{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kelly - Pharr Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":41.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5734973,"projectId":9778846,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our STEM project! The STEM kits have been a huge success in our classroom. When my students first saw the kits, the room filled with screams of joy and excitement they immediately knew they would get to apply what they've been learning about force and motion in a hands-on way.\r\n\r\nStudents loved building and creating their own vehicles, carefully testing ideas and working together to problem-solve. These kits helped make learning meaningful, fun, and memorable. The excitement continues as students prepare to race their cars to see whose design is the fastest!\r\n\r\nYour generosity made this unforgettable learning experience possible. Thank you for investing in my students and helping them discover the joy of STEM.","fullyFundedDate":1760642055175,"projectUrl":"project/stem-in-motion-building-creating-and/9778846/","projectTitle":"STEM in Motion: Building, Creating, and Exploring","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cindy Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5734973_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725950357614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cindysalinas"},{"teacherId":9286276,"projectId":9755649,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, this project has made a meaningful difference in how my students learn every day. While many of you use technology at home, the technology you provided is being used as a powerful learning tool in our classroom. Students are now able to interact directly with lessons instead of just listening or watching. They can practice skills at their own pace, receive immediate feedback, and revisit concepts as many times as they need. This has helped students build confidence, stay engaged longer, and take more ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part of this new technology for students is how interactive and empowering it is. They love being able to create, explore, and problem-solve rather than complete only paper-and-pencil work. Lessons feel more relevant and fun, and students are eager to participate because the technology feels modern and familiar to the world they live in outside of school.\r\n\r\nSome students, especially those who previously struggled or were hesitant to participate, have benefited the most. I've seen quieter students become more confident because they can practice privately and succeed before sharing with others. Students who need extra support appreciate being able to work at their own pace, while advanced learners enjoy the challenge of extension activities. Overall, this technology has helped every student feel more capable and excited about learning—and that is something we could not have achieved without your suppor","fullyFundedDate":1760718323024,"projectUrl":"project/a-printer-for-personalized-learning-mate/9755649/","projectTitle":"A Printer for Personalized Learning Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J. Benavides","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9286276_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708308819378","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9286276"},{"teacherId":10238538,"projectId":9675920,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the headphones and other classroom materials. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to a calming and comfortable workspace. The area rug and bean bag have transformed a corner of our classroom into a relaxing space where students can focus, regulate, and do their best work.\r\nYour support has made a meaningful difference in our daily learning environment, and my students are truly grateful for your generosity. Thank you for believing in our classroom and helping us create a space where all students can feel comfortable and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1759877912196,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-learning-centers-for-diverse-le/9675920/","projectTitle":"Engaging Learning Centers for Diverse Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10238538_orig.jpg?crop=3840,3840,x0,y307&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756866710980","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10238538"},{"teacherId":4223376,"projectId":9859761,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Small Comforts, Big Impact: Hygiene and Snack Support for Students. Because of you, my students are using these supplies every day in meaningful ways. Hygiene items are available discreetly when students need them, and snacks are used during long learning blocks or when a student comes in hungry. One moment that stood out was seeing a student quietly grab toothpaste and wipes before class, then sit down smiling and ready to work. When the supplies arrived, students were genuinely excited and relieved. They knew these items were for them, and that feeling mattered.\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom where students feel safe, cared for, and ready to learn. With their basic needs met, students are more focused during reading and math lessons and more confident participating in class discussions. Our next steps include continuing to build strong routines around responsibility, self-care, and goal setting as we move forward with current lessons. Thank you for giving my students comfort, dignity, and the ability to focus on learning.","fullyFundedDate":1763945906396,"projectUrl":"project/small-comforts-big-impact-hygiene-and/9859761/","projectTitle":"Small Comforts, Big Impact: Hygiene and Snack Support for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B. 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With their basic needs met, we are now able to fully focus on current lessons in reading, writing, and math without interruptions from hunger. The next steps include building stronger stamina during independent work and preparing for upcoming assessments with confidence. Thank you for giving my students comfort, stability, and the opportunity to do their very best every day.","fullyFundedDate":1761015614600,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-learn-without-hunger/9680288/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Learn Without Hunger","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4223376_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1488051372404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-gonzalez-4th"},{"teacherId":5734973,"projectId":9856160,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a space where compassion is not only taught but lived. When my students first saw the new locker storage, their excitement quickly turned into purpose as they asked, \"What will we put inside to help others?\" That moment showed me they understood this project was bigger than supplies it was about caring for people.\r\n\r\nWe are using the locker as our \"Giving Locker,\" where students organize hygiene items, socks, and school supplies. Students worked in small groups to sort items, create care packages, and write handwritten notes of encouragement. One student proudly shared that this was the first time they had helped someone they didn't know, and it made them feel \"important and kind.\"\r\n\r\nThe next steps include connecting this project to our reading and writing lessons. Students will continue reading texts focused on empathy and community service, then reflect in journals about how their actions impact others. We are also planning to expand the Giving Locker by inviting students to identify additional needs in our school community. Because of you, my students are learning that compassion starts in the classroom but reaches far beyond it","fullyFundedDate":1764735268632,"projectUrl":"project/the-giving-locker-where-compassion-live/9856160/","projectTitle":"The Giving Locker: Where Compassion Lives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cindy Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5734973_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725950357614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cindysalinas"},{"teacherId":5734973,"projectId":9894310,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are actively using these resources to plan, organize, and operate a student-led food pantry that serves our school and surrounding community. One of the most meaningful moments was watching students carefully stock shelves and create food bags for families in need, taking pride in knowing their work would help others.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were excited and deeply grateful. Many immediately began discussing how to best organize the pantry and ensure items were distributed fairly and respectfully. Their enthusiasm quickly turned into a strong sense of responsibility.\r\n\r\nOur next steps include maintaining the pantry, tracking inventory, and expanding outreach within our school. Through this ongoing project, students will continue learning leadership, empathy, and the lasting impact of service.","fullyFundedDate":1764795855486,"projectUrl":"project/students-taking-action-building-a-commu/9894310/","projectTitle":"Students Taking Action: Building a Community Food Pantry","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cindy Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5734973_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725950357614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cindysalinas"},{"teacherId":4032368,"projectId":9723965,"letterContent":"Having the new Alphabet Arc tablets in our classroom has made a remarkable difference in how my kindergarten students learn their letters and sounds. The tactile, hands-on design keeps them engaged while giving them a clear visual map of the alphabet. Students who once struggled to recall letter order or identify sounds now confidently use the arcs to guide their thinking, making the learning process feel both concrete and fun.\r\n\r\nThese tablets have also boosted their early writing skills. Because students can quickly locate letters and connect sounds to symbols, they are more willing to attempt writing simple words on their own. I'm seeing more independence, stronger sound spelling attempts, and greater enthusiasm during literacy centers. Overall, the Alphabet Arc tablets have given my students a supportive tool that builds confidence and strengthens foundational reading and writing skills.","fullyFundedDate":1758799843617,"projectUrl":"project/building-financial-literacy-from-a-to-z/9723965/","projectTitle":"Building Financial Literacy from A to Z!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4032368_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1477538734216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4032368"},{"teacherId":9851259,"projectId":9699060,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Conditioning Equipment for Our 4th and 5th Grade Running Club. The students were excited the moment they saw the new digital height and weight scale. Several students immediately asked if it was \"real athlete equipment.\" We've been using it as part of our conditioning routine before practices, helping runners track their growth and understand how hydration and training affect their performance. One of our students proudly shared how he improved his pacing after learning more about his fitness data, and moments like that have made this resource truly meaningful.\r\n\r\nOur next step is guiding students to set individual running goals for the season using the information they collect. They're learning to connect fitness habits with endurance, pacing, and overall performance in a way that feels empowering and real. Your generosity didn't just provide a tool, it created a more intentional, focused training environment for young athletes who are eager to grow. Thank you for giving them the chance to experience what it feels like to train with purpose and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1758636676119,"projectUrl":"project/conditioning-equipment-for-our-4th-and-5/9699060/","projectTitle":"Conditioning Equipment for Our 4th and 5th Grade Running Club","teacherDisplayName":"Coach De La Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9851259_orig.jpg?crop=708,708,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733082633791","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9851259"},{"teacherId":9851259,"projectId":9424402,"letterContent":"When our students first saw the soccer goal, new sports balls, and hopscotch rings, their faces completely lit up! They ran straight for the soccer balls and started kicking around, creating their own games and teams without being asked. We've used the equipment during PE rotations, for skill-building in soccer and basketball, and as fun movement breaks during the week. The foam soccer ball has been a hit with younger or more hesitant players who now feel confident enough to join in. The hopscotch rings gave us an easy setup for agility drills and fun warm-ups.\r\nYour generous support helped turn our PE program into a space where movement feels exciting and inclusive. Our next step is to introduce more structured team-building challenges and mini-games that reinforce cooperation, strategy, and good sportsmanship. These resources have truly elevated our lessons and given students more ways to participate, stay active, and feel proud of their growth. Thank you for being part of our team. You've made a difference that's seen every day on our field and in our students' confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1755710095575,"projectUrl":"project/all-star-action-soccer-sports-more/9424402/","projectTitle":"All-Star Action Soccer, Sports & More!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach De La Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9851259_orig.jpg?crop=708,708,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733082633791","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9851259"},{"teacherId":9802291,"projectId":9294254,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"Bringing Joy to Recess With an Adaptive Swing.\" Because of you, our playground is now a more inclusive and welcoming space. When my students first saw the adaptive swing, their faces lit up with excitement and curiosity. One of my wheelchair-bound students smiled from ear to ear as they experienced swinging alongside their peers for the first time. We now use the swing during structured recess and wellness breaks to support sensory regulation, relaxation, and joyful movement. It has quickly become a favorite part of our day and a meaningful way for students to connect.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting impact beyond the playground. The swing has opened the door for important conversations about inclusion, empathy, and supporting one another. Our next steps include pairing this experience with social-emotional learning activities, where students reflect, communicate, and practice kindness during shared play. Because of you, our students are learning that everyone belongs and that lesson will stay with them far beyond recess.","fullyFundedDate":1746785778801,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-joy-to-recess-with-an-adaptive/9294254/","projectTitle":"Bringing Joy to Recess With an Adaptive Swing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jimenez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mjim"},{"teacherId":9802291,"projectId":9108172,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"Classroom Basics to Enhance Learning.\" The new materials have already made a noticeable difference in our room. We've been using the Sharpies, Crayola markers, and tagboard for hands-on activities that help students practice writing, labeling, and creating visual supports. One of my favorite moments was watching a student who usually hesitates with work proudly hold up a laminated checklist he helped make. When the students first saw all the colorful markers and stickers, their faces lit up they were eager to start creating right away.\r\n\r\nOur next steps include using the laminator and pouches to build durable visual schedules, behavior charts, and communication supports that students will use daily. These materials are helping students stay engaged, express themselves, and feel confident in their work. Thank you again for giving them the tools to shine.","fullyFundedDate":1742568877013,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-basics-to-enhance-learning/9108172/","projectTitle":"Classroom Basics to Enhance Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jimenez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mjim"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_8807","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":629,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":98,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":58.7,"schoolId":8807,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kelly - Pharr Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kelly - Pharr Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/pharr-san-juan-alamo-independent-school-district/pharr-elementary-school/8807"}