{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Loma Park Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":64.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9284611,"projectId":10196917,"letterContent":"Your generous support has given our students new opportunities to move, reset, and practice mindfulness throughout the school day. The new outdoor movement and mindfulness resources are helping students take purposeful breaks, get their bodies moving, and use healthy strategies when they need to refocus or manage big feelings.\r\n\r\nOur students were excited to see the new materials and have enjoyed having activities that make movement and mindfulness feel fun and accessible. As we continue using the stations, we are encouraging students to learn which strategies work best for them and how they can use movement, breathing, and mindfulness to feel ready to learn. 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The alphabet picture cards, CVC word games, and blends and digraphs activities allow students to practice foundational skills through movement, games, and collaboration rather than relying only on worksheets. Students are becoming more confident when identifying sounds, blending letters, decoding unfamiliar words, and applying those skills to their own writing. These resources have been especially valuable during small-group instruction and literacy centers, allowing me to provide targeted practice for students who need additional support while also challenging developing readers. \r\n\r\nThe technology has added an exciting new dimension to our learning. The photo printer allows students to turn their ideas and experiences into meaningful writing by incorporating photographs into stories, personal narratives, and classroom projects. Instead of simply writing a story and turning in a paper, students can see themselves as real authors who create, organize, print, and publish their work. The paper trimmer and electric stapler help us turn students' writing into polished books and portfolios that they can proudly share with classmates and families. Students are particularly excited to see their work transformed from a handwritten draft into something that looks and feels like a real book. \r\n\r\nWhat has been most rewarding is seeing students who may have been hesitant readers or writers become more willing to participate because the activities feel achievable, interactive, and fun. Students who previously needed frequent encouragement are now eager to practice words, share their writing, and celebrate their finished work. This project has helped create a classroom where literacy is not just an assignment—it is something students can experience, create, and be proud of. Your generosity is helping my students build foundational skills while discovering that their voices and ideas are worth putting on the page.","fullyFundedDate":1785331526419,"projectUrl":"project/picture-perfect-stories-bringing-readin/10336383/","projectTitle":"Picture Perfect Stories: Bringing Reading and Writing to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Badillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9628107_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759877886292","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9628107"},{"teacherId":9628107,"projectId":10326246,"letterContent":"This project has brought new energy and possibilities to our second grade classroom by giving my students greater access to technology and engaging learning experiences. The MacBook allows me to bring literacy, math, science, and social studies to life through interactive lessons, digital resources, videos, virtual experiences, and student-friendly activities. Instead of simply reading about a science concept or looking at a picture in a textbook, students can explore it visually and hear explanations that deepen their understanding. In literacy and math, technology provides opportunities for students to practice skills, hear fluent reading, interact with digital activities, and receive additional support based on their individual learning needs. \r\n\r\nThe Bose speaker has been especially exciting because music and sound have become part of our everyday learning. My students love hearing songs, chants, read-alouds, and instructional audio that reinforce concepts we are learning. We use music to practice vocabulary, phonics patterns, math facts, science concepts, social studies topics, and transitions throughout our day. Students who may be hesitant to participate during traditional lessons often become more engaged when learning includes music, movement, and technology. These resources have helped create a classroom where learning feels interactive, accessible, and exciting. \r\n\r\nMost importantly, these materials have helped my students see themselves as capable learners and explorers. Students who are naturally drawn to technology have especially embraced opportunities to interact with digital lessons, while others have become more willing to participate when music and audio are incorporated. In a historically underfunded school, access to these tools helps ensure that my students have opportunities to experience the same types of engaging technology-supported learning that many children may have access to outside of school. This project has not simply provided devices—it has expanded what is possible for my students to learn, discover, and accomplish.","fullyFundedDate":1786541644397,"projectUrl":"project/big-learning-bright-futures-technology/10326246/","projectTitle":"Big Learning, Bright Futures: Technology and Music for Every Subject","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Badillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9628107_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759877886292","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9628107"},{"teacherId":9628107,"projectId":10321482,"letterContent":"Our new resources have made a meaningful difference in our small classroom! The storage containers, totes, and organizers have given our books, manipulatives, and learning tools a place of their own. Our students are using the organized spaces to independently locate and return the materials they need for literacy, math, science, and writing. Seeing our classroom become less cluttered and more functional has helped students focus on learning instead of searching for supplies.\r\nMy students were especially excited to see the colored pencils and pencil sharpener! They immediately began using the pencils to bring their ideas and learning to life through writing illustrations, graphic organizers, and color-coded academic activities. One special moment was watching students independently select and use colored pencils to organize their thinking and add details to their writing. They were proud to have the tools they needed and excited to see how much more organized our classroom had become.\r\nOur next steps are to continue building independence and responsibility as students use and maintain these resources throughout the school year. We will continue using our organized learning tools during reading and writing projects, math activities, science investigations, and daily lessons. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is becoming a space where everything has a place and students have the opportunity to focus, create, collaborate, and learn. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of my second graders!","fullyFundedDate":1786023259736,"projectUrl":"project/organized-spaces-creative-minds/10321482/","projectTitle":"Organized Spaces, Creative Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Badillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9628107_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759877886292","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9628107"},{"teacherId":9824098,"projectId":10426875,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing prizes for our students! These fun incentives will help us celebrate their hard work, positive behavior, and academic accomplishments throughout the school year. Students love having something special to work toward, and these prizes will add excitement and motivation to their learning. Your generosity helps us recognize their efforts and encourages them to continue doing their very best each day. We truly appreciate your kindness and support of our students! Thank you","fullyFundedDate":1785784683307,"projectUrl":"project/squishy-rewards-that-build-literacy-succ/10426875/","projectTitle":"Squishy Rewards That Build Literacy Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9824098"},{"teacherId":10113781,"projectId":10058859,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing markers and a board for our students! These supplies will make learning more interactive and give students additional opportunities to practice their skills, share their thinking, and participate during lessons. The markers and board will be especially helpful during small-group instruction and hands-on activities. Your generosity helps us keep students engaged, excited, and ready to learn each day. We truly appreciate your kindness and support of our classroom! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1770149755295,"projectUrl":"project/write-erase-repeat-making-learning-fu/10058859/","projectTitle":"Write, Erase, Repeat: Making Learning Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Melendy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10113781_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767243790762","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10113781"},{"teacherId":10113781,"projectId":10462720,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing fidgets for our students! Your generous support helps give them a helpful tool to stay focused, calm, and ready to learn throughout the school day. These fidgets will be especially useful during independent work, small groups, and other times when students may need a little extra support staying engaged. We are grateful for your kindness and for helping us create a learning environment where every student can be successful. Thank you for making a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1786321712996,"projectUrl":"project/read-achieve-repeat/10462720/","projectTitle":"Read, Achieve, Repeat","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Melendy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10113781_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767243790762","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10113781"},{"teacherId":10113781,"projectId":10461851,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom by providing fidgets for our students! These tools will give students a positive way to manage their energy, improve focus, and stay engaged during learning. Having fidgets available can make a big difference for students who need a little extra support with attention and self-regulation. Your generosity helps us create a classroom where every student has the tools they need to feel comfortable, confident, and ready to learn. We truly appreciate your kindness and support of our students!","fullyFundedDate":1786544012130,"projectUrl":"project/fidgeting-for-phonics-sensory-tools-for/10461851/","projectTitle":"Fidgeting for Phonics: Sensory Tools for Focused Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Melendy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10113781_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767243790762","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10113781"},{"teacherId":8102446,"projectId":10462606,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing chargers for our classroom! Having dependable chargers available makes such a difference in helping us keep our technology powered and ready for students throughout the school day. These chargers will allow students to use their devices for reading, research, educational programs, assignments, and other engaging learning activities without having to worry about a device running out of power.\r\n\r\nYour donation helps us create a classroom where technology is readily available and students can stay focused on learning. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and willingness to support our students. Thank you for helping provide the tools they need to learn, grow, and be successful each day!","fullyFundedDate":1786980082981,"projectUrl":"project/powered-up-for-reading-success/10462606/","projectTitle":"Powered Up for Reading Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8102446_orig.jpg?crop=1011,1012,x0,y10&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726661599124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8102446"},{"teacherId":8825615,"projectId":10463862,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom by providing these wonderful baskets! These baskets will make such a difference in helping us keep our books, learning materials, activities, and classroom supplies organized and easily accessible for our students.\r\n\r\nHaving an organized learning environment helps our students become more independent because they can quickly find the materials they need and return them when they are finished. The baskets will also help us create inviting spaces where students can easily access books and other literacy materials throughout the school day. Whether students are working independently, with a partner, or in a small group, these baskets will help keep everything they need right at their fingertips.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your kindness and generosity. Your support helps us create a classroom that is organized, welcoming, and ready for learning every day. Thank you for investing in our students and helping provide them with the materials they need to learn, grow, and succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1786646709490,"projectUrl":"project/building-better-readers-one-basket-at-a/10463862/","projectTitle":"Building Better Readers, One Basket at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8825615_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728154259543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8825615"},{"teacherId":9588262,"projectId":10497485,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us bring a claw machine to our students! This fun addition will be a wonderful way to celebrate students for their hard work, positive behavior, and academic growth. The excitement of earning a chance to use the claw machine will help motivate students while making our classroom an engaging and rewarding place to learn.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps us create special moments for our students and reminds them that their effort and accomplishments are worth celebrating. We truly appreciate your support and the difference you are making in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1787771662406,"projectUrl":"project/read-achieve-and-reach-for-a-prize/10497485/","projectTitle":"Read, Achieve, and Reach for a Prize!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lares","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9588262_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728154419013","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9588262"},{"teacherId":9628107,"projectId":10319288,"letterContent":"Thank you for believing in my second-grade students and supporting our project, \"Kindness, Creativity, and Literacy in Second Grade.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom by providing materials that strengthen literacy, organization, independence, and social-emotional learning.\r\nThe printer has become an essential tool for creating engaging, differentiated literacy resources that meet my students' individual learning needs. I have used it to provide reading passages, phonics activities, writing prompts, vocabulary practice, and social-emotional learning materials. Being able to create and print resources as needed has helped me better support students during small-group instruction while giving them meaningful opportunities to practice essential reading and writing skills.\r\nThe mesh zipper pouches have helped keep our literacy centers, learning games, partner activities, and classroom materials organized. Students can easily access the materials they need, take responsibility for returning them, and transition more independently. The kindness banners and motivational classroom decorations have transformed our learning space into a welcoming environment where students are reminded daily that every person matters. These displays encourage empathy, respect, positive communication, and a sense of belonging.\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students have resources that support both academic growth and character development. They are learning that success is not only about becoming stronger readers and writers, but also about becoming kind, responsible, and supportive members of a community. Thank you for investing in their learning, their confidence, and their future. 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