{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Laurel Dell Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":16.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6622390,"projectId":9690046,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our flexible seating stools for our 5th grade classroom. The moment my students walked in and saw the new stools, their faces absolutely lit up. Several of them immediately asked if they could try them during independent reading, and within minutes they were rotating through, discovering which seats helped them focus best. One student said, \"I feel like I can actually sit still and think!\"—a reminder of just how powerful the right learning tools can be.\r\n\r\nThese stools have already transformed the way we work together. My students use them during small-group lessons, partner discussions, and writing workshops, and I've noticed increased engagement and calmer transitions. They love having a sense of choice and autonomy, which has made our classroom feel even more welcoming and student-centered. As we continue our current research and writing unit, these stools will support students in moving easily between groups, collaborating more comfortably, and staying focused for longer periods of time.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in their learning, comfort, and confidence. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1757436449330,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-and-small-group-space/9690046/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating and Small Group Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Theriault","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6622390"},{"teacherId":662437,"projectId":9293279,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"We Want to Celebrate You!\" project. Because of your generosity, our 1st graders have been able to enjoy special moments where they truly shine — on their birthdays and during their Star of the Week celebrations.\r\n\r\nOur students have absolutely loved sharing about themselves during their Star of the Week presentations. They've had meaningful opportunities to teach their classmates who they are, discover similarities and differences, and celebrate what makes each of them unique.\r\n\r\nAnd their birthday surprises have been such a hit! The crowns, necklaces, books, and cupcake-scented stickers bring so much joy — the kids proudly show them off and love sharing the excitement with their friends.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us make our first graders feel seen, celebrated, and extra loved. Your kindness makes a real difference in our classroom every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1746787284083,"projectUrl":"project/we-want-to-celebrate-you/9293279/","projectTitle":"We Want to Celebrate You!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nunez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp662437_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565014954264","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-nunez"},{"teacherId":1511346,"projectId":9386265,"letterContent":"Thank you for the generous donation to help make our classroom organized, colorful and ready for any work. The supplies are fun and interesting and engaging to all students. The important supplies allow the students to be organized and ready to produce amazing work. The students love working with these new and great classroom supplies and they help make the different subjects successful. The students are highly engaged and it is there favorite year so far because they feel ready and organized and have the supplies to feel successful.","fullyFundedDate":1752162162658,"projectUrl":"project/essential-classroom-supplies/9386265/","projectTitle":"Essential Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Belmont","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1511346"},{"teacherId":1511346,"projectId":9051664,"letterContent":"Thank you for the generous donation to help make our new 5th grade garden fun and interesting and engaging to all students. The garden stations allow the students to think critically and logically and they work individually and cooperatively on these tricky and stimulating plantings and projects. The students love working with these planters and seeds and soil and they help make the different garden rotations fly by. The students are highly engaged and it is there favorite science class because they get to be creative and it serves as a break from paper pencil or computer screen time.","fullyFundedDate":1746735112402,"projectUrl":"project/school-garden-experience/9051664/","projectTitle":"School Garden Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Belmont","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1511346"},{"teacherId":1511346,"projectId":9051396,"letterContent":"Thank you for the generous donation to help make our math rotations fun and interesting and engaging to all students. The math puzzles allow the students to think critically and logically and they work individually and cooperatively on these tricky and stimulating puzzles. The students love working with these puzzles and they help make the different math rotations fly by. The students are highly engaged and it is there favorite rotation because they get to be creative and it serves as a break from paper pencil or computer screen time.","fullyFundedDate":1746823646778,"projectUrl":"project/math-center-fun/9051396/","projectTitle":"Math Center Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Belmont","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1511346"},{"teacherId":660135,"projectId":9518828,"letterContent":"Your support has made a big impact on my classroom reading program. First, I was able to purchase new books for our classroom library, providing a wider variety of engaging titles for students to choose from. This has been a huge motivator, and I've seen a notable increase in the number of books students are reading independently.\r\n\r\nYour donation also helped provide exciting new treasures for the students to earn when they fill up their reading logs. This simple but effective incentive has created a buzz around reading and has turned it into a fun individual challenge. \r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond just funding a program; it's an investment in the future of our students. You are helping to build a community of lifelong readers and learners. Thank you again for your incredible generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1754902953230,"projectUrl":"project/irresistible-reading-rewards/9518828/","projectTitle":"Irresistible Reading Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp660135_orig.png?crop=358,358,x140,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598834241028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mgreen"},{"teacherId":662437,"projectId":9293351,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our \"3, 2, 1...Fun in the Sun!\" project!\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, each one of our first grade students kicked off their summer break with a big smile and a bucket filled with joy—literally! The kids were so excited to receive their summer buckets filled with engaging books, fun activities, and thoughtful goodies. The squeals, gasps, and pure joy on their faces said it all!\r\n\r\nYour support made it possible for every student to go home with something special to keep their minds active, their creativity flowing, and their hearts full throughout the break. Many of my students don't always have access to these kinds of resources at home, so this gift means more than you know.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me send them off into summer with the tools they need to keep learning and having fun. Your generosity truly made a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1746498287222,"projectUrl":"project/3-2-1fun-in-the-sun/9293351/","projectTitle":"3, 2, 1....Fun in the Sun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nunez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp662437_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565014954264","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-nunez"},{"teacherId":662437,"projectId":8977055,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom art project! Because of your kindness, each of our students now has their very own set of watercolors—one for class use and one to take home. The joy these paints have brought to our room is truly heartwarming. The kids are absolutely loving the chance to create both in school and at home.\r\n\r\nWe're also so grateful for the new art rack. It has made a world of difference, especially for our resident art teacher, who now has a dedicated space to help students keep their artwork organized. Each week, the kids are able to store their art projects safely and pick up right where they left off—no more lost or crumpled masterpieces!\r\n\r\nYour contribution has brought more creativity, color, and excitement to our classroom. Thank you for helping us make art a lasting and meaningful part of our students' learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1733239686332,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-creations-for-first-grade-artis/8977055/","projectTitle":"Colorful Creations for First Grade Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nunez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp662437_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565014954264","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-nunez"},{"teacherId":662437,"projectId":9043978,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in bringing Dave Nettell's Cooperative Adventures program to our school! Because of you, our students were able to participate in a truly transformative experience—one that helped them grow not just as learners, but as individuals.\r\n\r\nFrom the very first moment of the visit, students were hooked. Mr. Nettell's energy, creativity, and care had them fully engaged in every activity, and the impact was immediate. Through challenges like the clapping challenge, the Question of the Day, partner dancing, and the plank challenge, students practiced essential life skills in a way that felt fun, safe, and empowering.\r\n\r\nThroughout the program, students learned the importance of taking initiative, having body control, staying calm under pressure, tracking the speaker, and, above all, working as a team. These aren't just classroom skills—they're tools that will help our students thrive in relationships, solve problems thoughtfully, and navigate the world with confidence and empathy.\r\n\r\nIt was incredible to see students encouraging one another, reflecting on their choices, and recognizing their own growth. They left the program inspired, empowered, and ready to make positive contributions to their community.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us provide this unforgettable experience. Your generosity has made a lasting difference in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1737377888916,"projectUrl":"project/virtual-cooperative-adventures-and-chall/9043978/","projectTitle":"Virtual Cooperative Adventures and Challenges with Mr. Nettell","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nunez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp662437_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565014954264","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-nunez"},{"teacherId":662437,"projectId":8968659,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom project! Because of your support, each of our students now has access to a durable pair of headphones—and the difference has been incredible.\r\n\r\nThese are the first pair of headphones we've had that have lasted the entire school year! They've held up beautifully through daily use, and because of their durability and effectiveness, we plan to purchase the same model for our incoming first graders next year. Your gift didn't just support one group of students—it's helping us build a strong foundation for future learners too.\r\n\r\nWith these headphones, students can fully immerse themselves in iReady's personalized lessons in reading and math. They're able to focus, hear clearly, and grow at their own pace without distractions. It's been amazing to see how much more confident and engaged they are during learning time.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and making personalized learning possible. We're so grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1732895060550,"projectUrl":"project/all-ears-for-learning-headphones-for-my/8968659/","projectTitle":"All Ears for Learning: Headphones for My First Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nunez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp662437_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565014954264","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-nunez"},{"teacherId":595294,"projectId":8970070,"letterContent":"Wow! You would not believe the difference your contribution has made to our ability to reach our academic goals in Reading and Math! Although headphones may sound like a simple supply, having the right headphones has allowed our students to focus on their personalized online Reading and Math lessons. \r\n\r\nMany students have already met their learning goals on this platform! They can independently navigate using the technology and having durable headphones has helped so much! \r\n\r\nWe no longer deal with broken headphone jacks stuck in iPads, rendering the devices unusable for days! All students are able to access their lessons daily! \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous contribution to this project!","fullyFundedDate":1732895060484,"projectUrl":"project/all-ears-for-learning-headphones-for-my/8970070/","projectTitle":"All Ears for Learning: Headphones for My First Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Donoghue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp595294_orig.jpg?crop=381,381,x9,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1586290433216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-odonoghue"},{"teacherId":9522186,"projectId":9061365,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to make our classroom a better place. With your generous donation, we were able to get headphones for our class and got them just on time for our state testing. The students were so excited to hear we were getting new ones because their old ones are either broken or the sound no longer works. The headphones we got thanks to you are a lot more durable, more compact for storing in the classroom and have much better sound! The students have been enjoying them and we cannot thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1738188676620,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-3rd-grade/9061365/","projectTitle":"Headphones for 3rd Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9522186"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4321","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":283,"numTeachers":8,"percentFrplEligible":92,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":90,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"35.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":84.0,"schoolId":4321,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Laurel Dell Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Laurel Dell Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/san-rafael-city-elementary-school-district/laurel-dell-elementary-school/4321"}