{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Meadow Homes Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":295512,"projectId":9629224,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing us with these fun supplies! I gave my students buttons at the beginning of the school-year and they have treasured their buttons all year long! When I told them they'd get to make their own buttons, they were very excited! Our first project was a Valentine's button. They created buttons either for themselves or for someone they'd like to give it to. There were lots of different styles - ranging from hearts to landscapes.\r\nThe lanyards will be perfect on our next field trip! I have two sets of students, so the different colors are great for distinguishing between the two groups. The identification part is perfect for keeping school contact information in a safe, waterproof place.\r\nThank you for your support of these projects and for showing my students that there are people in our community who care about them!","fullyFundedDate":1762410433940,"projectUrl":"project/all-types-of-badges/9629224/","projectTitle":"All Types of Badges","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp295512_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530026838754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/t-gutierrez"},{"teacherId":488181,"projectId":9928943,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my hands on math project. I am so grateful for the support with this project. I have one large rekenrek but having individual ones students can use has made a huge difference for my students and their math time. I am trying to teach math through multiple tools and strategies they can use. Besides learning a variety of tools and strategies we are working on their thinking and being able to explain how they got their answer and why they solved the way they did. The first day with the rekenreks allowed my students to have math conversations around how they solved. Thank you again for supporting my students.","fullyFundedDate":1767225649073,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math-tools/9928943/","projectTitle":"Hands on Math Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rieboldt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/488181"},{"teacherId":9154688,"projectId":9379606,"letterContent":"My students send their thanks! They have absolutely loved their binders! At first, it was a surprise for some students on how to use a binder. It has helped students be more organized. This will prepare them for the next school year as they get closer to middle school. \r\n\r\nThe binders have come in handy for the students as they transition between the two classes since they are in the bilingual program. Their work is able to be kept together. Thus, allowing the students to access all their notes from both classes in one place. This has truly been amazing to see! Thank you for this amazing resource for the students.","fullyFundedDate":1756065219906,"projectUrl":"project/on-the-go-organization/9379606/","projectTitle":"On the Go Organization!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9154688"},{"teacherId":9154688,"projectId":9379639,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! The students have loved using the notebooks to take notes. It has really assisted them in utilizing the grid when they were working on place value with all operations. They are currently working on division and taking notes has been essential to their learning as the curriculum is new. They think it is amazing how the paper is split between line and grid. Students are relieved knowing they have access to their notes during quizzes and assessments. These notebooks have really encouraged learning and given them the resource they need to be successful. Thank you from my students!","fullyFundedDate":1757546363821,"projectUrl":"project/graph-or-line-paper-why-not-both/9379639/","projectTitle":"Graph or Line Paper? Why Not Both?!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9154688"},{"teacherId":488181,"projectId":9920296,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my \"Reading Pop-It Fun\" project. My students were so excited when I unpacked the box and they saw the pop its with words on them. They couldn't wait to play as an entire class. Playing as a whole class was amazing. Students were throughly engaged reading the words and hoping they had that word on their pop-it board. Thank you so much for supporting my students learning how to read words in a fun and engaging way. My students and I appreciate the support and your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1767225650244,"projectUrl":"project/reading-pop-it-fun-in-first/9920296/","projectTitle":"Reading Pop It Fun in First!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rieboldt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/488181"},{"teacherId":488181,"projectId":9808221,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project. My students eyes lite up when I brought out the clay. Some of my students have never touched clay before. This was a very special day for them before winter break. They were extremely thankful to have this experience. We created a small art piece together and then they were allowed to create their own. The imagination that I saw that day was beyond what I had expected. They had the best time. Thank you for supporting my students with this incredible experience.","fullyFundedDate":1761106624626,"projectUrl":"project/art-time-with-clay/9808221/","projectTitle":"Art Time With Clay","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rieboldt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/488181"},{"teacherId":9269819,"projectId":9769043,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, the donation of 30 pianos has transformed music learning across our elementary schools in ways we could only have imagined before.\r\n\r\nHow we're using the new resources\r\nFor the first time, every music classroom now has consistent access to a real piano. Students are using the instruments daily to explore rhythm, melody, harmony, and composition—not just listening, but creating. We use the pianos for warm-ups, small-group practice, accompaniment for singing, and beginner composition. Having enough instruments means students can rotate through hands-on stations instead of waiting for a turn, which has dramatically increased engagement and confidence.\r\n\r\nA moment we'll never forget\r\nWhen the pianos were delivered, the room went silent—then erupted in whispers of \"Is that really for us?\" One student gently touched the keys and said, \"I didn't know school could have something like this.\" That same class later worked on a project where students composed short melodies inspired by stories they were reading in literacy class. One group proudly performed their piece for classmates, explaining how they used higher notes to show excitement and lower notes to show calm. Watching them connect music to storytelling was a powerful reminder of why these resources matter.\r\n\r\nStudent reactions\r\nThe excitement was immediate and genuine. Students who were once hesitant to participate are now eager to lead demonstrations. Many ask if they can practice during recess or talk about showing their families what they've learned. The pianos made music feel real and important—not just an extra, but something worth mastering.\r\n\r\nWhat's next\r\nRight now, students are working on a unit focused on collaboration and performance. They're learning how to practice together, listen to one another, and prepare a short ensemble piece using piano accompaniment. Our next step is to host small in-class performances where students can showcase their growth and reflect on the learning process. Looking ahead, we plan to introduce basic music notation and student-led compositions, building skills that will carry them into middle school and beyond.\r\n\r\nBy contributing to this project, you didn't just donate instruments—you opened doors to creativity, confidence, and connection. Our students feel seen, supported, and inspired, and we are deeply grateful for the role you played in making that possible. 🎶","fullyFundedDate":1760693619683,"projectUrl":"project/singing-in-the-rain-and-sunshine/9769043/","projectTitle":"Singing in the Rain and Sunshine!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Monica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9269819_orig.jpg?crop=1592,1592,x0,y907&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695951943131","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9269819"},{"teacherId":9605686,"projectId":9782544,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the soccer ball pump, jerseys, and cones. These resources have made a meaningful difference for my students. We are using them daily during physical education and recess, where students now have organized games with clear teams and defined play areas. One special moment was seeing students work together to set up the field using the cones and proudly put on their jerseys before starting a game. Their experience playing soccer has become more official and exciting for them.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were full of excitement and curiosity. They immediately wanted to know whose team they were on and when they could start playing. The jerseys, in particular, helped create a sense of belonging and teamwork, and it was wonderful to see how this encouraged more participation. The structured setup also made soccer more appealing for girls in the class, and many who previously chose not to play have now joined in and are actively participating alongside their classmates.\r\n\r\nNext, my students will continue building teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship skills as part of our current physical education lessons. We are focusing on practicing basic soccer skills, learning rules of fair play, and reflecting on how teamwork helps everyone succeed. Your support has helped to create an inclusive, engaging environment where all students feel excited to participate and learn together.","fullyFundedDate":1759700761703,"projectUrl":"project/kicks-for-kids/9782544/","projectTitle":"Kicks for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jimenez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9605686_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769454663758","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9605686"},{"teacherId":7949006,"projectId":9765922,"letterContent":"Thank you for the learning games with locks. As a special education teacher this resource has been incredibly meaningful for my students with special needs. It supports hands on learning, problem solving and fine motor skills in a way that feels like play. One student who loves keys and locks (they are his favorite) was absolutely thrilled and completely engaged. His happiness and focus were unforgettable. Seeing that level of joy and learning at the same time reminded me why resources like this make such a powerful difference.","fullyFundedDate":1759419768490,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-learning/9765922/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7949006_orig.jpg?crop=485,485,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628568220070","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7949006"},{"teacherId":7949006,"projectId":9324762,"letterContent":"Thank you for the microphones for our classroom. As a special education teacher I see daily how important access to the right tools is for students with special needs. These microphones have already made voice to text much clearer and easier for many of my students. They are able to share ideas with less frustration and more confidence. It has been amazing to watch students feel successful and heard. We are so excited to see how much more they can do as they continue using voice to text.\r\n\r\nThis would not have happened without you! THANK YOU!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1755703371543,"projectUrl":"project/write-with-your-voice/9324762/","projectTitle":"Write With Your Voice","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7949006_orig.jpg?crop=485,485,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628568220070","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7949006"},{"teacherId":7949006,"projectId":9699550,"letterContent":"Thank you so much! This means so much to my students and I. As a special education teacher this means even more to me because my students have unique learning needs and motivation matters so much. They absolutely loved these stickers. The Pusheen stickers were the very first to go. Students are excited to choose from so many options and it has become a positive reward that truly works for grades TK through 5. Having enough stickers for the rest of the year and beyond helps me support my students. This would not have happened without you!","fullyFundedDate":1758720034082,"projectUrl":"project/sticker-stars-2-sticker-supernova/9699550/","projectTitle":"Sticker Stars 2: Sticker Supernova","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7949006_orig.jpg?crop=485,485,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628568220070","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7949006"},{"teacherId":3027110,"projectId":9672454,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to complete my project: Big Feelings, Small Learners: Tools for Emotional Growth. These weighted stuffed animals and the books about emotions have been a tremendous help this school year. It has benefited my kids in all sorts of ways. From needing the physical emotional support by having a bear to hug to learning that is ok to feel a certain way And that it's not forever... we're allowed to have different emotions. My students have learned that they can talk to me about anything and that the bears will always be available if they just need something to hold onto for a bit. Thank you very much.","fullyFundedDate":1758869096492,"projectUrl":"project/big-feelings-small-learners-tools-for/9672454/","projectTitle":"Big Feelings, Small Learners: Tools for Emotional Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3027110_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534289878411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gregoria-stark"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4137","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":711,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":77,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"21.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":75.7,"schoolId":4137,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Meadow Homes Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Meadow Homes Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/mount-diablo-unified-school-district/meadow-homes-elementary-school/4137"}