{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Castelar Street Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":33.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1283802,"projectId":10294405,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom again! Your continued generosity means so much, especially because you've helped make our classroom a little more special year after year.\r\n\r\nWe've already had our first Friday of redeeming class points for prizes, and the kids were SO excited! Watching them proudly choose their rewards after working hard all week was such a fun way to celebrate their effort. Whether they earned points for being responsible, showing kindness, participating, or persevering through something challenging, they were excited to see their hard work pay off.\r\n\r\nThe fidgets and other prizes have been a wonderful addition to our classroom reward system, and I love that they give us another way to recognize and encourage positive choices. Thank you for helping us start the school year with something that brings so much excitement and encouragement to our classroom. My students and I are truly grateful for your continued support!","fullyFundedDate":1782352462894,"projectUrl":"project/small-rewards-big-motivation/10294405/","projectTitle":"Small Rewards, Big Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. French","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1283802_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1464140119966","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/helen-french"},{"teacherId":1283802,"projectId":10334088,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom again! Your continued generosity truly means so much to me and my students.\r\n\r\nWe've already started putting everything to use during our first weeks of school. The glue sticks and laminating sheets helped us create and preserve our self-portraits, one of our first projects of the year. And the pencil sharpener has been such a great upgrade! Our old one was constantly getting stuck and needing repairs, so having one that is much quieter and faster has already made a big difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nIt's wonderful to start the school year with materials that make creating and learning a little easier and a lot more enjoyable. Thank you for continuing to invest in my students and helping make our classroom a creative, welcoming place to learn. We truly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1782352461844,"projectUrl":"project/creating-learning-and-growing/10334088/","projectTitle":"Creating, Learning, and Growing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. French","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1283802_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1464140119966","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/helen-french"},{"teacherId":8078406,"projectId":10187530,"letterContent":"We wrapped up the previous school year by using the new resources for a hands-on science project — making slime! Students used glue as the base ingredient and got to experiment with mixing it with other materials to see how the texture and consistency changed. Students learned about polymers and the science behind slime. \r\n\r\nThey were very excited about all the new science materials. As the new school year is here, I will continue using those materials to create more hands-on learning opportunities and science project for my students. \r\n\r\nThank you for your generous donation and support to our classroom and public education!","fullyFundedDate":1777915721285,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-science/10187530/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8078406_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y574&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1638732050854","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christy-ng"},{"teacherId":3728693,"projectId":10158064,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our students and helping bring the joy of reading into our classroom! Your generosity will give our third graders access to Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Getaway, a book that will engage, motivate, and inspire them to become lifelong readers. Because of your kindness, our students will have the opportunity to strengthen their reading skills while enjoying stories they can relate to and love. We are truly grateful for your investment in their learning and future success. With love and sincere appreciation!","fullyFundedDate":1773844921842,"projectUrl":"project/igniting-a-lifelong-love-of-reading/10158064/","projectTitle":"Igniting a Lifelong Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. HUANG","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3728693_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723399064518","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/w-huang"},{"teacherId":1283802,"projectId":10270456,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps us begin the new school year with the materials we need to set up a welcoming, organized, and engaging learning environment. Because of you, we will be able to print classroom posters, learning visuals, and copies that support instruction and help students stay engaged and successful throughout the year.\r\n\r\nThese resources may seem simple, but they make a big difference for young learners. They help bring lessons to life, support understanding, and create a classroom where students feel excited to learn each day.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your generosity and for helping make our classroom ready for a strong and positive start to the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1778091638398,"projectUrl":"project/creating-with-color-and-purpose/10270456/","projectTitle":"Creating with Color and Purpose","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. French","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1283802_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1464140119966","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/helen-french"},{"teacherId":657815,"projectId":10262579,"letterContent":"The new resources from this project have made a tremendous impact on our classroom. My students eagerly look forward to reading Scholastic News each week because the articles connect learning to real-world science, technology, and current events. These texts have helped students strengthen important skills such as reading comprehension, identifying main ideas and supporting details, analyzing nonfiction text features, and developing critical thinking through discussion and writing.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an active and collaborative experience. Students read independently, work with partners, and participate in whole-group conversations where they ask questions, share observations, and make connections to what they are learning in science and other subjects. Many students especially enjoy the engaging photographs and fascinating topics that spark curiosity and encourage them to learn more.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously reluctant readers have become more excited about nonfiction reading. They are eager to discuss articles about animals, inventions, and scientific discoveries with their classmates. Seeing students become more confident readers and enthusiastic learners has been one of the most rewarding outcomes of this project.\r\n\r\nIn addition to supporting literacy, the organizational supplies have helped create a well-structured classroom where students can easily access materials for STEAM activities and collaborative projects. Thanks to our generous donors, my students are developing a love of reading while building the curiosity and problem-solving skills that will serve them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1779243043456,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-steam-dreams/10262579/","projectTitle":"Little Learners, Big STEAM Dreams","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Quach","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp657815_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1783039794595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/657815"},{"teacherId":2453324,"projectId":10195625,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for donating materials to support my students in creating a greener school environment and increasing their awareness of environmental science.\r\nEvery year, my students carve pumpkins to make jack-o'-lanterns. Afterward, we plant the pumpkin seeds in our school garden. My students learn how to care for the plants by watering them and watching the flowers bloom. As students from other classes pass by the garden, they also learn to appreciate the flowers and respect nature by not damaging them.\r\nYour donation will help us expand this project to more classes throughout our school. We will plant edible flower seeds and give students the opportunity to taste them as part of their learning experience. In addition, students will use grabbers to help pick up trash around our campus and keep the environment clean.\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1779130343982,"projectUrl":"project/earth-day/10195625/","projectTitle":"Earth Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2453324_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y216&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1621217983015","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/yyang"},{"teacherId":10095122,"projectId":10040213,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping make our classroom a more organized, comfortable, and active place to learn. My students use the new flexible seating during independent reading and group work, while the classroom organizers and pocket chart help us keep our daily routines and materials in order. The badminton equipment has also given students new opportunities to practice teamwork and stay active.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students immediately wanted to explore everything. They were especially excited about the new seating and badminton equipment, and several students commented that our classroom felt more comfortable and inviting. These resources have helped me create more choices for students while also giving them more opportunities to move, collaborate, and take responsibility for our classroom.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue using these resources as we move through our current science lessons. Students will use the visual materials and organized learning spaces to review important concepts, discuss their thinking with classmates, and complete hands-on activities. I also plan to continue building movement and teamwork into our school day. Your support has helped me create a classroom where students can learn, move, and stay organized while taking greater ownership of their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1777932431673,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-learn-move-and-stay-o/10040213/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Learn, Move, and Stay Organized","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10095122_orig.png?crop=1036,1036,x255,y57&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786513253180","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kwong7"},{"teacherId":1270088,"projectId":10219197,"letterContent":"My students are passionate about learning through art. As soon as they spot the Nonhardening Modeling Foam, they eagerly rush to my side, clamoring to use it immediately. With focused expressions, they can hardly contain their excitement to dive into their creative projects. I explain that this foam is meant for designing a model of a plant and an ecosystem that showcases their favorite animal. Their enthusiasm to share what they've learned and collaborate with their peers to create the ecosystem is truly inspiring. Thank you for bringing such excitement into my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1777933841633,"projectUrl":"project/steam-projects-inspire-me-to-learn-more/10219197/","projectTitle":"STEAM Projects Inspire Me To Learn More!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Han","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1270088_orig.jpg?crop=832,832,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747622597258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1270088"},{"teacherId":1270088,"projectId":10243290,"letterContent":"Our kindergarten team is truly grateful for your generous donation! Our students were thrilled to see all the supplies for the culmination event, which included balloons, treats, and, of course, the cap and backdrop. They felt valued and motivated to give their best effort during the final weeks of the year! They put in a lot of hard work during our rehearsals for the culmination. They recognize that they are the ones graduating and moving on to grade school. Thank you once again for bringing joy and excitement to our classes!","fullyFundedDate":1777942852027,"projectUrl":"project/i-am-graduating/10243290/","projectTitle":"I Am Graduating!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Han","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1270088_orig.jpg?crop=832,832,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747622597258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1270088"},{"teacherId":1270088,"projectId":10181255,"letterContent":"Our kindergarten team is truly grateful for your generous donation! Our students were thrilled to see all the supplies for the culmination event, which included balloons, treats, and, of course, the cap and backdrop. They felt valued and motivated to give their best effort during the final weeks of the year! They put in a lot of hard work during our rehearsals for the culmination. They recognize that they are the ones graduating and moving on to grade school. Thank you once again for bringing joy and excitement to our classes!","fullyFundedDate":1777932426482,"projectUrl":"project/reading-a-fantastic-way-to-understand-c/10181255/","projectTitle":"Reading: A Fantastic Way to Understand Climate Change","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Han","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1270088_orig.jpg?crop=832,832,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747622597258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1270088"},{"teacherId":657815,"projectId":10186995,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when they first saw the storybook character plushies and could not wait to match them with the books we were reading. During our read-aloud lessons, students used the plush characters to retell stories, act out important scenes, and describe character feelings and actions. One special moment was watching students work together in small groups to recreate story events and use their voices to become the characters, which helped build both reading comprehension and social-emotional skills.\r\n\r\nThese new resources have made storytime much more interactive and engaging. Students are participating more in discussions, asking thoughtful questions, and showing greater confidence in sharing their ideas. 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