{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"C.J. Hicks Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":58.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10495179,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping provide essential supplies and fun activities for our students! Because of your generosity, our students now have jump ropes, balls for recess, printer ink, and other valuable resources that enhance both learning and play. These items encourage teamwork, physical activity, creativity, and engagement while ensuring classroom materials are always available. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on our students' daily experiences. Thank you for investing in their success and helping create a positive, supportive learning environment where every child can thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1787143610636,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-gifted-learners-through-movem/10495179/","projectTitle":"Empowering Gifted Learners Through Movement, Creativity, and Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10467157,"letterContent":"The generosity of our DonorsChoose supporters has opened the door to incredible learning opportunities for my gifted students. Because of your support, our classroom now has access to TIME for Kids and Scholastic News, two engaging resources that help students connect classroom learning to the world around them.\r\n\r\nGifted learners are naturally curious and eager to explore complex ideas. These subscriptions provide high-interest nonfiction articles, current events, science discoveries, and thought-provoking topics that challenge students to think critically, ask meaningful questions, and develop informed opinions. The real-world connections found in these publications help students see how what they learn in school relates to their everyday lives and the larger global community.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these resources, my students have become even more excited about reading and discussing current events. They eagerly engage in conversations about science, technology, leadership, and global issues while strengthening important literacy skills such as comprehension, vocabulary, and evidence-based reasoning. These experiences encourage collaboration, communication, and higher-order thinking, which are essential skills for gifted learners.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding aspects of using TIME for Kids and Scholastic News is seeing students become confident readers and informed citizens. They are learning to analyze information, consider multiple perspectives, and support their thinking with evidence. These skills will benefit them far beyond our classroom and help prepare them for future academic success.\r\n\r\nYour investment in our students is truly making a difference. Because of your generosity, our classroom has access to high-quality educational resources that inspire curiosity, spark meaningful discussions, and foster a love of lifelong learning. Thank you for believing in our students and supporting opportunities that challenge them to think deeply, explore boldly, and dream big.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my gifted learners, thank you for helping us bring the world into our classroom. Your kindness and support are creating experiences that will have a lasting impact for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1787143608971,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-young-thinkers-through-realwo/10467157/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Young Thinkers Through Real‑World Reading and Creative Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10521874,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a tremendous difference in our classroom, and my students and I are incredibly grateful for your support of our PBIS incentive project. Thanks to your kindness, our classroom is now stocked with exciting rewards including candy, cookies, Takis, fidget spinners, bubbles, bouncy balls, and other fun incentive items that help motivate and celebrate student success.\r\n\r\nPositive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) plays an important role in creating a classroom culture where students are encouraged to make responsible choices, demonstrate kindness, show perseverance, and take ownership of their learning. The incentives you provided give students meaningful rewards for their hard work and positive behavior.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on my students' faces when they visit our PBIS store is truly priceless. Whether they are selecting a favorite snack, choosing a fidget spinner, or picking out a bouncy ball or bubbles, these rewards reinforce the importance of setting goals and making positive decisions every day. For many students, these small incentives provide powerful motivation to stay engaged, work hard, and be positive contributors to our classroom community.\r\n\r\nAs a gifted education teacher, I strive to create an environment where students feel challenged, supported, and celebrated. Your donation helps make that possible by providing opportunities to recognize both academic achievement and positive character traits. These incentives support student engagement, build confidence, and encourage students to continue striving for excellence.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their success. Your generosity has created countless moments of joy, encouragement, and motivation. Because of you, our students know that their efforts matter and that positive choices are recognized and rewarded.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for helping us build a classroom culture where every student feels valued, motivated, and inspired to do their best each day.","fullyFundedDate":1787199498945,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-for-gifted-learners/10521874/","projectTitle":"Incentives for Gifted Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10189587,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project, \"Starting the School Year Off Strong.\" Because of your generosity, my students now have essential classroom supplies including glue, crayons, pencils, folders, and paper.\r\n\r\nThese are resources that we use every single day for learning, creating, organizing, and growing. Having these materials available at the very beginning of the school year allows us to jump right into learning without worrying about whether we have the tools we need. Your kindness helps create a positive and productive classroom environment where students can focus on learning and doing their very best.\r\n\r\nYour support means more than just providing supplies. It sends a powerful message to my students that there are people who care about their education and want them to succeed. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping us start the school year off strong!","fullyFundedDate":1777986611375,"projectUrl":"project/starting-the-year-off-strong-with-suppli/10189587/","projectTitle":"Starting the Year off Strong with Supplies (2026-2027)","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10190764,"letterContent":"Receiving support from generous donors has a tremendous impact on our classroom, and I am incredibly grateful for the six flexible seating stools that were provided for my gifted learners. These stools have already transformed the way students learn, collaborate, and engage in our classroom.\r\n\r\nGifted students often thrive in environments that allow for movement, choice, and creativity. The flexible seating stools give students the opportunity to work in a way that best meets their individual learning needs. Whether they are collaborating on problem-solving activities, participating in STEM challenges, engaging in project-based learning, or working independently, the stools provide comfort and flexibility that traditional seating cannot match.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the stools, I have observed increased student engagement, improved focus, and greater enthusiasm during learning activities. Students appreciate having choices in where and how they learn, and the stools have become a favorite option during collaborative discussions and hands-on projects. The ability to move naturally while working helps students stay focused and energized throughout the day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping create a learner-centered classroom where students feel empowered to take ownership of their learning. These stools are more than just seats; they are tools that support creativity, collaboration, communication, and critical thinking. They encourage students to actively participate in lessons while providing a comfortable and flexible learning environment.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my gifted learners, thank you for investing in our classroom and believing in the potential of our students. Your support has provided resources that will benefit learners for years to come, and we are truly grateful for your kindness and generosity. Because of you, our students have even more opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1779499517764,"projectUrl":"project/fun-flexible-seating-options/10190764/","projectTitle":"Fun Flexible Seating Options","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10189622,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our classroom storage project. This support will allow me to organize students' supplies and work in a way that keeps everything accessible and easy to manage. Your generosity is making a meaningful difference in our daily routines, helping ensure smoother transitions and a more efficient learning environment. We truly appreciate you making this possible — it was definitely needed and will benefit our classroom in so many ways.\r\n Your support is greatly appreciated in bringing this project alive.","fullyFundedDate":1776087630678,"projectUrl":"project/storage-for-classroom/10189622/","projectTitle":"Storage for Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10189939,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing snacks and treats for our class PBIS store!\r\n\r\nMy students work hard every day to earn points for demonstrating the RISE expectations—Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Empathy. At the end of each day, they are able to use their points to shop for a treat of their choice.\r\n\r\nBecause my students range from 1st through 5th grade, our store gets a lot of shoppers each week, which means restocking is always a real need. I truly appreciate your support, as it allows me to give my students a tangible reward for their hard work and positive behavior.","fullyFundedDate":1776088342038,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-restock-our-pbis-store/10189939/","projectTitle":"Help Us Restock Our PBIS Store","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10190436,"letterContent":"Thank you for contributing to our \"Organized Classroom.\" This project allowed us to be able to organize our classroom. An organized classroom cuts down on off tasks behavior of having to look for items. The students are able to easily locate their school supplies for each day. It also helps students to take an active roll in keeping our classroom tidy. The clips help to keep the students work organized and neat as well. Thank you for contributing towards this project as the items were needed to help us have a smooth day of learning daily.","fullyFundedDate":1776093887250,"projectUrl":"project/organized-classroom/10190436/","projectTitle":"Organized Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10189566,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our new Smiley Face classroom carpet! The excitement was immediate when the students saw it arrive—they couldn't wait to gather on it together. The carpet is the perfect size and color, allowing every student to sit comfortably and feel included during lessons.\r\nThis carpet supports how my students learn best. Whether sitting or laying during instruction, they now have a flexible, welcoming space that helps them stay engaged and focused. The cheerful border is a wonderful match and truly complements our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom feels even more like home—a warm, safe place where all students feel comfortable and supported. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our learning community!","fullyFundedDate":1776087664800,"projectUrl":"project/smiley-face-classroom-carpet/10189566/","projectTitle":"Smiley Face Classroom Carpet","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":9951230,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our Silent PBIS Dance Party!\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students were able to participate in a unique and exciting PBIS incentive that included silent dancing, glow activities, and interactive games. The experience was truly special for them—many students shared that they had never taken part in an event like this before.\r\nThe joy, excitement, and positive behavior reinforced through this project made a lasting impression. Our students are already looking forward to enjoying this experience again during our next PBIS incentive. Thank you for helping us create such a memorable and meaningful opportunity for our school community!","fullyFundedDate":1765474595767,"projectUrl":"project/silent-glow-party/9951230/","projectTitle":"Silent Glow Party","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10148438,"letterContent":"Thank You for Helping Us Build, Design, and Explore!\r\n\r\nThank you for your incredible generosity in fully funding our project, \"Building, Designing, and Exploring With LEGO Learning!\" Your support made a lasting impact on my students and brought meaningful, hands-on learning to life in our classroom.\r\nBecause of you, my students were able to complete engaging mini project-based learning (PBL) units that connected creativity, problem-solving, and real-world applications. For my third and fourth graders, the LEGO materials were used to design and build kid-friendly restaurants that they developed from their own ideas. Students worked collaboratively to plan their buildings, think through layouts, and bring their visions to life. Once their structures were complete, they applied math skills by finding the area and perimeter of their LEGO buildings, making abstract concepts concrete and exciting.\r\n\r\nMy fifth graders took their learning in a different but equally powerful direction. As part of a unit focused on drone technology and real-world problem solving, students used the LEGO materials to build disaster relief missions. They designed environments where drones could be used to assess damage, deliver supplies, or help people in need. This project encouraged critical thinking, empathy, innovation, and teamwork, while helping students better understand how technology is used to solve real-world challenges.\r\nThis project would not have been possible without your kindness and belief in our students. The excitement, engagement, and pride my students felt while working on these projects were truly priceless. Thank you for investing in their education and for giving them learning experiences they will remember for years to come. Your generosity built much more than LEGO structures—it built confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1773497156322,"projectUrl":"project/building-designing-and-exploring-with/10148438/","projectTitle":"Building, Designing, and Exploring With LEGO Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10091468,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our \"Taking a Stand Against Hunger Through Student‑Led Service\" project. My students were incredibly excited when they learned this project was funded because it gave them a meaningful opportunity to give back to our community.\r\nThrough this project, students worked together to pack bags filled with snacks that were later distributed throughout our neighborhood. These bags were given to families who are facing challenges in making ends meet. While the bags included food, they also carried something just as important—encouragement, kindness, and hope.\r\nStudents completed each bag with pride and a deep sense of humility, understanding that their actions could positively impact others. This experience helped them see firsthand how even small acts of service can make a powerful difference. It also reinforced important values such as compassion, gratitude, and empathy.\r\nThank you for making it possible for my students to share love with their community. 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