{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"South Hampton K-8 School","outOfStateSupporters":31.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9888462,"projectId":9359810,"letterContent":"This project has had an immediate and meaningful impact on our classroom. With the new organization tools, each student now has a clear, dependable place to store their work, which we use daily during writing, projects, and independent work time. One memorable moment came during a writing unit when a student flipped through earlier drafts and proudly noticed their improvement—something that wouldn't have been possible without an organized system to keep their work intact and accessible.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and eager to get started. They loved labeling their own spaces and quickly took ownership of keeping their work organized. 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Because of you, my students now have access to stories, biographies, and historical accounts that broaden their understanding of American history and celebrate the contributions of individuals who helped shape our world.\r\nThese books have already made a meaningful impact on my students. They are engaging more deeply in discussions, asking thoughtful questions, and making stronger connections between the past and their own lives. Having access to these stories helps students build empathy, appreciation, and respect for people whose experiences may be different from their own while reinforcing the idea that everyone's story matters.\r\nFor many of my students, seeing a wide range of voices and experiences represented in our classroom library builds both confidence and curiosity. These books encourage a love of reading while also strengthening comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills. They help us have age‑appropriate conversations about perseverance, courage, creativity, and community—values that are essential for young learners.\r\nYour generosity goes far beyond providing books. You are helping us create a classroom environment where all students feel seen, valued, and excited to learn. The impact of these books will be felt all year as students revisit them during reading time, lessons, and independent exploration.\r\nThank you for investing in our students and in a future shaped by knowledge, understanding, and kindness. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1769019852053,"projectUrl":"project/opening-doors-through-books-building-a/10026533/","projectTitle":"Opening Doors Through Books: Building a Second Grade Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9508682_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752090937164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9508682"},{"teacherId":9508682,"projectId":9810108,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of snacks to our classroom. Your kindness has made an immediate and meaningful impact on my students each and every day.\r\nFor many of my students, these snacks are more than just a quick bite—they are a source of comfort, energy, and support. When children are hungry, it is difficult for them to focus, participate, and learn. Because of you, my students are able to stay engaged, attentive, and ready to tackle new challenges throughout the school day.\r\nThe smiles on their faces when it's snack time say it all. Your donation has helped create a classroom environment where students feel cared for, supported, and safe. It has also allowed me to focus more on teaching and less on worrying about whether a child is trying to learn on an empty stomach.\r\nYour generosity reminds my students that there are people in the world who care deeply about their success and well-being. That lesson alone is priceless.\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping our classroom thrive. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1766155346182,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-minds-snack-donations-needed/9810108/","projectTitle":"“Fueling Minds: Snack Donations Needed for Our Second Grade Class”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9508682_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752090937164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9508682"},{"teacherId":9508682,"projectId":9937106,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in supporting our project, \"Un-Grinching Our Classroom: Toys, Games, and Christmas Cheer!\" Because of you, my classroom was filled with joy, laughter, and excitement during the holiday season.\r\nYour donation brought toys, games, and festive cheer that transformed our classroom into a warm and welcoming space where my students could truly enjoy the magic of Christmas. For many of my children, this experience meant far more than gifts—it meant feeling cared for, valued, and included during a time of year that can be difficult for some families.\r\nThe games and activities you provided encouraged collaboration, problem-solving, and positive social interactions. Even more importantly, they gave my students a chance to relax, smile, and create happy memories together. Seeing their faces light up reminded me just how powerful kindness and generosity can be.\r\nYour support helped \"un-grinch\" our classroom in the best possible way—by filling it with love, laughter, and a sense of belonging. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in the lives of my students and for helping us celebrate the season with joy and gratitude.","fullyFundedDate":1766155348150,"projectUrl":"project/un-grinching-our-classroom-toys-games/9937106/","projectTitle":"Un-Grinching Our Classroom: Toys, Games, and Christmas Cheer!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9508682_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752090937164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9508682"},{"teacherId":9508682,"projectId":9886029,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving my students such a joyful and unforgettable Grinch-filled Christmas. Because of your generosity, my classroom was filled with laughter, excitement, and pure happiness—moments my students will remember for a very long time.\r\nFor many of my students, this experience meant more than just gifts or activities. It meant feeling seen, valued, and celebrated. Some of my children come from homes where holidays can be stressful or uncertain, and your kindness brought them a sense of magic, warmth, and belonging. Seeing their faces light up as they enjoyed the Grinch-themed surprises reminded me just how powerful generosity can be.\r\nYour donation helped create a festive classroom environment where students could relax, smile, and simply be kids. It strengthened our classroom community and gave my students a positive memory during a time of year that can be especially meaningful.\r\nThank you for choosing to invest in my students and for helping make their Christmas extra special. Your support truly made a difference, and I am so grateful for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1766155345493,"projectUrl":"project/a-merry-and-bright-christmas-for-second/9886029/","projectTitle":"A Merry and Bright Christmas for Second Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9508682_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752090937164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9508682"},{"teacherId":9508682,"projectId":9929084,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of math games and supplies for my second-grade classroom. Because of you, my students now have hands-on tools that make math meaningful, engaging, and fun.\r\nWith these materials, students are actively practicing skills such as addition, subtraction, place value, and problem-solving through games and collaborative activities. Instead of worksheets alone, they are learning by doing—talking through strategies, checking each other's thinking, and building confidence as mathematicians.\r\nMany of my students come from a low-income community and do not have access to educational games or materials at home. Your donation has helped level the playing field by giving them high-quality resources they might not otherwise experience. I have already seen increased engagement, stronger participation, and a more positive attitude toward math in my classroom.\r\nMost importantly, your kindness has shown my students that people outside of our school care about their learning and believe in their success. That message means more to them than you may ever know.\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and helping make math a joyful and successful experience for every child in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1764782443642,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-math-minds-in-second-gra/9929084/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Math Minds in Second Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9508682_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752090937164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9508682"},{"teacherId":9035383,"projectId":9815003,"letterContent":"Our students have been loving the snacks! We use them daily to help students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn—especially during small-group reading and math rotations. One special moment was during our \"Apple Pie in a Cup\" activity, where students followed a recipe, compared ingredients, and stayed fully engaged thanks to having the snacks they needed to keep their energy up.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were so excited. Their faces lit up, and they immediately started asking what we'd be learning next and how they could help unpack everything. Seeing their joy made the moment unforgettable.\r\nAs for our next steps, we're continuing hands-on learning projects that build independence, reading comprehension, and problem-solving. We'll also be working on upcoming holiday activities and writing projects, where the resources and snacks will continue to support student focus and confidence. Thank you for giving our classroom the boost it needed—your generosity truly makes a difference every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1763498177185,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-learning-a-fall-harvest-celebr/9815003/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Learning: a Fall Harvest Celebration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson-Walton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9035383_orig.jpg?crop=1644,1644,x416,y633&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718411109377","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/prettypoodleteacher"},{"teacherId":9035383,"projectId":9792386,"letterContent":"Our class has jumped right into our Magic E Surgery project! Students put on their \"doctor gear\" and use the new materials to transform short-vowel words into long-vowel words by adding a silent e. They rotate through stations equipped with word cards, tweezers, gloves, and task trays—just like real surgeons—carefully \"operating\" on words to change cap to cape or kit to kite. One of my favorite moments was watching a group collaborate as \"surgery partners\" to check each other's work on the operating table.\r\n\r\nThey were thrilled! Many of them gasped, clapped, and immediately started putting on the doctor accessories. Several students said, \"We get to be real surgeons?!\" The excitement helped even my most hesitant readers jump into the activity with confidence.\r\n\r\nNext, students will begin applying their \"surgery skills\" to reading and writing activities. They'll be identifying Magic E words in stories, creating their own before-and-after word transformations, and completing \"post-op reports\" to explain how the silent e changes the vowel sound. These resources will continue to strengthen their phonics understanding in a fun and hands-on way.","fullyFundedDate":1761343123468,"projectUrl":"project/magic-e-surgery-bringing-phonics-to-lif/9792386/","projectTitle":"Magic e Surgery: Bringing Phonics to Life in Second Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson-Walton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9035383_orig.jpg?crop=1644,1644,x416,y633&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718411109377","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/prettypoodleteacher"},{"teacherId":9508682,"projectId":9622181,"letterContent":"Math toolboxes have transformed the way my second graders learn and understand math. Each student has their own set of hands-on tools—like counters, number lines, cubes, and place value blocks—that make abstract concepts come to life. These materials help students visualize their thinking, build confidence, and explore problem-solving in creative ways. With their toolboxes, students can work independently or collaborate with partners, deepening both their math understanding and communication skills. The toolboxes also make learning more inclusive, giving every child—no matter their learning style—a chance to succeed. Thanks to donors, math time has become one of the most engaging and empowering parts of our day!","fullyFundedDate":1759254948727,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-students-with-math-toolboxes-f/9622181/","projectTitle":"Equipping Students with Math Toolboxes for Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9508682_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752090937164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9508682"},{"teacherId":9035383,"projectId":9367087,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support of our Grow & Know Garden project. Because of your donations, my students now have the opportunity to create and care for a class garden—a hands-on learning experience that teaches responsibility, teamwork, and the importance of healthy living.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has allowed us to bring fresh produce and greenery into our school community, giving students who live in a food desert the chance to see how healthy foods grow and to take pride in nurturing something from seed to harvest. This project has truly become a source of hope, learning, and joy for our class.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our mission and helping our students grow—both in the garden and in life!","fullyFundedDate":1758229491637,"projectUrl":"project/grow-know-garden/9367087/","projectTitle":"Grow & Know Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson-Walton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9035383_orig.jpg?crop=1644,1644,x416,y633&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718411109377","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/prettypoodleteacher"},{"teacherId":9035383,"projectId":9819443,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support of our Planting Hope, Growing Health project. Because of your donations, my students now have the opportunity to create and care for a class garden—a hands-on learning experience that teaches responsibility, teamwork, and the importance of healthy living.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has allowed us to bring fresh produce and greenery into our school community, giving students who live in a food desert the chance to see how healthy foods grow and to take pride in nurturing something from seed to harvest. This project has truly become a source of hope, learning, and joy for our class.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our mission and helping our students grow—both in the garden and in life!","fullyFundedDate":1761153158118,"projectUrl":"project/planting-hope-growing-health/9819443/","projectTitle":"Planting Hope, Growing Health","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson-Walton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9035383_orig.jpg?crop=1644,1644,x416,y633&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718411109377","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/prettypoodleteacher"},{"teacherId":9035383,"projectId":9347583,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donations to our Indi Bots in Action! project. Your support has brought so much excitement and joy to our classroom! Because of you, my students have the chance to explore coding and robotics in a hands-on, creative way. They're learning how to problem-solve, work together, and think like engineers—all while having fun.\r\n\r\nThese Indi robots have opened up new opportunities for my students to see themselves as innovators and creators. For many of them, this experience has been their very first introduction to STEM technology, and it's amazing to see their confidence and curiosity grow with every activity.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity have truly made a difference. 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