{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hatley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1528657,"projectId":10499475,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our school's shared library! Thanks to your donations, we now have a room divider that allows us to create an additional learning space within our library. This simple addition makes a big difference, helping us transform a shared space into a more flexible and functional environment where multiple groups of students can learn and grow at the same time.\r\nOur new divider will allow our PACE teacher and other educators to work with students in a dedicated area while the rest of the library continues to serve our school community. By creating a visual separation between learning spaces, we can help minimize distractions, provide students with a more focused environment, and make better use of the space we already have. It's a wonderful way to ensure that more students and teachers have access to the learning environments they need!\r\nYour generosity is helping us make our library an even more welcoming and versatile space for our entire school. This divider will benefit students and teachers across multiple grade levels and programs for years to come. Thank you for helping us create more opportunities for collaboration, creativity, and meaningful learning throughout our school!","fullyFundedDate":1787438034486,"projectUrl":"project/a-classroom-within-our-library/10499475/","projectTitle":"A Classroom Within Our Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laura Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1528657_orig.jpg?crop=686,686,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605118675812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lwalsh"},{"teacherId":1528657,"projectId":10312236,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our artists! Thanks to your donations, each student will have a sketch pad to explore new techniques, practice important art concepts, and document their creative journey throughout the school year. These sketch pads will give our students a dedicated space to experiment, develop their ideas, and build confidence in their artistic abilities.\r\nThroughout the year, our kiddos will use their sketch pads to learn and practice concepts such as line, shape, color, shading, perspective, and composition. Their sketch pads will also serve as personal art portfolios, allowing students to look back at their earlier work, reflect on what they've learned, and see how much they've grown as artists. Having all their work in one place will help them understand that creating art is a process filled with exploration, practice, and discovery.\r\nYour generosity is giving our students more than just a place to draw. You're providing them with a tool to develop their creativity, celebrate their progress, and take pride in their accomplishments. Thank you for investing in our young artists and helping them build a collection of artwork that showcases their learning, imagination, and artistic growth!","fullyFundedDate":1786542231968,"projectUrl":"project/sketch-think-create/10312236/","projectTitle":"Sketch, Think, Create","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laura Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1528657_orig.jpg?crop=686,686,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605118675812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lwalsh"},{"teacherId":1528657,"projectId":10149239,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our art classroom! Thanks to your donations, our young artists now have a fresh supply of pencils labeled specifically for our art room. While pencils may seem like a small thing, they are one of the most important tools we use every single day. Whether students are sketching, planning their next masterpiece, or practicing new techniques, having pencils readily available means we can spend more time creating and less time searching for supplies!\r\nOur new labeled pencils also help students practice responsibility and take ownership of our shared classroom materials. Because each pencil is clearly marked as belonging to our art room, students know exactly where it belongs when they finish using it. This simple system helps us keep our supplies organized, reduces the number of pencils that wander away, and ensures that every student has the tools they need to be successful.\r\nYour generosity is helping us create an art room where students can focus on learning, experimenting, and expressing their creativity. These pencils will be used by hundreds of young artists throughout the school year, and your support makes it possible for us to spend more of our classroom resources on exciting art experiences. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us keep creativity flowing, one pencil at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1778227140333,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-for-the-art-room/10149239/","projectTitle":"Pencils for the Art Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laura Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1528657_orig.jpg?crop=686,686,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605118675812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lwalsh"},{"teacherId":1528657,"projectId":10412911,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our music classroom! Thanks to your donations, we now have shelves that make our classroom instruments more organized, accessible, and ready for students to use. Having a dedicated space for our instruments allows students to independently gather the materials they need, giving us more time to focus on what matters most: making music!\r\nOne of my goals as a music teacher is to create a classroom where students feel confident, capable, and responsible for their own learning. These shelves will help students develop independence as they select their instruments, care for our classroom materials, and return everything to its proper place. They also make it easier for us to transition between activities, giving our young musicians more opportunities to explore, create, and perform.\r\nYour generosity is helping us build a music classroom that truly belongs to our students. These shelves will serve hundreds of young musicians for years to come, making our instruments more accessible and encouraging students to take ownership of their musical experiences. Thank you for helping us create a classroom filled with music, independence, and creativity!","fullyFundedDate":1785329497758,"projectUrl":"project/little-musicians-big-independence/10412911/","projectTitle":"Little Musicians, Big Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laura Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1528657_orig.jpg?crop=686,686,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605118675812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lwalsh"},{"teacherId":1528657,"projectId":10386964,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our new hallway art displays! Thanks to your donations, we now have beautiful triangle display panels that allow us to showcase our students' creativity and transform our school hallways into a colorful art gallery. These displays give our young artists the opportunity to see their hard work celebrated and shared with our entire school community.\r\nThere is something incredibly special about watching students discover their artwork hanging in the hallway. The pride and excitement on their faces remind me just how important it is to give children opportunities to feel recognized for their creativity. Our new displays will allow us to rotate artwork throughout the year, celebrate artists from every grade level, and brighten our hallways with the incredible things our students create.\r\nYour generosity has helped us turn ordinary school hallways into spaces that celebrate imagination, creativity, and student achievement. Thank you for helping our young artists feel proud of their work and for giving our entire school community the opportunity to enjoy their talents for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1785083910698,"projectUrl":"project/a-gallery-for-young-artists/10386964/","projectTitle":"A Gallery for Young Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laura Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1528657_orig.jpg?crop=686,686,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605118675812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lwalsh"},{"teacherId":1528657,"projectId":10313355,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping provide art supplies designed especially for our youngest artists! These materials will give my little learners more opportunities to explore color, texture, shape, and creativity in ways that are developmentally appropriate, engaging, and fun. For many of them, art class is one of the first places they get to experiment freely with new materials and discover just how much they are capable of creating.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps make those joyful, hands-on experiences possible. Because of you, my students will be able to build fine-motor skills, practice making creative choices, and experience the pride that comes from making something that is completely their own. Thank you for investing in their creativity and for helping me create an art room where even our littlest artists have the tools they need to imagine, explore, and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1784308090520,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-stories-for-little-artists/10313355/","projectTitle":"Colorful Stories for Little Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laura Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1528657_orig.jpg?crop=686,686,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605118675812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lwalsh"},{"teacherId":1528657,"projectId":10313324,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom art library! Your donations are helping me create a space where students can explore the wonderful connection between art and literature. These books will introduce my young artists to famous artists, different art styles, creative techniques, and stories that inspire them to see the world in new ways.\r\n\r\nAs an elementary art and music teacher, I love finding opportunities to nurture my students' creativity and curiosity. Our new art library will be a valuable resource for introducing new lessons, inspiring art projects, and giving students a chance to explore independently when they finish their work. Most importantly, it will help students discover that art is everywhere and that there are countless ways to express themselves.\r\nYour generosity will reach hundreds of young artists, not just this year, but for years to come. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in their imaginations, encouraging their love of learning, and helping me build a classroom where creativity can flourish!","fullyFundedDate":1784320662211,"projectUrl":"project/a-library-for-visual-literacy-and-creati/10313324/","projectTitle":"A Library for Visual Literacy and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laura Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1528657_orig.jpg?crop=686,686,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605118675812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lwalsh"},{"teacherId":10241661,"projectId":9682100,"letterContent":"This large speaker has quickly become more than just a piece of technology in our classroom—it's a powerful tool for engagement and motivation. By integrating music and sound into lessons, transitions, and celebrations, it helps create an energetic and positive learning environment that keeps students focused and excited to participate. Whether we're using it for brain breaks, reward systems, or to amplify student-led presentations, the speaker supports both academic and social-emotional learning. It has also allowed us to build a stronger sense of community across the grade level, especially when used as an incentive that encourages teamwork, positive behavior, and shared goals.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about this speaker is the way it transforms ordinary moments into memorable experiences. Simple rewards like earning a class dance break or hearing their favorite song after meeting a goal feel much more meaningful with high-quality sound filling the room. It has also played a big role in school-wide events like pep rallies, where it helps energize large groups and build school spirit. Students feel proud and motivated when they know their efforts contribute to these shared celebrations, and the speaker amplifies that excitement in a way that smaller devices simply can't match.\r\n\r\nIn particular, some of our quieter or more reserved students have really come out of their shells through the use of this technology. Music creates a comfortable and inclusive atmosphere where they feel more confident expressing themselves, whether that's participating in movement activities, sharing song choices, or engaging more actively with their peers. Additionally, students who thrive on routine and positive reinforcement have responded especially well, as the speaker helps clearly signal transitions and rewards in a consistent, engaging way. Overall, this technology has had a meaningful impact on student participation, confidence, and classroom culture.","fullyFundedDate":1760693793559,"projectUrl":"project/music-always/9682100/","projectTitle":"Music... 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These tools make it easier for children to express how they are feeling, especially when it can be hard to put those feelings into words. They help support conversations about emotions, empathy, and self-awareness in a way that feels safe and approachable for students. Thank you for supporting social-emotional learning, public education, and the students in my classroom. Your kindness truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1758636594224,"projectUrl":"project/tangible-emotions-for-elementary-kiddos/9413041/","projectTitle":"Tangible Emotions for Elementary Kiddos","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laura Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1528657_orig.jpg?crop=686,686,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605118675812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lwalsh"},{"teacherId":1528657,"projectId":9370285,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping make this project possible! 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