{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hmong International Academy","outOfStateSupporters":30.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9975715,"projectId":10256700,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our project \"Grow Our Dance Costume Collection!\" Dancers were really excited see the new items coming in. I let a few classes try out the costumes as soon as they arrived. They loved getting to practice their dances while wearing the new pieces! Our kindergarteners were especially excited about their cowboy hats. Every time they came into dance class, they asked if they could wear the hats again!\r\n\r\nOur second Dance Extravaganza happened at the end of the school year. It was incredibly successful! Parents packed our school gym - it was standing room only! The students did a wonderful job showing off what they had learned. I was most impressed with my fourth graders - they were a class that had always given me difficulty. However, every single one of them put on their animal headbands and leaned into the silliness of their jazz dance. The dance looked amazing!\r\n\r\nWe are already planning for our third Dance Extravaganza at the end of this school year. Thanks to the items I have collected over the past two years, I might not need to get any new costume pieces this year! I can't wait for another show with my students, so they can keep showing off the amazing work they have done.","fullyFundedDate":1777990293274,"projectUrl":"project/grow-our-dance-costume-collection/10256700/","projectTitle":"Grow Our Dance Costume Collection!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Finnegan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9975715_orig.png?crop=920,920,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742855958269","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9975715"},{"teacherId":9549572,"projectId":9348936,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a more organized, engaging, and student‑centered space. The chair storage pockets have dramatically reduced clutter, helping students keep track of their materials and transition smoothly between activities. Double‑sided tape has kept our posters, schedules, and instructional charts securely displayed, ensuring students always have clear visual references to support their learning. The electric pencil sharpener has been a game‑changer—students can quickly sharpen pencils without mess or disruption, keeping our lessons flowing.\r\n\r\nThe sand timers have introduced a visual and concrete way for students to manage their time, especially during centers and transitions, which has strengthened their independence and self‑regulation from time to time. Our new fluorescent light covers have softened the lighting in the room, creating a calmer, more focused atmosphere that helps students stay grounded throughout the day. UNO and Connect 4 have become instant favorites, encouraging teamwork, strategic thinking, and positive social interactions during indoor recess and brain breaks. Chalk markers have allowed me to create bold, interactive visuals that make lessons more dynamic and accessible. Finally, the additional storage solutions have helped streamline daily routines, reducing lost materials and maximizing instructional time.\r\n\r\nThese resources have truly transformed our classroom environment and daily learning experience. Thank you for investing in our students and helping create a space where they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.","fullyFundedDate":1755738465852,"projectUrl":"project/organization-supplies-to-support-structu/9348936/","projectTitle":"Organization Supplies to Support Structure, Efficiency, Engagement, and Accessibility","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9549572_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1735449279821","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9549572"},{"teacherId":9549572,"projectId":9032197,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a more supportive and student‑centered learning environment. The writing reference wall, flexible floor seats, and lap desks are now used daily to help students take ownership of their learning, strengthen their writing skills, and work in spaces that best support their focus. These resources have also reduced safety hazards by replacing makeshift seating choices and have encouraged greater autonomy as students independently select tools and spaces that help them do their best work.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments happened during a writing workshop when a student who often struggles to begin assignments quietly moved to a floor seat with a lap desk, glanced at the writing reference wall, and confidently said, \"I know what to do now.\" That simple shift—choosing a comfortable spot and using the reference wall independently—captured exactly how these materials are transforming our classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen the flexible seating first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students eagerly explored each option, amazed that they could choose where and how to sit while still staying productive. The room now feels more welcoming, more intentional, and more reflective of their needs.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our current writing unit, students are moving from drafting to revising and publishing their pieces. Their next steps include using the reference wall to refine word choice and sentence structure while using the flexible seating to stay focused and engaged throughout the writing process. Your support has made these meaningful learning moments possible, and we are deeply grateful for the positive impact you've had on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746786991115,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-options-and-writingref/9032197/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating Options and Writing/Reference Wall","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9549572_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1735449279821","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9549572"},{"teacherId":7997674,"projectId":9774432,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students in HIA sped DCD class, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your recent donation of snacks, cleaning supplies, and sensory tools. While these may seem like \"everyday\" items, in a busy classroom, they are the essential gears that keep our learning environment running smoothly and inclusively.\r\n\r\nSnacks- Your donation ensures that every child has the fuel they need to participate in afternoon lessons without the distraction of food insecurity.\r\nSensory Toys-From fidgets to tactile toys, these items help students regulate their emotions and stay grounded during high-stress transitions or intensive focus periods.\r\nCleaning Materials-having a steady supply of wipes and sanitizers allows us to maintain a safe, germ-free space, reducing absences and teaching students the importance of caring for their shared environment.\r\nYour support does more than just fill our cabinets; it tells my students that their community cares about their well-being and their education. Thank you for investing in their future and for making our classroom feel like a true home away from home.","fullyFundedDate":1764630458531,"projectUrl":"project/from-mess-to-mindfulness-cleaning-sens/9774432/","projectTitle":"From Mess to Mindfulness: Cleaning, Sensory Breaks, and Snack Strategies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marielle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7997674_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629686012506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7997674"},{"teacherId":9549572,"projectId":8921501,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed with new magnetic math manipulative, colorful tape rolls, fraction tiles, colorful chalks, and erasers. These resources have already become an essential part of our daily learning.\r\nThe magnetic tape strips have allowed us to create clear, colorful lines on our whiteboard for graphing, number lines, and organizing group work.\r\nThe place value set has been a game-changer in helping students visualize numbers. During math centers, students build and compare numbers using the magnetic base ten blocks. The fraction tiles and circles are being used in small groups to explore equivalent fractions. Students love arranging the pieces to see how different fractions fit together. These magnetic resources also are visual reference for us. \r\nThe chalk and erasers are used in all subject areas as our primary work surface is the chalk board in class, where students come up to solve problems and then clean the board themselves—building responsibility and pride in their work. Colorful chalk is a surprisingly powerful teaching tool because it turns the chalkboard into a visual organizer rather than just a writing surface. I highlight, distinguish, circle, underline, color code with different colors. Magnetic hooks have been useful to display charts and to gold led calming lights onto ceiling. \r\nWe are currently working on a fractions and decimals unit, and the fraction tiles will continue to be central to our lessons. Students will soon use the tiles to compare fractions and connect them to decimal values. With the magnetic tape, we plan to create a large classroom number line where students can place fractions and decimals to see their relationships visually.\r\nYour donation has not only provided materials but has sparked curiosity, collaboration, and confidence in our learners. 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