{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Washington Avenue Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":45.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4854168,"projectId":10083145,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Shining a Light on Reading. Your generosity helped bring excitement, joy, and a welcoming atmosphere to our school library. The new reading banners and tablecloths immediately brightened the space and made it feel even more inviting for students, staff, and families. My colleagues noticed the decorations right away and commented on how warm and cheerful the library looked. The tablecloths have already been used for book displays and during our Bingo for Books family event, helping us create a festive environment that celebrates reading.\r\n\r\nThe books you provided made an especially meaningful impact on my students. Each title was a special request from a different student, so when the books arrived, they felt truly seen and heard. Our school book budget is only available once a year, which means students would have had to wait until October for these highly requested titles. Instead, thanks to your kindness, they were able to enjoy them right away. The excitement was unforgettable—one student was literally jumping up and down with joy when they saw their requested book had arrived!\r\n\r\nThese new resources continue to inspire our students every day. The books are already being checked out and shared, and the inviting library environment encourages students to visit, explore, and discover new stories. Your support has done more than provide materials—it has strengthened our reading community. Thank you for making such a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1771960354652,"projectUrl":"project/shining-a-light-on-reading/10083145/","projectTitle":"Shining a Light on Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4854168_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506866597371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wasburns"},{"teacherId":3569411,"projectId":9694022,"letterContent":"Our new Qubits STEM building sets have brought an exciting spark to our classroom. When students first opened the boxes, many weren't quite sure what to make of the unusual pieces. But very quickly, curiosity took over. They began experimenting, collaborating, and testing different ways to connect the parts. It was amazing to watch their problem-solving skills and creativity emerge as they built towers, bridges, and shapes they had never created before. These materials truly pushed them to think in new ways and explore engineering concepts hands-on.\r\n\r\nAs we continue using Qubits, students will apply them during upcoming engineering challenges where they'll plan, build, test, and improve their designs. We'll be focusing on stability, balance, and innovative solutions—skills that translate directly into our STEM curriculum. Thanks to this project, my students now have a meaningful, engaging tool that encourages exploration and gives them the confidence to tackle more complex STEM tasks. We are so grateful for the impact these materials are already having.","fullyFundedDate":1757709541233,"projectUrl":"project/building-future-engineers-with-qubits/9694022/","projectTitle":"Building Future Engineers with Qubits","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3569411_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520891926368","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-burns"},{"teacherId":4854168,"projectId":9421774,"letterContent":"We are delighted to share the amazing impact your generosity has had on our students! Thanks to you, we were able to acquire the IQ Builder STEM Learning Toys, and the energy in our classroom has been transformed.\r\n\r\nThe students LOVE these sets! When they first saw the materials—especially the unique balls used for connections—their reaction was immediate excitement. This set is now the first center to fill up every time. No one hesitates; they dive right into building!\r\n\r\nWe are using the IQ Builders regularly. They are a huge favorite because the connecting balls allow students to make all sorts of different, creative, multi-dimensional creations. This resource is fostering incredible collaboration and applied engineering skills every single day. Thank you for igniting their love for hands-on STEM!","fullyFundedDate":1757710130132,"projectUrl":"project/buildng-bright-minds/9421774/","projectTitle":"Buildng Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4854168_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506866597371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wasburns"},{"teacherId":3569411,"projectId":9694107,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our Hypertile project — your generosity is already making a real difference. From the moment the tiles arrived, my students have been buzzing with curiosity. At first, many of them were unsure how to use them: they hesitated, asked for instructions, or simply held them in their hands trying to figure them out. But once we dove in, the room transformed. Students started combining tiles in creative ways, building structures, experimenting with patterns, and collaborating to solve design challenges.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, students are working together more, sharing ideas, and supporting each other when someone gets stuck. What began as a tricky introduction has become a favorite part of our day. I've watched quieter kids grow in confidence, offering suggestions and asking questions. More outgoing students took leadership roles, guiding their peers and fostering teamwork.\r\n\r\n Thank you again for giving my students the chance to think outside the box, build together, and grow both creatively and academically.\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1762265300722,"projectUrl":"project/building-together-hypertile-blocks-for/9694107/","projectTitle":"Building Together: Hypertile Blocks for Creativity and Inclusion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3569411_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520891926368","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-burns"},{"teacherId":4854168,"projectId":9811358,"letterContent":"We are absolutely thrilled to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our students here in the library and during our STEM Club! Thanks to your contributions, we were able to acquire the Clixo wheels and Qubits building sets, and the transformation in student engagement has been immediate.\r\n\r\nThe moment the boxes arrived, the energy in the room was palpable. My students, even the typically reserved ones, gathered around with wide-eyed curiosity. When they first saw the colorful, flexible Clixo wheels and the unique magnetic connectors of the Qubits, their reaction was pure excitement. There were audible gasps and immediate calls of \"Can we touch them?!\" and \"Let's build something huge!\" This initial spark of curiosity has carried over into every session.\r\n\r\nWe are actively using these new resources in both our Library class and our STEM Club. In the Library, the sets have become a fantastic station for early finishers and a creative tool to illustrate structural concepts found in books.\r\n\r\nThe Clixo wheels have been a particular favorite, especially in the STEM Club. Students are drawn to the satisfying magnetic snap and the way the flexible plastic allows for dynamic, moving creations—they've built everything from self-propelling vehicles to imaginative biological models.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our students this incredible resource and a \"peek\" into the exciting world of STEM right here in our library.","fullyFundedDate":1763584555376,"projectUrl":"project/click-snap-create/9811358/","projectTitle":"Click, Snap, Create!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4854168_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506866597371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wasburns"},{"teacherId":4854168,"projectId":9694069,"letterContent":"When our new Clixo STEM sets arrived, my students could hardly contain their excitement! They couldn't wait to open the box and start snapping, twisting, and building. The room was buzzing with laughter and creativity as they made flowers, bouncing balls, silly monsters, and all sorts of wild inventions!\r\n\r\nOur K–2 students have loved exploring with Clixo. It's amazing to watch their imaginations take off — they work together, share ideas, and proudly show off their colorful creations. These magnetic pieces have quickly become one of our favorite STEM stations!\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be using Clixo for design challenges — like building a bridge or creating something that moves. Thank you for helping us bring hands-on fun and creativity to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1759425903048,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-build-creativity-and-inclusion-i/9694069/","projectTitle":"Help Me Build Creativity and Inclusion in Our Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4854168_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506866597371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wasburns"},{"teacherId":376917,"projectId":9192430,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. My students and I really appreciate the chair pockets because they have helped the students to learn how to organize their desks. They use the chair pockets to store Agenda Book, homework folders and any other items that need to go home daily. I can see that their organizational skills are improving!\r\n We also appreciate the beautiful headphones. Many of my students need the headphones to concentrate on their online assignments. I personally would like to thank you for the corkboard. I am able to keep track of important papers by putting them onto my board.\r\n I am eagerly awaiting the shipment of the water bottle holders! We will definitely put them to good use!","fullyFundedDate":1749726986057,"projectUrl":"project/start-september-superbly/9192430/","projectTitle":"Start September Superbly!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp376917_orig.jpg?crop=1909,1909,x269,y1354&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572538788803","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/376917"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_80485","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":466,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":79,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":83,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":55.0,"schoolId":80485,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Washington Avenue Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Washington Avenue Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/pleasantville-public-schools/washington-avenue-elementary-school/80485"}