{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Harry Bridges Span School","outOfStateSupporters":18.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4672328,"projectId":9121457,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support. Many students have already been using the supplies. It certainly means a lot for us that you have donated these items for us. Especially during times like these when the semester is coming to an end, many students are forgetting even their basic necessities so it has helped them come to school knowing that I will have their needs met! \r\n\r\nOur classroom has become a safe space where students even bring their friends for materials. This has been a joy for me to experience. On campus, there are many locations for students to grab what they need, but not every space is safe. You have made it accessible for all.","fullyFundedDate":1741968993692,"projectUrl":"project/its-that-time/9121457/","projectTitle":"It's That Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karen Orozco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4672328_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747351211349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/karen-orozco"},{"teacherId":1059718,"projectId":9507823,"letterContent":"My students have grown so much this year academically. Some of my students have grown up to 2 grade levels in grades in math. This is significant because of the students entered my class many grade levels behind. It is because of your help that the students have grown. Students have been able to complete projects that they would normally not have been able to, with the help of your donations. Because of the tools in my class, the student have been able to take advantage of focusing on their work and being able to complete their work.","fullyFundedDate":1757562475491,"projectUrl":"project/making-silence-golden/9507823/","projectTitle":"Making Silence Golden","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DE LA TORRE","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ndelatorre"},{"teacherId":109730,"projectId":10008218,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom. Unfortunately, our district limits us to a very small number of approved technology applications, and they do not always meet the diverse needs of our students. This iPad has made a tremendous difference by allowing me to access tools that better support student learning. For example, I can now use apps like Google Translate to help students who are new to the country understand worksheets and classroom materials, as well as apps that read text aloud for my non-readers. Without your support, many of these students would not have the same access to grade-level curriculum and learning opportunities.\r\n\r\nMy students were also thrilled to receive the pencils and crayons. These are supplies we use every single day, and having them readily available helps ensure students are prepared and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness, generosity, and continued support of our students and classroom. It truly makes a meaningful difference every day.","fullyFundedDate":1771021571827,"projectUrl":"project/technology-for-teaching-one-ipad-endle/10008218/","projectTitle":"Technology for Teaching: One iPad, Endless Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Diaz-Duran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp109730_orig.jpg?crop=1380,1380,x0,y161&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594763164480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missdiaz"},{"teacherId":2363062,"projectId":9760204,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our flexible seating project! Because of you, my students now have comfortable chairs and stools that are already making a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a learning space where students can choose seating that works best for them. Whether they are sitting on stools to collaborate with classmates or settling into a comfortable chair to focus independently, they are more engaged, confident, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThese new seating options are doing more than just improving comfort. They are supporting my students' social-emotional growth. They are learning to make choices that help them stay calm, focused, and productive throughout the day. It's been wonderful to see them take ownership of their learning environment and truly thrive.\r\nYour generosity has helped turn our classroom into a welcoming, flexible, and inspiring place for every student. Thank you for believing in my students and for helping us create a space where they can do their very best.","fullyFundedDate":1762267716715,"projectUrl":"project/seats-that-move-minds-that-grow/9760204/","projectTitle":"Seats That Move, Minds That Grow!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trujillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2363062_orig.jpg?crop=788,788,x0,y144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1681607394570","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2363062"},{"teacherId":5631934,"projectId":9260178,"letterContent":"A Huge Thank You from Room 12!\r\nWords cannot express how thankful the students in Room 12 are for your generous donations. When the I first unrolled our new Lakeshore Calming Colors Carpet, the \"kiddos\" were ecstatic! There were cheers all around as they saw the beautiful earth tones and realized they finally had a cozy, dedicated space for our group time. \r\n\r\nThese materials have completely transformed our classroom organization. We are using the Numbered Carpet Markers (1-36) to give each \"future scholar\" their own designated spot on the rug. This has been a game-changer during Morning Meeting; students no longer wander or argue about where to sit, which allows us to start our day with focus and calm. \r\n\r\nWe also use the line Up Spots near the door to help everyone find their number quickly and safely during transitions, making our walk to lunch and recess much smoother.","fullyFundedDate":1746787350403,"projectUrl":"project/soft-spots-for-learning-scholars/9260178/","projectTitle":"Soft Spots for Learning Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ortega","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5631934_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744870895173","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5631934"},{"teacherId":1169120,"projectId":8276353,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project!\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students will have storage bins and pouches to keep their supplies organized, stools for flexible seating, and tools to help keep our classroom clean. These resources will make our learning space more comfortable, organized, and ready for learning.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, you are helping students build important habits like organization and responsibility that will help them in school and in life.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1715365714863,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-organized-and-flexible/8276353/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Organized and Flexible","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jacobs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1169120_orig.jpg?crop=617,617,x342,y332&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566446640244","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-jacobsrm20"},{"teacherId":1169120,"projectId":9252880,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! My students and I are truly grateful to be able to start each school year with the supplies we need to succeed. Your support not only helps us at the beginning of the year, but continues to benefit our classroom throughout the entire year and beyond.\r\n\r\nMy students are always excited to see that the materials they need are readily available. These supplies are essential to our daily learning. We use items like readers' and writers' notebooks, pencils and pencil boxes, glue sticks, black markers, and whiteboards every single day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity makes a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we deeply appreciate your support.","fullyFundedDate":1751040619302,"projectUrl":"project/new-supplies-for-2025-26-school-year/9252880/","projectTitle":"New Supplies for 2025-26 School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jacobs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1169120_orig.jpg?crop=617,617,x342,y332&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566446640244","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-jacobsrm20"},{"teacherId":10247949,"projectId":9696684,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project, \"ELA Students Need New Technology and Tools!\"\r\nBecause of your kindness, my 8th-grade ELA students at Harry Bridges Span School now have the tools they need to succeed. Something as simple as a reliable computer mouse makes a real difference. My students are writers, and having the right technology means they can focus on getting their ideas onto the page instead of struggling with equipment that gets in the way. These new wireless mice will help them complete writing assignments more easily, work through drafts with less frustration, and show up to their work with confidence.\r\nBeyond the technology, your support brought copies of The Last Cuentista into our classroom. The response from my students has been something I won't forget. One student came up to me and said it was their favorite book they had read all year. Hearing that lit them up in a way that reminded me exactly why I teach. That excitement didn't stay with just that one student, it spread through the class, sparking conversations, deeper questions, and a genuine hunger to keep reading and writing. A book that reflects who they are gave them permission to be fully present in their learning.\r\nYour support also brought sensory and fidget tools that help ease anxiety and create a safe space for that kind of openness. Together, these resources are helping me build a classroom where every student feels seen, supported, and ready to grow.\r\nThese kids are preparing for high school, and you just helped make that transition a little smoother and a lot more supported. That means the world to me, and to them.\r\nWith so much gratitude,\r\nMs. Mac\r\nHarry Bridges Span School | Wilmington, CA","fullyFundedDate":1767225563759,"projectUrl":"project/ela-students-need-new-technology-and-too/9696684/","projectTitle":"ELA Students Need New Technology and Tools!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10247949_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757441435477","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10247949"},{"teacherId":9086933,"projectId":9928977,"letterContent":"I'm beyond grateful and thankful for your donations. We received granola bars, Cheez-Its, pop tarts, small keychains, colored pens, travel size deodorants and reusable water bottles .As the Amazon packages arrived, the students were filled with anticipation and excitement to see what had arrived. Many students asked to stay in during nutrition to see what was in the boxes. as the word spread about the prizes arriving many students stopped by my classroom throughout the day to get a glimpse at the prizes. \r\nI frequently asked the students for suggestions on what they would like to see in the prize box. and many students asked for drinks and snacks. This Friday we will be exchanging our tickets for snacks and other small prizes. Students come in everyday and eagerly ask what can I do to earn more tickets? Our next project is how mountain building and Earthquakes are related. Thank you again in joining me on this journey of trying to make a difference in the world one child at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1765995927303,"projectUrl":"project/what-gets-rewarded-gets-done/9928977/","projectTitle":"What Gets Rewarded Gets Done","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9086933_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753138224709","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-alvarezhbss"},{"teacherId":9910082,"projectId":9775304,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of colorful markers and large-scale graphing posters to our 8th-grade classroom.\r\nSystems of equations can often feel intimidating for students, but these materials changed the energy in the room entirely. Instead of squinting at small notebook paper, my students were able to collaborate on \"big-picture\" math. They used the vibrant markers to color-code different linear equations, which helped them visually identify the exact point of intersection with much more confidence.\r\nSeeing them so engaged and excited to show off their \"math art\" was a highlight of our semester. Thank you for investing in our students and making math both accessible and fun!","fullyFundedDate":1762907140696,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-math-to-life-8th-graders-grap/9775304/","projectTitle":"\"Bringing Math to Life: 8th-Graders Graph Real-World Solution in Color!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bourdette","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9910082"},{"teacherId":2363062,"projectId":9446139,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us create our Bright and Cozy Reading Zone! Because of you, my students now have comfy floor cushions and flashlights that make reading feel extra fun and special. The kids were beyond excited, and it's been amazing to see how something so simple can make such a big difference in their love for reading.\r\n\r\nFlashlight Reading Fridays are already a class favorite! Students grab a cushion, flip on a flashlight, and happily get lost in their books. Your generosity helped turn reading time into something cozy, engaging, and memorable. Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping make reading such a joyful experience for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1757264931876,"projectUrl":"project/bright-and-cozy-reading-zone/9446139/","projectTitle":"Bright and Cozy Reading Zone","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trujillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2363062_orig.jpg?crop=788,788,x0,y144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1681607394570","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2363062"},{"teacherId":9086933,"projectId":9821891,"letterContent":"We were able to use the supplies for two projects. The first was creating a cell model. Students worked in pairs and either created a plant or animal cell. At the end of the week students gave positive feedback to their peers as we did a gallery walk. They were all excited to see each other's models. \r\nThe second project was focusing in on two of Earth's spheres and how they interact. The students were eager to start science every day. The students who normally didn't talk much and are very shy would come in and ask what are we doing for science today. It gave me great joy in seeing my students eager to learn and it just warmed my heart. 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