{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Fair Oaks Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8730517,"projectId":10393377,"letterContent":"Adding a new rug and cozy pillows to our classroom library has transformed it into a warm, inviting space where students love to gather, relax, and enjoy reading. The soft rug and comfortable pillows create a welcoming environment where students can curl up with a good book, share stories with friends, and develop a love of reading. This cozy space encourages students to slow down, feel comfortable, and see reading as something they can truly enjoy.\r\n\r\nThe addition of brand-new books has brought even more excitement to our classroom library! Students were eager to explore the new titles, flip through the pages, and discover stories that captured their interest. Their excitement and enthusiasm for reading have been wonderful to see, and it has been so rewarding to watch them find books they love and want to read again and again.\r\n\r\nTogether, the new rug, pillows, and books have made our classroom library a special place where students feel comfortable, inspired, and excited to learn. These additions help foster a love of reading, encourage curiosity and imagination, and create a space where students can build meaningful connections with books that will last far beyond the classroom. We truly appreciate your contribution to making our classroom a comfortable and exciting place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1785257214648,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-library-kids-will-love/10393377/","projectTitle":"Building a Library Kids Will Love","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8730517"},{"teacherId":666659,"projectId":10678182,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donations to our classroom. Thank you Mirnahill Foundation for your support, we were able to purchase new sports balls and cones for our students, and the impact has been awesome!\r\nSeeing the children's faces light up when the new equipment arrived was truly unforgettable. These items are so much more than just sports gear to us. The cones have allowed us to set up structured, creative games, while the new balls have ensured that every single child gets a chance to participate, stay active, and feel included during our activities. \r\nThrough these resources, my students are not only developing their physical skills, but they are also learning invaluable lessons about teamwork, sharing, and sportsmanship.\r\nYour kindness has brought so much joy and energy to our daily routine. It means the world to my students and me to know that we have a community of people who care so deeply about our education and well-being.\r\nThank you once again for making a positive difference in our classroom. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1790021304569,"projectUrl":"project/play-hard-to-learn-hard/10678182/","projectTitle":"Play Hard to Learn Hard","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Halo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp666659_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753288059091","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-halo"},{"teacherId":666659,"projectId":10524233,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support! The tennis balls have made a world of difference. The floor stays looking cleaner, which makes the space feel cleaner and more organized. More importantly as students move around from table group to table group or into and out of our morning circle, the sound of tennis balls swishing across the floor has been a thousand times more pleasant than the sound of scraping metal on linoleum!\r\nI cannot thank you enough for your generosity. I truly appreciate your time and energy to support our class family.","fullyFundedDate":1787243980147,"projectUrl":"project/ground-control/10524233/","projectTitle":"Ground Control","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Halo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp666659_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753288059091","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-halo"},{"teacherId":7561276,"projectId":10362977,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for funding our classroom materials. As someone who has been fortunate to have your support again and again, I want you to know that your generosity doesn't just stock our shelves. It shapes the way our kindergarteners experience school every single day. Because of you, we started this year fully prepared, with everything we needed for a strong, joyful beginning.\r\n\r\nThe basic supplies and art materials, including the oil pastels, gave our young artists the tools to express themselves right from the start. The hands-on toys have become the heart of our morning routine. Each day, students choose from our morning bins as a soft start to the day, and the bins you helped provide keep everything organized and easy for little hands to manage. The children love coming in each morning, and that excitement is something I see in their faces the moment they walk through the door.\r\n\r\nThe impact on our classroom community has been remarkable. I've watched students collaborate more easily, share ideas, and build things together with growing creativity. They have developed wonderful play skills, and they use our new materials with real independence. They know where things go, how to use them, and how to run their own activities without needing constant direction. For five- and six-year-olds, that kind of self-sufficiency is a big accomplishment, and it gives me more time to connect with students individually and in small groups.\r\n\r\nOur new play kitchen food has been a huge hit. It sparks imaginative play, conversation, and cooperation as children take on roles, negotiate, and invent scenarios together. These are the moments where language and social skills grow in ways no worksheet could ever match.\r\n\r\nYour gift also reached beyond our classroom walls. The decodable BOB Books allow students to take home books that match what they are learning in reading. Families can now support their children with materials at the right level, which builds confidence and helps students make steady progress. Seeing children proudly read to their families is one of the best parts of teaching kindergarten.\r\n\r\nThis is my seventh year teaching kindergarten, and I can honestly say this group stands out for how independent, motivated, and happy they are. I credit much of that to the balance your donations made possible: hands-on play that nurtures creativity and social growth, alongside materials that bring families into their child's learning. Their minds are being nurtured in all the ways they need, and you are a big part of that.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and for investing in these children again and again. Your kindness has made a difference that will stay with them long after this school year ends.","fullyFundedDate":1787141520187,"projectUrl":"project/start-the-school-year-off-strong/10362977/","projectTitle":"Start the School Year Off Strong","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bohannan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7561276"},{"teacherId":1846402,"projectId":10322968,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to see our new rug with its bright, colorful smiley faces! They love sitting together on the carpet to get a closer look at lessons on the Promethean board. We also use the rug during small-group instruction and free-choice time, when students build and create with LEGOs, magnets, and other classroom materials.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to keep using this cozy gathering spot for lessons, small-group activities, and opportunities to learn and play together. The rug gives us a comfortable place to connect, share ideas, and build a strong classroom community. Thank you for helping make our classroom more welcoming!","fullyFundedDate":1789557358892,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-community-space-to-gather-and-con/10322968/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Community Space to Gather and Connect","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1846402_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473662086815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/romeroj"},{"teacherId":10161127,"projectId":10457662,"letterContent":"You funded a Read Naturally program for my 1-5th grade Resource program. The old program that we were utilizing was at least 15 years out of date and difficult for the students to read. With the new program, the font is much larger and clearer and offers updated non fiction stories that my students find interesting. With each new story, they dive deep into the titles and even like to go further with online research into the subject. I have seen an improvement in reading fluency and writing.\r\n\r\nThank you again,","fullyFundedDate":1787137234498,"projectUrl":"project/read-naturally-encore-ii/10457662/","projectTitle":"Read Naturally Encore II","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nielson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10161127"},{"teacherId":10161127,"projectId":10457198,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous donation to my Resource program. The items donated, including a color printer, new library chairs, visuals and basic supplies have already gone a long way to ensure that my classroom provides not only their basic learning needs, but also a calm and vibrant learning environment. My classroom has become the calming environment that students come to when they need a break from the usual mainstream class that can oftentimes be noisy and chaotic. I am very thankful for your donation as well as the Donors Choose team!","fullyFundedDate":1787137435522,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-in-resource/10457198/","projectTitle":"New Year in Resource!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nielson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10161127"},{"teacherId":1846402,"projectId":10325198,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring four beautiful floor seats from Lakeshore Learning into our classroom! The students were so excited to open the boxes and discover the vibrant colors. These seats give us more comfortable seating options close to the board during lessons.\r\n\r\nSeveral students need a closer view when reading or copying from the board, and these seats make it easier for them to see and participate. They are sturdy, comfortable, and easy to clean, making them a wonderful addition to our classroom. Thank you for helping create a welcoming space where every student can learn comfortably!","fullyFundedDate":1789557359966,"projectUrl":"project/a-seat-for-every-learner/10325198/","projectTitle":"A Seat for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1846402_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473662086815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/romeroj"},{"teacherId":1846402,"projectId":10369399,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund these essentials for our classroom! Your generosity has provided toothbrushes for students to use at school, plus a new one for every child to take home. Having access to a toothbrush helps students care for their smiles and feel more confident at school. We also have chapsticks to keep their lips comfortable, especially during the cold winter months.\r\n\r\nThe lens wipes are especially helpful for our students who wear glasses. With the tools they need to keep their glasses clean and looking great, students are more motivated to wear them and enjoy clear vision throughout the school day. Thank you for helping our students feel comfortable, confident, and ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1789140682566,"projectUrl":"project/counting-on-our-care-closet-to-start-the/10369399/","projectTitle":"Counting on Our Care Closet to Start the Year Strong","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1846402_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473662086815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/romeroj"},{"teacherId":482173,"projectId":10378005,"letterContent":"It's only September and we are in full swing! The new resources have been a huge help in creating a positive learning environment. Students are using the My First pencils daily and their penmanship is improving. The privacy boards have been a big success because students are calm and focused when working independently. The storage bins are slowly being filled with manipulatives and our classroom is looking more and more organized. On behalf of my First Graders we want to let you know that you are appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1787141520513,"projectUrl":"project/smart-start/10378005/","projectTitle":"Smart Start","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stiles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lstiles"},{"teacherId":482173,"projectId":10373666,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation and partnership with my amazing first grade classroom. My students were so excited to learn that they would have a germ free environment that supports their well being and increases their brain health. Having a healthy and hygienic classroom is definitely going to help reduce illnesses and student absenteeism.\r\nThank you once again for investing in our classroom's health and helping our first graders thrive. Your generosity truly creates a safer, brighter space for them to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1785905603703,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-and-hygienic/10373666/","projectTitle":"Healthy and Hygienic","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stiles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lstiles"},{"teacherId":6608148,"projectId":10162073,"letterContent":"Thank you for all the books that my students requested! There is nothing like seeing kids excited to read and requesting a book to put on hold. You have helped us add new titles to our dated collections and now students look forward to checking out more books! \r\n\r\nThey are also looking forward to reading the new California Young Reader Medal nominees and voting for their favorite title. This helps my students understand that expressing their opinions about books makes a positive impact. \r\n\r\nWe appreciate you for thinking of us and helping us along our our reading adventures!","fullyFundedDate":1777981575842,"projectUrl":"project/we-kindly-request-these-books-please/10162073/","projectTitle":"We Kindly Request These Books Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aguilar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-aguilar"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4131","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":364,"numTeachers":15,"percentFrplEligible":83,"percentAsian":17,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":17,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":44,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":12,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"24.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":78.0,"schoolId":4131,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Fair Oaks Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Fair Oaks Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/mount-diablo-unified-school-district/fair-oaks-elementary-school/4131"}