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Your generosity reminds us all of the power of community and care.\r\nThank you again for supporting our students and helping us create a nurturing and supportive environment for them.","fullyFundedDate":1764724863304,"projectUrl":"project/teacher-its-cold-outside/9934865/","projectTitle":"Teacher, It's Cold Outside!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Solis-Simental","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3415850_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452914380389","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/solissimemtal"},{"teacherId":3415850,"projectId":9934996,"letterContent":"On behalf of our Transitional Kindergarten (TK) class, I would like to extend our sincere gratitude for your generous donation of laminating sheets and for our EcoTank printer.\r\nYour support plays a vital role in our classroom each day. 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The giant stencil box will enhance our art time, allowing students to express themselves creatively while building fine motor and design skills. Mechanical pencils will provide reliable writing tools that help students stay focused on their work without interruptions, supporting daily writing, note-taking, and editing. Post-it notes will be used during close reading, brainstorming, peer feedback, and quick assessments, helping students actively engage with texts and share their thinking.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the stapler and tape dispenser will play an important role in keeping our classroom organized. These tools will help us efficiently assemble student work, prepare materials, and display learning, ensuring that our classroom runs smoothly and instructional time is maximized.\r\n\r\nYour support helps foster independence, collaboration, and a love of learning in our students. 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Rubber bands will help us keep center materials organized and easy to access, so students can transition smoothly and stay focused on learning. Sticky notes will be used for note-taking, text evidence, vocabulary practice, and exit tickets—giving every student a simple way to share their thinking. Mechanical pencils will support daily writing and also serve as motivational incentives that encourage students to participate fully and build confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and helping our classroom run smoothly. We truly appreciate your support and the impact you are making on student learning.","fullyFundedDate":1733286047545,"projectUrl":"project/office-supplies-for-our-classroom/8977141/","projectTitle":"Office Supplies for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aguilar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/479920"},{"teacherId":479920,"projectId":9973759,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project and helping our classroom start the Lunar New Year with renewal, focus, and fresh beginnings. Your generosity will make an immediate difference in our students' daily learning and well-being.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, we will have chart paper to create clear, student-friendly anchor charts that students can refer to during reading, writing, and math. These visuals help students stay engaged, build independence, and feel confident as they work.\r\n\r\nYour support also provides disinfecting wipes, which will help us keep our classroom clean and healthy—especially during the winter months. A cleaner classroom means fewer germs, fewer absences, and more time for learning.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and for investing in our students. Thank you for helping us begin the Lunar New Year prepared, healthy, and ready for success.","fullyFundedDate":1767042431372,"projectUrl":"project/year-of-the-horse-a-clean-start-for-stu/9973759/","projectTitle":"Year of the Horse: a Clean Start for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aguilar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/479920"},{"teacherId":230310,"projectId":9960267,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our project come to life! My students now have access to a variety of Chinese books and meaningful materials that have allow them to explore and celebrate a culture in a hands-on and engaging way.\r\n\r\nMy students are not only reading and learning about traditions, but also bringing them to life. From creating a classroom environment inspired by the Lunar New Year to using items like lanterns, red envelopes, and fortune cookies, they are experiencing culture in a way that is memorable and meaningful.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped build a classroom where diversity is respected, celebrated, and understood. These experiences are shaping our students into more open-minded and curious learners.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible and for investing in our students' learning and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1767973541114,"projectUrl":"project/lets-celebrate-the-lunar-new-year/9960267/","projectTitle":"Let's Celebrate the Lunar New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Munoz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp230310_orig.png?crop=295,295,x0,y121&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1561424488064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elsamunoz2012"},{"teacherId":230310,"projectId":9978255,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring our creative projects to life. 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We are truly grateful for your kindness and investment in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1767563663437,"projectUrl":"project/crafting-a-colorful-lunar-new-year/9978255/","projectTitle":"Crafting a Colorful Lunar New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Munoz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp230310_orig.png?crop=295,295,x0,y121&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1561424488064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elsamunoz2012"},{"teacherId":9842811,"projectId":9861953,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing headphones for my classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in my students' learning experience. 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Students immediately noticed the blankets, beanies, gloves, and other winter items, and there was a genuine sense of joy as they realized these items were for them. It was such a special moment to see their reactions and hear them talking about how they were going to use them at home.\r\n\r\nThe items have already made a meaningful impact. Students were able to take their winter essentials with them, and many shared how helpful they were during colder mornings and evenings. The hot cocoa and snacks added an extra layer of comfort and helped create small moments of warmth and community.\r\n\r\nMore than anything, this project helped create a strong sense of care and belonging in our classroom. 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My K–5 students are using these new financial literacy resources in hands-on lessons that make money concepts meaningful and engaging. Students have been budgeting, discussing needs versus wants, and participating in activities like a classroom \"store.\" When the materials arrived, students were immediately excited and eager to explore them, especially because they could connect the lessons to real-life experiences like saving allowance money or helping their families shop.\r\n\r\nNext, students will build on these skills through ongoing projects such as setting savings goals, tracking spending, and reflecting on their financial decisions. These resources are helping students develop confidence and responsibility with money while laying the foundation for lifelong financial skills. 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95th Street Elementary School is
a suburban public school
in Los Angeles, California that is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
It serves 749 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 17.4:1.
Its teachers have had 1,061 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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95%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
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95th Street Elementary School
$506,854
raised using DonorsChoose
1,061
projects
funded
87
teachers
funded
3,140
donors
88
projects
for
basic supplies
150
projects for
technology
62
projects for
books
98
projects
for
art supplies
95th Street Elementary School has received support from
2,302 individuals from California and
838 individuals out-of-state.