{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Gen George G Meade Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":61.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9556040,"projectId":9331334,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity to our 7th and 8th-grade social studies classroom! Your contribution of washable markers, Sharpies, and pens is transforming our project-based learning.\r\n\r\nThese essential tools solve our critical need for visual expression. Students can now actively create engaging timelines, detailed maps, and infographics. This fuels their creativity and collaboration, building vital visual literacy and communication skills. They are empowered to take ownership of their work and communicate complex concepts clearly. Thank you for investing in their success and making their learning unforgettable.","fullyFundedDate":1754331193846,"projectUrl":"project/making-our-mark-markers-for-creative-mi/9331334/","projectTitle":"Making Our Mark: Markers for Creative Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sjogren","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9556040_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721833605538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sjogren"},{"teacherId":9556040,"projectId":9725436,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom- having enough headphones accessible for all students has been such a game-changer for independent work! Also, the new cord labels and surge protectors have simplified the Chromebook organization and allowed students to take complete agency and responsibility for having their materials organized and fully charged for learning! This has been a true time saver at the beginning and ends of the day and makes the typical struggle to organize technology so simple. Thank you, thank you, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1758840231905,"projectUrl":"project/plugged-into-learning/9725436/","projectTitle":"Plugged into Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sjogren","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9556040_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721833605538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sjogren"},{"teacherId":9556040,"projectId":9539048,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to the \"Building Our Black History Library\" project! Your support is a powerful investment in the academic growth and cultural education of Ms. Sjogren's 6th-8th grade students at Gen George G Meade Elementary School. By funding this initiative, you are providing over 100 students with a rich and engaging experience in Black history research, an effort that directly addresses the themes of Racial Justice & Representation in our curriculum. We are incredibly grateful for your commitment to our students and this vital project.\r\n\r\nThe paperback resources you helped us purchase—from the Who HQ sets on figures like Frederick Douglass and Rosa Parks to contemporary leaders like Ketanji Brown Jackson and Michelle Obama—will form the foundation of our Black History Month research reports. By giving each student their own physical book, you are enabling them to move beyond relying solely on digital resources. This hands-on approach strengthens essential, traditional research skills: they will learn to annotate, cite, and synthesize evidence directly from a text. This method deepens their understanding of the content while developing critical skills essential for academic success in an increasingly digital world.\r\n\r\nThis project is a commitment to equity and inclusive learning. The carefully leveled books ensure that every student, regardless of reading ability, can engage meaningfully with the material and become an \"expert\" on their chosen historical figure. Your generosity fosters a personal connection to Black history, allowing students to share their in-depth knowledge and cultivate a lasting appreciation for the contributions of Black individuals throughout history. Thank you for making this transformative learning experience possible and for helping us empower our students with knowledge, skills, and a deeper sense of connection to their world.","fullyFundedDate":1754735215340,"projectUrl":"project/building-our-black-history-library/9539048/","projectTitle":"Building Our Black History Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sjogren","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9556040_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721833605538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sjogren"},{"teacherId":9556040,"projectId":9662083,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your deeply impactful donation to the \"A Hand to Learn\" project! Your generosity will directly help Ms. Sjogren create a more calm, focused, and supportive learning environment for her 6th-8th grade students at Gen George G Meade Elementary School. By funding these essential sensory tools, you are showing incredible compassion and understanding for the stress and anxiety many students face during challenging academic tasks. Your support is critical for over 100 students in this historically underfunded classroom, and we are truly grateful for your investment in their well-being.\r\n\r\nThe resources you've provided—including the mesh stress balls, Wacky Tracks fidgets, Marble Mesh toys, and Breath Sensory Stickers—are vital tools for social-emotional learning. These items are designed to be discreet and readily available, empowering students to gently and effectively manage their emotions and self-regulate without disruption. By offering these choices, you are helping students build healthy coping strategies: learning to self-soothe, redirect their energy, and improve concentration during group work or complex problem-solving. This shift in focus allows them to tackle learning challenges with greater confidence and capability.\r\n\r\nUltimately, your donation is providing far more than just physical items; you are contributing to a supportive and inclusive classroom culture where students feel safe to address their mental health and focus needs. When students feel calm and focused, they are better equipped to absorb information, engage with their peers, and thrive academically. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where every student is not only ready to learn but also better equipped to handle life's challenges. Your kindness is fostering resilience and success.","fullyFundedDate":1757682704125,"projectUrl":"project/a-hand-to-learn/9662083/","projectTitle":"A Hand to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sjogren","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9556040_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721833605538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sjogren"},{"teacherId":2104377,"projectId":7996695,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom headphone project. Because of your support, every student now has their own set of headphones to use throughout the school year. This might seem like a small thing, but it makes a huge difference in our classroom. Your kindness has directly impacted our students' learning and we are incredibly grateful.\r\nThe new headphones have been especially helpful as we use more technology in our daily lessons. Students can now work on educational apps and programs at their own pace without distracting their classmates. They can listen to audiobooks during independent reading time and follow along with video lessons more easily. This technology has helped create a more focused and productive learning environment for everyone.\r\nThe impact of your gift will be felt for years to come. These headphones are a resource that will benefit countless students in the future, providing them with the tools they need to succeed. Thank you again for being a part of our students' education and for helping us create a better learning experience. Your support means the world to us!","fullyFundedDate":1701269467940,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-headphones/7996695/","projectTitle":"Classroom Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McGee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2104377_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470657588044","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-mcgeelibrary"},{"teacherId":4997172,"projectId":9027425,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of ink pens to my classroom. Your thoughtful gift will make a big difference for my students, helping them to stay engaged and prepared for their work. It's support like yours that makes a real impact on the learning experience, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you once again for your kindness and generosity. You are helping to create an environment where learning can flourish!","fullyFundedDate":1735921748064,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-shipment-2025-01-0/9027425/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials Shipment: 2025-01-03","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4997172_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1511575386455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arc-reed"},{"teacherId":4997172,"projectId":9027341,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your incredibly generous donation of tissues to our classroom. Your thoughtfulness and support mean so much to me and to my students.\r\n\r\nHaving these supplies on hand makes such a difference in keeping our classroom comfortable and well-prepared. It's because of kind-hearted individuals like you that we are able to create an environment where our students can thrive without the distractions of needing basic supplies.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you again for your generosity. It is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1735918774259,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-shipment-2025-01-0/9027341/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials Shipment: 2025-01-03","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4997172_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1511575386455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arc-reed"},{"teacherId":4997172,"projectId":8905580,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for your generous contribution to support my work with English Language Learners. Your donation helped me purchase essential materials that will make a meaningful difference in my student's learning experience.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, Shaki, now has access to resources that will help them thrive in their language development and academic growth. This kind of investment in a child's education is invaluable, and I am deeply grateful for your kindness and commitment to our students' success.\r\n\r\nI look forward to sharing the progress we'll be able to make with these new materials. Thank you once again for your generosity—it truly means the world to us.","fullyFundedDate":1730113724612,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-help-them/8905580/","projectTitle":"Help Us Help Them","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4997172_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1511575386455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arc-reed"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90749","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":316,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":90,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":4,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"11.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":38.6,"schoolId":90749,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Gen George G Meade Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Gen George G Meade Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/philadelphia-city-school-district/gen-george-g-meade-elementary-school/90749"}