{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Annie Webb Blanton Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":42.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10104670,"projectId":10095160,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting The Sequel: Supplies in Line! Your generosity truly made a difference in our classroom in ways that we feel every single day.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, we were able to organize our supplies in a way that makes everything easier to find, use, and maintain. This has helped our classroom run more smoothly and has given our students more independence when working. We can also keep better track of their learning progress, which helps us support each child more intentionally.\r\n\r\nYour donation also helped us stay on top of important reminders, like permission slips for field trips and consent forms for our chick life cycle experiment...something our students were incredibly excited about! Having everything organized and visible has made a huge difference in keeping our classroom calm, prepared, and focused.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your support and the care you've shown for our students. You are part of our classroom story, and we are so grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1774963599475,"projectUrl":"project/the-sequel-supplies-in-line/10095160/","projectTitle":"The Sequel: Supplies in Line!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ortega Castro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10104670_orig.jpg?crop=1181,1181,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771045994004","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jortegac"},{"teacherId":10104670,"projectId":10135597,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project! Because of your generosity, we were able to create an engaging and interactive classroom environment for our students.\r\n\r\nWith the Patafix, we set up an ABC center where students can \"play teacher\" by sticking and moving letters on the wall. This has made letter learning fun, hands-on, and exciting. We also used glue sticks to attach magnets to student pictures, allowing them to participate independently in attendance and morning sign-in activities. These simple additions have made a big difference in building routines and confidence.\r\n\r\nOur students are more involved, excited, and eager to learn every day. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where learning sticks in the best way!","fullyFundedDate":1774963609907,"projectUrl":"project/sticking-wonders-everywhere/10135597/","projectTitle":"Sticking Wonders Everywhere!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ortega Castro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10104670_orig.jpg?crop=1181,1181,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771045994004","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jortegac"},{"teacherId":10104670,"projectId":10086365,"letterContent":"Your support truly came to life in our classroom! Because of your generosity, we were able to use every single supply to create meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that our students absolutely loved.\r\n\r\nDuring our literacy lessons, students brought letters to life in the most exciting ways. For example, when learning the letter Zz, students created their own \"zombies\" using paint, turning a simple lesson into a fun and memorable experience.\r\n\r\nWe also used the materials during our insect unit, where students created beautiful butterflies through art and crafts. These activities helped them understand concepts in a visual and hands-on way, making learning more meaningful and easier to remember. Additionally, students used the Do-A-Dot materials to decorate their crowns, giving them a sense of pride and ownership in their work.\r\n\r\nWhat made this project so special was seeing how excited and confident the students felt while using the materials. They were eager to participate, share their creations, and express their ideas. These resources didn't just support learning...they transformed our classroom into a space full of creativity, joy, and active engagement.\r\n\r\nThank you for making these moments possible and for supporting our students in such a meaningful way. Your generosity truly made a difference in their learning experience!","fullyFundedDate":1774963652854,"projectUrl":"project/pk-warriors-creativity-on-the-frontline/10086365/","projectTitle":"PK Warriors, Creativity on the Frontline","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ortega Castro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10104670_orig.jpg?crop=1181,1181,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771045994004","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jortegac"},{"teacherId":10104670,"projectId":10086251,"letterContent":"The addition of a printer has greatly improved our classroom efficiency and student learning. It allows us to maintain clear communication with families by sending home letters and updates regularly.\r\n\r\nIt also supports tracking student progress by providing materials for assessments and documentation, making it easier to monitor growth and respond to individual needs.\r\n\r\nIn the classroom, the printer enhances our learning centers. For example, during our fine motor unit on bugs, we printed line-tracing activities to help students develop control and coordination. We also use printed templates for daily name writing practice, reinforcing early literacy skills and consistency.\r\n\r\nOverall, the printer has made instruction more organized, engaging, and responsive to our students.","fullyFundedDate":1774963737356,"projectUrl":"project/printventures-awaits-in-pk/10086251/","projectTitle":"Printventures Awaits in PK","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ortega Castro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10104670_orig.jpg?crop=1181,1181,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771045994004","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jortegac"},{"teacherId":10104670,"projectId":10095281,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping make our PK3 Paper-Palooza Extravaganza a reality! With your generous donations of drawing paper, color paper, tissue paper, foam paper, cardstock, and watercolor paper, our classroom has truly become a Paper Wonderland where creativity, learning, and imagination come alive.\r\n\r\nWe're also incredibly proud of the special door decoration we created for Autism Awareness Month. Every piece reflects inclusion, empathy, and teamwork, showing the children the importance of celebrating differences while working together on something meaningful. It's a beautiful reminder that art can teach not only creativity but compassion as well.\r\n\r\nThis month, we've been putting our watercolor paper to great use! The children are exploring their new letter of the week, practicing shapes, colors, and fine motor skills, all while creating colorful art projects that make learning extra fun. Each brushstroke is a step in their journey of discovery, and your support allows them to experiment, explore, and express themselves freely.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us in PK3, thank you for helping us make this Paper Wonderland possible. Your support truly makes a difference in the lives of our young learners, and we are so grateful for your continued encouragement and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1772745525072,"projectUrl":"project/pks-paper-palooza-extravaganza/10095281/","projectTitle":"PK's Paper-Palooza Extravaganza!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ortega Castro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10104670_orig.jpg?crop=1181,1181,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771045994004","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jortegac"},{"teacherId":2399827,"projectId":9743093,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students now have headphones that allow them to stay focused while using their Chromebooks during reading time. Many of our lessons include online learning programs such as i-Ready and Reading A-Z. These programs help students practice important reading skills like phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension. With the headphones, students can clearly hear the instructions, stories, and practice activities without distractions, allowing them to stay more engaged and get the most out of their learning time.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students is being able to listen to stories and lessons while following along on the screen. Programs like i-Ready and Reading A-Z often read passages aloud and highlight the words as students read. This helps them build confidence, improve pronunciation, and better understand what they are reading. Students love putting on their headphones and diving into their learning, and it helps create a calm and focused environment in the classroom.\r\n\r\nSome students who previously struggled with reading or staying focused during independent work have really benefited from this technology. Hearing the text read aloud helps them follow along more easily and understand the material. It has been wonderful to see their excitement grow as they become more confident readers. Your support has made a meaningful difference in helping our students succeed and enjoy learning.","fullyFundedDate":1765205091368,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-focused-reading-on-chrome/9743093/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Focused Reading on Chromebooks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fijo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2399827_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758464414781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2399827"},{"teacherId":8813440,"projectId":9885622,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generosity and kindness of our donors. When the new resources arrived, the excitement in our classroom was truly heartwarming. Our students' faces lit up with curiosity and joy as they explored the materials for the first time. They were eager to touch, build, and create, and it was wonderful to see how quickly the tools sparked their interest in learning.\r\nOne of the most special moments happened during a small group activity when students explored the hammer-and-build manipulatives. Using the small hammers, colorful nails, and straight and curved pieces, they worked to recreate the letters and numbers shown on the cards. As they carefully hammered the pieces into place, they were practicing letter and number recognition while also strengthening their fine motor skills. The excitement in the room was contagious as students proudly showed their creations and realized they could build the letters and numbers on their own.\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students now have meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that help them grow academically and developmentally. These materials are already becoming a favorite during center time and small group lessons, and we will continue using them to support literacy, math, and motor skill development. Your support has helped create a joyful and engaging learning environment where our students feel confident, curious, and excited to learn. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our classroom and making such a positive impact on our students' learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1766774343972,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-hands-big-discoveries/9885622/","projectTitle":"Tiny Hands, Big Discoveries!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8813440_orig.jpg?crop=700,700,x890,y1800&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753452848295","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-lau-lopez"},{"teacherId":7899652,"projectId":9825692,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Pre-K classroom. Your donation has made an immediate and meaningful impact on our students' daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nWe use the tabletop whiteboards and dry erase paddles during whole group and small group instruction to quickly check for understanding and ensure every child is actively engaged. They also allow us to model the learning objective of the day and visually organize activities, helping our young learners clearly see and understand each step.\r\n\r\nThese simple yet powerful tools build confidence, strengthen foundational skills, and make learning interactive and exciting. We are truly grateful for your support in helping our students grow and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1764704191464,"projectUrl":"project/writing-bright-futures-interactive-lite/9825692/","projectTitle":"Writing Bright Futures: Interactive Literacy Tools for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Monroy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7899652_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y192&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663962027871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7899652"},{"teacherId":3808448,"projectId":9899956,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations of snacks, headphones, crayons, and chart paper for our kindergarten classroom. Your kindness and support truly make a difference each and every day.\r\n\r\nThe snacks help keep our little learners energized and ready to focus, especially during our busy days of learning and play. The headphones have made a big impact during independent learning time, allowing students to concentrate on educational programs without distractions. The crayons inspire creativity and bring our writing and art projects to life with bright colors and imagination. The chart paper has become an essential tool for interactive lessons, brainstorming sessions, and capturing our class ideas.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is more engaging, organized, and supportive of every child's learning needs. We are so grateful to partner with families who care so deeply about our students' success.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping make our classroom a wonderful place to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1763395981938,"projectUrl":"project/lets-hear-it/9899956/","projectTitle":"Let's Hear It","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3808448_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565650392845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3808448"},{"teacherId":10104670,"projectId":10027246,"letterContent":"Thank you so much, because of your generosity, our classroom feels different. What used to be stacks of boxes and scattered supplies has turned into an organized, smooth-running space where learning can actually shine. The printer stand and rolling cart are already in use, and let me tell you... they are game changers! It may look like simple organization, but in a PK classroom, that structure creates confidence, independence, and happier little learners.\r\n\r\nFor my 13 students, this isn't just furniture...it's stability, access, and a space that feels cared for. And that matters more than I can express.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and for helping us roll into a more organized, joyful year.","fullyFundedDate":1770395453660,"projectUrl":"project/from-box-chaos-to-learning-on-a-roll/10027246/","projectTitle":"From Box Chaos to Learning on a Roll!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ortega Castro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10104670_orig.jpg?crop=1181,1181,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771045994004","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jortegac"},{"teacherId":10104670,"projectId":9997772,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"Cutting Up a Wonder Class!\" Because of you, our classroom has been bursting with color and creativity.\r\n\r\nWith the new cardstock and Cricut mat, we created a big pink Valentine's Day bear, decorated our classroom door, and even designed special letters to thank our counselors on their appreciation day. The students were so proud seeing their classroom transformed with things we made ourselves.\r\n\r\nThese materials let us create engaging visuals and hands-on resources that make learning feel exciting and meaningful. Instead of reusing worn-out pieces, we now have bright, durable materials that truly bring our lessons to life.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us build a classroom where learning and imagination grow every day!\r\n\r\nMs. Ortega Castro","fullyFundedDate":1768591615439,"projectUrl":"project/cutting-up-a-wonder-class/9997772/","projectTitle":"Cutting Up a Wonder Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ortega Castro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10104670_orig.jpg?crop=1181,1181,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771045994004","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jortegac"},{"teacherId":8813440,"projectId":9957618,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the drums to our classroom. We have been using them as part of our routines, and they have quickly become an essential learning tool. Students use the drums to clap and play syllables in words, explore sound patterns, and practice keeping a steady beat during transitions and lessons. These hands-on activities have made learning more engaging and have helped students better understand language and rhythm in a fun, meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the drums, their faces lit up with excitement. The moment they had a chance to use them, the room filled with smiles, laughter, and curiosity. Many students were eager to take turns and proudly showed how they could use the drums to break words into syllables or repeat patterns together as a class. The drums created an instant sense of joy and motivation that carried into our learning.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue incorporating the drums into literacy by building more complex rhythm patterns, supporting phonological awareness, and encouraging collaborative activities. Students will also use them in movement activities to connect sound, language, and expression. Your generosity has truly enriched our classroom, and we are so grateful for the lasting impact these drums are having on our students' learning and happiness.","fullyFundedDate":1765977491493,"projectUrl":"project/tap-drum-and-learn/9957618/","projectTitle":"Tap, Drum, and Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8813440_orig.jpg?crop=700,700,x890,y1800&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753452848295","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-lau-lopez"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_18077","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":632,"numTeachers":44,"percentFrplEligible":84,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":9,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":87,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":57.8,"schoolId":18077,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Annie Webb Blanton Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Annie Webb Blanton Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/dallas-independent-school-district/annie-webb-blanton-elementary-school/18077"}