{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hamilton Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":56.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10234814,"projectId":10252824,"letterContent":"My students eagerly anticipated their names to be called to receive their bright and colorful end-of-the-year certificate awards at our graduation and awards ceremony. Once one's name was called, that student would boldly and joyfully walk up and receive their award. They would proceed to walk to their place on a riser and proudly hold up their certificate and display it for all in attendance to see.\r\n\r\nFamilies took photos to make cherished memories. It meant so much to students and their families to receive such special honors, beautifully commemorated through cheerful certificates that could be displayed and would be remembered for years to come.\r\n\r\nThe award certificates are just a small part of how far your donation will go over time. Thank you for your generous contribution!","fullyFundedDate":1778188587234,"projectUrl":"project/help-maximize-students-growth-and-enric/10252824/","projectTitle":"Help Maximize Students' Growth and Enrich Their Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Warrior","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10234814_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756660890652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10234814"},{"teacherId":10234814,"projectId":10095290,"letterContent":"From the moment the new rug was rolled out on our classroom floor, students were eager to enjoy the expanded learning space and seating option in our room and to feel the comfortable plushness when using it throughout our school day.\r\n\r\nBefore receiving this kind and generous gift, students previously used a much thinner, smaller, older rug with curled edges that did not have such clearly designated seating areas. Now, our new rug has become a central hub where the class loves to enjoy and participate in fun times such as opening group, read-alouds, buddy reading, and cooperative learning activities safely and comfortably. This has become one of the children's favorite spots to spend their day. The safety, feel, and visual clarity of the rug has helped students to be more relaxed, focused, and better able to peacefully enjoy their time learning and their school day, as a whole.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a part of contributing a quality item that has so changed the classroom atmosphere and transformed our learning environment! It has truly made a difference for us!","fullyFundedDate":1773863633825,"projectUrl":"project/help-transform-our-classroom-with-a-new/10095290/","projectTitle":"Help Transform Our Classroom with a New Clean Inviting Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Warrior","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10234814_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756660890652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10234814"},{"teacherId":7793893,"projectId":10086344,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing \"Leap into Literacy! Powering Up Our Reading Skills\" to life in our kindergarten classroom! The addition of the Leap Pad learning tablets has transformed our daily literacy centers into an interactive, high-energy reading adventure. For five- and six-year-olds, having technology designed specifically for little hands makes early reading practice feel like play rather than work. The interactive audio feedback allows students to trace letter shapes, listen to letter sounds, and blend words independently with instant reinforcement.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in our room when it's time for technology centers is pure magic. My students are especially thrilled by the read-along stories and interactive phonics games where they can touch words to hear them spoken aloud. This feature has been a game-changer for our English Language Learners and emerging readers, who gain immense confidence by self-correcting and exploring vocabulary at their own pace without hesitation.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my young learners a joyful, accessible bridge into foundational reading. Thank you for investing in our classroom and fueling a lifelong love for learning!","fullyFundedDate":1778183399584,"projectUrl":"project/leap-into-literacy-powering-up-our-read/10086344/","projectTitle":"Leap into Literacy! Powering Up Our Reading Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Franklin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7793893_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x177,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664376129451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7793893"},{"teacherId":7793893,"projectId":10392851,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our kindergarten classroom! The addition of markers, Play-Doh, crayons, and paintbrushes has elevated our daily instruction by allowing students to turn imaginative ideas into real artwork and hands-on projects. Thanks to Disney's generosity, I was able to incorporate multi-sensory art activities directly into our literacy and science lessons, helping my young learners develop key fine-motor control, storytelling skills, and creative problem-solving skills in a fun, accessible way.","fullyFundedDate":1785165719214,"projectUrl":"project/creation-and-imagination-in-kindergarten/10392851/","projectTitle":"Creation and Imagination in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Franklin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7793893_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x177,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664376129451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7793893"},{"teacherId":1028018,"projectId":10247332,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Your support means more than you probably realize. Every donation helps us create a classroom where students have the materials, resources, and opportunities they need to be successful.\r\n\r\nAs an educator, I want my students to know that there are people beyond the walls of our school who believe in them and want to see them succeed. Your generosity helps make that possible. The items you helped provide will be put to good use and will directly support our students throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nThank you for choosing to invest in our students and our classroom. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and support. It truly takes a community to help students thrive, and we are so thankful that you chose to be a part of ours!","fullyFundedDate":1778262164646,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-headphones/10247332/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dixon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1028018_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525809659161","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dixonja"},{"teacherId":3823054,"projectId":7697100,"letterContent":"Thank you for the wonderful opportunity to teach my students through a fun source of technology! These virtual reality tools are an exciting way for my students to get excited about learning. My students are from low-income families and do not often get the opportunity to put their hands on expensive technology outside of Chromebooks.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited to see these and love using them. One of them even said, \"This is my dream!\"\r\n\r\nThank you again. You are so generous! I hope you have a wonderful day and know you are appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1692477369529,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-the-world-through-virtual-real/7697100/","projectTitle":"Exploring the World through Virtual Reality","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wallace","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3823054_orig.jpg?crop=411,411,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741286576251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christa-wallace"},{"teacherId":9202292,"projectId":9935349,"letterContent":"What an amazing experience my students had in the library building scenes from stories using the DonorsChoose Legos! There was such excitement with every class as they constructed their book scenes. Their creative abilities reached new heights with this project! \r\n\r\nIt was tremendous fun for the students to work with Legos in the library. I will use the blocks to enhance my literary lessons, instilling into the students books can, indeed, come alive!\r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your contribution to my DonorsChoose project. Your donation to purchase Legos enables me to present another way to make the library interesting for my students.\r\n\r\nI will use the Legos throughout the school year with other literary lessons. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768421624257,"projectUrl":"project/turn-hamiltons-students-into-hamilton-p/9935349/","projectTitle":"Turn Hamilton’s Students into Hamilton Puppeteers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nixon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9202292_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693231492601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9202292"},{"teacherId":7793893,"projectId":9745711,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and making this project possible. Because of your generosity, my students now have the tools they need to learn, practice, and grow with confidence every single day.\r\n\r\nThe clipboards you provided have given students the flexibility to work anywhere in the classroom—on the floor, in small groups, or while moving between learning stations. This has encouraged independence and helped students stay engaged during lessons and activities.\r\n\r\nThe sight word games and Expo markers have transformed literacy practice into something exciting and interactive. Students are building reading confidence as they play, write, erase, and try again without fear of making mistakes. These hands-on materials have been especially powerful for developing early reading skills and reinforcing daily learning in a fun, meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThe standing desk has been a wonderful addition for students who learn best when they can move. It has improved focus, reduced restlessness, and given students a choice in how they work—helping them take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nChart paper and copy paper are essentials that support everything we do. From modeling lessons and brainstorming ideas together to providing practice sheets and creative projects, these materials ensure that learning continues smoothly every day.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is more engaging, flexible, and student-centered. Your kindness has made a direct and lasting impact on my students' learning experience, and I am deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1766171928775,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-minds-inspiring-hearts/9745711/","projectTitle":"Engaging Minds, Inspiring Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Franklin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7793893_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x177,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664376129451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7793893"},{"teacherId":8496285,"projectId":9602969,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing new chess materials for our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to high-quality chess boards, pieces, and learning tools that are helping them develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and perseverance in a fun and meaningful way. Your contribution has truly elevated our learning environment, and I am excited to share how your generosity is making an impact.\r\n\r\nWe are using the new chess materials during structured lessons, small-group activities, and enrichment time. One especially memorable moment occurred during a recent lesson on planning ahead and thinking strategically. Students worked in pairs, setting up their boards and carefully discussing each move before making it. I watched as they explained their reasoning using chess vocabulary, predicted their opponent's next move, and adjusted their strategies accordingly. One student proudly announced, \"I lost, but I know what I'll do differently next time,\" which perfectly captured the growth mindset chess encourages. These materials have allowed students to slow down, think deeply, and learn from both success and mistakes.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the chess materials, their excitement was immediate. As we opened the boxes, students gathered around, eager to touch the pieces and set up the boards. Some students who had never played chess before were instantly curious, while others who already knew the basics were thrilled to have their own materials to practice with. I heard comments like, \"I've always wanted to learn chess,\" and \"This makes me feel like I'm in a real chess club.\" The sense of excitement and pride carried over into our lessons, and students have remained highly engaged ever since.\r\n\r\nBy supporting this project, you were given a small glimpse into our classroom, and I want you to know that your donation has made a lasting difference. Chess has become more than just a game for my students—it is a tool for building patience, focus, and respectful competition. Students are learning how to win with humility, lose with grace, and support one another as they learn. These are skills that extend far beyond the chessboard.\r\n\r\nOur next steps include deepening students' understanding of chess strategies and applying their skills in new ways. Students will continue learning advanced moves, analyzing games, and participating in friendly classroom tournaments. We are also working on connecting chess concepts to classroom learning, such as problem-solving in math and goal-setting in social-emotional lessons. These chess materials will continue to support our students as they grow into confident, thoughtful learners.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our students and investing in their growth. Your generosity has opened the door to new opportunities and meaningful learning experiences that will benefit my students for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1758833019150,"projectUrl":"project/mindful-moves/9602969/","projectTitle":"Mindful Moves","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hudgins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8496285_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692295042470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8496285"},{"teacherId":8496285,"projectId":9603448,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to new resources that are already transforming how they learn, engage, and collaborate each day. Your kindness has made a lasting impact, and I am excited to share how your donation is being used and the difference it has made for my students.\r\n\r\nWe are using the new resources daily to strengthen hands-on learning and deepen understanding across our lessons. One of the most meaningful moments happened during a recent classroom activity when students worked together using the materials to explore new concepts in a more interactive way. Instead of simply listening or watching, students were actively involved—touching, discussing, testing ideas, and explaining their thinking to one another. I watched students who are usually hesitant raise their hands with confidence, eager to share what they had discovered. The resources helped turn abstract ideas into something concrete and accessible, allowing every learner to participate and succeed.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement in the classroom was immediate and contagious. Students gathered around as we opened the boxes, their faces lighting up with curiosity and anticipation. They asked thoughtful questions, eagerly examined each item, and could not wait to begin using them. One student said, \"This feels like real learning,\" while another proudly told me they couldn't wait to show their family what they were working on at school. That sense of ownership and enthusiasm has continued as the materials have become part of our daily routine.\r\n\r\nBy supporting this project, you received a small glimpse into our classroom, and I want you to know that your contribution has gone far beyond providing supplies. It has helped create meaningful learning experiences and inspired students to take risks, problem-solve, and work collaboratively. The confidence I see in my students is one of the greatest outcomes of your generosity.\r\n\r\nOur next steps involve building on this momentum. Students will continue using these resources as we move into upcoming lessons that require deeper thinking, teamwork, and creativity. They will apply what they have learned to new projects, reflect on their progress, and challenge themselves to grow even more. These materials will remain an essential part of our classroom for years to come, supporting future lessons and future students as well.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and investing in their education. Your generosity has truly made a difference, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1758818523842,"projectUrl":"project/inviting-environment/9603448/","projectTitle":"Inviting Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hudgins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8496285_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692295042470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8496285"},{"teacherId":8458319,"projectId":9659253,"letterContent":"The students were so excited to get these new books. They were immediately engrossed in them and especially the ones that had the activities as they learned about their Great American. Some of them even prefer to being called by their Great American name!\r\nAs they prepare for the program, they continue learning about the other Great Americans - not just their own. Acting out their character impacts each student and they learn how to put these Great Americans in a timeline of events. \r\nThank you to those who donated!","fullyFundedDate":1757092094865,"projectUrl":"project/great-americans-come-to-school/9659253/","projectTitle":"Great Americans Come To School!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8458319"},{"teacherId":262332,"projectId":9309302,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students by funding this project. The tree cushions add a nice aesthetic appeal to the classroom learning space. Students love relaxing on the soft, cozy cushions while reading independently and with their peers.\r\n\r\nThe tree cookies look very nice in the classroom and create a warm, natural environment for learning.\r\nThanks so much for supporting my students and valuing their learning.\r\nNot only are you providing us with great resources to inspire learning, but you are also sending a message that people care about their comfort, learning and achievements.","fullyFundedDate":1756747588987,"projectUrl":"project/her-hardest-hue-to-hold/9309302/","projectTitle":"Her Hardest Hue to Hold","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Newberry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp262332_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1511117829703","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michell-newberry"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_87413","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":302,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":10,"percentIndigenous":4,"percentLatinx":64,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":8,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"8.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":43.1,"schoolId":87413,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hamilton Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Hamilton Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/tulsa-public-schools/bryant-elementary-school/87413"}