{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Arroyo Del Oso Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5620841,"projectId":9987638,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited to begin using the new classroom materials! The hooks worked perfectly in our student cubbies for holding headphones and have already made our classroom much more organized. They matched our cubbies perfectly and are much sturdier than our previous hooks, which often broke throughout the year. The students were excited to have a special place to keep their headphones safe and easy to access during learning activities.\r\n\r\nThe felt characters quickly became a classroom favorite. Students immediately began using their imaginations to create stories, act out conversations, and collaborate with classmates during play and storytelling activities. It was wonderful to watch their creativity and language skills grow through hands-on learning. The number key tags also worked great for labeling student crayon containers and helping students take responsibility for their own materials each day.\r\n\r\nWe were also excited to receive more than enough felt pieces to continue building our collection next year. Future students will even be able to design and create their own felt characters to add to our classroom storytelling activities. Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping create a more organized, creative, and engaging learning environment for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1774885898564,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-stories-to-life-with-shadows-an/9987638/","projectTitle":"Bringing Stories to Life with Shadows and Felt","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5620841_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1610753339159","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-pargas"},{"teacherId":5620841,"projectId":10228064,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited when the new storage cabinets arrived in our classroom! The bright, organized drawers immediately caught their attention, and they were eager to help sort and put away materials. One cabinet is now used for our ELA materials, while the other is used for math materials next to our kidney table. Having the supplies organized and within easy reach has made small group instruction much smoother and more efficient throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThe wooden tops have also become a special place to display books, learning materials, and classroom stuffies that students love to use during reading time. The students enjoy being able to independently access materials, clean up after activities, and quickly find what they need for learning centers and small groups.\r\n\r\nAs we continue preparing for next year, these cabinets will help support hands-on learning, independent work stations, and better classroom organization. The added storage has created a calmer and more functional learning environment for our students, and we are so thankful for your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1777520357921,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-kindergarten-organized/10228064/","projectTitle":"Keeping Kindergarten Organized","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5620841_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1610753339159","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-pargas"},{"teacherId":5620841,"projectId":10250847,"letterContent":"Our class used the new resources for our end-of-year Luau celebration, and the students had so much fun! We played limbo, danced to luau music, played tiki ring toss, shared special snacks, and enjoyed water activities together. The reusable water balloons were the biggest hit of the day. The students were so excited when they first saw them and stayed entertained for a long time dipping them into the flamingo pools and reusing them over and over again.\r\n\r\nOne of the best parts was the easy cleanup. There were no tiny balloon pieces left all over the field, which made the activity safer and more environmentally friendly. The students laughed, worked together, and created wonderful memories as we celebrated all of their hard work this year. We are excited to continue using these materials during outdoor activities and class celebrations next year. Thank you for helping make such a joyful and memorable experience possible for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1778261786860,"projectUrl":"project/aloha-celebrating-kindergarten-success/10250847/","projectTitle":"Aloha! Celebrating Kindergarten Success with a Luau","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5620841_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1610753339159","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-pargas"},{"teacherId":6590933,"projectId":9977841,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our 5th grade classroom and helping make our \"Geocities\" project come to life! Because of your generosity, my students were able to work collaboratively to design, build, and create incredible geometric cities using hands-on materials and tools.\r\n\r\nOur students used the new resources to explore geometry in a meaningful and creative way. In collaborative groups, students first designed their own geometric nets on paper and carefully planned how the 2D shapes would fold into 3D figures. One especially exciting moment was when students used the chop saw to safely cut cardboard pieces for their designs. They were so focused and proud as they transformed flat nets into cubes, prisms, pyramids, and other geometric solids. The classroom buzzed with excitement as students worked together to turn their shapes into entire collaborative cities complete with buildings, roads, and creative architectural details.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they were thrilled. Many immediately began brainstorming ideas for skyscrapers, houses, parks, and landmarks they could include in their cities. Several students who are usually hesitant during math lessons became leaders during the project because they could physically see and build the math concepts we were learning. Their excitement and teamwork were truly amazing to watch.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for our students are to continue expanding their understanding of geometry, scale, measurement, and design through additional collaborative projects. Students will reflect on the mathematical properties of the shapes they created and explain how geometric nets connect to real-world architecture and engineering. We also plan to incorporate writing and presentation skills as groups present their Geocities to classmates and explain the math behind their designs.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly excited about how this project turned out and already cannot wait to improve and use it again with future classes. Seeing students so engaged, creative, and confident has inspired many new ideas for future hands-on STEM and math projects. This experience showed students that math can be interactive, collaborative, and fun, and I look forward to building on this success for years to come.\r\n\r\nYour generosity provided more than just classroom materials — it created opportunities for creativity, collaboration, confidence, and hands-on learning that my students will remember for years to come. Thank you for believing in our classroom and helping our students bring geometry to life!","fullyFundedDate":1769565829327,"projectUrl":"project/power-up-the-creativity/9977841/","projectTitle":"Power Up the Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sosa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6590933_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y7&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630200029705","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6590933"},{"teacherId":3635415,"projectId":9922888,"letterContent":"These new books have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom. While many people think of reading as simply enjoying a story, these texts are helping students build essential literacy skills every day. Students are practicing comprehension, vocabulary development, making predictions, identifying themes, and supporting their thinking with evidence from the text. Many of the books also encourage social-emotional learning by helping students explore empathy, perseverance, kindness, and different perspectives through relatable characters and situations.\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant readers are especially connecting with these books. Having access to high-interest, engaging titles has helped build their confidence and willingness to participate. One student who rarely volunteered during reading discussions now eagerly raises their hand to talk about plot twists and favorite characters. Another student has started choosing to read during free time because they finally found books that reflect their interests and experiences. Watching students become more confident, curious, and enthusiastic readers has been one of the most rewarding outcomes of this project.","fullyFundedDate":1772643031321,"projectUrl":"project/help-vary-our-classroom-library-to-promo/9922888/","projectTitle":"Help Vary Our Classroom Library to Promote Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. R.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3635415_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472831663455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3635415"},{"teacherId":5620841,"projectId":10029339,"letterContent":"Our DonorsChoose project had a meaningful and lasting impact on our students. They absolutely loved the dance ribbons. It brought a sense of novelty, creativity, and excitement to our Genius Hour, inspiring students to move, explore, and express themselves in new ways. The Bluey ears were a huge hit and tied in perfectly with our culminating project, where students performed a dance to a Bluey song. This connection made the experience even more engaging and memorable for them.\r\n\r\nThe yoga cards and cushions also played an important role in setting the tone for each session. They provided a calm and focused start to our Genius Hour, helping students regulate their energy, practice mindfulness, and prepare their minds for learning and creativity. Together, these materials created a balanced environment that supported both movement and reflection.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity and support! it truly made our club more engaging, joyful, and meaningful for every student involved.","fullyFundedDate":1769638192181,"projectUrl":"project/move-create-and-shine-genius-hour/10029339/","projectTitle":"Move, Create, and Shine: Genius Hour","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5620841_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1610753339159","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-pargas"},{"teacherId":6590933,"projectId":9977783,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support through the Teachers Pay Teachers gift card, cardstock, gray LEGO-style bricks, and clay tools. Your donation made it possible for me to access creative, high-quality lessons designed and shared by other educators, helping bring engaging and meaningful learning opportunities directly into our classroom.\r\n\r\nUsing resources from Teachers Pay Teachers, I was able to find creative lessons that supported our Ancient Egypt unit. As part of the unit, students completed a STEM challenge where they designed and created their own obelisks inspired by the structures built in Ancient Egypt. With the materials you provided, students used the LEGO-style bricks, cardstock, and clay tools to carefully construct their models while thinking about balance, structure, and design.\r\n\r\nWhat excited students most was the opportunity to build something with their own hands while connecting it to what they were learning about history and engineering. Watching their ideas take shape made the learning feel more real and engaging, and students were very proud of the obelisks they created.\r\n\r\nThis activity also supported important executive functioning skills. Students needed to plan how they would build their obelisk, organize their materials, and work through challenges that came up during the construction process. When parts of their structure didn't work the way they expected, students practiced problem-solving and flexible thinking to adjust their designs and continue building.\r\n\r\nSome students who don't always feel as confident during traditional assignments really connected with this hands-on activity. Working independently allowed them to focus on their own design and pace, and many showed persistence as they revised their structures to make them stronger and more stable.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helped make this engaging learning experience possible. Because of your support, students were able to connect history, engineering, and creativity while strengthening important problem-solving and executive functioning skills.","fullyFundedDate":1768265648596,"projectUrl":"project/egyptian-engineers/9977783/","projectTitle":"Egyptian Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sosa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6590933_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y7&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630200029705","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6590933"},{"teacherId":6590933,"projectId":9930546,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing our classroom with 3D pens and refill filament. Your contribution has opened the door to exciting hands-on learning experiences that help bring creativity, engineering, and problem-solving together for our students.\r\n\r\nThe 3D pens allow students to turn abstract ideas into physical creations, which helps deepen their understanding of STEM concepts. For example, our 5th graders recently used the pens during a STEM unit to construct geometric heart structures, combining math concepts like angles, shapes, and spatial reasoning with engineering and design. Younger students have also been using the pens to create personalized name decorations, which strengthens fine motor skills while encouraging creativity and pride in their work.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about the 3D pens is the ability to bring their imagination to life. They love seeing their ideas take shape right in front of them as they build structures layer by layer. The hands-on nature of the tool makes learning feel like experimentation and discovery.\r\n\r\nBeyond creativity and STEM learning, the 3D pens have also helped students develop important executive functioning skills. Students must plan their designs, organize their materials, manage their time, and adjust when something doesn't go as expected. They practice persistence and flexible thinking when a structure doesn't hold or when they need to revise their design. These moments help students build confidence in problem-solving and strengthen the self-management skills that support success in many areas of learning.\r\n\r\nSome students who are usually hesitant to participate in traditional lessons have really connected with this technology. Hands-on learners, in particular, have found a space where they can shine. A few students who often struggle with focus have shown impressive concentration while carefully constructing their designs, and others have stepped into leadership roles by helping classmates troubleshoot or demonstrating new techniques.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a meaningful difference in our classroom. Because of your support, students are not only exploring STEM concepts but also building creativity, perseverance, and the executive functioning skills that will help them succeed both in and out of school.","fullyFundedDate":1767203368050,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-future-inventors-with-3d-pens-an/9930546/","projectTitle":"Fueling Future Inventors with 3D Pens and Filament Refills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sosa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6590933_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y7&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630200029705","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6590933"},{"teacherId":5620841,"projectId":9448036,"letterContent":"Our new classroom tools have made a tremendous impact on teaching and learning this year. They have helped lessons run more smoothly and have given my students even more opportunities to stay engaged and excited about learning.\r\n\r\nThe wrapping paper cutter has been a surprising game changer being able to quickly and neatly cut large paper in half has helped me create anchor charts and visual supports much more efficiently. \r\n\r\nOne of the biggest hits with the kids has been our Hangman game. We use it in small groups, and my students love the anticipation of guessing their word before the little figure falls. They cheer when they win and laugh every time he drops. They are fully engaged, building letter-sound knowledge without even realizing how much they're learning.\r\n\r\nThe ink refills have probably had the biggest practical impact. We print constantly for hands-on learning, and having reliable ink allows us to create fresh activities whenever students need them. Most recently, we printed a beginning-sounds turkey sort, and it was a huge success during our literacy centers.\r\n\r\nThe voice amplifier has also been such a gift. The magnetic microphone is easy to wear, and my students can hear me clearly from anywhere in the classroom. It keeps lessons smooth and helps all learners stay on track, especially during busy centers or whole-group time.\r\n\r\nThese tools have made daily instruction smoother, more engaging, and more accessible for every child. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1755689603523,"projectUrl":"project/tools-and-games-to-help-our-kindergarten/9448036/","projectTitle":"Tools and Games to Help Our Kindergarten Classroom Shine!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5620841_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1610753339159","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-pargas"},{"teacherId":5620841,"projectId":9336849,"letterContent":"These new resources have already brought so much organization and support to our classroom! Each student now has a set of extra clothes stored in labeled mesh bags inside their cubbies, which keeps everything neat, accessible, and easy to manage. The new classroom clock is the perfect size—it's clear and easy for everyone to read from across the room. The fidget bands on the chairs have also been a wonderful addition, giving students a way to move while staying focused on their work. On a professional level, reading Not Just Cute: How Powerful Play Drives Development in Early Childhood has given me valuable insight into how to better communicate the importance of play in early learning. These materials have made a meaningful difference for both my students and my teaching practice. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1748435474558,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-tools-for-calm-focus-and/9336849/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Tools for Calm, Focus, and Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5620841_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1610753339159","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-pargas"},{"teacherId":5620841,"projectId":9386680,"letterContent":"These new classroom materials have been such a big help for both learning and classroom routines! Each student now has a menu that holds 8 pages of references. The hundreds chart is a favorite—we use a song and video as students point to the numbers while counting to 100. The alphabet chart has also been so engaging; students sing the letters and sounds while touching each letter, and they love tracing their own names with a dry erase marker multiple times for practice. Having a full class set of matching scissors has eliminated conflicts about which ones to use, and they've been put to good use for crafts and fine motor practice. The larger crayons have also been a huge improvement—students are still developing their grips, but the size has helped reduce breakage and made them easier to keep track of. These resources have already created smoother routines and more joyful learning in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1749311255287,"projectUrl":"project/color-create-and-learn-tools-for-kind/9386680/","projectTitle":"Color, Create, and Learn: Tools for Kinder Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5620841_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1610753339159","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-pargas"},{"teacherId":5620841,"projectId":9308239,"letterContent":"Our new calm corner has already become an important part of our classroom community. 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