{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Phil Swing Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9890585,"projectId":10157658,"letterContent":"My higher-achieving students especially loved The Amazing Life Cycle of Butterflies as we learned about and observed the life cycle in real life. This hands-on connection made the reading experience more meaningful and exciting for them. They were able to make strong connections between the text and what we were seeing in our classroom, which deepened their understanding and engagement.\r\n\r\nThey have also been excited about welcoming the new month of May and starting our monthly class projects. These activities give them opportunities to apply what they are learning in creative ways while continuing to build their reading and writing skills.","fullyFundedDate":1773970112954,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-literacy-for-early-learners/10157658/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Literacy for Early Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9890585_orig.png?crop=680,680,x0,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753116462238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9890585"},{"teacherId":9890585,"projectId":10165139,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are building strong early reading skills in engaging and meaningful ways. We use science-based decodable books during our daily journal time, where students even get to choose which story we read as a class. Giving them this choice has increased their excitement and participation, making reading a more enjoyable experience.\r\nAfter reading, we select sentences from the story to write in our journals. This allows students to practice phonics, sentence structure, and handwriting while reinforcing what they've read. They then draw a picture to match their sentence, helping them connect meaning to text. These decodable books have been especially helpful because they support my students as they are learning to read, giving them the confidence to decode words independently.\r\nThe floating shelves have also made a big difference in our classroom. By displaying the books we will read each week, students can easily access and revisit them. This has encouraged more independent reading and created excitement around our weekly texts.\r\nDuring small group instruction, I use Charge into Reading Decodable Books (Stage 1) to provide targeted support. These readers help students focus on short vowel sounds and other foundational phonics skills at their level. I have already seen growth in their ability to decode words and participate more confidently during reading activities.\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom where students feel excited, supported, and capable as they learn to read. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact!","fullyFundedDate":1774879805942,"projectUrl":"project/read-to-succeed/10165139/","projectTitle":"Read to Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9890585_orig.png?crop=680,680,x0,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753116462238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9890585"},{"teacherId":10300166,"projectId":9795544,"letterContent":"The students were so excited! As soon as they saw the variety of snacks, there were big smiles, whispers of excitement, and lots of \"I'm going to try to be a Top Reader next month!\" comments.\r\n\r\nMore than anything, they felt valued. Knowing that their reading efforts were being noticed and celebrated made them even more eager to check out books. It created a positive buzz around reading throughout the school.\r\n\r\nOur goal is not only to increase reading volume, but to deepen comprehension and foster a lifelong love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1769192014274,"projectUrl":"project/a-sweet-celebration-of-reading-success/9795544/","projectTitle":"A Sweet Celebration of Reading Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10300166_orig.jpg?crop=1152,1152,x0,y53&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761716391446","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pantherslibrary"},{"teacherId":9875766,"projectId":9427808,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our project \"Treasure Box Treats: Encouraging Learning with Exciting Rewards!\" My students were thrilled when the new prizes arrived! Their excitement was truly palpable as they watched me unbox each item. They could hardly wait to see what they might earn through their hard work!\r\n\r\nThese resources are already making a positive impact in our classroom. Students are highly motivated to meet their goals, knowing their effort can lead to a fun reward from our treasure box. They are learning that perseverance and responsibility pay off, and it is amazing to watch them take pride in their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a joyful and encouraging environment where students feel inspired to do their best. We are so grateful that you chose to invest in our learning community — thank you for making a difference in Room 12!","fullyFundedDate":1761093312414,"projectUrl":"project/treasure-box-treats-encouraging-learnin/9427808/","projectTitle":"Treasure Box Treats: Encouraging Learning with Exciting Rewards!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valenzuela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9875766_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1735876544162","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-valenzuela"},{"teacherId":9887842,"projectId":9100512,"letterContent":"The science of reading materials make such an impact on student success. The supplemental materials I have been pairing with my curriculum since the start of the school year are making a difference in the way my students see reading. They are excited for decodable readers and tactile objects to support their efforts. \r\n\r\nMy students are excited to work in small groups with new materials. None of this would be possible if it wasn't for your generous donation to our historically low socioeconomic area of Southern California. My students and I appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1746465614629,"projectUrl":"project/science-of-reading-materials-make-magnif/9100512/","projectTitle":"Science of Reading Materials Make Magnificent Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Heacock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9887842_orig.png?crop=1104,1104,x0,y62&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736362790938","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9887842"},{"teacherId":9777983,"projectId":9104772,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to thank you for your generosity and share the incredible impact your donations have made on my students. Your support has provided my class with Ailihen headphones and 3-ring mesh pencil bags—items that may seem small, but have truly transformed our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have been especially powerful in helping students focus during independent reading and online learning activities. Many of my students come from busy, shared households and often struggle with distractions. Having access to their own quality headphones allows them to fully engage with educational programs, practice their listening skills, and build confidence in reading and language development. I've already seen improved concentration, higher levels of participation, and more pride in their progress.\r\n\r\nThe mesh pencil bags have also been a wonderful addition. Organization can be a real challenge for students, but these bags have given them a consistent and dependable way to keep their materials neat and accessible. This has cut down on lost supplies and wasted time, and it has encouraged students to take greater responsibility for their own learning tools. Something as simple as having pencils, markers, and headphones neatly stored has created smoother transitions between activities and a stronger sense of independence.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting difference in my classroom. You didn't just give us supplies—you gave my students the tools to learn more effectively, feel more prepared, and believe that others care about their success. For that, I am deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1742955511024,"projectUrl":"project/refuel-and-refill-classroom-necessities/9104772/","projectTitle":"Refuel and Refill Classroom Necessities","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Soto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9777983_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728063471218","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9777983"},{"teacherId":9890083,"projectId":9260151,"letterContent":"My kindergarteners are really enjoying the new resources! With their own headphones, they can hear their learning apps clearly, which helps them stay focused and enjoy using technology more. They also love having special places to sit with our flexible and modified seating, along with engaging manipulative tools that keep their little hands and minds busy. One of our favorite times is during rotations—students move through different learning stations while I get to focus on small group instruction. This setup allows me to personalize their learning and better meet their academic needs, while they stay engaged and excited in their stations. All my students are eager to try out the new seats and tools, they are much more comfortable and focused. Our next steps are to continue building on our rotation model. I will continue to focus on small group instruction and continue to provide my students with opportunities to support each child's academic growth. The resources you've provided are making such a difference in helping my students stay engaged, focused, and excited about learning every day.","fullyFundedDate":1746785932263,"projectUrl":"project/empowered-rotations-technology-tools/9260151/","projectTitle":"Empowered Rotations: Technology, Tools, and Flexible Seating for Dynamic Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pantoja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9890083_orig.png?crop=184,184,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736839115832","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9890083"},{"teacherId":9909799,"projectId":9210767,"letterContent":"​I want to extend my deepest gratitude to everyone who helped bring this project to fruition. Teaching math to young children can be challenging, especially without the right tools. The manipulatives you provided have been a game-changer, sparking a genuine excitement in our students. \r\nThey now see these tools not just as learning aids, but as a gateway to understanding math concepts from addition to subtraction and beyond. Your support has made a tangible difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1746495636630,"projectUrl":"project/think-like-a-math-wizard-and-unlock-you/9210767/","projectTitle":"Think Like a Math Wizard and Unlock Your Math Potential!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nava","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9909799_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738014188819","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9909799"},{"teacherId":9890585,"projectId":9111201,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of safety tags. They have been such a big help during the first few weeks of school! The tags not only supported me in quickly learning student names, but they also gave students the confidence to get to know their new classmates. Other staff members also found them helpful when guiding students back to our classroom if they forgot where to go. One sweet moment was when a student proudly said, \"I know where I belong now because of my tag!\"\r\n\r\nThe pencil holder has also been a wonderful addition. My students were so excited when they first saw it they immediately started choosing their spots and placing their pencils inside. It has helped them stay organized, avoid losing pencils, and focus on their work instead of searching for supplies. For example, during our writing time this week, I noticed students were able to get started right away without delays, which kept the flow of our lesson smooth and productive.\r\n\r\nRight now, we are working on writing and drawing about ourselves to share with the class. The organization from the pencil holder has made these projects easier, since students can focus more on their ideas and less on keeping track of their materials. The next step will be building on this independence as we move into longer writing pieces and group activities.\r\n\r\nYour generosity gave us such a strong start to the school year, and I am so grateful that you provided resources that not only support learning but also bring excitement and pride into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746785683274,"projectUrl":"project/helping-little-learners-stay-organized-a/9111201/","projectTitle":"Helping Little Learners Stay Organized and Ready to Write!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9890585_orig.png?crop=680,680,x0,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753116462238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9890585"},{"teacherId":9890585,"projectId":9100376,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of my classroom. The wobble chairs and storage sacks have already made such a difference for my students. They love having the freedom to move while still staying focused during small group work, and the chairs have made learning time feel even more engaging. The storage sacks have helped them stay organized and keep their spaces clutter free, which allows them to concentrate better and feel proud of their work areas.\r\nYour kindness has created a more comfortable, supportive, and exciting environment for my students, and I am so grateful for the positive impact you've made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746786440987,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-flexible-and-engaging-learnin/9100376/","projectTitle":"Creating a Flexible and Engaging Learning Space for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9890585_orig.png?crop=680,680,x0,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753116462238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9890585"},{"teacherId":9890585,"projectId":9100118,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, my students now have a variety of engaging tools that make writing and storytelling exciting. The cardstock, story paper gives them fun and meaningful ways to practice handwriting while expressing their creativity through stories. The markers and colored paper inspire imagination and support fine motor development during writing and art activities.\r\nThe Write the Letter Activity Center and Learn to Print Center have been especially impactful, providing hands-on practice that helps students strengthen their letter formation and build confidence as emerging writers. These resources create opportunities for both independent learning and guided practice, making writing a joyful part of our classroom every day.\r\nYour support has truly enriched our learning environment, and my students are already showing more enthusiasm and pride in their writing. Thank you for helping my kinders grow as confident, creative writers!","fullyFundedDate":1746786412310,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-writers-with-essential/9100118/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Writers with Essential Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9890585_orig.png?crop=680,680,x0,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753116462238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9890585"},{"teacherId":9909799,"projectId":9098396,"letterContent":"Hats off to you! We extend our sincerest gratitude for your incredible generosity in fully funding our project for much-needed Safety Patrol equipment. Our previous equipment was old and worn, and we desperately needed to renew it.\r\n Our dedicated safety patrol students were absolutely thrilled to put the new equipment to good use right away. Their excitement was palpable, especially for the equipment that was visible and reflective, and the new stop signs that were neither outdated nor heavy to hold.\r\n This new equipment has made patrolling significantly easier and more effective for our Safety Patrol members. Beyond the practical benefits, this project has made a profound impact on how the students feel while wearing their new vests and hats as they patrol their stations. We've seen a remarkable change in their demeanor, which they confidently demonstrate to our entire community.\r\n Your support has not only provided essential tools but has also boosted the confidence and sense of pride in our young leaders. Thank you again for making such a positive and visible difference at Phil Swing Elementary!","fullyFundedDate":1741405036294,"projectUrl":"project/guardians-of-safety-every-day-safety-p/9098396/","projectTitle":"Guardians of Safety, Every Day, Safety Patrol Leads the Way!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nava","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9909799_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738014188819","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9909799"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_39623","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":864,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":94,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"4 - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"26.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.9,"schoolId":39623,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Phil Swing Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Phil Swing Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/brawley-elementary-school-district/phil-swing-elementary-school/39623"}