{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cesar Chavez Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":21.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9873745,"projectId":9298533,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of classroom supplies — including balls, pencil boxes, dry erase pockets and markers, laminating pouches, Play-Doh, and magnetic tiles.\r\n\r\nThese materials have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom. The balls are a fantastic way for students to engage in active play and release energy in a positive way, helping them return to their work more focused and refreshed. The pencil boxes have brought much-needed organization, allowing each child to take responsibility for their supplies and workspace.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase pockets and markers are being used daily for interactive lessons, quick assessments, and hands-on practice without wasting paper — they've truly become an essential tool for learning. The laminating pouches have helped preserve reusable materials and create long-lasting resources that support independent work and small group activities.\r\n\r\nThe students are especially excited about the Play-Doh and magnetic tiles, which have added a fun, creative element to our classroom. These tools not only spark their imaginations but also support fine motor skills, problem-solving, and cooperative play — all while learning feels like play.\r\n\r\nYour support has brought joy, excitement, and greater learning opportunities to our classroom. We are truly grateful for your kindness, and the students have expressed their thanks with big smiles and eager hands ready to explore and learn.","fullyFundedDate":1746785851006,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-materials/9298533/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9873745"},{"teacherId":10059676,"projectId":9423183,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the supplies for my classroom and for you love and generosity. My scholars are making letters and the white words with the playdough in addition to creating amazing masterpieces! The white boards we use daily practicing our names, writing words and sentences.\r\nScholars choose books daily to go home and read while using their bookbags to bring them back and forth . They are so excited and motivated to read! They enjoy putting their math sheets in their clear folder while practicing addition and spelling. Scholars enjoy lining up on their color circles too. I am using the laminating sheets for classroom projects and our world world.\r\nYour kindness and generosity enables my scholars to have success in their learning. We are so grateful to you!","fullyFundedDate":1757099560555,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-kindness/9423183/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dolan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059676"},{"teacherId":8639851,"projectId":6722193,"letterContent":"This donation had an incredible impact on my students. They were able to stay organized during our morning work and crafts. This not only helped the students stay organized, but I was able to be organized when it came to sending work home to students. I used the mail box system to send home fliers from our school and updates on school events. I also used the mail box as an effective way to send completed work home to families. This encouraged the home to school relationship which has a powerful impact on a lifelong understand that school in important and valuable to families and students alike. \r\n. Some of my specific students needs additional support when it came to social emotional support. The calm corner materials helped these students greatly. \r\nMy class went on to grow in their reading and math scores. My students were greatly impacted from COVID during this time and these materials were able to help support them in the transition back to school. That means, they had time to focus on how their actions affect other students both in a positive way. Students were also able to a reflective way when they had a more challenging experience working out interpersonal challenges with other students.","fullyFundedDate":1661439096344,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-and-critical-thinking-through/6722193/","projectTitle":"Creativity and Critical Thinking Through STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ludwig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8639851"},{"teacherId":375828,"projectId":9377057,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous gift of the \"Magic Tree House: Ancient Asian Civilizations\" class set and also the additional \"Cat Kid\" books for our class library. My students were thrilled to open the box and see the brand-new books! Students immediately grabbed the Cat Kid books and those have been being read and shared among the class since the day they arrived. \r\n\r\nThe \"Magic Tree House\" books are helping me expand our curriculum content (we're learning about Ancient Asian Civilizations) while growing the reading stamina of my students. It's been wonderful to see their curiosity grow and hear their thoughtful questions about different places, traditions and histories. \r\n\r\nHaving a full set of the books means every child gets to hold their own copy and join in the reading adventure together. It means that students can bring the book home to read for homework and it means they will leave my class knowing they can tackle chapter books. It means we are creating life-long readers.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students this meaningful opportunity to learn and connect.","fullyFundedDate":1753290095587,"projectUrl":"project/ancient-asian-civilizations/9377057/","projectTitle":"Ancient Asian Civilizations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Filbin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp375828_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684528913800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/375828"},{"teacherId":375828,"projectId":9378612,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to this project! This program - Evidence Based Literacy Instruction - has transformed my teaching and given students access to high level reading, writing, vocabulary and English Language Arts skills. The results of this program have been truly transformative; more students are reading at or above grade level and all students are making significant growth throughout the year. \r\n\r\nThis year, this program is reaching more students because it's being used in both my regular class and also in an intervention class. The intervention class is focused on students who are still learning how to read, and we anticipate huge growth from the support they will receive. In my regular class, we will be moving fast and targeting higher level vocabulary, morphemes, multisyllabic decoding and breaking down more complex texts. Your support in funding this project will have a direct impact on our students. Thank you so much!!!","fullyFundedDate":1749754845766,"projectUrl":"project/the-science-of-reading/9378612/","projectTitle":"The Science of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Filbin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp375828_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684528913800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/375828"},{"teacherId":375828,"projectId":9147343,"letterContent":"On behalf of my first and second grade students, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your incredible support in purchasing books for our classroom library. Because of your kindness, we now have exciting new additions like the Goosebumps series, the Ada Twist books, and the Amelia Bedelia chapter book series. You've made a huge difference in my classroom this year, and I am so grateful for your generosity. \r\n\r\nOur classroom focuses deeply on literacy, and these books are already helping students grow as readers while having fun. They read these books all the time. It's a joy to see their faces light up when they discover a new adventure or laugh at Amelia Bedelia's silly mix-ups. Goosebumps have become a huge hit because students love the scary stories. And Ada Twist was used alongside a class chapter book featuring Ada Twist. The book series has helped develop students vocabulary and science skills. They are building not only their reading skills but also a lifelong love of books—and your generosity made that possible.\r\n\r\nYour generous donation will continue to be used in years to come. Thank you for investing in our young readers.","fullyFundedDate":1742945271864,"projectUrl":"project/little-library/9147343/","projectTitle":"Little Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Filbin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp375828_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684528913800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/375828"},{"teacherId":375828,"projectId":9118478,"letterContent":"This book study was a huge success. Thank you so much for bringing this vision to life. \"Ada Twist, Scientist\" is the story of a second grade student who works with her friends, the Questioneers, to use the scientific method to solve the mystery of why the pets are disappearing from the neighborhood. This book provided the perfect opening to teaching my class about the scientific method and we used the process in experiments in our science class. \r\n\r\nThe book was also funny and engaging. My students connected with the lively characters and saw themselves in Ada and her friends. They laughed at the silly antics of the Questioneers. The book has a rich vocabulary and it opened the door to wonderful class discussions. Students overwhelmingly loved the book. Thank you so much for helping bring literacy into my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1741187937215,"projectUrl":"project/second-grade-twist-scientist/9118478/","projectTitle":"Second Grade Twist, Scientist","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Filbin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp375828_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684528913800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/375828"},{"teacherId":6777234,"projectId":6580403,"letterContent":"These tools have been used for years. They provide my students with flexible seating options that keep them engaged and focused during small group work, testing, and difficult emotional regulation moments. I have watched students advocate for themselves and their needs by choosing what is best for them in the moment. \r\n\r\nThey have also learned responsibility and the importance of taking care of these materials so that we may continue to use them all year long. Each year they've done such a great job that I've been able to use them for 3 years now! I am so grateful for the support you have given me and my kids. Thank you for what you've given to us!","fullyFundedDate":1660759836888,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-support-for-5th-graders/6580403/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Support for 5th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buster","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6777234_orig.jpg?crop=900,900,x164,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659160229764","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6777234"},{"teacherId":9886610,"projectId":9028321,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of my project, \"Empowering Learning for Special Education Students With Colorful Materials.\" The items you provided—colored printer, lamination pouches, and copy paper—will significantly enhance the educational experience for my students in special education.\r\nIn our classroom, we strive to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment tailored to the unique needs of each student. The colorful materials that will be produced with the colored printer will not only capture the attention of my students but also help them better engage with the curriculum. Bright visuals and interactive learning materials are essential tools that can make complex concepts more accessible, especially for our diverse learners.\r\nThe lamination pouches will enable us to preserve these materials, ensuring they are durable and can be reused over time. This sustainability aspect is crucial, as our budget for resources is often limited. With the ability to create long-lasting materials, we can provide continuous support to our students, allowing them to revisit and reinforce their learning.\r\nAdditionally, the copy paper will allow us to expand our resource library, enabling us to create tailored worksheets, visual aids, and other educational materials that cater specifically to the learning styles of our students. The versatility of these materials will empower students to express their understanding in various ways, fostering their confidence and independence.\r\nYour contributions have made a tangible difference in our classroom, and I am excited to see the positive impact these materials will have on my students' learning experiences. Thank you for believing in the potential of every child and for supporting our mission to provide an enriching educational environment.\r\nSincerely,","fullyFundedDate":1736201615484,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-learning-for-special-educatio/9028321/","projectTitle":"Empowering Learning for Special Education Students With Colorful Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9886610_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1735957885426","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9886610"},{"teacherId":375828,"projectId":8329518,"letterContent":"This project took a little setting up but now it's all together and wow, what a hit! \r\n\r\nStudents are using this sensory bin during recess and as a motivation or reward for students who are working hard. When students saw the sensory bin, they were extremely excited. Right now, the bin is filled with water beads. Students gather around the bin and play. They love it. It feels slimy and squishy and it's relaxing and fun. \r\n\r\nIt's become a big motivator for the class. Students who do their best work are rewarded with time to play at the bin. It's also meeting a deeper sensory need for students who are still developing. Sensory play helps students develop emotional regulation, communication, motor skills and even a deeper understanding of the world around them. Their excitement around playing with this bin shows how important it is to their development. Thank you so much for helping make this dream come true for my class. We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1718754284253,"projectUrl":"project/squishy-squashy-sensory-development/8329518/","projectTitle":"Squishy, Squashy Sensory Development","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Filbin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp375828_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684528913800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/375828"},{"teacherId":375828,"projectId":9093891,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project!! Before I could even fully open the box, students were overwhelmed with excitement about getting new books. Students are constantly at the library, borrowing and browsing the new books. This has exceeded my expectations in getting students excited about reading and in giving them access to engaging books. Today, when the final box arrived, students cheered because they were so excited. They are bringing the books home to borrow and also reading them at their desk. This class is truly becoming a class of lifelong readers and I couldn't have done it without your help. Thank you so much!!","fullyFundedDate":1739840822970,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books/9093891/","projectTitle":"Books, Books, Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Filbin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp375828_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684528913800","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/375828"},{"teacherId":9873745,"projectId":9057071,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well. On behalf of my students and myself, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous contribution to our project. The magnetic tiles have already made a significant impact in our classroom, and I am thrilled to share how we've been using them.\r\n\r\nMy students and I have incorporated the magnetic tiles into a variety of lessons, and one project that stands out was when we used them to explore geometric shapes and structures. The hands-on nature of the tiles allowed the students to experiment with building 3D shapes and designs, which helped them visualize and understand concepts that are often difficult to grasp. One of the most memorable moments occurred when a group of students collaborated to build a large geometric sculpture that not only amazed their classmates but also gave them a sense of pride in their teamwork and creativity.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were ecstatic. They couldn't wait to dive in, and their faces lit up as soon as they saw the bright, colorful tiles. It was incredible to witness their immediate enthusiasm, and that excitement quickly translated into more engaged learning and exploration. They were so eager to discover how they could use the tiles in different ways, and they've continued to surprise me with their ingenuity and problem-solving skills.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to use the magnetic tiles in new ways. Currently, we are working on a project that ties in both engineering and art as students design and build functional models of bridges. The magnetic tiles will play a crucial role in allowing them to test the strength and structure of their designs in a hands-on way. As we move forward with this project, I can already see how much the students are learning about teamwork, physics, and design thinking.\r\n\r\nYour support has provided us with the resources to make these moments possible, and we are so grateful for your investment in our education. Thank you once again for being a part of our classroom's journey!","fullyFundedDate":1737573104891,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-and-shapes/9057071/","projectTitle":"Creativity and Shapes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9873745"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4241","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":433,"numTeachers":21,"percentFrplEligible":85,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":91,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"20.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":78.7,"schoolId":4241,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Cesar Chavez Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Cesar Chavez Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/west-contra-costa-unified-school-district/cesar-chavez-elementary-school/4241"}