{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Horn Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":29.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5912498,"projectId":9490497,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving our class new books! We were so excited when they arrived — it felt like opening a treasure chest full of stories waiting to be discovered.\r\n\r\nWe've loved diving into the books you helped us get. Some of us have found new favorite authors, others are reading more than ever before, and we all enjoy sharing what we're reading with each other. Your generosity has made reading fun and something we really look forward to every day!\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is full of imagination, laughter, and curiosity. Thank you for believing in us and helping us fall in love with reading.\r\n\r\nWith lots of gratitude,\r\nMs. Vázquez's Class\r\n\r\nStudent Reflections:\r\n\r\n🐶 \"I love reading Dog Man! It makes me laugh so much, and now I want to make my own comics too!\" — Eli, 3rd Grade\r\n\r\n💥 \"Captain Underpants is so funny! I didn't think books could be this cool.\" — Sofia, 3rd Grade\r\n\r\n📖 \"Before we got these books, I didn't read that much. Now I read every day because the stories are awesome!\" — Jayden, 3rd Grade\r\n\r\n✨ \"My favorite part is when we all read together and laugh at the funny parts. Thank you for the best books ever!\" — Luna, 3rd Grade\r\n\r\n💬 \"These books make reading fun! I want to read all the Dog Man books now.\" — Mateo, 3rd Grade\r\n\r\nTeacher Reflection:\r\n\r\nIt has been such a joy watching my students fall in love with reading. When the Dog Man and Captain Underpants books arrived, the excitement in the room was contagious — students couldn't wait to open the boxes and dive right in.\r\n\r\nNow, our reading time is filled with laughter, curiosity, and creativity. Many of my students have started writing and illustrating their own mini comic books because they were inspired by these stories! Seeing them so eager to read — and to share what they've discovered — has been one of the best parts of our school year.\r\n\r\nThank you again for giving my students the gift of reading. Your generosity has made a real difference in their confidence, joy, and love for books.","fullyFundedDate":1754238186405,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-our-class-library/9490497/","projectTitle":"Books for our Class Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vazquez Medina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5912498_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753922799594","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5912498"},{"teacherId":9892974,"projectId":9410921,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible generosity you showed through your donation to our classroom project. Thanks to your support, my students were able to experience resources and opportunities that truly transformed not only their learning but also their confidence, curiosity, and excitement about coming to school each day.\r\n\r\nWhen I first envisioned this project, I hoped it would provide my students with the tools they needed to thrive academically and socially. What I could not have imagined was the depth of joy and motivation it would bring into our classroom. The items funded through your donation have gone far beyond meeting a practical need—they have created an environment where every child feels seen, supported, and inspired to learn.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful impacts has been watching my students' faces light up the moment they engaged with the new materials. From the very first day, I saw children who were once hesitant or shy suddenly become eager to participate. The project allowed them to explore concepts in hands-on ways, giving each student a chance to succeed regardless of their background or learning style. This shift has been powerful: students who once doubted themselves are now raising their hands, asking questions, and proudly sharing their ideas with classmates.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your gift has fostered a sense of belonging and community. The project encouraged collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving—skills that will benefit my students for years to come. I have witnessed students supporting one another in new ways, building friendships and learning to celebrate each other's strengths. This positive classroom culture is a direct result of the opportunities you made possible.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, resources like these are not something they would typically have access to at home. Your generosity has not only enriched their learning experience but also shown them that there are people in the world who believe in their potential. That message alone—that someone cares enough to invest in their future—has given them confidence and hope that cannot be measured by test scores or grades.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, your support has been equally meaningful to me. Knowing that there are donors who share my belief in the importance of education gives me strength and encouragement on difficult days. Your kindness reminds me that I am not alone in this mission, and that together we are building brighter futures for children who deserve every chance to succeed.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your contribution is making a lasting impact. The lessons my students learned with these resources will continue to ripple outward, shaping not only their academic growth but also their sense of self-worth and determination. Every time they use these materials, they are reminded of the generosity and care of people like you.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in us. You have given my students more than supplies—you have given them opportunities, memories, and the confidence to dream bigger. Your support is a gift that will stay with them long after this school year ends.","fullyFundedDate":1752708423948,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-brighter-future-with-the-righ/9410921/","projectTitle":"Building a Brighter Future With the Right Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9892974_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736732538043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsreyes0204"},{"teacherId":9038204,"projectId":9342007,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your incredible generosity in helping bring these valuable materials to our classroom. Your support is already having a meaningful impact on our students' daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nThe Headphones have opened up new opportunities for individualized learning. Students are now able to focus during reading, language, and learning programs without distractions, creating a more inclusive and engaging learning environment for everyone.\r\n\r\n\r\nOur new Plastic Clipboards are giving students the freedom to learn beyond their desks—whether they're working in small groups, reading on the carpet, or taking learning outdoors. It's fostering independence and flexibility in how they engage with their work.\r\n\r\nThe CGBE Adhesive Hooks have helped us organize classroom materials in creative and space-saving ways. From hanging student supplies to displaying learning visuals, they're making our classroom more functional and student-friendly.\r\n\r\nLastly, the Mini Dry Erase Board Erasers are a perfect addition to our small-group and whole-class whiteboard work. Their bright colors and fun design keep students motivated and ready to participate during every lesson.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, our learning space is more organized, interactive, and tailored to meet our students' needs. Your kindness is helping us create a classroom where every student feels empowered and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1752671583831,"projectUrl":"project/donate-today-inspire-tomorrow-equip-ou/9342007/","projectTitle":"Donate Today, Inspire Tomorrow: Equip Our Kids' Learning Stations!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9038204"},{"teacherId":9038204,"projectId":9126349,"letterContent":"I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity to share how these materials will make a lasting, positive impact in our classroom.\r\n\r\nEach item selected has a specific purpose in enhancing learning, promoting organization, and supporting student engagement. The rotating art supply organizers will help keep our writing and art materials accessible and neat, encouraging independence and teamwork during group activities. Students will be able to grab what they need quickly, allowing more time for creativity and collaboration.\r\n\r\nThe bulk set of colored pencils will ensure that every student has access to a wide range of colors for class projects, art integration, and personal expression. With enough for everyone, students won't have to wait or go without, making our classroom a more equitable and inclusive space.\r\n\r\nThe Spanish syllable pocket chart will be a key visual tool for our emerging readers. It will allow them to interact with language in a tactile way—building and breaking apart words, exploring phonics, and growing in their literacy skills, all while engaging with their native or second language.\r\n\r\nThe math puzzle cards will support hands-on learning in addition and subtraction. They're perfect for small groups or math centers and help reinforce key concepts through play and self-directed practice, especially for students who benefit from visual and kinesthetic learning.\r\n\r\nEssential supplies like pencils, erasers, and glue sticks may seem simple, but they are the foundation of daily learning activities. Having an ample supply ensures that no child is left out or held back due to lack of materials.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom will be more organized, vibrant, and engaging. You're not just donating supplies—you're investing in student confidence, creativity, and success.","fullyFundedDate":1746785422666,"projectUrl":"project/helping-hands-game-on-for-supplies/9126349/","projectTitle":"Helping Hands: Game On for Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9038204"},{"teacherId":7852003,"projectId":9258264,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generous donation. With the Teachers Pay Teachers gift card, I have been able to go to the website and purchase valuable resources to use in Special Education Counseling with my students. \r\n\r\nI was given a new challenge this year of working with students who only speak Spanish. Thankfully, I was able to purchase resources in Spanish to help assist these students! I was very anxious about this task, but your donation has made my life (and my student's) much easier!\r\n\r\nI especially like the Self Esteem and Emotional Regulation workbooks. They make teaching these skills a bit easier and make it more meaningful for my students.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1746811900377,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-fun/9258264/","projectTitle":"Mental Health Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davenport","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7852003_orig.jpg?crop=1006,1006,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701869913783","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7852003"},{"teacherId":7852003,"projectId":9239441,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for the amazing books for counseling! The most popular one is the Feelings and Friendship Hot Dogs. It has 3 workbooks and comes with a special pen that students can use to choose the correct answer to questions about feelings, building character, and friendships. They love that this set is interactive and makes sounds.\r\n\r\nMy students and I also really enjoy \"A Little Spot's Anger Shield.\" I have some other books in this series and the plushies that go with them, so it works out perfectly! It's a very cute story about how anger hides other emotions. This helps my students learn that anger is a secondary emotion that often hides other primary emotions. \r\n\r\nOverall, I love all of the books very much! I'm glad that I was able to get books to use for all ages-Elementary through High School. Your generosity truly means the world to my students and me. Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1746487539979,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-learning-books/9239441/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Learning Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davenport","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7852003_orig.jpg?crop=1006,1006,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701869913783","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7852003"},{"teacherId":9585582,"projectId":9007461,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. My students are grateful for the new supplies. It has helped them to practice a lot on their math skills. It has improved their multiplication and division skills, with all of the practice that they are able to do on their boards. \r\n\r\nMy classroom is looking good with the new supplies and the students love the brans new boards, markers, and erasers. Thank you for collaborating with me and making my students learning environment so much better. With the new materials they are eager to show their strategies and learn. \r\n\r\nThank you again for you generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1735614219234,"projectUrl":"project/multiplication-and-division/9007461/","projectTitle":"Multiplication and Division","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Compean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9585582_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734292262437","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9585582"},{"teacherId":9585582,"projectId":8485361,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donations. My students have been able to use the baskets daily as they have their dry erase markers and their eraser at their fingertips. It has made our classroom to run in a more efficient manner. As my students work in whole group on the carpet it makes their materials much easier to get to.\r\n\r\nThe color paper has been a great asset to my students as they get their multiplication facts on the paper that they are able to find easier.\r\n\r\nThe white board has been great for my small groups. I am able to show the math strategies as we work together. \r\n\r\nThank you again for the great gifts for my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1723663443798,"projectUrl":"project/learning-is-an-adventure/8485361/","projectTitle":"Learning is an Adventure!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Compean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9585582_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734292262437","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9585582"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_8369","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":690,"numTeachers":74,"percentFrplEligible":94,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":86,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"9.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":70.6,"schoolId":8369,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Horn Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Horn Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/alief-independent-school-district/horn-elementary-school/8369"}