{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Hancock Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":72.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5261011,"projectId":9951864,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Experiment, Build & Discover STEM Lab! Your generosity has created a space where my students can explore, question, test ideas, and experience hands-on learning every single day. These materials are already transforming our classroom into a place where students feel like real scientists, engineers, and problem-solvers.\r\n\r\nWith the tools you helped provide, my students are building, designing, experimenting, and discovering how science and engineering connect to the real world. The excitement on their faces as they brainstorm solutions, test out their ideas, and collaborate with one another is priceless.\r\n\r\nYour gift does more than supply materials—it builds confidence, curiosity, and a true love for learning. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in opportunities that will inspire them for years to come. We are so grateful for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1765306006055,"projectUrl":"project/experiment-build-discover-our-stem-la/9951864/","projectTitle":"Experiment, Build, Discover: Our STEM Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sours","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261011"},{"teacherId":5261011,"projectId":9579838,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with garden supplies and an AeroGarden! Your generosity allows our students to explore the wonders of science, nature, and sustainability in a hands-on, interactive way—both indoors and outdoors. With these supplies, students will plant seeds, care for growing plants, and observe the life cycle of flowers and vegetables, making connections to science, math, and even healthy eating.\r\n\r\nThey will learn responsibility by tending their plants, practice critical thinking as they track growth and troubleshoot challenges, and gain a deeper appreciation for the natural world. The AeroGarden also allows us to extend learning year-round, giving students the opportunity to explore hydroponics, plant biology, and environmental science in a fun and engaging way.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our classroom garden will become a vibrant learning space where students experience the joy of growing, experimenting, and discovering—helping them develop important life skills and a love for STEM and nature. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and belief in our students' potential!","fullyFundedDate":1765286874147,"projectUrl":"project/growing-minds-with-indoor-gardening/9579838/","projectTitle":"Growing Minds With Indoor Gardening","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sours","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261011"},{"teacherId":5261011,"projectId":9889807,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Brick by Brick: Building Future Engineers.\" Your generosity is helping bring hands-on STEM learning to life in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, students will be able to design, build, experiment, problem-solve, and think creatively in ways that truly prepare them for the future. These building materials will spark imagination, teamwork, and confidence—skills they will use far beyond our classroom walls.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in our students. Thank you for investing in their learning and helping shape the next generation of engineers!","fullyFundedDate":1764772894187,"projectUrl":"project/brick-by-brick-building-future-engineer/9889807/","projectTitle":"Brick by Brick: Building Future Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sours","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261011"},{"teacherId":5261011,"projectId":9859885,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous donation to our classroom garden! The outdoor garden supplies and hummingbird feeders have brought our garden to life and created exciting, hands-on learning opportunities for our students. Every day, students are observing nature, exploring plant growth, and marveling at the hummingbirds that visit our feeders. Your support helps us connect science lessons to the real world and inspires curiosity, care, and wonder in our young learners. Thank you for helping our garden—and our students—thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1762095712063,"projectUrl":"project/a-garden-for-wings-learning-with-butter/9859885/","projectTitle":"A Garden for Wings: Learning with Butterflies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sours","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261011"},{"teacherId":5261011,"projectId":9432818,"letterContent":"Here's a slightly longer and fuller version that keeps your friendly tone but adds more detail and warmth:\r\n\r\nThank you, donors!\r\nWe are so grateful for the olla pots you provided for our classroom garden. They have helped our plants grow and thrive by allowing us to better control the water and keep our garden healthy. With your support, students have been able to see science in action—learning how plants use water, how conservation works, and how teamwork helps things grow.\r\n\r\nYour generosity made this hands-on learning experience possible. Our garden has become a place of excitement and discovery, and we couldn't have done it without you. Thank you for helping our classroom garden bloom and for giving our students a chance to learn in such a meaningful, memorable way!","fullyFundedDate":1760548283245,"projectUrl":"project/water-wise-growing-with-olla-pots-in-ou/9432818/","projectTitle":"Water Wise: Growing with Olla Pots in Our Classroom Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sours","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261011"},{"teacherId":5261011,"projectId":9671548,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Forces in Motion: Hands-On STEM with Newton's Laws project! Because of your generosity, my students will be able to explore science in an exciting, hands-on way that brings Newton's Laws to life. These materials will allow them to experiment, test predictions, and actually see the principles of motion and force in action, which is so much more meaningful than just reading about them in a textbook.\r\n\r\nThrough building, experimenting, and observing, my fifth graders will develop a deeper understanding of concepts like inertia, acceleration, and reaction forces. Even more importantly, they will practice critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration as they design and test their ideas. Your gift ensures that students can engage in authentic STEM experiences that spark curiosity and help them see themselves as scientists and engineers.\r\n\r\nI cannot thank you enough for investing in our classroom. Because of you, my students will not only learn about Newton's Laws but will also gain the confidence to ask questions, take risks, and discover how science connects to their everyday lives. Your generosity makes a lasting impact!","fullyFundedDate":1757541599521,"projectUrl":"project/forces-in-motion-hands-on-stem-with-new/9671548/","projectTitle":"Forces in Motion: Hands-On STEM with Newton’s Laws","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sours","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261011"},{"teacherId":5261011,"projectId":9658300,"letterContent":"Write\r\n\r\nDear Donor,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support of our Smart Spenders and Savers project! Because of you, my students will have the chance to build real-world financial literacy skills that will serve them for a lifetime. With these resources, my fifth graders can practice budgeting, comparing prices, and making thoughtful spending and saving choices in ways that feel engaging and meaningful.\r\n\r\nIt is incredibly powerful for students to have opportunities to apply math skills in practical ways. These materials will allow them to work through scenarios that mirror real life—such as deciding whether to save for something special, understanding the difference between needs and wants, and thinking critically about money choices. Watching them collaborate, discuss, and problem-solve as they learn to manage money responsibly will help them grow in confidence and prepare them for the future.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made it possible for my students to gain experiences they otherwise would not have had. I am so grateful that you chose to invest in their learning. The lessons they will learn from this project are not only academic but also lifelong tools for independence, responsibility, and wise decision-making.","fullyFundedDate":1757423282498,"projectUrl":"project/building-smart-spenders-and-savers/9658300/","projectTitle":"Building Smart Spenders and Savers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sours","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261011"},{"teacherId":5261011,"projectId":9432758,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in supplying our classroom with store supplies and snacks. Your kindness goes far beyond the items themselves—it helps create a fun and motivating environment where students are excited to learn and work hard. With these supplies, our classroom store can now run smoothly, allowing students to practice responsibility, decision-making, and financial literacy in a real-world way.\r\n\r\nThe snacks you've provided will also make a huge difference. For many of my students, having a small treat during the day is not only motivating but also comforting. It gives them something to look forward to, and it reminds them that people out there truly care about their success.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has brought joy to our classroom and will continue to impact my students each day. We are so grateful for your support and for believing in the importance of investing in our children's growth.","fullyFundedDate":1756326626483,"projectUrl":"project/earning-learning-and-leading-our-clas/9432758/","projectTitle":"Earning, Learning, and Leading: Our Classroom Store Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sours","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261011"},{"teacherId":5261011,"projectId":9579845,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Equipped for Learning. Because of your generosity, my students now have the essential tools they need to focus, stay organized, and feel confident in their learning. The notebooks, pencils, and supplies will be used daily in reading, writing, math, and creative activities, giving every child the opportunity to participate fully. These resources remove barriers, promote equity, and encourage pride in their work. Your kindness has truly transformed our classroom, and we are so grateful for the lasting impact you've made on our students' education.","fullyFundedDate":1756126718438,"projectUrl":"project/equipped-for-learning/9579845/","projectTitle":"Equipped for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sours","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261011"},{"teacherId":5261011,"projectId":9428501,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Play for All: Expanding Outdoor Fun and Fitness at Recess. Your generosity has truly brightened our playground and our students' days. With the new outdoor equipment, every child now has the chance to be active, engaged, and included during recess. These additions not only encourage fitness and healthy habits but also promote teamwork, creativity, and joy. Because of you, our students can enjoy a more balanced school day where learning and play go hand in hand. We are so grateful for your kindness and for believing in the power of play!","fullyFundedDate":1755294522596,"projectUrl":"project/play-for-all-expanding-outdoor-fun-and/9428501/","projectTitle":"Play for All: Expanding Outdoor Fun and Fitness at Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sours","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261011"},{"teacherId":5261011,"projectId":9468261,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supplying our classroom with terracotta pots for our outdoor garden! Your generosity is giving my students the opportunity to plant, nurture, and watch their plants grow and thrive. This hands-on experience will help them explore science, responsibility, and teamwork in a real, living classroom environment. They will care for their plants every day, observe changes, and learn the joy of seeing their hard work come to life. We are truly grateful for your support in helping our garden—and our students—grow!","fullyFundedDate":1754079410311,"projectUrl":"project/growing-minds-terracotta-pots-for-our-g/9468261/","projectTitle":"Growing Minds: Terracotta Pots for Our Garden Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sours","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261011"},{"teacherId":5261011,"projectId":9281985,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has become a place where curiosity and celebration go hand in hand! The STEM supplies you helped provide are giving my students opportunities to build, design, explore, and problem-solve in hands-on, meaningful ways. From constructing models to testing experiments, they are learning to think critically and work collaboratively—skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe surprise rewards and treasure box items you also funded have added an extra layer of motivation and excitement. These small tokens help reinforce positive behavior, effort, and academic achievement. Students are not only learning how to work hard but also experiencing the joy of being recognized and celebrated for their growth.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped us create a learning environment that's both intellectually engaging and emotionally uplifting. These tools and rewards are helping students believe in themselves, support one another, and stay energized in their learning journeys. 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