{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wayne Hills Center","outOfStateSupporters":34.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8125311,"projectId":9852815,"letterContent":"Your donations of a light table, manipulatives, and storage containers have had a truly transformative effect on our pre-K classroom. The light table immediately became a hub of curiosity and exploration. Children are naturally drawn to its glow, and it has enhanced learning in areas such as early literacy, math, and science. Students experiment with color, shape, and patterning in ways that spark creativity and concentration. Activities that were once ordinary became magical, and even our most hesitant learners became eager to participate.\r\n\r\nThe additional manipulatives have also enriched hands-on learning and supported the development of fine motor skills, problem-solving, and cooperation. With new materials to sort, build, count, and explore, children are engaging more deeply and confidently in independent and small-group activities. Finally, the storage containers have helped us maintain a more organized, child-friendly environment. With materials neatly accessible, students can take responsibility for selecting and returning items, promoting independence and smoother transitions. Altogether, these donations have elevated both learning and classroom management, making our space more vibrant, engaging, and developmentally supportive for every child.","fullyFundedDate":1762373225590,"projectUrl":"project/light-up-our-learning/9852815/","projectTitle":"Light Up Our Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125311"},{"teacherId":10001725,"projectId":9569554,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation towards the multicultural dolls and dollhouse furniture for my classroom. Your contribution has made a significant impact on my three-year-old students, providing them with the opportunity to explore and embrace diversity in a meaningful and hands-on way. The dolls, which reflect a variety of cultures and backgrounds, have sparked important conversations about inclusion and empathy. The children have loved incorporating them into their imaginative play, which has not only supported their social development but also opened their eyes to the beauty of diversity.\r\n\r\nThe new toys have also helped to create a positive and nurturing atmosphere in our classroom. As we introduced the multicultural dolls and furniture, we emphasized the importance of caring for our classroom materials and respecting each toy as part of our shared community. This has been a wonderful opportunity to teach the children how to treat new toys with care, fostering a sense of responsibility, collaboration, and kindness. Your generosity has truly helped us build a stronger, more inclusive classroom community, and we are deeply thankful for your support in making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1757683115037,"projectUrl":"project/multicultural-classroom-toys/9569554/","projectTitle":"Multicultural Classroom Toys","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Erin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10001725_orig.jpg?crop=1279,1279,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746974062844","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10001725"},{"teacherId":10001725,"projectId":9380590,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to thank you for your incredibly generous donation to my classroom. Your support has made a lasting impact on my three-year-old students, particularly in the area of developing their fine motor skills. The new toys you helped provide have given my students the opportunity to work on important skills like hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and focus, all while having fun. These toys have truly transformed our daily activities and have allowed the children to engage in creative and meaningful play that enhances both their cognitive and physical growth.\r\n\r\nBeyond just the physical benefits, your donation has also helped foster a positive, caring atmosphere in our classroom. With these new toys, we've been able to teach our students how to share, take turns, and treat classroom materials with respect. It's been wonderful to see how the children have embraced their new toys and taken ownership of them, helping to create a sense of community and responsibility within our classroom. Your generosity has not only provided educational tools but has also helped shape an environment where every child feels valued and included. Thank you again for your kindness and for making such a difference in the lives of these young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1758561208857,"projectUrl":"project/preschool-fine-motor-skills/9380590/","projectTitle":"Preschool Fine Motor Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Erin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10001725_orig.jpg?crop=1279,1279,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746974062844","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10001725"},{"teacherId":9474886,"projectId":9385381,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to support my students with your generosity! Because of you my students will have more options for learning, and sitting. We have already utilized so many of the goodies including the leaf chairs which has made for a much better learning experience during circle times! The students have \"oohed\" and \"aahed\" over the many new learning toys and have had so much fun getting to use them during out rotational centers. It is because of people like you that I am able to give my students these amazing experiences and I cannot thank you enough for that!","fullyFundedDate":1758561729308,"projectUrl":"project/making-learning-fun/9385381/","projectTitle":"Making Learning Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Huffman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9474886"},{"teacherId":10001725,"projectId":9260704,"letterContent":"I cannot begin to tell you what this donation meant to me, my classroom and my students. It helped me to create a welcoming environment that they otherwise wouldn't have had. \r\nDuring open house, I received so many compliments on the aesthetics of the classroom, how welcoming it was, how calming it was and just how excited the children were to start their first day. \r\nTeachers don't make a lot of money and typically need to use their own paychecks to furnish their classrooms. Because of your donation, I was able to furnish my classroom with the essentials and go above and beyond. Even my principal was amazed. My classroom is now the model classroom for the entire preschool. SO THANK YOU!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1746829397387,"projectUrl":"project/at-last-my-own-classroom/9260704/","projectTitle":"At Last! My own classroom!!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Erin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10001725_orig.jpg?crop=1279,1279,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746974062844","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10001725"},{"teacherId":10001725,"projectId":9347184,"letterContent":"I cannot begin to tell you what this donation meant to me, my classroom and my students. It helped me to create a welcoming environment that they otherwise wouldn't have had. \r\nDuring open house, I received so many compliments on the aesthetics of the classroom, how welcoming it was, how calming it was and just how excited the children were to start their first day. \r\nTeachers don't make a lot of money and typically need to use their own paychecks to furnish their classrooms. Because of your donation, I was able to furnish my classroom with the essentials and go above and beyond. Even my principal was amazed. My classroom is now the model classroom for the entire preschool. SO THANK YOU!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1749137179608,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-spaces-bright-minds/9347184/","projectTitle":"Cozy Spaces & Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Erin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10001725_orig.jpg?crop=1279,1279,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746974062844","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10001725"},{"teacherId":7944610,"projectId":9319888,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generous donations. Thanks to you, my students have a much larger classroom library and collection of learning manipulatives. The interactive books are their favorites and make the students feel like they are part of the story. It keeps them engaged and eager to listen and learn. The magnet boards are great tools to learn letters and spelling while using multiple senses to do so. Having my class fully stocked with everything my students need wouldn't be possible without your help. I am grateful beyond words.","fullyFundedDate":1746786439368,"projectUrl":"project/put-the-fun-in-fundamentals-of-learnin/9319888/","projectTitle":"Put the \"Fun\" in Fundamentals of Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7944610_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689022754387","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7944610"},{"teacherId":7944610,"projectId":9062408,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. Because of you, my classroom is full of new, diverse toys, books, and crafts to enjoy and explore. My students are loving the exciting new additions to the classroom that allow them to create things in the way they really envision them. New stories are keeping them interested in learning about different cultures and ways of life. They are also enjoying the indoor balance beam, making creative pathways to try out and working together on building. None of this would be possible without your help. We appreciate it more than words can say.","fullyFundedDate":1746446038501,"projectUrl":"project/diversity-drives-creativity/9062408/","projectTitle":"Diversity Drives Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7944610_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689022754387","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7944610"},{"teacherId":8125311,"projectId":9062997,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation to our preschool classroom. Your support has made a significant impact on our students' learning experiences. With your contribution, we have been able to acquire essential materials and resources that foster creativity and engagement in our young learners.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our classroom is now equipped with new books, art supplies, and educational toys and games that not only enhance our curriculum but also inspire a love for learning in a diverse manner. The joy on our students' faces as they explore these new resources is truly priceless. We are incredibly grateful for your support and belief in the importance of early childhood education.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for making a difference in our classroom and for helping to create a nurturing environment for our preschoolers.","fullyFundedDate":1746446038375,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-diversity-in-the-classroom-a/9062997/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Diversity in the Classroom and at Home","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125311"},{"teacherId":8724573,"projectId":8991915,"letterContent":"My students have absolutely loved all of the STEAM and Movement opportunities these materials have given them. The Science Viewers are helping them learn and discover nature in a way that transcends language barriers. The I Can Build It vehicles are helping their fine motor skills in an engaging way. The Doctor's Office toys and Engineer-A-Coaster have aided their imaginative play and cooperation. \r\n\r\nThe Hopscotch Carpet, Step Balance Sensory Stones, Giant Number Stepping Stones, and Wave Balance Beam have brought so much laughter and joy to indoor recess. The students are actually excited when it rains so that they can have an indoor recess obstacle course. Each item is helping build a strong foundation for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1735308407719,"projectUrl":"project/steam-and-movement-motives-little-minds/8991915/","projectTitle":"STEAM and Movement Motives Little Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. SPROUSE","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8724573"},{"teacherId":8125311,"projectId":8661554,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to my project. I am so sorry that this thank you is behind, we have had so much snow and so many missed and delayed days that this has been pushed to the back of my mind while I have been trying to play catch up with my students' education!\r\nWhen we received the materials, our students were so excited! They love playing with our stem items on the magnetic board and are are learning so much through exploration and play. It also doubles as a chart stand so our class calendar is more easily accessible to the students during the day!\r\nThank you so much for supporting us and helping to give these kiddos a great start to their education!","fullyFundedDate":1731533447950,"projectUrl":"project/sensational-centers/8661554/","projectTitle":"Sensational Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125311"},{"teacherId":7944610,"projectId":8915012,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, my students have even more hands-on ways to practice their letters and numbers, as well as some visual tools for calming down and regulation feelings. These are major things when it comes to young learners, it's not just about the academics but the overall development. Without you, I wouldn't be able to provide these new ways of learning both at school and at home. Being able to play while learning is key for these students and really helps them reach their full potential. Thank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1732492788616,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-edwards-eager-einsteins/8915012/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Edwards' Eager Einstein's","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7944610_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689022754387","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7944610"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_103653","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":184,"numTeachers":7,"percentFrplEligible":92,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":21,"percentWhite":41,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":24,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - Pre-K","studentTeacherRatio":"26.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":65.3,"schoolId":103653,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Wayne Hills Center on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Wayne Hills Center","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/waynesboro-public-schools/wayne-hill-center/103653"}