{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lomita Steam Magnet School","outOfStateSupporters":16.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3414281,"projectId":9543263,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. The funds donated have supported my current students and will spread beyond my future students also. I appreciate your generosity. With these funds, I was able to buy classroom resources from Teachers Pay Teachers. Items such as Decodable Readers workbooks, math resources and Art projects have been made accessible to my students because of your donation. With these items, I have been to modify lessons to meet my students individual academic needs and interest! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1757423286797,"projectUrl":"project/resources-that-support-learning/9543263/","projectTitle":"Resources That Support Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3414281_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506481318158","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3414281"},{"teacherId":9172960,"projectId":9515882,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for the beautiful resources you gifted our classroom. Your generosity has already made a heartfelt impact on my students in ways that are truly meaningful.\r\n\r\nWhen the rainbow timer, sensory toys, tiny couch, and stuffed animal arrived, my students' faces lit up with pure joy. As I carefully unpacked each item, the students gathered around with wide, curious eyes. Many of them ran their hands over the sensory items, trying them out one by one, and a few even whispered \"Is this really for us?\" The tiny couch instantly became a favorite—students take turns curling up on it with the stuffed animal when they need a moment to breathe, calm down, or feel emotionally safe. Watching them find comfort in these tools has been incredibly moving.\r\n\r\nWe've started using the rainbow timer during our daily self-regulation lessons and daily social emotional learning check-ins. One moment that stands out was when a student who often struggles with big feelings asked if he could use the timer \"to help my body calm down.\" He watched the colors flow from top to bottom and was able to return to the group feeling more grounded. It was such a powerful reminder of why resources like these matter so much.\r\n\r\nYour support came at the perfect time. We are currently working on building emotional awareness and practicing coping strategies during morning meetings and literacy circles. These new materials have added a whole new layer of safety, comfort, and independence for my students. Our next steps include teaching them how to choose a strategy that works best for their needs—whether it's using a sensory toy, taking a break on the cozy couch, or watching the rainbow timer during a calming moment.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students a space where they feel understood, supported, and loved. Your kindness has transformed our classroom environment, and we are so incredibly grateful for you. 💛🌈","fullyFundedDate":1756020150494,"projectUrl":"project/helping-little-learners-cope-with-big-f/9515882/","projectTitle":"“Helping Little Learners Cope With Big Feelings”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jimenez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9172960_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753897908575","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9172960"},{"teacherId":573264,"projectId":9212247,"letterContent":"Your donation has been wonderful for our classroom! We got a brand new kidney table and are now using it for many different activities. I use the kidney table to work with students in a small group. Students use the kidney table to work with their partners during independent workshop time. \r\n\r\nAlong with the kidney table we also received stools with cushions. The class LOVES the cushions, they are being used all the time during reading. Your wonderful donations have made our classroom more inviting and comfortable to learn in. Thank you! We greatly appreciate your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1746787348794,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-kidney-table-busted/9212247/","projectTitle":"Help! Our Kidney Table Busted!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lertkulvanich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp573264_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564065625931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lertkulvanich"},{"teacherId":576225,"projectId":9161052,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous support. The writing tools you gifted my special education program has been so beneficial to the development of my young scholars' writing skills. They were especially excited to use the adapted paper. They call it \"fancy paper\". It has been very useful because many of my students have difficulty starting at the margins of regular lined paper. The adapted paper has a highlighted box that serve as a visual reminder for the students to start at the left. This is a great scaffolding tool for them to use as they learn to do this independently.\r\n\r\nThe tri grip pencils and rubber pencil grasps have also been extremely helpful for my students whose fine motor skills are still developing. The tri grip pencil is large enough so that my youngest scholars can get a better grip on it and increase the pressure of their writing. The rubber grasps have assisted with my older students who do not yet have a correct pencil grasp, which is crucial for proper writing and comfort. The grasps fit on the pens and thinner pencils the students are using in the middle grades.\r\n\r\nWhile these items may be small in size, they have been mighty in the difference they have made in my students' fine motor skills and their writing development. My scholars and I are so thankful to you and feel satisfaction knowing that there are caring and generous people like you out in the world.","fullyFundedDate":1746467342774,"projectUrl":"project/the-write-start-adaptive-writing-tools/9161052/","projectTitle":"The Write Start - Adaptive Writing Tools for Special Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. del Razo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp576225_orig.jpg?crop=1018,1018,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714673366496","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/crystal-delrazo"},{"teacherId":576225,"projectId":9065102,"letterContent":"My young scholars have enjoyed and benefited from the floor seats and, especially, the tray tables. I first set up the seats on our classroom rug prior to my students arriving. Upon seeing the seats they had a look of surprise but excitement, immediately asking if it was for them. I told them yes, that it was from Donors Choose (of which they are familiar with). I showed them how to safely sit on the seats and invited them to spend some time sitting on the seats while reading. At first, they couldn't relax, just kept giggling and getting comfortable. After a short time, they finally relaxed and began reading and having light conversations with each other. One result I did not expect from this generous gift was how it encouraged student bonding. I noticed as time went on, they would intentionally slide the seats together and read/work with each other, more so than usual.\r\n\r\nThe tray tables have been a great addition to our flexible work spaces. Many of my students work more efficiently while sitting on the floor but it can be a struggle to write even with a clipboard. In addition, the table is just large enough for pairs of students to work together. I have found that adding the seats and the table as part of our flexible work space has improved my students' focus and has increased their motivation to learn and complete work.\r\n\r\nWhat you have done for my amazing young scholars goes far beyond just a generous donation. You have shown them that there are people who love and care about children and education. So thank you from the bottom of our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1746636677262,"projectUrl":"project/safe-seating-for-special-education/9065102/","projectTitle":"Safe Seating for Special Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. del Razo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp576225_orig.jpg?crop=1018,1018,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714673366496","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/crystal-delrazo"},{"teacherId":580212,"projectId":9385165,"letterContent":"The students and I are so grateful and excited that because of your amazing generosity in giving, we will now be able to start seeing our 2D images come to life in 3D! The kids have been working hard in \"Tinkercad,\" designing there 3D creations and finally have the filament needed to use in our Makerbot 3D printers. \r\nLomita Magnet Elementary school is a \"Title 1\" were most of our students live below the poverty line. This means many of our students do not have access to technology at home. Having access at school ignites a passion for learning for all students and creates access to all levels of learners. Often students who are below grade-level find they have ability and talents in the arts, engineering, and coding, which translates to a sense of pride, belonging, and an overall excitement for the learning process.\r\nWe can't wait to start seeing our projects come to life! Thank you again for your amazing generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1748961606037,"projectUrl":"project/please-help-refill-our-3d-printer-filame/9385165/","projectTitle":"Please Help Refill Our 3D Printer Filament","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp580212_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1544571860647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/580212"},{"teacherId":573264,"projectId":8936178,"letterContent":"First, thank you so much for helping fund our project. Because of your generous donations, our class was able to paint on real canvases. We finally have canvases and paints that we can use in the classroom. \r\n\r\nMy students love to paint. Our first big project was making a Mother's Day painting, with a note attached on the back telling her how much she is loved. These supplies could not have come at a better time!\r\n\r\nOur next goal is to learn specific painting techniques and then use our art materials to apply what we have learned. \r\n\r\nThank you! Our class appreciates your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1741371517558,"projectUrl":"project/paints-and-canvases-and-colors-oh-my/8936178/","projectTitle":"Paints and Canvases and Colors Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lertkulvanich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp573264_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564065625931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lertkulvanich"},{"teacherId":573264,"projectId":9151366,"letterContent":"It is with sincere gratitude that I write to say thank you for helping get our project funded. I asked for math supplies for my students. We have been using them from day one. \r\n\r\nIt is interesting that something so simple as a laminated hundred board card can make such a difference. I have students use it daily to help solve their math problems. Since it is laminated, students have been able to use their white board markers and mark the board to find the answer. A problem like 52 + 37 becomes more tangible to solve when they know a tool to help is available for them. \r\n\r\nMy students have loved all the supplies. We can't wait to use the rest of the materials. We plan on using the ten frame oversized floor mat to continue learning about number bonds but in a fun GIANT way since this floor mat is huge. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1742967585048,"projectUrl":"project/math-makes-us-marvelous/9151366/","projectTitle":"Math Makes Us Marvelous!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lertkulvanich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp573264_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564065625931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lertkulvanich"},{"teacherId":1034621,"projectId":8704269,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to Time for Kids magazines, which have become a valuable part of our weekly reading routine. These engaging, age-appropriate articles help build nonfiction reading skills, spark meaningful classroom discussions, and connect students to current events in a way they can understand. The magazines have made my students more curious about the world and more confident in their reading. Your support has truly enriched our learning, and we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1732138728259,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-minds-bringing-time-fo/8704269/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Minds: Bringing Time for Kids to Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1034621_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763672037145","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-rodriguez326"},{"teacherId":1034621,"projectId":6340528,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our classroom iMac! The moment it arrived, my students were filled with excitement and curiosity. We've already started using it to create digital projects, edit videos, and explore design tools that weren't possible before. This iMac has become the creative hub of our classroom—empowering students to collaborate, problem-solve, and express their ideas in innovative ways. Your donation has truly made a lasting impact on our learning environment, and we are so grateful for your kindness and belief in our work!","fullyFundedDate":1650548818121,"projectUrl":"project/upgrade-status-imac-please/6340528/","projectTitle":"Upgrade Status: iMac Please","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1034621_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763672037145","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-rodriguez326"},{"teacherId":580212,"projectId":9054852,"letterContent":"I would just like to take the opportunity to thank each and every one of you who so generously donated to our, \"Help, We're in a Pickle Without a Net!\" portable pickleball net and paddles project! From the moment I opened up the box, my students were smiling from ear to ear and cheering with elation that this project got fully funded and their pickleball dreams have come to life!\r\nTogether, I let the kids work together to following the directions and assemble our hew net. It was a rich learning experience just following the directions and working as a team. Once the net was all assembled, we were able to start learning the official rules of pickleball, what the kitchen is all about, and best dink and slam strategies! \r\nWonderful generous donors, please know that in donating to this project you have touched and shaped the lives of 24 children who are sure to be our future PPA tour participants! Look our Ben Johns and Anna Leigh Waters, here they come!\r\n\r\nFrom the bottoms of our hearts and with a million thanks!","fullyFundedDate":1740691504192,"projectUrl":"project/help-were-in-a-pickle-without-a-net/9054852/","projectTitle":"HELP! We're in a PICKLE Without a Net!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp580212_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1544571860647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/580212"},{"teacherId":580212,"projectId":9055697,"letterContent":"I would just like to take the opportunity to thank each and every one of you who so generously donated to our, \"Future Robotics Teammates Unite!\" mBots project! From the moment I opened up the box, my students were smiling from ear to ear and cheering with elation that this project got fully funded and their robot engineering dreams have come to life!\r\nTogether, the kids collaboratively worked in teams to assemble these awesome mBots. It was a rich learning experience just following the directions and working as a team. Once the mBots were all assembled, we learned about robotic machinery and electronic parts, the fundamentals of block-based programming, how to use logical thinking and design skills to avoid obstacles. \r\nWonderful generous donors, please know that in donating to this project you have touched and shaped the lives of 24 children who are sure to be our future engineers and technology masters!\r\n\r\nFrom the bottoms of our hearts and with a million thanks!","fullyFundedDate":1740253939398,"projectUrl":"project/future-robotics-teammates-unite/9055697/","projectTitle":"Future Robotics Teammates Unite!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp580212_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1544571860647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/580212"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7664","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":852,"numTeachers":38,"percentFrplEligible":67,"percentAsian":14,"percentBlack":12,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":57,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"22.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":83.3,"schoolId":7664,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lomita Steam Magnet School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lomita Steam Magnet School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/los-angeles-unified-school-district/lomita-math-science-magnet-school/7664"}