{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Marcus Hook Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3508016,"projectId":10495843,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating towards my project. Because of you, my students have full tummies so they can focus on a days' learning rather then hunger pains. Their comfy bean bag chairs are full again so they can do their independent work or read in our amazing Reading Nook. The bright and colorful bulletin board paper and borders will be an awesome surprise when students arrive one morning to all new decor on the walls (no faded old stuff!). I can't thank you enough for helping make my classroom so much better for my amazing students!","fullyFundedDate":1790969148376,"projectUrl":"project/making-learning-fun/10495843/","projectTitle":"Making Learning Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackalous","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3508016_orig.jpg?crop=1284,1284,x0,y132&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734620467744","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melanier-jackalous-reading-specialist"},{"teacherId":2334490,"projectId":10711836,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for the winter jackets, hats, and gloves! Our students will use these resources to stay warm during recess and while walking to and from school.\r\n\r\nOur students were so excited to see the new winter gear and know that people in their community cared enough to help keep them warm. These items will help them feel comfortable and ready to learn throughout the colder months.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us provide warmth, comfort, and support to our students! Your generosity makes a meaningful difference in their school experience.","fullyFundedDate":1791043574632,"projectUrl":"project/warm-hearts-cozy-hands-helping-our-stu/10711836/","projectTitle":"Warm Hearts, Cozy Hands: Helping Our Students Stay Warm!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2334490"},{"teacherId":2334490,"projectId":10448779,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of wiggle chairs and seat cushions! These resources are making a wonderful difference in our classroom. The flexible seating options are helping my students improve their focus and attention across different classroom settings. Students are able to move safely while learning, which helps them stay engaged during reading, writing, math, small-group instruction, and independent work.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited to try the new seating options, and they have quickly learned which choices help them learn best. I have noticed that students who previously struggled to sit and focus for longer periods are now more comfortable and engaged in their work. These tools have helped create a classroom environment where students feel supported and understand that it is okay to use tools that help them be successful learners.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a more supportive, comfortable, and engaging learning environment. Your generosity is making a meaningful impact on my students every day!","fullyFundedDate":1789558499225,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-focus-succeed/10448779/","projectTitle":"Wiggle, Focus, Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2334490"},{"teacherId":10428665,"projectId":10083175,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project and helping me provide some of the basic necessities my students need. Your donations have already made such a difference in my school nurse's office.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have probably been one of the biggest hits! I have students come in with hungry bellies, especially in the mornings, and they are always so grateful to have something to eat. I also received fidgets that students can use while they are waiting to be seen, along with basic necessities like skin care products, wipes, lip balm, hair ties, and other hygiene items. These may seem like small things, but to my students they can make a big difference. When a child is able to eat something, freshen up, fix their hair, or simply have something to help calm them while they wait, they can feel better about themselves and return to class feeling more comfortable and confident.\r\n\r\nIt feels great knowing that, with the help of DonorsChoose and the generosity of my donors, I am able to provide these things for my students when they need them. You have helped me create a nurse's office where students can have some of their basic needs met while also feeling cared for and supported. Thank you for helping me take care of my students in ways that go beyond just Band-Aids and ice packs. Your generosity is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1778422323104,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-our-students-through-basic-ne/10083175/","projectTitle":"Empowering Our Students Through Basic Needs Support","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bush","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10428665"},{"teacherId":10291408,"projectId":10124256,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your donation of headphones, pencils, crayons, and tissues has already made a wonderful difference for our students.\r\n\r\nThe headphones allow students to work independently on learning activities and listen to instructional programs without distractions. We use the pencils and crayons every day for writing, drawing, and completing classroom activities. The tissues are also an essential classroom supply that helps us keep our learning space clean and comfortable.\r\n\r\nHaving these supplies readily available allows our students to focus on learning and creating without worrying about whether they have the materials they need. Your generosity helps make our classroom a welcoming and well-equipped place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1774548796874,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-dreams-basic-suppl/10124256/","projectTitle":"Little Learners, Big Dreams, Basic Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10291408_orig.jpg?crop=1258,1258,x178,y458&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759095358088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10291408"},{"teacherId":3508016,"projectId":10160333,"letterContent":"I was so excited to get the books shelf and other goodies from your generous donation. My students are already in love with the new NON_FICTION bookshelf (I put it together on my lunch break today) and when students came back from their lunch they asked if we could have independent reading time just to check out the shelf more closely. Hey, whatever it takes to get them reading then I'm all in!!!!! Your generosity and kindness do not go unnoticed! Thanks again for making my classroom a better place for all to learn. You are the best!","fullyFundedDate":1779580113616,"projectUrl":"project/non-fiction-books-on-display-for-all/10160333/","projectTitle":"Non Fiction Books on Display for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackalous","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3508016_orig.jpg?crop=1284,1284,x0,y132&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734620467744","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melanier-jackalous-reading-specialist"},{"teacherId":10290457,"projectId":9776274,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to help bring new books into our classroom! As a special education teacher, having engaging and accessible books is incredibly important for my students. Many of my students are working hard to build foundational reading skills, develop language, and grow their confidence as readers. Having a variety of books available gives them opportunities to practice these skills while discovering stories and topics that truly interest them. Your generosity is helping me create a classroom where my students can experience the joy of reading and feel excited and successful as learners. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1760699621261,"projectUrl":"project/love-for-learning-with-read-aloud-books/9776274/","projectTitle":"Love for Learning With Read Aloud Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goach","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10290457_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759194960815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-goach"},{"teacherId":8516105,"projectId":10046717,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom health and hygiene project. Your donation made a tremendous difference for our students throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nWith tissues readily available, students no longer had to worry about runny noses during cold and allergy season. Having an ample supply of tissues helped keep our classroom comfortable and allowed students to focus on learning instead of being distracted by minor illnesses.\r\n\r\nThe individual pocket-sized hand sanitizers were especially beneficial. Each student received their own sanitizer, which they used regularly before lunch and after recess. This simple routine encouraged personal responsibility and helped reduce the spread of germs among classmates.\r\n\r\nThe soap you provided also played an important role in keeping our students healthy. Students washed their hands before entering the classroom, reinforcing good hygiene habits and helping to prevent the spread of colds and other illnesses.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom was better equipped to maintain a clean, healthy learning environment where students could focus on learning and spending time with their friends. Thank you for helping our students stay healthy, safe, and ready to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1769132407813,"projectUrl":"project/tissues-soap-sanitizer-to-fight-germs/10046717/","projectTitle":"Tissues, Soap, Sanitizer to Fight Germs in the Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Celentino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8516105_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1791784947564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/celentino"},{"teacherId":3508016,"projectId":10100236,"letterContent":"The phonics games, lower case letter stamps, and word match games/activities have arrived and let me tell you that my students are in their glory learning letters, sounds, and blending words. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH! I appreciate you and wish I could thank you in person. But more so, I wish you could see the students' faces as they learn and play. It's fantastic! One student thinks we should \"take a road trip to hand deliver you thank you notes.\" Too cute! You are helping me make a difference. THANKS AGAIN! You are the best!!!","fullyFundedDate":1777999582599,"projectUrl":"project/early-phonics-learning-fun/10100236/","projectTitle":"Early Phonics Learning Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackalous","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3508016_orig.jpg?crop=1284,1284,x0,y132&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734620467744","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melanier-jackalous-reading-specialist"},{"teacherId":9880168,"projectId":10007643,"letterContent":"I was so excited when I saw my project got funded. But, my students were even more excited. Painting supplies are at an all time low. So the paint sticks are giving my students more opportunities to be creative with different medium. For our first project my students got to use the construction paper and the paint sticks to make flower vase collages after studying Claude Monet. You would have thought they were in a candy store. They were so excited about picking out their colors. The paint sticks are so easy to use even our most anxious students loved using them. They are also great for children who do not like to get paint on them. \r\n These supplies are making it possible for us to finish out the year strong studying the great artist and creating work inspired by those artist. I cannot wait to see the students' and parents' pride when they see these creations at the school-wide art show at the end of May, which will be a lot more colorful thanks to you!","fullyFundedDate":1775513144398,"projectUrl":"project/creative-minds/10007643/","projectTitle":"Creative Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9880168"},{"teacherId":9987585,"projectId":9767923,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in helping provide new books for our classroom library.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, our students now have access to a wider range of engaging, diverse, and high-quality reading materials. These books are more than just pages—they are opportunities. They spark imagination, build knowledge, and foster a lifelong love of reading. For many of our students, this classroom library is their primary access to books, making your contribution even more meaningful.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is already making a noticeable impact. Students are excited to explore new stories, discover different perspectives, and grow as confident readers. The joy on their faces as they select a new book is a direct reflection of your kindness and commitment to education.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' futures and for believing in the power of literacy. Your support is truly appreciated and will continue to make a difference every day in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1764602723354,"projectUrl":"project/new-additions-to-classroom-library/9767923/","projectTitle":"New Additions to Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9987585_orig.png?crop=94,94,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745523511290","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9987585"},{"teacherId":10291408,"projectId":9881386,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my classroom has become an even safer, calmer, and more supportive space for my kindergarten students.\r\n\r\nWe are using the new social-emotional resources every single day. The calm-down tools and visual supports are part of our daily routine. One powerful moment happened during morning meeting when a student began to feel frustrated. Instead of shutting down or yelling, he independently walked to our calm-down area, chose a fidget, and used a feelings visual to tell me he was \"angry.\" That moment showed incredible growth. He was able to identify his feeling and use a strategy — something we've been explicitly practicing together.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students were so excited. They were especially drawn to the sensory tools and feelings visuals. We took time to model how to use each item respectfully and appropriately. The students immediately began practicing deep breathing, positive self-talk, and using the calm-down corner as a tool — not a punishment. It quickly became a safe, empowering space.\r\n\r\nOur next steps focus on building independence and peer empathy. We are working on using kind words, solving small problems with sentence stems (\"I feel ___ when ___.\"), and recognizing emotions in others. We are also incorporating role-play during morning meeting so students can practice real-life scenarios in a structured way.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom where students feel seen, heard, and supported. Social and emotional skills are foundational at this age, and because of you, my students are learning how to regulate their emotions, communicate their needs, and build positive relationships.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in the hearts and minds of my kindergarteners.","fullyFundedDate":1764706859772,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-social-and-emotional-growth-i/9881386/","projectTitle":"Supporting Social and Emotional Growth in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10291408_orig.jpg?crop=1258,1258,x178,y458&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759095358088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10291408"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_89583","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":237,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":33,"percentWhite":30,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":20,"gradesServed":"K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"8.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.5,"schoolId":89583,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Marcus Hook Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Marcus Hook Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/chichester-school-district/marcus-hook-elementary-school/89583"}