{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pacific Drive Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5499690,"projectId":9872259,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your kindness, we were able to provide essential hygiene products and make them easily accessible to all of our students. Your contributions have made a meaningful difference in both their daily lives and overall well-being.\r\n\r\nOne of the most impactful parts of this project was creating a \"build your own hygiene kit\" station. Students were able to select the supplies they needed and place them in a bag to take home. This not only gave them a sense of independence and dignity, but it also opened the door for important conversations. We talked about healthy habits, such as how often to floss and when to replace a toothbrush, helping students build knowledge they will carry with them long-term.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support has helped create a classroom environment where students feel comfortable asking for what they need. Whether it's feminine hygiene products, deodorant, or other essentials, students now know these resources are available to them without hesitation or embarrassment.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generosity and for believing in our students. Thank you for helping us support their health, confidence, and success","fullyFundedDate":1771355714061,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-6th-graders-with-essential-to/9872259/","projectTitle":"Supporting 6th Graders with Essential Toiletries and Sanitary Products","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Herdina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5499690_orig.jpg?crop=1643,1643,x1310,y332&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655403567241","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-riesch"},{"teacherId":7170711,"projectId":10057389,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of Minecraft books and gift card for resources. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, students are more engaged in reading and writing than ever before. The Minecraft-themed materials have sparked excitement and motivation, especially among students who may have previously been hesitant readers. They are now eager to explore texts, build vocabulary, and express their creativity through writing.\r\n\r\nThese resources have also allowed us to connect literacy skills to students' interests, making learning more relevant and enjoyable. We are already seeing increased participation, improved confidence, and a stronger enthusiasm for ELA.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping us create a classroom environment where students feel inspired to learn and grow. Thank you for investing in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1771355713741,"projectUrl":"project/level-up-our-read-alouds-with-minecraft/10057389/","projectTitle":"Level Up Our Read-Alouds with Minecraft Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ayon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7170711"},{"teacherId":1554403,"projectId":9909227,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our Magical World of Reading. My second graders have embarked on a journey through the Magic Tree House graphic novel. To say they are enjoying this book is an understatement. They are being transported to another time and are developing a sense of curiosity and excitement. They are also asking to read instead of me asking them to read. This is so exciting to witness. \r\n\r\nMy students are not only experiencing this book, but are also becoming interested in creating their own stories. Thank you for helping to create a true excitement for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1771355713879,"projectUrl":"project/magical-world-of-reading/9909227/","projectTitle":"Magical World of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Orwat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1554403"},{"teacherId":1554403,"projectId":9924471,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my printing in style project. We have been using the printer a short amount of time and it has already made an exceptional impact on our classroom. A group of students wanted to create their own graphic novel and have been using the printer to print their work. Other groups have created collages on books that they have read to encourage other students to read those books. We have been able to print the reviews out and display them by the book shelves. \r\n\r\nThe printer has also been extremely helpful to all of the teachers in my grade level team. We have been able to print projects and reports in our classrooms. Your donation will make an enormous difference for many years to come and it is very much appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1769177641050,"projectUrl":"project/printing-in-style/9924471/","projectTitle":"Printing in Style","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Orwat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1554403"},{"teacherId":3208948,"projectId":9795863,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in helping us bring new novel study books into our classroom. These shared texts have truly transformed how my students read, think, and learn individually and together.\r\n\r\nWhat skills and lessons are these novel study books introducing?\r\nWith whole class and small group novels, students are learning how to read more deeply and thoughtfully. \r\nThese books help us practice essential skills such as: Tracking character development and understanding how characters' choices drive the plot. Identifying themes and connecting them to real-world issues. Citing evidence to support opinions during discussions and written responses. Making inferences, analyzing symbolism, and recognizing an author's craft. Comparing perspectives among characters and among classmates Because we're all reading the same titles, students get repeated practice discussing big ideas, challenging each other respectfully, and building interpretations together.\r\n\r\nReading time has become wonderfully interactive. Some days you'll find students reading aloud in partners, stopping to unpack tricky vocabulary or puzzling over a character's motives. Other days we read quietly and then come together for lively Socratic-style conversations, sticky-note exchanges, or \"turn-and-talk\" moments that get every student thinking out loud.\r\n\r\nStudents also complete creative extensions character journals, timeline sketches, theme trackers which help them process what they're reading in ways that feel meaningful and personal. The atmosphere during novel study is one of collaboration, curiosity, and genuine engagement.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have blossomed since we began using these novels. One student who often felt overwhelmed by longer texts has thrived with the support of shared reading; he proudly told the class that this is the first novel he's ever finished from start to finish. Another student usually quiet has become one of our most insightful discussion leaders, drawing connections between the novel and her own life experiences.\r\n\r\nEven our reluctant readers are leaning in more. Having a book that everyone is reading gives them a sense of belonging and confidence. I've watched students who used to avoid reading time come in eager to find out \"what happens next.\"\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just provide books it created a shared literary experience that is building stronger readers, deeper thinkers, and a more connected classroom community. Thank you for making this possible for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1760369903675,"projectUrl":"project/novel-study-for-5th-graders/9795863/","projectTitle":"Novel Study for 5th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3208948_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676055098327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3208948"},{"teacherId":7170711,"projectId":9854086,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing testing folders for our 2nd grade co-taught classroom. They have had a truly positive impact on our students. The folders help children stay focused by reducing visual distractions and giving them a clear personal workspace. They also encourage independence, helping students take ownership of their work and follow routines more confidently. The added privacy supports students who receive accommodations, allowing them to work comfortably without feeling singled out. Overall, the testing folders have made our assessment time calmer, more organized, and more equitable for all learners. We are grateful for your support and for the difference it has made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763576139314,"projectUrl":"project/youre-simply-test-tacular/9854086/","projectTitle":"You’re Simply Test-tacular!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ayon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7170711"},{"teacherId":8129982,"projectId":9766272,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our students now have quality headphones to use with their iPads each day. These headphones have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Students are better able to focus during independent learning, listen to instructional videos, and engage with educational apps without distractions.\r\n\r\nFor many of our young learners, having their own pair of headphones has created a sense of ownership and excitement around learning. It has also supported students who need clear audio for language development, phonics practice, and individualized programs.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped us create a more focused, supportive, and inclusive learning environment. We are so grateful for your contribution—you've truly helped set our students up for success.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our students' futures.","fullyFundedDate":1759023690639,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-kindergarten-students-stay-focu/9766272/","projectTitle":"Help Our Kindergarten Students Stay Focused With New Headphones!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Larsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8129982_orig.png?crop=381,382,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693253081403","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8129982"},{"teacherId":1554403,"projectId":9419018,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. My students have used the materials you provided in many projects so far this year. A main goal in my classroom is to encourage writing. They have used the markers to create illustrations that bring their stories to life. I also used the funds from tpt to get activities that inspired the students to write creative stories.\r\n\r\nIn addition to using the materials for language arts, the students used them in their math projects. They have learned regrouping and multiplication while creating math crafts. They have also used the headphones when completing Reflex challenges and I ready lessons.\r\n\r\nFinally, the materials will be used during our market day event later in the year. Students will be involved in an economic unit where they will learn about consumers, producers and budgets while \"selling\" crafts that they have made to family and friends.","fullyFundedDate":1755796819990,"projectUrl":"project/enriching-endeavors/9419018/","projectTitle":"Enriching Endeavors","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Orwat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1554403"},{"teacherId":7170711,"projectId":9444220,"letterContent":"Your Teachers Pay Teachers gift card donation has made a tremendous impact on our co-taught second grade classroom. With the materials we received, we've been able to give students access to high-interest, differentiated reading resources that truly meet them where they are. These tools have helped us provide targeted small-group instruction, reinforce foundational skills, and offer engaging practice that supports both emerging and developing readers.\r\n\r\nThe donation has also strengthened our ability to co-teach effectively. Having quality materials readily available means we can plan more intentionally, support diverse learning needs, and ensure that every student receives the level of instruction and practice they deserve. Our students are more motivated, more confident, and more successful in their reading because of the resources funded by this generous contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1761166186122,"projectUrl":"project/speak-read-shine-powered-by-tpt/9444220/","projectTitle":"Speak, Read, Shine — Powered by TpT!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ayon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7170711"},{"teacherId":7170711,"projectId":9444189,"letterContent":"Headphones have had a noticeably positive impact in your second-grade co-taught classroom by creating a calmer and more focused learning environment. With two teachers supporting a wide range of learners, noise can build quickly—especially during small-group rotations, independent work, and centers. Headphones help reduce overwhelming background sound, allowing students who are easily distracted or sensitive to noise to stay engaged and feel more comfortable. This simple tool has helped increase stamina for independent reading, online programs, and writing tasks, because students are better able to concentrate on their own work.\r\n\r\nThey have also supported smoother co-teaching routines by making it easier for both teachers to run simultaneous activities without competing for students' attention. Headphones give students a clear auditory boundary, which helps them understand when it's time to work quietly and independently. They've also reduced behavior disruptions caused by noise sensitivity or overstimulation, allowing more time for meaningful instruction and collaboration. Overall, headphones have strengthened both student learning and classroom management, making co-teaching more effective and inclusive.","fullyFundedDate":1759186648335,"projectUrl":"project/help-students-tune-in-to-success/9444189/","projectTitle":"Help Students Tune In to Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ayon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7170711"},{"teacherId":5499690,"projectId":9257256,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom project! Because of your support, my students now have access to calculators that will make a big difference in their learning. These tools will help them check their work, explore more complex math concepts with confidence, and feel empowered in their problem-solving.\r\n\r\nYour kindness doesn't just provide supplies—it shows my students that there are people who believe in their education and want to see them succeed. They are so excited to start using the calculators, and I know they will make our lessons more engaging and accessible for everyone.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for helping us grow and learn!","fullyFundedDate":1745084360713,"projectUrl":"project/calculating-success-empowering-6th-grad/9257256/","projectTitle":"Calculating Success: Empowering 6th Graders With Essential Calculators","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Herdina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5499690_orig.jpg?crop=1643,1643,x1310,y332&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655403567241","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-riesch"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_91692","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":590,"numTeachers":20,"percentFrplEligible":78,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":80,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"29.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.4,"schoolId":91692,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pacific Drive Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pacific Drive Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/fullerton-school-district/pacific-drive-elementary-school/91692"}