{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Barcelona Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":46.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8381225,"projectId":9137366,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of Stitching Success: Equipping Our Home Ec Class for Creativity & Life. Your donation is already making a lasting impact on our students, our classroom, and our school community.\r\n\r\nI absolutely love my students for their creativity, eagerness to learn, and determination to develop real-world skills that will serve them for a lifetime. They come to class excited to create, problem-solve, and take pride in making something with their own hands. Your generosity helps make that excitement possible—and sustainable—for years to come.\r\n\r\nBy providing sewing machines and essential supplies, you are opening doors for students who may not otherwise have access to these tools at home. This project ensures equitable learning opportunities and allows every student to gain hands-on experience with an essential life skill: sewing. With these resources, students can repair clothing, create useful household items, and even design original pieces that reflect their unique ideas and perspectives.\r\n\r\nBeyond sewing, your support helps students develop patience, perseverance, and attention to detail—skills that extend far beyond the classroom and into all areas of life. As they learn to stitch, they are also building confidence, resilience, and pride in their work.\r\n\r\nWhat makes our students truly special is their enthusiasm and willingness to learn. They come from diverse backgrounds, each bringing something meaningful to the classroom. With the right tools in their hands, they can turn ideas into reality and begin to see themselves as capable, creative, and skilled individuals.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our Home Economics program will continue to grow and thrive, empowering students not just today, but for many years to come. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping us stitch together skills, creativity, and success.","fullyFundedDate":1747842072665,"projectUrl":"project/stitching-success-equipping-our-home-ec/9137366/","projectTitle":"Stitching Success: Equipping Our Home Ec Class for Creativity & Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tomala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8381225_orig.png?crop=625,625,x24,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647561010187","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-tomala"},{"teacherId":8381225,"projectId":9312731,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your generous donation to Growing Hope: A Student-Led Community Service Initiative to Fight Hunger. Your support is already making a meaningful difference in our school garden and in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students are able to actively grow, care for, and harvest food while learning powerful lessons about service, responsibility, and compassion. The garden has become a living classroom—one where students see firsthand how their efforts can help nourish others and strengthen their community.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is helping us expand our garden, provide hands-on learning opportunities, and ensure that this project continues to flourish for years to come. More importantly, it is planting seeds of hope in our students, empowering them to believe that they can make a real impact in the fight against hunger.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your belief in our students and in the mission of Growing Hope. Thank you for helping us cultivate not only food, but kindness, leadership, and a lasting sense of purpose within our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1747969836945,"projectUrl":"project/growing-hope-a-student-led-community-se/9312731/","projectTitle":"Growing Hope: A Student-Led Community Service Initiative to Fight Hunger","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tomala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8381225_orig.png?crop=625,625,x24,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647561010187","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-tomala"},{"teacherId":8380393,"projectId":9901497,"letterContent":"Each morning my students have the opportunity to clean their noses using the tissues your gracious donations funded. They are grateful, as am I, since allergy season is all year round in Arizona. Students enjoy having access to new high lighters helping them improve their comprehension while reading information text. Many students choose One Pagers are my end of the unit project that require rulers that you also provided thanks to your funding. We appreciate your sacrifice. \r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. Nelson","fullyFundedDate":1764000598580,"projectUrl":"project/student-success-supply-kit/9901497/","projectTitle":"Student Success Supply Kit","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8380393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734440730033","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8380393"},{"teacherId":6267163,"projectId":9905277,"letterContent":"Thanks to this project, my students are using the new microwave, organizing materials, and hand soap daily to build independence and essential life skills. One special moment was watching students practice safely heating their own snacks with support, then independently washing their hands and returning materials to clearly labeled spaces turning everyday routines into meaningful learning opportunities.\r\n\r\nWhen the donations first arrived, my students were excited and curious. They were eager to explore the new items and immediately wanted to help set up the classroom. These resources have already strengthened our daily routines. Next, students will continue working on functional life skills like food preparation, hygiene, and organization, while increasing independence, confidence, and responsibility in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1766769273692,"projectUrl":"project/cooking-to-independence/9905277/","projectTitle":"Cooking to Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6267163"},{"teacherId":8376543,"projectId":9602957,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in providing our classroom with a new set of ukuleles. When the large boxes arrived at our school, the atmosphere in the room was pure magic. As we unpacked the instruments together, the students were absolutely starstruck; many of them had never held a real instrument of their own before. One student even whispered, \"We get to keep these in our room?\" Seeing their eyes light up with a mix of awe and responsibility was a moment I will never forget.\r\n\r\nThese ukuleles are already being put to fantastic use as we dive into our first \"Three-Chord Challenge.\" This specific project has been a joy to witness, as students who typically struggle with traditional written assignments are finding immense success and confidence through music. For example, during our first practice session, I watched a normally shy student take the lead in helping her neighbor find the correct finger placement for a C-major chord. This technology—the simple but effective design of the ukulele—is allowing them to visualize music theory in real-time and develop fine motor skills that translate into all areas of their learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next steps are to begin composing original short melodies. Now that the students have mastered the basics of strumming and simple chord transitions, they will be working in small groups to write \"Soundtrack of My Life\" songs. This lesson will help them connect their personal emotions to musical keys and rhythms. Your gift has not only provided instruments but has sparked a new sense of community and creative expression in our school that will resonate for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1760693572589,"projectUrl":"project/strumming-ukeleles-in-concert-band/9602957/","projectTitle":"Strumming Ukeleles in Concert Band","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8376543_orig.jpg?crop=1816,1816,x0,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661378505343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8376543"},{"teacherId":6267163,"projectId":9767953,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now has a refrigerator that is making a real difference for our students. This simple addition allows us to store snacks, drinks, and sensory-friendly food items that meet the unique needs of our students with moderate to severe intellectual and significant physical disabilities.\r\n\r\nWith the refrigerator, students are able to participate more fully in daily routines and lessons, practice independence by accessing safe snacks, and maintain consistent nutrition throughout the day. Your contribution has created opportunities for comfort, learning, and engagement that weren't possible before.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and the tangible impact it has on our students' daily lives. Thank you for helping make our classroom a more inclusive, supportive, and nurturing environment.","fullyFundedDate":1763498215295,"projectUrl":"project/nutrition-and-independence/9767953/","projectTitle":"Nutrition and Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6267163"},{"teacherId":3308053,"projectId":9831825,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students are now able to organize their learning materials more effectively with the new paper sorting shelves and folders. These resources have made a significant difference in our classroom, especially during project-based learning activities. For example, recently, the students worked on a science project where they used the folders to keep their research and drafts organized. The paper sorting shelves helped us quickly access and sort different types of materials, making the workflow much smoother and more efficient.\r\n\r\nStudents eagerly explored the shelves and quickly began organizing the papers, feeling a sense of ownership and pride in their classroom space. This positive reaction has motivated them to be more responsible and attentive to their organizational habits. Moving forward, the next step for our class is to use the printers for upcoming assignments, such as creating posters for our upcoming science fair. These resources not only support our current lessons but also inspire our students to take more initiative and feel empowered in their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1761938336623,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/9831825/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prugar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3308053_orig.jpg?crop=2298,2298,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648482125743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tashagrant"},{"teacherId":3308053,"projectId":9498874,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous support from our donors, our students are now able to engage more effectively and creatively in their learning activities. We've been using the new electric pencil sharpeners, erasers, glue sticks, and baby wipes to enhance our classroom projects. For example, in our recent arts and crafts lesson, students used the glue sticks and erasers to fine-tune their artwork and make adjustments to their projects. The electric sharpeners have made it easier for students to keep their pencils sharp and ready for detailed work, which has increased their focus and enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new supplies, their excitement was contagious. They were thrilled to have reliable tools that made their work easier and more fun. It's wonderful to see their faces light up when they realize that they can work more independently and efficiently. Moving forward, the next step on our current project involves creating dioramas for our science unit. The students will be using the new materials to craft detailed, colorful displays that will help them better understand the concepts we are studying. Your support is truly making a difference in our classroom experience, and we are grateful for the opportunity to grow and learn with these new resources.","fullyFundedDate":1753895195771,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-the-art-room/9498874/","projectTitle":"Supplies for the Art Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prugar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3308053_orig.jpg?crop=2298,2298,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648482125743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tashagrant"},{"teacherId":3308053,"projectId":9525514,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous support from our donors, our students are now able to engage more effectively and creatively in their learning activities. We've been using the new electric pencil sharpeners, erasers, glue sticks, and baby wipes to enhance our classroom projects. For example, in our recent arts and crafts lesson, students used the glue sticks and erasers to fine-tune their artwork and make adjustments to their projects. The electric sharpeners have made it easier for students to keep their pencils sharp and ready for detailed work, which has increased their focus and enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new supplies, their excitement was contagious. They were thrilled to have reliable tools that made their work easier and more fun. It's wonderful to see their faces light up when they realize that they can work more independently and efficiently. Moving forward, the next step on our current project involves creating dioramas for our science unit. The students will be using the new materials to craft detailed, colorful displays that will help them better understand the concepts we are studying. Your support is truly making a difference in our classroom experience, and we are grateful for the opportunity to grow and learn with these new resources.","fullyFundedDate":1758818340869,"projectUrl":"project/art-supplies/9525514/","projectTitle":"Art Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prugar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3308053_orig.jpg?crop=2298,2298,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648482125743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tashagrant"},{"teacherId":6267163,"projectId":9564490,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, including The Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation, our classroom has been able to use the new resources ike the immersion blender and sippy cups, to make daily routines and learning activities more engaging and meaningful for our students. One project we did was a \"smoothie-making\" activity where students practiced measuring ingredients, pouring safely, and using the blender with adult support. Their excitement was amazing! They were thrilled to see their favorite fruits transformed into a drink they could enjoy independently using the sippy cups.\r\n\r\nThis experience not only supported fine motor skills and following multi-step directions but also reinforced life skills like food preparation and safe handling of kitchen tools. Next, we plan to expand this activity by introducing simple recipes and exploring flavors and textures, giving students more opportunities to practice independence, sensory exploration, and social interaction. Your contributions have made these hands-on, meaningful learning experiences possible, and we are so grateful for the impact you've had on our students' growth.","fullyFundedDate":1758815316983,"projectUrl":"project/growing-independence/9564490/","projectTitle":"Growing Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6267163"},{"teacherId":6267163,"projectId":9733982,"letterContent":"Receiving a refrigerator for a multiple special needs classroom has a significant impact on both student health and instructional efficiency. It ensures that perishable food, snacks, and medication, such as those required for students with G-tubes or specific dietary needs can be stored safely, reducing the risk of illness. This reliable storage also supports individualized learning routines, allowing teachers to provide timely nutrition breaks and accommodate dietary schedules without disruption. Additionally, having a refrigerator promotes independence and life skills, as students can participate in selecting, storing, and retrieving their own food items under supervision. Overall, it enhances the classroom environment by supporting safety, health, and individualized care.","fullyFundedDate":1758814920882,"projectUrl":"project/special-needs-food-safety/9733982/","projectTitle":"Special Needs Food Safety","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6267163"},{"teacherId":3308053,"projectId":9300659,"letterContent":"Students are so excited each time we get to go outside and learn in our garden space. Each day our garden is growing bigger, and the students even come to visit the garden spaces during their free time at recess. They have been like sponges when it comes to learning garden skills--when we learned how to weed, students were competing to see who could pull the most weeds and get the longest rooted weeds. \r\n\r\nThe skills they are learning are being shared with their families too. Students have been planting seeds and taking them home in the pots to their families where they are continuing to nurture the growing seedlings into food that their family can eat. 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