{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"La Francis Hardiman Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":55.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7880983,"projectId":10194642,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of crayon caddies, crayons, and a crayon phonics center for our kindergarten classroom! These materials will make such a wonderful difference in our classroom. The crayon caddies will help my students stay organized and learn to independently care for and access their supplies. The crayon phonics center will be especially meaningful as students practice letter sounds, build phonics skills, and make important connections between letters and words; all while learning through hands-on activities that make learning fun! Thank you for helping create a classroom where our young learners can explore, create, and grow with confidence. Your generosity directly supports their learning and helps make their kindergarten experience even more engaging and joyful.","fullyFundedDate":1785329511764,"projectUrl":"project/crayon-companions/10194642/","projectTitle":"Crayon Companions","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":10225304,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation toward a Polaroid camera and film for our kindergarten classroom! Your kindness will give my students a wonderful way to capture and celebrate the special moments, memories, and learning experiences we share throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nThe camera has already brought so much excitement to our classroom. It will provide opportunities for students to see themselves as an important part of our classroom community. From documenting special activities to creating memories we can display and cherish, your generosity will make a lasting impact on our little learners. Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping make learning even more meaningful, creative, and fun!","fullyFundedDate":1785329568811,"projectUrl":"project/lights-camera-action/10225304/","projectTitle":"Lights, Camera, Action!","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":293060,"projectId":10190723,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our Mini Golf STEM Project possible! Your generosity has given our students an exciting opportunity to learn about science, technology, engineering, and math in a way that feels more like play than a traditional lesson. Because of your support, our students were able to discover that STEM is all around them—even on a mini golf course!\r\n\r\nBefore this project, many of our students would never have thought that golf and STEM could go together. Once they began exploring the mini golf activities, they quickly discovered that every shot was an opportunity to experiment, problem-solve, make predictions, and learn. What looked like a fun game became a hands-on STEM experience that kept them engaged, curious, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nOur students learned how to properly hold and use a golf club while exploring how much force was needed to move the ball the correct distance. They experimented with different amounts of force and observed how the ball responded. They learned that hitting the ball too softly might leave it short of the hole, while too much force could send it past the target. Through these experiences, students were able to see the connection between cause and effect in a very concrete way.\r\n\r\nDistance and measurement also became an important part of the experience. Students measured the distance between the tee and the hole and used those measurements to help determine how they should approach each shot. They began thinking about angles, direction, and how the path of the ball could affect the outcome. Rather than simply being given the answers, students were encouraged to try, observe, adjust, and try again.\r\n\r\nPerhaps one of the most exciting discoveries was learning about gravity. Students could see how gravity influenced the movement of the ball, especially when the course included changes in elevation. Concepts that can sometimes be difficult to understand in a classroom became much easier to grasp when students could actually see them happening right in front of them.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this project gave our students access to an experience that many of them would otherwise never have had. They were able to participate in an activity that encouraged teamwork, perseverance, critical thinking, and problem-solving while having fun. We saw students cheering one another on, celebrating successful shots, and encouraging their classmates to keep trying when something did not work the first time.\r\n\r\nYour donation did much more than provide materials for a mini golf activity. You provided an opportunity for our students to learn, explore, experiment, and experience success in a new way. You helped us show them that learning can happen anywhere and that STEM can be found in the activities they enjoy every day.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us create meaningful learning experiences. Your generosity made a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1778222427572,"projectUrl":"project/mini-golf-stem-project/10190723/","projectTitle":"Mini Golf STEM project","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":9827248,"projectId":9387873,"letterContent":"I've been able to provide great music and movement activities for my students as well as use the speaker for my school concerts to bypass the failing system in our cafetorium. We even were able to use it at our outdoor events like field day and outdoor celebration days. The clinicians that come in for assemblies especially like it because the music sounds phenomenal! It's so versatile as well. We can use it to setup our sound board or plug in directly from other instruments.\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1752586455814,"projectUrl":"project/sensational-sounds-for-kindergarteners/9387873/","projectTitle":"Sensational Sounds for Kindergarteners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hillenbrand","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9827248_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769204888311","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9827248"},{"teacherId":6845836,"projectId":10044260,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our \"Fueling Little Movers\" project! Your generosity provided our Pre-K and kindergarten students with an iPad, an Epson EcoTank printer, and a variety of snacks, including Welch's fruit snacks, Mott's fruit snacks, Pop-Tarts, and animal crackers. These resources helped me create a more engaging learning environment where students could connect movement, wellness, and nutrition.\r\n\r\nI used the iPad to design age-appropriate workout sheets, movement activities, and colorful signs for our Field Day stations. The printer allowed me to print these materials, including signs for activities such as the Sponge Relay and Potato Sack Race. The bright visuals helped our youngest learners identify each station, understand directions, and move confidently from one activity to the next. I can continue using this technology to create visual demonstrations, activity cards, fitness challenges, and other materials that support students with different learning needs.\r\n\r\nThe snacks gave our little movers something they were especially excited about! They were used during special class activities and celebrations to recognize students' effort, participation, and teamwork. Seeing their smiles and enthusiasm reminded me how meaningful these experiences are. Because of your kindness, my students were able to learn, move, celebrate, and create wonderful memories together. Thank you for investing in their health, happiness, and education!","fullyFundedDate":1769115168861,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-little-movers/10044260/","projectTitle":"Fueling Little Movers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ware","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6845836"},{"teacherId":5933613,"projectId":10160632,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and staff of LaFrancis Hardiman Elementary School, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of popcorn for our End of Summer Send-Off celebration.\r\nYour kindness helped transform an ordinary afternoon into a memorable experience for our scholars. As our students gathered to celebrate the friendships they built, the accomplishments they achieved, and the memories they created throughout the summer, your donation added a special touch that brought smiles, laughter, and excitement to the event.\r\nFor many of our children, it is the simple moments—sharing a bag of popcorn with friends, laughing together, and feeling celebrated—that leave the greatest impression. Your generosity helped create an atmosphere where every child felt included and appreciated as we closed out another successful summer.\r\nAt LaFrancis Hardiman Elementary School, we believe that community partnerships play an essential role in helping our scholars thrive. Your support reminds our students that there are people beyond the walls of our school who care about their happiness and success. That message is just as meaningful as the donation itself.\r\nThank you for investing in our scholars and helping us end the summer on such a joyful and positive note. Your generosity made a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1774906341102,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-poppin/10160632/","projectTitle":"Let’s Get Poppin!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Messina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5933613_orig.jpg?crop=1186,1186,x0,y363&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647352519886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5933613"},{"teacherId":9340152,"projectId":10093049,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom. Our students were excited when the new materials arrived and immediately wanted to use them. The resources have helped increase student engagement, collaboration, and hands-on learning opportunities.\r\n\r\nStudents are actively using the materials during classroom activities and projects, and we have already seen increased enthusiasm and participation. Moving forward, we will continue incorporating these resources into lessons that promote creativity, problem-solving, and academic growth.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a positive impact on our students' learning experience. Thank you for investing in our scholars!","fullyFundedDate":1773438608492,"projectUrl":"project/family-engagement-night/10093049/","projectTitle":"Family Engagement Night","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Spence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9340152_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750997726838","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9340152"},{"teacherId":1536593,"projectId":10064855,"letterContent":"Since receiving the beautiful, warm hats and gloves, we have enjoyed many afternoons on the playground. All of the children had toasty-warm fingers and noggins even on the most chilly of days!\r\n Several children have used the child-sized rubber gloves to overcome sensory processing issues both during lunch and academics. These gloves helped them work past sensory aversions to some foods. It also helped them accept touching the sand trays we write in as part of our reading program.\r\n Thank you all for helping add tools to our toolbox and warmth in our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1772550281032,"projectUrl":"project/lunch-independence-and-warm-recess/10064855/","projectTitle":"Lunch Independence and Warm Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. La Rocco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrslarocco"},{"teacherId":7139573,"projectId":10095629,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support of our Student-Led Community Gymnastics & Wellness Day! Thanks to your investment in our students, this project was a massive success, and our young leaders truly stepped up to make a positive impact in our school community.\r\n\r\nThe beginner-friendly gymnastics mats and balance blocks you funded worked beautifully. Our students didn't just use this equipment—they took complete ownership of it. They became coaches, mentors, and role models, teaching essential movement skills, promoting physical wellness, and encouraging healthy habits in an incredibly fun, supportive environment for our community's younger children.\r\n\r\nBreaking Barriers Through Play\r\nStructured physical activity and gymnastics programs are often financially out of reach for many families in our surrounding neighborhood. Because of your kindness, our students were able to break down that barrier. They hosted a completely free, inclusive gymnastics experience, making fitness accessible to families who otherwise wouldn't have had this opportunity.\r\n\r\nThis project went so far beyond standard physical education. It empowered our students to lead, serve, and realize the profound impact they can have when they dedicate themselves to community service. Watching them guide the younger kids with such patience and confidence was inspiring.\r\n\r\nThank you for providing the vital tools that made this day possible. You didn't just fund equipment; you funded leadership, inclusivity, and a healthier community. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1771864662450,"projectUrl":"project/flip-into-service-wellness-with-gymnast/10095629/","projectTitle":"Flip Into Service: Wellness with Gymnastics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Crescione","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7139573"},{"teacherId":7139573,"projectId":10052459,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous support of our project! The hats have arrived, and to say the kids absolutely loved them would be an understatement.\r\n\r\nOur Kindergarten through 2nd-grade students live for outdoor play. Recess and field day are easily the most joyful parts of their school day, but before your donation, the strong sun made it tough for many of our students to stay comfortable and safe. Because so many of them didn't have hats of their own, overheating and sun exposure were constant worries.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, that has completely changed! These hats are already doing exactly what we hoped: keeping our youngest learners safe, comfortable, and confident while they run, play, and grow. They can now enjoy being active outdoors for longer, healthier periods of time.\r\n\r\nThe Best Part? The Personalization!\r\nThe heat press has been an absolute game-changer. The students were so incredibly excited to use the patches to customize their hats. Watching their faces light up as they created something uniquely their own was priceless. This creative process didn't just give them a hat; it gave them a sense of ownership and pride. Because they made them themselves, they are taking amazing care of them and wearing them every single day.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has seamlessly blended physical wellness, safety, and self-expression for our students. Thank you for protecting our children, empowering their creativity, and keeping them smiling during their favorite parts of the day. We couldn't have done this without you!","fullyFundedDate":1769309457410,"projectUrl":"project/hats-on-for-healthy-outdoor-fun/10052459/","projectTitle":"Hats On for Healthy Outdoor Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Crescione","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7139573"},{"teacherId":7880983,"projectId":10203801,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our kindergarten end-of-year celebration project! Because of your kindness and support, our students will receive special summer-themed bundles filled with fun and engaging items, including kinetic sand, reusable water bottles, beach buckets, sunglasses, and more. Your contribution helps us celebrate a year of tremendous growth, learning, and achievement while sending our kindergarteners into summer with excitement and smiles.These thoughtful gifts encourage creativity, imaginative play, outdoor exploration, and active learning beyond the classroom. Most importantly, your generosity ensures that every child can share in this joyful experience together.","fullyFundedDate":1778278679058,"projectUrl":"project/grateful-graduation-gifts/10203801/","projectTitle":"Grateful Graduation Gifts","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":6540042,"projectId":10092545,"letterContent":"Dear Donors Choose Supporters,\r\nThank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your kindness, my students were able to participate in an engaging and meaningful literacy experience that combined reading, research, creativity, and hands-on learning.\r\nDuring our Project-Based Learning (PBL) unit on animals, students spent time reading informational texts, researching different animals, and learning about their habitats, needs, and behaviors. The materials you provided, especially the clay, brought their learning to life in an exciting way. Students used the clay to create imaginative classroom zoos and pet stores inspired by the animals they studied. They were incredibly excited to design, build, and share their creations with classmates and families.\r\nThis hands-on activity allowed students to strengthen both their literacy and critical thinking skills while expressing their creativity. Many students who are typically hesitant readers became more engaged because they were able to connect their research to a fun, interactive project. The classroom was filled with excitement, collaboration, and pride as students explained facts about their animals and showcased their work.\r\nYour generosity also helped provide literacy bags filled with pencils, crayons, and books for families to enjoy together at home. These take-home resources encouraged students and parents to continue reading beyond the classroom and helped strengthen the important connection between school and home learning.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their education. Your support created memorable learning experiences that inspired creativity, curiosity, and a love of reading. 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