{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Harriet Tubman Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":60.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10303709,"projectId":9797148,"letterContent":"When our new math manipulatives arrived, my students were immediately excited to explore them. They gathered around the fraction tiles, circles, and number lines, eager to touch, compare, and experiment. One of my favorite moments was during a lesson on adding unlike fractions—students worked in small groups using the manipulatives to physically build common denominators. Watching them slide pieces together and suddenly shout, \"Oh! Now I get it!\" was the kind of learning moment that every teacher hopes for. These tools have transformed abstract concepts into concrete, hands-on understanding.\r\n\r\nThe manipulatives have also strengthened our lessons on multiplying and dividing fractions. Students have been working on a project where they model real-world scenarios—like sharing recipes or dividing lengths of ribbon—and use the fraction tools to show each step visually. Seeing the operations happen right in front of them has helped even our most hesitant learners gain confidence, and many students now volunteer to demonstrate their thinking using the manipulatives during class discussions.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our unit, the next step is for students to apply what they've learned to solve more complex multi-step problems using both the manipulatives and visual models they create themselves. Thanks to these resources, they're not just memorizing rules, they're truly understanding the \"why\" behind fraction operations. Your support has made our classroom a place where math feels meaningful, accessible, and even fun.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the tools they need to grow!","fullyFundedDate":1760534655306,"projectUrl":"project/math-manipulatives-for-my-5th-grade-clas/9797148/","projectTitle":"Math Manipulatives for My 5th Grade Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mars","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10303709_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764681009550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10303709"},{"teacherId":7054909,"projectId":9326646,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing materials for our 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony. Your contribution helped us create a joyful, meaningful celebration for our students as they prepare to take their next big step into middle school.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our ceremony felt truly special. The decorations, supplies, and small details you helped fund made the event feel personal and memorable—an experience our students will carry with them for years. Many of our families expressed how beautiful and thoughtful the celebration felt, and our students were beaming with pride.","fullyFundedDate":1746839519421,"projectUrl":"project/toads-5th-grade-promotion/9326646/","projectTitle":"Toads 5th Grade Promotion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Turner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7054909_orig.jpg?crop=315,315,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660684147372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7054909"},{"teacherId":7054909,"projectId":9619307,"letterContent":"Thank you for believing in the importance of a clean, nurturing learning environment and for investing in our students' daily experience at school. We are truly grateful for your kindness and care.\r\n\r\nIn a busy classroom filled with hands-on learning, book clubs, writing workshops, and creative projects, being able to maintain cleanliness helps everything run more smoothly. Your support ensures that our classroom remains a safe and inviting place for students to grow as readers, writers, thinkers, and friends.","fullyFundedDate":1755888825162,"projectUrl":"project/fun-and-clean-5th-grade/9619307/","projectTitle":"Fun and Clean 5th Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Turner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7054909_orig.jpg?crop=315,315,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660684147372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7054909"},{"teacherId":7054909,"projectId":9207068,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing our 5th grade classroom with much-needed printer ink. Your contribution may seem small, but its impact is felt every single day. In a classroom like ours—full of curious minds, creative thinkers, and hardworking readers and writers—being able to print high-quality materials is essential.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students now have access to clear, colorful copies of reading passages, writing organizers, vocabulary cards, rubrics, graphic organizers, and the many resources that help them grow into confident learners. We use printed materials for everything from annotating complex texts to showcasing student work, and it truly makes a difference in how engaged and successful students feel.","fullyFundedDate":1746568404578,"projectUrl":"project/5th-grade-printer-ink/9207068/","projectTitle":"5th Grade Printer Ink","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Turner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7054909_orig.jpg?crop=315,315,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660684147372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7054909"},{"teacherId":7868111,"projectId":9468332,"letterContent":"Here's a warm, donor-friendly thank-you note that directly responds to the prompt and reflects your second-grade, Title I classroom context:\r\n\r\n---\r\n\r\n**Dear Donors,**\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom library has transformed into a vibrant, inviting space where every student can find books that excite them, challenge them, and reflect who they are. These new texts are doing so much more than filling shelves—they're opening doors to essential reading skills. Students are using these books to practice decoding, fluency, and comprehension strategies, and we're diving into lessons on nonfiction text features, character feelings, story structure, and building background knowledge for our academic units. Your support has given us the tools to teach reading with purpose and joy.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading time is one of the happiest parts of the day. Students curl up with book bins during independent reading, pair up for partner reads, and gather on the rug to explore new series together. Our library has become a hub of excitement, with kids trading recommendations, celebrating when they finish a book, and discovering new authors they love. Because we can now offer a wider range of levels and genres, every student can find something that is \"just right\" for them—an experience that builds both confidence and skill.\r\n\r\nI wish you could see the smiles when students browse the new books. One student who previously struggled to stay engaged during reading now races to grab a graphic novel from our new series collection. Another student lights up each time she discovers a nonfiction book that connects to her life, her interests, or her culture. These moments happen every day now, thanks to you. Your support has made reading feel welcoming, exciting, and possible for every child in our room.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our readers and helping us build a library that truly belongs to them. 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The mesh zipper pockets allow them to independently store and use whiteboards, markers, and erasers, without making passing out materials a chore. Students are using headphones for independent computer time, markers for creating beautiful illustrations, and ice packs are essential for scrapes at recess that don't require trips to the nurse and lost learning time (it's amazing what an ice pack can \"cure\"). \r\n\r\nAll of these materials are helping our school year to run smoothly, and we are forever grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1754957809218,"projectUrl":"project/new-supplies-for-a-new-year/9414629/","projectTitle":"New Supplies for a New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Raphael","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9108491"},{"teacherId":9650150,"projectId":9630165,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation. The beginning of the year supplies made such an impact for the first few months of school. The little things, like paper products and cleaning supplies, that aren't fun but so necessary have been used every day in our room. \r\n\r\nMy students have been most excited about the food. In my intervention groups, the food is used as a positive reinforcement for all the amazing work the kids do. I've also been able to give out food to students who were hungry. The soft granola bars came in handy when one student had mouth pain and couldn't eat anything hard!\r\n\r\nThanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1755813508908,"projectUrl":"project/beginning-of-the-year-supplies/9630165/","projectTitle":"Beginning of the Year Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9650150_orig.png?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723554162988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9650150"},{"teacherId":9792352,"projectId":9370999,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! My students and I really appreciate your generous donations. \r\n\r\nMy students use these supplies everyday. The floor cushions are especially helpful! Being able to select a spot around the room has really strengthened students' sense of autonomy. It's made a huge difference in their stamina and their ability to stay on task. My wigglier students especially love using these.\r\n\r\nHaving these supplies has really helped make our room more responsive to student needs. Students feel more comfortable learning in a way that fits them. Thank you so much for your support of my students and their learning journey!","fullyFundedDate":1754962270790,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-a-flexible-learning-space/9370999/","projectTitle":"Supplies for a Flexible Learning Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rachel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9792352"},{"teacherId":9055530,"projectId":9341454,"letterContent":"When our new classroom supplies arrived, my students were absolutely thrilled. The excitement on their faces was contagious as they eagerly unpacked the boxes, each one curious about what tools they'd get to explore next. From fresh markers and anchor chart paper to new math manipulatives and book bins, these resources transformed our classroom into a space that feels both organized and inspiring. We immediately put everything to use—students practiced building ten-frames with colorful counters, wrote stories using their own dry-erase boards, and helped label bins to keep our materials neatly arranged.\r\n\r\nOne of the most special moments came when my students used the new supplies to make their own books about airplanes. They used construction paper, markers, and glue sticks to illustrate their pages, labeling parts of the plane and writing simple sentences to describe what each part does. Watching them proudly share their finished books with one another was a highlight of our week—the creativity and ownership they showed were incredible. These materials have given my students the freedom to bring their ideas to life in ways that feel meaningful and fun.","fullyFundedDate":1750871828739,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-supplies-for-growing-minds/9341454/","projectTitle":"Fresh Supplies for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rasmussen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9055530_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720287116501","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-rasmussen10"},{"teacherId":7868111,"projectId":9470497,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! Because of you, our students will walk into a space that feels warm, organized, and truly welcoming from the very first day of school. Your donation helps us set up the routines and structures that make learning smooth and meaningful—where every student knows where things belong, feels proud of their classroom, and is ready to learn with confidence.\r\n\r\nThe materials you funded—like name tags, labels, binder dividers, and pencil boxes—will help our students take ownership of their space and stay organized throughout the year. Chart paper and magnetic clips will showcase their ideas and learning, while the birthday chart will remind each child that they are celebrated and valued. Even the multi-skin toned bandages send a powerful message: every student belongs here, and every detail matters.\r\n\r\nYour kindness will ripple through our classroom all year long. These tools will help us build not only strong academic habits but also a caring, inclusive community. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us begin the school year with joy, gratitude, and a true sense of belonging.","fullyFundedDate":1753494458470,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-supplies-same-big-dreams/9470497/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Supplies, Same Big Dreams","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Erin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7868111_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723667845188","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7868111"},{"teacherId":8902007,"projectId":9453199,"letterContent":"I want to express my sincere gratitude for your generous donation of cots to my classroom. Your kindness has made a tremendous difference in the daily routines and overall well-being of my special needs students. Because of your thoughtful gift, my students now have a comfortable, personal space to rest and recharge during the school day.\r\nThe improvement in their comfort and emotional regulation has been noticeable. After nap time, they wake up calm, and ready to learn. \r\n\r\nThank you once again for investing in my students' growth and well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1755741896231,"projectUrl":"project/naptime-comfort-for-my-little-learners/9453199/","projectTitle":"Naptime Comfort for My Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Freeman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8902007"},{"teacherId":7054909,"projectId":9146199,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution of treasure box toys for our classroom! Your kindness has brought so much excitement and joy to our students—and truly made a difference in our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe treasure box is more than just a fun reward system. It's a powerful way to motivate, celebrate, and recognize the hard work, positive behavior, and growth our students show each day. Thanks to your support, students are beaming with pride when they earn the chance to choose a special prize. Whether it's a sparkly pencil, a squishy toy, a keychain, or a sticker they can't wait to show off, these little moments of celebration mean everything to them.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and in the joy of learning. 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