{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hammond Eastside Magnet Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":57.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9611343,"projectId":10269904,"letterContent":"My 5–6-year-old kindergarteners have been busy exploring the world around them. Over the past few weeks, they have been fully engaged in hands-on learning, asking questions, testing ideas, and discovering new things through play. Thanks to your generous donations, our classroom has been able to provide exciting science materials that help bring these learning experiences to life.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest activities in our classroom has been experimenting with what can make water cold. The children are encouraged to try different techniques and observe what happens each time. As they work, they learn important science skills like making predictions, watching closely for changes, and sharing their observations in their own words. Even though they are young, they approach each experiment with curiosity and confidence. They have become more focused, persistent, and enthusiastic as they try new ideas and learn from the results whether water becomes colder right away or needs a little more time.\r\n\r\nWe have also been practicing careful thinking and problem-solving during our investigations. Students love using tools and taking part in the discovery process. They enjoy making connections between cause and effect, and they are proud when they can explain what they noticed. Science isn't just something they hear about it's something they do. Every day feels like a new opportunity to explore, learn, and grow.\r\n\r\nIn addition to our science experiments, we have been using our five senses to enjoy the world around us. The children have been exploring textures, sounds, smells, tastes, and sights through fun classroom activities and guided discussions. They learn that their senses help them understand their surroundings, and they begin to recognize how different experiences can feel, look, or sound different. This sensory learning helps build vocabulary, strengthens attention, and supports social-emotional development as children share their reactions and learn from one another.\r\n\r\nAs we continue these learning journeys, our classroom remains filled with excitement. Students can't wait to put on their science coats and transform into tiny little scientists. With every experiment and every sensory exploration, they are building a strong foundation for future learning one curious question at a time. Thank you again for supporting our kindergarten classroom and helping make these meaningful, hands-on experiences possible.","fullyFundedDate":1780565587448,"projectUrl":"project/mixes-measures-and-messes/10269904/","projectTitle":"Mixes, Measures, and Messes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hyde","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9611343"},{"teacherId":8831993,"projectId":9384348,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students have exciting ways to continue learning beyond the school year! They were so excited to receive the laminated worksheets and practice materials. We have been using them during small-group instruction, independent practice, and review activities to reinforce the reading and math skills they worked so hard to master.\r\n\r\nAs summer approaches, these resources will help my students continue practicing important skills and reduce summer learning loss. They can review concepts independently while building confidence and maintaining the progress they made throughout the year.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and their future. Your kindness is helping ensure that learning doesn't stop when the school year ends, giving every child the opportunity to return to school ready for success.","fullyFundedDate":1758904779938,"projectUrl":"project/summer-learning/9384348/","projectTitle":"Summer Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Donna Teel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8831993_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667580933406","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8831993"},{"teacherId":7825274,"projectId":9705569,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Tick Tock, Everyone Makes a Clock\" project! Because of your generosity, my first-grade students had an engaging, hands-on learning experience that made telling time exciting and meaningful.\r\n\r\nNot only did they have fun creating their own clocks, but they also gained important skills. My students can now confidently tell time to the hour and half hour and they each have a working clock to continue practicing at home. Watching their confidence grow throughout this project was truly special.\r\n\r\nThis experience made such an impact that other first-grade classes were wishing they could join in, too! Your support didn't just provide materials, it created excitement, curiosity, and a love for learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this opportunity possible for my students. 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Many of them smiled and immediately wanted to start using them. It was a big deal for them to have something of their own to take care of and use throughout the day. Now that everyone is equipped and ready to learn, we're focusing on creative projects that encourage fine motor skills and responsibility, like cutting, gluing, and coloring activities. Having their own supplies helps students stay engaged and confident as they work independently and in small groups.","fullyFundedDate":1755713794179,"projectUrl":"project/boxes-full-of-possibilities/9494600/","projectTitle":"Boxes Full Of Possibilities!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7825274_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756643458997","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7825274"},{"teacherId":10094759,"projectId":9502487,"letterContent":"The difference in my classroom has been astounding since receiving the wonderful donations of flexible seating in the rug. \r\n\r\nI'm able to have my kids move around the room, sit where they want and enjoy learning rather than being stuck at a desk that's one size fits none! \r\n\r\nI wish that I could say how grateful and appreciative I am, but there are no words that are strong enough. \r\n\r\nSo from the very bottom of my heart, thank you so much for supporting my classroom. May God bless you and you have a wonderful year.","fullyFundedDate":1755713794661,"projectUrl":"project/planting-the-seeds-of-knowledge/9502487/","projectTitle":"Planting the Seeds of Knowledge","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10094759"},{"teacherId":8567392,"projectId":8353454,"letterContent":"Thank you for contributing to giving my students a class library! They enjoy having many books to choose from during free reading time. The books are on their level and gives them the ability to choose from different things that interest them. \r\nHaving the books in my classroom has allowed me to see the growth that my students are making in their reading abilities. The books will benefit my classroom for years to come, impacting more students than I can imagine.\r\nThank you for your support in allowing me to give my current and future students this chance!","fullyFundedDate":1715091919492,"projectUrl":"project/class-library/8353454/","projectTitle":"Class Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8567392_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y17&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760541096160","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8567392"},{"teacherId":9611343,"projectId":9359678,"letterContent":"Thank You for Making a Lasting Difference!\r\nYour generous donations have made a tremendous impact on my classroom this year! Thanks to your support through Every Desk Matters, my students now have a learning environment that is not only functional, but also comfortable, colorful, and inspiring.\r\nWhat may seem like simple changes — updated seating, personalized supplies, colorful organization tools, and engaging decor — have completely transformed the way my students feel in our classroom. They now walk in each morning with smiles on their faces, excited to learn and ready to dive into the day. Their new space helps them stay more organized, more focused, and more confident in themselves and their work.\r\nBeyond the physical improvements, your generosity has shown my students that people care about their education and believe in their potential. That message is powerful — and it's something they carry with them every day.\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in us. Your support has created more than just a better classroom — it has created opportunities, motivation, and a sense of pride that will last far beyond this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1750120027577,"projectUrl":"project/every-desk-matters/9359678/","projectTitle":"Every Desk Matters!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hyde","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9611343"},{"teacherId":8831993,"projectId":9293438,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a lasting impact on my classroom! Our classroom job system has helped my students, especially those with special needs, build confidence, responsibility, and independence. Through daily classroom jobs, students practice important life skills like organization, communication, problem-solving, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nEach day, my students are excited to take on their responsibilities and contribute to our classroom community. I've seen students who were once reluctant become more confident as they complete their jobs and help their classmates. These meaningful experiences encourage independence, strengthen social skills, and create a sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and giving them opportunities to grow beyond academics. 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