{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lockwood Steam Academy","outOfStateSupporters":29.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8935560,"projectId":9400009,"letterContent":"I've just finished painting and putting up the neon lights, and let me tell you—the room looks SO beautiful! Every time the students and I walk in, we immediately feel happy to be in such a joyful, welcoming space. Parents and fellow teachers who pass by have also been giving the classroom so many kind compliments.\r\n\r\nThe painting took time and careful attention to detail, but we now have one full wall completed, along with Psyduck, Charmander, and Pikachu lights that really bring the room to life. My next step is to begin adding chalk drawings so the space can be fully decorated and continue to grow.\r\n\r\nPlease feel free to reach out if you'd like to see how the drawings come along! This project may continue into the next academic year, but if I hear from you, I'll be sure to remember to send even more updates 😊\r\n\r\nThank you for everything—you've helped make our classroom a truly special place.","fullyFundedDate":1753121284028,"projectUrl":"project/best-classroom-ever/9400009/","projectTitle":"Best Classroom Ever!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Teacher Steven","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8935560"},{"teacherId":8935560,"projectId":9584163,"letterContent":"You wouldn't believe how much these tools have helped our classroom! I have a handful of students who have a hard time with self-regulation—they often feel the need to get up, grab things, or distract others. Since introducing these tools, the students have been noticeably calmer and better able to stay in the spaces they need to be in to learn.\r\n\r\nThis positive change doesn't just benefit those individual students; it also supports the rest of the class, since there are fewer distractions and a more focused learning environment overall. The calming waterfall has been especially helpful in helping students relax and reset.\r\n\r\nOne of the most useful tools has been the wobble chairs. When students are having difficulty staying settled on the carpet or in their seats, I offer them a wobble chair, and they are able to settle in and refocus.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you so much for your donation and for helping my students learn and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1755293118379,"projectUrl":"project/regulation-for-kids-with-different-needs/9584163/","projectTitle":"Regulation for Kids With Different Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Teacher Steven","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8935560"},{"teacherId":8935560,"projectId":9606299,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our class so we could get an air conditioning system. It has helped keep temperatures in our room at a manageable level, and the difference has been truly noticeable. I observed that the students appeared less distressed and were able to enjoy their learning much more.\r\n\r\nIn past years, during the warmer months, we were often uncomfortable and simply pushing through the heat. Students would fan themselves with their hands at their desks and on the carpet—but not anymore! Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is now a more comfortable and supportive learning environment.\r\n\r\nYou truly have been a superhero for us. This has made a huge difference in the conditions of our students' elementary education, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1755807067191,"projectUrl":"project/temperature-regulation-for-learning/9606299/","projectTitle":"Temperature Regulation for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Teacher Steven","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8935560"},{"teacherId":10187749,"projectId":9621404,"letterContent":"My 5th graders and I would like to thank you for your generosity. I've never seen a class so excited to see so many books and materials. Everyday we utilize the books by writing a book report or writing their thoughts about what happened in the chapter they're reading. Everyday for homework, they are also filing out reading logs. The chapter books have been very helpful for our academic hour. \r\n\r\nMy students were very surprised to see all the materials. They were excited to see everything that was donated to them. Overall, it was a very exciting moment for all of them. They wasted no time when it came to using all materials. We thank you for the positive impact that you've made to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758838840482,"projectUrl":"project/balancing-learning-through-books-and-spo/9621404/","projectTitle":"Balancing Learning Through Books and Sports!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yasmine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10187749"},{"teacherId":2776600,"projectId":9658859,"letterContent":"At this time of year I am thankful for your generous support! Our shelves are still bountiful with students' favorite series like Diary of a Wimpy Kid and The Baby-Sitters Club. Series are so special because they keep kids coming back for more. \"Ms. Rebecca, is the next book here?\" Thanks to your donations I've been able to say yes every time! We've filled in gaps of missing series and added new installments. \r\n\r\nYou also helped us add acryclic browsing bins, the perfect durable storage for all those series books. The bins have also been a game changer for creating interactive displays! From \"Would You Rather\" to Indigenous authors, these bins invite students to flip through and browse a greater variety of literature. I can even quickly switch out whole categories of books on display to better match each class visiting the library. I started today featuring biographies with 5th grade, and ended the day with picture books and board books for our transitional kindergarten.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of all our Lockwood students, we hope you have a joyous holiday season!","fullyFundedDate":1757725760274,"projectUrl":"project/cant-stop-reading-binge-worthy-book-se/9658859/","projectTitle":"Can't Stop Reading! Binge-Worthy Book Series","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rebecca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2776600_orig.jpg?crop=1651,1651,x325,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727286616436","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rebecca-edwards"},{"teacherId":10187739,"projectId":9621366,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed! My students and I have been putting the new resources to great use every day. With these materials. The excitement on their faces when they first saw the new materials was unforgettable. Many of them couldn't wait to explore and immediately started asking questions and sharing ideas. For some, it was their first time using tools and materials like these, and it sparked a new level of curiosity and confidence in learning.thank you guys so much for these materials! My class is more than thankful","fullyFundedDate":1761499422084,"projectUrl":"project/amazing-recess/9621366/","projectTitle":"Amazing Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Polanco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10187739_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757451322049","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10187739"},{"teacherId":10187741,"projectId":9621385,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donations of supplies and snacks to our 2nd grade afterschool program. The supplies have helped create a more engaging and organized learning environment where students can explore new activities with enthusiasm. Having the right materials allows us to add more hands-on projects, games, and creative lessons that keep our students excited to learn and participate every day.\r\n\r\nThe snacks you provided have also made a big difference—helping students stay energized, focused, and ready to learn after a long school day. Your kindness has truly brightened our classroom and reminded the students that there are caring people who believe in their growth and success. We are deeply grateful for your support and for helping make our afterschool program a place where every child feels valued and encouraged to try new things.","fullyFundedDate":1761499420887,"projectUrl":"project/support-for-an-amazing-after-school-prog/9621385/","projectTitle":"Support for an Amazing After School Program!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Angelica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10187741"},{"teacherId":2776600,"projectId":9304825,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for refilling our shelves! We are a couple months into library visits and your support has made a huge difference in welcoming our youngest readers. The early reader books on high interest topics like cute animals and sports gave our non-fiction bins \"curb appeal\" and all have been checked out many time. As I walk around the school kids come up to me and say \"I love my book!\"\r\n\r\nThe Lil Libros board book series was an exciting addition to our Latine Literature theme in kindergarten. Students were excited to find their home countries included - Guatemala and El Salvador are the most common in our population but are very underrepresented in kids books. Our Dual Language Spanish classes also enjoyed the biography of Pura Belpre, a groundbreaking bilingual librarian. \r\n\r\nMy highlight came with one of the interactive board books! A new student in our early special day class was very scared of new places and cried during the first library visit. However, yesterday she was immediately entranced by our read-aloud \"Peekaboo Pumpkin\" and then spent 10 minutes manipulating the moving parts to great delight.\r\n\r\nThanks again for getting us off to a great start this year. First impressions are key to developing a positive, lifelong relationship with libraries!","fullyFundedDate":1755627796202,"projectUrl":"project/everyone-can-read/9304825/","projectTitle":"Everyone Can Read!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rebecca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2776600_orig.jpg?crop=1651,1651,x325,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727286616436","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rebecca-edwards"},{"teacherId":107622,"projectId":9391736,"letterContent":"Since receiving these essential supplies, I've seen a meaningful difference in my classroom environment and in my students' confidence and engagement. With access to their own reusable water bottles, students stay hydrated and focused throughout the day. They no longer need to leave class to get a drink of water, which means more learning time and smoother lesson transitions.\r\n\r\nHaving pencils, mechanical pencils, and lead refills readily available has eliminated a major barrier to learning. Students no longer have to worry about not having the basic tools they need to write, draw, or take notes. They can start each lesson prepared and ready to participate. It's a small change that's had a big impact on their independence and sense of ownership over their learning.\r\n\r\nThe pencil pouches have helped students stay organized and take responsibility for their materials. It's been wonderful to see them take pride in keeping their supplies neat and accessible—skills that support focus and time management beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nFinally, the Clorox wipes have helped maintain a clean, healthy learning space. Students take turns helping keep the classroom tidy, fostering a sense of community and care for our shared environment. This has also contributed to fewer distractions and absences, as a cleaner space supports overall wellness.\r\n\r\nAltogether, these items have strengthened our classroom culture of readiness, respect, and resilience. My students feel cared for and equipped to do their best work—and that confidence carries through in their participation, collaboration, and enthusiasm for learning each day.","fullyFundedDate":1754174541476,"projectUrl":"project/hydration-supplies-setting-students/9391736/","projectTitle":"“Hydration & Supplies: Setting Students Up for Success”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Balasubramanian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-balasubramanian"},{"teacherId":107622,"projectId":9198612,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are using their new resources every day to grow both academically and emotionally. The supplies are helping us build important social-emotional skills such as responsibility, confidence, and teamwork, while also supporting daily academic routines like our math journals. Each morning, students now begin the day by opening their journals, sharpening their pencils, and tackling math problems that strengthen their problem-solving skills and perseverance.\r\n\r\nOne special moment was watching a student who often struggles with confidence proudly share her completed math journal page with the class. Having her own materials gave her the encouragement she needed to participate, and her classmates celebrated her effort. Moments like these show how these simple resources create lasting impact.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be expanding our social-emotional lessons by using journals not only for math but also for reflection and goal setting. These tools are helping students express themselves, take ownership of their learning, and build confidence in both academics and relationships.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the resources and encouragement they need to thrive every day.","fullyFundedDate":1745496311976,"projectUrl":"project/seeking-daily-practice-while-supporting/9198612/","projectTitle":"Seeking Daily Practice While Supporting Learning and Structure!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Balasubramanian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-balasubramanian"},{"teacherId":8252201,"projectId":9072441,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! Your generous contribution of Steam items has been a huge help for our kindergarten classroom. We are using the funds to purchase new books, art supplies, and hands-on items that will make learning fun and exciting for our students.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is a powerful lesson in itself, showing our students the importance of giving and community support. Your donation is not just a gift; it's an investment in the education and future of these young learners.\r\n\r\nThe children are so excited about all the new things we will be able to get, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1745496309534,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-creations-cultivating-curi/9072441/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Creations: Cultivating Curious Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8252201_orig.png?crop=964,964,x0,y41&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689392458170","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8252201"},{"teacherId":8252201,"projectId":9073003,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! Your generous contribution of books and toys has been a huge help for our kindergarten classroom. We used the funds to add diverse books and toys to our classroom that will make learning fun and exciting for our students. As well as. create a deeper sense of self and acceptance of others. \r\n\r\nYour kindness is a powerful lesson in itself, showing our students the importance of giving and community support. Your donation is not just a gift; it's an investment in the education and future of these young learners.\r\n\r\nThe children are so excited about all the new things we will be able to get, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1744234762373,"projectUrl":"project/diverse-books-toys-for-little-learners/9073003/","projectTitle":"Diverse Books & Toys for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8252201_orig.png?crop=964,964,x0,y41&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689392458170","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8252201"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_94482","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":662,"numTeachers":13,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":21,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":64,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"50.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":70.1,"schoolId":94482,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lockwood Steam Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lockwood Steam Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/oakland-unified-school-district/futures-elementary-school-at-lockwood/94482"}