{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Eliza B Kirkbride Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6798595,"projectId":10256883,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our classroom project!\r\n\r\nMy students are incredibly resilient, creative, and eager to connect with the world around them. I truly love their diverse ways of learning and their constant drive to succeed! To support them, the speaker stands you funded will ensure every child hears my lessons clearly, promoting equitable access to information no matter where they sit in the room. Additionally, the headsets provide a focused, quiet space for digital literacy and speech practice, helping students build confidence without outside distractions.\r\n\r\nTogether, these essential tools will transform our classroom into a professional environment where every sound—and every student—is supported, valued, and heard. By providing this professional-grade audio equipment, you are giving my students the gift of clarity and the ability to engage deeply with their daily curriculum. These resources are not just accessories; they are vital bridges to better communication and academic growth for every learner in my care.\r\n\r\nThank you for recognizing the potential in my students and for investing so directly in their education and future. We are so excited to set up our new equipment and put it to use!","fullyFundedDate":1778865749851,"projectUrl":"project/hear-ye-hear-ye-elevating-our-audio-ex/10256883/","projectTitle":"Hear Ye, Hear Ye! Elevating Our Audio Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeVose","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6798595_orig.jpg?crop=2056,2056,x635,y483&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660488709179","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6798595"},{"teacherId":9239214,"projectId":10126254,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Receiving these snacks has made such a meaningful impact on my students each day.\r\n\r\nMany of my students come to school hungry or without enough food to get through the day, so having snacks readily available has helped them stay focused, regulated, and ready to learn. We use the snacks during our academic blocks, especially during intervention groups and longer learning periods when students need an extra boost to stay engaged. One especially meaningful moment was seeing a student quietly smile with relief after realizing there would be something available for them after they mentioned skipping breakfast that morning. Small moments like that remind me how important these resources truly are.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, my students were incredibly excited and grateful. They were eager to help organize everything and immediately began thanking the donors who made it possible. It helped create a sense of care and community within our classroom, and students felt genuinely supported by people they have never even met.\r\n\r\nThese resources are continuing to support our classroom as we work toward end-of-year learning goals and strengthen independent work habits. Having snacks available helps students maintain their energy and attention during reading, writing, and math instruction, allowing them to fully participate and feel successful throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and helping create a classroom environment where they feel cared for, supported, and ready to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1772550320197,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-hungry-minds-one-snack-at-a-tim/10126254/","projectTitle":"Fueling Hungry Minds, One Snack at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pazda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9239214_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693674813251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9239214"},{"teacherId":2474885,"projectId":10116474,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the beautiful colored rotation table you donated to our classroom. It has created a 4th rotation center for my students. This provides an extra step in their daily schedule that provides and promotes independence. This is such an important addition to our classroom. In a neurodivergent setting, furniture isn't just \"decor\"—it's a physical boundary that helps students understand expectations and reduces the cognitive load of \"where do I go next?\"\r\nThis specific table has created a space for our Occupational therapist and speech pathologist to have their own space to work with students. Oftentimes related service providers don't have their own designated area or space and it makes it difficult to provide the needed services for students. We are currently using the table for speech, occupational therapy and social play. \r\nThis new colored rotation table has created a visual boundary for students, it reduces transition anxiety when they have their colored station and know exactly where to transition to. This table has provided defined personal space for students and related services providers. Your generosity is helping us build an environment where every student feels seen, supported, and ready to learn. Thank you for being such a wonderful champion for our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1772374854579,"projectUrl":"project/new-center-rotation-table/10116474/","projectTitle":"New Center Rotation Table!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Frederick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2474885_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771771470282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2474885"},{"teacherId":1468908,"projectId":9910167,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your donation to get new stools for my science classroom! I know that these plain gray stools aren't all that exciting to look at, but believe me, just because they're not exciting doesn't mean they're not great! Before these new stools arrived, it was getting to be about once a week a bewildered student would interrupt class and inform me that one of the legs of their stool had just come loose. Then I'd have to spend precious class time dealing with getting the broken stool out of the way and shifting the remaining stools around so my young scholar could sit down and continue learning. \r\n\r\nIn this era of low funding for public schools and anti-science rhetoric swirling in the national zeitgeist, I think it's more important than ever that students starting at the elementary level have good grasp of basic scientific principles and concepts. Your donation helps me provide a solid foundation for students from Kindergarten to Eighth grade to learn that science is fun, important, and comfortable to learn. With your help, these student are on their way to becoming discerning, productive, educated members of society. \r\nThanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1766095022106,"projectUrl":"project/safe-stools-for-science-students/9910167/","projectTitle":"Safe Stools for Science Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gobreski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1468908_orig.png?crop=971,971,x0,y116&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764803515727","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrgobreski"},{"teacherId":2474885,"projectId":10019228,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for recognizing the unique needs of our classroom and for investing in the independence and success of my students. You have truly made a lasting impact on their daily lives. Your donation to a color printer to our classroom has been so beneficial and so exciting for use to have access to. \t\r\nIn our classroom, visuals are a key to success! Many of our students process information more effectively through images than through spoken words. Having a high-quality color printer on-site allows us to create so many necessary accommodations. We are able to print individualized visual schedules for each child. This allows them to gain independence with their daily routines. It helps the students stay on schedule and organized throughout the day. \r\nStudents are also non-verbal and we are able to create PEC boards, as well as duplicate their personal AAC device home pages. We are then able to use these boards to explicitly teach vocabulary, and how to request items. We can take simple black and white activities and bring them to life with color! \r\nAgain thank you so much for the donation to our classroom!\r\nMs. Frederick","fullyFundedDate":1771821072276,"projectUrl":"project/color-printer-for-autistic-support-class/10019228/","projectTitle":"Color Printer for Autistic Support Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Frederick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2474885_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771771470282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2474885"},{"teacherId":6798595,"projectId":9672219,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classrooms sound a little different this month.\r\n\r\nWhen I launched the \"Amplifying Learning, One Speaker at a Time\" initiative, my goal was simple but ambitious: to ensure that every student, regardless of where they sit in the classroom, has a front-row seat to learning. Today, I am thrilled to share the direct impact your support has made.\r\n\r\nWith the new audio enhancement systems installed, we are seeing immediate results in student engagement and teacher clarity. Students with hearing sensitivities or those learning English as a second language can now follow lessons with much greater ease.\r\n\r\nA Note from one of my students:\r\n\r\n\"Before the new speakers, I struggled to hear instructions when I sat in the back. Now, it feels like the teacher is standing right next to me. I don't miss the important details anymore.\" Sammie - 8th Grade\r\n\r\nYour contribution sent a message to my students that their education is worth investing in. By \"amplifying\" our classrooms, you have empowered my students to find their own voices and achieve their full potential.\r\n\r\nThank you for being the volume behind our vision. We couldn't have done this without you.","fullyFundedDate":1766686539039,"projectUrl":"project/amplifying-learning-one-speaker-at-a-ti/9672219/","projectTitle":"Amplifying Learning, One Speaker at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeVose","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6798595_orig.jpg?crop=2056,2056,x635,y483&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660488709179","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6798595"},{"teacherId":2474885,"projectId":9868682,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire classroom, I want to extend a sincere thank you for your generous donation of the new shelving units.\r\nIn our Autistic support classroom, the physical environment plays a massive role in student success. These shelves have allowed us to create dedicated zones for learning materials and sensory tools, which helps our students navigate the room with more independence and less anxiety. Seeing the \"clutter\" disappear has truly created a more calming, focused atmosphere for everyone. For many of our students, visual organization is key to understanding their day\r\n\r\nOur class is very diverse in their needs. My students present a wide spectrum of academic, social, and behavioral needs that require a highly individualized approach to teaching. Academics abilities vary and some require extensive accommodations and modifications, such as simplified instructions or assistive technology, to access the curriculum. These shelves have made it possible to provide activities at varying levels for students. It has made it more convenient and organized for staff to choose activities as well as teh students. \r\nYour support directly impacts the daily lives of our students, and we are so grateful for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1762542256839,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-furniture/9868682/","projectTitle":"Fresh Furniture!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Frederick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2474885_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771771470282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2474885"},{"teacherId":6798595,"projectId":9527571,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our project, \"Comfy and Cozy in the Reading Corner.\" \r\n\r\nHow Did My Students React?\r\n\r\nWhen the new resources arrived, the excitement was immediate and tangible. The students were especially thrilled to see the new bean bags arrive, instantly transforming a corner of the classroom into our dedicated \"Cozy Corner.\" This dedicated space has already become a favorite spot for quiet reflection and independent reading. The students instantly understood that they were being treated like young professionals—and cared for. The increased comfort and access have given them a true sense of ownership and confidence in their learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe resources you provided were vital:\r\n\r\nBean Bags & Cozy Corner: Students who need a change of environment to focus now utilize the new bean bags in the Cozy Corner, allowing them to process complex advice and draft their crucial action plans in a relaxed, comfortable setting.\r\n\r\nOrganization & Maintenance: The new, quiet vacuum has been essential. It allows students who manage classroom jobs to keep the Cozy Corner rug clean and inviting, teaching them responsibility and reinforcing that comfortable spaces require care and maintenance.\r\n\r\nYour materials ensured every student had the consistent, high-quality tools and an optimal environment needed to create a thorough, professional plan for their future.\r\n\r\nUtilizing Comfort Zones: Regularly using the Cozy Corner for independent reading and quiet work, reinforcing the idea that self-care and focus are essential parts of high school success.\r\n\r\nThis project, powered by your donation, has equipped our students not just with supplies, but with the strategic mindset and the nurturing environment needed to walk into high school prepared, organized, and confident. We cannot thank you enough for investing in their future success!","fullyFundedDate":1758202930939,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-and-cozy-in-the-reading-corner/9527571/","projectTitle":"Comfy and Cozy in the Reading Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeVose","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6798595_orig.jpg?crop=2056,2056,x635,y483&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660488709179","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6798595"},{"teacherId":6798595,"projectId":7173053,"letterContent":"I'm writing with a heart full of gratitude to say thank you for your incredible support. Because of you, I was able to successfully pass the Praxis exam—a huge milestone in my journey as an educator!\r\n\r\nYour generosity not only helped cover the costs but also gave me the encouragement I needed to stay focused and confident. Passing the Praxis brings me one step closer to being the kind of teacher I've always aspired to be—someone who can make a lasting impact in the classroom and beyond.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in me and investing in my future. Your kindness has made a real difference, and I'll carry that with me as I move forward in my teaching career.","fullyFundedDate":1675867173999,"projectUrl":"project/passing-the-praxis/7173053/","projectTitle":"Passing the Praxis","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeVose","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6798595_orig.jpg?crop=2056,2056,x635,y483&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660488709179","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6798595"},{"teacherId":10008942,"projectId":9297528,"letterContent":"I am writing to sincerely thank you for your generous donation, which made it possible for me to purchase a wonderful selection of books for my English Learner students. These books have been a valuable addition to our classroom, offering a range of reading levels and interesting stories that help to support language development and foster a love of reading. Your contribution directly impacted our ability to provide engaging and accessible materials tailored to the diverse needs of our learners.\r\n\r\nThe students were so excited to receive the books and quickly began sorting through ones they wanted to read. There were so many topics that every student was able to find something they love. I can't wait to read these books with my students during the upcoming school year. Your support has made a real difference in my classroom and for that, I am truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1746499409265,"projectUrl":"project/newcomer-classroom-library/9297528/","projectTitle":"Newcomer Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10008942_orig.jpg?crop=520,520,x156,y34&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745961708931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10008942"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90773","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":522,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":22,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":53,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.5,"schoolId":90773,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Eliza B Kirkbride Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Eliza B Kirkbride Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/philadelphia-city-school-district/eliza-b-kirkbride-elementary-school/90773"}