{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Morris Ave Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9923183,"projectId":9982141,"letterContent":"My students are thrilled to have these materials delivered! Their eyes lit up when the boxes arrived! From the magnifiers to the microscope and the sea viewer. It was so fascinating to see how their brains worked and the exposure that was given to them. Many of my students have never seen these tools for science. \r\n\r\nI've been teaching for over twenty years and it just amazes me how much children are curious to learn new things about science. The ooh's and ahh's are what make teaching! \r\n\r\nThank you again for allowing the students to have that experience!","fullyFundedDate":1778096949408,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-thinkers-big-discoveries/9982141/","projectTitle":"Tiny Thinkers, Big Discoveries","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Petrocelli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9923183_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759792330402","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9923183"},{"teacherId":9923183,"projectId":9989487,"letterContent":"My students are extremely thankful for your generosity of providing pet theme materials. They love pretend play and taking on the roles of being caretakers for pets. \r\n\r\nWhile reading the new books including Pete the Cat, Animal Kisses, and Where's My Cat; the children were excited to learn and make connections. The students have been learning new vocabulary that they will be able to share with their peers such as cat, bunny, dog, duck, etc. \r\n\r\nMy students are very thankful for these donations and will be able to apply the concepts throughout their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1778096949066,"projectUrl":"project/learning-about-pets-and-animals/9989487/","projectTitle":"Learning About Pets and Animals","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Petrocelli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9923183_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759792330402","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9923183"},{"teacherId":5354239,"projectId":10125962,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous replacement donation of the amazing shelf and heat press.\r\n\r\nWe are so excited to put both to use in our classroom. The shelf will help us organize our books in a clear, accessible way so students can easily choose reading materials and build independence during literacy time. Having an organized and inviting book area encourages more reading, more curiosity, and more ownership of learning.\r\n\r\nThe heat press opens up wonderful creative opportunities for our students to design and make their own shirts and projects. It brings learning to life in a hands-on way that they are truly excited about.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support and for helping us create a classroom that is both organized and full of creativity!","fullyFundedDate":1778096949256,"projectUrl":"project/building-little-readers-one-shelf-at-a/10125962/","projectTitle":"Building Little Readers, One Shelf at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lundberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5354239_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707142700087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5354239"},{"teacherId":5354239,"projectId":10100062,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation of the organizational shelf and storage bins.\r\n\r\nThese items are incredibly valuable in our kindergarten classroom. At this age, children are still learning how to independently select, use, and put away materials, and clear organization helps make that process much easier and more successful. Having labeled bins and accessible storage supports responsibility, builds independence, and reduces frustration during learning and play.\r\n\r\nA well-organized classroom also creates a calmer environment where students can focus better and transition smoothly between activities. Your support is helping us build routines and spaces that set our youngest learners up for success every day.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and for investing in our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1773444342390,"projectUrl":"project/stay-organized-stay-successful/10100062/","projectTitle":"Stay Organized, Stay Successful!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lundberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5354239_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707142700087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5354239"},{"teacherId":5354239,"projectId":10136597,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation of decodable readers.\r\n\r\nThese books are so important for our students as they build strong early reading skills. Decodable texts give children the chance to practice phonics patterns they are learning in a meaningful and successful way, which helps them grow in confidence and independence as readers.\r\n\r\nYour support is making a real difference in helping our students become strong, capable readers. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for investing in their literacy journey.","fullyFundedDate":1778096949538,"projectUrl":"project/little-readers-big-discoveries-growing/10136597/","projectTitle":"Little Readers, Big Discoveries: Growing Minds with Nonfiction!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lundberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5354239_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707142700087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5354239"},{"teacherId":5354239,"projectId":10250489,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation of the heat press!\r\n\r\nWe are already putting it to great use and are so excited about what it allows us to create. With this equipment, we're able to design and make amazing custom shirts that bring our ideas to life in a fun and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nIt has opened up so many creative opportunities for our students and school community, and the excitement around each new design has been incredible. We truly appreciate your support in helping us build something so engaging and hands-on!","fullyFundedDate":1778002996659,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-student-creativity-to-life/10250489/","projectTitle":"Bringing Student Creativity to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lundberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5354239_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707142700087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5354239"},{"teacherId":5354239,"projectId":10194536,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the umbrellas, shaded seating area, and sandbox canopy. Your support helps create a safer and more comfortable outdoor space for our children to learn, play, and explore.\r\n\r\nProviding shade is so important because it protects children from excessive sun exposure and heat while allowing them to enjoy outdoor activities comfortably. Thanks to your kindness, our students now have more opportunities for safe outdoor play and learning throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your generosity and support of our school community!","fullyFundedDate":1778096948521,"projectUrl":"project/fun-without-the-sun/10194536/","projectTitle":"Fun without the Sun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lundberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5354239_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707142700087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5354239"},{"teacherId":6203961,"projectId":10024282,"letterContent":"Thank you again for fully funding our project and helping provide lunch boxes for students in our school community. These resources have already made a meaningful impact in our daily routines. Having lunch boxes readily available has allowed us to quickly and discreetly support students who arrive without lunch or need extra assistance during the school day. One moment that stood out was when a student quietly expressed relief and gratitude after being able to receive a lunch without feeling singled out in front of classmates.\r\n\r\nThe students that needed these lunch boxes reacted with excitement and comfort knowing that support is available when needed. Most importantly, they feel cared for and secure, which helps them stay focused and engaged in learning rather than worrying about basic needs.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, our focus is on creating a positive, supportive environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Meeting students' basic needs is an important first step in helping them build confidence, participate fully in classroom activities, and continue making progress in their learning. Your generosity has helped make that possible, and we are truly grateful for your support of our students and school community.","fullyFundedDate":1768932902739,"projectUrl":"project/lunch-boxes-for-those-who-need/10024282/","projectTitle":"Lunch Boxes for Those Who Need","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stout","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6203961_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547667826839","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/j-stout"},{"teacherId":9926382,"projectId":10161006,"letterContent":"Several students who were previously hesitant during reading time are now some of the first to choose books and participate in discussions. \r\nOne student especially enjoys retelling stories to classmates using the pictures as support, while another has become excited to practice new vocabulary words from our read-alouds at home. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in helping our students grow not only as readers, but also as curious, confident learners. Thank you for supporting our classroom and inspiring a lifelong love of reading.\r\n\r\nThese books have also helped foster a stronger sense of community within our classroom. Students love recommending books to one another, discussing their favorite characters, and making personal connections to the stories we read together. The variety of texts has allowed every child to find books that match their interests and learning levels, helping them feel successful and included as readers. Seeing their excitement each day as they discover new stories has been one of the most rewarding parts of this project.","fullyFundedDate":1778096621993,"projectUrl":"project/fun-reading-with-real-books/10161006/","projectTitle":"Fun Reading with Real Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meneses","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9926382"},{"teacherId":10080061,"projectId":10113719,"letterContent":"Our classroom hydroponic gardens have had a meaningful impact by turning everyday learning into hands-on discovery. Student are actively engaged as they observe plant growth, care for living things, and see cause-and-effect in real time. This experience has strengthen early science skills, built responsibility, and encourage curiosity. It has also supported language development as children describe what they see and expands healthy habits by introducing fresh foods in a fun, interactive way. Overall, our hydroponic gardens have created a dynamic learning environment that nurtures both academic and social-emotional growth.","fullyFundedDate":1773330992629,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-preschoolers-grow-a-hydroponic/10113719/","projectTitle":"Help Our Preschoolers Grow a Hydroponic Garden!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rovinsky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10080061_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772273028289","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10080061"},{"teacherId":4880861,"projectId":9948538,"letterContent":"It is with the deepest gratitude that I write this letter to thank you for your generous donation of healthy snacks and water to my students. Since we received your package, all children have had the opportunity to enjoy a healthy snack and stay hydrated. In fact, there have been several days when children have come to school without any snack or water, and thanks to you, I have been able to give them food that provides both nourishment and smiles!\r\n\r\nYour snacks have also been used to allow children to make healthy choices. For instance, some children have come to school with cookies and chips as a snack, and have asked me to pick a HEALTHY snack from our healthy snack bin, because they wanted to make a better choice for their \"body and brain.\" It is these moments, when children are making independent decisions about their health and wellness, that my heart absolutely soars. \r\n\r\nThank you again for helping my students' brains and bodies grow in such a healthy way.","fullyFundedDate":1766067723513,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-focus-healthy-bodies-bright-m/9948538/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Focus: Healthy Bodies, Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McOmber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4880861_orig.jpg?crop=832,832,x95,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765043156925","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcomber11"},{"teacherId":5354239,"projectId":10046727,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of decodable books to our kindergarten classroom. Your support is already making a powerful difference in our students' reading journeys. There is something incredibly special about watching a child successfully read a book independently for the very first time—and these decodable texts are helping make that happen.\r\n\r\nThe students are beaming with pride as they use their letter sounds and blending skills to read real books on their own. You can see their confidence growing with every page they turn. These books are giving them the tools they need to practice foundational phonics skills in a meaningful, structured way, and it is truly building strong, capable young readers.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your continued generosity and commitment to our classroom. Your kindness is helping lay the foundation for lifelong literacy, and we cannot thank you enough for investing in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1770993208519,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-read/10046727/","projectTitle":"Ready to Read","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lundberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5354239_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707142700087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5354239"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_81710","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":286,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":79,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":6,"percentWhite":18,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":69,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - K","studentTeacherRatio":"10.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":67.3,"schoolId":81710,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Morris Ave Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Morris Ave Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/long-branch-school-district/morris-ave-school/81710"}