{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Black Hawk School","outOfStateSupporters":36.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":336402,"projectId":10018500,"letterContent":"Thank you for the art supplies. The students will use them to create projects that will remind them of the letter and sound of different letters. The 1st one we will create will be a cat inside the letter C. By cutting out the c, coloring the letter and adding a cat in the form of the C the students will remember the letter much better.\r\n\r\nMost of my students have just turned 5 this summer. As a 5K teacher I have found that the more the students can identify with a letter, the easier it is to associate the form of the letter and the sound of the letter to the C. \r\n\r\nI appreciate your support of our young children.","fullyFundedDate":1778061918655,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-stem-toys-and-art-together/10018500/","projectTitle":"Bringing Stem Toys and Art Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pickett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/336402"},{"teacherId":336402,"projectId":10010945,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our classroom project, \"Keep our room clean\". With a bunch of little people using my room I find that there are often fingerprints on tables, computers, and shelving. Hopefully the Clorox wipes, Screen Microfiber clothes, and Bounty napkins will keep our room clean with less germs. This project also included some items for our treasure box and some wooden toys for our kitchen area.\r\n \r\n The students have a snack each day and often leave the tables a mess. This is one point in the day where I can work on living skills. It is my hope that they will use the napkins while snacking. Before they leave for the day, they will each clean their table and chairs. It is not only the parents, and teachers who need to be responsible, but it is their job too.","fullyFundedDate":1777999271666,"projectUrl":"project/keep-our-room-clean/10010945/","projectTitle":"Keep Our Room Clean","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pickett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/336402"},{"teacherId":3283483,"projectId":10035361,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping add new books and literacy materials to our classroom. My first graders have been excited to look through the new books, choose what interests them, and spend more time reading. Having fresh choices has made our reading time feel more exciting and has helped students find books they actually want to pick up.\r\n\r\nThese materials also give us more opportunities to practice important skills like fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and retelling. I'm already seeing students become more confident and more willing to read on their own. Thank you for helping us build a classroom where reading can feel fun, comfortable, and something students look forward to.","fullyFundedDate":1773444023481,"projectUrl":"project/reading-growth-starts-with-great-books/10035361/","projectTitle":"Reading Growth Starts With Great Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Buss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3283483_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y81&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668702560204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cortney-street"},{"teacherId":3283483,"projectId":10055403,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring new iPads into our classroom! Our old iPads had reached the point where many of the learning apps we use would no longer update or run correctly, so having reliable devices has made a big difference for my students.\r\n\r\nWe use the iPads for reading practice, math skills, educational games, and other activities that give students extra practice at their own level. The kids are always excited when it's time to use them, and I love knowing they can focus on learning instead of waiting for an app to load or a device to work. Your support has given my students another tool to help them learn, practice, and grow. We truly appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1778062044322,"projectUrl":"project/replacing-outdated-ipads-to-keep-learnin/10055403/","projectTitle":"Replacing Outdated iPads to Keep Learning Apps Running","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Buss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3283483_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y81&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668702560204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cortney-street"},{"teacherId":10181455,"projectId":9896669,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom prize box. Your kindness and donations make a huge impact on our students each and every day. The prize box is more than just rewards — it helps encourage positive behavior, hard work, kindness, and responsibility in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe students get so excited to earn prizes, and it motivates them to try their best, make good choices, and work toward their goals. Seeing their smiles and excitement is truly special. Your support helps create a positive and encouraging learning environment where students feel proud of their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and willingness to support our classroom. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students!\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1773247190100,"projectUrl":"project/prize-box/9896669/","projectTitle":"Prize Box","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hagen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10181455_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765913687872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10181455"},{"teacherId":1987847,"projectId":9974017,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of classroom health supplies. Your thoughtfulness truly makes a difference in our little school community.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is now stocked with:\r\n\r\nClorox Disinfecting Wipes\r\n\r\nAntibacterial Hand Wipes\r\n\r\nPurell Hand Sanitizer\r\n\r\nKleenex Facial Tissues\r\n\r\nBrawny Paper Towels\r\n\r\nThese aren't just \"supplies.\" They are tools that help keep our students healthy, learning, and present in the classroom. In a small school like ours, where many families are doing their very best but may be stretched financially, these items are not always easy for parents to provide. Your generosity lifts that burden.\r\n\r\nYou are helping us prevent the spread of germs, care for sniffly noses, clean up daily messes, and create a safe, healthy space where students can focus on what matters most — learning and growing.\r\n\r\nPlease know how deeply appreciated your support is. Acts of kindness like yours remind me why I love being part of this community. Thank you for caring about our students and investing in their well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1768695007290,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-classroom-happy-learners/9974017/","projectTitle":"Healthy Classroom = Happy Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Figi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1987847_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538277985982","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-figi"},{"teacherId":1987847,"projectId":9920200,"letterContent":"Oh my goodness... where do I even begin? 💛\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom has completely transformed in the best way. What may have looked like simple supplies on a list have turned into powerful, hands-on learning moments for my 2nd graders.\r\n\r\nThe first day I introduced the double-sided number line boards, the room buzzed with excitement. Instead of just talking about counting, skip-counting, and place value, students were sliding their fingers across their own boards, solving problems, and proudly holding them up to show their thinking. Even some of my quieter students were eager to participate because they had something tangible in their hands. It shifted math from \"watch me\" to \"try it yourself.\"\r\n\r\nThe write-on clock faces have been a game changer for teaching time. We recently worked on telling time to the nearest five minutes, and instead of staring at a worksheet, students physically moved the hands on their clocks and practiced setting times I called out. When one student exclaimed, \"Ohhhh! Now I get it!\"—that was your impact in action.\r\n\r\nAnd the decodable readers? Watching students gain confidence as they successfully read entire books independently is one of the greatest gifts. When they realized, \"I can read this all by myself!\" the pride on their faces was priceless.\r\n\r\nWe'll integrate time management into daily routines and continue strengthening fluency with small-group reading using the decodable texts. The dry erase boards will continue to support daily math warm-ups and problem-solving challenges.\r\n\r\nYou didn't just provide materials—you provided confidence, engagement, and opportunities for my students to truly understand what they are learning.\r\n\r\nFrom our small school in South Wayne, please know that your generosity is seen, felt, and appreciated every single day. My students are growing because of you.","fullyFundedDate":1764717743194,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-time-money-reading/9920200/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Time, Money, & Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Figi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1987847_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538277985982","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-figi"},{"teacherId":10181455,"projectId":9901562,"letterContent":"STEM Workbooks for Our Kindergarten Classroom\r\n\r\nSTEM workbooks allow my kindergarten students to explore, wonder, and believe in their own ideas. These workbooks are more than just pages to complete — they are tools that help young learners ask questions, solve problems, and discover that learning can be exciting and meaningful. Through simple building challenges, hands-on activities, and guided exploration, students begin to see themselves as thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, these workbooks are used during small groups and learning centers, where students work together, share ideas, and proudly explain their thinking. I have watched students who are normally quiet light up as they design, test, and improve their work. These moments build confidence and teach students that it's okay to make mistakes, try again, and learn from one another.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these STEM workbooks help create a classroom where curiosity is encouraged and every child feels capable. They support early math, science, and critical-thinking skills while helping students develop patience, creativity, and perseverance. Having access to these materials allows my students to experience the joy of discovery every day, and it makes a lasting impact on how they view learning.","fullyFundedDate":1767131873375,"projectUrl":"project/stem-writing-activites/9901562/","projectTitle":"STEM Writing Activites","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hagen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10181455_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765913687872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10181455"},{"teacherId":336402,"projectId":9457327,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my writing project. I have eleven students that have only been writing their letters and numbers for about a year. \r\n\r\nMany of them need to improve on how big they should be writing. The books and pens we received will be of help when it comes to improving their penmanship and staying within the given lines.\r\n\r\n We do a lot of writing with the reading series we use. I have found that they need help on how to form their letters. The books have letters, numbers, and just plain drawing in them.\r\n\r\nWith a little practice I'm sure I will see improvement soon.","fullyFundedDate":1762267608669,"projectUrl":"project/thats-so-groovy/9457327/","projectTitle":"That's So Groovy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pickett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/336402"},{"teacherId":336402,"projectId":9418251,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my \"Let's Start with Sounds\" project. We are a small school district that doesn't have a lot of money except for the essentials.\r\n\r\nI teach 5K and find that one-on-one teaching is necessary at this age. The supplies we received can make that happen. I am able to use them as a letter recognition tool as well as sounding out words.\r\n\r\nThe items I ordered to reward the students are a big motivator for the children. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your support. I thank you, and my students thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1760376347302,"projectUrl":"project/lets-start-with-the-sounds/9418251/","projectTitle":"Let's Start With the Sounds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pickett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/336402"},{"teacherId":10181455,"projectId":9896646,"letterContent":"Since receiving the new STEM resources, my students have been using them during small-group centers and choice time to explore building, designing, and problem-solving together. One memorable moment was when a group of students worked collaboratively to design a tall structure that could stand without falling. They tested different ideas, adjusted their designs, and encouraged one another when something did not work the first time. This hands-on experience allowed students to practice persistence, teamwork, and critical thinking in a meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. Their faces lit up as they eagerly asked questions and explored how the pieces fit together. Many students jumped right into building, while others carefully examined the materials and shared ideas with their peers. The excitement carried into thoughtful discussions as students explained their designs and proudly shared what they created.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for my students include using these STEM tools to support upcoming lessons focused on problem-solving and early engineering concepts. Students will continue to work in small groups to design structures, test solutions, and reflect on what worked and what they would change next time. These resources will remain a consistent part of our classroom, helping students build confidence, creativity, and a strong foundation for future learning.","fullyFundedDate":1763310863904,"projectUrl":"project/stem-activities/9896646/","projectTitle":"STEM Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hagen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10181455_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765913687872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10181455"},{"teacherId":336402,"projectId":9792210,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my STEM project. The children are having a great time using the supplies.\r\n\r\nWith the WI winters, I find we are inside A LOT. The other kindergarten class joins my class in exploring and experimenting on a regular basis. They particularly enjoy the Three Little Pigs for building houses we can't blow down and the Three Billy Goats Gruff for building bridges so the Goats can cross safely.\r\n\r\nThe supplies are of good quality and will provide years of being able to build and explore with.\r\n\r\nAgain, Thank you for being such a great supporter of young children. It is truly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1759940573182,"projectUrl":"project/teaching-with-stem/9792210/","projectTitle":"Teaching with STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pickett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/336402"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_37562","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":338,"numTeachers":10,"percentFrplEligible":47,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":96,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":3,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"33.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":63.5,"schoolId":37562,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Black Hawk School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Black Hawk School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/wisconsin/school-district-of-black-hawk/black-hawk-school/37562"}