{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"New Hampstead K-8 School","outOfStateSupporters":75.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1506458,"projectId":9624390,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for believing in my students! They are currently using the books in this project to read and study for the 2025-2026 Reading Bowl Competition. It makes such a difference when the students do not have to worry about having access to the books needed and can fully focus on preparing for the competition.\r\n\r\nMy students have been studying and reading day in and day out in preparation. Many of them have read some of the books multiple times and are taking the competition very seriously. Thank you so much for taking in part in their love for reading and success.","fullyFundedDate":1757191594881,"projectUrl":"project/going-to-the-bowl/9624390/","projectTitle":"Going to the Bowl!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1506458_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1590737546523","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-harlin"},{"teacherId":10033453,"projectId":9360067,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project. Because of your generosity, my students have access to materials that encourage them to think in new ways, explore their ideas, and express themselves. \r\n\r\nThe resources you provided are helping students approach learning with excitement and confidence. Whether they are creating, problem-solving, or collaborating, they have the tools to stretch their imaginations and discover their strengths. I have seen students use these to create so many new things already. Students have created \"About Me Sculptures\" that use construction paper to make different shapes based on things about them. The students also participated in dot day this week and used the paints to \"dot\" a design. I cannot wait to see what else they create this school year! \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your contribution to my students' creations!","fullyFundedDate":1751758184004,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-creativity/9360067/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hankinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10033453_orig.jpg?crop=1892,1892,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750983191769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10033453"},{"teacherId":10033453,"projectId":9360141,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom. With your help, I was able to create a warm, welcoming environment for my students! \r\n\r\nThese materials allowed me to design fun, inviting bulletin boards inside the classroom that make our space feel cheerful and engaging. I also created interactive bulletin boards in the hallway to encourage all students to participate. This engages their brains by participating in boggle or would you rather questions. The bright displays have truly helped build an exciting and fun place for both me and the students. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping make our space vibrant and inspiring!","fullyFundedDate":1750255545410,"projectUrl":"project/warm-classroom-environment/9360141/","projectTitle":"Warm, Classroom Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hankinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10033453_orig.jpg?crop=1892,1892,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750983191769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10033453"},{"teacherId":10033453,"projectId":9348557,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of my classroom through DonorsChoose. Your generosity has allowed me to have a standing desk and a document camera in my classroom. These things transform the way I am able to teach. \r\n\r\nThe standing desk allows me to move freely about the classroom and stand in the front while using technology or having my materials in front of me. The document camera is especially valuable, as it provides a better vantage point for students to see demonstrations. Both tools make learning more interactive, accessible, and meaningful! \r\n\r\nThank you for the difference you have made in my classroom! \r\n\r\nWith sincere gratitude,\r\nEmily Hankinson","fullyFundedDate":1750167385605,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-demonstration/9348557/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning Demonstration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hankinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10033453_orig.jpg?crop=1892,1892,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750983191769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10033453"},{"teacherId":1506458,"projectId":9326017,"letterContent":"I can not begin to explain how excited my students are to dive into the games that you provided to us in this project! We have \"mind expansion\" Fridays that entail us playing strategic games that help them to practice teamwork and critical thinking skills. They absolutely love these days when they can compete with and against each other. The addition of the games in this project provide my students with games that they have never played before. Not only do they have to learn how to play the games, they can work together to figure them out and enjoy something new.","fullyFundedDate":1753639767136,"projectUrl":"project/think-think-think/9326017/","projectTitle":"Think, Think, Think","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1506458_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1590737546523","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-harlin"},{"teacherId":1506458,"projectId":9322540,"letterContent":"My students and I are truly grateful for your donations to this project. They were so excited to see the adjustable desk and are ready to start presentations. They were absolutely appreciative of the adjustable desk! We are looking forward to beginning presentations where the students can use both the desk and the presentation clicker. The looks on their faces when they saw the items that you donated were priceless. They were amazed that someone else outside of our school and community chose to invest in them. You are amazing!","fullyFundedDate":1746843885038,"projectUrl":"project/show-what-you-know/9322540/","projectTitle":"Show What You Know","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1506458_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1590737546523","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-harlin"},{"teacherId":6160581,"projectId":8924014,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our 7th grade math classroom now has privacy dividers—and they've become an essential part of our learning environment.\r\n\r\nFrom the start, students were curious and excited to try them out. What surprised me most was how quickly they began requesting the dividers on their own during independent work time and tests. One student shared, \"It helps me stay in my own zone,\" while another said, \"I can finally focus without distractions.\"\r\n\r\nWe now use the dividers regularly for assessments, quiet work days, and even during partner activities when students want a bit more personal space. They've made a noticeable difference in helping students concentrate, stay on task, and feel more confident in their work.\r\n\r\nHaving the option to create a focused space has been especially helpful for students who get easily distracted or overwhelmed. It's been empowering for them to have a tool they can choose when they need it—and your donation made that possible.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting a classroom environment where students can take ownership of their focus and feel set up for success. We appreciate your kindness more than words can say!","fullyFundedDate":1739754173919,"projectUrl":"project/privacy-dividers-for-focused-test-taking/8924014/","projectTitle":"Privacy Dividers for Focused Test Taking","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Foard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6160581_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564941820901","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-foard"},{"teacherId":6160581,"projectId":9124315,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our 7th grade math classroom was stocked with a variety of snacks—and the impact on my students has been amazing!\r\n\r\nFrom the moment I brought out the crackers, Cheez-Its, and especially the beef jerky (which quickly became the hands-down favorite), my students were full of excitement and gratitude. One student lit up and said, \"We get beef jerky? This is the best day ever!\" It was a small moment that brought so much joy—and showed how much something so simple can truly mean.\r\n\r\nThese snacks have helped keep students focused and energized during class, especially on those long days when breakfast or lunch just wasn't enough. I've been able to offer snacks during work time, after tests, or as quiet motivation for students who needed a little boost—and it's made a huge difference in classroom mood and engagement.\r\n\r\nHaving snacks available also sends a powerful message to students: that this classroom is a place where their needs are seen and supported. Your donation helped create not just a better learning environment, but a more caring one, too.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and for supporting the whole child—mind, body, and heart. We are so grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1742823879663,"projectUrl":"project/rumbly-in-the-tumbly/9124315/","projectTitle":"Rumbly in the Tumbly","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Foard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6160581_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564941820901","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-foard"},{"teacherId":6160581,"projectId":8520833,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our 7th grade math classroom now has wobble stools—and they've been a total game-changer for so many of my students!\r\n\r\nFrom the moment they arrived, students were curious and excited to try them out. \"These are so cool!\" and \"Can I sit here today?\" became daily questions. The stools have quickly become a favorite seating option, especially for students who benefit from a little movement to help them stay focused and engaged during lessons.\r\n\r\nWe use the wobble stools during independent practice, small group instruction, and math stations. One specific moment that stood out was during a lesson on solving multi-step equations. A group of students using the stools at our back table stayed so focused and involved in the activity—it was amazing to see how the freedom to move a bit helped them stay on task and energized.\r\n\r\nFor students who struggle to sit still or need a break from traditional seating, these stools have provided a productive outlet. They help reduce restlessness and increase attention—both of which are huge wins in a middle school math class!\r\n\r\nAs we move forward into new units, the wobble stools will continue to support students' learning and comfort. Thank you for helping us create a classroom that meets the needs of all learners and supports both focus and flexibility. Your donation is making a real difference every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1728155680258,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-wiggle-wobble-wobble/8520833/","projectTitle":"Wiggle, Wiggle, Wobble, Wobble","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Foard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6160581_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564941820901","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-foard"},{"teacherId":6160581,"projectId":9124301,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our classroom received much-needed hygiene items like lotion and deodorant—and the impact has been incredibly meaningful.\r\n\r\nMiddle school can be a sensitive time, and many of my students are navigating big changes while trying to feel confident and comfortable each day. Having access to basic hygiene items like deodorant and lotion in the classroom gives them a sense of dignity, care, and support.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the items available, they were grateful and a little surprised: \"Wait, this is for us?\" one student asked. It opened the door to important conversations about self-care and health, and students now know that our classroom is not just a place for learning—but a space where their well-being matters too.\r\n\r\nThese supplies have been used discreetly and respectfully, and I've already noticed a difference in how students carry themselves throughout the day. They're more focused, confident, and able to fully engage in their learning without the added worry of hygiene-related discomfort or embarrassment.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, these small acts of support will keep making a big difference. Thank you for helping meet the real, everyday needs of my students. Your kindness goes beyond academics—it's helping them feel seen, supported, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1742823926010,"projectUrl":"project/clean-talk/9124301/","projectTitle":"Clean Talk","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Foard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6160581_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564941820901","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-foard"},{"teacherId":6160581,"projectId":8801922,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our 7th grade math classroom now has a beautiful new rug—and it has made such a positive impact on our learning space!\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the rug, their faces lit up with surprise and excitement. \"Wow! This makes the room feel so cozy!\" one student said, while another added, \"Now it feels like a place I want to be.\" It immediately changed the vibe of our classroom, turning it into a more welcoming and comfortable environment where students feel at ease.\r\n\r\nWe use the rug during math centers, partner work, and even when students want a quiet spot to review notes or reflect on their learning. It has become a go-to space for flexible seating—students love grabbing clipboards and sitting on the rug to solve problems or work in small groups. It's also helped us create a clear, organized area for morning warm-ups and discussions.\r\n\r\nMost recently, during a lesson on coordinate planes, the rug became a collaborative zone where students worked together on graphing challenges. Sitting in a circle, they shared strategies, solved problems, and encouraged one another—all while comfortably gathered on our new rug.\r\n\r\nAs we move into new units, including probability and geometry, the rug will continue to be a key part of our classroom setup—supporting collaboration, creativity, and confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make our classroom a more engaging and student-centered place to learn. Your support made a meaningful difference, and we appreciate it more than words can say!","fullyFundedDate":1733427004557,"projectUrl":"project/math-comfort-a-rug-to-transform-our/8801922/","projectTitle":"Math + Comfort = A Rug to Transform Our Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Foard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6160581_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564941820901","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-foard"},{"teacherId":6160581,"projectId":8520804,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom received beautiful, colorful circular foam ottomans—and they've truly transformed our learning space!\r\n\r\nThe excitement was real the moment my 7th grade students walked in and saw the new seating. Their eyes lit up and I heard things like, \"Are these really for us?\" and \"This is the coolest classroom ever!\" Right away, they were eager to try them out, and the ottomans quickly became a favorite spot for independent work, small group discussions, and even math games.\r\n\r\nOne of the most special moments so far was during our \"Math Centers\" day. I used the ottomans as part of a flexible seating area for one of the centers, and it created such a relaxed, focused vibe. Students sat comfortably while reviewing integer operations with partner activities—and they were more engaged and collaborative than ever before.\r\n\r\nThese ottomans have given my students a sense of ownership and pride in their learning environment. They feel like the classroom is truly theirs, and that comfort has led to more participation and confidence during lessons.\r\n\r\nAs we continue learning about solving equations and inequalities, these seats will keep supporting our small group work and peer tutoring sessions. Next up, we'll be diving into graphing on the coordinate plane—and the ottomans will be perfect for students to gather with their mini whiteboards and practice together.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us build a classroom that feels like a community—where every student is excited to learn and feels supported. 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