{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Marquez Charter School","outOfStateSupporters":14.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10404897,"projectId":10046935,"letterContent":"Our classroom has turned into a little storytelling studio! My first graders are using their writing journals and supplies to plan and write their own original stories. We have been having so much fun with the costumes, green screen, and tripod. Students have been performing skits, practicing speaking clearly, listening to one another, and collaborating as a team.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue developing our storytelling skills. Students will revise their stories, add more details, and practice performing with expression and confidence. We are excited to keep growing as writers, storytellers, and performers, and none of this would be possible without your generous support. Thank you for helping our students bring their ideas to life!","fullyFundedDate":1769360388758,"projectUrl":"project/first-graders-find-their-voice-buildin/10046935/","projectTitle":"First Graders Find Their Voice - Building Writers and Storytellers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Farrell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10404897_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768968099409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404897"},{"teacherId":5321415,"projectId":10092737,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your tremendous generosity!\r\n\r\nAll of the the items you've donated will be utilized and appreciated by every child in our small school, but the one that has gotten the most immediate use is the lap desk.\r\n\r\nMy children love the option of coming to the rug with their notebooks and pencils to get closer to the board. Many young students find it challenging to write down what is written on the board if it is not directly in front of them. Allowing these children to independently move to the rug and get a lap desk and sit directly in front of the board facilitates their school work and learning. They love using the lap desks! It makes them feel studious :) \r\n\r\nThank you, again, for your thoughtful and help.","fullyFundedDate":1770753352756,"projectUrl":"project/restocking-our-science-lab-after-the-fir/10092737/","projectTitle":"Restocking our Science Lab After the Fires","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arevalo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5321415"},{"teacherId":5321415,"projectId":10008302,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation!\r\nRight away, the celestial globe was a huge point of interest for students of all grades! However, it was the 5th grade class that benefited the most. We were learning about constellations and how they appear to move across the sky. The celestial globe was the perfect physical model to show how that movement occurs.\r\nThe rolls and rolls of duct tape used for STEM projects. 2nd grade had to engineer a solution for protecting their \"homes\" from a flooding river, and duct tape was one of the materials they could use to help redirect the flow of the river. Later this year, 5th grade will use duct tape to help engineer carnival games out of cardboard!\r\nThose are just a few of the ways my students benefitted from your generosity.\r\nThank you, again.","fullyFundedDate":1768306851456,"projectUrl":"project/stem-lab-set-up/10008302/","projectTitle":"STEM Lab Set Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arevalo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5321415"},{"teacherId":10404897,"projectId":10024196,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when the new math manipulatives arrived! When they first saw the materials, there were lots of smiles and eager hands ready to explore. The balance scales became a fan favorite as students experimented with making both sides equal and discovering what it means for numbers to balance. The money manipulatives also sparked a lot of excitement as students practiced counting, exchanging coins, and solving real-world math problems.\r\n\r\nWe are using these tools daily during small group lessons. The math games have also helped students practice skills in a fun, collaborative way. These hands-on materials help make abstract concepts visible and meaningful for first graders, allowing them to build confidence and deepen their understanding. Thanks to our donors, my students have the tools they need to explore, question, and grow as mathematicians every day.","fullyFundedDate":1769132709352,"projectUrl":"project/replacing-essential-math-tools-lost-in-t/10024196/","projectTitle":"Replacing Essential Math Tools Lost in the Fire","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Farrell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10404897_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768968099409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404897"},{"teacherId":10415036,"projectId":10048606,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping restore our classroom after the fires. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for my students.\r\n\r\nThe new classroom decor (posters, borders, welcome sign, organizing bins) have transformed our space into a bright, welcoming environment. Students regularly use the math vocabulary posters and visual supports during lessons, and I've seen a noticeable increase in their confidence when explaining their thinking. Our new math games have been a highlight—one morning, students were fully engaged, collaborating and cheering each other on while practicing key skills. It was wonderful to see both joy and learning happening together.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their faces lit up. They were so excited to try the new games. Your support has helped create a sense of comfort, excitement, and stability during a challenging time.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1769269421186,"projectUrl":"project/a-fun-tastic-approach-to-building-math-s/10048606/","projectTitle":"A Fun-tastic Approach to Building Math Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oshima","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10415036"},{"teacherId":1956833,"projectId":10018852,"letterContent":"I can't tell you how excited the kids were to see all the wonderful art supplies coming in a few weeks ago. It was like Christmas every day a box came to our room. \r\n\r\nWhen the guitar came in the huge box they were especially thrilled to see the guitar. They have been learning Ukelele all year so its wonderful that I can now join them. \r\n\r\nI am happy I can now continue with my wonderful art and music programs. Every little bit helps and your donation was extra generous. I am super grateful for your help this year! I am looking forward to a wonderful 2026!","fullyFundedDate":1768673275548,"projectUrl":"project/a-phoenix-rises-bring-music-art-and-jo/10018852/","projectTitle":"A Phoenix Rises- Bring Music, Art and Joy Back","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1956833_orig.jpg?crop=445,445,x657,y201&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745174138168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1956833"},{"teacherId":10403665,"projectId":10049455,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our class feel warm and comfortable. The floor seating, bean bag, cushioned bench, and bookcases have really made our students feel at home and help them to want to come to class every day. \r\n\r\nThe children were so excited when they saw all of the new items in the classroom. Just yesterday, they were discussing how comfortable they were during quiet reading time. One child said it's their favorite time of the day! \r\n\r\nIn addition, the poetry books and puzzles were a welcome surprise for the class that they have thoroughly enjoyed. We so appreciate your support.","fullyFundedDate":1769654127988,"projectUrl":"project/a-warm-inviting-classroom/10049455/","projectTitle":"A Warm & Inviting Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gardner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10403665_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768493829538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403665"},{"teacherId":10403665,"projectId":10017570,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to our project. Because of you, our class is able to have the materials we need, like gardening gloves and spades, to work in our garden planter. The books and other educational materials have helped us to learn more about plants and insects. The caterpillars, that are part of our kit to raise butterflies, were delivered last week and the children have been observing them and writing about them in their butterfly journals. They can't wait until they become butterflies!\r\n\r\nThanks again for your generous donation. We truly appreciate your help.","fullyFundedDate":1768612213691,"projectUrl":"project/how-does-our-garden-grow/10017570/","projectTitle":"How Does Our Garden Grow?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gardner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10403665_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768493829538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403665"},{"teacherId":1956833,"projectId":9262974,"letterContent":"Thank you for much for the wonderful supplies. I apologize for not writing sooner but I was moved to a different grade level so there has been alot to learn and prep. New materials, curriculum, etc. That said I ordered Spring crafts for Kindergarten and they came to the school in the beginning of June. \r\n\r\nAlthough, I now teach 2nd grade, our book buddies are 2nd graders. We will be using all the wonderful art supplies, bird houses, books, etc. with them starting in late Feb. As soon as we do I will send photos of the cuties! The kinder teacher is grateful for the crafts too.\r\n\r\nStay tuned!","fullyFundedDate":1745275305695,"projectUrl":"project/rise-from-the-ashes-lifecycle-ecology/9262974/","projectTitle":"Rise From the Ashes :Lifecycle & Ecology Unit Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1956833_orig.jpg?crop=445,445,x657,y201&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745174138168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1956833"},{"teacherId":9937173,"projectId":9310313,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generosity and kindness. After the devastating wildfires that destroyed our school, our students lost not only their classroom but also many of the precious memories and materials we had built throughout the year—especially their in-progress memory books. Your donation helped us end the year with joy, creativity, and a sense of closure that we didn't think would be possible.\r\n\r\nThe materials you funded—craft supplies, activities, and memory book materials—became so much more than just classroom items. They gave our kindergarteners a chance to feel normal again, to laugh, create, and reflect on their school year in a positive way. When the supplies arrived, their faces lit up with excitement and wonder. You could see their imaginations instantly spark as they pulled out colorful paper, stickers, and craft materials. It gave them something to look forward to every day.\r\n\r\nOne of the most special moments was when we began recreating our memory books. These kids had lost so much, but being able to redo these books helped them process what they'd been through and celebrate what they'd accomplished. Watching them carefully choose their favorite memories and decorate each page with love was incredibly moving—for them, for me, and for the families who will cherish these keepsakes.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, we ended the school year not with sadness, but with celebration. We had a joyful classroom party with decorations and games, giving the kids the fun and closure they deserved. It meant more than I can put into words.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our students will carry the resilience they've built into first grade and beyond. This project helped remind them that even after something is lost, something beautiful can still be created. Thank you for giving them that gift.","fullyFundedDate":1747227066736,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-end-of-year/9310313/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten End of Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kupfer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9937173"},{"teacherId":10005483,"projectId":9279842,"letterContent":"The recent Palisades fire deeply affected our school community, and many of our students are still processing the loss and stress it caused. In our classroom, creativity has become a powerful way to heal and rebuild resilience. Thanks to your support, we've been able to bring Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and art together to create meaningful, hands-on projects that nurture both hearts and minds.\r\n\r\nWith the Cricut Maker 4, I created colorful posters of our six pillars of character—Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship. Students light up when they see the vibrant letters and proudly identify the values we are practicing each day. The introduction of Magna-Tiles brought even more excitement—students immediately engaged in cooperative play, problem-solving, and creative construction. These activities provided a natural and meaningful way to practice the pillars in action.\r\n\r\nTo extend this learning, students are now using watercolor paper and brushes to illustrate themselves demonstrating the pillars in their own daily lives. Whether drawing themselves helping a friend, showing respect in class, or taking responsibility at home, students are making powerful connections between art, self-expression, and character development. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students not only the tools to learn, but also the space to heal, grow, and express themselves with confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1745725350200,"projectUrl":"project/healing-from-the-fires-through-art/9279842/","projectTitle":"Healing From the Fires Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Connor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10005483_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746567192461","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10005483"},{"teacherId":10005483,"projectId":9297838,"letterContent":"The recent Palisades fire deeply affected our school community, and many of our students are still processing the loss and stress it caused. Thanks to your support, we've been able to bring Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and art together to create meaningful, hands-on projects that nurture both hearts and minds.\r\n\r\nWith the Cricut Maker 4, I created colorful posters of our six pillars of character—Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship. Students light up when they see the vibrant letters and proudly identify the values we are practicing each day. Magna-Tiles have encouraged teamwork, problem-solving, and collaboration, making SEL skills come alive through play.\r\n\r\nStudents use watercolor paper and brushes to illustrate themselves demonstrating the pillars in their own daily lives. These beautiful works of art show them helping friends, taking responsibility, and showing kindness. Your generosity has given my students not only the tools to learn, but also the space to heal, grow, and express themselves with confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1746635406675,"projectUrl":"project/creative-minds-heal-the-soul-art-and-st/9297838/","projectTitle":"Creative Minds Heal the Soul: Art and STEM Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Connor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10005483_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746567192461","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10005483"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7237","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":321,"numTeachers":25,"percentFrplEligible":14,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":48,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":14,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":85.5,"schoolId":7237,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Marquez Charter School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Marquez Charter School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/los-angeles-unified-school-district/marquez-charter-school/7237"}