{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6647295,"projectId":10456464,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our kindergarten classroom! Thanks to your gift, our classroom now has a dedicated set of student mailboxes, which has quickly become one of the most exciting and essential parts of our daily routine.\r\n\r\nIn kindergarten, practical organizational tools do far more than keep the room neat—they serve as hands-on learning instruments. Having individual mailboxes gives our five- and six-year-olds a tangible sense of ownership, responsibility, and independence.\r\n\r\nThe mailboxes have inspired an exciting classroom postal system! Students love writing, drawing, and delivering \"mail\" to one another, practicing early spelling, fine motor skills, and functional communication in a fun, natural way.","fullyFundedDate":1787108243503,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-organization/10456464/","projectTitle":"Classroom Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6647295_orig.jpg?crop=462,462,x4,y131&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603227647243","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6647295"},{"teacherId":6647295,"projectId":10357651,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our kindergarten classroom! Because of your gift, our classroom library has transformed into a vibrant, welcoming space where our early readers explore new ideas every single day.\r\n\r\nAt five and six years old, learning to read is one of the most pivotal milestones a child experiences. Having access to a diverse, engaging collection of books builds foundational literacy skills, expands vocabularies, and fosters a lifelong love for reading.\r\n\r\nWhen our students sit down in our library corner, their eyes light up as they turn the pages. Thank you again for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1785421913860,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-love-of-books/10357651/","projectTitle":"For the Love of Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6647295_orig.jpg?crop=462,462,x4,y131&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603227647243","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6647295"},{"teacherId":9506370,"projectId":10303842,"letterContent":"I want to thank you all for funding my latest project. This project is bringing education to life and to a great start in our classroom this year. The items really help the learning process by the supports that were ordered and that is needed in classrooms today.\r\nOur classroom is using the items by having their artwork hung up, by helping them learn their alphabets. The billboard letters help enhance our classroom with bright colors that I can use to make words up on the bulletin boards.\r\n\r\nAs I was putting up the letters the children's reaction was,\"They are colorful\". Also as I introduced the Alphabet letters the children noticed that they were new and how there are pictures on the other side of the cards. Furthermore my students love the colorful bulletin board paper as well. Thank you again for the supports for my classroom so it can be able to thrive on a daily basis.","fullyFundedDate":1787237451818,"projectUrl":"project/a-bright-space-for-abcs-and-123s-in-lear/10303842/","projectTitle":"A Bright Space For ABCs and 123s In Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K. 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Now, these headphones create an individualized \"learning bubble\" for every child, giving them the focus and audio clarity needed to practice typing rhythm, analyze media, and build modern digital skills.\r\n\r\nIf you ask the students, the most exciting part of this new equipment is the sense of personal independence and immersion. The moment their headphones go on, their eyes light up as they lock into their screens, feeling like professional software engineers and digital creators. The new tech has especially transformed the experience for our reluctant readers and students with sensory sensitivities. Previously, students using text-to-speech tools felt self-conscious about their screens reading aloud to the room. The privacy provided by these headphones has completely erased that anxiety, allowing quiet processing time that has helped struggling students blossom and dive deeply into advanced coding challenges without fear or distraction.\r\n\r\nYou didn't just buy tech accessories—you gave our students focus, confidence, and equal access to modern learning tools. We are profoundly grateful for your belief in our classroom and the bright futures you are helping build!","fullyFundedDate":1781031412140,"projectUrl":"project/coding-in-the-zone-headphones-for-digit/10321782/","projectTitle":"Coding in the Zone: Headphones for Digital Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2958904_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474342903164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-dailey"},{"teacherId":6647295,"projectId":10126416,"letterContent":"Because of your generous support, our kindergarten classroom is now filled with the tools, colors, and materials our students need to spark their imagination every day.\r\n\r\nWhen children walk into kindergarten, so much of their learning happens through hands-on discovery. Thanks to your contribution, our young learners have direct access to essential daily supplies—from fun writing materials and craft materials.\r\n\r\nThe new charts, markers, and practice journals allow students to practice writing their letters and counting in interactive, engaging ways.","fullyFundedDate":1782495776020,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies-for-success/10126416/","projectTitle":"School Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6647295_orig.jpg?crop=462,462,x4,y131&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603227647243","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6647295"},{"teacherId":7813243,"projectId":9096600,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students come to school each day with the supplies they need to learn, create, and succeed. Having pencils, erasers, copy paper, tissues, Lysol wipes, and other classroom essentials readily available has made a tremendous difference in our daily routines. Instead of stopping instruction to search for supplies or asking students to go without, we can focus our time and energy on meaningful learning. The cleaning supplies have also helped me maintain a clean, healthy classroom where students feel safe and comfortable throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies arrived, my students were genuinely excited. They immediately noticed that everyone had access to the materials they needed, and there was a sense of pride in taking care of our classroom together. Whether we're completing independent work, collaborating on group projects, or simply grabbing a fresh pencil to start the day, these resources are used constantly. What may seem like simple classroom supplies have removed daily barriers, allowing lessons to run more smoothly and ensuring that every student has the opportunity to fully participate in learning. Thank you for investing in my classroom and for making a lasting impact on my students each and every day.","fullyFundedDate":1746754712650,"projectUrl":"project/the-final-stretch-classroom-must-haves/9096600/","projectTitle":"The Final Stretch: Classroom Must-Haves for a Strong Finish!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lloyd Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7813243_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683379177503","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7813243"},{"teacherId":10062834,"projectId":9650373,"letterContent":"I wish you could have seen the smiles on my students' faces when I told them our project was funded!\r\n\r\nYour contribution to \"Little Learners on the Move\" provides my students with the tools they need to become better readers.They loved The Bingo Dabbers so much that they were asking for worksheets where they could use them. For many of them, having brand-new resources specifically for their use makes them feel truly valued.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a champion for my classroom. We are so grateful for your help!","fullyFundedDate":1765205116674,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-on-the-move-building-ma/9650373/","projectTitle":"Little Learners on the Move: Building Math and Tech Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sule","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10062834"},{"teacherId":2958904,"projectId":9533920,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our project. Thanks to you, our classroom is now equipped with the Kinazium Construction Set, and the energy in the room is electric!\r\n\r\nMy students aren't just playing; they are becoming architects and engineers. They are currently using the sets to design complex, multi-level mazes that challenge their robots—and their own problem-solving skills. Seeing them iterate on a design, fail, and then collaborate to fix it is exactly the kind of learning I hoped for.\r\n\r\nYour belief in our students means the world to us. Thank you for providing the tools they need to bring their imagination to life.","fullyFundedDate":1764775711335,"projectUrl":"project/robotics-construction-mazes/9533920/","projectTitle":"Robotics Construction Mazes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2958904_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474342903164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-dailey"},{"teacherId":6647295,"projectId":9769846,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous donation.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when the boxes arrived in our classroom. They couldn't wait to open them. We cheered so loudly as each item was unpacked!!!\r\n\r\nKindergarteners are so eager and enthusiastic about everything. We created our first masterpiece right away. My students LOVE art and are so creative that these supplies are a welcome addition. We do not have art class so I try to incorporate it as much as possible into our classroom.\r\n\r\nAs Kinders we are just learning to spell and write, art gives them a way to express their thoughts and ideas.","fullyFundedDate":1766171786926,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-artists/9769846/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6647295_orig.jpg?crop=462,462,x4,y131&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603227647243","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6647295"},{"teacherId":8193362,"projectId":9822637,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation to my project, \"Help with Reading and Sensory Issues\". My students are being exposed to a more literacy rich environment. As you can see in the pictures, I am labeling EVERYTHING! \r\nWith the excitement that the month of December brings to the school environment, my students are needing more time in our restoration center. This is where they use the sensory items you helped to finance. This little break keeps them from reacting to their peers in a negative way.\r\nAgain, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness. My students are benefiting from it greatly.","fullyFundedDate":1760552181406,"projectUrl":"project/help-with-reading-and-sensory-issues/9822637/","projectTitle":"Help With Reading and Sensory Issues","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8193362_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786123433667","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8193362"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90885","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":433,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":72,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":24,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"12.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.2,"schoolId":90885,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/philadelphia-city-school-district/mary-mcleod-bethune-elementary-school/90885"}