{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"David W Harlan Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":41.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10324335,"projectId":9848393,"letterContent":"Our students and staff cannot thank you enough for your generous donations. Because of your support, we are able to continue building and expanding our after-school enrichment program at Harlan.\r\n\r\nThrough your contributions, our students have the opportunity to go beyond the classroom by strengthening their reading and math skills while participating in engaging programs such as dance, Spanish, chess, computer engineering, STEM (eSports), coding, robotics, agriculture, Cops and Kids, and more.\r\n\r\nStudents especially enjoy the weekly rotation of grade-level activities. Each program promotes teamwork, awareness, and skill development while helping students build a stronger understanding of number sense and reading comprehension. The supplies you donated directly support each student and allow every program to thrive.\r\n\r\nIn closing, the Harlan After-School Enrichment Program is truly grateful that you chose to fund our project. We hope the photos we've shared help capture the memorable moments your generosity has made possible, just as they have for us.","fullyFundedDate":1761226075137,"projectUrl":"project/harlan-after-school-enrichment/9848393/","projectTitle":"Harlan After-school Enrichment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ali","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10324335_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760978679037","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10324335"},{"teacherId":5861692,"projectId":9823999,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to my Donors Choose project. My students have been excited from the moment I told them about the project to the moment they unpacked the boxes. Your generosity has made our classroom a bit brighter, busier, and happier.\r\n\r\nThe students have enjoyed having choice in their daily work space and feel a sense of ownership in our classroom community. They use the lap desks every day!! They also really enjoy working with the literacy centers with peers. The hands on practice is helping some students find success in areas where they were struggling before. Overall, the project has helped with academic success, independence and work habits, and peer interactions. Thank you for your generosity! \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your impact on our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1760480320514,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-on-the-go/9823999/","projectTitle":"Literacy On the Go","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. PETERS","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5861692_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537146684124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5861692"},{"teacherId":10316404,"projectId":9839503,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, our project has made a meaningful impact on students' literacy, engagement, and social-emotional growth. The new resources have made learning interactive, welcoming, and supportive of both academic and emotional needs. These materials and snacks help students engage, collaborate, and continue learning in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new resources and snacks, their excitement was immediate. One student eagerly used the multicolored crayons and proudly shared a drawing with the class, sparking a lively conversation about diversity. Students also shared that the snacks helped boost their creativity and motivation, since they no longer had to focus on an empty stomach. Moments like these show how this support nurtures curiosity and confidence while helping students feel valued, cared for, and supported beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nSeeing the students' excitement and pride reminds us how impactful generosity can be, and we are truly grateful for this support that enriches both learning and student well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1761225928262,"projectUrl":"project/selfcare-isnt-just-for-adults/9839503/","projectTitle":"Selfcare Isn't Just for Adults!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stokes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10316404"},{"teacherId":8630296,"projectId":9838887,"letterContent":"The donated items have had an immediate and meaningful impact on both my students and our school community as a whole. The blankets have helped create a sense of comfort and safety for students who need a moment to regulate, especially during counseling sessions, small groups, or high-stress moments in the school day. Books have expanded access to stories that support social-emotional learning, allowing students to see themselves reflected, build empathy, and engage in important conversations about feelings, friendships, and resilience. These resources have helped transform our counseling space into a welcoming environment where students feel calm, valued, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the fidgets and feelings coin drop have become powerful tools for emotional awareness and self-regulation. Students are more engaged in identifying and expressing their emotions, which has led to stronger communication skills and fewer behavioral disruptions. The tactile supports give students appropriate ways to manage energy, focus during lessons, and practice coping strategies they can use in the classroom and beyond. Teachers have shared that students are returning to class more regulated and better prepared to participate in instruction.\r\n\r\nAt a schoolwide level, these DonorsChoose items support a proactive, Tier 1 and Tier 2 approach to social-emotional learning and mental wellness. They reinforce our commitment to creating a nurturing, inclusive school climate where students' emotional needs are prioritized alongside academics. Because of donor generosity, we are building a culture of care that empowers students to understand their emotions, feel supported, and develop skills that positively impact their learning, relationships, and overall success.","fullyFundedDate":1760833991674,"projectUrl":"project/building-hearts-minds-through-sel-and/9838887/","projectTitle":"Building Hearts & Minds Through SEL and Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8630296_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y64&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663770867565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8630296"},{"teacherId":7651400,"projectId":9824282,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of you, our classroom now has personal whiteboards, flexible seating options, and an engaging blends-and-digraphs activity — and the impact has been incredible.\r\n\r\nOur new personal whiteboards have transformed daily learning. Students are more eager to participate, and I'm able to check understanding instantly. Instead of a few voices answering, every student now has a voice. I see more confidence, quicker corrections, and lots of proud smiles when students get to \"show what they know.\"\r\n\r\nThe addition of flexible seating has created a calmer, more focused learning environment. Students love having choices for where they can sit. They can choose the space where they learn best, or simply just take a break. It has truly changed the feel of our classroom.\r\n\r\nOur blends and digraphs activities have been a hit! This hands-on resource makes phonics fun and interactive. Students are practicing decoding, building words, and reading with greater confidence. I'm already seeing stronger phonemic awareness and more excitement during reading time — especially from students who previously struggled.\r\n\r\nYour generosity did more than purchase materials — it helped students feel seen, capable, and excited about learning. The tools you provided are used every day, and they are opening doors for my students academically and emotionally.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our entire class, thank you for believing in our learners and investing in their future. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1760468882461,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-grow/9824282/","projectTitle":"Help us grow!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kraft","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7651400"},{"teacherId":9204532,"projectId":9835332,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and belief in our classroom. Because of you, our learning space has been transformed with magnetic whiteboards, a flip chart holder, and a mobile magnetic dry erase board—and the impact has been immediate and meaningful.\r\n\r\nThese resources have created new opportunities for student engagement and collaboration. The magnetic whiteboards allow students to actively participate in lessons by modeling their thinking, practicing skills, and receiving immediate feedback. Students who were once hesitant to share now feel confident showing their work, knowing they can easily revise and try again.\r\n\r\nThe flip chart holder and mobile magnetic dry erase board have enhanced whole-group instruction and small-group learning. I am able to move instruction to meet students where they are, display anchor charts, model strategies in real time, and support differentiated learning throughout the classroom. These tools have also helped create a more inclusive environment where all students can see, interact with, and engage in the learning process.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these materials have increased student ownership and excitement for learning. Our classroom feels more interactive, flexible, and responsive to student needs because of your generosity.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and believing in the power of education. Your support has made a lasting difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1760794291420,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-comes-alive/9835332/","projectTitle":"Literacy Comes Alive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Deavens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9204532_orig.jpg?crop=1037,1037,x0,y65&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692549977460","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9204532"},{"teacherId":10312631,"projectId":9830109,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of book bins to our library. These bright, sturdy bins have completely transformed the space—bringing a fresh, colorful, and organized new look that immediately caught our students' attention. As soon as they walked in, they gasped, pointed, and started exploring shelves they hadn't visited before. One student, who rarely checked out anything beyond graphic novels, proudly walked up to me holding a biography and said, \"I can finally find things!\" The new organization has made it easier for students to navigate the library and has already led to an increase in book checkouts.\r\n\r\nWe are using the new bins daily to highlight genres, guide student choice, and support our current reading goals. Students are now independently discovering new categories—biographies are suddenly in high demand—and our reluctant readers are branching out in exciting ways. As we move forward with our independent reading units and genre exploration activities, these bins will continue to help students build confidence, curiosity, and a love of reading. Thank you again for making such a meaningful difference in our library and in the reading lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1760659748559,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-library-stay-organized-and-insp/9830109/","projectTitle":"Help Our Library Stay Organized and Inspiring!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10312631"},{"teacherId":7654541,"projectId":9518537,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our STEM program. Your donation will make a meaningful difference for our students—especially those with autism, ADHD, and developmental delays—by providing adaptive tools and sensory supports that help them thrive.\r\n\r\nWith items like noise-reducing headphones, adaptive scissors, wobble stools, and visual instruction cards, students will be able to focus, regulate, and actively engage in hands-on STEM activities like engineering, coding, and robotics. The addition of a mobile utility cart will also give them meaningful opportunities to build communication, math, and social skills while gaining confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps create a classroom where every student feels supported, included, and empowered to learn. Thank you for helping us build a space where all children belong in STEM.","fullyFundedDate":1755274403193,"projectUrl":"project/stem-for-all-building-an-inclusive-stem/9518537/","projectTitle":"STEM For All: Building An Inclusive STEM LAB","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hoban","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7654541_orig.png?crop=323,323,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751315134541","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7654541"},{"teacherId":7654541,"projectId":9440648,"letterContent":"Introducing circuitry has had a powerful impact on STEM learning at Harlan Elementary School. As students explore simple and complex circuits, they develop a stronger understanding of how electricity flows and powers everyday devices. This hands-on learning fosters curiosity and problem-solving as students build, test, and troubleshoot their own projects. By connecting wires, switches, and power sources, students see abstract science concepts come to life in a concrete and engaging way, deepening their grasp of cause and effect and strengthening their critical thinking skills.\r\n\r\nBeyond content knowledge, circuitry has boosted student confidence, collaboration, and creativity. Working in teams, students communicate their ideas, share responsibilities, and celebrate their successes together. Many students who may not typically shine in traditional classroom settings thrive during these hands-on STEM challenges. Through circuitry, they are not only learning how things work—they are also discovering that they have the power to design, innovate, and create solutions. 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