{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Eliseo C Felix Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":43.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9285228,"projectId":9692197,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations of materials to our classroom library. Your kindness and support will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. Our classroom library will continue to grow into a welcoming space where students can explore new ideas, strengthen their reading skills, and develop a lifelong love of learning. The books and materials you provided will give our students greater access to engaging resources that inspire curiosity, creativity, and imagination.","fullyFundedDate":1760743409106,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corner-classroom-library/9692197/","projectTitle":"Cozy Corner Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Molette","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9285228_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695184408919","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9285228"},{"teacherId":9142463,"projectId":9652261,"letterContent":"Our \"Soft Start\" project has completely transformed the way our mornings begin. Instead of students entering the classroom feeling rushed, overstimulated, or unsure of what to do, they now walk into a calm and engaging environment where they can ease into learning with purposeful activities. The new resources have helped students build independence, strengthen problem-solving skills, and develop positive morning routines that set the tone for the rest of the school day.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were immediately excited and curious. Many students rushed to explore the different activities, manipulatives, and hands-on options available to them. What has been most meaningful, though, is seeing how quickly these resources became part of our classroom culture. Students now enter the room knowing they have meaningful choices that help wake up their brains and prepare them for learning. One especially memorable moment was watching students naturally collaborate during a morning activity, encouraging one another, sharing strategies, and staying engaged without needing constant teacher direction.\r\n\r\nThese resources are continuing to support our current classroom goals by helping students strengthen foundational academic and social skills through consistent routines. As we move forward, students will continue using the materials during soft start time to practice problem-solving, build stamina, reinforce math and literacy concepts, and develop independence as learners. The calm, structured start to the day has had a positive impact not only on student engagement, but also on classroom focus and emotional readiness for learning. Thank you for helping create a classroom environment where students can begin each day feeling successful, supported, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1765846261133,"projectUrl":"project/soft-start/9652261/","projectTitle":"Soft Start","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9142463_orig.jpg?crop=2308,2308,x262,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748541463421","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9142463"},{"teacherId":9273356,"projectId":9939025,"letterContent":"The gift card for Teachers Pay Teachers has made a meaningful difference in my students' learning. It has allowed me to access high-quality, standards-aligned resources that support daily instruction and provide additional practice tailored to my students' needs. These materials help make lessons more engaging, structured, and accessible for all learners.\r\n\r\nWhat is most exciting to my students about these new resources is the variety of hands-on activities, visuals, and interactive materials that make learning more enjoyable. They especially enjoy using colorful task cards, games, and differentiated activities that allow them to practice skills in fun and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who need additional support have especially benefited from these materials. The differentiated resources help them work at their own level, build confidence, and stay engaged during lessons. I have also seen students who are typically hesitant become more willing to participate and complete their work.\r\nThese materials have strongly supported academic learning by reinforcing key math and reading skills, providing targeted practice, and helping me better meet the diverse needs of my classroom. The flexibility of these resources allows me to quickly respond to student needs and provide intervention or enrichment when necessary.\r\n\r\nIt means a great deal to me and to my students to know that a company like Panda cares about supporting education. Your generosity helps provide opportunities and resources that make learning more engaging and effective for my students. We are truly grateful for your support and investment in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1767663181557,"projectUrl":"project/boosting-stem-learning-with-high-quality/9939025/","projectTitle":"Boosting Stem Learning With High-Quality Teaching Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vega","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9273356_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x400,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754679269959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9273356"},{"teacherId":9273356,"projectId":9938995,"letterContent":"The technology provided through this project has made a meaningful difference in my students' learning. Many of my students benefit from hands-on and interactive experiences, and these tools allow them to practice skills in engaging ways, receive immediate feedback, and work at their own pace. This has helped strengthen their understanding of key academic concepts, especially in math and reading, while also building confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nWhat is most exciting to my students about the new technology is the opportunity to learn in a more interactive and motivating way. They are eager to use the devices and take pride in completing activities, tracking their progress, and celebrating their growth. The technology has also allowed me to better differentiate instruction and provide targeted support to students who need additional practice or enrichment.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who previously struggled to stay focused have shown noticeable improvement in engagement and participation. They are more willing to try challenging tasks and are excited to share their accomplishments with their classmates and families.","fullyFundedDate":1769177965561,"projectUrl":"project/stem-sparks-bringing-interactive-learni/9938995/","projectTitle":"Stem Sparks: Bringing Interactive Learning to Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vega","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9273356_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x400,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754679269959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9273356"},{"teacherId":9273356,"projectId":9939123,"letterContent":"Our students have been actively using the new resources in our math classroom, and they have made a meaningful difference in how we practice and understand basic operations. One memorable moment occurred during a small-group math activity where students used the materials to solve multi-step problems together. The hands-on nature of the resources helped them stay engaged, collaborate with their peers, and build confidence in their problem-solving skills. It was exciting to see students who sometimes struggle with focus become more involved and willing to participate.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their reactions were full of excitement and curiosity. They were eager to explore and immediately asked when they could start using them. The new resources created a sense of motivation and ownership in their learning, and many students expressed that math felt more enjoyable and easier to understand. Their enthusiasm reminded us how powerful the right tools can be in creating a positive learning environment.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, our next steps include continuing to use these resources to strengthen foundational math skills, particularly in basic operations and problem solving. We will also incorporate them into small-group instruction and review activities to support students who need additional practice and reinforcement. Thanks to your generosity, our students are building stronger academic skills and developing greater confidence in math each day. Your support is truly making a lasting impact in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1767202233731,"projectUrl":"project/boosting-stem-learning-with-materials-an/9939123/","projectTitle":"Boosting STEM Learning With Materials and Manipulatives to Learn Math","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vega","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9273356_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x400,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754679269959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9273356"},{"teacherId":9414778,"projectId":9867191,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through the \"Essential Math and Science Supplies for Small Group Interventions\" project. Because of your generosity, my students now have helpful materials that we use during our small group time for math and science. These resources help me give students extra support and practice on the skills they are still learning.\r\n\r\nMy students were very excited when the materials arrived. They were curious and eager to start using them right away. The supplies have made our small group lessons more engaging, and students feel more comfortable asking questions and practicing their thinking.\r\n\r\nWe will continue using these materials as we work on building stronger math and science skills in our classroom. Your support truly makes a difference for my students. Thank you for helping them learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1764631670325,"projectUrl":"project/essential-math-and-science-supplies-for/9867191/","projectTitle":"Essential Math and Science Supplies for Small Group Interventions","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Catamco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9414778_orig.jpg?crop=2536,2536,x0,y566&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778038050349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9414778"},{"teacherId":9142463,"projectId":9725396,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us receive these new resources. My students were incredibly excited when they first saw the materials arrive. Their curiosity and enthusiasm were immediate, and many of them could not wait to start using the new tools. Having these resources available made the lesson feel more engaging and helped students feel motivated to participate and explore.\r\n\r\nWe quickly put the materials to use during a classroom activity where students worked together to apply what they were learning. One special moment was seeing students collaborate, share ideas, and confidently use the new materials to complete their work. It was wonderful to watch them become more involved and excited about the lesson because they had hands-on tools to support their learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, these materials will continue to support upcoming lessons and projects in our classroom. Students will keep using them to build skills, work together, and deepen their understanding of what we are learning. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1761925952032,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math-minds-on-learning/9725396/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Math, Minds-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9142463_orig.jpg?crop=2308,2308,x262,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748541463421","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9142463"},{"teacherId":8642756,"projectId":9639889,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my second graders are learning through hands-on exploration every single day. From the moment we opened the boxes, students were buzzing with excitement, especially when they saw the science kits, magnetic tiles, and microscopes.\r\n\r\nThe math resources have been just as impactful. Using Unifix cubes, magnetic base ten blocks, and Bridge the Gap math cards, students are able to physically build numbers, model addition and subtraction strategies, and explain their thinking in ways that go far beyond paper-and-pencil work. The answer buzzers and recording buttons have made math discussions and games more inclusive and fun. Students who are usually quiet are now eager to participate and share their ideas with confidence.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just provide supplies; it created meaningful learning experiences that helped my students feel capable, curious, and excited about school. Thank you for investing in their growth and believing in their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1756941568593,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-adventures-in-2nd-grad/9639889/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning Adventures in 2nd Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tomczyk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8642756_orig.jpg?crop=2387,2387,x0,y477&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755819884781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8642756"},{"teacherId":8642423,"projectId":9625085,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our classroom. With these new tools my students are able to move freely about the classroom and work with different partners. Our clipboards allow student to carry their work with them and sit in a desired and comfortable place in the classroom. They are able more easily able to mingle and share with another partner to get more ideas on how to solve problems and explain their thinking. \r\n\r\nMy students were excited to see their new clipboards, pencils and markers when they came into the classroom right after our break. The awesome colors our clipboards make it more fun and exciting for our students to use. They like to huddle together with their partners and share their examples and models to their solutions. With these tools my students will be able to continue to participate and engage with their peers as we continue exploring the world of fractions!","fullyFundedDate":1757527226902,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-success/9625085/","projectTitle":"Tools for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8642423_orig.jpg?crop=2544,2544,x0,y118&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755620843702","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8642423"},{"teacherId":9142463,"projectId":9146312,"letterContent":"\"Anger, Sadness, and Nervousness! Oh My!\" has made a meaningful impact in our classroom by helping students identify, understand, and communicate their emotions in healthy ways. In second grade, many students are still learning how to process big feelings, especially frustration, anxiety, and disappointment. The materials and technology from this project have given students engaging, hands-on opportunities to practice emotional regulation, social skills, and self-awareness in ways that feel safe and accessible to them. The interactive components especially helped students stay engaged and gave them language to express emotions they previously struggled to explain.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting to students is seeing their emotions represented in a way that feels normal and manageable instead of \"bad.\" Students light up when they can connect a feeling to an activity, discussion, or visual tool that helps them calm down and problem solve. Several students who typically struggle to participate during discussions or become overwhelmed during the school day have especially connected with these resources. Some students now independently use calming strategies, identify their feelings before escalating, and even help classmates work through difficult moments. Watching students gain confidence in understanding themselves and supporting one another has been one of the most rewarding parts of this project.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting not only academic growth, but also the emotional well-being of my students. Your generosity has helped create a classroom environment where students feel seen, supported, and empowered to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1746786036765,"projectUrl":"project/anger-sadness-and-nervousness-oh-my/9146312/","projectTitle":"Anger, Sadness, and Nervousness! Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9142463_orig.jpg?crop=2308,2308,x262,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748541463421","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9142463"},{"teacherId":8366246,"projectId":9702116,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our classroom. My students are super engaged with math and are loving the hands on manipulatives to help them with their fractions. \r\n\r\nThe counting bears have been helping my students struggling with counting be excited about learning again and wanting to count. \r\n\r\nWe use our social skills (Little Spot) on a daily basis. The kids love learning about the different emotions and how they can use the different strategies when they are feeling dysregulated. \r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, my students are closing the gaps in their learning and are learning how to empower themselves everyday.","fullyFundedDate":1760715703291,"projectUrl":"project/math-manipulatives-and-coping-skills/9702116/","projectTitle":"Math Manipulatives and Coping Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Allsup","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8366246_orig.jpg?crop=660,660,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646940891451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8366246"},{"teacherId":9414778,"projectId":9709552,"letterContent":"Thank you for the headphones. They have made a big difference in our classroom. Students can now focus better during independent work, hear instructions clearly, and use audio lessons without distractions. This helps them finish tasks faster and lets me work with small groups more effectively.\r\n\r\nStudents like being able to replay directions and listen at their own pace. A few students who struggle with attention or anxiety choose headphones first — they calm down faster and join lessons more easily. English learners also benefit because they can hear words and stories more clearly.\r\n\r\nWe appreciate your support. The headphones have helped students learn more independently and made our classroom run smoother. 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