{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Manzanita Community School","outOfStateSupporters":23.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3840252,"projectId":9859702,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your contributions, my students now have the basic supplies they need to learn, create, and stay organized throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, my students were overjoyed. Their faces lit up as they unpacked their new materials. Many expressed how grateful they felt to have their \"very own\" pencils, notebooks, and art supplies. Some even shared that they are used to sharing supplies at home, so having what they needed right here in the classroom helped them feel proud and prepared.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these supplies will continue to support our current research and presentation project. Students will take notes, create visual aids, and prepare short presentations to share with their classmates.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a meaningful difference in our classroom. Your generosity ensures that every student has the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1761716790183,"projectUrl":"project/project-materials-come-to-life/9859702/","projectTitle":"Project Materials Come to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ellison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3840252_orig.jpg?crop=967,967,x987,y796&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704313511891","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3840252"},{"teacherId":3840252,"projectId":9851756,"letterContent":"Our students are absolutely loving the new sports equipment! We've already begun using the materials during P.E. and recess to promote teamwork and coordination. The new balls, jump ropes, and cones have added excitement and variety to our activities—from skill stations and relay races to cooperative games that emphasize sportsmanship and communication. The resources have truly elevated the way our students engage in physical activity.\r\n\r\nWhen the equipment first arrived, the students' reactions were priceless. Their faces lit up with joy as they unpacked the materials, and they couldn't wait to get started. Many shared how excited they were to try out the new items and even began brainstorming new games they could create together.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next steps include having students set personal fitness goals and participate in small \"Team Olympics\" events that celebrate perseverance and teamwork. These new resources are helping our students stay active, build confidence, and develop lifelong habits of health and collaboration. We're so thankful for the generosity that made this possible—it's making a lasting difference every day.","fullyFundedDate":1761451148412,"projectUrl":"project/go-sports-equipment-go/9851756/","projectTitle":"Go Sports Equipment Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ellison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3840252_orig.jpg?crop=967,967,x987,y796&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704313511891","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3840252"},{"teacherId":3840252,"projectId":9809839,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving! When our new resources arrived, my students could hardly contain their excitement! We immediately began exploring how to incorporate the materials into our current lessons.\r\n\r\nTheir first reactions were priceless—wide eyes, eager hands, and a chorus of \"Can we use them today?\" Many of my students had never worked with such engaging, high-quality materials before, and it truly transformed the classroom atmosphere. The resources encouraged teamwork, curiosity, and confidence as students realized that they could be scientists, engineers, and problem-solvers.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to build on this momentum by integrating these materials into a larger inquiry-based project where students will design their own experiments and present their findings to the class. This next step will help them strengthen critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills. \r\n\r\nThanks to these resources they're experiencing how to work together. Thank you again!!!","fullyFundedDate":1761051246104,"projectUrl":"project/materials-that-allow-students-to-thrive/9809839/","projectTitle":"Materials That Allow Students to Thrive!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ellison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3840252_orig.jpg?crop=967,967,x987,y796&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704313511891","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3840252"},{"teacherId":8946244,"projectId":9701076,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of this project. Your contribution is truly appreciated and has made a meaningful impact on the lives of my students. Because of your generosity, we are able to provide opportunities that some students might not otherwise have access to, giving them a chance to grow, explore, and succeed.\r\n\r\nThis project goes far beyond classroom materials—it represents hope, encouragement, and the belief that every child deserves the chance to thrive. I deeply believe in the power of education to transform lives, and your donation is helping to make that a reality. Thanks to your support, my students can engage with tools and activities that foster both their academic growth and emotional well-being.\r\n\r\nMany of my students face challenges beyond the classroom, and it isn't always easy for them to stay motivated or feel confident in their learning journey. Your generosity brings light into their school day. It shows them that someone believes in them, cares about their success, and wants to see them reach their full potential.\r\n\r\nI hope that even more students will continue to benefit from opportunities like this—ones that show them they are seen, valued, and capable of achieving great things. Kindhearted donors like you make it possible to bridge the gap and ensure that all students, including those most underserved, have access to enriching and empowering experiences.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and commitment to helping students. You've made a lasting difference, and I am incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1758741965092,"projectUrl":"project/stem-success-building-skills-and-confid/9701076/","projectTitle":"STEM Success: Building Skills and Confidence Every Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quiñones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8946244_orig.jpg?crop=1275,1275,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713982752266","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-liyah"},{"teacherId":8946244,"projectId":9700885,"letterContent":"I just wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of games and refreshments for my classroom. Your support truly means the world to me and my students, and I can't thank you enough for your kindness and thoughtfulness.\r\nProviding engaging and meaningful learning experiences for all students is always my top priority. However, the reality is that many of my students come from homes where access to educational games, snacks, and basic classroom supplies is very limited. Your donation helped fill that gap in such a special way. The games you provided not only bring joy and laughter to our classroom, but they also help build teamwork, problem-solving skills, and social-emotional development—skills that are just as important as the academic content I teach each day.\r\nThe snacks you contributed were also incredibly helpful. Some of my students come to school without having had breakfast, and it can be difficult for them to focus or stay engaged throughout the day. Having snacks available in the classroom gives them that little boost they need to stay energized and feel cared for. It might seem like a small gesture, but to a hungry or tired student, it makes a huge difference.\r\nI'm also extremely grateful for your support through DonorsChoose. It's a wonderful platform that allows teachers like me to get much-needed resources into the hands of students who deserve every opportunity to thrive. Knowing that there are people out there who care enough to support classrooms they've never even stepped into is incredibly uplifting. It restores our sense of community and reminds us that we are not in this work alone.\r\nBecause of your donation, my students feel seen, supported, and valued. Their eyes lit up when we unpacked the new games, and they were so excited to start using them. Moments like these reinforce why I do what I do. Your contribution has helped create a warm and welcoming classroom where students can learn, grow, and simply enjoy being kids.\r\nSo once again, thank you—from the bottom of my heart—for investing in my students and believing in the power of education. Your generosity and support have had a real and lasting impact, and I hope you know how much it is appreciated not just by me, but by every single student who walks through my classroom door.","fullyFundedDate":1758202708874,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-learn-in-comfort/9700885/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Learn in Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quiñones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8946244_orig.jpg?crop=1275,1275,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713982752266","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-liyah"},{"teacherId":10010713,"projectId":9324161,"letterContent":"I first want to appreciate you for your gracious donations to my class project. My students have enjoyed every last snack and fidget that was included in this order. They have explored the emotion zorb balls, emotion face fidgets, as well as the fidget stones. \r\nSince I have a class of majority Kinder students, I have spent a great deal of time teaching folks how to be in school, how to identify and work through their emotions. These fidgets and books have worked as great teachers as they socialize with one another as well. We typically end our days very drained and hungry so the snacks have come in so handy as well! Students have enjoyed the popcorn, poptarts and even graham crackers included in this project to ensure my students are happy and not hangry. Thank you so much again for your thought and care for my babies!","fullyFundedDate":1746811925414,"projectUrl":"project/embodying-love-one-snack-fidget-at-a-t/9324161/","projectTitle":"Embodying Love One Snack & Fidget at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10010713_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746118321419","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10010713"},{"teacherId":9006765,"projectId":9292347,"letterContent":"At the end of last school year, I submitted this project in anticipation of the beginning of the year and the donors for this project came through to provide SUCH a good start for us this year. I firmly believe that a strong and organized start to the school year speaks volumes to students about the tone of the class and about their value and worth as students. I was able to start this school year with clear and colorful organizational systems for my 4th graders.\r\n\r\nWe got multiple colors of folders, colorful headphones, an amazing bookshelf for our library, and much more! These 4th graders got to pick their own color of headphones, which helped them feel a sense of belonging and pride in their classroom and materials. They are learning about staying organized with their materials and I am modeling this skills using a system of colored folders. So far it has been a great success!","fullyFundedDate":1746472901403,"projectUrl":"project/hit-the-ground-running/9292347/","projectTitle":"Hit the Ground Running","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9006765_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721076142003","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9006765"},{"teacherId":9006765,"projectId":9173336,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in funding this project. I have been able to stock my classroom library with interesting and culturally affirming books to support readers who are transitioning into reading chapter books as well as readers who have already made that transition. Independent reading time in our classroom is a beloved part of the day that we make time for every day and it's in large part due to the quality of our library. Thank you for helping us keep it up to date, interesting, and appropriate for readers of all levels!\r\n\r\nIn this project, we also received thesauruses and a picture-based Spanish-English dictionary. These resources are allowing us to develop new study skills, draw connections between languages, and improve our vocabulary and writing. As a teacher, I've made it my goal this year to approach writing from many directions and build student confidence to write, revise, and elaborate. These resources are massively supportive in this effort. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1742934120196,"projectUrl":"project/the-joy-of-reading-and-writing-for-all/9173336/","projectTitle":"The Joy of Reading and Writing for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9006765_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721076142003","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9006765"},{"teacherId":597484,"projectId":9179670,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support in bringing a wealth of healthy resources to MCS!\r\n\r\nThe students and I have been engaging in lots of activities and community building using our new table. And with our journals we have been exploring our own identities and as well as self-expression and art. Through these projects we are building deeper connections with ourselves and each other. It has also made a huge difference to be able to offer breakfast and healthy snacks during check-ins and social skills groups. \r\n\r\nThank you again for helping to promote positive connections and wellness at schools!","fullyFundedDate":1745496310475,"projectUrl":"project/shiny-new-table-and-journals-for-reflect/9179670/","projectTitle":"Shiny New Table and Journals for Reflection!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Highet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp597484_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486355949778","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/597484"},{"teacherId":8946244,"projectId":9332800,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding this project. Your contribution is deeply appreciated and has made a meaningful difference in the lives of my students. Because of you, we are able to provide more opportunities for students who may not otherwise have access to these types of resources.\r\nThis project goes far beyond just classroom materials—it represents hope, encouragement, and the belief that every child deserves the chance to thrive. I truly believe in the power of education to change lives, and your donation is helping to make that a reality. Thanks to your generosity, my students will be able to engage with tools and activities that support both their academic growth and emotional well-being.\r\nMany of my students face challenges that extend beyond the classroom, and it's not always easy for them to stay motivated or feel confident in their learning journey. Your support brings light into their school day. It shows them that someone out there believes in them, cares about their success, and wants to see them reach their full potential.\r\nI sincerely hope that more students continue to benefit from opportunities like this—ones that show them they are seen, valued, and capable of achieving great things. It's because of kindhearted donors like you that we're able to bridge the gap and ensure that even our most underserved students can have access to enriching, empowering experiences.\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and commitment to helping students. You've made a lasting impact, and I'm incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1756454957304,"projectUrl":"project/positive-actions-and-attitudes/9332800/","projectTitle":"Positive Actions and Attitudes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quiñones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8946244_orig.jpg?crop=1275,1275,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713982752266","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-liyah"},{"teacherId":8946244,"projectId":9332114,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding this project. Your contribution is deeply appreciated and has made a meaningful difference in the lives of my students. Because of you, we are able to provide more opportunities for students who may not otherwise have access to these types of resources.\r\nThis project goes far beyond just classroom materials—it represents hope, encouragement, and the belief that every child deserves the chance to thrive. I truly believe in the power of education to change lives, and your donation is helping to make that a reality. Thanks to your generosity, my students will be able to engage with tools and activities that support both their academic growth and emotional well-being.\r\nMany of my students face challenges that extend beyond the classroom, and it's not always easy for them to stay motivated or feel confident in their learning journey. Your support brings light into their school day. It shows them that someone out there believes in them, cares about their success, and wants to see them reach their full potential.\r\nI sincerely hope that more students continue to benefit from opportunities like this—ones that show them they are seen, valued, and capable of achieving great things. It's because of kindhearted donors like you that we're able to bridge the gap and ensure that even our most underserved students can have access to enriching, empowering experiences.\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and commitment to helping students. You've made a lasting impact, and I'm incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1756254894987,"projectUrl":"project/student-learning-tools-and-nutritious-tr/9332114/","projectTitle":"Student Learning Tools and Nutritious Treats","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quiñones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8946244_orig.jpg?crop=1275,1275,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713982752266","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-liyah"},{"teacherId":3164159,"projectId":9213186,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping my students take ownership of their learning environment. When there is a spill, the floor is too messy, or a student wants to be a good helper we have supplies to allow students to keep their classroom clean. This past week, we have had several water bottle spills and without prompting, the students who spilled grabbed a mop and cleaned it up themselves. These are skills that will help students for the rest of their lives. 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