{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Liliam Lujan Hickey Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":58.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3201436,"projectId":10575519,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation and help with my classroom. We are in the process of organizing our books, supplies, and rewards. The kids are excited for the order and the extra space this is allowing us. \r\n\r\nThe children were thrilled once I finished setting up the snack station. Students are now allowed to get snacks throughout the day. They have had many choices including goldfish, granola bars, nutri-grain bars, and much more. We also now have the chance to earn candy for being successful or not giving up when something is hard to learn. Sometimes the students are able to decide which students have earned the candy when they are in charge of monitoring the class. \r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you again for your help. Your donation means a lot to me and my students. Thank you for being our \"angel\".","fullyFundedDate":1788610877329,"projectUrl":"project/youre-a-rockstar/10575519/","projectTitle":"You're a Rockstar","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3201436_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x281,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702568674072","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3201436"},{"teacherId":8492250,"projectId":10415000,"letterContent":"When our new classroom rug arrived, my students were in for a wonderful surprise! At Back-to-School Night, they noticed our floor was bare and were so curious about where we would gather. I unrolled the new rug the day before the first official day of school, and when they walked in, their eyes lit up with excitement as they raced to find their brand-new spots. Having this beautiful rug from day one has completely transformed our daily gathering time and group instruction.\r\n\r\nMy students adore the soothing, calm colors, which immediately create a peaceful atmosphere in our classroom. Their absolute favorite feature, though, is the smiley face spots! These cheerful markers give every child a defined, personal spot to sit, which has done wonders for helping them understand and respect personal space. Floor time used to involve constant wiggling and crowding, but now students can settle in comfortably, stay focused, and enjoy our lessons together without distractions.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, this carpet will be the heart of our classroom for morning meetings, read-alouds, and group lessons. Having a dedicated, calming space helps my students feel grounded, ready to learn, and excited to gather every single day. Thank you so much for bringing comfort, structure, and joy to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1785418206446,"projectUrl":"project/magic-carpet-ride-to-learning/10415000/","projectTitle":"Magic Carpet Ride to Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8492250_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785175773897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-alexis-ryan"},{"teacherId":8492250,"projectId":10345242,"letterContent":"When our package arrived, my students were over the moon! They couldn't wait to hold their primary writing journals and I couldn't wait to try out the fresh writing materials. Having these dedicated, high-quality tools immediately set a bright, positive tone in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese resources have made organizing and executing our writing instruction so much smoother. During Writer's Workshop, my students love pulling out their primary writing journals, the clean pages and structured lines give them a sense of ownership and pride in their work. Having all the necessary writing tools organized and readily accessible means we no longer waste valuable instructional time hunting for supplies or sharpening broken pencils. The new tools also proved to be a total game-changer during our Grammar Bootcamp, allowing students to actively engage in hands-on grammar drills and practice skills with enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will be using these journals and materials daily as students continue drafting, revising, and publishing their own original stories. Having streamlined, quality resources lets us focus every minute on developing confident, creative authors. Thank you for giving my students the tools they need to flourish!","fullyFundedDate":1781932748416,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-bright-pages-crafting-our/10345242/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds, Bright Pages: Crafting Our Writing Journeys","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8492250_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785175773897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-alexis-ryan"},{"teacherId":8492250,"projectId":10344613,"letterContent":"When our new supplies arrived, my first graders were thrilled! Their eyes lit up as we unboxed everything, and they couldn't wait to dive into our new learning games and activities. Having structured pouches and dedicated organizational tools has completely transformed our daily classroom routines.\r\n\r\nThese resources have made organizing our math games, reading supplies, and hands-on materials effortless. Instead of spending precious instructional time searching for missing pieces or sorting through cluttered bins, everything now has a clear, accessible spot. During our small group centers, my students can independently grab their designated pouches, jump straight into learning, and clean up responsibly when finished.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will be using these organized pouches daily for our differentiated reading and math stations. Having materials streamlined allows us to maximize every minute of teaching and focus entirely on mastering essential first-grade skills. Thank you so much for bringing order, excitement, and opportunity into our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1781884721834,"projectUrl":"project/pouch-ful-of-learning-first-grade-readi/10344613/","projectTitle":"Pouch-ful of Learning: First Grade Reading & Math!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8492250_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785175773897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-alexis-ryan"},{"teacherId":8492250,"projectId":10343567,"letterContent":"When the delivery boxes for \"Snack Success: Rewarding Great Choices!\" arrived, the excitement in our classroom was contagious! My students cheered as we opened the packages to reveal a variety of healthy, delicious snacks. Their faces instantly lit up, and they couldn't wait to learn how they could earn these tasty rewards for their hard work and positive behavior.\r\n\r\nThese snacks have become a powerful tool in our daily positive behavioral incentive system. Having a tangible, appealing reward has motivated students to stay on task, show kindness to peers, and consistently make great choices throughout the day. Recently, during a challenging math block, several students who usually struggle with focus pushed through the difficult problems with enthusiasm, eager to celebrate their effort with a special snack break. Having these snacks on hand also ensures that no student is trying to learn on an empty stomach, keeping their energy high and minds focused.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we are continuing to integrate this reward system into our daily routines and group projects. As students work toward collaborative goals, these incentives help reinforce teamwork, self-regulation, and positive classroom habits. Thank you so much for fueling our classroom's success and keeping my students motivated every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1781814298184,"projectUrl":"project/snack-success-rewarding-great-choices/10343567/","projectTitle":"Snack Success: Rewarding Great Choices!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8492250_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785175773897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-alexis-ryan"},{"teacherId":8492250,"projectId":10341803,"letterContent":"When the sensory tools and cozy items for \"Paws-itive Vibes: a Sensory Sanctuary\" arrived, my students were overcome with excitement! Seeing the calming materials, soft seating, and tactile sensory resources unpacked created an immediate sense of wonder and comfort in our room. They couldn't wait to explore our new dedicated calm-down space.\r\n\r\nThis sensory sanctuary has completely transformed how our classroom manages big emotions and sensory needs. Throughout the day, students use this space to self-regulate when feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or overstimulated. Recently, a student who was struggling with frustration during a challenging lesson was able to step into the sensory sanctuary, use the tactile tools to reset, and return to their work focused and ready to learn. It provides a safe, peaceful retreat where students learn to identify their feelings and choose self-soothing strategies independently.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we are integrating self-regulation check-ins into our daily morning routine, encouraging students to proactively visit the sanctuary whenever they need a quick mental reset. 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The students loved seeing all of our new, dedicated sanitizing gear unpacked, and they were eager to put everything to use right away to make our classroom shine.\r\n\r\nThese resources have transformed our daily routine into a healthier, more organized environment. With our new materials, we've instituted a daily \"Sanitizer\" student job, giving our young learners hands-on ownership of our shared space. Each afternoon, our student sanitizers take pride in wiping down high-touch surfaces, organizing cleaning caddies, and keeping our learning stations fresh. Watching them take their role so seriously has been incredible—it has turned basic hygiene habits into a practical lesson in personal responsibility, empathy, and teamwork as they care for one another.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to integrate these habits into our health units and daily routines. Having these essential supplies ensures that our classroom stays safe from germs and keeps attendance high, allowing students to focus on learning without interruption. Thank you so much for giving my students a safe, healthy, and empowering classroom environment!","fullyFundedDate":1781655394424,"projectUrl":"project/feeling-so-fresh-and-so-clean-clean/10341363/","projectTitle":"Feeling So Fresh and So Clean, Clean","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8492250_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785175773897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-alexis-ryan"},{"teacherId":8492250,"projectId":10336584,"letterContent":"When the \"Junie B.'s Mega Box and Educational Games\" arrived, my students were beyond excited! Seeing the colorful box set and game boxes brought instant smiles to their faces, and they couldn't wait to start exploring Junie B. Jones's hilarious adventures and playing the new games during our literacy centers.\r\n\r\nThese new resources have made independent and small-group reading time one of the most anticipated parts of our day. The Junie B. Jones books serve as an amazing bridge for early readers, helping us teach key comprehension skills like character analysis, making predictions, and understanding cause and effect. Meanwhile, the educational games give my students a fun, hands-on way to practice phonics, sight words, and sentence building through collaborative play. A few of my reluctant readers who used to struggle with stamina are now eagerly grabbing these books and giggling through the chapters together.\r\n\r\nHaving these captivating books and interactive games in our classroom has fostered a genuine love for reading and learning. Thank you so much for bringing these wonderful materials into our classroom and inspiring my young readers every day!","fullyFundedDate":1781493658351,"projectUrl":"project/junie-bs-mega-box-and-educational-game/10336584/","projectTitle":"Junie B.'s Mega Box and Educational Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8492250_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785175773897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-alexis-ryan"},{"teacherId":8492250,"projectId":10341395,"letterContent":"When the new books for \"Big Feelings, Little Learners: Storybooks for Self-control\" arrived in our classroom, my students were instantly drawn to them. Seeing the vibrant illustrations and engaging characters on the covers brought immediate excitement to our reading space, and the children couldn't wait to dive into the new stories.\r\n\r\nThese storybooks have become a central part of our daily learning routine. During whole-group reading time, we use these texts to model emotional regulation, empathy, and self-control strategies. The stories provide language and scenarios that help my young learners identify their own emotions and understand how to navigate \"big feelings\" constructively. During independent and small-group reading, students regularly revisit these favorites, pointing out character choices and discussing how they would handle similar situations.\r\n\r\nWe are already seeing a remarkable difference in our classroom dynamic. A few students who previously struggled with frustration during group activities have started referencing strategies straight from these storybooks—taking deep breaths or using their words when overwhelmed. Thank you so much for giving my students the literacy tools to build self-control, emotional resilience, and a lifelong love of reading!","fullyFundedDate":1781655588869,"projectUrl":"project/big-feelings-little-learners-storybook/10341395/","projectTitle":"Big Feelings, Little Learners: Storybooks for Self-control","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8492250_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785175773897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-alexis-ryan"},{"teacherId":8492250,"projectId":10341448,"letterContent":"When the boxes for \"Ready, Set, Recess! Fueling Active Minds\" arrived in our classroom, the excitement was unbelievable. The students could hardly contain their joy as we unboxed the new recess and physical activity equipment. Their eyes lit up seeing all the bright, new gear, and they couldn't wait to try everything out during our next break.\r\n\r\nThese resources have completely transformed our daily recess and active play time. Instead of struggling with limited or worn-out supplies, our students now jump right into organized group games, cooperative sports, and active challenges. During a recent afternoon break, I watched a group of students who rarely interact team up to set up an obstacle course and encourage each other through it. It has given them a healthy outlet to burn off energy, practice social skills, and build teamwork.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we are using these active breaks to support our classroom focus and daily energy levels. We're integrating structured active games into our movement breaks between heavy academic blocks, helping students return to their desks ready to focus and learn. Thank you so much for giving my students the tools to stay active, healthy, and engaged!","fullyFundedDate":1782455627995,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-recess-fueling-active-minds/10341448/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Recess! Fueling Active Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8492250_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785175773897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-alexis-ryan"},{"teacherId":8972859,"projectId":10038306,"letterContent":"My students not only became more engaged with reading, but also became better writers as a result of your generous donation of books to our classroom. It was such a joy to see how the students gained confidence and were able to make connections with the texts.\r\n\r\nThey particularly loved reading with partners, as well as having guest readers visit to read to them. I enjoyed reading to my students also. They were able to learn how to inflect their voices during reading and looked forward to reading aloud.","fullyFundedDate":1778447341231,"projectUrl":"project/readers-become-leaders/10038306/","projectTitle":"Readers Become Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ellis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8972859_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677641290645","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8972859"},{"teacherId":8111905,"projectId":9990422,"letterContent":"These resources have given my students opportunities to step away from screens, be creative, and practice fine-motor and life skills while creating something they can be proud of. 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