{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bonita Street Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10082385,"projectId":9845780,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support. The bins are being used as stations in learning as well as being used for morning bins. \r\n\r\nThe students love the freedom and creativity that the kits allow them have. \r\n\r\nAs a STEAM Academy, I am happy to be able to\r\ninclude more opportunities for students to practice foundational skills like problem solving, planning, and creative collaboration with peers. Because of this constant practice, it makes STEAM more accessible for all students because we practice the skills needed every day! \r\n\r\nThank you so much fo","fullyFundedDate":1765336474704,"projectUrl":"project/curious-kindergarteners-building-creati/9845780/","projectTitle":"Curious Kindergarteners Building, Creating, and Discovering With Stem!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10082385_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752721967720","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10082385"},{"teacherId":10082385,"projectId":9953051,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our kindergarten classroom through DonorsChoose. Your kindness and willingness to invest in our students truly makes a difference.\r\nBecause of your donation, our students now have access to meaningful art supplies that allow them to explore their creativity, express their ideas, and build important fine motor skills. Art is such a special part of our day—it gives students a chance to feel confident, take risks, and share who they are in unique ways.\r\nSeeing their excitement as they use these new materials has been incredibly rewarding. Your contribution is not just providing supplies—it's creating joyful learning experiences and lasting memories for our students.\r\nWe are so grateful for your support and for believing in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1765408516021,"projectUrl":"project/building-our-little-art-studio-for-buddi/9953051/","projectTitle":"Building Our Little Art Studio for Budding Artists to Shine!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10082385_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752721967720","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10082385"},{"teacherId":1321483,"projectId":9895786,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your support to my classroom for this project. My students have been able to use their imaginations to build different projects as well as use their understanding to solve different situations.\r\nBy using the information they gain in class they have been able to take that knowledge and build different things using their Math strategies to build larger, smaller, or longer wider based on the instructions they are given. When the group time tells them to build something smaller or larger then the example they know what is expected and they know how to solve the problem. Most of all they love being able to show what they have built and expain how they did it.\r\nThank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1764736300369,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-enhances-our-textbook/9895786/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning Enhances our Textbook Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Eberlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1321483"},{"teacherId":9179890,"projectId":9907964,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students now have access to loaner laptops that are transforming how they learn. In our classroom, technology provides personalized support in reading and math, allows students to complete research projects, and gives them immediate feedback on their work. Many of our families do not have consistent access to devices at home, so these laptops ensure that every student can fully participate in assignments and continue learning beyond the school day.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is the independence and confidence this access brings. They can track their own progress, revise their writing, and see real growth over time. I've already seen students who once struggled to complete homework now consistently turning in assignments and taking pride in their work. Your support has truly helped level the playing field for our future scholars. Thank you for investing in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1763589914076,"projectUrl":"project/bridging-the-digital-divide-loaner-lapt/9907964/","projectTitle":"Bridging the Digital Divide: Loaner Laptops for Future Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Francisco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9179890_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757633760561","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9179890"},{"teacherId":3252125,"projectId":9836203,"letterContent":"Your generosity brought so much joy to our classroom. When my first graders saw the snow globe kits, they were so excited. They carefully created keepsakes as winter gifts for their families and were proud to share something they made themselves.\r\n\r\nWe are still looking forward to using the tie dye kits and the students already have so many color ideas. Our summer buckets will be an end of the year project where students personalize them with Cricut made stickers and fill them with memories from our class. Thank you for giving my students creative, meaningful experiences they will always remember.","fullyFundedDate":1760934857538,"projectUrl":"project/first-graders-get-crafty/9836203/","projectTitle":"First Graders Get Crafty!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gaytan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3252125_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1570342171997","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3252125"},{"teacherId":1353105,"projectId":9919058,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom iPad has become an incredibly valuable learning tool for my second graders. Many of my students do not have access to technology like this at home, so being able to use an iPad at school opens up opportunities for creativity, exploration, and documentation of their learning. Students are using the iPad to take photos and videos of their STEM creations, record their thinking, and reflect on how their designs work. This allows them to slow down and really think about their problem-solving process rather than just focusing on the final product.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting things for my students is being able to document and share their work. During our STEM challenges, students build structures and inventions using everyday materials, and then use the iPad to photograph their creations, record explanations, and show how their designs function. The technology helps them practice communication skills while also strengthening their understanding of engineering concepts. They love taking turns being the \"class photographer\" and proudly capturing their classmates' work.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who are usually quiet during whole-group discussions have really thrived with this technology. Using the iPad gives them a new way to express their ideas. I've seen students confidently explain their designs on camera, celebrate their classmates' work, and collaborate to get the perfect shot of their structures. It has truly helped bring their creativity and voices to life while making learning more interactive and engaging.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only provided a piece of technology, but it has also given my students a powerful tool to explore, create, and share their learning in meaningful ways. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where innovation and curiosity can grow.","fullyFundedDate":1764722201829,"projectUrl":"project/innovating-learning-with-an-ipad-for-sec/9919058/","projectTitle":"Innovating Learning With an iPad for Second Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1353105_orig.jpg?crop=2093,2093,x0,y188&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763242090650","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1353105"},{"teacherId":1420501,"projectId":9861361,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has been transformed in meaningful ways. Thank you for investing in our students!\r\n\r\nThe 3D printing filament has allowed students to bring their learning to life. Instead of only reading about concepts in science, math, and engineering, they are now designing and creating physical models. They use measurement, geometry, and problem-solving skills as they plan, test, and revise their designs. The 3D printing process teaches perseverance, critical thinking, and creativity. Students quickly learn that innovation takes patience and persistence.\r\n\r\nThe standing desk has been the most exciting addition to our classroom! Students love having the option to stand while they work. It makes them feel grown-up and empowered to choose what helps them focus best. Many students are more engaged and productive when they can move slightly while working, and they look forward to their turn using the desk each day.\r\n\r\nStudents who need movement to concentrate have especially benefited from the standing desk. I've seen improved focus, better stamina during independent work, and more confidence in students who previously struggled to stay seated for long periods.\r\nAdditionally, students who thrive with hands-on learning have loved using the 3D printer, and seeing their work displayed on our cork boards has built pride and ownership in their learning.\r\n\r\nYour support has created a more flexible, engaging, and student-centered classroom environment. We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1763562807825,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-minds-in-3d/9861361/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Minds in 3D","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ballard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1420501"},{"teacherId":1152312,"projectId":9823634,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation of STEM bins to our second and third grade classroom! Your support has brought hands-on learning, creativity, and excitement to our students in ways that are truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nWe have already begun using the STEM bins during our science and problem-solving blocks, as well as during enrichment centers. Recently, students worked in small groups to complete a \"Build a Bridge\" challenge using materials from the bins. They were tasked with designing a bridge that could hold the most weight. Watching them collaborate—testing ideas, redesigning structures, and cheering each other on—was incredible. One group's bridge collapsed during testing, and instead of giving up, they immediately said, \"Let's figure out why and try again!\" That moment perfectly captured the resilience and critical thinking these STEM bins are helping us develop.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the STEM bins, the room buzzed with excitement. There were wide eyes, big smiles, and lots of \"Can we start now?!\" They were amazed by all the different materials and couldn't wait to explore. For many of them, hands-on building and engineering challenges are their favorite way to learn, and your donation made that possible.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are beginning a unit on simple machines and engineering design. Students will use the STEM bins to create prototypes that demonstrate force and motion concepts. They'll sketch their designs, test their models, reflect on what worked (and what didn't), and improve their creations. These next steps will help them strengthen collaboration skills, perseverance, and creative problem-solving—all essential skills for future innovators.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is filled with curiosity, teamwork, and joyful learning. Thank you for giving our students the opportunity to think like engineers and discover just how capable they truly are.","fullyFundedDate":1763563066446,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-minds-hands-on-stem-for/9823634/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Minds: Hands-On STEM for Future Innovators","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anna Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1152312_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504298730427","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hankim"},{"teacherId":1152312,"projectId":9839377,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of 3D printer filament to our classroom! Your support has opened up exciting new opportunities for creativity, problem-solving, and real-world STEM learning for my second and third grade students.\r\n\r\nWe have already begun using the filament to bring our design ideas to life. During a recent engineering lesson, students worked in teams to design small keychain-sized models that represented something we've been studying. One group designed a miniature habitat model connected to our ecosystems unit, carefully adding details to show landforms and water sources. When we printed their design and they held the finished product in their hands, their faces lit up with pride. It was an unforgettable moment—seeing their digital ideas transform into something tangible made the learning feel real and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWhen the filament arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students were fascinated by the colorful spools and asked so many thoughtful questions about how the printer works and how melted filament turns into solid creations. Several students said, \"We get to use real 3D printing materials?!\" They felt like true engineers and designers.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we're now able to deepen our current design unit. Our next steps include having students create prototypes that solve simple classroom or community problems—such as designing desk tool organizers or small assistive devices. They'll sketch their ideas, create digital models, print prototypes, test them, and reflect on improvements. This process strengthens perseverance, creativity, and critical thinking skills in ways that worksheets simply cannot.\r\n\r\nYour donation has given our students the opportunity to see themselves as innovators. Thank you for giving them the tools to dream, design, and create. We are so grateful for your support and for the important role you play in our classroom journey.","fullyFundedDate":1763563066682,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-creativity-filament-for-our-3d/9839377/","projectTitle":"Fueling Creativity: Filament for Our 3D Printer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anna Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1152312_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504298730427","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hankim"},{"teacherId":3252125,"projectId":9805656,"letterContent":"Our classroom has come to life since receiving the PE equipment for this project. Although I was not present when the materials arrived, I was able to see photos shared by my substitute of my students excitedly opening the package and holding up the new items. One of the most memorable moments was seeing students using the Velcro balls, throwing and catching while practicing their coordination skills. Their excitement and engagement were clear, and it was wonderful to see them so eager to participate.\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reactions were full of excitement and curiosity. They immediately wanted to explore and try everything. Even though we are currently unable to fully access and use all of the materials in our classroom due to our temporary space, these resources have still brought a sense of joy and anticipation for when we can fully implement them. The equipment will be a valuable tool for building coordination, confidence, and teamwork once we are able to use it regularly.\r\nLooking ahead, we are excited to use these materials to support movement, skill-building, and active learning once we return to a more permanent classroom setting. These resources will help students stay active, engaged, and connected as they continue to grow both physically and socially.","fullyFundedDate":1760693814914,"projectUrl":"project/pump-up-the-volume-for-pe-and-dance/9805656/","projectTitle":"Pump Up the Volume for PE and Dance!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gaytan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3252125_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1570342171997","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3252125"},{"teacherId":1321483,"projectId":9570372,"letterContent":"Your generous donations have helped my students improve their learning by allowing them to listen to their iPads without hearing their desk partners or other classmates and what they are listening too. Students can work independently and complete their work without distractions. I have even been able to work with students or small groups without distractions from the rest of the class and what they are working on at their desks.\r\n\r\nWhen the headphones arrived the students were very excited to see that they would be able to use headphones without wires, or that they would all be able to use headphones at the same time, without the thought of needing to share after their time was up. Before we used to have to discus safety with the wires either pulling over their iPad if they stood up, or had to adjust themselves so being able to go wireless was a great improvement.\r\n\r\nA couple of students who did not like to use iPads and do research or work on their iready reading or math, now don't mind because it's not as noisy in the backgound and they can hear better. All of my students now look forward to completing assignments on their iPads .","fullyFundedDate":1762235348575,"projectUrl":"project/with-these-headphones-we-can-listen-and/9570372/","projectTitle":"With these Headphones we can Listen and Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Eberlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1321483"},{"teacherId":2640073,"projectId":9846323,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom. Your kindness and support have made a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experiences. Our students are hardworking, determined, and full of potential, and they thrive when provided with structure, encouragement, and consistent motivation. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom treasure box helps keep incentives organized, accessible, and exciting, reinforcing positive behavior and effort in a fun and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nMore than just rewards, these incentives help build students' confidence, encourage goal setting, and promote personal responsibility. Students feel recognized for their hard work and are motivated to come to school each day knowing their efforts matter. Your support contributes directly to a positive and supportive classroom environment where students feel valued, empowered, and inspired to succeed. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for investing in our students' growth and success.","fullyFundedDate":1760935983412,"projectUrl":"project/positive-rewards/9846323/","projectTitle":"Positive Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2640073_orig.jpg?crop=304,304,x136,y310&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760913865335","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2640073"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7626","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":386,"numTeachers":24,"percentFrplEligible":76,"percentAsian":19,"percentBlack":11,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":58,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":79.6,"schoolId":7626,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Bonita Street Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Bonita Street Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/los-angeles-unified-school-district/bonita-street-elementary-school/7626"}