{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Washington - Hoyt Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":16.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9885364,"projectId":10558419,"letterContent":"Our new room divider has been a wonderful addition to our K–2 SUCCESS classroom! Many of our students have unique sensory and social-emotional needs and can become overwhelmed by the sights, sounds, and activity of a busy classroom. The room divider has allowed us to create a designated calming space where students can take a break, regulate their emotions, and feel safe and comfortable. By reducing visual distractions and providing a quieter, more private area, we are helping students develop the skills they need to manage their emotions and return to learning when they are ready.\r\n\r\nWe are using this calming space throughout the school day to support students who need a break from classroom activities or additional time to regulate their bodies and emotions. Students are learning to recognize when they need a break and use calming strategies such as deep breathing, sensory tools, and quiet activities. Our goal is to help students become more independent in recognizing and managing their emotional needs. Your generosity has helped us create a supportive and welcoming classroom environment where students feel understood and have the tools they need to be successful. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1788181231742,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-every-learner/10558419/","projectTitle":"A Place for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9885364_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y271&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785267452296","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9885364"},{"teacherId":9885364,"projectId":10468176,"letterContent":"Our students have been so excited to have a new classroom rug! In our K–2 SUCCESS classroom, we work with students who have a variety of learning, sensory, and social-emotional needs. The rug has helped us create a welcoming, comfortable space where students can come together for morning meetings, read-alouds, music, and interactive lessons. Having a designated gathering area also helps our students develop important classroom routines, practice sitting with peers, and build a sense of community and belonging.\r\n\r\nOne of our biggest goals is helping students develop the skills they need to participate successfully in a classroom environment. Our new rug provides a space where we can practice listening, taking turns, following directions, and engaging in group activities. We are continuing to build these skills through daily morning meetings, literacy activities, and social-emotional learning lessons. Your generosity has helped us create a more inviting and structured learning environment that supports our students' individual needs. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1786634581713,"projectUrl":"project/a-special-spot-to-learn-grow-and-belon/10468176/","projectTitle":"A Special Spot to Learn, Grow, and Belong","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9885364_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y271&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785267452296","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9885364"},{"teacherId":8689769,"projectId":10230905,"letterContent":"My students have loved our new drums! They get so excited when they see the different congas and djembes set out for us to use, and they ask to use them all the time. The new activities we can do with the drums are refreshing, and the students like the larger drums. Hand drums are excellent, but the congas and djembes are more conducive for ensemble play, and for drumming activities as a class. Especially songs to learn while drumming. The larger instruments are also easier to play for longer periods of time, so if we drum all class long the students hands don't hurt from hitting the rim on accident. Your donations gave these drums to my students, and in the month and a half we've had them they've already had a big impact, so thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1786541804597,"projectUrl":"project/drums-for-elementary-music/10230905/","projectTitle":"Drums for Elementary Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Robson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8689769_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668797429274","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8689769"},{"teacherId":9885364,"projectId":10373624,"letterContent":"My students are using these resources to engage with books and help to establish classroom routines. The cart has really helped them understand where they put assignments when they are finished and it helps me organize their materials after they turn it in. The books are very helpful for my students since 90% of them have autism and they really enjoy the sensory aspect of the touch and feel books. I will continue to utilize the books in my lessons throughout the year and to help them engage with materials in a way that supports their sensory needs.\r\nMy students loved seeing the books when they arrived at school. So many of them gravitated to these materials because they love how they feel and how they look. They are very durable so that these students are able to handle them without tearing the pages. I am so thankful for these resources in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1785425969414,"projectUrl":"project/self-contained-classroom-startup/10373624/","projectTitle":"Self-Contained Classroom Startup","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9885364_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y271&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785267452296","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9885364"},{"teacherId":4570262,"projectId":10028379,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us put these incredible nonfiction books into the hands of our 5th graders. We are already seeing the impact of your generosity every time students open a book, lean into a discussion, or excitedly share a new fact with a classmate.\r\n\r\nOur students are reading about space exploration, civil rights, Indigenous knowledge, science, history, environmental issues, entrepreneurship, and so much more. For many of them, these books have opened up a whole new kind of reading. Students who may not always be drawn to traditional novels are discovering that nonfiction can be fascinating, surprising, and deeply engaging.\r\n\r\nDuring our literature circles, students are talking about big ideas, asking thoughtful questions, making connections across subjects, and learning from one another. They are building reading stamina, vocabulary, background knowledge, and confidence—but just as importantly, they are beginning to see reading as a way to understand the world around them.\r\n\r\nOne of the best parts has been watching students recommend books to each other, debate ideas from their reading, and become genuinely excited about what they are learning. That kind of curiosity is exactly what we hoped this project would inspire.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, these books will continue to be used by our entire 5th grade team for years to come. Your generosity has created something lasting: a collection that will help hundreds of students discover that there is a book out there for every kind of reader.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students, supporting their curiosity, and helping us make reading feel alive.","fullyFundedDate":1773848071283,"projectUrl":"project/real-world-stories-for-real-world-reader/10028379/","projectTitle":"Real-World Stories for Real-World Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Panter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4570262_orig.png?crop=296,296,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708399863560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4570262"},{"teacherId":8689769,"projectId":9830454,"letterContent":"My students have so enjoyed having brand new drums to play when we do drumming activities. Now every student has access to a fully functional drum that doesn't need repairs. They enjoy how colorful the drums are too. The ukulele storage hooks have been extremely useful as well. Now we can keep all of our ukuleles out to be able to see and have easy access to. The instruments can now be properly stored instead of collecting dust in a cupboard somewhere, and the students have enjoyed being able to see all the ukuleles on the wall.","fullyFundedDate":1767710067469,"projectUrl":"project/ukulele-storage-and-hand-drums/9830454/","projectTitle":"Ukulele Storage and Hand Drums","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Robson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8689769_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668797429274","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8689769"},{"teacherId":4570262,"projectId":9190966,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, last year's Genius Time project was a huge success—and I'm so grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my fifth graders were overjoyed. They unpacked the carving tools, pastels, embroidery kits, sneaker supplies, and more with wide eyes and excited voices. I'll never forget the moment one student whispered, \"This feels like a real art studio.\"\r\n\r\nThroughout the year, students explored their interests through hands-on projects that blended creativity, problem-solving, and identity.\r\n\r\nA group of students stitched floral embroidery patches and gifted them to staff members.\r\n\r\nSeveral kids carved animals and symbols meaningful to them and proudly displayed them at our showcase.\r\n\r\nOne student designed a line of hand-painted shoes inspired by her favorite book characters.\r\n\r\nYour donations allowed every student to feel seen and supported in a way that's hard to describe. Genius Time became more than a project—it became a highlight of their week and a powerful memory of elementary school.\r\n\r\nWe closed out the year with a \"Genius Gallery Walk,\" where students shared their work with families and staff. Watching them explain their process, reflect on their challenges, and light up with pride was the kind of moment that reminds me why I teach.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible. 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