{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Oak Hammock K-8 School","outOfStateSupporters":44.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8917846,"projectId":9567956,"letterContent":"On behalf of our 4th-grade students, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donations of snacks and craft supplies. Your support brought smiles, creativity, and energy into our classroom!\r\nThe snacks kept our students fueled and focused during long learning days, while the craft materials inspired hands-on projects that sparked imagination and teamwork. Because of your kindness, our students were able to learn, create, and express themselves in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nYour contribution truly made a difference — not just in what our students made, but in how they felt: cared for, supported, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1755687880223,"projectUrl":"project/enrich-and-nourish/9567956/","projectTitle":"Enrich and Nourish","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917846_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691531216078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8917846"},{"teacherId":7953991,"projectId":9382768,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous support of our project, Hold the Music: Donate a Folder. Thanks to your donation, each student now has their own music folder with a personalized label to use throughout their recorder journey this year.\r\n\r\nThese folders are more than just a place to store music—they are helping us teach important life skills like responsibility and organization. Your contribution has truly made a difference in creating a sense of ownership and pride in our young musicians.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your kindness and support of music education in our classroom","fullyFundedDate":1752586460163,"projectUrl":"project/hold-the-music-donate-a-folder/9382768/","projectTitle":"Hold the Music: Donate a Folder","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Swies","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7953991_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628522100865","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-swies"},{"teacherId":7953991,"projectId":9234337,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire music class, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous support of Furnishing Musical Futures. Thanks to your thoughtful donations—including multiple music stands, a microphone and stand for recording, and storage boxes for our classroom recorders—our students now have the tools they need to grow, create, and shine.\r\n\r\nThese items have already made a noticeable impact in our daily classes and musical exploration. With the new music stands, students from kindergarten through 5th grade can now participate more confidently in both classroom lessons and performances, gaining the experience of what it's like to rehearse and perform like professionals. The microphone and stand will open new possibilities for recording and reflecting on our musical work, helping students hear their own progress and build critical listening skills. And with the added storage for our recorders, we can now keep our instruments organized, clean, and accessible--also giving an opportunity to teach responsibility and accountability.\r\n\r\nThank you for donating and investing in the creativity and potential of our students. Your contributions are helping us build a stronger, more vibrant music community—one where every child has the chance to discover their voice and grow through music.","fullyFundedDate":1746504097792,"projectUrl":"project/furnishing-musical-futures/9234337/","projectTitle":"Furnishing Musical Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Swies","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7953991_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628522100865","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-swies"},{"teacherId":8917846,"projectId":9493508,"letterContent":"Sadly, there's a significant gap between the needs of modern classrooms and the resources available to teachers. Despite facing high expectations, educators often lack the support they need to provide their students with even the most basic necessities. However, with the help of generous donors, we can work to bridge this gap and give teachers the tools they need to succeed. \r\n\r\nWe're over the moon with gratitude for this fantastic resource and our amazing donors, who have given our students the keys to unlock their full potential. \r\n\r\n It's a huge weight off our minds knowing that our students have all the necessary supplies to succeed, all thanks to this wonderful resource and the kindness of our donors – here's to a productive and successful school year!","fullyFundedDate":1754247326470,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-the-basics/9493508/","projectTitle":"Back to the Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917846_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691531216078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8917846"},{"teacherId":7953991,"projectId":9114229,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation, which has made it possible for our music class to enjoy another year of Music K8. Your support is instrumental in providing students from kindergarten to fifth grade with the opportunity to learn, appreciate, and perform music, enriching their educational experience in countless ways. This year, they used the program to learn, practice, and record songs. They are looking forward to having another year of songs within their learning adventure. \r\n\r\nA special thank you goes out to our \"Music Makes Our Students Smarter\" donors. Your commitment to enhancing our music program is deeply appreciated, and your belief in the power of music education truly makes a difference.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your generosity and support.","fullyFundedDate":1740936197230,"projectUrl":"project/musical-melodies-for-another-year/9114229/","projectTitle":"Musical Melodies for Another Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Swies","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7953991_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628522100865","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-swies"},{"teacherId":7953991,"projectId":8982050,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and teachers, we extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation to our music project. Your support has helped provide essential music theory marerials and paper to nearly 900 elementary students, enriching their learning experience. Through your contribution, these students are gaining valuable skills in music that can be used in other subjects, such as reading and math.\r\n\r\nYour investment in their education is making a profound impact, and we are deeply grateful for your commitment to their growth and success for the school year. Thanks to your kindness, these young learners are empowered to explore their creativity and excel in their studies.","fullyFundedDate":1740360707405,"projectUrl":"project/music-theory-for-beginners/8982050/","projectTitle":"Music Theory for Beginners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Swies","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7953991_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628522100865","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-swies"},{"teacherId":9718254,"projectId":8722295,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generous donations that have made it possible for us to purchase reeds, valve oil, and cork grease for our middle school band. Your support plays a crucial role in ensuring that our students have the tools they need to succeed. The ability to properly maintain and care for their instruments directly impacts their performance, and thanks to you, our musicians can continue to develop their skills without unnecessary interruptions.\r\n\r\nYour donation makes a difference every single day in our classroom. It allows our students to focus on what truly matters—making music, working together, and growing as individuals. We are fortunate to have such supportive and caring donors like you, and we want you to know how much we appreciate your commitment to the arts and to the future of these young musicians. Thank you for making a lasting impact on our band program!","fullyFundedDate":1729793739446,"projectUrl":"project/reeds-valve-oil-and-cork-grease-oh-my/8722295/","projectTitle":"Reeds, Valve Oil, and Cork Grease, Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Isenhower","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9718254_orig.jpg?crop=2656,2656,x0,y442&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724973346290","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9718254"},{"teacherId":8917846,"projectId":8689971,"letterContent":"Your gift has significantly improved my crafting experience and that of my students, who have greatly enjoyed making various crafts, and I appreciate how easily it cuts different materials, allowing me to quickly prepare for our Halloween table, Thanksgiving signs, bulletin boards, and anchor charts.\r\n\r\n I'm happy to promptly provide the students with whatever materials they need to support their craft. We are crafting holiday cards this week. I no longer have to hand cut everything out for our crafts! I am one happy teacher and I have a happy class. Thank you for giving this gift.","fullyFundedDate":1728982989321,"projectUrl":"project/cut-and-craft/8689971/","projectTitle":"Cut and Craft","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917846_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691531216078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8917846"},{"teacherId":9718254,"projectId":8722006,"letterContent":"On behalf of myself and the students in our band class, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation to our program. Your thoughtful contribution to purchase method books for our band class has made a profound impact, and we are beyond grateful for your kindness.\r\nMusic education plays a crucial role in the development of young minds, fostering creativity, discipline, and teamwork. The method books that you have provided are an essential tool in helping our students grow as musicians, providing them with structured learning and the resources to improve their skills. These books not only serve as guides in our journey through music but also inspire a sense of achievement and pride in our students as they progress.\r\nIt is through the support of generous individuals like you that we are able to provide our students with the best resources possible. Your donation has made it possible for every student to have access to high-quality materials, ensuring that they have every opportunity to succeed in their musical education. In a world where financial constraints can limit educational opportunities, your willingness to help is truly a gift that will have a lasting effect on these students' lives.\r\nIn addition to enhancing their musical abilities, the method books will help instill important life lessons such as perseverance, collaboration, and self-expression. Music is a universal language that brings people together, and by supporting our band program, you are helping to create a community where students not only learn to play an instrument but also grow in confidence and character.\r\nWe want you to know that your generosity does not go unnoticed. Each time a student opens their method book and progresses in their learning, they will be reminded of your kindness. Your support is not just an investment in our program—it is an investment in the future of these young musicians, and for that, we are truly thankful.\r\nOnce again, thank you for your incredible generosity. 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