{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pioneer Drive Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":43.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1860980,"projectId":10732079,"letterContent":"The MacBook will give my first-grade students hands-on opportunities to explore beginning coding, solve simple problems, and use their creativity. Students will practice following directions, recognizing patterns, and working together. These activities will help build important skills while making learning fun and engaging.\r\n\r\nMy first graders love exploring new things, and using technology for coding and game design will be an exciting learning experience. They will enjoy discovering how video games work, trying new challenges, and using their creativity. This technology will help connect their interests to learning while encouraging curiosity and a love of discovery.\r\n\r\nThis technology will be especially exciting for students who enjoy building, puzzles, games, and hands-on activities. It will also give students who struggle with traditional paper-and-pencil work another way to participate and show their strengths. Through beginner coding and collaborative activities, students will practice patience, problem-solving, taking turns, and celebrating each other's successes. My goal is to help every student build confidence and discover new ways to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1791810166249,"projectUrl":"project/level-up-learning-bringing-esports-to-f/10732079/","projectTitle":"Level Up Learning: Bringing Esports to First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prunes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1860980_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755897866832","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1860980"},{"teacherId":2515397,"projectId":10732874,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating a MacBook to our classroom for esports! Your generosity has given our students an exciting opportunity to learn, grow, and develop valuable skills through technology and competitive gaming.\r\n\r\nThe MacBook is helping my students see that esports is about much more than playing games. Through our esports activities, students practice problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and perseverance. They learn how to work together toward a common goal, make decisions, and overcome challenges. The technology also helps students build digital literacy skills that will benefit them in the classroom and in their future careers.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting things for our students is having access to technology that supports their interests and makes learning feel engaging and meaningful. They are thrilled to use the MacBook as part of our esports program, and it has created new opportunities for them to connect with one another, collaborate, and build confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nThis technology is especially meaningful for students who may not always feel successful in traditional classroom activities but truly shine when given opportunities to explore their interests, solve problems, and work as part of a team. Esports gives these students a chance to discover their strengths, feel a sense of belonging, and experience success in a different way. Watching students encourage one another, celebrate their progress, and learn from their mistakes is a wonderful reminder of how powerful these opportunities can be.\r\n\r\nYour donation has provided more than just a piece of technology. You have helped me create a learning environment where students can develop important life skills, build positive relationships, and discover new possibilities for their future. I am incredibly grateful for your support and for believing in my students and their potential.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in our classroom and helping my students level up their learning!","fullyFundedDate":1791810166020,"projectUrl":"project/esports-leveled-up-for-3rd-grade/10732874/","projectTitle":"Esports Leveled Up For 3rd Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Grubbs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2515397_orig.png?crop=481,481,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1789680708830","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-grubbs"},{"teacherId":4223309,"projectId":10448104,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students through the \"Erase Mistakes, Celebrate Success!\" project! Your generous donations have given my students erasable pens and positive rewards that encourage them to take risks, learn from their mistakes, and celebrate their growth. My students were so excited when they first saw the new pens! They loved having a special tool that allowed them to erase, revise, and try again without feeling discouraged by mistakes. We have been using the pens during our daily writing and classwork, and I have already seen students become more willing to make corrections and keep working when something is challenging.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments has been watching students realize that making a mistake does not mean they have failed—it means they have an opportunity to learn. We talk often about effort, perseverance, and growth, and the positive rewards have helped make those ideas feel meaningful and exciting. As we continue our lessons, my students will use their erasable pens during writing, math, and other academic activities while working toward classroom goals and celebrating their progress. Thank you for helping create a classroom where students feel comfortable taking chances, learning from mistakes, and being proud of how far they have come. Your support is making a meaningful difference in my students' confidence and love of learning!","fullyFundedDate":1788389001835,"projectUrl":"project/erase-mistakes-celebrate-success/10448104/","projectTitle":"Erase Mistakes, Celebrate Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Angeles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4223309_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533181770214","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-angeles"},{"teacherId":1860980,"projectId":10333249,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our first-grade classroom by providing soccer balls for our students! Your generosity has brought so much excitement and joy to our PE time.\r\nOur students are thrilled to see the soccer balls and are eager to use them every day during PE. They are practicing kicking, dribbling, passing, and working together as a team. The soccer balls give every student an opportunity to be active, learn new skills, and build confidence.\r\nWhat makes this project especially meaningful is seeing how excited the children are to participate. They look forward to PE each day and are learning that being active can be fun while also teaching important lessons about teamwork, cooperation, perseverance, and sportsmanship.\r\nYour donation has made a real difference in our students' daily experiences. Thank you for giving our first graders the opportunity to learn, play, and grow through soccer!","fullyFundedDate":1781208433727,"projectUrl":"project/soccer-stars-kicking-our-way-to-confide/10333249/","projectTitle":"Soccer Stars: Kicking Our Way to Confidence and Healthy Habits!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prunes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1860980_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755897866832","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1860980"},{"teacherId":1860980,"projectId":10193634,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books to support our school reading project. For many of our students, these books will provide valuable access to reading materials at home. Having books on topics they enjoy will help foster a genuine love of reading.\r\n\r\nThese books will bring joy to many students for years to come, and we are truly grateful for your support. They will also give families the opportunity to encourage and support reading at home.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1778517383883,"projectUrl":"project/little-leaders-big-readers-a-first-gra/10193634/","projectTitle":"Little Leaders, Big Readers: A First Grade Literacy Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prunes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1860980_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755897866832","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1860980"},{"teacherId":1860980,"projectId":10145972,"letterContent":"THANK YOU so much for your help. I truly appreciate any help I get. My students are going to so excited to have these as a part of their library. My students come from low income families and they rarely have access to books in their homes. These books will going to be checked.out to families to read together at home. I know the families will be excited to get them. Our local library isn't close and many of my families do not have transportation to get there. I am so excited to revamp our library. My students love when we get books about new topics.","fullyFundedDate":1776094486258,"projectUrl":"project/read-alouds-help-us-learn-to-love-readin/10145972/","projectTitle":"Read Alouds Help Us Learn to Love Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prunes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1860980_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755897866832","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1860980"},{"teacherId":9026420,"projectId":9588702,"letterContent":"Introducing hands-on STEM and exploration materials into my Transitional Kindergarten classroom has greatly enhanced learning and engagement. The materials for this project—including a world globe, category sort box, magnetic wooden cars, community set, and a collection of 20 resin bugs—have given students meaningful ways to explore STEM, social studies, and the natural world through play and experimentation.\r\nOverall, these materials have transformed the classroom into a dynamic, hands-on learning environment. Students are more engaged, motivated, and independent in their learning. Activities with these manipulatives allow them to explore STEM concepts, practice problem-solving, and make real-world connections in ways that are fun, interactive, and developmentally appropriate. Children are excited to share discoveries, work together, and express ideas, which strengthens both academic and social-emotional skills.","fullyFundedDate":1763474739924,"projectUrl":"project/building-stem-skills-through-play/9588702/","projectTitle":"Building STEM Skills Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vergara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9026420_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702409727032","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-vergara"},{"teacherId":9026420,"projectId":9464788,"letterContent":"Flexible seating has made our classroom more fun and comfortable. Kids can pick where they learn best, which has helped them focus, work together, and feel more independent. It's created a positive, active, and happy learning space for everyone.\r\nSince introducing flexible seating, my classroom has become a more engaging and student-centered learning environment. Students are able to choose seating that fits their learning style—whether it's wobble stools, floor cushions, or standing options—which has increased focus, motivation, and participation. I've noticed that children are more collaborative, often working together in pairs or small groups naturally. Flexible seating has also helped students develop self-regulation and independence, as they learn to make responsible choices about where and how they learn best. Overall, it has created a positive, dynamic, and comfortable classroom atmosphere that supports both learning and social-emotional growth.","fullyFundedDate":1763474765651,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-reading/9464788/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vergara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9026420_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702409727032","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-vergara"},{"teacherId":8721073,"projectId":9843199,"letterContent":"We are filled with gratitude for your support in bringing the \"Little Spot\" Social-Emotional Learning library to our classroom. Teaching students how to read and write is essential, but teaching them how to identify and manage their emotions is a gift that will last a lifetime.\r\n\r\nTurning Feelings into Focused Learning\r\nBefore this project was funded, many of our students struggled to articulate why they were feeling \"off.\" Now, they have the vocabulary and the visual tools to understand their internal world.\r\n\r\nIdentifying the \"Spot\": Whether a student is visiting the \"Spot of Anxiety\" before a big test or finding their \"Spot of Peaceful\" after a busy recess, these books have given us a shared language.\r\n\r\nEmpowerment through Regulation: Students are no longer \"acting out\" their frustrations; instead, they are identifying their \"Scribble Spot\" and using the strategies learned in your donated books to find their \"Spot of Calm.\"\r\n\r\nEmpathy for Others: By reading these stories, our students are also learning to recognize the \"spots\" their peers might be experiencing, fostering a much kinder and more supportive classroom culture.\r\n\r\nA Lasting Impact\r\nBecause of your generosity, our library now has a dedicated \"SEL Station.\" It has become the most popular corner of the room. When a child can name their emotion, they can tame it—and that means more time spent learning, growing, and thriving.\r\n\r\nYour investment in our students' emotional intelligence is truly making a difference every single day. Thank you for helping us grow healthy minds and happy hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1763474778182,"projectUrl":"project/little-spot-library/9843199/","projectTitle":"Little SPOT Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lozano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8721073_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663891800733","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8721073"},{"teacherId":8721073,"projectId":9842874,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for providing our TK–6th grade students with essential fidgets and sensory-friendly tools. In a bustling elementary school, the environment can sometimes feel overwhelming. Your generosity has allowed us to turn our classrooms into inclusive spaces where every child feels regulated and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause we serve students from Transitional Kindergarten through 6th grade, these items have met a diverse range of needs:\r\n\r\nFor our Youngest Learners (TK–2nd): Sensory floor tiles and soft fidgets have helped our little ones develop motor skills and stay grounded during circle time.\r\n\r\nFor our Upper Elementary (3rd–6th): Discreet hand fidgets and weighted items have been game-changers during high-focus tasks and testing, helping older students manage anxiety and improve concentration.\r\n\r\nFor All Students: Having a dedicated \"sensory toolkit\" means that when a student feels overwhelmed, they have a constructive way to reset without missing out on classroom instruction.\r\n\r\nBy funding this project, you didn't just buy \"toys\"—you provided equitable access to education. You've given our students the tools to navigate their emotions and sensory inputs, which is a life skill that will serve them long after they leave the 6th grade.\r\n\r\nThank you for seeing our students and for investing in their well-being","fullyFundedDate":1763474798039,"projectUrl":"project/a-culture-of-calm/9842874/","projectTitle":"A Culture of Calm","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lozano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8721073_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663891800733","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8721073"},{"teacherId":8721073,"projectId":9842778,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our school community. Thanks to your support, our new cotton candy machine has arrived and is already spinning up more than just sugar—it's spinning up kindness and creativity.\r\n\r\nWe have integrated the machine into our school life in two meaningful ways:\r\n\r\nPromoting Kindness: We've used the cotton candy as a reward for \"Random Acts of Kindness.\" Seeing a student's face light up when they receive a fluffy treat for helping a peer has made the spirit of giving contagious on our campus.\r\n\r\nFunding the Future: Our students have taken the lead on a \"Cotton Candy Campaign\" to raise funds for a future school mural. This project is teaching them entrepreneurship and civic pride, as every cone sold brings us one step closer to transforming our hallways with professional art.","fullyFundedDate":1763474798189,"projectUrl":"project/lets-make-the-sweetest-memories-w-a-co/9842778/","projectTitle":"Let's Make the Sweetest Memories w/ a Cotton Candy Machine","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lozano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8721073_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663891800733","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8721073"},{"teacherId":1860980,"projectId":9882073,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously providing the sleeping bags for our outdoor science school trip. For many of our students, this was their very first time traveling away from their families. Having this equipment ensured they could sleep comfortably in their cabins and fully enjoy the experience.\r\nThis trip truly changed lives and broadened perspectives. The excitement when the sleeping bags arrived was contagious, but it was nothing compared to the joy, confidence, and sense of adventure they brought once the students were at camp. Your generosity played a meaningful role in making this unforgettable experience possible.\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1765393737525,"projectUrl":"project/time-to-go-to-sleep/9882073/","projectTitle":"Time to go to SLEEP","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prunes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1860980_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755897866832","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1860980"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_79351","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":565,"numTeachers":31,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":93,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"18.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":56.9,"schoolId":79351,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pioneer Drive Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pioneer Drive Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/bakersfield-city-school-district/pioneer-drive-elementary-school/79351"}