{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Alberto & Celia Barrera Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9306375,"projectId":9295445,"letterContent":",\r\n\r\nThank you so much for funding our project, \"Monitoring Student Data!\" The new resources, including the label maker, are already making a huge impact. We are using them daily for our student data notebooks and a new project where students track their own progress toward a specific learning goal (e.g., mastering multiplication facts or improving reading fluency). When the materials first arrived, my students were ecstatic—especially the file cabinet! There was a real buzz of excitement and a sense of ownership as they personalized their new tracking tools. Our next steps involve students using this real-time data to create individual action plans for the upcoming unit on sea animals, most over, learning to take greater responsibility for their own success. We are so grateful for your support in bringing this empowering experience to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1750774646050,"projectUrl":"project/monitoring-student-data/9295445/","projectTitle":"Monitoring Student Data","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. N. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9306375"},{"teacherId":9892064,"projectId":9380634,"letterContent":"On behalf of myself and students, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous donation of a touch screen laptop to our classroom.\r\n\r\nThis incredible gift is already making a meaningful difference. The laptop has enhanced our ability to integrate technology into daily lessons, support students with different learning styles, and engage our class in more interactive and hands-on activities. Whether we're exploring educational apps, conducting research, or practicing digital writing skills, this tool is helping to transform our learning environment.\r\n\r\nYour support means more than words can fully express. It shows our students that there are people in the community who believe in their potential and are willing to invest in their success. Thank you for being part of their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1748725003643,"projectUrl":"project/give-the-gift-of-learning-one-laptop-at/9380634/","projectTitle":"“Give the Gift of Learning-One Laptop at a Time”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cabrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9892064_orig.jpg?crop=322,322,x0,y203&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748886723263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9892064"},{"teacherId":9290049,"projectId":9638171,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation to support my classroom projects. Your contribution has made a significant impact and will undoubtedly enhance the learning experience for my students. Your commitment to help education and our students is truly commendable. With your support, we are now able to implement innovative projects and provide resources that will foster a dynamic and engaging learning environment. Your generosity has opened up new possibilities for hands-on learning experiences, educational materials, and activities that will inspire and motivate my students. It is heartening to see individuals like you who recognize the importance of investing in education. Your kindness not only benefits my current students but also contributes to the broader goal of nurturing a future generation of informed and empowered individuals. I want to assure you that your donation will be put to good use, directly impacting the education and development of my students. Once again, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Your generosity has made a lasting impact, and I am truly grateful for your belief in the power of education to shape a brighter future.","fullyFundedDate":1757808313069,"projectUrl":"project/clock-in-to-confidence/9638171/","projectTitle":"Clock In to Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cabello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9290049_orig.jpg?crop=1240,1240,x0,y20&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695257168577","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9290049"},{"teacherId":9290049,"projectId":9326146,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation to support my classroom projects. Your contribution has made a significant impact and will undoubtedly enhance the learning experience for my students. Your commitment to help education and our students is truly commendable. With your support, we are now able to implement innovative projects and provide resources that will foster a dynamic and engaging learning environment. Your generosity has opened up new possibilities for hands-on learning experiences, educational materials, and activities that will inspire and motivate my students. It is heartening to see individuals like you who recognize the importance of investing in education. Your kindness not only benefits my current students but also contributes to the broader goal of nurturing a future generation of informed and empowered individuals. I want to assure you that your donation will be put to good use, directly impacting the education and development of my students. Once again, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Your generosity has made a lasting impact, and I am truly grateful for your belief in the power of education to shape a brighter future.","fullyFundedDate":1748103224893,"projectUrl":"project/organized-for-success/9326146/","projectTitle":"Organized for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cabello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9290049_orig.jpg?crop=1240,1240,x0,y20&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695257168577","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9290049"},{"teacherId":9056897,"projectId":9371277,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of the colored printer to our 5th grade reading class. Your thoughtful gift is already making a wonderful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith the colored printer, we can create engaging and vibrant reading materials that capture the students' attention and make learning more fun. It has truly brought new energy to our lessons and encouraged creativity among the students.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and support mean so much to all of us. Thank you for investing in our children's education and helping to inspire a love of reading and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1748112654103,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-in-color/9371277/","projectTitle":"Classroom in Color","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Oyervides","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9056897"},{"teacherId":9333702,"projectId":9211969,"letterContent":"My students are delighted to use the safety equipment acquired through this project. They constantly use the safety goggles as needed on all the lab experiments.\r\nMy students were so glad to wear each one individual goggles and finally their was enough for everyone. They also got to sketch examples of fossils during the fossil lesson and were so happy with their final outcome of their favorite fossil.\r\nThe next steps for my students is to work on ecosystems as they learn about producers and consumers. My students practice drawing food chains and were able to explain it's process.","fullyFundedDate":1743106591609,"projectUrl":"project/safety-motors-students-learning/9211969/","projectTitle":"Safety Motors Students Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9333702"},{"teacherId":9306051,"projectId":9291746,"letterContent":"Having access to a printer significantly enhanced the learning experience for my students in several meaningful ways. First and foremost, it allowed me to provide immediate, tailored resources that supported differentiated instruction. Whether it was customized graphic organizers, science lab sheets, anchor charts, or visual aids, I could print exactly what my students needed, when they needed it.\r\n\r\nFor my English Language Learners, having printed materials such as sentence stems, vocabulary flashcards, and bilingual handouts helped reinforce language acquisition and made content more accessible. It also supported students with different learning styles—visual learners especially benefited from printed diagrams, step-by-step instructions, and color-coded charts.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the ability to print student work, certificates, and learning games brought motivation and excitement to the classroom. Students felt proud to see their work displayed and recognized, which boosted their confidence and encouraged greater participation.\r\n\r\nIn short, my printer became a powerful tool that helped bridge gaps in learning, promote engagement, and personalize instruction to better meet the needs of all my students.","fullyFundedDate":1748725563595,"projectUrl":"project/technology-in-the-classroom/9291746/","projectTitle":"Technology in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Betsy Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9306051_orig.png?crop=1134,1134,x0,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695844740847","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9306051"},{"teacherId":9333702,"projectId":9198869,"letterContent":"My students are delighted using these items, they enjoyed learning about fossils and actually building an example using the air dry clay. The table is also always available as extra space so that students utilize it whenever it is necessary. This makes their learning to be safer as students have more space to work on activities.\r\nSome students had never used air dry clay material before, it was a new experience making fossils using molds during the hands on activity that was needed when learning about the concept. Moreover, students now have a variety of paints to choose from to create beautiful drawings needed in classroom activities. I notice some students talents being outstanding when they have the proper material to work on their projects.\r\n Thanks to your support my students are no being exposed to new materials which helps with hands on activities in a more safer and spacious environment. On behalf of my students and I, we send a huge THANKS!!! and blessings.","fullyFundedDate":1742758479822,"projectUrl":"project/general-rocks-make-moving-parts-happen/9198869/","projectTitle":"General Rocks Make Moving Parts Happen","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9333702"},{"teacherId":9892064,"projectId":8252004,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project. Thanks to your generous donation we have been able to do a lot as well as provide the students with some materials. We have been able to get around math easier by using the erasable markers. All the materials supplied have been a great help, especially the sheet protectors to place my students important sheets. Also the laminating pouches have been a life saver. \r\nOur clock has brightened our classroom and students are always telling time. All the decoration included in our package has also helped brightened the classroom and create a great comfy learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1716475917077,"projectUrl":"project/math-magnificent-awesome-terrific-ha/8252004/","projectTitle":"Math: Magnificent, Awesome, Terrific, Hand-on!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cabrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9892064_orig.jpg?crop=322,322,x0,y203&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748886723263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9892064"},{"teacherId":7761601,"projectId":8381572,"letterContent":"It has been a very rough year for me. I suffered a personal loss and came out of remission. However. I would like to thank you all soooo very much for the donation of the IPAD. Here is a clip of one of my 4 yr Olds completely engrossed with the IPAD working interactively while a couple of others wait their turn. I set a timer for 30 minutes each to give them ample time to explore and enjoy optimum time usage of the device. My students became more independent and familiar with the use of technology. I was able to enhance their learning by providing ample opportunities for interactive learning as well as reinforcement of previously taught skills and concepts.","fullyFundedDate":1715169138905,"projectUrl":"project/ipads-the-versatile-tool-for-21st-cent/8381572/","projectTitle":"“iPads: The Versatile Tool for 21st-Century Learners”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7761601_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1613483496828","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7761601"},{"teacherId":9056897,"projectId":9145854,"letterContent":"The iPad is already making a big difference in our small group reading sessions. My students are able to access interactive books, educational apps, and tools that help them build vocabulary and reading comprehension skills in fun and engaging ways. It's helping me personalize instruction for each student and keep them excited about learning. Your kindness has brought so much joy and opportunity into our classroom. Thank you for believing in our students and helping them grow as readers. We truly appreciate your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1746819033746,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-for-reading/9145854/","projectTitle":"Small Group for Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Oyervides","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9056897"},{"teacherId":9306051,"projectId":9291373,"letterContent":"The addition of the laptop and carrying case has made a significant impact in our classroom, especially in our science lab. The laptop has become an essential tool for lesson planning, delivering engaging digital content, and allowing students to participate in interactive simulations, virtual labs, and STEM activities. It has supported differentiated instruction by giving students access to visual aids, research opportunities, and educational platforms tailored to their individual learning needs and levels.\r\n\r\nThe carrying case has helped protect this valuable resource, allowing us to safely transport it between classrooms and learning spaces. With its added protection, we've been able to confidently use the laptop during outdoor science investigations, group presentations, and technology-based stations. Together, the laptop and case have increased student engagement, supported creativity, and enhanced the way we explore and apply science in meaningful ways. We're truly grateful for these tools and the positive difference they've made in our learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1746464915927,"projectUrl":"project/differentiate-through-technology/9291373/","projectTitle":"Differentiate Through Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Betsy Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9306051_orig.png?crop=1134,1134,x0,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695844740847","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9306051"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_14014","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":435,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":99,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":62.4,"schoolId":14014,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Alberto & Celia Barrera Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Alberto & Celia Barrera Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/rio-grande-city-independent-school-district/north-grammar-elementary-school/14014"}