{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cesar A Batalla School","outOfStateSupporters":69.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9877091,"projectId":9666675,"letterContent":"The classroom rug has truly transformed our learning space. It created a warm, welcoming area where students can gather for morning meetings, read-alouds, and whole-group lessons. Having a designated spot helps students settle quickly, follow routines, and stay engaged. It has also improved classroom management by giving students clear expectations for where to sit and how to participate during instruction.\r\n\r\nBeyond structure, the rug has brought a sense of comfort and community to our classroom. Students love sitting together to read, practice letter sounds, and collaborate with partners. It has become a favorite spot that encourages focus, teamwork, and positive interactions. This simple addition has made our room feel more organized, inviting, and student-centered, and we are truly grateful for the impact it has had on our daily learning.","fullyFundedDate":1757199371749,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-rug-for-our-2nd-grade-class/9666675/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Rug for our 2nd Grade Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trejo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9877091"},{"teacherId":2940848,"projectId":9537229,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our project. The students were very excited to have new hands-on learning materials. \r\n\r\n The materials helped engage my students to learn about color changing and the seasons. I observed more students noticed the tree on the playground and seeing if the tree matched the tree inside the shakers. They were communicating with their peers what was the same and different about the trees. The students play with the new materials daily during free-play in our Science Center. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1758223688534,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-minds-through-scientifi/9537229/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Minds Through Scientific Discovery","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. V.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2940848"},{"teacherId":242761,"projectId":9823240,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for supporting my students with Tools for Classroom Success! We received the supplies and I have been busy creating and making communication and learning tools! My students have been very busy learning and communicating with the new tools!! It's amazing to have a supply of creative materials to make the tools my students need. These supplies may appear basic but they make the tools my students need and that is exciting. My students love the photo boxes and everyone loves the supports printed on the sticker paper. From colored folders, to tape, to photo boxes, and wall hooks too, these resources are so valuable!\r\n\r\nA big thank you for the match offer from Kamua's Big Student Surprise!","fullyFundedDate":1760831103631,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-success/9823240/","projectTitle":"Tools for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Luckart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp242761_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510794499870","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jluckart"},{"teacherId":538318,"projectId":9502604,"letterContent":"The supplies arrived at start of the year and it has been wonderful! Thanks to your thoughtfulness and generosity, our 89 7th graders were able to begin their academic year on the right foot. \r\n\r\n The students are using the whiteboards and color dry erase markers on most days. We began the year with a unit on integer operations and the boards have proved to be super helpful. For example, students work in small groups and use the boards to work out ways to solve the math problems. They love using the boards. \r\n\r\n The facial tissues are used daily and we are already about a third of the way though the box! The pencils are super helpful as many times students do not have a sharpened pencil.\r\n\r\n Thank you once again for funding our Classroom Supplies project ! :)","fullyFundedDate":1755865524298,"projectUrl":"project/operation-awesome-classroom-seeking-su/9502604/","projectTitle":"Operation Awesome Classroom: Seeking Supplies for 2025 !","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DiMauro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/538318"},{"teacherId":8515520,"projectId":9468379,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in supporting our classroom project for a new class set of headphones. It was so important to be able to start off the school year with these in our room. Having them to begin the year allowed us to establish great routines and working habits around the use of our headphones. \r\n\r\nMy students are frequently using their headphones in the classroom. In my district we are lucky enough to have devices for our students and many online learning tools to enhance our students' education. Headphones have allowed my students greater access to these platforms in terms of both listening and speaking. These headphones are vital tools for students as they engage in online practice and learning in math, literacy, science, and social studies. My students love getting to use their headphones to watch social studies and science videos on our curriculum platforms. They also like getting use them to listen to read alouds as we work on listening comprehension skills. And, when working on speaking, the microphones included on these headsets allow my students to speak clearly and with confidence as they work on communication skills. \r\n\r\nOverall, these headphones have, without a doubt, enhanced student learning and engagement so far this school year. And, because your generosity supported us in purchasing high-quality headphones that will last, your donation will support my students in these same ways for many years to come. Again, we thank you for your support of this classroom project!","fullyFundedDate":1753282424521,"projectUrl":"project/leveling-up-our-listening-and-speaking-w/9468379/","projectTitle":"Leveling Up Our Listening and Speaking With Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robertson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8515520_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x76,y76&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656867044443","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8515520"},{"teacherId":1605785,"projectId":9749492,"letterContent":"Our 4 new Wobble Stools came in yesterday. The students were so excited this morning. They had to take turns sitting on them, but everyone had a turn today. They love rocking and spinning on them. For the first day, the students mostly experimented with what they can do on the chairs during free choice activities. We will probably use them for exploration in this manner for the rest of this week. Then, we will move them into larger group settings as that is where our students have the most difficulty focusing. \r\nThank you so much for helping our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students gain some alternative seating options. We are forever grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1759928784774,"projectUrl":"project/they-wiggle-and-they-wobble/9749492/","projectTitle":"They Wiggle and They Wobble","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kearley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1605785_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737792601038","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1605785"},{"teacherId":242761,"projectId":9707021,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for supporting my students with Tools for Classroom Success! We have received the materials. I have been busy creating and making communication and learning tools and my students have been busy learning and communicating!! It's amazing to have a supply of creative materials to make the tools my students need. These materials may not be exciting but they make the tools my students need and that is exciting. From laminating pouches, to tape, to adhesive spray, and printer ink too, these resources are so valuable! \r\n\r\nThank you to Ripple for the funding match. You are bringing so many dreams to life for student and teachers!","fullyFundedDate":1757901705090,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-classroom-success/9707021/","projectTitle":"Tools for Classroom Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Luckart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp242761_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510794499870","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jluckart"},{"teacherId":115399,"projectId":9652396,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your contribution has made a meaningful impact on our first graders by providing engaging fine motor activities that are both fun and essential to their development.\r\nFine motor skills are a foundational part of early childhood education. They help children build the strength and coordination needed for everyday tasks like writing, cutting, buttoning, and tying shoes. These skills also support cognitive development, hand-eye coordination, and independence—critical areas for success both in and out of the classroom.\r\nThanks to your donation, our students now have access to materials like lacing cards, tweezers, building blocks, and other hands-on tools that make practicing these skills exciting and enjoyable. I've already seen improvements in their pencil grip, cutting accuracy, and overall confidence. These activities have also encouraged collaboration and creativity, turning skill-building into a joyful experience.\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and investment in our students' growth. Your support is helping lay the groundwork for lifelong learning and success.","fullyFundedDate":1758469251369,"projectUrl":"project/building-better-hands/9652396/","projectTitle":"Building Better Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ruzicka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp115399_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450461936265","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jessie-gilbert"},{"teacherId":2563957,"projectId":9546945,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. It is such a relief to have supplies for students. So many children come to school without necessary materials to do school work. Every child now has all the materials they need to thrive in 5th grade. This donation levels the playing field and provides equity to children by providing them with more pencils, notebooks and folders. The children were so excited as the boxes were being delivered. They were excited to open the boxes and see all of the materials for our classroom. We are so thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1758469044655,"projectUrl":"project/school-essentials/9546945/","projectTitle":"School Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Turinsky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2563957_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710719170835","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2563957"},{"teacherId":8645514,"projectId":9252783,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in helping to purchase the laminator for this project. As an itinerant teacher supporting students with CVI, this tool has made a meaningful difference in how I adapt and deliver content.\r\n\r\nWith the ability to modify materials efficiently, I can now create durable, accessible adapted books that meet the unique visual needs of each student. By simplifying visual complexity—such as isolating images against black or high-contrast backgrounds—we help students use their visual channel more effectively.\r\n\r\nBecause students with CVI often lack incidental learning opportunities, they can struggle with concept development. That's why it's so important to bring learning directly to them using multisensory strategies that combine vision, touch, and sound. These adapted materials are helping us bridge learning gaps, build literacy skills, and support a deeper understanding of the world around them.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your continued support. You're helping make learning more accessible, meaningful, and lasting for students who need it most.","fullyFundedDate":1753282424910,"projectUrl":"project/adapted-books-for-cvi-built-to-last/9252783/","projectTitle":"Adapted Books for CVI: Built to Last","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Duka","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8645514_orig.jpg?crop=761,761,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661265856166","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8645514"},{"teacherId":242761,"projectId":9457384,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Tools to Communicate! We have received all of the materials and have been very busy making communication supports. The binders were used for our communication flipbooks. The large paper and laminating sheets make communication boards and posters for classrooms. My students love seeing the pictures they use to communicate throughout the school! The velcro sticky dots are so helpful for choice making and adhering pictures around the classroom. All of these materials have been used to make the tools my students need to be successful in school and give them a voice to communicate their wants and needs. Thank you very much to the Dalio Foundation for the matching opportunity! You made this project come to life!","fullyFundedDate":1752537350804,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-communicate/9457384/","projectTitle":"Tools to Communicate","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Luckart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp242761_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510794499870","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jluckart"},{"teacherId":115399,"projectId":9223368,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our First Grade Literacy Learning Centers! Because of you, our classroom is now filled with engaging materials that spark curiosity, build foundational reading skills, and make learning joyful for every child.\r\nYour donation has helped create a space where students can explore books, practice phonics, and grow as confident readers—all through hands-on, meaningful activities. The excitement on their faces when they dive into these new centers is truly priceless.\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in the power of early literacy. 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