{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Monterrey Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":85.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9995361,"projectId":9423500,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom Self-Care Station is now open and it's already making a big difference!\r\n\r\nStudents were so surprised (and relieved) when they first saw the neatly organized shelves stocked with deodorant, toothpaste, hair care items, and other essentials. One student quietly said, \"This is so cool we can actually use this?\" That small moment said it all. The sense of comfort and dignity this space provides is truly priceless.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the year, this project will remain a vital part of our classroom community. We'll keep the station stocked and continue encouraging students to take care of themselves, body and mind.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created more than just a shelf of supplies you've helped build a sense of safety, respect, and belonging for my students. Thank you for believing in the power of small things to make a big difference.","fullyFundedDate":1760834049102,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-bodies-confident-minds/9423500/","projectTitle":"Healthy Bodies, Confident Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dunkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9995361"},{"teacherId":9995361,"projectId":9430680,"letterContent":"The Bee-Themed Welcome project has had such a positive impact on my class! The bright decorations, nameplates, and cheerful displays transformed our classroom into a warm, welcoming space that my students are proud to call their own. Every morning, they come in excited, smiling, and ready to learn. The bee theme has helped us build a strong sense of community, students refer to our class as \"our hive\" and remind each other that \"we all belong.\" Your support created more than just a beautiful classroom, it built confidence, connection, and joy in learning.","fullyFundedDate":1756154948859,"projectUrl":"project/bee-lieve-in-a-warm-welcome/9430680/","projectTitle":"Bee-lieve in a Warm Welcome!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dunkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9995361"},{"teacherId":7234980,"projectId":9370240,"letterContent":"Our class is incredibly thankful for all the donated items. Your kindness helps our students learn, grow, and feel supported every day.\r\n\r\nThe chair bags have been especially helpful in keeping each student's headphones separate from the others, which helps prevent the spread of germs. The slime, fidget cubes, and relaxation toys have been wonderful incentives—students know they need to work hard to earn them, and they're motivated to do their best. The pocket chart is being used to display our weekly phonics posters, and the stand chart will soon be set up in our classroom library area to help organize and display books.\r\n\r\nI truly have no words to express how thankful I am. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your generosity and support. It means so much to me and my students. Organization like yours, make the difference in our schools.","fullyFundedDate":1750774705012,"projectUrl":"project/focused-organized-and-ready-to-learn/9370240/","projectTitle":"Focused, Organized, and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7234980"},{"teacherId":8943334,"projectId":9394881,"letterContent":"Thank you for gifting our class with arts and craft supplies! We are using the colored cardstock for everything we can find! We are learning to use the Cricut supplies to make even more things to share with others in our community. \r\n\r\nSometimes 5th graders feel like they are too old to create and draw, but I know it's important for them to have a creative outlet.\r\n\r\nYour generous gift will help bring smiles to many in our class, our school, and our community.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my and my students and supporting us with your gifts.","fullyFundedDate":1749089844788,"projectUrl":"project/cricut-supplies/9394881/","projectTitle":"Cricut Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Donahue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8943334_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677384786435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jjdonahue"},{"teacherId":9213258,"projectId":9226379,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books for our classroom. Your gift brings new opportunities for our students to learn, imagine, and grow as readers. Having access to a variety of books allows children to explore new ideas, discover favorite stories, and build a lifelong love of reading.\r\n\r\nThese books will be used daily during reading lessons, independent reading time, and small group activities. They not only support literacy skills but also help students see themselves in stories and learn about the experiences of others. For many children, having fresh and exciting books to choose from makes reading feel more personal and engaging.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps us create a classroom where every student feels encouraged and inspired to read. Because of your generosity, our students will have the chance to build stronger reading skills and enjoy the magic of books in a way that will impact them for years to come.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support and for believing in the power of reading to change lives.","fullyFundedDate":1744238428999,"projectUrl":"project/bookworms-unite/9226379/","projectTitle":"Bookworms Unite!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dilley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9213258_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694095688407","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-adilley"},{"teacherId":8943334,"projectId":9580268,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping me secure storage containers for my class store. I've been collecting prizes for my students, but they have been stuffed haphazardly wherever I could find a few inches. Now I have neatly organized collection of tubs. As a bonus, they are all clear, so my students can see what they are working for.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving to my classroom. It helps to know that people like you see the hard work we do in the classroom. Thanks for helping me make my classroom environment it can be.","fullyFundedDate":1756644371224,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-economy/9580268/","projectTitle":"Classroom Economy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Donahue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8943334_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677384786435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jjdonahue"},{"teacherId":8943334,"projectId":9301458,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing classroom essentials to start the year off right. We use our drive erase boards every day for math, spelling, and just to doodle.\r\n\r\nThere are never enough pencils in the classroom, but now we have a good start. I no longer have to wait for my one stapler to make it all the way around the room—I can put one at each table group and it goes quickly!\r\n\r\nCardstock in so many colors!! Oh the fun we will with those!!\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in my classroom. Thank you for believing in my students.","fullyFundedDate":1747076192074,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-fresh-start/9301458/","projectTitle":"New Year Fresh Start","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Donahue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8943334_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677384786435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jjdonahue"},{"teacherId":8943334,"projectId":9283621,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support of my classroom! I have not yet introduced my students to the Cricut, as I received it just as school was ending. My colleagues and I had the opportunity to spend some time learning the ins and outs if using the cutter. The week before school started, I made 50 of the \"Monterrey is the Place to Bee\" t-shirts for our staff to wear on the first day of school. \r\n\r\nSince school started, I have been talking to my students about the kindness projects we will be doing. They have begun to brainstorm ideas and people to surprise.\r\n\r\nThanks for making this a reality!","fullyFundedDate":1746733681300,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-cricut-and-done/9283621/","projectTitle":"Kindness? Cricut and Done!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Donahue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8943334_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677384786435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jjdonahue"},{"teacherId":8943334,"projectId":9239952,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing read aloud books for my 5th grade students. I've been able to use picture books to reinforce concepts we are learning. The new read aloud books have sparked excitement and curiosity in my students. These stories from the basis for rich discussions, deep comprehension, and stronger connections. Students are practicing listening, empathy, and critical thinking. And sometimes, they are just enjoying a story. Books can provide both enjoyment and lessons. Thank you for believing in me and my students.","fullyFundedDate":1744238427338,"projectUrl":"project/5th-graders-need-read-alouds-too/9239952/","projectTitle":"5th Graders Need Read Alouds Too!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Donahue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8943334_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677384786435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jjdonahue"},{"teacherId":8951537,"projectId":9394981,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving our class puzzles, a puzzle board, paint pens, and a document camera! These supplies have made learning more fun for our 5th graders.\r\n\r\nThe puzzles and board help students practice teamwork and problem solving. With the paint pens, they even created their own puzzles, which made them proud of their work and excited to share with others. The document camera has also helped us show work to the whole class so everyone can learn together.\r\n\r\nYour gift has helped us be more creative, work as a team, and enjoy learning. 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These supplies are being used by other grades as well, allowing more students to experience hands-on projects that connect to their learning. From creating visuals for presentations to designing items for school-wide activities, your generosity has opened the door for endless opportunities.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students have the chance to learn important skills in design, problem solving, and collaboration, all while making projects that they can be proud of. Thank you for helping us build a more creative and connected school community.","fullyFundedDate":1747238299748,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-cricut-and-done/9284359/","projectTitle":"Kindness? Cricut and Done!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buckelew","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8951537_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693802250852","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8951537"},{"teacherId":8951537,"projectId":9139329,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! The microscope, slides, and bookcase have made a huge difference for my 5th graders. With the microscope and slides, students are able to explore science hands-on, sparking curiosity and deeper understanding as they see details they've never noticed before. The bookcase has helped us organize and display science resources, making them more accessible for independent learning. Your support has given my students opportunities to learn like real scientists, and their excitement and engagement in science have grown tremendously. 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