{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Potowmack Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":19.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9555476,"projectId":10237222,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom! I am truly grateful for your generosity and for investing in my students' learning.\r\n\r\nMy students thrive when learning feels active and hands-on. These materials help me move beyond paper-and-pencil practice and give students real opportunities to engage with math and reading in a way that makes sense to them. I see more students willing to participate, more willingness to try challenging problems, more confidence when they realize they can do it... and more fun!\r\n\r\nWhat stands out most to me is how much these kinds of tools change the energy in the room. Students are more focused, more independent, and more proud of their work when they can actually interact with what they are learning. Those moments of understanding and excitement are what I hope for every day as a teacher.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and for supporting my classroom. It really does make a difference for my students in ways they feel right away. <3","fullyFundedDate":1777993670985,"projectUrl":"project/learning-that-sticks-making-math-read/10237222/","projectTitle":"Learning That Sticks: Making Math & Reading Interactive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9555476_orig.jpg?crop=835,835,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716664952101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9555476"},{"teacherId":9555476,"projectId":9946945,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my DonorsChoose project! I am truly so grateful for your generosity and for the care you've shown my students and our classroom.\r\n\r\nI teach a group of curious, hardworking, and creative students, and your donation makes such a meaningful difference in their everyday learning. Having these materials in our classroom helps me create engaging, hands-on resources, keep students better organized, and make learning feel more interactive and exciting. From colorful printed materials and reusable tools to computer mice that make technology easier to navigate, every item in this project has been put to good use right away!\r\n\r\nI was especially excited about the little things that bring extra joy and motivation to our classroom, like colorful gel pens for writing and tools that support brain breaks, focus, and positive reinforcement. Sometimes it's those small touches that help students feel more excited about their work and more connected to the classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and investing in our classroom. Your support helps create a space where students can learn, create, stay organized, and feel successful every day. I feel incredibly lucky to teach these students, and even more grateful to have support from people like you.","fullyFundedDate":1767126939536,"projectUrl":"project/tech-tools-and-organization-for-title/9946945/","projectTitle":"Tech, Tools, and Organization for Title I Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9555476_orig.jpg?crop=835,835,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716664952101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9555476"},{"teacherId":10062781,"projectId":10218376,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding this iPad for my English Learner students. This project has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. The iPad allows me to show students stories, pictures, and interactive activities that help them better understand vocabulary and concepts. It has made learning more engaging, visual, and accessible for my students.\r\n\r\nThe iPad also helps with teaching and testing students in a way that is more comfortable and supportive for English Learners. Many of my students build confidence when they can use visuals and technology during instruction and assessments. Your kindness and generosity are making a real impact on their learning and helping them grow academically every day.","fullyFundedDate":1777993671916,"projectUrl":"project/classrooms-assessment/10218376/","projectTitle":"Classroom’s Assessment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. HANNA","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10062781"},{"teacherId":9721070,"projectId":10095435,"letterContent":"In the morning, so many things can go wrong for students like waking up late or forgetting to charge their chromebooks. Although it doesn't seem like much, snacks\\breakfast is one way that I can positively start off their day of learning on the right foot. With the help of you amazing donors, students are now running to the classroom excited to grab breakfast and start off their day.\r\nEverytime that I get the chance to change the lives of my students, I am always grateful. Without generous supporters like you, I would have been able to do this, so thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1775918554406,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-learning-yes-please/10095435/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Learning? 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Your kindness has created opportunities that truly support both their academic and emotional growth.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your support goes beyond academics. I have seen my EL students become more motivated, engaged, and excited to come to school each day. They are more willing to take risks in speaking, writing, and sharing their ideas, knowing they have the resources they need to succeed. Your generosity has helped create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment where students feel valued and supported. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their future. Your support is making a lasting difference in their lives, and we are deeply appreciative.","fullyFundedDate":1775253247139,"projectUrl":"project/el-rewards/10089165/","projectTitle":"EL Rewards!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. HANNA","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10062781"},{"teacherId":9555476,"projectId":9514242,"letterContent":"When the boxes arrived, my students were instantly curious. They kept asking, \"Is that for us?\" and wanted to help open everything. Even simple things like fresh scissors, colorful stamps, and new sharpeners felt exciting to them. As we set up the storage cart and organized the bins, they took real ownership of the space. It was such a great reminder that they notice and appreciate when their classroom is well cared for.\r\nWe have already started using the supplies every day. The presentation clicker has made lessons run more smoothly and lets me move around the room to check in with students while I teach. The laminating sheets and sheet protectors are helping us create materials we can reuse all year. The stamps and small rewards have added a fun boost of motivation. Students genuinely beam when they see positive feedback on their work. The floor chair and play tent have quickly become favorite spots for independent reading or for students who need a quiet moment to reset.\r\nBecause of you, our classroom feels more complete and more supportive of what my students need. As we move into our next unit with more small group work and hands on activities, these tools are helping us stay organized and focused. Your generosity has made our daily routines smoother and our classroom brighter. Thank you for investing in my students and in the environment where they learn and grow each day.","fullyFundedDate":1755712352779,"projectUrl":"project/supply-the-spark-help-our-classroom-shi/9514242/","projectTitle":"Supply the Spark: Help Our Classroom Shine Bright","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9555476_orig.jpg?crop=835,835,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716664952101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9555476"},{"teacherId":9555476,"projectId":9280561,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has transformed into a space buzzing with curiosity and discovery. When the materials arrived, my students were wide-eyed with excitement. The first time we used the digital microscopes, students gathered around in awe, taking turns examining leaves, fabric fibers, and even tiny specks of dirt from the playground. They were asking thoughtful questions, making observations, and using vocabulary like real scientists. The butterfly habitat and magnetic solar system set immediately sparked conversations that went far beyond our textbook.\r\nWe have already begun using the planter to grow seeds, and students are tracking growth in observation journals. They check the bird feeder daily and eagerly record which birds visit and how their behavior changes. The math tools and optical prisms have helped make abstract ideas more concrete, and I have seen students gain confidence as concepts begin to click. Even the simple addition of colorful pens and organized materials has given students a greater sense of ownership and pride in their work.\r\nNext, we are beginning a longer-term inquiry project where students will design their own mini investigations. Some are planning to study plant growth under different conditions, while others want to observe patterns in weather changes using our barometer. Your support has not just provided supplies. It has opened the door for deeper thinking, real exploration, and meaningful engagement. Thank you for giving my students experiences they will remember long after this school year ends.","fullyFundedDate":1755688088928,"projectUrl":"project/stem-seeds-and-spectrums-learning-thr/9280561/","projectTitle":"STEM, Seeds, and Spectrums: Learning Through Wonder","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9555476_orig.jpg?crop=835,835,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716664952101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9555476"},{"teacherId":9721070,"projectId":9971778,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom snacks project. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to snacks that help them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nFor many students, a simple snack can make a big difference. With your help, our classroom has become a place where students feel cared for and supported, not just academically but also in meeting their basic needs. Having snacks available allows students to concentrate better, participate more confidently, and feel comfortable asking for what they need.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a direct and meaningful impact on our classroom, and I am truly grateful for your support. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping create a positive learning environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768241631560,"projectUrl":"project/help-nourish-and-energize-young-minds-wi/9971778/","projectTitle":"Help Nourish and Energize Young Minds With Healthy Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Batts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9721070_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725316232411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9721070"},{"teacherId":9721070,"projectId":9895095,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom snacks project. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to snacks that help them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nFor many students, a simple snack can make a big difference. With your help, our classroom has become a place where students feel cared for and supported, not just academically but also in meeting their basic needs. Having snacks available allows students to concentrate better, participate more confidently, and feel comfortable asking for what they need.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a direct and meaningful impact on our classroom, and I am truly grateful for your support. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping create a positive learning environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1766162617044,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-stay-focused-comfortab/9895095/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Stay Focused, Comfortable, and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Batts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9721070_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725316232411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9721070"},{"teacherId":9555476,"projectId":9285640,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project. When the boxes arrived, my students were excited just to know something \"for our class\" had come in. As we unpacked the math manipulatives, they immediately started picking things up, asking what they were for, and making guesses about how we'd use them. We use the place value boards and base-ten blocks during small-group math, and it makes a noticeable difference. Students who usually hesitate were more willing to try because they could physically build the numbers and check their thinking.\r\n\r\nThe sensory tools have also been helpful in meaningful ways. A few students who struggle to sit for whole-group lessons will now quietly reach for a fidget instead of getting up and wandering, which has helped them stay with the class longer. The organizers and carts have made our space feel less chaotic. We finally have a designated spot for materials, which has made transitions smoother.\r\n\r\nWe're currently working on a math unit that involves regrouping and multi-step problems, and the manipulatives are supporting students as they practice breaking numbers apart and putting them back together. Having these math tools available every day has helped them bridge the gap between the abstract and concrete. Thank you for helping create a classroom environment that feels calmer, more structured, and better equipped for real learning. Your support genuinely made a difference for my students. <3","fullyFundedDate":1746540773387,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-thinking-space-for-growing/9285640/","projectTitle":"Tools for Thinking, Space for Growing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9555476_orig.jpg?crop=835,835,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716664952101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9555476"},{"teacherId":9721070,"projectId":9575780,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to share that our DonorsChoose project has been fully funded—and it's all thanks to your incredible generosity and support!\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students will now have snacks, especially for those students who don't have food at home. These resources will make a lasting difference in our classroom and will help create a more engaging, inspiring learning environment every day.\r\n\r\nMy students are already excited and can't wait to start eating all the yummy snacks. Your gift has not only provided materials but has also shown them that people beyond our classroom believe in their potential.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in our students and in the power of education. Your generosity has turned a dream into reality, and we're so grateful to have you as part of our classroom community.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1758202568961,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-grow-support-our-community-gard/9575780/","projectTitle":"Help Us Grow! 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The ABC cards have become one of their favorite tools to practice letters — they enjoy showing what they know and take great pride in their progress.\r\n\r\nYour thoughtful contribution has made a wonderful difference in our learning environment. You have not only provided materials but also inspired smiles, motivation, and a love of learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1761322511243,"projectUrl":"project/today-a-reader-tomorrow-a-leader/9430260/","projectTitle":"Today a Reader Tomorrow a Leader","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. HANNA","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10062781"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_62595","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":569,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":84,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":26,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":45,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":80.7,"schoolId":62595,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Potowmack Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Potowmack Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/loudoun-county-public-schools/potowmack-elementary-school/62595"}