{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hyalite Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":39.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4969529,"projectId":7970730,"letterContent":"In our first grade classroom, these bilingual books open the door to essential early literacy skills in a way that feels meaningful and accessible for all students. Because many of my students come from families who are first-time immigrants from Honduras, Venezuela, and Peru, having books in both English and Spanish allows them to bridge their home language with new learning. This not only strengthens their confidence as readers but also supports family involvement. Each week, students take home leveled book bags so they can practice reading with their families, creating a powerful connection between school and home while promoting a love of literacy beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is active, joyful, and student-centered. Students get to choose their take-home books each week (see pictures). Some of my emerging bilingual students light up when they recognize familiar words in Spanish and then make connections to English, while others are excitedly taking on the role of \"teacher\" at home when they read their take-home books to siblings and parents. One student who was initially hesitant to participate, and without books at home, now eagerly chooses bilingual books. These books are tools that empower my students to see themselves as capable readers and to share that joy with their families.","fullyFundedDate":1699906113259,"projectUrl":"project/bilingual-books-for-young-readers/7970730/","projectTitle":"Bilingual Books for Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4969529_orig.jpg?crop=485,485,x269,y121&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692069827845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/claire-walker"},{"teacherId":4969529,"projectId":9838041,"letterContent":"In our 1st grade classroom, these printers have played an important role in making our learning environment more visual, engaging, and meaningful for these young learners. I use the Fuji INSTAX Mini Link printer to create instant \"Polaroid-style\" photos of my students that we incorporate into art projects, classroom jobs, and bulletin boards. Seeing their own faces displayed around the room helps students feel a sense of belonging and ownership in our classroom community. Alongside this, the full color printer allows me to create clear, vibrant visuals that support early reading skills, daily routines, and expectations. This is essential for first graders who rely heavily on visual cues as they build independence.\r\n\r\nThe color printer also brings learning to life in a way that black-and-white simply can't—whether it's colorful reading visuals, class coupons they earn for completing their reading logs, or social-emotional learning posters that show detailed facial expressions and body language cues. These visuals help students better understand emotions, expectations, and academic concepts in a way that feels accessible and engaging.\r\n\r\nI've noticed that I've been more creative and flexible with these tools in my classroom. I can print posters to collaborate with my colleges (ex. \"Let's teach the -au spelling pattern along with the -aw spelling pattern on Monday. I'll use Chat GPT and print a poster to replicate the style and new patters as our reading curriculum\" - Me on Friday March 27th). These tools help create a classroom where students can see themselves, understand expectations, and teachers feel excited to prepare for their teaching every day.","fullyFundedDate":1766967151712,"projectUrl":"project/learning-in-color/9838041/","projectTitle":"Learning in Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4969529_orig.jpg?crop=485,485,x269,y121&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692069827845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/claire-walker"},{"teacherId":3018651,"projectId":9911017,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for taking the time to donate to our classroom! Our students have absolutely loved the new additions to our school store and it has been a powerful motivator in helping them meet their daily goals.\r\n\r\nThe Minecraft LEGOs were a huge hit and brought instant smiles to students' faces when they appeared in the school store. Thanks to your generosity we've been able to keep our school store running consistently throughout the rest of the school year, which has made a big difference in maintaining student engagement and positive behavior.\r\n\r\nMany of the students started setting goals for themselves and thinking about how they could earn enough school money to get something they really wanted. Students are continuing to learn how to track their progress, reflect on their choices and stay motivated over time. Your support has made these opportunities possible and we are so grateful for the positive impact it's had on our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1765079648720,"projectUrl":"project/building-success-with-legos-more/9911017/","projectTitle":"Building Success with LEGOS & More!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hardin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3018651_orig.jpg?crop=456,456,x552,y196&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764868042942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3018651"},{"teacherId":2991835,"projectId":9893304,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has become an even more vibrant space for creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nWith the new STEAM materials and games you provided, my students are not just learning—they are building, experimenting, and thinking in entirely new ways. From carefully stacking KEVA planks into intricate structures to lighting up circuits with Snap Circuits kits, students are fully engaged in hands-on exploration every day.\r\n\r\nI've watched students work together to solve puzzles, negotiate strategies during board games, and encourage one another through challenges. These moments are powerful. They are learning how to think critically, communicate clearly, and persevere when something doesn't work the first time.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful changes has been in student confidence. Students who were once hesitant to participate are now eagerly jumping in, sharing ideas, and taking risks in their learning. The combination of creativity and strategy has created opportunities for every child to shine.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom environment where curiosity leads the way and learning feels exciting and meaningful. These are skills that will stay with my students far beyond this school year.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in their growth, their teamwork, and their joy in learning.","fullyFundedDate":1766967154079,"projectUrl":"project/steam-and-strategy-materials-for-hands-o/9893304/","projectTitle":"STEAM and Strategy Materials for Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trevino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2991835_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724252158451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-laura-trevino"},{"teacherId":2991835,"projectId":9867383,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students are feeling the impact of your kindness every single day this winter.\r\n\r\nIn Montana, the cold months can be especially tough for young learners. Thanks to your support, each child received a Winter Care Kit filled with simple but meaningful essentials like hats, chapstick, and lotion. These items may seem small, but for my students, they have made a big difference.\r\n\r\nI've already noticed students coming in more comfortable, more confident, and more ready to focus on learning. Instead of worrying about cold ears or dry, chapped skin, they are able to fully engage in our classroom activities and enjoy their time at school.\r\n\r\nBeyond the physical comfort, your gift sent an even more powerful message: that they are cared for. That feeling matters deeply, and it helps create a classroom environment where students feel safe, supported, and ready to grow.\r\n\r\nThank you for making our winter a little warmer and a lot brighter. Your generosity has had a lasting impact on both the hearts and the learning of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1766967153968,"projectUrl":"project/snow-much-care-personal-care-items-for/9867383/","projectTitle":"Snow Much Care! Personal Care Items for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trevino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2991835_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724252158451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-laura-trevino"},{"teacherId":1795471,"projectId":8682061,"letterContent":"Our new classroom rug has made a wonderful difference in our kindergarten classroom, and we are so grateful for your generosity. The rug has become our special meeting place where we gather each day for lessons, stories, and class discussions. It gives our students a safe and welcoming space where they can come together as a community. When we sit on the rug, students feel comfortable sharing their ideas, asking questions, and learning from one another as we grow together.\r\n\r\nThe alphabet rug has also helped each child feel a sense of belonging. Having their own letter spot makes it easier for students to find a place to sit while also creating healthy personal boundaries. This simple structure helps them stay focused and ready to learn, which is especially important for young learners who thrive on routine and organization.\r\n\r\nBeyond learning, the rug has brought a warm and cozy feeling to our classroom. It has transformed our space into an inviting environment where students feel safe, supported, and excited to learn each day. Thank you for helping create a classroom where our kindergarteners can gather, share, and grow together. Your kindness truly makes a difference in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1733343933950,"projectUrl":"project/rugging-up-our-abcs/8682061/","projectTitle":"Rugging Up Our ABC's!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elliott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1795471_orig.jpg?crop=4284,4284,x0,y399&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747956740902","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1795471"},{"teacherId":6076540,"projectId":9508009,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom library project! Because of you, our first graders now have a bright, welcoming collection of books that they are truly excited to read.\r\n\r\nThe moment the new books arrived, the room buzzed with curiosity. Students eagerly gathered around the bins, flipping through pages, admiring illustrations, and proudly choosing which book they wanted to read first. For many of them, this was the first time they had access to such a wide variety of engaging, high-quality texts.\r\n\r\nAlready, I am seeing a difference. Students who were once hesitant readers are now asking for \"just one more minute\" with their book. They are exploring new topics, practicing important early reading skills, and building confidence each day. Our library has become a cozy, joyful place to learn—and your donation made that possible.\r\nYour kindness has given my students something truly meaningful: the tools to grow as readers and the joy of discovering stories that belong to them. Thank you for investing in their futures and helping build a love of reading that will last far beyond this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1757010709871,"projectUrl":"project/building-my-first-grade-library/9508009/","projectTitle":"Building My First Grade Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chloe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6076540"},{"teacherId":2574787,"projectId":9697662,"letterContent":"Reading in our library HAS to be fun and engaging. Adding new books about coding and video games to our collection has been a huge hit. The students love the \"Escape from a Video Game\" and the \"Girls Who Code\" books are constantly being checked out. The video game cookbooks and how to draw books have been super popular also! Students are thrilled to share their new learning about coding and plans to pursue this new endeavor. There's nothing like watching a student, or pair of students sitting together and enjoying a good book! Thank you for making these moments possible!","fullyFundedDate":1757742367774,"projectUrl":"project/from-players-to-creators-inspiring-game/9697662/","projectTitle":"From Players to Creators: Inspiring Game Design Through Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gilpin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2574787_orig.jpg?crop=1703,1703,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691951834730","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-gilpin-owls"},{"teacherId":10218213,"projectId":9644569,"letterContent":"My 5th grade class and I would like to personally thank you for your generosity. We now have plenty of stools for our workspaces without having to stand or bring our classwork to the floor for completion. Our high school desks make it a little more difficult to complete art projects because of the slant. We have used water colors and paint quite often this year. We also use the stools when eating snack while listening to me read Roald Dahl books. The stamp art palates are simply amazing! The students love the bright colors because it makes their cards and artwork so vibrant. We have had at least four popcorn parties in our classroom. The comments from the students on how the room smells to how the buttery the popcorn tastes makes the effort to pop it worthwhile. We normally have five or more students needing snack everyday. Once again, thank you for your generosity. We have enjoyed the donation greatly.","fullyFundedDate":1757010710035,"projectUrl":"project/art-and-popcorn/9644569/","projectTitle":"Art and Popcorn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Samuelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10218213"},{"teacherId":10218213,"projectId":9642956,"letterContent":"My 5th grade class and I would like to personally thank you for your generosity. We now have plenty of stools for our workspaces without having to stand or bring our classwork to the floor for completion. Our high school desks make it a little more difficult to complete art projects because of the slant. We have used water colors and paint quite often this year. We also use the stools when eating snack while listening to me read Roald Dahl books. The stamp art palates are simply amazing! The students love the bright colors because it makes their cards and artwork so vibrant. We have had at least four popcorn parties in our classroom. The comments from the students on how the room smells to how the buttery the popcorn tastes makes the effort to pop it worthwhile. We normally have five or more students needing snack everyday. Once again, thank you for your generosity. We have enjoyed the donation greatly.","fullyFundedDate":1757010709813,"projectUrl":"project/first-classroom-for-me/9642956/","projectTitle":"First Classroom for Me!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Samuelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10218213"},{"teacherId":4969529,"projectId":9216029,"letterContent":"Thank you! The moment the new STEM materials arrived, the energy in our 1st grade classroom shifted completely. When I unveiled the boxes of magnetic tiles, LCD writing tablets, and toy cars, they were so excited! The students didn't wait for instructions; they immediately began sorting colors, testing how the pieces connected, and discussing what they were going to build. This excitement confirmed how ready they were for these hands on tools.\r\n\r\nWe wasted no time putting these resources to use. These materials are allowing my students to engage more in their reading, spelling, writing and problem-solving skills. Seeing this transformation in their confidence and engagement is the greatest impact of your gift. Thank you again for giving my students the tools they need to become fearless, hands-on readers, writers and engineers!","fullyFundedDate":1751909951753,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-hands-big-plans/9216029/","projectTitle":"Tiny Hands, Big Plans","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4969529_orig.jpg?crop=485,485,x269,y121&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692069827845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/claire-walker"},{"teacherId":2574787,"projectId":9235474,"letterContent":"Reading in our library HAS to be fun and engaging. Adding new picture book, non-fiction high-interest books and award winning books to our collection has been a huge hit. The students love the choose your own adventure that accompanies \"Endlessly Ever After\" and the \"Who is\" books are constantly being checked out. Our Spanish speaking students are thrilled to have some popular new books such as \"Wild Robot Escapes\" and Alan Gratz's \"Refugee\" - in Spanish of course. There's nothing like watching a student, or pair of students sitting together and enjoying a good book! 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