{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hattie Dyer Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":21.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10010101,"projectId":9485343,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our 5th graders are learning math in an exciting new way! The non-permanent magnetic whiteboard spaces have transformed small group lessons and made thinking visible for everyone. Students use magnetic fraction bars to compare, build, and explain fractions together at their boards. I can easily see everyone's work around the room, which helps me guide discussions, give feedback, and celebrate those \"aha!\" moments. When the boards first went up, students were amazed—\"We get to write on the walls?!\". Now, every group collaborates, revises, and shares ideas with enthusiasm and confidence. Our next step is using these boards to explore area, perimeter, and geometry, where students will create and adjust shapes using the magnetic tools. Your support has truly turned our walls into spaces for creativity, problem-solving, and joyful learning. Thank you for helping our mathematicians shine!","fullyFundedDate":1754766393668,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-learning-spaces-whiteboards-as/9485343/","projectTitle":"Flexible Learning Spaces: Whiteboards as Non-Permanent Vertical Surfaces","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Kuehnert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10010101_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y586&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746205177222","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eloise-kuehnert"},{"teacherId":9916995,"projectId":9383381,"letterContent":"On behalf of our Pre-K classroom, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of learning toys and tools. Your kindness and support are making a meaningful difference in the lives of our youngest learners.\r\n\r\nThe new items have brought so much excitement and joy to our classroom. From hands-on manipulatives that help with fine motor skills to imaginative play tools that inspire creativity, each addition has enriched our learning environment in a wonderful way. It's incredible to see how engaged and eager the children are to explore, learn, and grow with these resources.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond just materials—it shows our students that their education matters and that there are people in the community who care about their growth and development.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity. We truly appreciate your investment in our students' early learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1748976936580,"projectUrl":"project/pre-k-needs-hands-on-experiences/9383381/","projectTitle":"Pre-K Needs Hands on Experiences","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cloud","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9916995"},{"teacherId":9917063,"projectId":9105295,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! Your support means so much and will make a big difference in creating a great learning environment for the students. We truly appreciate your kindness and help.\r\n\r\n The laminator and office decor was a hit but the students really love the full sized skeleton! Several classrooms have borrowed it to aid in their lessons on health and the human body. The skeleton is a great hands on experience for the students and will be a source of fun I am sure. Right now he is dressing for Halloween!\r\n\r\n Again, thank you for supporting our students and helping them to learn how to be healthy.","fullyFundedDate":1746062979476,"projectUrl":"project/educating-healthy-students/9105295/","projectTitle":"Educating Healthy Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9917063"},{"teacherId":9907424,"projectId":9147839,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our classroom. \r\n\r\nWe have been using the new resources in various ways, and I wanted to share a standout project with you. One specific project that has made a significant impact on my students was creating the Nobody Left Behind Club's float. This project not only engaged the students but also enhanced their learning experience as well as the community.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first laid their eyes on the new materials, their reactions were priceless. They were filled with excitement and curiosity, eager to explore and utilize these resources in their learning activities. It was truly rewarding to see their enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nYour contributions have given you a glimpse into our classroom, and I'm certain you would love to hear more about our progress. As we continue with our current lesson, the next steps for my students involve stopping violence and promoting kindness. I am confident that these resources will further enrich their learning journey.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for believing in our students and supporting our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1744726223236,"projectUrl":"project/be-a-buddy-not-a-bully/9147839/","projectTitle":"Be a Buddy, Not a Bully","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chandler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9907424_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x309,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743448453681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9907424"},{"teacherId":9995513,"projectId":9322221,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my Magnetic Minds and Organized Spaces project! Your generosity has provided both my students and me with resources that make our classroom more organized, engaging, and supportive of learning.\r\n\r\nWith your help, we received:\r\n\r\nMagnetic tiles and magnetic blocks that give my students a fun, creative, and educational activity—especially valuable on days when going outside for recess isn't possible.\r\n\r\nA 4-tier desk organizer and plastic drawer organizers for my teacher desk, which have helped me keep my materials in order and easy to find.\r\n\r\nBlack storage bins that make our cabinets neat and accessible, creating a clutter-free environment.\r\n\r\nThese items have truly made a difference. The organizational tools allow me to spend less time searching for supplies and more time focusing on my students' needs. The magnetic building sets have quickly become a favorite activity, encouraging creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration during indoor recess and free choice time.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has directly impacted our classroom in ways that will last all year long, and I am so thankful for your support.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1746704618524,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-minds-and-organized-spaces/9322221/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Minds and Organized Spaces","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9995513"},{"teacherId":9995513,"projectId":9579613,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support of my Bright Minds, Organized Spaces project. Your donations have already made such a positive impact on my classroom and my students' learning environment.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, we received:\r\n\r\nA standing water fish light sensory lamp and a smaller water sensory lamp that bring calm, focus, and a peaceful atmosphere to our classroom.\r\n\r\nThree-drawer plastic storage drawers, an extension cord, and a power outlet that help keep our supplies neatly organized and accessible.\r\n\r\nFolders that allowed me to create math folders for every student, giving them a place to store anchor charts and important resources.\r\n\r\nThese items have helped transform our classroom into a more organized, structured, and peaceful space where students feel comfortable and ready to learn. The sensory lamps, especially, have provided a calming environment that helps my students stay engaged and focused during lessons.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting difference, and I cannot thank you enough for believing in my students and supporting our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1755138655289,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-organized-spaces/9579613/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds, Organized Spaces","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9995513"},{"teacherId":9995513,"projectId":9315320,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my Building a Clean and Clutter-Free Classroom project! Your generosity has truly transformed our classroom into a more organized, functional, and welcoming learning space.\r\n\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, we now have:\r\n\r\nPlastic organizing drawers that neatly house my students' math and reflection journals. As well as their math folders.\r\n\r\nContainers that keep our math manipulatives and classroom supplies in order, making them easy to access and put away.\r\n\r\nPlenty of glue sticks, which we've already been using to secure notes in our math journals.\r\n\r\nA 15-drawer rolling cart that has helped me organize paper, stickers, and prints, keeping everything within reach for both myself and my students.\r\n\r\nThese resources have already made a huge difference. My students can quickly find what they need, our classroom feels cleaner and calmer, and I am able to focus more on teaching instead of managing clutter. Your kindness and support will continue to impact our learning environment every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1746470085014,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-clean-and-clutter-free-classr/9315320/","projectTitle":"Building a Clean and Clutter-Free Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9995513"},{"teacherId":10010101,"projectId":9346491,"letterContent":"Your support has made a profound impact on our learning environment by enabling us to create an organized and efficient space. Thanks to your contribution, we no longer have papers scattered on the floor, and all class copies are now stored in a centralized, easily accessible location.\r\n\r\nThis improvement has not only enhanced the classroom's appearance but also fostered a more focused and productive atmosphere for both students and teachers. Your kindness and commitment to education have truly made a meaningful difference in our daily classroom experience.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your invaluable support.","fullyFundedDate":1747510449892,"projectUrl":"project/organize-the-paper/9346491/","projectTitle":"Organize the Paper!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Kuehnert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10010101_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y586&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746205177222","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eloise-kuehnert"},{"teacherId":9908366,"projectId":9286967,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the microscope to our classroom. My students have been thrilled to explore the tiny world around them, especially enjoying observing snail eggs in incredible detail. This wonderful tool has opened up new avenues for curiosity and learning.\r\nWe look forward to using the microscope to examine a variety of substances like salt, sand, and fascinating objects from nature. Your support truly enriches our science experiences and inspires our budding scientists.","fullyFundedDate":1746464632106,"projectUrl":"project/microscopic-learning/9286967/","projectTitle":"Microscopic Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mays","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9908366"},{"teacherId":9908366,"projectId":9346267,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for the invaluable resource provided to our classroom of a Chromebook cart. It is an essential part of our daily learning environment. Having these devices consistently charged keep my students engaged with their studies, fostering a more interactive, efficient, and accessible educational experience.\r\nHaving a Chromebook charging cart in our classroom routine has been a game-changer for both teaching and learning. The ease with which students can access their charged Chromebooks facilitate a smooth and dynamic workflow that enhances student participation and engagement. \r\nOne of the most appreciated features of the Chromebook system in our classroom is the simplicity and efficiency of the checkout process. Students find it incredibly easy to locate, use, and return the devices. This ease of access removes barriers to technology use and encourages students to take responsibility for their learning tools. The clear organization and user-friendly system mean less time is spent on logistical hurdles and more time is devoted to meaningful learning activities. It's remarkable to see how quickly students adapt to the routine of borrowing and returning Chromebooks, demonstrating a level of accountability and respect for shared resources that positively impacts our classroom culture.\r\nMoreover, the consistency of having Chromebooks that are reliably charged each day has not gone unnoticed by the students. There is a tremendous sense of reassurance and readiness that comes with knowing the technology is always prepared for use. This reliability minimizes interruptions and technical frustrations, which can often detract from the learning process. Students feel more confident and independent when they do not have to worry about whether their device will power on or last through the lesson. It also allows me to plan lessons that seamlessly integrate technology without the need for backup plans or delays.\r\nThank you for recognizing the importance of technology in education and for providing the tools that empower both teachers and students. Your dedication to maintaining well-organized, accessible, and consistently charged Chromebooks make a significant difference in our classroom. It supports a positive learning environment where students are enthusiastic about using technology as a resource and feel supported in their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1748611075101,"projectUrl":"project/chromebook-charging-cart/9346267/","projectTitle":"Chromebook Charging Cart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mays","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9908366"},{"teacherId":8846532,"projectId":9379026,"letterContent":"We were faced this school year with equipping a prekindergarten \"Specials\" classroom with enriching, hands-on activities and learning manipulatives. \r\n\r\nWe designed the room to have 6-7 stations for our two prekindergarten classes, a total of 39 students. We designed the room to include an art center, a puppet/dollhouse center, a transportation center (cars and trucks), a STEAM center, a reading center, and a farm/little people center. And, we often added a teacher table center. \r\n\r\nWhile designing this room, we knew that we needed so many items in order to make it a success. The actual planning and ordering stage was so exciting and fun as a teacher! \r\n\r\nThis room has turned out so great and the students absolutely LOVE their time in the new \"Specials\" room. We are so grateful for the donors that helped make this classroom a reality for our students! We really can't thank them enough!","fullyFundedDate":1752249930857,"projectUrl":"project/prekindergarten-specials-classroom/9379026/","projectTitle":"Prekindergarten Specials Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8846532_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668714507029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8846532"},{"teacherId":8846532,"projectId":9276176,"letterContent":"Our prekindergarten classroom was in need of several large pieces to help keep the items organized for our \"center time\" areas. With the help of our donor's funds, we were able to order two nice pieces (a storage unit for the \"home center\" and a stacked bookcase for our \"reading nook\". \r\n\r\nThese items have helped keep our center time areas more organized and it is now much easier for the students to clean up and put away the items. They have learned that there is a designated place for all the items in each center station. \r\n\r\nThank you again for helping to improve our classroom and helping our students to learn and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1745691250851,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-prek-with-needed-tools/9276176/","projectTitle":"Equipping PreK With Needed Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8846532_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668714507029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8846532"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_11024","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":374,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":43,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":53,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":39,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"2 - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":78.7,"schoolId":11024,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hattie Dyer Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Hattie Dyer Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/krum-independent-school-district/hattie-dyer-primary-school/11024"}