{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Madrid Neighborhood Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":45.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10244685,"projectId":9690051,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"G.O.A.T. Treats for the Greatest Students!\" project! The snacks and treats you helped provide were met with pure excitement from my 5th-grade science students. As soon as they saw the bins being stocked, the energy in the room shifted — they knew something special had arrived just for them.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the treats as rewards during science labs, review games, and collaborative group challenges. It's been a great way to motivate students and recognize their effort and teamwork. The impact was so positive that I decided to share some of the treats with the rest of our 5th-grade team so that the rewards and celebrations could continue across all classrooms.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our students feel supported and seen — not just in their academic work, but as individuals who deserve recognition. Your donation has helped build a stronger, more unified grade-level community, and we're all so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1760983458339,"projectUrl":"project/goat-treats-for-the-greatest-student/9690051/","projectTitle":"G.O.A.T. Treats for the Greatest Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gabriel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10244685_orig.jpg?crop=663,663,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757902981808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10244685"},{"teacherId":8221821,"projectId":9736708,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our phonics program and providing us with new folders for our daily learning and practice. Because of your generosity, each student now has a special place to keep their sounds, word lists, phrases, and stories. We are organized and ready to use at a moments notice. These folders help students build responsibility, stay neat, and find exactly what they need during lessons. They use them every day for partner practice, small groups, and independent reading. As students continue adding new skills, their folders show just how far they've come. We are truly grateful for your support and for helping our readers grow with confidence. You have definitely made my job a little easier!","fullyFundedDate":1760720193032,"projectUrl":"project/daily-phonics-practice/9736708/","projectTitle":"Daily Phonics Practice!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jen Sanders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8221821_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650803120213","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8221821"},{"teacherId":8221821,"projectId":9792810,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Building with Kindness LEGO project. Your generosity has helped us create a welcoming after-school club where students can learn, build, and connect with new friends. Because of you, children are working together, helping one another, and discovering that kindness can be shown through creativity. With LEGO Leader Buddies guiding new builders, students are practicing teamwork, patience, and problem-solving while bringing their ideas to life. Their projects will soon be shared in our school's Kindness Gallery, spreading a message of friendship and care. We are truly grateful for your support and belief in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1761756078865,"projectUrl":"project/building-with-kindness/9792810/","projectTitle":"Building with Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jen Sanders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8221821_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650803120213","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8221821"},{"teacherId":5971346,"projectId":9268143,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for you generous donations. The kids were ecstatic when they saw the boxes. It has been amazing each time we try a new manipulative and talk through each of the problems. I am noticing that the kids are quickly working through difficult situations without my guidance. They are becoming self-sufficient learners. The Lakeshore kits have been highlighted by the kids because they allow the kids to choose the tool they want versus me dictating what they use.\r\n\r\nThe expansion of our tools has allowed me to pull small groups back to focus on gap instruction. The growth has been both tremendous and rewarding. Students are seeing math from a different perspective. Each time I am able to bring students closer to on-grade instruction, they feel more confident and are willing to try more and learn from their mistakes. Their newest endeavour is to create challenges for other students and \"stump\" their peers or their teacher.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, students are beginning to see their own potential. They are building better understanding of the math and of what they are capable of. I will be forever grateful to you.","fullyFundedDate":1755553430645,"projectUrl":"project/math-mastery-made-manageable/9268143/","projectTitle":"Math Mastery Made Manageable","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tamara Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5971346_orig.jpg?crop=1358,1358,x464,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562030670958","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5971346"},{"teacherId":8221821,"projectId":9843808,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous support! Our second graders are thrilled to have their own headphones for use with our classroom iPads. Thanks to you, students can now dive into math, science, and social studies lessons without distractions. The new headphones have already made a huge difference—students are more focused, calm, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nIt's wonderful to see their faces light up when they can clearly hear a science video or follow along with a reading app. Your kindness has helped create a peaceful and productive learning space where every student can do their best. Thank you for believing in our classroom and helping our students grow! You have made my job just a little easier!","fullyFundedDate":1760983461221,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-success-2/9843808/","projectTitle":"Headphones For Success 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jen Sanders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8221821_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650803120213","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8221821"},{"teacherId":8221821,"projectId":9827896,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous support! Our second graders are thrilled to have their own headphones for use with our classroom iPads. Thanks to you, students can now dive into math, science, and social studies lessons without distractions. The new headphones have already made a huge difference—students are more focused, calm, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nIt's wonderful to see their faces light up when they can clearly hear a science video or follow along with a reading app. Your kindness has helped create a peaceful and productive learning space where every student can do their best. Thank you for believing in our classroom and helping our students grow!","fullyFundedDate":1760732987350,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-success/9827896/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jen Sanders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8221821_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650803120213","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8221821"},{"teacherId":9620671,"projectId":9215894,"letterContent":"Thank you for the fabulous headphones you donated to my students. Our 7th graders are using these daily to access literacy on their 1:1 iPads and they are able to practice for state testing online with sound quality that helps them perform their best. \r\nYour generosity makes learning easier and better for all these students. Our previous headphones were flimsy and low quality from the dollar store. \r\nWe can't thank you enough for your generosity and the difference you make for these lower income students.","fullyFundedDate":1751705751955,"projectUrl":"project/new-headphones/9215894/","projectTitle":"New Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeVet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9620671"},{"teacherId":5971346,"projectId":9203244,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the new coordinate grid whiteboards and algebra tiles, their eyes lit up. They were immediately curious about how these tools could help them \"see\" algebra in a new way. Within minutes, students were graphing linear equations, comparing slopes, and using algebra tiles to model expressions and solve equations together. The classroom buzzed with excitement as students began to connect the visual models to the math they had once found abstract and intimidating.\r\n\r\nWe use the new resources daily during small-group and whole-class lessons. The coordinate boards make it possible for every student to show their thinking and quickly receive feedback, while the algebra tiles give them a hands-on way to build understanding before moving to symbolic representations. These materials have turned lessons that once felt routine into interactive, discovery-based experiences where students truly engage with algebraic reasoning.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are not only improving their skills—they are developing confidence and curiosity. They now see algebra as a puzzle they can solve rather than a barrier they must overcome. Our next step is to apply these same visual strategies to real-world math projects, helping students see that the algebra they're learning in class is the same math that drives science, technology, and everyday problem solving. Your support has made a lasting difference in how my students learn and feel about mathematics—thank you for helping them graph their way to success!","fullyFundedDate":1743013854806,"projectUrl":"project/graphing-success-hands-on-for-engaged-l/9203244/","projectTitle":"Graphing Success: Hands-on for Engaged Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tamara Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5971346_orig.jpg?crop=1358,1358,x464,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562030670958","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5971346"},{"teacherId":5971346,"projectId":9059511,"letterContent":"When our flash cards arrived, the excitement in the room was contagious! My students couldn't wait to open the packs and challenge one another to quick math matches. We immediately began using the cards in small-group rotations and partner stations to review addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division facts. The flash cards turned routine drills into interactive games—students cheer each other on, track their progress, and celebrate every improvement. The visual and hands-on practice has already strengthened their fluency and confidence with basic operations.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful moments came when a student who usually hesitates to participate proudly called out every answer during a group activity—and got them all right! These moments remind us why these simple tools matter so much. The flash cards make learning accessible to all, allowing students at different skill levels to engage meaningfully, support one another, and experience success together.\r\n\r\nNext, we plan to incorporate the flash cards into math centers and after-school intervention sessions to ensure every student achieves mastery before moving on to fractions and multi-step problem solving. Your generosity has not only provided materials—it has created joyful learning moments that build lasting confidence in math. Thank you for investing in our students and showing them that their hard work and determination truly matter.","fullyFundedDate":1743013854939,"projectUrl":"project/flash-forward-to-success/9059511/","projectTitle":"Flash Forward to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tamara Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5971346_orig.jpg?crop=1358,1358,x464,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562030670958","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5971346"},{"teacherId":8221821,"projectId":9606087,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful support of our classroom project! With your help, our students now have rolling whiteboards that make our phonics learning more active, creative, and collaborative.\r\n\r\nOur second graders love exploring new ideas and working together, and these boards give them the perfect space to do just that. Whether they're practicing phonics skills, building words with magnetic sound tiles, or brainstorming during group projects, these boards help every student share their thinking and learn from one another. They are also the perfect place where students can be a phonics leader! We can move the board up and down so that any student can lead the group in their phonics practice. \r\n\r\nBecause they're on wheels, the whiteboards can move anywhere in the room—helping multiple groups learn at once and even supporting after-school clubs. Your donation makes it possible for our students to engage more deeply in learning while having fun together.\r\n\r\nWe feel so blessed to have the support of people in my community. Thank you again for making my job just a little easier.","fullyFundedDate":1755876642008,"projectUrl":"project/phonics-in-phoenix/9606087/","projectTitle":"Phonics in Phoenix","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jen Sanders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8221821_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650803120213","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8221821"},{"teacherId":8221821,"projectId":9485901,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project, Building Kindness. Your support is helping our second graders create a warm and caring classroom environment where compassion, empathy, and understanding can truly grow.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, we are building a \"Calm Spot\" — a special space where students can take a break, reflect on their feelings, and practice kindness toward one another. The kindness board, posters, and mindfulness coloring books have given students the tools to express their emotions in healthy ways and to recognize the feelings of others.\r\n\r\nAlready, our class is filled with excitement about writing kind notes, creating artwork that lifts others up, and sharing moments of encouragement. We are learning that small acts of kindness can make a big difference — not just in our classroom, but in our school community.\r\n\r\nThank you for blessing our students with this amazing spot in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755719327278,"projectUrl":"project/find-joy-with-classmates/9485901/","projectTitle":"Find Joy With Classmates","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jen Sanders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8221821_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650803120213","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8221821"},{"teacherId":8221821,"projectId":9707063,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of the LEGO sets for our after-school LEGO club beginning this fall. Your gift will give our students an exciting opportunity to collaborate, problem-solve, and use their creativity in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThese sets will encourage our students to work in teams, practice engineering strategies, and strengthen their social skills as they build together. It will also provide a welcoming space for our newcomers and English learners to develop oral language skills while making new friends. This type of cooperative building project brings joy into the school day while helping children practice critical thinking and collaboration.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support in creating a fun, engaging, and inclusive environment where our students can thrive. 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