{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Esperanza Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":18.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4363634,"projectId":10442358,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Treasure Chest of Brave Choices has become so much more than a collection of fun prizes. It has become a way to celebrate the small but incredibly important moments that happen in our classroom every day. A student takes a chance and shares a math strategy. Someone keeps working through a problem even after getting frustrated. A child notices a classmate who needs a friend and chooses kindness. In those moments, I get to stop and say, \"I saw what you did, and it mattered.\" Watching a student's face change when they realize their effort has been noticed has reminded me just how powerful a little encouragement can be.\r\n\r\nSometimes that little bit of encouragement is exactly what a child needs to try again tomorrow. A small treasure might seem insignificant, but to a student it can represent something much bigger: My teacher noticed me. Someone saw me being brave. What I did mattered. And the wonderful thing is that the reasons for visiting our treasure chest are as unique as the children themselves. Not every student will be the first to finish an assignment or earn the highest score, but every student deserves an opportunity to be noticed and celebrated. This project has helped us create a classroom culture where growth, perseverance, courage, compassion, and effort are worthy of recognition.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving me another way to remind my students that there is something in each of them worth noticing. Your support has brought joy and excitement into our classroom, but its impact reaches far beyond the prizes themselves. Each trip to the treasure chest is a tiny celebration of a child becoming a little more confident, a little more willing to take a risk, or a little more aware of the good they can bring to the people around them. Sometimes children don't need a grand gesture, they just need someone to notice, someone to encourage them, and someone to believe that the small brave thing they did today might lead to something even bigger tomorrow. Thank you for helping me be that someone.","fullyFundedDate":1788636535690,"projectUrl":"project/the-treasure-chest-of-brave-choices/10442358/","projectTitle":"The Treasure Chest of Brave Choices","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heuberger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4363634_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1560361467974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-heuberger"},{"teacherId":4363634,"projectId":10281155,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom library has been completely transformed. Before these new baskets arrived, books were difficult to organize and even harder for students to browse independently. Now our library is inviting, organized, and easy to navigate, making it simple for students to find books that match their interests and reading levels. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by crowded shelves, my students are excited to explore, discover new authors, and choose books with confidence.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting changes has been watching students spend more time simply browsing. The baskets have made our library feel like a place to explore rather than just a place to check out a book. Students are discovering genres they may never have considered, recommending favorites to classmates, and eagerly asking, \"Can I pick out another book?\" The organization has given them ownership of our classroom library, and that sense of independence has made reading even more meaningful.\r\n\r\nA well-organized classroom library does so much more than hold books. It opens doors to imagination, curiosity, and a lifelong love of reading. Your generosity has made our books more accessible and our reading community stronger. Every time a student finds the perfect story, loses themselves in a new adventure, or discovers a book they can't wait to recommend to a friend, it is because of your kindness. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where every child can begin their own Story Safari.","fullyFundedDate":1785184346340,"projectUrl":"project/story-safari-organizing-our-jungle-of-b/10281155/","projectTitle":"Story Safari: Organizing Our Jungle of Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heuberger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4363634_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1560361467974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-heuberger"},{"teacherId":4363634,"projectId":10334057,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has been transformed in a way that is felt every single day. Before these desk socks arrived, the constant scraping of chairs across the floor created a steady backdrop of noise that made it difficult for students to concentrate and interrupted the calm learning environment we work so hard to create. Now, our classroom is noticeably quieter, allowing students to move naturally throughout the day without the distracting screech of chairs following every transition. Even something as simple as pushing in a chair has become peaceful.\r\n\r\nOne of the greatest, and perhaps most unexpected benefits has been the impact beyond our own classroom walls. Directly beneath us is a kindergarten classroom, and every chair scraped across our floor echoed through their ceiling. Thanks to your support, you've helped create a calmer learning environment not only for my fifth graders but also for some of the youngest learners in our school. It's a wonderful reminder that even a small change can have a ripple effect, touching far more students than we ever imagined.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given us something that can't be measured in supplies alone: the gift of a peaceful classroom. With fewer distractions, my students are better able to focus, collaborate, and engage with their learning, while our neighbors downstairs can enjoy a quieter day as well. Thank you for helping transform our classroom from a stampede to serenity. Your kindness has made a lasting difference for children throughout our school, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1782064893208,"projectUrl":"project/from-stampede-to-serenity-a-safari-clas/10334057/","projectTitle":"From Stampede to Serenity: A Safari Classroom Upgrade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heuberger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4363634_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1560361467974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-heuberger"},{"teacherId":1249934,"projectId":9984289,"letterContent":"I'm happy to share a glimpse of the excitement receiving our materials gave us and the ways it brought our lessons to life. \r\n\r\nMy students immediately wanted to start using the wobble stools at our small group table. Instead of 2 kids getting to use the ones I already had, now 4 kiddos could sit and rock themselves gently as we tackled a difficult math problem or deconstructed a challenging text together. That ability to self-regulate so easily helped them engage in learning with more success.\r\n\r\nEvery time we did a fun extension activity, they always asked if it was a Teachers Pay Teachers (TpT) resource. The answer was always yes. It is such a gift to be able to make purchases using a TpT card without having to second guess whether a resource was more than I could spend on any given week. Believe it or not, printing on the neon paper this project funded added just the pop of color our days needed to make learning extra fun. \r\n\r\nI'm sincerely grateful for your kind donations that funded my project. Moreover, thank you for teaching my students an invaluable lesson in kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1777051739295,"projectUrl":"project/hocus-pocus-time-to-focus/9984289/","projectTitle":"Hocus Pocus, Time to Focus!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rai","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1249934_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501623261293","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-rai"},{"teacherId":28557,"projectId":9559285,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your extremely generous donations. Thank you for empowering and caring for my students. The classroom rug is a much needed tool in my highly interactive classroom and to be without one was extremely difficult. I am grateful for your support. Our old rug was actually removed from the classroom by a supervisor because of its condition and my class resorted to using our yoga mats for whole group instructions for many weeks. Although the new rug is now dirty and worn, students were extremely excited to receive something brand new. Thank you for your support once again.","fullyFundedDate":1758736763946,"projectUrl":"project/the-classroom-community-rug/9559285/","projectTitle":"The Classroom Community Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Der","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-der"},{"teacherId":110025,"projectId":10180829,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my Exploring the Universe project! This was the perfect activity to celebrate the end of another week of testing. Students enthusiastically worked together to complete their models. My heart was full as I saw students who are usually shy help others to understand the directions. All of their eyes lit up with pride when they got the gears to work. \r\n\r\nDuring discussions, students used the models to clearly explain their learning about the patterns of Earth and the sky. They also made new observations to build upon their previous ideas. \r\n\r\nThank you again for helping to provide a fun, engaging, and educational project. Students cannot wait to take their solar systems home to show their caregivers!","fullyFundedDate":1776135844426,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-the-universe-individual-solar/10180829/","projectTitle":"Exploring the Universe: Individual Solar System Kits for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110025_orig.png?crop=284,284,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772047176454","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/110025"},{"teacherId":110025,"projectId":10200214,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my Creativity Without Limits project! The metallic paint is a big hit and students immediately started picking out their favorite colors. The students are also excited to start creating projects with the clay and tools. Some have started looking through the art book to pick out projects that represent their culture. The watercolor paper will improve the quality of their artwork and allow us to experiment with new artistic techniques. Having quality materials makes a huge difference in the classroom. Because of your support, my students can create artwork they are proud of while building confidence, imagination, and a love for learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom will have access to new materials and opportunities that inspire imagination and creativity! They are ready to discover talents they may not have known they had.","fullyFundedDate":1777948080652,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-without-limits-art-supplies/10200214/","projectTitle":"Creativity Without Limits: Art Supplies for Young Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110025_orig.png?crop=284,284,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772047176454","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/110025"},{"teacherId":110025,"projectId":10200687,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my Hands-On Learning project! My students wanted to get started with the manipulatives right away! Students were excited to build domes and connect their building to our previous learning about the Renaissance architect, Brunelleschi. We built different molecules to connect to our Modeling Matter unit in Science. We used the rainforest animals to build food chains for our Ecosystem unit. The students are already testing each other with our multiplication and division flashcards. \r\n\r\nAlready, I can see an increased enthusiasm in their learning. They are engaging in discussions and building their confidence. Thank you for helping to create a fun and enriching learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1777948080518,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-manipulatives-for-en/10200687/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning: Manipulatives for Engaged Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110025_orig.png?crop=284,284,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772047176454","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/110025"},{"teacherId":110025,"projectId":10118761,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our Print It Proudly project! Students were shocked when they saw the box in our classroom. They couldn't wait to open it! We are currently working on a poetry unit, and several students have already asked to copy their poems to share with others. \r\n\r\nHaving reliable printing supplies will make our classroom run more smoothly and effectively. The extra ink ensures that we will be able to print many projects. Your kindness shows my students that there are people who believe in them and care about their education. Thank you, again!","fullyFundedDate":1777948080337,"projectUrl":"project/print-it-proudly-helping-students-becom/10118761/","projectTitle":"Print It Proudly: Helping Students Become Published Authors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110025_orig.png?crop=284,284,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772047176454","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/110025"},{"teacherId":4363634,"projectId":10075611,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, Powered by Toner, Driven by Imagination has already begun to make a meaningful difference in our classroom. While it may seem simple, having reliable access to printing has transformed the way my students engage with their learning. They are now able to bring their ideas to life; whether that's publishing their writing, creating visual components for projects, or sharing their thinking in ways that feel tangible and real. Instead of work living only on a screen, students can hold, revise, and take pride in something they've created.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting to watch is the shift in ownership and enthusiasm. Students light up when they see their work printed and displayed, and they approach projects with more care and intention, knowing their ideas will be shared beyond their desks. For many of my students, especially those who are still developing confidence in their academic abilities, this has been incredibly empowering. I've seen quieter students beam with pride as they hold their finished work, and others eagerly ask to revise and improve before printing, treating their work like something worth publishing.\r\n\r\nYour support has made our classroom feel more creative, more connected, and more alive with possibility. This isn't just about toner. It's about giving students the tools to see themselves as thinkers, creators, and contributors. Thank you for continuing to invest in them and in the work we're doing together. Your generosity is felt every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1777908040975,"projectUrl":"project/powered-by-toner-driven-by-imagination/10075611/","projectTitle":"Powered by Toner, Driven by Imagination!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heuberger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4363634_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1560361467974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-heuberger"},{"teacherId":110025,"projectId":10180819,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the materials, they were so excited! They could not believe they each would get their very own kit. After a long week of state testing, putting the terrariums together was the perfect project. Students worked enthusiastically, and were pleased with their terrariums. We placed them on the windowsills. \r\n\r\nFirst thing Monday morning, without prompting, students went to look at their terrariums to check for growth and evidence of the water cycle. In fact, one of my students who rarely speaks to others was guiding students to their individual terrariums. Students had productive, animated conversations about what they observed.\r\n\r\nWe will continue to observe the terrariums. Students will draw and write about what develops. When we are done with the unit, students will take the terrariums home. They have asked me several times to check that they do, in fact, get to keep them!\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1776135844615,"projectUrl":"project/grow-learn-and-thrive-individual-terr/10180819/","projectTitle":"Grow, Learn, and Thrive: Individual Terrarium Kits for Hands-On Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp110025_orig.png?crop=284,284,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772047176454","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/110025"},{"teacherId":1324929,"projectId":9695276,"letterContent":"These electricity science kits gave my fourth-grade students the chance to explore science through hands-on learning. Instead of only reading about circuits and energy, my students got to build simple circuits, test materials, and see how electricity works in real time. These experiences helped make complex science concepts clear and exciting.\r\n\r\nWith these kits, students developed curiosity, problem-solving skills, and a deeper understanding of STEM concepts. Your support helped bring engaging, meaningful science learning to our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my young scientists!","fullyFundedDate":1757948190967,"projectUrl":"project/science-kits/9695276/","projectTitle":"Science Kits","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nevarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1324929_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725725897698","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-nevarez"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7332","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":537,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":93,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":93,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":81.1,"schoolId":7332,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Esperanza Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Esperanza Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/los-angeles-unified-school-district/esperanza-elementary-school/7332"}