{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Doral Academy - Fire Mesa","outOfStateSupporters":22.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8838017,"projectId":10011275,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Because of your generosity, my students will have access to materials that allow them to explore, create, and express themselves in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nArt gives my students a space to imagine, take risks, and build confidence. With your help, they are able to bring their ideas to life—whether that's through painting, drawing, or building something entirely their own.\r\n\r\nYour donation is more than just supplies—it's an investment in their creativity and their sense of self. Many of my students don't always have access to art materials at home, so this truly makes a difference.\r\n\r\nI'm so grateful for your support and for believing in my students and their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1768341910688,"projectUrl":"project/art-supplies/10011275/","projectTitle":"Art Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hohenschuh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8838017_orig.jpg?crop=1438,1438,x81,y158&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715098223645","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8838017"},{"teacherId":10400343,"projectId":10006867,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for choosing to fund our DonorsChoose project. Your incredible generosity has brought a beautiful, diverse collection of new books into our 7th and 8th-grade classroom, and the impact has been immediate and profound.\r\n\r\nSince the boxes arrived, our daily reading time has completely transformed. It is an absolute joy to watch my middle schoolers rush to the classroom library every day, eager to grab these new titles. They are diving into these stories with an enthusiasm and focus that warms my heart.\r\n\r\nMiddle school is such a critical time for young adults to figure out who they are and how they fit into the larger world. Having a library filled with diverse characters, cultures, and voices has been an absolute game-changer for them. My students are finally seeing themselves reflected in the pages they read. Just as importantly, they are stepping into the shoes of people whose lives and experiences are completely different from their own. These stories have sparked amazing, empathetic discussions in our classroom that simply wouldn't have happened otherwise. They were afforded the chance to use their autonomy to use a book of choice that reflected their culture and reflect in a project on either theme, character, setting, tone, or all. It is one of our most successful projects to date.\r\n\r\nYou didn't just give us reading material; you gave these kids a broader view of the world, a safe place to explore complex identities, and a genuine love for reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students, for supporting public education, and for investing in their growth and empathy. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nWith deepest gratitude,\r\n\r\nMs. Mosley\r\n\r\n7th & 8th Grade Teacher\r\n\r\nPLEASE SEE ATTACHED PICTURES OF STUDENTS!!\r\n\r\n--\r\nCarmen (Camie) Mosley\r\nDoral Academy Fire Mesa\r\nELA - 7th & 8th\r\n~Amor Fati~\r\n 9 Attachments\r\n • Scanned by Gmail","fullyFundedDate":1768192556953,"projectUrl":"project/celebrate-your-heritage/10006867/","projectTitle":"Celebrate Your Heritage!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mosley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400343"},{"teacherId":9349855,"projectId":10001685,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students, staff, and counseling program at Doral Fire Mesa Elementary School, I want to extend my sincere gratitude for your generous support in funding our Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) library.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, we are now able to provide students with meaningful resources that help them understand their emotions, build positive relationships, and develop essential life skills. These books will be used in individual counseling sessions, small groups, and classroom lessons, allowing us to reach students in impactful and lasting ways.\r\n\r\nYour investment goes far beyond books—it helps create a safe and supportive environment where every child feels seen, heard, and valued. The skills students gain through SEL not only support their academic success but also their overall well-being and future growth.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for making a difference in their lives. Your generosity is truly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1768168700936,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-foundation-of-empathy-and-sel/10001685/","projectTitle":"Building a Foundation of Empathy and Self-awareness With Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McKenrick-Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9349855_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x0,y188&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767981962657","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349855"},{"teacherId":10365006,"projectId":10000668,"letterContent":"Our students were thrilled when they first saw the new library chairs, prizes, and classroom supplies. The flexible seating instantly made reading time more inviting, and students eagerly chose books and settled in comfortably. During a recent reading workshop, they stayed focused longer and shared more thoughtful responses.\r\n\r\nWe now use these resources daily to support engagement and motivation. Incentives have encouraged goal-setting and perseverance, especially during independent reading and group projects. Next, students will use these tools to deepen comprehension and collaborate on book discussions.","fullyFundedDate":1768166724952,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-incentive-restock/10000668/","projectTitle":"Classroom Incentive Restock","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conkel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10365006_orig.png?crop=263,263,x14,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764619222709","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10365006"},{"teacherId":380646,"projectId":9992189,"letterContent":"The materials that you provided are greatly appreciated by myself and my students. We had a great time (thanks to your donation) reviewing concepts and skills that tapped into their creative expression.\r\nStudents used the comic strip outlines and frames to develop their own characters and stories to share with their family and other classes on campus. . They used the masks to make their characters come to life as they presented some of their simple frames strips to their peers. \r\nPlease know that they are excited, energized, and wanting to share what they have learned over the past couple of months. This project has been beneficial in boosting their knowledge as we review content. Thank you again for your kindness and support,","fullyFundedDate":1768090756065,"projectUrl":"project/tapping-into-expression/9992189/","projectTitle":"Tapping Into Expression","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/380646"},{"teacherId":5485359,"projectId":9484719,"letterContent":"My students were very surprised when I received all the boxes with our supplies for the year. They had access to all the supplies they needed for the year plus some. To help with parent communication, I had ordered poly folders with prongs to share progress reports and report cards from the Gifted and Talented classroom. \r\n\r\nDid you know that students love to use markers? We had all shapes and sizes and colors to work with. This specifically helped with our Arts Integration projects we completed which included kinesthetic arts inspired by Israel artist Yaacov Agam. We used the supplies to create a layers of the rainforest bulletin board. Each student cpmpleted research on a animal for different layers of the rainforest. \r\n\r\nUsually after spring break, supplies are running low. With Donor's Choose support, I still have plenty of supplies to keep us creating and learning until the end of the year.","fullyFundedDate":1754595415961,"projectUrl":"project/stocked-up-for-the-school-year/9484719/","projectTitle":"Stocked Up for the School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gobora","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5485359_orig.jpg?crop=1679,1679,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109121995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/c-gobora"},{"teacherId":8574705,"projectId":10016847,"letterContent":"The iPad provided through DonorsChoose has had a meaningful impact on my classroom by increasing student engagement and expanding opportunities for interactive learning. With access to the iPad, students can participate in lessons using multimedia, educational apps, and digital resources that support different learning styles. This technology allows me to provide more personalized instruction, differentiate activities for students who need additional support or enrichment, and give immediate feedback during lessons. The iPad also encourages creativity and collaboration as students use it to research, create presentations, record videos, and complete digital projects. In addition, having access to modern technology helps prepare students with the digital literacy skills they need for future academic and career success. Overall, the iPad has helped create a more dynamic, engaging, and technology-rich learning environment for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768508441041,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-student-storytellers-with-a-n/10016847/","projectTitle":"Empowering Student Storytellers with a New iPad & Charging Station","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cohen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8574705_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675492173478","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8574705"},{"teacherId":6886062,"projectId":10005052,"letterContent":"The new resources have made a big difference in how smoothly our classroom runs and how independent my students are becoming. The seat sacks and caddies help each student keep their materials organized and easy to access, which has really improved our transitions and work time. My students were especially excited about the crayon sharpeners—they love being able to take care of their supplies and keep their crayons ready to use.\r\n\r\nOne moment that really stood out happened during our literacy and math stations. Students used the new station games while others worked at the whiteboard easel to practice sight words, letter sounds, and building simple sentences together. The privacy folders have also been a great support during independent work, helping students stay focused and giving them the confidence to try problems on their own.\r\n\r\nThese resources have helped create a more organized and engaging learning environment where my students feel excited to learn. They take pride in using their materials responsibly, and it's been wonderful to see their independence and confidence grow throughout our daily activities","fullyFundedDate":1768525825631,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-daily-dose-of-materials/10005052/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Daily Dose of Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bogan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6886062_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698952399807","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6886062"},{"teacherId":10402690,"projectId":10012170,"letterContent":"Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) books play a powerful role in supporting students' emotional growth and self-awareness within my program. These books create safe entry points for students to explore complex topics like identity, relationships, resilience, and coping strategies. Through stories and guided discussions, students are able to see themselves reflected in characters and situations, which helps normalize their experiences and emotions. SEL books also provide a shared language for discussing feelings and behaviors, making it easier for students to express themselves and engage in meaningful conversations with peers and adults.\r\n\r\nSensory fidget items are another important support that helps students regulate their emotions and maintain focus throughout the school day. Many students benefit from having a physical outlet to manage stress, anxiety, or excess energy, and fidgets provide a non-disruptive way to do this. When used intentionally, these tools can increase students' ability to stay engaged in lessons, participate in discussions, and manage challenging moments without becoming overwhelmed. They also empower students to take ownership of their own regulation strategies, which builds independence and self-awareness.\r\n\r\nTogether, SEL books and sensory fidgets create a supportive, responsive environment where students feel seen, understood, and equipped with tools to succeed. By addressing both emotional understanding and physical regulation, my program is able to meet students where they are and help them develop the skills they need not just academically, but socially and emotionally as well.","fullyFundedDate":1768650609434,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-learning/10012170/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nielsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402690"},{"teacherId":10400764,"projectId":10003418,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for being a part of this great group of people coming together to support and encourage the incredible growth taking place in my classroom. Every day we are working on personal space. I also have a group of students working on growing our brains with learning letters and sounds. The different learning games are a great way to keep those brains working in different ways to match those upper and lower case letters along with letters and sounds. The books also help grow the brains of my early readers who are working hard to read and read fluently. \r\n\r\nThe new carpet and cushions help us work on our personal space. It gives us enough space for everyone to sit comfortably and not have other students in our space. The cushions are beneficial for those who want to read a book or use their game time they earned on their iPads. They help students grow the love of reading and getting their iReady minutes done so they can use a fun cushion. But even more you are showing my students that so many people care about their education and want them to succeed and that alone makes them want to try harder and learn more. Thank you for making all of this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1768179145019,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners/10003418/","projectTitle":"Little Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dickherber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400764"},{"teacherId":10365006,"projectId":9937301,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, each of our 5th graders received their own copy of Hatchet by Gary Paulsen for our novel study, and the impact has been tremendous. Having individual books has allowed students to truly take ownership of their reading. Instead of worrying about sharing materials, they can fully immerse themselves in Brian's journey and experience the story in a personal and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThrough this novel, students are developing essential literacy skills such as analyzing character development, identifying theme, making inferences supported by text evidence, and expanding vocabulary through context. We also study the author's craft—how suspense is built and how vivid imagery brings the wilderness to life. Reading in our classroom is active and collaborative: students participate in thoughtful discussions, keep response journals, engage in literature circles, and sometimes sit in complete silence, fully absorbed in the story.\r\n\r\nThe survival theme has especially captured the interest of some of our reluctant readers. Students who were once hesitant to participate are now eagerly sharing predictions and insights. Having their own copy has boosted confidence, allowing struggling readers to reread challenging sections at their own pace. Your donation didn't just provide books—it created access, engagement, and a deeper love of reading for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1764711700295,"projectUrl":"project/launching-our-5th-grade-hatchet-adventur/9937301/","projectTitle":"Launching Our 5th Grade Hatchet Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conkel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10365006_orig.png?crop=263,263,x14,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764619222709","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10365006"},{"teacherId":9363015,"projectId":10045944,"letterContent":"Technology in our classroom is used thoughtfully and intentionally to support how students learn best. Rather than focusing on screens alone, we use tools that help students regulate their bodies, manage their environment, and stay engaged in learning. The wobble seats and colorful headphones we recently received are wonderful examples of how simple technology can have a powerful impact on student success.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about these new tools is the comfort, choice, and fun they bring to learning. The wobble seats feel special and different from traditional chairs, which immediately increases student excitement and engagement. Students enjoy being able to move while they learn, and many proudly explain that the seats help them \"pay attention better\" or \"feel calmer.\" The colorful headphones are also a big hit. Students love choosing their headphones and using them during work time, which helps learning feel positive and motivating rather than restrictive.\r\n\r\nThese tools also support a more inclusive and equitable classroom environment. Every student learns differently, and not all students need the same supports. By offering wobble seats and headphones, we are honoring those differences and providing flexible options so all students can access learning in a way that works best for them. Students feel supported rather than singled out, which builds confidence and a sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nThanks to the generosity of our donors, our classroom has become a more engaging, supportive, and joyful place to learn. The wobble seats and headphones may seem like small additions, but they make a big difference. 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