{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Graham Hill Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2913015,"projectId":9975478,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring these new books to our library! Your generosity has given students access to engaging, current titles that support both a love of reading and important literacy skills.\r\n\r\nThese books help students enjoy reading and learning about others while connecting with their own experiences. They also introduce students to diverse characters, perspectives, and topics that spark curiosity and encourage empathy.\r\n\r\nReading in our library looks different for every student. Some students curl up with a favorite series during independent reading time, while others eagerly browse the shelves to discover new interests. Many students enjoy discussing books with friends, sharing recommendations, and exploring topics they want to learn more about.\r\n\r\nThe new books have been especially exciting for students who previously struggled to find titles that matched their interests or reading levels. Seeing students rush to check out a book they've been waiting for or return asking for the next book in a series has been wonderful. These books are helping students see themselves as readers and building enthusiasm for reading throughout our school.","fullyFundedDate":1772648223512,"projectUrl":"project/new-books-for-a-new-year/9975478/","projectTitle":"New Books for a New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2913015"},{"teacherId":1603201,"projectId":9864821,"letterContent":"Our students are thrilled to earn little prizes with their awards for showing expected behavior at school. Fun bouncy balls, cute squishies, dazzling pencils are just the little push some students need to stop, think, and make a kind, safe, responsible choice. Thank you for filling our prize bin to allow students joyful motivating options when they are awarded with a whole school spout out by their teacher. Your support does not go unnoticed and fills us with joy. Small actions like these make big, lasting, impact. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1772648222540,"projectUrl":"project/motivational-prizes-for-all-students-sho/9864821/","projectTitle":"Motivational Prizes for All Students Showing the Graham Hill Way","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Doyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1603201_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538025618383","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1603201"},{"teacherId":2681135,"projectId":9915828,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your care and generosity towards my students. The students I work with span a wide spectrum of grades, academic abilities, cultural backgrounds, and sensibilities filling each day full with rich experiences and challenges. Students often come to me feeling shut down, incapable of learning, and on the wrong side of being success with school behaviors. So as we work on whatever reading and math skills they may need to catch, we are also working on building confidence and seeing ourselves as the positive and wonderful contributing members of society that we are. \r\n\r\nAll this to say, we often need a little help along the way and that's where your generosity comes into play. Students get snacks and treats for achieving goals and also just for fun. They often keep us going when we are struggling and help us feel like we can make it through. Thanks so much for being a big part of our day.","fullyFundedDate":1770746059383,"projectUrl":"project/motivation-boost/9915828/","projectTitle":"Motivation Boost!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bedell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2681135_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y309&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667671428613","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2681135"},{"teacherId":7398217,"projectId":10005898,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your contributions, we were able to provide wobble stools and adaptive \"chair feet\" for our students—and the impact has been incredible.\r\n\r\nThe chair feet, in particular, have worked even better than we anticipated. Students love them just as much as the wobble stools, and they've been an excellent, more cost-effective way to expand flexible seating options in our room.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, about half of our class is now using adaptive seating that truly meets their individual needs. We've seen a noticeable difference—students are more focused, better regulated, calmer during lessons, and, just as importantly, more comfortable throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWe feel so grateful to be part of a school community supported by such a thoughtful and generous neighborhood. Your willingness to invest in our students makes a meaningful difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1770746059094,"projectUrl":"project/wobble-stools-and-noise-canceling-headph/10005898/","projectTitle":"Wobble Stools and Noise Canceling Headphones for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wallen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7398217"},{"teacherId":1603201,"projectId":9478056,"letterContent":"So many of us know the harshness a buzzing overhead fluorescent light can have on us. This project has addressed this by creating a calm, sweet, colorful, comfortable environment for my students. Thank you all for making this possible! A happy mindfully cool classroom is an environment teachers and students can thrive! My students love taking a seat on an individual cushion for our mindfulness lessons, and for getting cozy with a book. We are all so comfortable because of your generosity! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1758834524505,"projectUrl":"project/calm-cool-lights-to-create-calm-cool/9478056/","projectTitle":"Calm, Cool, Lights to Create Calm, Cool, Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Doyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1603201_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538025618383","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1603201"},{"teacherId":6751818,"projectId":9462544,"letterContent":"Thank you for believing in our interest of reading! This project will impact around 45 kids this year. Our students have done an awesome job expanding their interest of books and this has had a direct influence on that. By getting sets of books, students are now able to interact with one another and for cool relationships.\r\n\r\nWe have a high need for new books in our library and this is perfect! In addition, we have Reading Buddies with other classes to share books. I've noticed student-to-students conversations centered around the book they are reading has definitely increase. See children enjoying reading brings joy to my heart. So once again, thank from our entire class!","fullyFundedDate":1761580716598,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-more-books-and-technology-to-ou/9462544/","projectTitle":"Bringing More Books and Technology to Our Classroom Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sebrown"},{"teacherId":9985111,"projectId":9658005,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Empowering Student Speakers with Mics and Clocks! Your donation has made an immediate impact in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe are using the microphones and clocks during student small group work time and independent work time. Students can be heard clearly, and the clocks help them manage their time while focusing on their work.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the equipment, they were excited and eager to use it. Several students who are usually shy were proud to speak into the microphone and share their ideas.\r\n\r\nStudents will use these tools for ongoing circle time activities. And independent work time. Thanks to you, they are building confidence and learning how to speak clearly and responsibly in front of others.","fullyFundedDate":1757122669820,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-student-speakers-with-mics-an/9658005/","projectTitle":"Empowering Student Speakers with Mics and Clocks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Guo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9985111"},{"teacherId":2913015,"projectId":9849677,"letterContent":"Thank you for our new color printer! I'm using it to create signs, labels, and displays that keep our library organized and easy for students to use. Colored pictures are included on most book bins now, which makes the library more accessible to even our youngest readers.\r\n\r\nStudents are already enjoying the clearer, colorful labels and signs—they help them find books and resources more easily. The printer also allows me to make the library more inviting and engaging for all learners.\r\n\r\nYour gift has made a big difference in creating a welcoming, organized space for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1761580716662,"projectUrl":"project/color-printer-to-make-signs-and-labels-i/9849677/","projectTitle":"Color Printer to Make Signs and Labels in the library.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2913015"},{"teacherId":2913015,"projectId":9844257,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of science and technology books for our library. These new texts are helping students build important reading skills such as using nonfiction text features, learning new vocabulary, and understanding how science and technology work in the real world.\r\n\r\nReading in our library is curious, focused, and exciting. Students enjoy choosing books, reading independently or with a partner, and sharing fascinating facts and discoveries they find. The new books have sparked questions, conversations, and a lot of enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nMany students are especially enjoying these books. Students who love experiments, how-things-work topics, and real-world problem solving are drawn to them, and even reluctant readers are eager to explore the pictures and facts.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our students' curiosity and love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1761580716774,"projectUrl":"project/a-love-of-science-and-technology/9844257/","projectTitle":"A love of science and technology!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2913015"},{"teacherId":2913015,"projectId":9844209,"letterContent":"The money you donated helped to buy new nonfiction religion books. Students now see themselves in the books on our shelves and the books help students practice important reading skills such as using text features, finding key information, and asking thoughtful questions. They also support lessons in respect and understanding different cultures and beliefs.\r\n\r\nReading in our library is calm, curious, and engaging. Students browse independently, read quietly (sometimes), and enjoy sharing interesting facts they discover. The new books have added excitement and meaningful conversations to our reading time.\r\n\r\nMany students are especially enjoying these books. Some are happy to see traditions they recognize, while others love learning about beliefs that are new to them. The books have sparked curiosity and helped students feel connected to the world around them.","fullyFundedDate":1761580716719,"projectUrl":"project/non-fiction-religion-books/9844209/","projectTitle":"Non-Fiction Religion Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2913015"},{"teacherId":2913015,"projectId":9705785,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating money for our library to purchase book bins. Because of you, our library is neat, colorful, and much easier for students to use.\r\n\r\nWe are using the bins to sort books by topic and series so students can quickly find books they love. One special moment was watching a student proudly choose a bin, find a book right away, and say, \"This makes reading easier!\" The bins help our young readers feel confident and independent.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the bins, they were so excited. They loved helping organize the books and noticed how inviting the library looked. Many students spent extra time looking for books and were eager to start reading.\r\n\r\nNext, students will keep using the bins during library time as they practice choosing \"just right\" books, returning books neatly, and exploring new genres. These bins will help our elementary readers spend more time reading and less time searching.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a library our students love.","fullyFundedDate":1760778842718,"projectUrl":"project/nonfiction-book-access-and-organization/9705785/","projectTitle":"Nonfiction Book Access and Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2913015"},{"teacherId":7398217,"projectId":9788316,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution that made it possible for our 4th grade class to receive a year-long subscription to Time for Kids. Your support has already had a meaningful impact on our students' learning and excitement for reading. Having regular access to high-quality nonfiction texts has strengthened students' reading comprehension while expanding their understanding of current events and scientific discoveries happening in the world around them. One student was especially thrilled to read an article about a newly discovered dinosaur with hooves, sparking rich conversations, curiosity, and further research during class.\r\n\r\nThe magazines have also helped students make real-world connections to what they are learning in school. Several students were fascinated by articles discussing retirement of the penny by the U.S. Mint, leading to thoughtful discussions about economics, history, and change over time. Academically, Time for Kids has been invaluable in helping students practice reading nonfiction by navigating important text features such as captions, labels, charts, and photographs. These skills are essential for academic success across all subjects. We are deeply grateful for your support and for investing in our students' education and love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1760658876577,"projectUrl":"project/opening-windows-to-the-world-time-for-k/9788316/","projectTitle":"Opening Windows to the World: Time for Kids Grade 4","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wallen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7398217"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_36004","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":266,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":62,"percentAsian":16,"percentBlack":20,"percentWhite":26,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":23,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":13,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"9.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":77.2,"schoolId":36004,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Graham Hill Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Graham Hill Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/washington/district-one-seattle-public-schools/graham-hill-elementary-school/36004"}