{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Magnolia Science Academy - Santa Ana","outOfStateSupporters":21.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10363580,"projectId":10221470,"letterContent":"Since receiving these materials, my students have been actively using them to turn abstract science concepts into hands-on, visual learning experiences. One of the most effective activities was during our atomic structure lesson, where students created detailed atom models using colored paper, markers, and labels to represent protons, neutrons, and electrons. Instead of memorizing vocabulary, they were able to physically build and explain how atoms are structured, which helped them clearly understand subatomic particles and their roles.\r\n\r\nAnother powerful moment came during our biomes unit, where students designed colorful biome posters. 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Technology in the classroom is much more than simply using a computer — it allows teachers to adapt lessons to meet the needs of different learners and provide students with tools that help them succeed academically and build confidence.\r\n\r\nWith this new technology, I have been able to create interactive lessons, visual presentations, modified assignments, and digital activities that support students with diverse learning needs. Students are especially excited when lessons include visuals, interactive resources, and opportunities to receive immediate feedback because it helps them better understand the material and stay actively involved in learning. The technology has also allowed me to use assistive tools that support reading, organization, and communication skills, helping students feel more independent and capable in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1777979938576,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-diverse-learners-with-technol/10238902/","projectTitle":"Supporting Diverse Learners with Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mercan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10363580"},{"teacherId":10363580,"projectId":10246262,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful difference in supporting instruction and improving student focus in my classroom. My students are enthusiastic learners who benefit from engaging, well-structured lessons, but maintaining attention in a busy classroom environment can sometimes be challenging. With this audio device, I am able to manage and monitor digital learning materials more effectively while staying actively engaged with students throughout the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe technology has been especially helpful during independent work, small-group instruction, and interactive activities. I can quickly review and cue instructional videos, listen to student-created recordings, and provide immediate feedback without interrupting the flow of learning. Because the device allows me to stay mobile while still accessing important audio content, I am better able to support students one-on-one and respond to their needs in real time. 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During the lab, students observed vibrant flame colors, made predictions, compared results, and connected their observations to electron energy changes and atomic structure. Seeing the reactions firsthand made abstract chemistry concepts much more understandable and meaningful.\r\nStudents are becoming more confident in using lab materials, analyzing evidence, and thinking critically like scientists. These resources are helping transform our classroom into a more engaging and interactive learning environment where students can actively explore chemistry through hands-on investigations. 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Students immediately began brainstorming encouraging messages and colorful designs to share positivity with others across our school community.\r\n\r\nUsing the new resources, students worked collaboratively to design and create personalized mugs with messages of gratitude, encouragement, and appreciation for staff and peers. This project allowed students to practice creativity, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving while also learning technical design skills. One of the most rewarding moments was watching students carefully create mugs for staff members they wanted to thank personally for their support and kindness throughout the year.\r\n\r\nAs we continue this project, students are planning additional kindness campaigns and discussing new ways they can use these tools to make a positive impact on campus. Beyond the creative aspect, this experience has helped students understand how small acts of kindness can strengthen a school community and make others feel valued and appreciated. Thank you again for helping make this meaningful project possible for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1774629029716,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-in-service/10089452/","projectTitle":"Kindness in Service","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dumlu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10348747_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768628061782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10348747"},{"teacherId":10348747,"projectId":10165782,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to engaging digital science and chemistry resources that make learning more interactive and meaningful. The Teachers Pay Teachers materials have helped bring abstract science concepts to life through visual activities, interactive lessons, guided practice, and hands-on lab extensions. Students are more actively involved during lessons and are showing greater confidence when explaining scientific ideas and completing activities independently.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting parts for students has been the task cards and station labs. These activities encourage movement, collaboration, and problem-solving while keeping students actively engaged in learning. Students enjoy rotating through stations, discussing ideas with classmates, and applying science concepts in different ways. The task cards also provide immediate practice and review opportunities that help reinforce key chemistry concepts in a fun and approachable format.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who previously struggled to stay engaged during science lessons have become much more involved and eager to participate. The new resources have helped create a more supportive and inclusive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, exploring ideas, and developing critical thinking skills. Thank you again for helping make science more exciting and accessible for all of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1776102818780,"projectUrl":"project/digital-resources-for-science/10165782/","projectTitle":"Digital Resources for Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dumlu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10348747_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768628061782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10348747"},{"teacherId":10348747,"projectId":9929435,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our Health & Wellness Club was able to bring meaningful encouragement to our campus. When the supplies arrived, students were excited and immediately began organizing and carefully preparing the \"Wellness Boost Bags\" with stress-relief cubes, motivational stickers, snacks, and thoughtful note cards. It was powerful to watch them take such care in selecting and arranging each item, knowing it would support a peer during a stressful time.\r\n\r\nWhen we handed out the bags, the reactions said it all—smiles, gratitude, and students sharing how much they needed that small boost. In a high-stress time, your support created a moment of calm, connection, and reassurance. More than just supplies, you helped our students become leaders who care for their community. \r\nWe are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1764952290761,"projectUrl":"project/wellness-boost-bags-supporting-students/9929435/","projectTitle":"Wellness Boost Bags: Supporting Students Before Finals Week","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dumlu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10348747_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768628061782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10348747"},{"teacherId":10363560,"projectId":9931399,"letterContent":"Your generous support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. The new Texas Instruments scientific calculators are already helping students build independence and confidence in math. Many of our students are learning how to explore complex calculations, check their work, and focus more on problem-solving instead of getting stuck on arithmetic. The Teachers Pay Teachers gift card has also allowed us to access high-quality instructional materials and activities that make lessons more engaging, organized, and aligned to student needs.\r\n\r\nStudents are especially excited about the hands-on learning tools you provided. Games like Jenga and Mancala have become powerful learning resources for building strategic thinking, logic, and collaboration skills. These activities turn practice into play and help students see math as something interactive and fun. The sensory fidget toys have also made a big difference in helping students stay focused and regulated during class, while the classroom calendar supports daily routines and helps students build time awareness and organization skills.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who typically struggle to stay engaged have really connected with these new resources. The fidget tools and games give them a positive outlet for energy and anxiety, allowing them to participate more confidently and stay on task. Because of your generosity, our classroom has become a more supportive, engaging, and joyful place to learn. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us create meaningful learning experiences every day.","fullyFundedDate":1764732339056,"projectUrl":"project/engaged-learners-need-the-right-tools/9931399/","projectTitle":"Engaged Learners Need the Right Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aksu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10363560"},{"teacherId":10363580,"projectId":9947807,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are actively using the donated materials to design and assemble Motivation Bags for their classmates during finals week. Using the baskets and gift bags, students worked in teams to thoughtfully organize each item, discussing how presentation and care can make someone feel valued. One meaningful moment stood out when a group of students paused to reread their handwritten notes, revising them to be more personal and encouraging because they wanted each recipient to truly feel supported during a stressful time.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to get started and genuinely touched that others believed in their idea enough to support it. Many students shared that it felt empowering to be trusted with a project focused on kindness and wellness, and they took great pride in contributing something positive to our school community.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for my students involve reflecting on the impact of this service project as part of our current lesson on leadership and community responsibility. They will discuss how small acts of kindness can improve school culture and explore additional ways they can support peer wellness in the future. This project has not only boosted morale across campus but has also helped my students grow as empathetic leaders who understand the power of compassion and teamwork.","fullyFundedDate":1765388501765,"projectUrl":"project/motivation-bags-fuel-encouragement-fo/9947807/","projectTitle":"Motivation Bags: Fuel & Encouragement for Finals","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mercan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10363580"},{"teacherId":10348747,"projectId":9899749,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my science classroom has become more organized, engaging, and positive for students. The treats have been especially effective in reinforcing positive behavior and encouraging students to stay focused and motivated. Students take pride in earning these rewards, which has helped create a warm, respectful classroom environment where learning can thrive.\r\nWe are already using the paper cutter daily to prepare interactive science notebooks. Students are able to quickly add diagrams, foldables, and lab notes without long wait times, which keeps lessons moving smoothly and helps them stay organized. The presentation clicker has also transformed how lessons run—allowing me to move freely around the room while teaching, check for understanding, and keep students engaged during presentations and discussions.I have also started using the leather desk pad protector on my teacher table, which has helped create a more organized, professional, and efficient workspace for lesson planning.\r\nNext, students will continue building their interactive notebooks as we move into new science units and hands-on investigations, including simple experiments using classroom materials. With smoother transitions, better organization, and a strong positive culture, students are more confident participating, asking questions, and taking ownership of their learning. Your support has truly helped improve both the flow of instruction and the overall classroom experience, and my students benefit from it every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1764687683093,"projectUrl":"project/boosting-science-success/9899749/","projectTitle":"Boosting Science Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dumlu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10348747_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768628061782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10348747"},{"teacherId":10348747,"projectId":9914361,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my classroom has become a place where science is truly hands-on and exciting. We have already begun using the new materials in our chemical bonding unit, a topic that can be very challenging without visual and physical models. My chemistry students were thrilled when they first saw the molecule kits and immediately began building models. Using the Sodium Chloride Model Kit, students constructed ionic bonds and were able to clearly see how ions attract and connect. With the Molymod Molecular Ice Crystal Model Set, they explored how water molecules are arranged in solid form, which led to meaningful discussions and \"aha\" moments that would not have been possible with a textbook alone.\r\nThe excitement in the room was contagious as students worked together, asked deeper questions, and confidently explained their thinking to one another.These tools have allowed students to design mini investigations, collect observations, and strengthen their lab skills while learning through discovery.\r\nNext, we will continue using these resources across multiple units. The DNA model will support our upcoming life science unit with my 8th grade students, helping them visualize genetic structure. The double-walled calorimeter will be used in our thermochemistry unit to explore energy changes, and the electrolysis device, litmus paper, and magnetic water kit will deepen our understanding of chemical reactions and properties. Thanks to you, my students are experiencing science in a way that feels real, engaging, and empowering—and your support has made a lasting impact on their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1764081652505,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-science-to-life-hands-on-model/9914361/","projectTitle":"Bringing Science to Life: Hands-On Models for Future Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dumlu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10348747_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768628061782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10348747"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_108114","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":504,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":80,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":11,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":82,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 12","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":78.4,"schoolId":108114,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Magnolia Science Academy - Santa Ana on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Magnolia Science Academy - Santa Ana","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/california-department-of-education/magnolia-science-academy-santa-ana/108114"}