{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Alto Bonito Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":40.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10059865,"projectId":10077637,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and my students! Your generous donation provided us with headphones, books, pencils, and a pencil sharpener that we are able to use every day.\r\nThe headphones have been especially helpful during our computer and independent learning time, allowing students to focus and work at their own pace. The new books have given my students more opportunities to practice their reading skills and enjoy reading. Having pencils and a reliable sharpener also helps make sure my students have the supplies they need to be ready to learn each day.\r\nMy students were so excited to receive these new materials, and we are incredibly thankful for your support. These supplies have helped make our classroom a more prepared, engaging, and comfortable place to learn.\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping them have the tools they need to be successful!","fullyFundedDate":1778227248375,"projectUrl":"project/computer-headphones/10077637/","projectTitle":"Computer Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alaniz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10059865_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y100&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755644160038","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059865"},{"teacherId":9831750,"projectId":10264702,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have new resources that have made our classroom more engaging and supportive of their learning. We have been using these materials during our daily lessons, small-group instruction, and independent practice. My students were so excited when they first saw the new materials, and it was wonderful to see their enthusiasm as they began using them!\r\n\r\nThese resources are helping my students stay engaged, build confidence, and practice important reading and writing skills in meaningful ways. They especially enjoy having materials that make learning more interactive and accessible to them. Your support has helped me create a classroom environment where students are excited to participate and learn. The headphones were additionally supportive for our TELPAS exams. \r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, we will use these resources to strengthen our reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, and other essential skills. Thank you so much for investing in my students and our classroom. Your generosity truly makes a difference, and we are very grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1778783148637,"projectUrl":"project/student-focus-and-success/10264702/","projectTitle":"Student Focus and Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9831750_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756757947842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9831750"},{"teacherId":9306669,"projectId":9870585,"letterContent":"The headphones with microphones we received have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom. My students use technology regularly for digital lessons, instructional videos, math practice, and other learning activities. Having reliable headphones allows each student to listen carefully and work at their own pace without being distracted by the sounds from other devices. The microphones also give students opportunities to record responses and explain their thinking using their own voices.\r\n\r\nThese headphones have been especially helpful for our emergent bilingual students. Being able to hear directions, vocabulary, and explanations clearly, and replay them when needed, provides valuable support as they develop both their academic skills and their English language proficiency. The microphones also give them a way to practice speaking and expressing their ideas in a comfortable setting. I have seen how having these tools can help students feel more confident and independent because they can listen again, practice, and respond without feeling rushed.\r\n\r\nMy students were genuinely excited to receive the new headphones, and they quickly became an important part of our daily learning. They may seem like a simple classroom tool, but they help create a more focused and inclusive learning environment where all students can participate and succeed. Thank you for providing my students with something we truly needed. Your generosity is helping give every student, including our emergent bilingual learners, the tools and confidence they need to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1772308275022,"projectUrl":"project/hear-their-voices-watch-them-grow/9870585/","projectTitle":"Hear Their Voices, Watch Them Grow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9306669_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728044227820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9306669"},{"teacherId":9312093,"projectId":10264814,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have new resources that are making learning more engaging and exciting in our classroom. We are using these materials during our daily lessons, small-group instruction, and independent practice. Having the right resources available has helped my students participate more actively, practice important skills, and become more confident and independent learners.\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, they were so excited! Their smiles and enthusiasm were priceless. They could not wait to explore and use everything. It was wonderful to see how something as simple as receiving new classroom resources could create so much excitement about learning.\r\nOur next step is to continue incorporating these materials into our reading and literacy lessons. My students will use them to strengthen their reading, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension skills as we progress through the school year. I am excited to watch them continue to learn, grow, and build confidence.\r\nThank you for investing in my students and our classroom. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference and has helped create a learning environment where my students feel supported, motivated, and excited to learn. We are incredibly grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1779411901118,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-tools-for-calm-confident-lear/10264814/","projectTitle":"“Hands-On Tools for Calm, Confident Learning”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zarazua","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9312093_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1779226714617","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9312093"},{"teacherId":10052829,"projectId":10264705,"letterContent":",\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our \"Building Bright Minds Through STEM & Math\" project! Your generosity has given my students new hands-on materials that are making math practice more exciting and engaging.\r\n\r\nThe students were so excited when they first saw the new resources and could not wait to try them! We have already been using the addition and multiplication math machines to practice math facts in a fun, interactive way. Instead of simply completing problems on paper, students can press the math facts, think through their answers, and practice important skills while learning through play. The hands-on materials have also encouraged students to explore, stay focused, and learn alongside their classmates.\r\n\r\nOne of the best parts has been seeing students eager to take turns with the materials and challenge themselves with different math problems. These resources are helping students build fluency and confidence while showing them that learning math can be fun!\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue incorporating these materials into our math centers and small-group lessons. As students strengthen their addition and multiplication skills, they will use those skills to tackle more challenging problems and apply their learning in new ways.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a classroom where students can touch, explore, practice, and discover as they learn. Your support is helping us build bright minds and confident mathematicians, one hands-on experience at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1779275506414,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-minds-through-stem-mat/10264705/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Minds Through STEM & Math","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. K. Alanis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10052829_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750303984200","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10052829"},{"teacherId":10052829,"projectId":10192007,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, Hands-On STEM: Building, Creating, Learning! Your generosity has brought exciting hands-on learning opportunities into our classroom.\r\n\r\nMy students were thrilled when they saw the new STEM materials arrive. The magnetic blocks, construction chips, and STEM kits quickly became favorites during centers and engineering activities. Students have been building towers, creating designs, solving problems, and working together in ways that encourage creativity and critical thinking.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite moments was watching students collaborate to build strong structures and test their ideas. They showed perseverance, teamwork, and excitement as they improved their creations.\r\n\r\nThese materials will continue to support future STEM challenges and problem-solving activities throughout the year. Thank you for helping make learning more engaging, interactive, and fun for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1777978853281,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-stem-building-creating-learn/10192007/","projectTitle":"Hands-On STEM: Building, Creating, Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. K. Alanis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10052829_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750303984200","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10052829"},{"teacherId":10052829,"projectId":10079514,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of our project, *Essential Classroom Supplies for Success*, our classroom has been transformed into a more engaging, organized, and student-centered learning environment. When the supplies arrived, my students were immediately excited—especially when they saw the colorful headphones, new dry erase markers, and hands-on place value boards. One memorable moment was during math time, when students eagerly grabbed the write-and-wipe place value boards to solve problems together. What used to feel like a routine lesson quickly turned into an interactive and collaborative experience filled with enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nThese materials are now part of our daily learning. The headphones with microphones allow students to fully engage in computer-based activities without distractions, while the laminating sheets and printer paper help me create durable, reusable resources tailored to their needs. The dry erase markers, erasers, and boards are constantly in use for quick checks for understanding, small group work, and independent practice. Even organizational tools like binder rings have helped us keep learning materials accessible and organized. I've already seen a boost in student confidence, participation, and excitement toward learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue using these supplies for interactive math centers, writing activities, and technology-based lessons. Students are especially excited to use their materials for upcoming group projects and skill-building activities that encourage creativity and collaboration. Your generosity has made a lasting impact by giving my students the tools they need to succeed every day. Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping create a space where learning is active, engaging, and meaningful!","fullyFundedDate":1776127044639,"projectUrl":"project/essential-classroom-supplies-for-success/10079514/","projectTitle":"Essential Classroom Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. K. Alanis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10052829_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750303984200","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10052829"},{"teacherId":9316843,"projectId":9723918,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to headphones that are already making a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese headphones have greatly improved our ability to work on online tests and educational programs. With fewer distractions and clearer audio, students are able to better focus, follow instructions, and fully engage with the material. This has been especially helpful during testing, where concentration and understanding are so important.\r\n\r\nBeyond testing, the headphones are helping facilitate a more productive learning environment overall. Students can work independently at their own pace, revisit lessons as needed, and build confidence in their skills without interruption. It's wonderful to see them so engaged and empowered in their learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is directly impacting my students' success, and we are truly thankful for your support. You have helped create opportunities that will benefit them both now and in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1767756573708,"projectUrl":"project/resources-for-a-better-learning-experien/9723918/","projectTitle":"Resources for a Better Learning Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Melchor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9316843"},{"teacherId":9725780,"projectId":9870300,"letterContent":"Since receiving the dry-erase markers and erasers, my students have been using them daily during math lessons. Every student now has the tools they need to solve problems, show their thinking, and quickly erase and try again. One favorite activity is holding up their boards to share strategies with partners or the class, which has boosted participation and confidence.\r\n\r\n When the students first saw the new supplies, they were excited to have markers that actually worked and enough erasers for everyone. Their enthusiasm was immediate and made our lessons more engaging.\r\n\r\n Next, we are using these materials as we continue working on multi-step problem solving and explaining mathematical thinking. Thanks to our donors, my students are fully equipped to stay engaged, collaborate, and grow as confident mathematicians.","fullyFundedDate":1769391129128,"projectUrl":"project/math-in-action-fresh-markers-for-bright/9870300/","projectTitle":"Math in Action: Fresh Markers for Bright Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. E. 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The excitement on their faces when they correctly solved a problem or discovered a pattern in their fact families was priceless—they were so proud to show what they had learned!When the students first saw the materials, they couldn't wait to dive in. \r\nNext, our students are planning to create their own math stations where they will take on the role of teacher. \r\nThank you for helping us make this hands-on learning possible!","fullyFundedDate":1760693608354,"projectUrl":"project/double-divide-and-conquer/9747628/","projectTitle":"Double, Divide, and Conquer!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9298352_orig.jpg?crop=4284,4284,x0,y714&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761254746497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9298352"},{"teacherId":9306669,"projectId":9258901,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when the dry-erase boards, markers, and erasers arrived! 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