{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hilltop Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9870997,"projectId":9215933,"letterContent":"The donated snacks made a huge impact on my students. They were incredibly excited and grateful when they received them, and many immediately started asking who had donated such a thoughtful gift because they wanted to say thank you. Seeing their excitement and appreciation was truly heartwarming. These snacks have also been especially helpful for students who arrive late to school and miss breakfast. Having snacks available has allowed me to make sure those students still have something to eat so they can focus, participate, and feel comfortable throughout the school day. It has made a meaningful difference in supporting both their well-being and their ability to learn successfully in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746785639541,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-recharge/9215933/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Recharge","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cuellar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9870997_orig.jpg?crop=860,861,x0,y312&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745884744079","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9870997"},{"teacherId":9870997,"projectId":9214979,"letterContent":"My students and I are using the donated cleaning supplies every day to help keep our classroom clean, organized, and healthy. One thing that has been especially meaningful is how many students choose to stay in during recess just to help clean our classroom. They love helping disinfect tables, wipe down shared materials, and even use the vacuum to clean the carpet and other areas of the classroom. It has become a special way for them to show pride and responsibility for our shared learning space. One specific moment that stood out was after a hands-on science and planting activity. Students worked together to quickly sanitize tables, sweep up soil, and vacuum the carpet so our classroom was clean and ready for the next lesson. It was wonderful to see them work as a team and take ownership of caring for our classroom.\r\n\r\n\r\nMy students were very excited and thankful when they saw the new cleaning supplies arrive. Many of them immediately asked if they could help organize the materials and were eager to put them to use. They felt proud knowing we had the tools needed to keep our classroom clean and safe. Several students even commented that the classroom felt fresher and looked nicer after we used the supplies together. Their excitement showed how much they value having a clean, welcoming space to learn in.\r\n\r\n\r\nOur next steps are continuing hands-on learning activities that require students to collaborate, create, and explore while also learning responsibility for their environment. We are currently working on plant research and opinion writing projects where students are learning what plants need to survive and writing about ways to protect them. The donated cleaning supplies will continue supporting these projects by helping us safely manage messy activities, shared classroom tools, and daily cleanup routines. Having these resources allows students to focus more on learning while also building responsibility, teamwork, and pride in taking care of their classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1746785960526,"projectUrl":"project/class-class-its-time-to-clean-up/9214979/","projectTitle":"Class, Class! It's Time to Clean Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cuellar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9870997_orig.jpg?crop=860,861,x0,y312&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745884744079","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9870997"},{"teacherId":9870997,"projectId":9235328,"letterContent":"My students have been incredibly excited and grateful for all of the donated materials and snacks we have received. They are always so curious and constantly ask who the donors are because they want to thank them personally. Even though they may not fully understand how much these donations help, I can truly see the gratitude on their little faces every day. They have also done an amazing job taking care of the materials and treating them with respect.\r\nArt has become one of our main focuses on Fridays, and the students have absolutely been loving it. Thanks to the donated supplies, I now have a variety of tools and materials to use during our Free Choice Fridays, which has made learning more creative, engaging, and exciting for students. One of our favorite projects was a wild and endangered animals project where students used YouTube and classroom resources to research and learn how to draw their chosen animal. They then created posters using the wide variety of art supplies that were donated. The students were so proud of their work, and it gave them the opportunity to combine research, creativity, writing, and art all in one activity.\r\nI have also been able to use educational games, like the Pop game, during intervention groups, and the students have so much fun while learning. These games help keep students engaged and motivated while practicing important academic skills in a positive environment.","fullyFundedDate":1745846910511,"projectUrl":"project/time-to-dive-into-hands-on-activities/9235328/","projectTitle":"Time to Dive into Hands-On Activities!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cuellar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9870997_orig.jpg?crop=860,861,x0,y312&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745884744079","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9870997"},{"teacherId":3255887,"projectId":9688030,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your support of my classroom. With the funds provided by this project, I have been able to hand out granola bars to hungry kids whenever they ask for them, and offer lip balm when their lips are dry and peeling. These essential basics have helped put students in the best position to learn at school.\r\n\r\nThe kids have been especially excited about being able to choose from multiple different kinds of granola bars. So far, the strawberry nutrigrain bars have been the crowd favorite. The kids have also favored the cherry lip balm over the unflavored one, which is not terribly surprising :). Thanks again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1762653988894,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-and-other-basics/9688030/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks and Other Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sundquist","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3255887_orig.jpg?crop=779,779,x66,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662491103479","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3255887"},{"teacherId":9082261,"projectId":9403874,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing a sensory table for our classroom. Your kindness has already made a meaningful impact on my students and our learning environment.\r\n\r\nMy students are curious, joyful, and eager to learn, each bringing unique strengths and needs into our inclusive dual language classroom. Because of your support, we now have a space where all students, especially those with sensory processing challenges, can engage in hands-on, calming activities that help them self-regulate, focus, and fully participate in learning.\r\n\r\nThe sensory table has become an essential tool in our daily routine. Students use it to develop fine motor skills, practice cooperation and turn-taking, and express themselves through play. It has also helped students regulate their emotions, which has led to improved attention, smoother transitions, and a more positive classroom atmosphere overall.\r\n\r\nIn our dual language classroom, the sensory table has also supported language development in both English and Spanish. As students explore textures and materials, they naturally engage in conversations, build vocabulary, and practice communication in meaningful, authentic ways. Learning has become more engaging, accessible, and inclusive for everyone.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a classroom where every child feels safe, supported, and ready to learn regardless of their abilities or background. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping us grow together. We are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1759251509536,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-supports-for-all-learners-in-our/9403874/","projectTitle":"Sensory Supports for All Learners in Our Inclusive Language Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gladys Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9082261_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722373455396","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9082261"},{"teacherId":9718087,"projectId":9166099,"letterContent":"Your generous donations have helped my students access their education in a new and wonderful way. I have been able to give students the organizational and sensory tools that they need to succeed this year. Students have given me big smiles when I've provided them with the items that you generously donated. Thank you again, from all of us here at Hilltop Elementary! We truly appreciate your generosity and kindness helping us have the best year that we possibly can. Thank you again from all of us!","fullyFundedDate":1749804278594,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-special-education-classroom/9166099/","projectTitle":"Help Our Special Education Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wyss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9718087"},{"teacherId":9082261,"projectId":9049439,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous support in funding my classroom project. Thanks to you, my students now have their very own mailboxes and book containers, and the impact has already been incredible. These simple yet powerful tools have transformed our classroom into a space where each child feels valued, capable, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nThe mailboxes have given my students a sense of ownership and responsibility as they check for assignments, notes, and special surprises. It's such a joy to watch their faces light up as they discover what's inside. The book containers, meanwhile, have sparked a newfound enthusiasm for reading. My students love selecting their favorite stories, organizing them in their own bins, and sharing discoveries with their classmates. These small routines are helping them build organizational skills, independence, and a true love for learning that I know will last far beyond this school year.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made this possible, and I am deeply grateful for your belief in my students and their potential. With your support, you've not only provided resources, you've given my students confidence, joy, and the tools to see themselves as lifelong learners.","fullyFundedDate":1742862182026,"projectUrl":"project/independent-scholars/9049439/","projectTitle":"Independent Scholars!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gladys Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9082261_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722373455396","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9082261"},{"teacherId":9082261,"projectId":9292169,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support of my classroom project. This year, I have grown so much as a teacher by learning how to create meaningful environments and provide the right tools for my students, and your donation has made that possible.\r\n\r\nThe flexible seating you helped provide has been a game changer for my wiggly learners. It allows them to focus in ways that feel natural to their bodies and gives me the chance to spend more time teaching skills like handwriting instead of managing restlessness. The larger pencils have also made an incredible difference, helping my students build stronger grips and learn the proper way to form letters, while also lasting through their eager hands.\r\n\r\nYour support for essential materials, such as glue, laminating pouches, and cardstock, ensures that the instructional tools I create are durable and engaging. Laminated resources and sturdy cardstock help my students, especially those with fine motor challenges, grasp and interact with materials more effectively. These small changes have had a big impact, giving my students greater confidence and independence in their learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my classroom is a place where students feel capable and supported in every task. Thank you for investing not just in supplies, but in the growth and success of each child.","fullyFundedDate":1746635880715,"projectUrl":"project/we-all-belong-all-inclusive-is-the-way/9292169/","projectTitle":"We All Belong! All Inclusive Is the Way to Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gladys Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9082261_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722373455396","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9082261"},{"teacherId":2904251,"projectId":8555253,"letterContent":"I would like to thank your generosity. I was able to provide my students with a variety of healthy snacks, access to math manipulatives, dry erase markers, erasers and white boards. Students truly enjoyed using the white boards for whole class instruction, small group work in both literacy and math; but most importantly they enjoyed interacting with the white boards in a fun and engaging way while drawing themed pictures about themselves to share and connect with peers. These opportunities were made possible by your generosity, and I truly appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1731529465855,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/8555253/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Duarte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2904251"},{"teacherId":2558181,"projectId":9015581,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for supporting my project. The students absolutely love the large, brightly colored scooters. They have added an exciting and engaging element to our physical education classes, allowing for more variety in movement and activity within the gym. The scooters have quickly become a favorite among the students and have significantly enhanced their enthusiasm for participating in class.\r\n\r\nThe addition of these scooters has been a true asset to my physical education program. I have been able to incorporate new skills and creative activities that promote physical fitness in a fun and dynamic way. The students are getting a great deal of exercise while using the scooters, particularly benefiting from cardio and lower body workouts. Because they are having so much fun, they often don't even realize how much physical activity they are doing during these sessions.\r\n\r\nOne of the most popular games we play is called \"Hospital.\" In this activity, the scooters are used as ambulances. When a student is 'out,' they sit and wait to be picked up by an 'ambulance driver' who carefully pulls them to the designated hospital area. After performing 10 jumping jacks, they are released and allowed to rejoin the game. This creative use of the scooters has added both excitement and movement to our lessons. Once again, I truly appreciate your generous support of my project","fullyFundedDate":1742862181497,"projectUrl":"project/scooters-for-pe-class/9015581/","projectTitle":"Scooters for PE Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hanson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2558181_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525303618392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2558181"},{"teacherId":5485182,"projectId":7846719,"letterContent":"We've started using the new resources right away, and they've already made a huge impact! I restocked our personal care cabinet where students have independence to grab what they need for themselves.\r\n\r\nTheir faces absolutely lit up! There were excited gasps and lots of questions — \"Is this for us?\" \"Can we use it today?\" Several students even asked to stay in during recess to explore the materials more and help me put them away. It was such a joyful and motivating moment.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue to talk about the importance of self-care by taking care of our mind just like we take care of our physical bodies.","fullyFundedDate":1699886861649,"projectUrl":"project/feel-good-learn-more/7846719/","projectTitle":"Feel Good, Learn More","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cordoba","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5485182_orig.jpg?crop=1355,1355,x115,y240&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752433491991","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-cordoba"},{"teacherId":5485182,"projectId":7846628,"letterContent":"The new books are helping us build foundational literacy skills—like making inferences, identifying main ideas, and analyzing characters' motivations—all while fostering a deep love for reading. We use these texts to teach strategies like questioning while reading, using context clues to determine meaning, and connecting themes across texts. Each book provides opportunities for students to think critically, engage in discussion, and see themselves or others reflected in the stories.\r\n\r\nReading time in our classroom is a mix of whole-group read-alouds, small-group guided reading, and independent reading. During read-alouds, we pause often to model thinking aloud, ask questions, and encourage discussion. In small groups, we focus on targeted skills using leveled texts, and students have a chance to talk through their ideas and build fluency. During independent reading, students curl up with books of their own choosing, practicing everything we've been learning at their own pace.\r\n\r\nI have a student who is an English language learner, has been gravitating toward some of the beautifully illustrated texts, which help him connect words and meaning through pictures. 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