,1366,x89,y24&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1610594293701","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7721032"},{"teacherId":5969433,"projectId":10072104,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the impact of the materials that were delivered to my classroom. These resources have directly enhanced both small group instruction and student flexible seating options, creating a more supportive and effective learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe seating stools have immediately improved student comfort and engagement during instruction. Students now have the opportunity to choose seating that best supports their focus and learning needs. This flexibility has been especially beneficial during small group work, where students are able to remain more attentive, regulated, and actively involved in their learning. Students have expressed that they enjoy having choice and feel more comfortable throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboard and anchor chart easel have also strengthened small group instruction by making learning more visible and interactive. I am able to model strategies in real time and capture student thinking in a way that remains accessible throughout the lesson. Students regularly refer back to anchor charts and visual supports to guide their independent and group work, which has increased understanding and confidence.\r\n\r\nOverall, these materials have had an immediate and meaningful impact in the classroom. Students love using them and consistently utilize them to support both their comfort and their learning. The resources have helped create a more flexible, student-centered environment where learners feel supported and ready to succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for your support in making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1772905470598,"projectUrl":"project/teaching-essentials-are-essential-for-su/10072104/","projectTitle":"Teaching Essentials Are Essential for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pzena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5969433_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703705528355","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-lazarus"},{"teacherId":10238278,"projectId":10090389,"letterContent":"We are so grateful to our DonorsChoose supporters for helping make our classroom a calmer, cleaner, and more organized place to learn. The tennis balls on the chair legs have made a huge difference! The loud screeching sounds are gone, and students can move around the room more smoothly and quietly. It has truly helped create a more peaceful environment where everyone can focus and feel comfortable.\r\n\r\nYour generosity also provided cleaning wipes, gallon storage bags, and a new pencil sharpener (items we use every single day).The wipes help us keep our desks and shared materials clean, the gallon bags keep supplies organized, and the pencil sharpener keeps us ready to learn. These simple but essential tools make a big impact on our daily routines.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our students and our classroom. Your kindness helps us spend more time learning, growing, and enjoying our time together. We truly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1778001105708,"projectUrl":"project/hush-the-screech-tennis-balls-for-seats/10090389/","projectTitle":"Hush the Screech! Tennis Balls for Seats","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. San","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10238278"},{"teacherId":10426540,"projectId":10077750,"letterContent":"Tennis balls on chair legs and seat cushions are simple tools that can make a meaningful difference in how students experience the classroom. Though they may seem like small adjustments, both supports help create a quieter, more comfortable, and more regulation-friendly learning environment. By reducing distractions and supporting students' physical needs, they allow more energy to be directed toward learning.\r\n\r\nPlacing tennis balls on the bottom of chair legs primarily addresses noise and movement. In many classrooms, the sound of chairs scraping across hard floors can be sudden and disruptive. The result is a calmer auditory environment where students are less likely to become distracted or overstimulated by sharp noises. This is particularly helpful for learners who are sensitive to sound or who struggle to maintain attention amid constant background noise. In addition, smoother chair movement allows students to shift positions or make small adjustments without drawing attention, supporting those who need subtle movement to stay focused.\r\n\r\nSeat cushions support students in a different but complementary way by improving comfort, posture, and sensory regulation. Many classroom chairs are rigid and do not accommodate individual physical needs, which can lead to discomfort and restlessness over time. Cushions—whether foam-based, air-filled, or designed for gentle movement—provide a more supportive seating surface that encourages upright posture and reduces fatigue. Some cushions introduce slight instability, allowing students to make small, controlled movements while seated. These micro-movements can help students who need physical activity to remain attentive, offering a structured and unobtrusive outlet for that need. Additionally, the pressure and subtle motion provided by certain cushions can have a calming effect, helping students regulate their bodies and emotions.\r\n\r\nTogether, these tools contribute to a classroom atmosphere that supports concentration and participation. When students are not distracted by noise or discomfort, they can devote more mental energy to listening, thinking, and engaging with instruction. Teachers also benefit from fewer interruptions and behavior corrections, allowing more time for teaching and learning. Such supports are especially valuable in early elementary settings, in classrooms with hard flooring where noise carries easily, and for students who experience sensory sensitivities or attention challenges.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a HUGE difference in my classroom and I am eternally thankful!","fullyFundedDate":1770647629258,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-and-focus/10077750/","projectTitle":"Comfort and Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Devlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10426540"},{"teacherId":9567955,"projectId":9411409,"letterContent":"The donated crochet yarn and hooks have become an exciting new hands-on learning resource in our 3–5 classroom. Students are using the materials during math and STEM rotations to practice patterns, counting, and following step-by-step directions, as well as during choice time to build fine motor skills and perseverance. One especially meaningful moment was when a student who often struggles to stay focused completed their first crochet chain and proudly helped a classmate do the same—turning learning into a collaborative experience.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the yarn and hooks, their reaction was pure excitement and curiosity. Many had never seen crochet tools before and were eager to learn how they worked. The variety of colors immediately sparked creativity, and students began brainstorming what they could make even before instruction began. The materials made learning feel special and tangible, which increased engagement across all grade levels.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, the next steps for students include creating small crochet projects such as bookmarks, keychains, or simple squares. These projects connect to current lessons on measurement, patterns, and growth mindset. Students are also learning patience, problem-solving, and the value of practicing a skill over time. Your generosity has truly helped bring creativity, confidence, and real-world skills into our classroom—thank you for giving our students this opportunity to learn in a new and meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1758292167082,"projectUrl":"project/hooked-on-creativity-supplying-our-stud/9411409/","projectTitle":"Hooked on Creativity: Supplying Our Student Crochet Club!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elsaadawi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9567955_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786487144199","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/salma-elsaadawi"},{"teacherId":9845711,"projectId":9687327,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of paint, sensory fidget toys, stencils, Magna-Tiles, and adaptive scissors. Your support has made such a positive impact in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe students absolutely love using the sensory fidget toys when they need a break — they've been a wonderful way to help students refocus and regulate during the day. The adaptive scissors and stencils have been especially helpful for students who have fine motor skill challenges, allowing them to participate more confidently and independently in art activities.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly enriched our classroom environment and made learning more engaging and accessible for all of my students. Thank you again for your generosity and for making such a difference in their daily experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1758291876401,"projectUrl":"project/special-needs-supplies-for-art-class/9687327/","projectTitle":"Special Needs Supplies For Art Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bauer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9845711_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732303794918","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9845711"},{"teacherId":9567955,"projectId":9335573,"letterContent":"The rolling cart we received from DonorsChoose has already made a huge impact in our classroom. My students and I use it daily to organize and transport materials for different lessons and projects. Instead of juggling bins and carrying supplies across the room, the cart allows us to move everything we need in one trip. For example, during our recent small-group reading rotations, the cart held all of our notebooks and word work materials, which made transitions smoother and helped us spend more time focused on learning. One specific moment that stood out was during our math centers, when students were able to grab manipulatives from the cart independently and return them neatly after use—something that gave them ownership of their learning space.\r\n\r\nWhen the cart first arrived, the students were so excited! They were shocked when I rolled it into the room! Many of them commented on how \"much nicer\" it made our classroom feel, and a few even compared it to a \"teacher toolbox on wheels.\" That joy has carried into their daily routines, because they know exactly where to find what they need. The next steps for us involve using the cart as we prepare for upcoming group projects, especially as we dive into more hands-on STEM activities later this month. The organization and accessibility it provides will continue to support their independence, collaboration, and enthusiasm for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1748457871586,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-organization-and-success/9335573/","projectTitle":"Rolling Into Organization and Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elsaadawi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9567955_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786487144199","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/salma-elsaadawi"},{"teacherId":2100450,"projectId":6872515,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of these materials. The spray paint is amazing and helped to transform the frames into colorful mirrors for the students to see their own image and how important they are. The frames and mirrors are so great and useful for this creation, they loved the idea. And let's not forget the adhesive. Super strong and these will last for a long time. \r\n\r\nThis visual encouraged children to feel supported and respected. They loved reflecting on their own images and feeling like a leader. The children and staff enjoyed creating this project. The community of people who helped out was amazing!\r\n\r\nThis was an amazing project to promote a school wide feeling of pride. The grades that participated are k-5 and high school students as well as para professionals and the administration. What a great project to have in my school!","fullyFundedDate":1666821391868,"projectUrl":"project/a-flashy-reflection-of-leaders/6872515/","projectTitle":"A Flashy Reflection of Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anwander","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2100450_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449339525434","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsanwander"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_81523","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":786,"numTeachers":47,"percentFrplEligible":14,"percentAsian":79,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":3,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":48.0,"schoolId":81523,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Woodbrook Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Woodbrook Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/edison-township-public-school-district/woodbrook-elementary-school/81523"}