{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Henry H Houston Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2506802,"projectId":9900223,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to this very important project. It is because of people like you that my students are afforded the things that they deserve for their education. These scissors will be an asset to our classroom community. They will be used for various projects that support our instruction and curriculum. Your thoughtfulness means the world to us. It pains me at times, that we don't have the basic the supplies that we need, such as scissors, in our classroom. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!","fullyFundedDate":1764691053984,"projectUrl":"project/scissors-for-super-students/9900223/","projectTitle":"Scissors for Super Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Renfer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2506802_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455900557067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-renfer"},{"teacherId":2683434,"projectId":9738734,"letterContent":"Thank you so much! My students are ecstatic that they get to use these basic school supplies! Before, it was hard to share dry erase boards and markers. The kids complained a great deal. But now, everyone has their own dry erase board and marker!\r\nMy kids really enjoy using the dry erase boards as well as the markers. Their favorite activity is using them during our Skills Block - practicing phonics and writing words. I can't thank you enough for making reading fun for my students! Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1760702736038,"projectUrl":"project/just-the-basics-please/9738734/","projectTitle":"Just The Basics, Please","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2683434_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1480216411253","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dkamiller"},{"teacherId":10079400,"projectId":9482589,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest thanks for your generosity. The carpet, small-group table, air fresheners, and headphones have truly transformed our classroom environment in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThe new table has been a game changer for small-group instruction. It allows me to work closely with students in targeted groups, giving them the individualized support they need.\r\nThe air fresheners have made our room feel calm and welcoming throughout the day, and the headphones are used daily during independent work, I-Ready lessons, and math centers so students can focus without distractions.\r\n\r\nThese resources help students stay focused and engaged during these lessons. Our next steps include launching more collaborative small-group projects, using the table and headphones to support both guided instruction and independent practice. The improved classroom environment is already helping students take more ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our class. Your contribution truly made a difference, and my students feel it every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1756217026215,"projectUrl":"project/stem-success-starts-with-space-to-learn/9482589/","projectTitle":"STEM Success Starts with Space to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Culbreath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10079400"},{"teacherId":8011792,"projectId":9489998,"letterContent":"Funding this project made it possible for Henry H. Houston students to have a strong start in their creative ventures this year! This fuels their passion for the arts, and makes creating and completing projects more thrilling when the proper materials are used! We have done a Collage Clothing Project, and are learning about Color Theory! Materals like Blick Paint, paint brushes, watercolor paper, Elmer's Gallon Glue, and collage paper helped expand their ideas. Students were ecstatic to receive their new materials, across all grades! They were also pleased to see some of their favorite materials restocked, like the Crayola Colors of the World materials!\r\n\r\nWe are currently working on Color Theory via Roy G. Biv the Elf, and Emphasis! We are preparing for our Painting Unit, so our next steps are to get our sleeves rolled up, grab a paint brush, and make some magic!","fullyFundedDate":1756999552501,"projectUrl":"project/colored-pencils-paper-and-markers-to-r/9489998/","projectTitle":"Colored Pencils, Paper, and Markers to Replenish the Art Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bronson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8011792_orig.jpg?crop=1095,1095,x337,y119&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689607044066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8011792"},{"teacherId":2506802,"projectId":9903521,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donations to this important project. It is because of people like you that my students are afforded the things that they deserve for their education. These bins will be used to organize centers during our Skills Block time. It is so important that my students take responsibility for their learning and these bins will make them more independent with their work. I can not express enough, our gratitude for your thoughtfulness. Thank you from thew bottom of our hearts!!","fullyFundedDate":1763596202192,"projectUrl":"project/bins-for-brainy-kids/9903521/","projectTitle":"Bins for Brainy Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Renfer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2506802_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455900557067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-renfer"},{"teacherId":2506802,"projectId":9881871,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donations! It is because of people like you that my students are afforded the things that they deserve for their education. These pens and copy paper will directly support instruction in the classroom. The paper will be used to support ELA and writing as well as social studies and the pens will help with decoding and phonics instruction. I can not express enough my gratitude for your thoughtfulness. It means the world to my class and I. Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1762716867615,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-spectacular-students/9881871/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Spectacular Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Renfer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2506802_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455900557067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-renfer"},{"teacherId":553443,"projectId":9563372,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping out our kindergarten classroom. We use the materials you donated every week. My students were smiling ear to ear when they saw the new materials for centers.\r\n\r\nThe magnet tiles are great during centers. Students can have fun with them in so many exciting ways. The magnet tiles are great for math and STEM. Students have so much fun with these tools.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a wonderful learning experience for our little learners. We are very thankful for your help and support.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. McGuire","fullyFundedDate":1756947474955,"projectUrl":"project/fun-centers-for-kindergarten/9563372/","projectTitle":"Fun Centers for Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McGuire","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp553443_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1480442423506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-molly-mcguire"},{"teacherId":2506802,"projectId":9783108,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donations. It is because of people like you that my students are afforded the things that they deserve for their education! My students deserve a clean and safe place to learn. These seat covers are such an asset to our class. My students can store their thing in the seat back covers and be organized. It means so much that you thought of us. Thank you so much for donating to this very important project! My students are truly happy and excited about the seat back covers!!","fullyFundedDate":1760595906098,"projectUrl":"project/seat-covers-for-sensational-students/9783108/","projectTitle":"Seat Covers for Sensational Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Renfer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2506802_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455900557067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-renfer"},{"teacherId":2506802,"projectId":9841349,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donations. It is because of people like you that my students are afforded the things that they deserve for their education! My students deserve a clean and safe place to learn. This vacuum is such an asset to our class. My students can sit on a clean rug during read alouds and enjoy an clean space to learn. It means so much that you thought of us. Thank you so much for donating to this very important project! My students are truly happy and excited about the vacuum!","fullyFundedDate":1760883782677,"projectUrl":"project/a-vacuum-for-a-vibrant-class/9841349/","projectTitle":"A Vacuum for a Vibrant Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Renfer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2506802_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455900557067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-renfer"},{"teacherId":1833814,"projectId":9625059,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for the paper towels, hand sanitizer, and wipes that are crucial for maintaining a clean and healthy space, reducing the spread of germs and promoting student well-being. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for the donation to our classroom! We are so thankful not only for your time and interest in our students and classroom, but also the donation. We are truly thankful that we get to start off the school year with the items we requested. There is nothing like having EVERYTHING that you could possibly need in order to make teaching our Autistic Support students. It makes the job just a little easier.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your time and donation!\r\n\r\nMs. DeLorean","fullyFundedDate":1755716346121,"projectUrl":"project/the-wellness-wipe-down/9625059/","projectTitle":"The Wellness Wipe-Down","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeLorean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1833814_orig.png?crop=337,337,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716475260300","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/houstonnation"},{"teacherId":2650066,"projectId":9621992,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in helping us provide books about refugee experiences to our 7th-grade students. Your donation has allowed our students to explore powerful stories of children who have faced loss, displacement, and resilience. These books have opened doors to understanding and compassion, helping our students see beyond their own experiences and connect with the realities of young people around the world.\r\n\r\nThrough reading and discussion, our students are learning not only about history and global events but also about empathy, courage, and hope. The stories of lost and displaced children inspire meaningful conversations about identity, belonging, and the importance of kindness. Your contribution has made it possible for our students to grow both intellectually and emotionally, fostering a deeper sense of humanity and global awareness. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1760733461505,"projectUrl":"project/books-without-borders/9621992/","projectTitle":"Books Without Borders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McKenzie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2650066_orig.png?crop=672,672,x14,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762709448901","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2650066"},{"teacherId":4720021,"projectId":9768343,"letterContent":"This is where the magic happens—and where we see the biggest academic shift. Before, many of our kids saw their English class books as something distant and unrelatable. Now, they're not just reading; they're connecting: When a book features a main character who looks like them, speaks like them, or deals with the challenges of their community, it creates an immediate \"mirror\" connection. Our students are jumping into discussions with energy, and their overall time spent reading has noticeably increased. Simply put: they actually want to read! I hope reading comprehension scores are improving because students are using their own deep \"funds of knowledge\"—the experiences they bring from their homes and neighborhoods—to understand complex plot points and themes. They are, in a sense, becoming experts on the texts, which builds confidence and academic muscle. This is the most crucial part. We are finding that the students who struggled the most are showing the greatest gains. By validating their experiences, we're removing barriers to learning and actively helping to close the persistent achievement gaps that hold many of our students back. With your help I hope to achieve all of these goals! 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