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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hiram W Dodd Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8159916,"projectId":9925732,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project focused on representation. Your kindness and generosity have made a meaningful difference for our students, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nIn a classroom, it is important for every child to feel seen, valued, and included. Because of your donation, our students now have access to materials that reflect a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds, families, and experiences. Representation helps children understand that their stories matter and that the world is made up of many unique and wonderful people. When students see themselves reflected in books, images, and learning materials, it builds confidence and a sense of belonging. At the same time, it allows them to learn about people whose lives may be different from their own, encouraging empathy, curiosity, and respect.\r\n\r\nYour generosity will allow our classroom to grow a collection of resources that celebrates diversity and inclusion. These materials will spark important conversations, inspire thoughtful questions, and help students develop a deeper understanding of the world around them. In first grade especially, students are naturally curious and eager to learn about others. The resources you helped provide will support meaningful discussions and help our students practice kindness, acceptance, and appreciation for differences.\r\n\r\nWe are already seeing how excited students are to explore new books and materials. They love discovering characters, families, and traditions that broaden their understanding of the world. These experiences help build strong readers, thoughtful thinkers, and compassionate classmates. The impact of these resources goes far beyond academics; they help shape the way students see themselves and how they treat others.\r\n\r\nYour support also reminds our students that there are people beyond our classroom who care deeply about their learning and growth. Knowing that others believe in them and want to invest in their education is powerful. It shows them that kindness and generosity can make a real difference in the lives of others.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our entire class, thank you for believing in the importance of representation and inclusive learning. Your contribution helps create a classroom environment where every student feels welcomed, respected, and empowered to be themselves. We are so thankful for your support and for the role you have played in helping our students learn, grow, and celebrate the diversity that makes our world so special.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create opportunities that will continue to benefit our students throughout the year. We are truly grateful for your kindness and for being a part of our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1765338123684,"projectUrl":"project/lets-empower-first-graders-through-repr/9925732/","projectTitle":"Let's Empower First Graders Through Representation!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8159916"},{"teacherId":10212200,"projectId":9908562,"letterContent":"The winter break is often a time of joy, but for many of our students, it brings the \"holiday hunger gap\"—the weeks where they lose access to the consistent meals provided during the school day. This year, because of your incredible generosity, that gap was filled.\r\n\r\nWe are so proud to share that your contributions allowed us to assemble and distribute over 100 food bags to our students before they headed home for the break.\r\n\r\nThese bags were more than just groceries; they provided peace of mind for families and ensured that our students could return to school healthy, nourished, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our staff, our families, and especially our students—thank you for being such a vital part of our community.","fullyFundedDate":1763996404019,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-hunger-gap-feeding-our-families/9908562/","projectTitle":"Holiday Hunger Gap: Feeding our Families During Holiday Break","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Paul","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10212200"},{"teacherId":8191410,"projectId":9607960,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously providing a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card for teacher-created materials for our students. Your time, effort, and expertise are evident in the quality and thoughtfulness of the resources you have provided. Having access to materials designed by educators who truly understand classroom needs makes a meaningful difference in supporting student learning.\r\n\r\nYour willingness to collaborate and contribute not only enriches instruction but also strengthens our professional community. These materials allow my students to practice functional skills, such as learning how to make pretend sandwiches, filling hot chocolate orders, and properly categorizing items to where they belong. \r\n\r\nPlease know how deeply your contribution is appreciated. The impact of your work extends far beyond the pages you've created—it supports student growth, encourages academic confidence, and fosters a love of learning. Thank you again for your generosity and commitment to educational excellence.","fullyFundedDate":1758546567331,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-students-with-fresh-high-quali/9607960/","projectTitle":"Engaging Students with Fresh, High-Quality Resources from Teachers Pay Teachers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scherman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8191410_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663465469861","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8191410"},{"teacherId":6497361,"projectId":9591464,"letterContent":",\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation of a printer to our classroom! Your kindness and support make a meaningful difference in the daily learning experiences of my students. Having access to a reliable printer allows me to create engaging materials, provide individualized resources, and better support each child's academic growth.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is even more prepared to learn, explore, and succeed. My students and I are incredibly grateful for your investment in their education and for helping to create opportunities that inspire a love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1763604180063,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-printer-for-big-learning/9591464/","projectTitle":"A Little Printer for Big Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Styles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6497361_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1560776521653","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6497361"},{"teacherId":1727858,"projectId":10023472,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our school-wide Care Closet is now a reliable resource staff use daily to meet students' basic needs. When a student needs clean clothing, hygiene items, or warm accessories, we can respond immediately and discreetly, helping them stay in school and return to learning without disruption.\r\n\r\nI know that knowing there is a safe place to go when they need support has helped students feel more comfortable, confident and loved! The Care Closet will continue to support students and families throughout the year by removing barriers to learning and building trust. Because of you, our students know they are cared for and can learn with dignity, comfort, and confidence. Thank you!!","fullyFundedDate":1768707089147,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-students-with-care-warmth-a/10023472/","projectTitle":"Supporting Students With Care, Warmth, And Dignity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Galusha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1727858_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514993211258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lindsaygalusha"},{"teacherId":688083,"projectId":9857940,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and families at Dodd, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous support of our Fueling Futures program. Your contribution is helping provide essential, non-perishable food kits to approximately 200 of our most vulnerable families during Thanksgiving and Winter break, ensuring that no child in our school goes hungry when the cafeteria doors are closed.\r\n\r\nOur students are incredible—bright, hardworking, and eager to learn. For many, the meals they receive at school are a vital lifeline. By supporting Fueling Futures, you are doing more than providing food; you are giving children stability, peace of mind, and the ability to return to school nourished, focused, and ready to thrive. Your generosity also eases family stress, allowing parents and guardians to spend quality time with their children without worrying about how to fill their bellies.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our students can continue to grow, learn, and flourish, knowing that their community cares about their well-being. We are deeply grateful for your partnership in supporting both the academic and personal success of our children.","fullyFundedDate":1763498202539,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-futures-food-for-kids-during-ho/9857940/","projectTitle":"Fueling Futures: Food for Kids During Holiday Breaks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cope","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/688083"},{"teacherId":688083,"projectId":9857904,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of the ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ community, our school has been able to provide Holiday Food Bags that make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and their families. For many of our children, the meals they receive at school are their most reliable source of daily nutrition. When school is not in session, especially during extended breaks like Winter or Spring Break, access to food can become uncertain. ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ donations have helped bridge this gap, ensuring students have nutritious, non-perishable food to take home and easing the stress families often face during these times.\r\n\r\nThese donations do more than provide food—they support the whole child. The sturdy, reusable bags make it safe and dignified for students to transport food home while allowing our school community to continue offering support beyond the classroom. By meeting students' most basic need, we help them return to school healthy, focused, and ready to learn. Because of ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ supporters, our students are able to maintain the progress they make during the school year and feel cared for even when the school doors are closed.","fullyFundedDate":1762812545824,"projectUrl":"project/feeding-little-minds/9857904/","projectTitle":"Feeding Little Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cope","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/688083"},{"teacherId":6620688,"projectId":9848285,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of bubbles and bubble machines for our classroom. Many of my students experience big emotions throughout the day, and these simple tools have already made a powerful impact. We use the bubbles as a calming strategy, especially during recess and outdoor breaks. One special moment that stands out is watching students take deep breaths while blowing bubbles, visibly relaxing and smiling as they focus on the gentle movement. What starts as fun quickly turns into a meaningful way for students to regulate their emotions.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the bubbles and machines, their excitement was immediate! They cheered, smiled, and could not wait to try them. Recess has become even more joyful, and students are learning how blowing bubbles slowly and carefully helps calm their bodies and minds. For many students, especially those with high emotions, this has become a positive and healthy coping strategy they look forward to using.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, the next steps for my students include connecting this calming activity to our social-emotional learning lessons. We are practicing identifying feelings, choosing appropriate coping tools, and reflecting on what helps us calm down and refocus. Your donation has given my students not only a fun recess activity, but also a lifelong strategy for managing emotions. Thank you for giving our classroom a little extra calm, joy, and support.","fullyFundedDate":1761676147231,"projectUrl":"project/bubbles-bubbles-whos-got-bubbles/9848285/","projectTitle":"Bubbles, Bubbles! Who's Got Bubbles!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Solderich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6620688_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650313613696","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6620688"},{"teacherId":6620688,"projectId":9851001,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom cool down corner. Your support has made a meaningful difference for my students, many of whom experience big emotions throughout the school day. We are using the new fidgets and calming tools during designated cool-down times and when students begin to feel overwhelmed. One powerful moment I've already seen is students independently choosing a fidget, taking deep breaths, and returning to learning before their emotions escalate into behaviors. These tools are helping them build self-regulation skills in a safe and supportive way.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were so excited and curious! They carefully explored each item and were eager to learn how to use them responsibly. We spent time modeling and practicing how the fidgets are tools—not toys—and how they can help calm our bodies and minds. The sense of ownership and pride they felt was immediate, and many students shared how the items helped them feel more relaxed and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, the next steps for my students include continuing to practice emotional awareness and self-control as part of our daily routine. We are connecting the use of the cool down corner to our social-emotional learning lessons, where students identify feelings, practice coping strategies, and reflect on what helps them calm down. Your donation has given my students skills they will carry beyond the classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1761268144286,"projectUrl":"project/calming-fidgets-for-first-grade/9851001/","projectTitle":"Calming Fidgets for First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Solderich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6620688_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650313613696","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6620688"},{"teacherId":8159916,"projectId":9608662,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support for my project. The students love earning prizes! They were so excited when I showed them the different prizes that they can earn. The students can earn a prize by performing the best when doing our Heggerty program each day. The student is named our Heggerty Hero and given a certificate to take home along with a pick from our prize bin. The students love being Heggery Hero and always do their best in order to earn the honor. The students can also earn prizes by being our Secret Student for the day. \r\n\r\nThank you so much again for your support. It is very much appreciated it.","fullyFundedDate":1760733113617,"projectUrl":"project/positively-amazing-prizes/9608662/","projectTitle":"Positively Amazing Prizes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8159916"},{"teacherId":1727858,"projectId":9860854,"letterContent":"Because of your support, my students had the opportunity to help others and serve our school community in a truly meaningful way. Many of my students do not communicate with words, but they speak volumes through their warm smiles. I know they felt proud of themselves! \r\n\r\nTogether, my students helped me unpack the donated food items, carry them down to the gym, and carefully sort everything into food bags for families to take home over the holiday break. They were so excited to be part of something this important, and I was just as excited to document this powerful experience and share those moments with you. Thank you, truly, to our amazing classroom angels and donors, for making this opportunity possible and for helping my students grow as caring, contributing members of our community.\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for giving my students the chance to grow as people and as members of our community. I hope they carry this experience with them and continue to help others in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1762883928209,"projectUrl":"project/leading-with-kindness-a-food-drive-proj/9860854/","projectTitle":"Leading With Kindness: A Food Drive Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Galusha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1727858_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514993211258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lindsaygalusha"},{"teacherId":1727858,"projectId":9725657,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, my students now have accessible, engaging financial literacy materials that make real-world skills easier to understand. All of my learners need visual supports and hands-on practice, and these resources let me teach money recognition and making choices in ways that truly connect.\r\n\r\nThe activities feel exciting and familiar to them especially the \"shopping\" tasks where they count coins and decide what they want to buy for snack. Giving my students choices that are on their level is such a gift! Your generosity has given my students tools that build independence, academic growth, and real-life readiness. 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