{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Denbigh Early Childhood Center","outOfStateSupporters":55.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1736293,"projectId":9712634,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through this DonorsChoose project. When my students first saw the light table materials, their excitement was immediate—they were eager to explore and couldn't wait to get their hands on the glowing letters and numbers. What might look like simple materials quickly turned into a meaningful learning experience as students began sorting letters, building names, and counting with purpose.\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching a small group of students use the transparent letters to spell their names on the light table. As they worked together, they started talking about letter sounds, helping each other find the right letters, and proudly showing their work. The light table naturally encouraged conversation, teamwork, and confidence in a way that felt both playful and purposeful.\r\nWe will continue using these materials to enhance early literacy and math skills through hands-on exploration. As students develop, we will introduce the letters and numbers in more advanced activities such as word building, patterning, and problem-solving. Your support has created opportunities for meaningful, engaging learning, and I am very grateful for the positive impact you've made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757900214862,"projectUrl":"project/light-it-up-hands-on-learning-with-ligh/9712634/","projectTitle":"Light It Up: Hands-On Learning With Light Table Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nora Macdonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1736293_orig.png?crop=854,854,x77,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746132954802","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1736293"},{"teacherId":1736293,"projectId":9307887,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project. Having a kidney-shaped table for teaching letter sounds (with proper mouth formation), counting, and writing makes it much easier for students to see and reach one another. The kidney shape encourages meaningful conversations and supports the use of learning strategies, such as Turn-N-Talk, with friends. This table has become the class favorite for \"teacher time,\" and it is used all day, every day—for help with counting, learning to cut with scissors, creating art projects, and more. Words cannot express how much this gift means to our room! Thank you again for your generosity and thoughtfulness.","fullyFundedDate":1752271572023,"projectUrl":"project/where-learning-comes-full-circle/9307887/","projectTitle":"\"Where Learning Comes Full Circle\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nora Macdonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1736293_orig.png?crop=854,854,x77,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746132954802","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1736293"},{"teacherId":1736293,"projectId":9419618,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when they saw all the fun \"toys\" we received to help them learn to count and read letters. In preschool, learning needs to be hands-on, concrete, include moving parts, and be visually appealing to keep students engaged. This is especially important when they are asked to leave their favorite center to work in a small group. Thank you very much for providing the perfect resources for my amazing little learners. They love all of the resources, especially the robot letters and numbers! I knew it was a special gift when they asked to play with them again and again. Most resources lose their excitement quickly, so I constantly change things up to prevent boredom. Every time I put the locks, cars, and robots away, they beg me to get them back out. If only you could visit and see their growing minds at work! Your gift has made a big difference in my class. They are engaged and using letter names and sounds throughout the day. Their exposure to numbers and willingness to count have also grown. Thank you so much for supporting my students, my classroom, and Donors Choose. I couldn't make this big an impact without you!","fullyFundedDate":1750814618130,"projectUrl":"project/driving-building-unlocking-with-num/9419618/","projectTitle":"Driving, Building, Unlocking... With Numbers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nora Macdonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1736293_orig.png?crop=854,854,x77,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746132954802","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1736293"},{"teacherId":3968987,"projectId":10075558,"letterContent":"We are in the middle of the Clothes Study. We are investigating as much as we can about clothes. We are learning about the features of clothes, special clothes we wear, the clothes people wear for their jobs, how clothes are made... Doodle socks are such a fun way to engage with the topic. Everyone loved choosing, coloring and decorating their own sock. They have been wearing their special socks to school. Thank you for this wonderful gift. Our students are so thankful as well. We love having fun ways to learn about topics. We can't wait to do this again next year!","fullyFundedDate":1772727650043,"projectUrl":"project/lets-doodle-on-socks/10075558/","projectTitle":"Let's Doodle on Socks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pearson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3968987_orig.jpg?crop=3040,3040,x358,y1156&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701503071885","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pearson31"},{"teacherId":3968987,"projectId":10046978,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the gift of watercolors! Any kind of activity with painting is fun and relaxing and calming to the kids. They love painting, and being creative. I love that each watercolor page comes with its own sheet of paints. Easy cleanup. I plan to gift each child their own watercoloring book for spring break so they have a fun activity to do while they are on break from school. Thank you again for this amazing experience. We are truly appreciative of your support and generous donation to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1771764090366,"projectUrl":"project/wonderful-watercolors/10046978/","projectTitle":"Wonderful Watercolors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pearson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3968987_orig.jpg?crop=3040,3040,x358,y1156&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701503071885","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pearson31"},{"teacherId":3968987,"projectId":10054861,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for your generous donation, allowing us to bring in more clear backpacks for our wonderful preschoolers. Clear backpacks are a requirement for our district, PreK - 12th grade. This project will benefit any student at our school in need of a clear backpack. Many backpacks break or tear and students need a replacement backpack at some point during the school year. Thank you again, for caring for the needs of our students and lessening the burden on our families. We are so grateful for your support and care. Please stay safe and be blessed.","fullyFundedDate":1769633719415,"projectUrl":"project/clear-backpacks-for-school/10054861/","projectTitle":"Clear Backpacks For School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pearson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3968987_orig.jpg?crop=3040,3040,x358,y1156&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701503071885","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pearson31"},{"teacherId":9298246,"projectId":9400416,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us add classroom lockers to our PreK room. Having dedicated storage has made a big difference for our students by giving them their own individual space to keep belongings organized and easily accessible. These cubbies support independence, responsibility, and a smoother daily routine for both students and teachers. We are truly grateful for your support and for investing in a classroom environment that helps our children feel confident, capable, and cared for.","fullyFundedDate":1758843161512,"projectUrl":"project/secure-store-succeed-lockers-for-a-be/9400416/","projectTitle":"Secure, Store, Succeed: Lockers for a Better School Day","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Windt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9298246_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727294003340","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9298246"},{"teacherId":9298246,"projectId":9369739,"letterContent":"Our students have been so appreciative of the resources that were funded thanks you your help! The excitement on their faces when the light table finally arrived was a sight to behold. They hadn't seen one before and could not wait to begin experimenting with the manipulatives. \r\n\r\nThis project was so important to us because we wanted to have a center in our room that would aid our students in hands on experimentation, sensory exploration, and sparking creativity. Our students use it to explore colors, shapes, patterns, and cause-and-effect while strengthening fine motor skills and early math and literacy concepts. It also encourages collaboration, creativity, and calm, focused play—making it especially helpful for learners with different learning styles and needs.","fullyFundedDate":1755521958799,"projectUrl":"project/turn-on-the-light-for-learning/9369739/","projectTitle":"Turn on the Light for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Windt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9298246_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727294003340","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9298246"},{"teacherId":3968987,"projectId":10054878,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for your generous donation, allowing us to bring in more clear backpacks for our wonderful preschoolers. Clear backpacks are a requirement for our district, PreK - 12th grade. This project will benefit any student at our school in need of a clear backpack. Many backpacks break or tear and a replacement backpack is needed. Thank you again, for caring for the needs of our students and lessening the burden on our families. We are so grateful for your support and care. Please stay safe and be blessed.","fullyFundedDate":1769628336551,"projectUrl":"project/clear-backpacks-for-preschool/10054878/","projectTitle":"Clear Backpacks For Preschool","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pearson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3968987_orig.jpg?crop=3040,3040,x358,y1156&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701503071885","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pearson31"},{"teacherId":3968987,"projectId":10018019,"letterContent":"We are so very thankful for your generous support of our snack project! We have snack time daily in our classroom and it's one of the highlights of our preschoolers' day! We ordered all of our most favorite snacks and we also decided to get something new this time for everyone to try (Ritz bits). I'm really curious to see how they all like it. They love trying new snacks. The kids are so excited to choose their snack at the end of the day. Thank you so much for helping us do snack time each day. Please stay warm and stay safe!","fullyFundedDate":1768606046983,"projectUrl":"project/preschool-snacks/10018019/","projectTitle":"Preschool Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pearson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3968987_orig.jpg?crop=3040,3040,x358,y1156&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701503071885","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pearson31"},{"teacherId":9335837,"projectId":9610143,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting Hunger-Free Learning: Snacks for PEEP Students. Because of your generosity, my students now have consistent access to healthy snacks that help them stay focused and regulated during the school day. We use the snacks during learning transitions, small-group instruction, and after active movement, which has helped students re-engage more smoothly and remain attentive.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks arrived, the students were genuinely excited and thankful. Many expressed happiness and comfort knowing food was available, and this reassurance has helped reduce stress and improve classroom behavior. Having snacks readily available has also supported lessons in sharing, routines, and care for one another.\r\n\r\nWith this support, my students are better able to participate in literacy, social-emotional learning, and hands-on activities without the distraction of hunger. Your donation has helped create a nurturing learning environment where students feel supported and ready to succeed. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1764687334767,"projectUrl":"project/hunger-free-learning-snacks-for-peep-st/9610143/","projectTitle":"Hunger-Free Learning: Snacks for PEEP Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9335837_orig.jpg?crop=2315,2316,x0,y131&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731359970457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9335837"},{"teacherId":3968987,"projectId":9754181,"letterContent":"We are so thankful to have trikes again! Many years ago we had tricycles, but they broke. Thanks to your support, we have trikes again and the kids love riding them. It's the first time using a trike for many of the kids, so they are getting used to using their feet to pedal along. This is a great gross motor activity, especially on super chilly days like today where I didn't want to have the kids outside with so much sickness showing. We want to stay warm indoors. The trikes benefit the entire student body at our school, so we are super appreciative! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1758860429116,"projectUrl":"project/prek-trikes/9754181/","projectTitle":"PreK Trikes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pearson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3968987_orig.jpg?crop=3040,3040,x358,y1156&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701503071885","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pearson31"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_34815","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":397,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":49,"percentWhite":17,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":23,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - Pre-K","studentTeacherRatio":"12.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":44.1,"schoolId":34815,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Denbigh Early Childhood Center on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Denbigh Early Childhood Center","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/newport-news-public-schools/denbigh-early-childhood-ctr/34815"}