{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"La Francis Hardiman Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":55.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9306036,"projectId":10047761,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. Our classroom is now better able to support students basic needs so they can focus and learn. Students use snacks daily, and our self care items are part of a calm, supportive routine that helps them manage their emotions and take care of themselves. \r\nWhen all of our materials arrived the students were so excited and felt truly cared for. It was amazing seeing how hats, gloves and scarfs meant so much to some of students from low income families who might not be able to get those things meant to them. Also having extra snack to send home and have while they are at school. \r\nWe truly appreciate your donation and loved that we were able to help teach out students about self care and learning about healthy snack choices.","fullyFundedDate":1769308356999,"projectUrl":"project/smile-strength-and-selfcare/10047761/","projectTitle":"Smile Strength and Selfcare","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9306036_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695833815386","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9306036"},{"teacherId":293060,"projectId":10128792,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, thank you for your generous donation of a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card. Your support has had a direct and meaningful impact on our Academic Intervention Services (AIS) math program for students in kindergarten through second grade.\r\n\r\nWith your donation, we were able to purchase differentiated math worksheets and instructional resources specifically designed to meet students at their individual learning levels. These materials are aligned to grade-level standards and, most importantly, are organized based on pre-assessment data for each standard. This has allowed our teachers to identify precisely where each student needs support and provide targeted instruction that addresses those specific skill gaps.\r\n\r\nIn early elementary education, building strong foundational math skills is critical. Students in kindergarten, first grade, and second grade are developing number sense, problem-solving strategies, fluency, and confidence that will support all future learning. However, students learn at different paces and often require individualized practice to fully master concepts. Because of your donation, our AIS teachers now have access to engaging, leveled resources that allow instruction to be tailored to each child's needs rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.\r\n\r\nThe differentiated worksheets have already made a noticeable difference in our classrooms. Teachers are able to quickly group students according to their pretest results and provide meaningful practice that is appropriately challenging. Students who need additional reinforcement can revisit foundational skills with clear, scaffolded support, while students ready for enrichment can work on more advanced applications of the same standard. This flexibility helps all learners feel successful and supported.\r\n\r\nBeyond academic growth, these resources have positively influenced student confidence and motivation. Many of our AIS students have historically struggled with math and can become discouraged when work feels too difficult or disconnected from their ability level. The targeted materials purchased through your gift have helped create more positive learning experiences. Students are experiencing success more frequently, participating more actively, and approaching math with greater confidence.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has also provided valuable support to our teachers. Preparing differentiated materials for multiple grade levels and standards can be extremely time-consuming. Access to high-quality, ready-to-use resources allows teachers to spend more time analyzing student progress, providing instruction, and building relationships with students rather than creating materials from scratch. This has strengthened the effectiveness of our AIS program and increased the amount of individualized attention students receive.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your donation demonstrates to our students that their learning matters and that members of the community believe in their potential. Acts of generosity like yours help create opportunities that truly change educational experiences for young learners.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in the success of our kindergarten through second-grade students. Your support has helped us provide personalized instruction, strengthen foundational math skills, and build confidence in learners who need it most. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and commitment to education.","fullyFundedDate":1772825344782,"projectUrl":"project/up-to-date-resources/10128792/","projectTitle":"Up To Date Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fitzgibbon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp293060_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1467811239270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lorifitzgibbon"},{"teacherId":7880983,"projectId":10139832,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the iPad charging station and the iPad case with keyboard for our classroom. Your support is truly appreciated and makes a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experiences. These tools will help us keep our devices organized, charged, and ready for use, while also giving students more opportunities to engage with technology in a productive and creative way. The keyboard case, in particular, will support early typing skills and enhance learning across many subjects.","fullyFundedDate":1776455394034,"projectUrl":"project/teaching-technology/10139832/","projectTitle":"Teaching Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7880983_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y70&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625679689988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7880983"},{"teacherId":7880983,"projectId":10007483,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of classroom supplies for our kindergarten students. We truly appreciate your kindness in providing crayons, glue sticks, and Expo markers; these are items we use every single day! Your support helps ensure that our students have the tools they need to learn, create, and fully participate in classroom activities. From colorful artwork to hands-on projects and interactive lessons, these supplies make a meaningful difference in our daily learning environment.\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and for thinking of our classroom. Thank you for helping us create a space where our students can grow, explore, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1774906340906,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-supplies-for-success/10007483/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7880983_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y70&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625679689988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7880983"},{"teacherId":7880983,"projectId":10058740,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of materials such as my alphabet pocket chart and alphabet stamps for our kindergarten classroom. Your support means a great deal to us and will make a meaningful difference in our students' learning experience. These resources will help our young learners build essential literacy skills in a fun, hands on way. The pocket chart will be a wonderful tool for interactive lessons, and the stamps will allow students to explore letters and words creatively. Because of your kindness, our classroom is better equipped to inspire curiosity and confidence in every child. We truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and commitment to supporting education. Thank you for helping our students grow and succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1772636364809,"projectUrl":"project/leap-into-literacy/10058740/","projectTitle":"Leap into Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7880983_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y70&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625679689988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7880983"},{"teacherId":7880983,"projectId":9920040,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of prizes to our kindergarten classroom. Your kindness and support mean a great deal to both our students and our school community. The excitement on the children's faces when they see new prizes is truly wonderful. Your contribution helps create a positive and motivating environment where students feel encouraged to learn, participate, and do their best each day.\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your thoughtfulness and for making a difference in our classroom. Thank you for helping us make learning fun and rewarding for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1774906340578,"projectUrl":"project/perfect-prizes/9920040/","projectTitle":"Perfect Prizes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7880983_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y70&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625679689988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7880983"},{"teacherId":6168214,"projectId":10038520,"letterContent":"This project was amazing for my class. We read a story about a lady that donated gloves to the children in her neighborhood so they could go outside to play. Immediately after reading the story we thought that we would like to do something similar. We then saw the opportunity Donor's Choose was offering. The children were beyond excited at the opportunity to get hats, gloves and blankets to distribute.\r\n\r\nThe class really enjoyed the preparation. We wrote encouraging messages so that each person that received a hat set would be inspired! Our messages included, things like \"you got this, there's only one you, make today great, and you're loved\". They sorted all the hats and gloves and placed a message in each one.\r\n\r\nThe experience that they had, will never be forgotten. They were so proud to have been able to be a part of making someone else's day!\r\n\r\nThank you Donor's Choose!","fullyFundedDate":1768765616878,"projectUrl":"project/winter-warmth-for-all/10038520/","projectTitle":"Winter Warmth for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ashe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6168214"},{"teacherId":10406260,"projectId":10028421,"letterContent":"Thank you to Donors for this incredible opportunity and for continuously supporting classrooms in meaningful and impactful ways. Our classroom was fortunate to receive support that directly addressed some of our students' most essential needs. This generous contribution allowed us to provide items such as food, clothing, winter hats and gloves, Chapstick, snacks, and other everyday necessities that make a real difference in our students' daily lives. We are deeply grateful for this kindness and generosity.\r\nIn an elementary classroom, learning does not begin with books or lessons alone—it begins when students feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. Many of our students come to school eager to learn but may be impacted by factors outside of their control, including limited access to warm clothing, nutritious snacks, or basic personal care items. This donation helped remove those barriers and ensured that our students' physical needs were met, allowing them to focus more fully on learning, participating, and growing both academically and socially.\r\nThe impact of this support was immediate and heartfelt. The students were genuinely delighted when they received these items. Something as simple as a new pair of winter gloves, warm hats, or a snack to get them through the day brought visible smiles and excitement. For some students, these items offered comfort and reassurance, showing them that they are valued and supported. For others, it provided a sense of security that allowed them to engage more confidently in classroom activities and interactions with peers.\r\nBeyond meeting physical needs, this contribution fostered a sense of community within our classroom. Students learned an important lesson about generosity, compassion, and looking out for one another. They understood that there are people and organizations who care deeply about education and student well‑being. These moments helped reinforce our classroom values of empathy, gratitude, and kindness, lessons that extend far beyond academics and will stay with them as they grow.\r\nThis support also positively impacted our broader school community. Teachers were able to ensure that students stayed warm during colder months, remained comfortable throughout the school day, and had access to snacks and essential items when needed. Families felt reassured knowing their children were being supported in thoughtful and meaningful ways while at school. This level of care strengthens the partnership between school, family, and community, creating an environment where students can thrive.\r\nOnce again, thank you to Donors for recognizing the importance of addressing warmth, clothing, and hunger as essential components of student success. Your generosity has made a lasting and meaningful impact on our students and our school community. We are incredibly thankful for this opportunity and will carry forward the spirit of gratitude and care that this donation has inspired.","fullyFundedDate":1768776761700,"projectUrl":"project/stocked-in-second-grade/10028421/","projectTitle":"Stocked in Second Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vacca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10406260"},{"teacherId":7317571,"projectId":10044627,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing classroom snacks and headphones for my students. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our learning environment and in the daily lives of my students.\r\nThe snacks you gifted were more than just food—they were a vital source of nourishment for students in an underfunded community where food insecurity is a real challenge. By helping to address world hunger at a local level, you ensured that my students were able to focus, learn, and participate without the distraction of hunger. A well‑nourished child is better prepared to think, collaborate, and succeed, and your support helped make that possible every day.\r\nThe headphones were equally impactful. With noise‑canceling support, students were able to block out distractions and fully engage in their lessons. I observed increased focus, sustained attention, and a noticeable growth in student engagement and academic progress. Students felt empowered to learn independently and confidently in a calmer, more supportive environment.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their growth. Your generosity has left a lasting impact, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1769018838744,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-essentials/10044627/","projectTitle":"First Year Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7317571_orig.jpg?crop=1320,1320,x0,y215&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768928711308","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7317571"},{"teacherId":554775,"projectId":10027918,"letterContent":"Because of the gift bags and treat bags, every child received the same special experience, reinforcing a strong sense of fairness, belonging, and community. It was a beautiful reminder that even our youngest learners can feel included, valued, and celebrated.\r\nYour kindness helped us create more than just a holiday event—you helped us provide comfort, creativity, and connection for our students. We are so grateful for your support in making this Easter celebration so meaningful and memorable for every child. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768682411234,"projectUrl":"project/easter-fun-and-full-bellies/10027918/","projectTitle":"Easter Fun and Full Bellies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quinones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-quinones"},{"teacherId":554775,"projectId":10093996,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our March Book Madness literacy initiative to life! Because of your generosity, this student-led project became an exciting, school-wide celebration of reading that truly united our entire community.\r\n\r\nOur students took ownership of every aspect of the initiative—from organizing the 16-book tournament bracket to designing ballots, creating eye-catching posters, and transforming our shared spaces into a basketball-themed reading arena. Their enthusiasm was contagious! Each week, they proudly announced results, tallied votes, and kept the momentum going as classes across all grade levels eagerly participated.\r\n\r\nThe books you provided were at the heart of it all. They were shared across classrooms, read aloud throughout the building, and sparked meaningful conversations among students and families alike. It was incredible to see students cheering on their favorite titles just like a real tournament!\r\n\r\nThis initiative not only boosted reading engagement, but also fostered collaboration, leadership, and school spirit. Families joined in through ParentSquare, reading along at home and discussing the books together—helping extend literacy beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe decorations, materials, and prizes you made possible added to the excitement and motivation, making every student feel included and eager to participate. Most importantly, our students felt empowered as leaders, knowing they were making a positive impact on their entire school community.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us build a joyful culture of reading. March Book Madness was a huge success, and we are so grateful for your support in making it happen!","fullyFundedDate":1773428144214,"projectUrl":"project/march-book-madness-boosting-literacy-in/10093996/","projectTitle":"March Book Madness: Boosting Literacy in Our School Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quinones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-quinones"},{"teacherId":522503,"projectId":10044131,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of snacks and cleaning supplies to our classroom. Your kindness and support have made a meaningful difference in our students' daily experience.\r\n\r\nThe snacks you provided have been especially helpful in keeping students focused and energized throughout the day. Many of our students benefit from having access to a quick, nutritious snack, which helps them stay engaged and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the cleaning supplies have allowed us to maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable classroom environment. This not only supports students' health and well-being but also helps create a space where they feel respected and cared for.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is a more supportive and positive place for all students. 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