{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dayton Heights Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":9.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8737794,"projectId":10274962,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\nThank you so much for supporting our project, \"Organized Spaces, Successful Students.\" Your generosity has truly transformed our PALs preschool classroom and created a more meaningful learning environment for our students. As a Preschool for All Learners (PALs) classroom, many of my students benefit greatly from structure, accessibility, and predictable routines. Because of your kindness, we were able to create organized spaces that support independence, confidence, and daily success for our young learners.\r\nSince receiving these new resources, our students have been using them every single day. The organizational tools have helped us create clearly labeled learning areas for literacy, sensory exploration, math, fine motor activities, and social-emotional learning. Having materials organized and easy to access has made a tremendous difference in how students move throughout our classroom and engage in learning. Students are now able to independently locate classroom tools, put away materials, and transition between activities with greater confidence and responsibility.\r\nOne special moment that stood out was during center time when several students independently found their literacy materials, selected their activities, and began engaging with peers without needing as many adult prompts. For many preschool students—especially in a special education setting—small moments of independence are huge milestones. Watching students confidently explore, problem-solve, and interact with organized materials showed just how impactful these resources have been.\r\nWhen my students first saw the newly organized spaces, they were excited, curious, and eager to explore every area. They immediately noticed the clear organization and were drawn to the different learning centers. Their excitement helped create renewed engagement in the classroom, making learning feel fresh, inviting, and fun. The calm and organized environment has also reduced distractions, improved transitions, and supported self-regulation for students who thrive with visual structure and consistency.\r\nThese resources have not only helped with classroom organization but have strengthened our ability to provide intentional instruction. During small-group lessons, materials are now easier to access and ready for literacy practice, math exploration, sensory activities, and collaborative learning. This has helped maximize instructional time and reduce interruptions during teaching.\r\nAs we move forward, our next steps include continuing to build student independence, strengthen classroom routines, and expand hands-on learning experiences. We will use these organized spaces to support upcoming literacy projects, sensory exploration, social-emotional activities, and play-based learning opportunities that help students develop communication, problem-solving, and early academic skills.\r\nYour support has given our students more than just classroom resources—it has created a space where they feel safe, successful, and excited to learn. Thank you for believing in our students and helping create a stronger foundation for growth, exploration, and achievement. Your generosity has made a lasting impact on our classroom community.\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,\r\nMr. Sarmiento","fullyFundedDate":1778172473103,"projectUrl":"project/organized-spaces-successful-students/10274962/","projectTitle":"Organized Spaces, Successful Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sarmiento","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8737794_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1671732090739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8737794"},{"teacherId":10053698,"projectId":9471924,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support with funding supplies for my new classroom. The books have been an invaluable resource in teaching my kids about important topics. The fidgets have been used daily and have yet to break! They help my students focus better and keep their hands busy. They absolutely love the world globe and finding places we are learn about on it. The supplies for me have been super helpful, especially the paper cutter!\r\n\r\nI can't thank you all enough. I wouldn't have been able to buy all the products without your support. Thank you for making my first year of teaching much better.","fullyFundedDate":1754677176832,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-teacher-classroom-necessities/9471924/","projectTitle":"First-year Teacher Classroom Necessities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10053698"},{"teacherId":435601,"projectId":9472003,"letterContent":"The gift cards from Teachers Pay Teachers provided fun filled activities for my students in all areas, but especially mathematics. After finishing a unit on place value, my students implemented all their newly learned concepts to create a Day of the Dead Place value skeleton. Each Base ten block was to resemble bones on the skeleton going to up hundred thousands! They had fun all while exhibiting their learning! Thank you for your support in providing us with access to such excellent resources. Your donation will continue to provide fun and educational ventures for students who need alternative ways to express their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1753814324028,"projectUrl":"project/access-to-engagement/9472003/","projectTitle":"Access to Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Santos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp435601_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1529252046674","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-santos4sped"},{"teacherId":435601,"projectId":9439831,"letterContent":"This project was one of the most diverse ones yet! We were able to purchase a laminator, fidgets, rulers, pencil holders, markers, and even fruit snacks! Every single item we received impacted our classroom in a positive way. Our laminator and pencil holders gave our classroom a sense of neatness and organization. Also, we were able to make goody bags, which included rulers and markers, for home use. Often times, parents in our community have expressed difficulty in providing basic materials for their children to complete assignments at home. You helped alleviate this burden for our families. Equally as important were the fruit snacks. Students expressed how much they liked these, especially when they were able to pick them from our classroom treasure chest and share them with siblings at home or eat them after school, when dinner is still not ready. Your kindness has reached our student's lives in so many ways. We are eternally grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1753642136195,"projectUrl":"project/all-around-basic-needs/9439831/","projectTitle":"All Around Basic Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Santos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp435601_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1529252046674","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-santos4sped"},{"teacherId":8737794,"projectId":9191606,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in helping me create a writing center for my preschool students. Because of your donations, our classroom now has a vibrant and inviting space dedicated to early literacy. The writing center has quickly become a favorite area for the children, offering them new opportunities to practice fine motor skills, letter recognition, and early writing in a playful and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWith access to materials such as paper, writing tools, and literacy supports, my students are developing the confidence to express themselves through drawing, scribbles, and early words. This area also encourages collaboration, as students enjoy sharing their \"stories\" with teachers and peers. The excitement they show when they create something on their own has been inspiring, and it is clear that the writing center is helping them build a strong foundation for future reading and writing success.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has transformed our classroom. By supporting this project, you have given my students the gift of discovery, creativity, and pride in their work. I am deeply grateful for your role in making this possible and for investing in the futures of young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1746786402992,"projectUrl":"project/writing-center-to-the-rescue/9191606/","projectTitle":"Writing center to the rescue","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sarmiento","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8737794_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1671732090739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8737794"},{"teacherId":9636620,"projectId":8619141,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping make our birthday bags possible! The kids were so excited when they saw them, it was anticipated by every student and it made their day feel truly special and celebrated.\r\n\r\nWe're using the bags to make sure every student feels seen on their birthday, and the joy they bring has been amazing to witness. This small gesture goes a long way in building community and making our classroom feel like home.\r\n\r\nThe smiles, excitement, and sense of belonging these birthday bags bring are truly priceless. It's such a simple but powerful way to remind each child that they matter. Watching their faces light up has been a highlight of the year, and I'm so grateful to you for making that happen. Your generosity made these little celebrations feel big and unforgettable.","fullyFundedDate":1727380009798,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-future-success/8619141/","projectTitle":"Fueling Future Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9636620_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110425106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9636620"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7325","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":242,"numTeachers":20,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":90,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":90.9,"schoolId":7325,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Dayton Heights Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Dayton Heights Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/los-angeles-unified-school-district/dayton-heights-elementary-school/7325"}