In-School Programs
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About In-School Programs
HAWS offers a handful of in-school programming to provide unique experiences to students. From SEL, reading practice, and animal care lessons, our HAWS team is always ready to lead your students in an exciting, memorable experience. When approved by the school, HAWS staff is happy to bring an animal ambassador to programming as well!
To request a school program please click the button by the program and fill out the form.
*Grant funding may be available to support in-school programs based on need.
Hannah’s Haven
Grant Funding Available | Grades 1st-5th
Throughout the semester, up to 10 teacher-identified students will participate in weekly 20-minute reading sessions with trained HAWS staff—right in your school. Designed for students needing extra support, this program focuses on building reading fluency, comprehension, and confidence through individualized attention.
Each student begins with reading materials at their current level, with content carefully selected to match their needs and gradually increase in complexity as their skills grow. Hannah’s Haven provides a positive, low-pressure environment where students are encouraged, supported, and motivated to succeed—making it a valuable supplement to your literacy curriculum.
Hannah’s Haven often has grant funding available, so there is no cost to the school. Reach out to [email protected] to inquire further.
Highlights:
- Targeted Literacy Support: Up to 10 teacher-identified students receive weekly one-on-one reading sessions to build fluency and comprehension.
- Personalized & Progressive: Students are met at their current reading level and advance at their own personal pace to build skill and confidence.
- Boosts Confidence & Engagement: A low-stress, supportive environment helps struggling readers develop a love for reading.
Kindhearted Kids
Grand Funding Available | Grades 1st-5th
Kindhearted Kids is a social-emotional learning (SEL) program developed by Two by Two Character Development and facilitated by HAWS for grades 1-5. Through five engaging one-hour sessions led by a HAWS Humane Educator, students explore essential life skills including self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.
The program focuses on core character values such as kindness, responsibility, respect, empathy, and citizenship. Students participate in interactive activities using stuffed animal companions to practice these values in meaningful ways while learning how to apply them in their everyday lives.
For four of the five sessions, students are joined by HAWS Animal Ambassadors, creating memorable, hands-on experiences that bring lessons to life. By connecting social-emotional learning with humane education, Kindhearted Kids helps students build positive relationships, strengthen character, and develop skills that will benefit them for years to come.
This program aligns with both CASEL competencies and ASCA standards. Kindhearted kids often has grant funding available, so there is no cost to the school. Reach out to [email protected] to inquire further.
Highlights:
- Build Character Through Compassion: Explore core values including kindness, empathy, respect, responsibility, and citizenship.
- Learn with Animal Ambassadors: Meet and learn with animal ambassadors for four visits to create a more memorable and engaging lesson!
- Standard Aligned Learning: Supports CASEL competencies and ASCA standards
Career/High Interest Day
$75 half day OR $150 full day | All grades
Looking for a meaningful addition to your next school event? Invite a HAWS humane educator to engage your students with an interactive lesson on the responsibilities, special care, and costs involved in adopting a pet. This program helps students develop empathy and understand what it truly takes to provide a loving, lifelong home for an animal.
Highlights:
- Responsible Pet Ownership: Students learn what it really takes to care for a pet- from daily needs to long-term costs and responsibilities.
- Interactive and Age Appropriate: Lead by a trained HAWS humane educator who connects with students through stories, visuals, and discussions.
- Real-Life Relevance: Helps students and families make informed, compassionate choices about pet ownership.
Paws and Learn (A Visit with HAWS)
$50/visit | All grades
Invite a HAWS humane educator to spend an engaging hour with your students, sharing the mission of HAWS and educating them about the important work we do to support animals and the community. This interactive visit helps students understand animal welfare and advocacy in a meaningful way.
To make the experience even more memorable, an animal ambassador can join the visit upon request—giving students a chance to meet and connect with a friendly animal.
Highlights:
- Meet HAWS: A humane educator from HAWS visits your classroom to share our mission and the many ways we help animals and people in the community.
- Community Connection: Students learn how HAWS advocates for animals, supports pet owners, and makes a difference in the community.
- Inspires Compassion and Awareness: Encourages students to think about how they can help animals and support their community.
- Optional Animal Ambassador Visit: By request, a friendly animal ambassador can join the visit to engage and inspire your students.