{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hamilton Park Pacesetter Magnet School","outOfStateSupporters":26.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10024733,"projectId":9754197,"letterContent":"The DonorsChoose project has made a huge difference in my classroom. The STEM and gardening materials have allowed my students to explore, build, and learn through hands-on experiences they truly enjoy. The sensory tools have helped many of my students stay calm, focused, and ready to learn, while the snacks have ensured no child is trying to learn on an empty stomach. The art supplies have opened the door for creativity and self-expression that many of my students thrive on. These resources have created a more engaging, supportive, and well-rounded learning environment, and I am so grateful for the positive impact they've had on my students every day.","fullyFundedDate":1758811604515,"projectUrl":"project/blooming-learning-and-thriving-a-littl/9754197/","projectTitle":"Blooming, Learning and Thriving: A Little of Everything","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10024733_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754108375146","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10024733"},{"teacherId":10108185,"projectId":9699389,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our kindergarten classroom now has a beautiful new story-time carpet. It's my favorite color, pink, and the bright alphabet has become an instant learning tool for my little learners. We use the carpet each day for read-alouds, morning meetings, and letter-sound activities. One of my favorite moments was watching the class excitedly find the letters in their names around the carpet during our alphabet review, such a perfect mix of learning and joy.\r\nWhen my kinders first saw the carpet, their reactions were priceless. They gasped, pointed, and immediately rushed to sit on their \"special letter.\" Many traced the letters with their fingers, proudly announcing, \"I found mine!\" The carpet has quickly become the coziest and happiest spot in our room, giving students a comfortable place to gather, listen, and learn together.\r\nAs we move forward, we'll continue using the carpet to build early literacy skills, practice sharing and turn-taking during circle time, and support small-group lessons. Your support has given our class a warm, welcoming space that encourages curiosity and helps our kindergarteners feel safe, connected, and excited to learn. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757541456184,"projectUrl":"project/kinder-carpet/9699389/","projectTitle":"Kinder Carpet","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10108185_orig.jpg?crop=3072,3072,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754148566950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10108185"},{"teacherId":10024733,"projectId":9527431,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now come to class with smiles, full tummies, and ready minds. The snacks you provided have become an essential part of our daily routine, helping students stay focused and energized throughout the day.\r\n\r\nBefore this project, many of my students struggled to concentrate during lessons, especially in the late morning and afternoon. Now, they eagerly look forward to snack time — a moment that not only fills their stomachs but also their hearts. I'll never forget when one student said, \"I can think better now!\" after finishing his snack. It was such a touching reminder that something so small can make such a big difference.\r\n\r\nThe first time my students saw our new snack bins, their faces lit up with excitement and relief. They felt cared for and valued, knowing that others believed in their potential. Because of you, our classroom feels more focused, calm, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWe're now taking the next step by learning about healthy choices and how good nutrition helps our brains and bodies. Your kindness has not only fed my students — it has inspired them to make positive choices for themselves and their futures.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and making learning a little brighter and tastier every day.","fullyFundedDate":1758227875934,"projectUrl":"project/tummies-full-minds-ready-to-learn/9527431/","projectTitle":"Tummies Full, Minds Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10024733_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754108375146","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10024733"},{"teacherId":1727871,"projectId":9570415,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our 2nd graders are discovering the wonders of science through story! The new science storybooks have completely transformed our classroom reading time—each book invites students to explore big ideas like habitats, weather, and life cycles through the eyes of engaging characters. We've been using the books to launch hands-on experiments and discussions that connect literacy and science in meaningful ways. Recently, after reading a story about plant growth, students planted their own seeds and are keeping \"scientist journals\" to track what happens next.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in the room was contagious the moment the books arrived! My students couldn't wait to flip through the colorful pages, pointing out familiar science topics and making predictions about what they might learn. For many, it was their first time seeing science presented through storytelling—and it made the subject come alive. One student said, \"It feels like I'm in the story doing the experiment!\"\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students are not just learning facts—they're developing curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for reading and discovery. Our next step is to use these books to inspire small group projects, where students will research and write their own \"mini science stories.\" Your generosity made this joyful and engaging learning possible. Thank you for helping bring adventure to every page in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1758202866786,"projectUrl":"project/adventure-in-every-page-exploring-scien/9570415/","projectTitle":"Adventure in Every Page: Exploring Science Through Storybooks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Patt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1727871_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1527647623570","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrspatt"},{"teacherId":1727871,"projectId":9570389,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our 2nd graders have been exploring the exciting world of coding—without even touching a computer! With the new screen-free coding tools you helped us purchase, my students are learning to think like programmers through play, teamwork, and creativity. They're giving commands, spotting patterns, and figuring out how to make their robots follow step-by-step directions. It's amazing to see how naturally they connect problem-solving in coding to what we do in math and reading every day.\r\n\r\nWhat the students love most is seeing their ideas move. They giggle and cheer when their robot successfully follows the path they designed—or races off in the wrong direction before they debug their code and try again. One student who was often shy about sharing ideas now confidently leads her team, testing sequences and encouraging her friends to \"keep trying.\" These moments of perseverance and collaboration have truly transformed our classroom into a space full of curiosity and confidence.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my 2nd graders are discovering that coding is about much more than screens—it's about creativity, logic, and learning from mistakes. You've helped them develop skills that will last a lifetime, and their excitement is contagious. Thank you for inspiring a new generation of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers!","fullyFundedDate":1757608178876,"projectUrl":"project/coding-without-screens-big-learning-for/9570389/","projectTitle":"Coding Without Screens: Big Learning for Little Coders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Patt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1727871_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1527647623570","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrspatt"},{"teacherId":2157342,"projectId":9499624,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the Tonies storybook box! The students are absolutely loving it. They're fully engaged as they listen to the stories through the headphones — it's such a special experience for them. It's sparked so much excitement that they've started competing to see who gets to play with it first! Even more wonderful is how they've begun sharing the stories with each other, retelling what they've heard and bonding over their favorite characters and moments.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest hits from the box has been the Color Monster Pup book. It's been an incredible tool for helping the kids understand and express their emotions. Many of them have never seen a pop-up book before, and their faces light up with amazement each time they open it. It's become a favorite during our group reading time, and it has sparked so many meaningful conversations about feelings in a way that's fun and approachable.\r\n\r\nThe creative materials included have been a huge success as well. The students are really enjoying using the stencils to invent their own characters and create new stories. Adding the googly eye stickers is their favorite finishing touch — it gives their creations so much personality! These materials are not only bringing joy to the classroom, but they're also helping the kids grow in their storytelling, emotional awareness, and creative thinking. We are so grateful for your thoughtful support!","fullyFundedDate":1754620312525,"projectUrl":"project/we-want-more-stories/9499624/","projectTitle":"We Want More Stories!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2157342_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534052517661","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-rhamiltonpark"},{"teacherId":10024820,"projectId":9462598,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our classroom mailboxes. This addition has made such a positive impact on the way our classroom runs each day.\r\n\r\nThe mailboxes have given my students a simple, organized place to keep their work. Instead of papers being lost, crumpled, or left behind, each child now has their own slot where they know their assignments, notes, and important papers belong. This has helped them build independence, responsibility, and pride in caring for their work.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping bring this project to life! Your generosity has truly made a lasting impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1752681125241,"projectUrl":"project/organized-spaces-inspired-readers/9462598/","projectTitle":"Organized Spaces & Inspired Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10024820_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y165&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746624493054","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10024820"},{"teacherId":10024820,"projectId":9369898,"letterContent":"I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity in funding our classroom sit spot rug. Since it arrived, it has transformed our learning space and daily routines in such a positive way!\r\n\r\nThe rug has given my students a clear, comfortable, and inviting place to gather. Each child has their own designated spot, which has brought structure, reduced distractions, and helped with transitions throughout the day. Whether we are starting our morning meeting, listening to a read-aloud, sharing ideas, or practicing new skills together, the rug has created a sense of community and belonging.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting my students and me. Your generosity has made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1747925233593,"projectUrl":"project/sit-spot-classroom-rug/9369898/","projectTitle":"Sit-Spot Classroom Rug!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10024820_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y165&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746624493054","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10024820"},{"teacherId":2157342,"projectId":9573247,"letterContent":"The problem solving books we received have really helped my kids to understand how to navigate social situations with their peers. The story explains how it is OK for them to speak up for themselves, walk away or ask for help when they can't solve a conflict. It has given them confidence to navigate situations on their own.\r\nThe book set about caring for school supplies has really helped the kids to understand how to take care of our classroom materials appropriately. They loved the silly stories and understand the good and bad ways to treat our materials. Luckily, they have all been treating our materials the \"good way\".\r\nLastly, the different versions of the Gingerbread story will really come in handy when we read, compare and contrast several versions of the book in December. The kids really think the different characters and endings are so fun!\r\nThanks again for your support of my little learners.","fullyFundedDate":1754963496338,"projectUrl":"project/every-story-has-a-lesson/9573247/","projectTitle":"Every Story Has a Lesson","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2157342_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534052517661","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-rhamiltonpark"},{"teacherId":10075769,"projectId":9456580,"letterContent":"When our new rolling whiteboard and supplies arrived, my students were immediately curious and excited to see how we would use them. During math, we've been using the whiteboard and markers to model number bonds, solve problems together, and share strategies in a way that everyone can see. Students love coming up to the board, and having a large, mobile space makes it easy to move around the room to support small groups. In writing, the magnetic sentence strips have been especially helpful for providing sentence stems and modeling good handwriting practices. Students enjoy arranging and adding their own sentences, which has helped build their confidence as writers.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments so far was during a math lesson when a small group was struggling to understand number bonds. I brought over the whiteboard and asked them to build and solve different examples. Their faces lit up as they used the markers to draw and erase until it finally clicked. They were so proud to share their work with the class, and it made the lesson more meaningful because they were actively involved in building their understanding.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are starting a new writing project where students will be creating short stories. The magnetic sentence strips will be a big part of this work, allowing us to practice sequencing events, using sentence stems, and checking for complete sentences before transferring ideas to paper. My students are already eager to use the whiteboard again, and I know these tools will continue to make our learning visible, interactive, and fun. Thanks again for all of your support!","fullyFundedDate":1752404659085,"projectUrl":"project/making-learning-visible-and-fun/9456580/","projectTitle":"Making Learning Visible and Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Montgomery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10075769"},{"teacherId":10024733,"projectId":9527450,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our classroom library is growing into a place where every student can find the perfect book for their learning journey. The addition of beginning readers, high-interest books, and sensory board books has given my students more choices than ever before. Now, whether a child is just starting to recognize words, needs extra sensory input to stay engaged, or is eager to dive into topics that spark curiosity, there is something waiting for them on our shelves.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stood out was when a student who usually avoids reading time eagerly selected a high-interest book and asked to share it with a friend. Another student, still developing early literacy skills, now proudly takes ownership of \"their\" beginning reader and revisits it daily. These small victories are possible because our classroom library is expanding to reflect the needs and interests of all learners.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is not only putting books in our students' hands—it is helping us build a culture of choice, joy, and discovery through reading. We are so grateful for the lasting impact you are making on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755538002614,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-open-doors-for-every-learner/9527450/","projectTitle":"Books That Open Doors for Every Learner!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10024733_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754108375146","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10024733"},{"teacherId":10024733,"projectId":9378245,"letterContent":"Thanks to your kindness, my students now have access to sensory board books that make reading both engaging and accessible. These books have quickly become a favorite part of our day. The textured pages, bright pictures, and interactive features keep my students focused and excited to explore stories in ways that meet their sensory needs.\r\n\r\nOne special moment was seeing a student who usually avoids books sit down and independently turn the pages, smiling as they touched the different textures. For another student, the books have become a calming tool during transitions, giving them a positive way to re-engage with learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped nurture a love for reading, build early literacy skills, and provide sensory comfort for children who need it most. 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