{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mae L Feaster Charter School","outOfStateSupporters":30.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9924480,"projectId":9420031,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the LEGO set materials you generously provided for our classroom. My students were beyond excited when they first saw the new materials their faces instantly lit up with curiosity and joy. Since introducing the LEGO station, students have been more engaged than ever, using their creativity to design buildings, vehicles, and imaginative worlds. The LEGO book has inspired them to explore new building techniques, solve problems together, and strengthen their STEM skills through hands-on exploration.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite things I have observed as a teacher is that this project not only encouraged collaboration but also helped students apply what they've learned in math and science in a fun, meaningful way. Currently, my students have started to plan and design a theme park. We plan to continue expanding our LEGO station with themed challenges that connect to our STEM lessons and storytelling units. Thank you again for helping create a space where learning feels like play and where every student feels inspired to build, imagine, and explore!","fullyFundedDate":1753935793355,"projectUrl":"project/stem-curiosity/9420031/","projectTitle":"STEM Curiosity!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morlett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9924480_orig.png?crop=481,481,x0,y201&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739570033654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9924480"},{"teacherId":7883133,"projectId":9402669,"letterContent":"I just want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all of your donations. I know the items on my list seem like small things, and they are, but when you're trying to make a comfortable space for students, it add up, so I appreciate all of the support.\r\n\r\nOf everything, the privacy boards and the wobble stools were the favorite additions. Being 12 years old, you're caught between becoming an adult and still being a kid, so I love being able to pull them to my small table and they come willingly because they can sit in the \"fun\" chairs. Privacy boards have added a lovely pop of color to the classroom. And again, it's a small thing but they're huge so kids feel they have space to work and they're washable so if they mark them I don't have to make new ones! And I was making them out of stapled file folders 😭🤦🏻‍♀️\r\n\r\nThe cushions, the trash pickers and the recycle bin have all helped to make everything just a little bit more clean and comforting. Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1749750889087,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-clean/9402669/","projectTitle":"Comfy & Clean!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7883133_orig.jpg?crop=2038,2038,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626555273517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msmorris804"},{"teacherId":9224074,"projectId":8411329,"letterContent":"Your contributions have set my students up for success in this upcoming year. They now have more up to date, engaging, and popular options to choose from when looking for something to read in their classroom library. This impacts students who do not yet have a love of reading, but one book may change that for them. I have heard students say that they have seen this series as a show on netflix and are connecting with the text through media, which increases their interest in becoming literate! Thank you for your impact on my students :)","fullyFundedDate":1716118038501,"projectUrl":"project/project-literacy/8411329/","projectTitle":"Project Literacy!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9224074"},{"teacherId":9866980,"projectId":9292678,"letterContent":"Organization is huge for me, and with the materials you donated, you made a tremendous difference in my professional career. Your generosity has not only supported my day-to-day needs but has also helped to ease my transition from teaching 5th grade to 8th grade. The shift in grade levels came with many changes, but thanks to your donations, I've been able to maintain a structured and efficient classroom environment. My students now have access to neatly organized construction and colored paper, which has made it much easier for them to complete creative projects successfully and independently.\r\n\r\nI'm especially grateful for the privacy dividers—they've made a noticeable impact during testing and independent work time. We even used them for our end-of-the-year exams, and they helped minimize distractions and promote focus. Additionally, the collapsible cart has already proven to be incredibly useful for organizing supplies and transporting materials. I know it will be an essential tool this summer as I prepare to move classrooms. Thank you, Ripple, for your kindness and support—it truly means the world to me and my students!","fullyFundedDate":1746642165850,"projectUrl":"project/5th-grade-end-of-year-classroom-supplies/9292678/","projectTitle":"5th Grade End-Of-Year Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. De la Parra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9866980_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733697885423","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9866980"},{"teacherId":9924480,"projectId":9115004,"letterContent":"There are truly no words to express how grateful I am for your generous donation. Your support has made a meaningful impact on my students, and I want to share just how much it has meant to them and to me.\r\n\r\nMy students absolutely love their new privacy boards. They've told me how much easier it is to focus during independent work and assessments. The added sense of personal space has helped them feel more confident and comfortable during testing.\r\nIn addition, the Play-Doh has been an incredibly valuable tool, especially for students who experience anxiety. They've used it during testing and in our classroom's calming corner as a sensory tool to help regulate emotions. The black color of the boards has also proven to be beneficial; students have shared that it helps minimize distractions and allows them to concentrate better.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a more peaceful, supportive, and emotionally safe learning environment, something that is deeply important to me. It's because of generous individuals like you that teachers can provide not only academic instruction, but also the social-emotional support our students need to thrive.\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity and for believing in the power of education.","fullyFundedDate":1744033055548,"projectUrl":"project/privacy-boards-to-achieve-our-academic-g/9115004/","projectTitle":"Privacy Boards to Achieve Our Academic Goals!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morlett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9924480_orig.png?crop=481,481,x0,y201&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739570033654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9924480"},{"teacherId":7730594,"projectId":9301034,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our student-led literacy initiative has truly come to life—and the results have been heartwarming. Inspired by the Service Stars mission, our older students have taken on the role of mentors, reading aloud to younger peers in a warm, welcoming environment that celebrates connection and the joy of storytelling.\r\n\r\nWhen we kicked off the first reading session, the room was buzzing with excitement. The younger students gathered eagerly, wide-eyed and smiling as the older students sat beside them with carefully chosen books. One younger student whispered, \"I want to read like that one day,\" and it was clear the impact was already being made.\r\n\r\nFollowing each read-aloud, everyone shared a snack together. These simple moments—sitting in circles, laughing over storylines, and enjoying a treat—have helped build strong bonds between grade levels. It's become a cherished part of the week, where literacy feels less like a lesson and more like a celebration.\r\n\r\nThis project has strengthened reading fluency, listening comprehension, and most importantly, community. The older students have grown in confidence, leadership, and empathy, while the younger ones are developing a love for books that will carry them forward. Because of you, our students are learning that words truly do have the power to connect, inspire, and empower.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of stories—and in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1746215490360,"projectUrl":"project/read-feed-and-lead-building-literacy/9301034/","projectTitle":"Read, Feed, and Lead: Building Literacy Through Story and Snack","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rivaldi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7730594_orig.jpg?crop=1064,1064,x29,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611344062822","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7730594"},{"teacherId":7730594,"projectId":9242465,"letterContent":"Because of your kindness and support, my students now have consistent access to something so many of us take for granted: food. The snacks you helped provide have made a tangible difference in our classroom—fueling not only their bodies but also their ability to focus, participate, and truly engage in learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks and books arrived, the students were thrilled. One student looked at the selection and said, \"This is the best day ever!\" For children who often face food insecurity, having something nourishing during the school day brings both comfort and dignity. These small snacks mean they no longer have to push through hunger to stay focused.\r\n\r\nWe've also created a joyful routine around our snack time. We now pair it with read-alouds from the wonderful books you helped us add to our library. The new titles have quickly become classroom favorites and are sparking meaningful conversations during our social-emotional learning time. Recently, after reading a story about resilience, several students opened up about their own experiences and supported each other with incredible maturity and compassion.\r\n\r\nYour donation went far beyond providing materials—it showed my students that they matter and that others care. Thank you for helping to nourish both their minds and their hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1744832959561,"projectUrl":"project/library-books-and-a-snack/9242465/","projectTitle":"Library Books and a Snack","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rivaldi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7730594_orig.jpg?crop=1064,1064,x29,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611344062822","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7730594"},{"teacherId":7730594,"projectId":9055477,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, I've been able to meet one of the most basic—and most important—needs in my classroom: providing nutritious snacks to my students. Your support has made a meaningful difference in their day-to-day lives, and I can't thank you enough.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks arrived, the excitement was immediate. One student said, \"Now I won't be hungry before lunch!\" It was such a small moment, but it carried so much weight. For many of my students, school meals are their only meals of the day. These snacks have helped bridge that gap, giving them the energy and focus they need to learn, participate, and thrive.\r\n\r\nWe've also used this time to build stronger classroom connections. During snack time, we've been diving into social-emotional learning (SEL) with the new books you helped us get. These stories have sparked powerful conversations about empathy, kindness, and self-awareness. One morning, a student shared how a character reminded her of her little brother, and it led to a heartfelt class discussion about family and responsibility.\r\n\r\nYour gift has provided more than just food or books—it has brought comfort, stability, and opportunities for growth to a group of students who work so hard despite facing daily challenges. As we continue with our SEL lessons, we'll be using these books to reflect, share, and grow as a community.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in us.","fullyFundedDate":1742823887207,"projectUrl":"project/books-and-a-snack/9055477/","projectTitle":"Books and a Snack","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rivaldi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7730594_orig.jpg?crop=1064,1064,x29,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611344062822","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7730594"},{"teacherId":7730594,"projectId":9012090,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well. On behalf of my students, I want to express my heartfelt thanks for your incredibly generous donation to our classroom. Your support in providing snacks and the Little Spot books has made a profound impact on their daily lives and learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have filled bellies and given my students the energy they need to focus and thrive. But beyond that, the Little Spot books you donated have opened new doors for them to explore, imagine, and grow. These books have sparked joy in their hearts, providing a wonderful opportunity to introduce them to valuable lessons about emotions, kindness, and self-awareness. They are already enjoying the stories and the lessons embedded in each page.\r\n\r\nYour contributions—both the nourishing snacks and the meaningful books—have created a warm, supportive, and enriching environment in the classroom. My students feel encouraged, cared for, and more eager to learn each day, thanks to your thoughtful generosity.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for being a part of this journey with us. Your kindness and dedication to supporting our students have made a world of difference, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1734591532730,"projectUrl":"project/book-and-a-snack/9012090/","projectTitle":"Book and a Snack","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rivaldi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7730594_orig.jpg?crop=1064,1064,x29,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611344062822","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7730594"},{"teacherId":7730594,"projectId":8994329,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well. On behalf of my students, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation to our snack program. Your support has made a significant difference in their lives, and we are so grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nThe snacks you provided have not only filled hungry stomachs but also created a sense of care and encouragement in the classroom. It's clear that your generosity goes far beyond providing food—your donation has had a lasting positive impact on my students' well-being, focus, and overall happiness. They feel supported, valued, and motivated to keep learning and growing, thanks to people like you.\r\n\r\nIt's truly inspiring to witness how your contributions are helping create a positive and nurturing environment for these young minds. Your support has helped me create a space where students can feel more comfortable, energized, and eager to engage with their studies.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a part of this journey. Your thoughtfulness and generosity are deeply appreciated, and I am grateful for your continued commitment to making a difference in our community.","fullyFundedDate":1733732628495,"projectUrl":"project/hungry-kids/8994329/","projectTitle":"Hungry Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rivaldi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7730594_orig.jpg?crop=1064,1064,x29,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611344062822","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7730594"},{"teacherId":9866980,"projectId":8994078,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire class, I would like to THANK YOU for your incredibly generous donation of the entire A Series of Unfortunate Events collection. Your gift has not only expanded our classroom library but also motivated some ambitious readers. The quirky and adventurous tales of the Baudelaire orphans have captured the imaginations of our class, and I am thrilled to watch my students immerse themselves in these wonderful books.\r\n\r\nOne student, in particular, has already read through an entire book in just one week! It's truly inspiring to see her and others eagerly discussing the plot twists and mysteries that unfold in each new chapter. This donation has made a lasting impact, and we are so thankful for the opportunity to share these stories with our students. Your support means the world to us and to the kids whose lives you've touched through this gift.","fullyFundedDate":1733892090864,"projectUrl":"project/a-series-of-unfortunate-events-classro/8994078/","projectTitle":"A Series of Unfortunate Events : Classroom Collection","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. De la Parra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9866980_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733697885423","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9866980"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_36195","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1096,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":77,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":91,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.2,"schoolId":36195,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mae L Feaster Charter School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mae L Feaster Charter School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/chula-vista-elementary-school-district/feaster-charter-school/36195"}