{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Harry Truman Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":16.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7831389,"projectId":9301016,"letterContent":"Thank you for taking the time and care to donate to our classroom. My students have been loving the math games we play. They are more engaged and ready for learning. I was able to find and make various games for them to play in partners. The materials you used went to great use! The card-stock and laminating sheets were used to create game boards and the pouches were used for items such as game pieces. And the pencils help with any paper/pencil activities we do for math. We practice everyday during our math block and I can already tell it is making a difference. Their number sense is getting so much stronger!","fullyFundedDate":1756493291763,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-materials/9301016/","projectTitle":"Classroom Materials!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mills","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7831389_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627649522756","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7831389"},{"teacherId":6762639,"projectId":9485821,"letterContent":"Our students are now actively engaging with the new resources, which have transformed our small group sessions for English language learners. The individual whiteboards, markers, and erasers have created a low-stress environment where students feel comfortable participating without the pressure of all eyes on them. We've been using the different style whiteboards to move from orthographic mapping with word mapping paddles and magnetic counting chips to more complex sentence writing with magnetic sentence strips, allowing students to progress at their own pace and build confidence in their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.\r\n\r\nThe students' reactions to the new materials were truly heartwarming. Their faces lit up when they first saw the whiteboards and markers, eager to get started. The hands-on nature of these resources has made learning more interactive and enjoyable, fostering a sense of excitement and curiosity in the classroom. It's been wonderful to witness their enthusiasm as they experiment with words and sentences, making their learning journey more tangible and fun.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our students are continuing to build on their foundational skills. We're currently focusing on developing more complex sentence structures and expanding their vocabulary through interactive activities using the magnetic sentence strips. Your generous contributions have given our students a fantastic head start, and we are excited to see them continue to flourish as they become more proficient and confident English language learners.","fullyFundedDate":1755738528092,"projectUrl":"project/esl-whiteboard-wipe-out/9485821/","projectTitle":"ESL Whiteboard Wipe-out","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clarke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6762639_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1567202218587","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/clarke712"},{"teacherId":7223040,"projectId":9236471,"letterContent":"Thanks so much for supporting \"Building Home Libraries: Fueling a Love for Reading.\" With your donation I was able to purchase books to put into book boxes that went home with the students at the end of the year. I created a reading \"Treasure Hunt\" that went along with the books to help incentivize the kids to read over the summer. If they complete the \"Treasure Hunt\" paper and bring it back when school starts, they will get a small prize. Since the kids return to school in about a week, I'm hoping to be passing out a lot of these prizes. Thanks for helping me to encourage the love of reading in my students!","fullyFundedDate":1746590749947,"projectUrl":"project/building-home-libraries-fueling-a-love/9236471/","projectTitle":"Building Home Libraries: Fueling a Love for Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilmovsky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7223040_orig.jpg?crop=1824,1824,x645,y241&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588873145986","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7223040"},{"teacherId":4245469,"projectId":9098804,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom is now a more organized, welcoming, and functional space for our youngest learners. With the addition of seat sacks, paper trays, and labeled boxes for group materials, our students are learning to take pride in their environment and take responsibility for their learning tools. These materials help create smoother transitions between activities and reduce unnecessary clutter, which means more time for learning and growing together.\r\n\r\nThe improved organization has also fostered a greater sense of independence and cooperation. Students can now access what they need with ease and return materials to their proper places, which builds confidence and respect for shared spaces. The classroom feels calmer, more inviting, and truly reflects our values of kindness, care, and community. Your contribution helped build more than just storage—it helped build a better daily experience for every child who walks through our door.","fullyFundedDate":1738982229911,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-kinder-kindergarten-environme/9098804/","projectTitle":"Creating a Kinder Kindergarten Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Olearnick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4245469"},{"teacherId":8512837,"projectId":9136339,"letterContent":"As we approach the exciting conclusion of the school year, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your support in keeping my students energized and motivated. Your contributions have been instrumental in helping us implement a rewarding system that recognizes their hard work and dedication toward reaching their end-of-year goals.\r\nThanks to your generosity, we have been able to provide prizes like high-quality headphones and sleek wireless mice, significantly enhancing our students' experience with technology and making learning more enjoyable and engaging.\r\nFurthermore, your support in incorporating delightful little rewards and treats as students meet their short and long-term goals has added an element of excitement to their achievements. Fun items like colorful kinetic sand and adorable squishies have truly reinforced their motivation to strive for success.\r\nLastly, I want to thank you for helping us maintain a safe, clean, and inviting classroom. By stocking up on essential supplies like Lysol wipes, soft tissues, and a reliable vacuum, you have contributed to creating a tidy and welcoming space. Our classroom is not just a place of learning; it's a home where students can feel comfortable and inspired.\r\nWith your thoughtful contributions, we have created a vibrant learning environment that encourages students to reach their full potential while enjoying the journey along the way.\r\nThank you once again for your unwavering support.","fullyFundedDate":1742954238430,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-and-mice-that-fit-a-first-gra/9136339/","projectTitle":"Headphones and Mice That Fit a First Grader Just Right!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fisher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8512837_orig.jpg?crop=1435,1435,x586,y1119&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656609657310","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-fishersfishies"},{"teacherId":7223040,"projectId":9133194,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of my \"Full STEM ahead\" project! \r\nI can't wait to start our Dinosaur/Paleontologist unit later this week. We will be working on learning about dinosaurs and paleontologists until spring break and then when we return, the students will be working on their final common writing assessment about paleontologists. The hats and binoculars arrived just in time to use while the students study and write about dinosaurs and paleontologists this year. \r\nI was running low on several supplies like the thumbs up/down paddles, headphones, and the smelly mechanical pencils. I've already opened the box of smelly pencils and merged the new pencils with what I still had on hand. The kids earn one of these pencils each time they level up in Lexia and it's nice for them to have lots of choices to pick from.\r\nEarlier in the year, I purchased piggy banks and scientist costumes for my kids to use. I realized I should order these things through donorschoose for next year. Therefore, while a portion of this project is for the kids this year, a part of this project will also be used for next year's class. Photos will be shared in the next day or so in which you'll see piggy banks on the student desks and students in their scientist costumes. The piggy banks are part of the financial literacy unit. The scientist costumes were from our technology unit where students learned and wrote about famous scientists and their inventions. These photos are from my class this year, but we will use the new piggy banks and scientist costumes in the same manner next year as we did this year. \r\nThanks so much for all your support!","fullyFundedDate":1742926087903,"projectUrl":"project/full-stem-ahead/9133194/","projectTitle":"Full STEM Ahead!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilmovsky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7223040_orig.jpg?crop=1824,1824,x645,y241&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588873145986","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7223040"},{"teacherId":8121947,"projectId":8964569,"letterContent":"I am writing to you today to express my deepest gratitude of your support of my classroom project Inspiring a Love of Reading! Due to your generosity, I was able to get a classroom set of the book \"Among the Hidden\" which is the first in a series of seven. My class was excited to read the novel each day and always wanted to keep reading. They were engaged in reading and surprised at all of the twists and turns in the story. Multiple students went on to continue reading the series checking out the next books from the school library.\r\n\r\nI am so grateful for your support and the impact it has had on developing a love of reading for my current students, and students for many years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1733255305927,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-a-love-of-reading/8964569/","projectTitle":"Inspiring a Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hunter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8121947"},{"teacherId":7831389,"projectId":8914639,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing supplies for our classroom. The materials you helped fund are going to last and help this years students as well as next years. We use the expos to write daily and we use the card stock and sheet protectors to create learning whiteboards for various subjects, especially math! For example, I like to create different math board games for my students so they are more engaged in their learning journey. They love to work with their peers and they grow their brains and sharpen their skills. Your generous hearts are amazing!","fullyFundedDate":1739373206941,"projectUrl":"project/basic-classroom-supplies/8914639/","projectTitle":"Basic Classroom Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mills","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7831389_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627649522756","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7831389"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_53610","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":644,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":77,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":11,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":75,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"24.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":83.1,"schoolId":53610,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Harry Truman Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Harry Truman Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/desert-sands-unified-school-district/harry-truman-elementary-school/53610"}