{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hazlehurst Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":79.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3896835,"projectId":9129155,"letterContent":"The phonics kits I created using mirrors, notecards, bingo chips, markers, and dry-erase boards have made a powerful difference in how my students engage with learning. We use these kits daily during small-group phonics instruction and literacy centers. One meaningful moment was watching students use mirrors to carefully observe their mouth movements while practicing sounds, then use bingo chips and notecards to build, segment, and blend words on their boards. These hands-on tools have helped students become more confident and willing to take risks, and many are showing clear progress in sound recognition, decoding, and spelling.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and curious because the kits felt like learning tools rather than worksheets. The interactive nature of the materials motivated even my most reluctant learners to participate and stay focused. Thanks to the success of these kits, the next steps are to expand phonics instruction by creating additional kits and materials so my coworkers can use the same hands-on approach in their classrooms. This will allow more students to benefit from engaging, structured phonics instruction and continue building strong reading foundations.","fullyFundedDate":1746698797381,"projectUrl":"project/phonics-kit-part-4/9129155/","projectTitle":"Phonics Kit Part 4!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3896835_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1497233362463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3896835"},{"teacherId":3896835,"projectId":9283755,"letterContent":"Students are using the bar stools at different tables throughout the classroom to create flexible seating options that support collaboration, movement, and student choice. The stools allow students to rotate easily between tables for small-group instruction, independent work, and partner activities, which helps keep them engaged and focused. One memorable moment was seeing students immediately choose seating that helped them work best some preferred standing height tables for writing and group discussions, while others used them during reading and phonics rotations. When the students first saw the new materials, they were excited and eager to try them out, and many shared that the seating made the classroom feel more comfortable and \"grown up.\"\r\n\r\nThese resources are now an important part of our daily lessons, especially during literacy centers where students move between reading, writing, and phonics activities. As we continue our current projects, students will use the tables and stools to collaborate on writing pieces, practice reading skills, and complete hands-on learning tasks. The next steps include replacing broken tables to ensure safe and consistent learning spaces and purchasing additional school supplies so every student has what they need to fully participate and succeed in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746699577127,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-classrooms-confident-learne/9283755/","projectTitle":"Comfortable Classrooms, Confident Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3896835_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1497233362463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3896835"},{"teacherId":9561595,"projectId":9593600,"letterContent":"My students and I really want to tell you thank you for your contribution. It means so much! Our copier in the teacher lounge is either out of ink, broken, or has a long line. This make copying the things we need really hard. Printings things for students is necessary and unavoidable. Now that we have ink and paper I can print their homework, letters, extra practice work, activities, assessments, and much more! I can now print from the comfort of my own room which allows me to get other things done instead of waiting in the lounge. I can also run my work while I'm teaching. You have given us so much! Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1758202867550,"projectUrl":"project/paper-and-ink/9593600/","projectTitle":"Paper and Ink","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Munson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561595_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y367&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745851100590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561595"},{"teacherId":9561595,"projectId":9337520,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contribution to our classroom cleaning supplies. Students are often sick a lot around this time of the school year.\r\nWe have used so many Kleenex due to sickness and sinuses already. This will help us replenish. The paper towel will be used for various things that we need. The soap will be used to make sure students wash their hands, so they can keep germs away. The clorox spray, magic erasers, and mop will help us keep our classroom clean and safe for everyone who comes in the room.\r\nThank you for creating a safe and clean environment for us!","fullyFundedDate":1757278342565,"projectUrl":"project/clean-up-clean-up-everybody-clean-up/9337520/","projectTitle":"Clean Up, Clean Up, Everybody Clean Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Munson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561595_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y367&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745851100590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561595"},{"teacherId":9561595,"projectId":9477843,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to our classroom! We have already started using over half of these items already.\r\nThe Kleenex has been one of the most used because of all of the sickness running rapid during this time of the school year. The copy paper and ink has been helpful in printing things like projects, extra work, and other things the students need to be successful. The crayons and scissors have been used for all types of activities and projects. The pencils and erasers are utilized every single day.\r\nThank you for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1755740266856,"projectUrl":"project/basic-supplies/9477843/","projectTitle":"Basic Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Munson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561595_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y367&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745851100590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561595"},{"teacherId":9561595,"projectId":9378962,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our project. My job is definitely challenging enough without having to worry about how to get work for my students printed. It's hard to get to the printer in the teacher lounge with so many teachers having to use it. When it's not occupied it's typically out of ink.\r\n\r\nI can now make copies for my students whenever I need to. This also helps me save time by not wasting my time in the teacher lounge. I am able to copy in my room and get other things done while it prints, such as things like lesson planning or extra tutoring. The printer also allows me to help other teachers with small things they may need printed as well.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1755741881273,"projectUrl":"project/printed-practice/9378962/","projectTitle":"Printed Practice!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Munson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561595_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y367&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745851100590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561595"},{"teacherId":9561595,"projectId":9335149,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our classroom library. My students were so excited when I pulled out the books from the box! I was able to get books that they knew and books that they have never heard of but was excited to read.\r\n\r\n My goal is to introduce them to the various types of books out there in the world. It makes me so happy to see my students enjoying the books I enjoyed when I was there age. We are now on the book series The Kane Chronicles. Every day they ask or remind that we have to continue the story.\r\n\r\nI am glad that I have some fun and interesting chapter books for my high performing students. It helps me make sure they are challenged and have books on their level. Thank you again for helping us build our library one book at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1755149469037,"projectUrl":"project/take-a-look-its-in-a-book/9335149/","projectTitle":"Take a Look, It's in a Book!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Munson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561595_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y367&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745851100590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561595"},{"teacherId":3896835,"projectId":9325779,"letterContent":"We used the materials to create our own miniature aquariums inside mason jars. Students layered aquarium rocks, added plastic fish, sea animals, and plants to design their own underwater scenes. This hands-on activity helped them connect what they learned during our virtual aquarium field trip to a creative, tangible project they could display in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was instant! Many students gasped and smiled when they saw the colorful aquarium rocks, tiny sea animals, and plants. They couldn't wait to start designing their own aquariums, and they eagerly shared ideas with their classmates about which fish or animals they wanted to include.\r\n\r\nNext, students will use their aquariums as inspiration for a writing project. They will write descriptive paragraphs about their underwater scenes, focusing on using vivid adjectives, sensory details, and proper sentence structure. This will not only strengthen their writing skills but also allow them to showcase their creativity and knowledge about marine life.","fullyFundedDate":1746699617687,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-virtual-field-trips-to-life-thr/9325779/","projectTitle":"Bringing Virtual Field Trips to Life Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3896835_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1497233362463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3896835"},{"teacherId":9561595,"projectId":9243855,"letterContent":"As it got closer to the end of the school year we were running out of needed supplies. Parents stopped sending things as well. The Kleenex and wipes were used to keep things clean! We were able to use the paper, markers, and pens to create end of the school year projects. I was also able to laminate students awards to make sure they last, so my students can have something postive to look back on. The treasure box was replenished with the party favors box, which they thoroughly enjoyed! The headphones were used to listen to online activities.\r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of our hearts for your donations. These things wouldn't be possible without you.","fullyFundedDate":1746785275845,"projectUrl":"project/tired-third-graders/9243855/","projectTitle":"Tired Third Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Munson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561595_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y367&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745851100590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561595"},{"teacherId":3896835,"projectId":9290480,"letterContent":"The new tablets have become an essential tool in our classroom, supporting both individualized learning and whole-group instruction. With these devices, students can access interactive educational apps that reinforce key skills in reading, math, and science. The tablets also allow for differentiated instruction—students can work at their own pace, receive immediate feedback, and engage with content that matches their learning levels. Beyond academics, the tablets help build digital literacy and prepare students for the technology-rich world they'll encounter beyond school.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is the level of independence and creativity the tablets provide. They love using them for interactive games, digital storytelling, and research during project-based learning. The ability to tap, swipe, and explore information in real time makes learning feel like an adventure. For many students, especially those who struggle with traditional methods, the tablets have sparked new motivation and engagement in ways I hadn't seen before.","fullyFundedDate":1746706670608,"projectUrl":"project/the-digital-revolution-empowering-stude/9290480/","projectTitle":"The Digital Revolution: Empowering Students with Tablets","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3896835_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1497233362463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3896835"},{"teacherId":3896835,"projectId":9282314,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my tablet project. Your generosity has allowed students to use tablets daily in the classroom to work on a variety of reading, phonics, and writing websites that strengthen their literacy skills in engaging and meaningful ways. Students are able to practice phonics patterns, improve reading comprehension, and develop their writing skills through interactive programs that provide immediate feedback and personalized support. The most exciting part for students is having access to technology that makes learning feel fun, motivating, and hands-on, especially for those who struggle with traditional paper and pencil tasks. Many students who were once hesitant readers or writers have shown increased confidence and independence because the tablets allow them to learn at their own pace. Because of the positive impact this technology has had, my next project is to obtain additional tablets and laptops so I can create a 1-to-1 classroom environment where every student has consistent access to the tools they need to succeed. Your support is truly making a difference in how students learn and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1745846963497,"projectUrl":"project/plugged-in-powering-up-the-classroom/9282314/","projectTitle":"Plugged In: Powering Up the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3896835_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1497233362463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3896835"},{"teacherId":9561595,"projectId":9290385,"letterContent":"Some of my students would come to the floor to sit closer to the board during whole group because it help them focus and stay engaged more. Sitting on a hard floor isn't that comfortable, but they did it.\r\n\r\nMy students enjoyed the new seating options, especially the floor cushions. They were so excited.They wanted to use them as as soon as I brought them out! My students are able to sit closer to the board comfortably and focus.\r\n\r\nThe stools are spread throughout the room. If they feel distracted by a group member they can move to help focus. They also have the opportunity to use them if they are feeling antsy, fidgety, or just need some space. \r\n\r\nThank you for your generous donations. 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