{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Herriman Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6219134,"projectId":5776405,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Spanish Class project! Your generosity has provided my students with valuable resources that make learning Spanish more engaging, interactive, and meaningful. The technology allows students to practice their language skills through interactive activities, access digital resources, and receive additional opportunities to listen, speak, read, and write in Spanish. It also helps me differentiate instruction and provide students with activities that meet their individual learning needs.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is having tools that make Spanish feel more connected to the real world. They especially enjoy being able to interact with digital content, practice new vocabulary, and collaborate with their classmates while using Spanish. I love seeing students who may be hesitant to speak at first become more confident as they practice in a supportive and engaging environment. Your support is helping my students grow not only as Spanish learners, but also as confident bilingual communicators. Thank you for investing in their education and helping make our Spanish classroom a place where students are excited to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1634065184434,"projectUrl":"project/spanish-class/5776405/","projectTitle":"Spanish Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Megia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6219134_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y322&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786732580099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6219134"},{"teacherId":6219134,"projectId":4495457,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Spanish Science project! These resources have elevated my teaching by giving me more opportunities to teach science concepts through authentic, engaging materials in Spanish. I can now provide my students with additional visuals, texts, and activities that help them understand complex scientific ideas while continuing to develop their academic Spanish vocabulary and language skills. Having quality science resources in Spanish also allows me to better differentiate instruction and give all students meaningful ways to participate and demonstrate their learning.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite classroom moments has been watching students become excited to discuss science in Spanish and proudly use new vocabulary to explain their thinking. It is incredibly rewarding to see students realize that they can learn challenging science concepts while communicating and collaborating in another language. I am especially looking forward to using these resources as we explore topics such as volcanoes, earthquakes, matter, and Earth's natural processes. Thank you for investing in my students and helping me create a classroom where they can grow as both scientists and bilingual learners!","fullyFundedDate":1571317470835,"projectUrl":"project/spanish-science/4495457/","projectTitle":"Spanish Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Megia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6219134_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y322&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786732580099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6219134"},{"teacherId":6219134,"projectId":4417589,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our Spanish Magazine project! These magazines have given my students an exciting opportunity to read authentic Spanish texts about topics that are relevant and interesting to them. As they read, students are building vocabulary, improving reading comprehension, identifying main ideas and key details, and making connections between what they read and the world around them.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is an active experience. Students read independently and with partners, discuss what they learned, ask questions, and use evidence from the text to support their thinking. The magazines have been especially motivating for students who enjoy learning about different cultures, animals, science, and current topics. Having engaging Spanish-language materials helps my students see Spanish not only as a school subject, but as a language they can use to learn about the world.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping create a classroom where students are excited to pick up a Spanish text and read. Thank you for investing in my students and helping them become confident, curious bilingual readers!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMr. Megia","fullyFundedDate":1570547280334,"projectUrl":"project/spanish-magazine/4417589/","projectTitle":"Spanish Magazine","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Megia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6219134_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y322&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786732580099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6219134"},{"teacherId":6219134,"projectId":3900494,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Spanish and Science classroom! Your generosity will have a meaningful impact on our students by helping us create a positive and motivating learning environment. These resources will allow us to recognize students for their effort, perseverance, participation, and growth as they develop their Spanish language skills and explore important science concepts. Your support will encourage students to stay engaged, take risks, collaborate with others, and celebrate their progress. Thank you for helping make learning in both Spanish and Science more exciting and rewarding for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1549488558690,"projectUrl":"project/spanish-science/3900494/","projectTitle":"Spanish Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Megia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6219134_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y322&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786732580099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6219134"},{"teacherId":6220721,"projectId":10429819,"letterContent":"When the packages arrived, my classroom felt like it was Christmas morning! The moment my students saw the boxes stacked by my desk, the room erupted with gasps, wide eyes, and excited whispers. Watching them unbox the items—gasps over the colorful math fidget poppers, cheers for the brand-new outdoor play gear, and eager hands reaching for the vibrant Flamenco dance skirts—was an unforgettable moment. Their immediate joy and sense of pride were overwhelming; seeing that people outside of our school cared enough to send them these gifts made them feel truly valued and celebrated.\r\n\r\nSince opening the boxes, these materials have completely transformed our daily classroom rhythm. One of our favorite moments so far was during a recent math unit: students used the plastic coins and multiplication fidget poppers at their centers, completely immersed in hands-on learning, while our classroom digital timer kept everyone focused and on track. During recess, the new jump ropes, flying discs, and catch games turned our active play time into a hub of teamwork and shared laughter. Having our soap dispensers, hand sanitizer, and whiteboard wipes ready to go has also kept our space clean, organized, and healthy so that learning never has to pause.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are taking full advantage of these resources as we dive into our next major units. My students are currently using the Who Was Jimmy Carter? biography to kick off a research and literacy project on influential leaders, practice self-assessment with our new flip charts, and rehearse for an upcoming cultural performance using the Flamenco skirts. Your generosity didn't just supply our classroom with tools—it reignited my students' excitement for learning every single day, and we cannot thank you enough for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1787158954800,"projectUrl":"project/math-movement-and-motivation-everythi/10429819/","projectTitle":"Math, Movement, and Motivation: Everything We Need to Succeed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Livingston","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6220721_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629931802897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misslivingston20"},{"teacherId":3686309,"projectId":10465377,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart and the center of our vibrant classroom, thank you so much for your incredible generosity. When the boxes arrived at our doorstep, the energy in the room transformed instantly. Watching my students lean over the packages with wide eyes, eager to discover what was inside, was a moment I wish I could package up and send back to each of you. Because of your kindness, our learning space is richer, warmer, and far better equipped to foster both academic growth and deep human empathy.\r\n\r\nThe collection of books you funded—focused on immigration, family cultures, and national monuments—has already begun to make a profound impression on our young readers. In a diverse classroom, seeing one's own lived experience reflected on the pages of a book is transformative. For many of my students, reading stories about families navigating immigration or celebrating unique cultural traditions offers a validating mirror, reassuring them that their heritage is a superpower worth celebrating. For others, these stories act as a welcoming window into the lives of their peers, quietly building bridges of compassion, understanding, and respect. Pairing these rich cultural narratives with books about national monuments expands their horizons even further. My students are fascinated to learn about the landmarks that shape our shared national story, sparking curious discussions about history, geography, and what it means to belong to a community. These books do not just sit on the shelves; they travel from desk to desk, starting conversations that build a tighter, more empathetic classroom community.\r\n\r\nEqually impactful are the multiplication flashcards, which have injected a fresh wave of excitement into our daily math routines. Basic math fluency can sometimes feel daunting or repetitive, but these physical cards have turned practice into a joyful, interactive event. My students love grabbing a partner during independent stations, testing each other, cheering for correct answers, and celebrating each other's progress. Watching a student transition from hesitation to confidence as they master a new set of facts is immensely rewarding. These flashcards are doing so much more than helping them memorize numbers; they are building mathematical resilience, encouraging peer collaboration, and laying a critical foundation for complex problem-solving down the road.\r\n\r\nYour investment in our classroom goes far beyond paper, ink, and cardboard. You have sent a powerful message to my students that complete strangers believe in their potential, care about their education, and want to see them succeed. That kind of encouragement carries a lasting weight that stays with a child long after the school day ends.\r\n\r\nThank you for opening up the world for my students through literature, and for giving them the practical tools they need to shine in mathematics. We are infinitely grateful for your kindness, support, and dedication to public education.","fullyFundedDate":1787265691228,"projectUrl":"project/reading-around-the-world/10465377/","projectTitle":"Reading Around the World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3686309"},{"teacherId":6224613,"projectId":9620024,"letterContent":"The 30-slot organizers completely transformed our classroom structure. When my 6th-grade Spanish Dual Language Immersion students first saw the resources, they immediately noticed how neat and accessible everything was. Thanks to the organizers, our materials stay structured, allowing students to take ownership of their space, stay organized, and transition smoothly between tasks.\r\n\r\nDuring our escape room review activities in Science and Social Studies, this added organization helped teams stay focused on solving academic clues in Spanish without distraction. Next, we will use this organized setup to run student-led review challenges.","fullyFundedDate":1757516932189,"projectUrl":"project/from-chaos-to-success-organization-tool/9620024/","projectTitle":"From Chaos to Success: Organization Tools for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Javier Lamela Pablos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6224613"},{"teacherId":8305100,"projectId":10005802,"letterContent":"I wanted to let you know how excited my kids were to receive these new headphones for our classroom. First of all, they look very cool, like gaming headphones. Next, they have the little microphones, so the reading program can hear them better. Lastly, the headphones are a lot more comfortable to wear than our old ones. \r\n\r\nI am grateful for how much they have helped reduce the noise in my classroom during this time of day. My students are progressing through the Amira reading program so much better. And, my sanity has been saved. Thank you so much for donating to my classroom. I really appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1768442865102,"projectUrl":"project/micd-up-headphones/10005802/","projectTitle":"Mic’d Up Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8305100"},{"teacherId":9652925,"projectId":9607476,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generosity. In a modern classroom, technology is about much more than screen time; it is a vital tool for differentiation. The iPad you funded is specifically being used for real-time progress monitoring. Instead of waiting until the end of the week to grade papers, I can now assess a student's math facts instantly while right by them. This immediate feedback loop allows me to catch misconceptions the moment they happen.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting for the students is the \"magic\" of the interactive tools. We use the iPad for small group centers where students can interact with digital manipulatives and reading apps. This has been a game-changer for my quietest students. One student, who is usually too shy to read aloud in front of a group, has blossomed using the recording feature on the iPad. She loves recording herself reading and listening to it back, which has built her confidence significantly.\r\n\r\nTo keep this new system running smoothly, the magazine organizers have been essential. They keep our physical curriculum and leveled readers sorted and safe, allowing students to transition quickly between their physical books and their digital learning time. You have helped create a classroom that blends traditional reading with modern technology perfectly.","fullyFundedDate":1760716889873,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-fly-tools-to-help-students-spr/9607476/","projectTitle":"Ready to Fly: Tools to Help Students Spread Their Wings","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Griffin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9652925_orig.jpg?crop=742,742,x544,y791&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723522997298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9652925"},{"teacherId":5990697,"projectId":9798016,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project and helping us bring an incredible collection of books into our classroom. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to high-quality, engaging stories that are already making a big impact on our vocabulary instruction.\r\n\r\nSome of our favorite new books include Mailing May, How I Became a Pirate, and The Easter Egg Farm. These stories have sparked excitement, curiosity, and rich discussions, while introducing students to new and meaningful vocabulary in context. My students are eagerly using new words in their speaking and writing, and they are more confident taking risks with language because the learning feels fun and accessible.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a classroom environment filled with enthusiasm for reading and learning. Thank you for investing in my students and for believing in the power of books to build strong readers and thinkers. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1760733556433,"projectUrl":"project/word-wizards-growing-our-vocabulary-one/9798016/","projectTitle":"Word Wizards: Growing Our Vocabulary One Book at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rowberry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5990697_orig.jpg?crop=2439,2439,x141,y816&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1638284692263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5990697"},{"teacherId":8307046,"projectId":8659220,"letterContent":"Thank you for answering the call to help our students start this school year on the right foot. Because of your generosity, our classroom is now equipped with the essential tools that turn a room into a place of discovery.\r\n\r\nThe Foundation for Learning: Essential Supplies\r\nWhile it may seem simple, having a fresh supply of pens, crayons, and dry-erase markers is a necessity for a child's development. These aren't just \"tools\"—they are the way our students learn to communicate through writing and solve complex problems in math.\r\n\r\nPreparedness: Because of you, no student has to feel the anxiety of coming to class without the \"tools of the trade.\"\r\n\r\nEfficiency: With new staplers, paper, and organizers, our classroom runs smoothly, allowing us to focus 100% of our energy on learning rather than searching for supplies.\r\n\r\nMore Than Academics: Confidence and Care\r\nBeyond the pencils and paper, your donation has helped us cultivate a culture of love and belonging.\r\n\r\nBirthday Celebrations: In a world that can often feel tough, your support allows me to make sure every student feels special on their birthday. That small boost of confidence and the feeling of being \"seen\" can change a child's entire outlook on school.\r\n\r\nFuel for the Brain: The snacks you provided are a crucial part of our day. We know that \"little brains\" can't focus when they are hungry, and having healthy options on hand ensures that every student has the energy to stay engaged.\r\n\r\nPacing and Focus\r\nThe timers you funded have already become a favorite tool in the classroom. They provide a gentle way to pace our work, helping students learn time management and stay on task in a way that feels like a fun challenge rather than a chore.\r\n\r\nWhy Your Gift Matters\r\nEvery marker, every snack, and every birthday treat serves a greater purpose: creating an enjoyable, high-quality learning environment where students feel safe, prepared, and loved. You didn't just buy \"stuff\"; you invested in the daily experience of these children.","fullyFundedDate":1731512235140,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-classroom/8659220/","projectTitle":"New Year! New Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hatch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8307046_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755724589159","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8307046"},{"teacherId":8307046,"projectId":8659713,"letterContent":"I want to share exactly how your contributions are being put to work in our classroom. By supporting our project to access specialized curriculum modules from Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT), you have done something more than just provide lessons—you have given me the gift of time.\r\n\r\nBridging the Gap: Why TPT is a Game-Changer\r\nIn many of your homes, technology is a tool for efficiency. In our school, it serves as a bridge to expert-level instruction.\r\n\r\nExpertise at our Fingertips: There are thousands of brilliant teachers across the country who have mastered specific subjects. By using their pre-designed Google Slides modules, I am bringing the \"best of the best\" into our room.\r\n\r\nCustomization: Instead of spending hours building a slideshow from scratch, I can take these high-quality foundations and \"specialize\" them. I adjust the language, the pace, and the examples to fit the exact needs of this specific group of students.\r\n\r\nThe Student Experience: Visual and Engaging\r\nThe most exciting thing for the students is the visual clarity and interactivity of these modules. When I project these professionally designed Google Slides onto the board, the classroom comes alive:\r\n\r\nThe graphics are vibrant and modern, which keeps their attention far better than a standard chalkboard or plain worksheet.\r\n\r\nBecause the lessons are digital, we can interact with them as a group—moving pieces on the screen and solving problems together in real-time.\r\n\r\nCreating Room for One-on-One Connection\r\nThe students who have warmed to this technology most are those who usually feel \"lost in the crowd.\" Because I am not stuck behind a desk creating materials or focused solely on delivering a lecture from a script, I am free to move around the room.\r\n\r\nI've seen a huge spike in confidence from my students who need extra support. While the rest of the class is engaged with a high-quality visual module, I can sit down next to a student who is struggling and give them five minutes of uninterrupted one-on-one time. That personal connection is where the real breakthroughs happen.\r\n\r\nSupporting a Community of Educators\r\nFinally, your donation has a \"ripple effect.\" By purchasing these modules, we are directly supporting fellow teachers. Your gift helps other educators support their own classrooms, homes, and families. 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