{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Healy Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4154060,"projectId":9489766,"letterContent":"Due to your generous donations, my students have had the opportunity to observe cell samples without the hassle and danger or having to plug in our old microscopes. These new microscopes and cell samples have allowed my students the chance to connect our text to real life experiences. \r\nI am so grateful that they were provided this opportunity through the generosity of donors like you. It is always heartwarming to see children have the opportunity to experience new things, especially in a public school setting where funding is often not spent on things that are considered extra.","fullyFundedDate":1757536193849,"projectUrl":"project/do-you-see-what-i-see/9489766/","projectTitle":"Do You See What I See?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hauser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4154060_orig.jpg?crop=456,456,x490,y123&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665682066936","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4154060"},{"teacherId":1053174,"projectId":9929204,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is buzzing with energy, collaboration, and confidence! The whiteboards you helped provide have quickly become one of the most-used tools in our math lessons. Instead of being tied to paper and pencil, my students now jump right into problem-solving—writing, erasing, testing ideas, and trying again without hesitation.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments happened during our first \"whiteboard carousel,\" where students rotated around the room solving different math problems in teams. I watched even my shyest students step up, marker in hand, excited to contribute their thinking. Seeing entire groups crouched around a single board, debating strategies and cheering each other on, truly showed how powerful these resources are in transforming learning.\r\n\r\nAnd the snacks you provided? They've made a world of difference. A quick snack break has helped students refocus, stay energized, and feel cared for—especially on those long afternoons when attention can waver.","fullyFundedDate":1764598860961,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-whiteboards/9929204/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Whiteboards!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Howe Anest","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1053174_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1456357224503","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1053174"},{"teacherId":642681,"projectId":9311306,"letterContent":"We are extremely grateful for the generous donation you gave to my volleyball team. With this donation, we were able to purchase new volleyballs for the team. The team uses these volleyballs for practices, as well as for games. \r\nWe had a very good season last year. It was our inaugural season, so the team was learning quite a few new things. \r\nOne season later and here we are, using the volleyballs again. We wouldn't be where we are if it weren't for such generous folks like you. \r\nThank you again -","fullyFundedDate":1746786952775,"projectUrl":"project/hungry-for-volleyballs/9311306/","projectTitle":"Hungry for Volleyballs!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aderman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp642681_orig.jpg?crop=1960,1960,x0,y1038&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658332850232","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/642681"},{"teacherId":2876442,"projectId":9179743,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations in supporting our students get off to a great start! I am excited for the students this year in how organized and efficient it will be. I prepared materials for students to organize in their folders. \r\n\r\nI went through the layout with students and procedures of self tracking their daily practices, reflection of progress, levels, and successes all in one folder. They were really happy about how their folder looked.\r\n\r\nThe 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students were excited in the ownership of these folders, transparency of their timed practices, tracking scores, and especially when they get to see their growth & developments. Included will be a few pics of the organized folders for reading and math. \r\n\r\nThank you sincerely for your generosity and support! \r\nEleanor","fullyFundedDate":1742564995844,"projectUrl":"project/a-journey-into-growth/9179743/","projectTitle":"A Journey into Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2876442"},{"teacherId":218961,"projectId":9122646,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your donation of charging stations and drawing tablets. My students complete their art projects at different times. Some kids work very slowly and some take much longer to perfect their projects. It is instrumental to have something enticing for them to work on when the are done with their projects. \r\n\r\nThe charging stations keep my light boards and tablets charged and ready fort the kids to use to expand their drawing techniques. And, the drawing tablets are a favorite among the little kids i teach. They never feel board and are always excited to free draw when they complete their project.\r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart!","fullyFundedDate":1747096538888,"projectUrl":"project/charging-station-for-light-boards/9122646/","projectTitle":"Charging Station for Light-Boards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp218961_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705358654164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-blue"},{"teacherId":4154060,"projectId":9242721,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my sincerest thanks to you. Your generous donation has made it possible for my students to have their own copy of The Giver. My students love to read. They will devour books and I am always looking for ways to keep them engaged while challenging their thinking. My goal is to get creative with the novels we have and to teach students to think independently about topics that might not have an easy answer.\r\n\r\nThe Giver is one of those novels that makes students think. Students not only do in depth character analysis when reading this, but also examine society, its rules and debate the merits of a utopia v. dystopia. This starts with explaining what these two types of societies look like. We then compare Jonas's world to the one we currently live in. Students have to think not only about the community they live in, but the world as a whole. We spend a few weeks listing pros and cons of each. Students have to pick a side and then debate the merits of both.\r\n\r\nHaving these supplemental materials will allow me to customize work to students at their level; I can provide support to those that need it and also give enrichment to the students that need to be challenged. Additional resources benefit my students learning and allow me to provide them with the quality instruction they need to be successful.","fullyFundedDate":1746627773403,"projectUrl":"project/experiencing-the-giver/9242721/","projectTitle":"Experiencing \"The Giver\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hauser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4154060_orig.jpg?crop=456,456,x490,y123&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665682066936","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4154060"},{"teacherId":2876442,"projectId":9148183,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of my teaching and our classroom environment. This dedicated space within a shared setting would not have been possible without your care, thoughtfulness, and generosity.\r\n\r\nThe divider has created a semi-private workspace that our students truly needed. It has significantly reduced distractions and helped them focus better. Students respect and appreciate the space, and it's made a noticeable difference in their ability to learn and thrive.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your contribution. Your support has had a positive impact not only in the present, but it will continue to benefit our students for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1742148476841,"projectUrl":"project/space-within-a-shared-space/9148183/","projectTitle":"Space Within a Shared Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2876442"},{"teacherId":2900738,"projectId":8630849,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing my classroom with so many books on various influential people past and present. This is the first year where students were able to use books to jumpstart their research for their wax museum project. In years past, students heavily relied on the internet to research their chosen influential person. Students really loved these books and they were great because they were written for kids. The internet is not always so kid friendly or easy for students to understand. You truly do not know the impact you have made by providing these books! \r\n\r\nAnother great thing is that these books can be used again and again for many years to come! Thank you again for your generosity. I could not have done this without your help!","fullyFundedDate":1730931751906,"projectUrl":"project/who-is-books/8630849/","projectTitle":"Who is Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2900738_orig.jpg?crop=1931,1931,x60,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562564454318","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2900738"},{"teacherId":2500757,"projectId":9085922,"letterContent":"My students used the skirts and shirts for our annual Hispanic Assembly, and they were absolutely stunning. This event is a big deal for our school community, and having the proper attire made all the difference. The students had been practicing since January, and the outfits helped bring the performance to life. One moment that stood out was when the girls twirled during their dance—the skirts flowed beautifully and really elevated the whole experience. You could see their confidence grow the moment they put them on.\r\n\r\nThey were overjoyed! Up until then, they had been practicing with skirts meant for younger children, which barely reached their knees. When they received the new outfits, they couldn't stop admiring them and trying them on. One student said, \"Now I finally feel like I'm really in the dance!\" They especially loved how flowy the skirts were when they turned—it made them feel proud and excited to perform.\r\n\r\nSeveral of the girls shared that they can't wait to perform again—they're already thinking about new music, choreography, and how to use the skirts in even more creative ways. Dancing has been such a rewarding experience for them, both culturally and emotionally, and I'm so happy to have helped make that possible. The new outfits were more than just costumes—they brought confidence, excitement, and a sense of pride to our performance. We look forward to continuing this tradition and building on the success of this year's assembly.","fullyFundedDate":1739910563623,"projectUrl":"project/viva-la-danza-bringing-culture-to-life/9085922/","projectTitle":"Viva la Danza: Bringing Culture to Life in Every Step","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boehm","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2500757_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1552779083625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-boehm"},{"teacherId":642681,"projectId":8949789,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for the generous donation to fund my project. The volleyball carts were and are much needed in order to run a successful volleyball practice. These new carts are sturdy and can hold quite a few volleyballs if needed. They allow me, as the coach, to run a quick, fast-paced practice!!\r\n\r\nI get my team involved in the practice by giving them jobs to do with manipulating and maneuvering the cart and volleyballs for me. This lets them take ownership of the practice, as well. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1733462137668,"projectUrl":"project/practice-makes-perfect/8949789/","projectTitle":"Practice Makes Perfect!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aderman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp642681_orig.jpg?crop=1960,1960,x0,y1038&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658332850232","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/642681"},{"teacherId":218961,"projectId":9038043,"letterContent":"This is, by far, the coolest Donor's Choose I have ever received. The kids are just loving these lightboards. They have a new zest for using the \"How to Draw\" books when they are done with their projects. They look like real architects using these boards. And, they are so proud of the drawings they are producing. Just so cool. \r\n\r\nI have watched kids who are fearful of drawing get so excited when they get to use a lightboard and feel so much joy at the drawings they produce with the light. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for this incredibly generous donation!","fullyFundedDate":1739910563639,"projectUrl":"project/light-boards-will-help-us-make-magic-dra/9038043/","projectTitle":"Light Boards Will Help us Make Magic Drawings!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp218961_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705358654164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-blue"},{"teacherId":218961,"projectId":9006043,"letterContent":"Pencils and paper seem like such a trivial thing but they are so essential to what we do in the art room. What is so great is that they pencils and paper you donated are such high quality. My annual funding doesn't allow for such high quality supplies. The contractor pencils you donated last forever and never break. And, the paper is thick enough that when the kids paint it holds-up and doesn't rip. No one gets teary eyed because of an unwanted hole in their fabulous projects. \r\n\r\nI feel so grateful for your donation which allows me to be the best art teacher I can be!","fullyFundedDate":1734712081161,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-and-paper-make-art/9006043/","projectTitle":"Pencils and Paper Make Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp218961_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705358654164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-blue"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_5568","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1209,"numTeachers":74,"percentFrplEligible":82,"percentAsian":74,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"16.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":72.8,"schoolId":5568,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Healy Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Healy Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/healy-elementary-school/5568"}