{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mendez Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":38.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5035227,"projectId":10137720,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through the Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to engaging, teacher-created resources that make learning more interactive, meaningful, and exciting. These materials have allowed me to provide differentiated activities, hands-on math stations, and creative learning opportunities that meet the diverse needs of my fifth grade students.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting parts for students has been using the new resources to create their own math journals, anchor charts, and problem-solving activities. Students are more engaged during independent work time and are taking greater ownership of their learning. Many of my students especially enjoy the colorful visuals, interactive practice pages, and collaborative activities that help make challenging math concepts easier to understand and more fun to explore.\r\n\r\nI have also seen students who were previously hesitant about math become more confident and willing to participate. The variety of resources has helped students work at their own pace while still feeling successful and supported. Your generosity has created opportunities for creativity, collaboration, and deeper learning in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students' education.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a lasting impact on our classroom and helping our students grow as learners every day.","fullyFundedDate":1778261812252,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-winwin/10137720/","projectTitle":"TPT = Win/Win","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Boone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5035227_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514432207372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-murr"},{"teacherId":8424242,"projectId":10225130,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations towards the purchase of new STEM items for our classroom! The moment they arrived, the students were excited to see the unboxing of the items. \r\n\r\nStudents are working hard to complete their assignments, so they can play with the STEM bin items such as the Minecraft Magnetic Blocks and the various puzzles. Activities like these help support student engagement, while allowing students to communicate and problem solve with their groups. \r\n\r\nI appreciate all of the support you have shown our 4th grade students. Our students are able to have various fun experiences due to donations like yours. Thank you once again!","fullyFundedDate":1778018053216,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-mornings-stem-bins-to-spark-yo/10225130/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Mornings: STEM Bins to Spark Young Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8424242_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685554057105","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8424242"},{"teacherId":5035227,"projectId":9981682,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for contributing to our classroom. This group of 5th grade students go above and beyond everyday, and because of amazing donor's, like you, they have great resources to help them along the way. \r\nI have watched my students shine academically and socially and I truly believe that high engaging resources, a comfortable classroom, and removing the worry of not having school supplies has helped them flourish. These are things that I have been able to provide to every single student because of your help.\r\nI will forever be grateful. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1769177069145,"projectUrl":"project/resources-that-fit-just-right/9981682/","projectTitle":"Resources That Fit Just Right!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Boone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5035227_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514432207372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-murr"},{"teacherId":5035227,"projectId":8574025,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for contributing to our classroom. This group of 5th grade students go above and beyond everyday, and because of amazing donor's, like you, they have great resources to help them along the way. \r\nI have watched my students shine academically and socially and I truly believe that high engaging resources, a comfortable classroom, and removing the worry of not having school supplies has helped them flourish. These are things that I have been able to provide to every single student because of your help.\r\nI will forever be grateful. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1731552004083,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-winwin-2/8574025/","projectTitle":"TPT: Win/Win 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Boone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5035227_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514432207372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-murr"},{"teacherId":9985726,"projectId":10059689,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of indoor games for our classroom! Your support has brought so much joy and excitement to my students.\r\n\r\nWe use these games during indoor recess and brain breaks, and they've also become a great way to build teamwork and problem-solving skills. When the students first saw the materials, they were thrilled smiles, excitement, and lots of gratitude filled the room.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these games to support both social and academic growth through small group activities and collaborative play.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a positive impact in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1775405057812,"projectUrl":"project/making-the-best-of-indoor-recess-for-eve/10059689/","projectTitle":"Making the Best of Indoor Recess for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9985726_orig.jpg?crop=2419,2419,x779,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743617091512","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9985726"},{"teacherId":8424242,"projectId":9984819,"letterContent":"Your support has truly made a difference during one of the most important times in our school year. The \"Motivation That Matters: Encouraging Students During STAAR Prep\" project helped transform test preparation into a more positive, encouraging experience for my students.\r\n\r\nSTAAR season can often feel stressful and overwhelming, but благодаря your generosity, my students were motivated to stay focused, confident, and determined. The incentives and supportive tools provided through this project gave them something to work toward and helped reinforce the value of persistence and effort.\r\n\r\nI saw students pushing themselves in new ways, encouraging one another, and taking pride in their progress. What could have been a stressful time became an opportunity for growth, confidence-building, and celebration of hard work.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping my students feel supported, capable, and motivated when they needed it most. Your kindness has had a lasting impact on their mindset and success.","fullyFundedDate":1769177072729,"projectUrl":"project/motivation-that-matters-encouraging-stu/9984819/","projectTitle":"Motivation That Matters: Encouraging Students During STAAR Prep","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8424242_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685554057105","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8424242"},{"teacherId":8424242,"projectId":9922271,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. The \"Holiday Rewards for Hardworking Learners\" project has given my students something truly special to look forward to—recognition for their effort, growth, and perseverance. Many of my students work incredibly hard every day, and these rewards helped reinforce positive behavior, build motivation, and create a joyful classroom environment.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students felt seen and celebrated. The excitement and pride they experienced when earning a reward boosted their confidence and encouraged them to continue striving for their best. It also helped foster a strong sense of community, where students cheer each other on and take pride in their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make our classroom a place where hard work is recognized and learning is celebrated. Your kindness has left a lasting impact on my students, and we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1766584764174,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-rewards-for-hardworking-learners/9922271/","projectTitle":"Holiday Rewards for Hardworking Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8424242_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685554057105","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8424242"},{"teacherId":9985726,"projectId":9989861,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of your contributions, we were able to create a classroom store that will make a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nThe items you helped provide will be used as incentives to encourage positive behavior, responsibility, and academic effort. Our classroom store allows students to \"earn\" rewards through hard work, kindness, and perseverance. This system not only motivates them to stay engaged but also helps them build important life skills such as goal-setting, saving, and decision-making.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping us create an environment where students feel excited to learn and proud of their accomplishments. 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They brought their hard earned trophy back to our campus! \r\nThese opportunities are available to our students because of kind hearted people like you! We are forever grateful for your kindness and generosity. The wonderful resources I have received from this platform have benefed hundreds of students over the years. \r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1716827346942,"projectUrl":"project/and-the-nominees-are2024-2025-bluebon/8326857/","projectTitle":"And the Nominees Are...2024-2025 Bluebonnet Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Boone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5035227_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514432207372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-murr"},{"teacherId":8738840,"projectId":10014692,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Pop Into Success: Feeding Minds Through Teamwork and Positive Choices. Your generosity has made a meaningful and visible impact in our reading classroom.\r\nRecently, our students completed their middle-of-year iReady assessments, and thanks to their hard work and motivation, 90% of our students met or exceeded their individual growth goals. To celebrate this incredible achievement, we hosted a ramen party using the Cup of Noodles from this project—and the excitement and pride in the room were unforgettable. Our students felt truly celebrated for their effort and progress.\r\nIn addition to testing growth, we have been using weekly comprehension quizzes to monitor learning and reinforce strong academic habits. Because students continued to demonstrate focus, teamwork, and positive behavior—even during a busy and sometimes stressful testing schedule—we were also able to celebrate with a popcorn party. These moments of celebration help reinforce that effort, cooperation, and perseverance truly matter.\r\nThe popcorn, supplies, and Cup of Noodles provided through this project have become powerful incentives that encourage students to work together, make responsible choices, and support one another. When students know they are working toward a shared goal, they are more engaged, motivated, and willing to help their peers succeed. These rewards are tied directly to academic growth and positive behavior, helping students see a clear connection between effort and success as we prepare for the STAAR assessment.\r\nFor many of my students, these small but meaningful rewards also provide comfort and encouragement during a high-pressure testing season. They help reduce anxiety, build confidence, and create a classroom environment where students feel supported and proud of their progress.\r\nBecause of your generosity, we are able to foster a positive, motivating classroom culture that celebrates growth, teamwork, and perseverance. We are incredibly thankful for your support and could not celebrate our students' achievements without you.","fullyFundedDate":1769177073219,"projectUrl":"project/pop-into-success-feeding-minds-through/10014692/","projectTitle":"Pop Into Success: Feeding Minds Through Teamwork and Positive Choices","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nail","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8738840_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664749622332","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8738840"},{"teacherId":5414046,"projectId":9503050,"letterContent":"I am so thankful for your support of public education. This donation has had a positive impact on my club. On Fridays we end the day with Innovation Hour and students come to me to enjoy exploring Google Earth. This technology allows my students to \"fly\" anywhere in the world and see/learn so many new things. The \"oohs\" and \"aahs\" are music to my ears.\r\n My students love their travel bags with their passports. It has their information, picture and each week it gets stamped with the places we visit and stickers get added to them. Some weeks they get a special treat in their bag, depending on where we visit that week. For example, a panda pen when we study China, a space bracelet when we visit fun alien sites and NASA, a globe keychain , etc... These items that you allowed me to purchase have brought smiles to my kids' faces and adds to the enjoyment of the club. I have been running this Google Earth Club for many, many years. The wonderful Teacher Pay Teacher gift card has allowed me to purchase some new virtual field trips so when kids continue to pick my club again, I have new sites ready to explore. Thank you once again for your gracious donation to my project where awesome adventures await on Google Earth!","fullyFundedDate":1763143696258,"projectUrl":"project/adventure-awaits/9503050/","projectTitle":"Adventure Awaits","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Devereaux","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5414046_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x195,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1557253375101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5414046"},{"teacherId":8738840,"projectId":9637190,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now has new tools that are transforming how students learn and engage. The ViewSonic portable monitors allow students to project their work during lessons and small group activities, giving them a chance to share ideas, explain their thinking, and learn from one another. This technology is especially impactful for students with vision challenges, as it brings instructional materials closer and makes learning more accessible and inclusive.\r\nStudents are most excited about being able to display their own projects. Seeing their work projected builds confidence and motivation, especially for students who are usually hesitant to participate. In addition, the Last Kids on Earth books are already generating excitement in our small group reading intervention sessions. These high-interest books are helping reluctant readers stay engaged, improve comprehension, and develop a love of reading. Your support has made learning more interactive, equitable, and joyful for our students. 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