{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hiram Dorman Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8469257,"projectId":10424204,"letterContent":"Having games for recess and math has given students more opportunities to learn, connect, and have fun together. During recess, games encourage teamwork, turn-taking, and problem-solving while helping students build friendships. In math, games make practicing skills more engaging and give students a chance to build confidence in a supportive setting. These resources help our classroom feel like a community where students are excited to participate and learn. Thank you for all you do for my students and our learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1787184324867,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-games/10424204/","projectTitle":"Classroom Games","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rauh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469257_orig.png?crop=345,345,x70,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777555993533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8469257"},{"teacherId":8469257,"projectId":10590639,"letterContent":"Having a printer in our classroom has allowed me to provide students with the materials they need right when they need them. I can quickly print small-group activities, extra practice, and resources tailored to different learning needs. It also helps us celebrate student work and create displays that make our classroom feel welcoming. This access makes lessons more flexible and helps every student participate, practice, and show what they know. Thank you for all you do for our classroom and my students. Their success is because of people like you!","fullyFundedDate":1789609384125,"projectUrl":"project/hard-copies/10590639/","projectTitle":"Hard Copies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rauh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469257_orig.png?crop=345,345,x70,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777555993533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8469257"},{"teacherId":10632720,"projectId":10548742,"letterContent":"These indoor recess games and screen-free activities have become so much more than just something for my students to do when they can't go outside. They have created opportunities for my fifth graders to laugh, connect, collaborate, and simply enjoy being kids.\r\n\r\nI have watched students who might normally sit alone find a game they enjoy and invite someone to play. I have seen students work together, practice taking turns, solve problems, and encourage one another. Instead of asking for a screen when we have indoor recess, my students now have choices that allow them to use their creativity and interact with their classmates.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, school is one of the few places where they have access to a variety of games and activities that they can enjoy with friends. These resources have helped make indoor recess something they can actually look forward to instead of feeling like a disappointment when the weather keeps us inside.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful to the donors who made this possible. Your generosity has given my students opportunities to play, connect, and build friendships—and those moments matter just as much as the academic learning that happens in our classroom. Thank you for helping make our classroom a happier, more connected place!","fullyFundedDate":1789600613306,"projectUrl":"project/screen-free-indoor-recess-options/10548742/","projectTitle":"Screen-Free Indoor Recess Options","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carmichael","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10632720_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787788600157","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10632720"},{"teacherId":8469257,"projectId":10181226,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity helps transform our learning space into a welcoming, inspiring, and engaging environment for our students. Every donation makes a difference and helps create a classroom where students feel comfortable, excited, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our walls are filled with resources, creativity, and reminders that our students are supported by a caring community. We are so grateful for your willingness to invest in our learners and help make our classroom a special place for everyone who walks through the door.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a space where students can grow, explore, and feel proud to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1778024331505,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-supplies/10181226/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rauh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469257_orig.png?crop=345,345,x70,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777555993533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8469257"},{"teacherId":8469257,"projectId":10116449,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity helps transform our learning space into a welcoming, inspiring, and engaging environment for our students. Every donation makes a difference and helps create a classroom where students feel comfortable, excited, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our walls are filled with resources, creativity, and reminders that our students are supported by a caring community. We are so grateful for your willingness to invest in our learners and help make our classroom a special place for everyone who walks through the door.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a space where students can grow, explore, and feel proud to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1778107247679,"projectUrl":"project/filling-classroom-walls/10116449/","projectTitle":"Filling Classroom Walls","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rauh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469257_orig.png?crop=345,345,x70,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777555993533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8469257"},{"teacherId":10250127,"projectId":9701348,"letterContent":"My apologies for the late thank you. We are so grateful for your help to secure the items for Room 11. \r\n\r\nTechnology Access & Organization\r\n\r\nThank you for donating charging stations/storage system to our classroom. Your gift has made a big difference in how we use technology. Now all of our students have laptops that are fully charged and ready to use at the start of each lesson. Before, we had problems with dead batteries and lost equipment, which wasted learning time. With your donation, we know exactly where every laptop is, and they are always ready to go. Students can focus on their work instead of worrying about technology problems.\r\n\r\nSupporting Organization & Learning\r\n\r\nYour donation of binders and supplies has also helped our students stay organized. Students now have special sections for graphic organizers, reference sheets, and their completed work. When materials are organized, students can find what they need quickly. They can review old work, look up important ideas, and keep track of their progress. Students are learning to be responsible for their own materials and their own learning.\r\n\r\nThe Bigger Picture\r\n\r\nHaving reliable technology and good organization systems helps our students learn better. 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As we wrap up the school year, we realize how much easier it was by having these materials readily available. I know my students have been very appreciative to have had access to everything they have needed to succeed. We are going to end third grade and be ready to move on to fourth!","fullyFundedDate":1760399166804,"projectUrl":"project/welcome-to-third-grade/9381415/","projectTitle":"Welcome to Third Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ouimette","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4660078_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502934524420","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4660078"},{"teacherId":4660078,"projectId":9316369,"letterContent":"Thank you again for donating to our third grade classroom. We have been using all of these supplies throughout the school year and they have truly made our classroom run smoother. We used most of these supplies daily including chart paper, notebooks, markers, etc. My students have been so appreciative to have these materials available to them and not have to worry about bringing them in themselves. Most of my students come from low income households so I never want them to worry about not having what they need to succeed in school.","fullyFundedDate":1748297846315,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-head-start/9316369/","projectTitle":"New Year Head Start","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ouimette","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4660078_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502934524420","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4660078"},{"teacherId":4660078,"projectId":9213450,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your donation to our classroom. These supplies have been so helpful throughout the school year. We have been able to have a fully stocked and organized classroom. The paper and notebooks have been so helpful for us as we used them during whole group and small group lessons. As we are starting to wrap up the school year, these items will help us to get there. My students have been so appreciative to be able to have what they need and not have to worry about bringing in supplies or not having what we need.","fullyFundedDate":1745941899403,"projectUrl":"project/3rd-grade-refresh/9213450/","projectTitle":"3rd Grade Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ouimette","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4660078_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502934524420","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4660078"},{"teacherId":8331895,"projectId":9318214,"letterContent":"Your generosity has truly transformed the reading experience in our classroom. With these new books, my students are not only practicing important skills like sequencing events, making connections, and understanding story elements, but they are also discovering the joy that comes from getting lost in a good book. These resources have allowed me to better support all learners and create meaningful lessons that meet students where they are.\r\n\r\nReading time has become one of the most special parts of our day. The room fills with excitement as students eagerly choose books, find comfortable spots, and immerse themselves in stories. We come together to share ideas, talk about our thinking, and celebrate each other's growth. These moments are helping to build a strong classroom community centered around a shared love of reading.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful changes has been watching students who were once hesitant begin to take risks and see themselves as readers. Whether it's a student proudly finishing a book for the first time or excitedly telling a friend about a favorite story, these small moments are incredibly meaningful. Your support has made all of this possible, and it is making a lasting impact on my students every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1746786891534,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-experiences/9318214/","projectTitle":"First Grade Experiences","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Woods","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8331895_orig.jpg?crop=914,914,x0,y344&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705427142327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8331895"},{"teacherId":8469257,"projectId":9885747,"letterContent":"Food donations have already made such a meaningful difference in our classroom. During after-school tutoring and clubs, students often come in tired after a full day, and being able to offer a snack right away changes the tone completely. I've seen students go from quiet and low-energy to engaged and ready to participate within minutes. Recently, during a small-group reading session, their hunger wasn't a distraction, they were able to focus deeply and contribute thoughtful ideas. \r\n\r\nAs we continue preparing for upcoming assessments and working on goal-setting during tutoring, these resources allow us to focus fully on learning and growth. Students are building stamina with challenging texts, strengthening math problem-solving skills, and gaining confidence in small groups. Your generosity gives them more than just a snack — it provides comfort, stability, and the energy they need to keep pushing forward. Thank you for giving our students that extra support and encouragement.","fullyFundedDate":1765996827982,"projectUrl":"project/brain-food/9885747/","projectTitle":"Brain Food","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rauh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469257_orig.png?crop=345,345,x70,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777555993533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8469257"},{"teacherId":8469257,"projectId":9611590,"letterContent":"The books you donated have been a wonderful addition to our 4th grade classroom. Having a wider variety of books has helped students find stories and topics that truly interest them, which encourages a love of reading and supports literacy growth. Students are more engaged during independent reading time and are excited to explore new genres, characters, and authors together.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity and support. Your donation has helped create a rich, welcoming classroom library where students feel inspired to read, learn, and grow. 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