{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"R.M. Miano Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":28.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8540311,"projectId":10150450,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project for softball equipment. My students were so excited to see that almost every student would get to use a glove and ball during warm ups! Only 4 out of 29 had ever put on a glove or even played the game! \r\n\r\nWatching some of them put the gloves on the wrong hand or seeing some of them try to throw the balls from the glove made this all the reason why we needed this equipment! \r\n\r\nSince receiving the items, my students have been learning how to catch, field and throw the ball. We have also started playing softball games. They can't wait for PE! They are learning how to hit, where to make the play, team work, and they are cheering each other on as they hit the ball or field it to make an out. They see their own improvement daily and their confidence has greatly improved as well! \r\n\r\nIt is safe to say that more than 4 will continue to play this sport as they get older! They even have started working on their skills outside of PE! Without your support, all of this would not be possible! You've made 29 students and this teacher very happy! Your generosity is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1778008904410,"projectUrl":"project/hey-batter-batter-swing/10150450/","projectTitle":"Hey Batter, Batter, Swing!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alarcon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8540311_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774504158784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8540311"},{"teacherId":8851416,"projectId":10069998,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! Your generosity means the world to my students and me.\r\n\r\nI teach a wonderful group of 4th-graders who are energetic, kind, and always excited to learn and play. Because of your support, we will be able to provide more P.E. equipment for our students to enjoy. Having enough equipment for multiple games at one time will allow more students to stay active, engaged, and included during our activities. My students especially love kickball, basketball, four square, and field games, and they are always eager to try new activities like Frisbee and badminton as well.\r\n\r\nOur previous sporting equipment had become old and worn out, so your donation is helping us replenish and update supplies that will benefit students every day. The students will have more opportunities to build teamwork, confidence, and healthy habits while having fun together.\r\n\r\nThe iPads will also make a huge impact in our classroom. They will serve as a meaningful incentive and reward system for students who work hard and complete assignments. Having this positive motivation encourages responsibility, perseverance, and excitement about learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our students and investing in their success. Your kindness and generosity are truly appreciated, and we are so grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n\r\nChristina Flores \r\n4th Grade Teacher\r\nR.M. Miano Elementary\r\nLos Banos, Ca 93635","fullyFundedDate":1769971509261,"projectUrl":"project/mental-physical-motivation/10069998/","projectTitle":"Mental & Physical Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Christina Flores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8851416_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y91&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778860656554","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8851416"},{"teacherId":5578502,"projectId":10058655,"letterContent":"Our sports tournament has transformed the way my students experience learning by making it active, social, and meaningful. Students are fully engaged as they participate in games while also taking on important roles such as team leaders. One powerful moment came when students began tracking team performance and calculating statistics on their own. They applied math skills like averaging scores, managing time, and analyzing results, all within a real and exciting context. What started as a tournament quickly became a hands-on learning experience that brought academic concepts to life.\r\n\r\nWhen the training began, students were immediately energized. Many of them had never participated in a structured, school-based athletic experience before, and they felt a strong sense of excitement and belonging. They took pride in representing their teams and showed growth in confidence, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Students who are typically less engaged in traditional lessons became leaders and active participants, which has carried over into the classroom.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, students will build on this experience by reflecting on their performance and analyzing the data they collected during the tournament. They will create reports, discuss strategies, and connect their experiences to math and social-emotional learning. I also plan to have students design their own tournaments, allowing them to apply leadership, organization, and academic skills in new ways. This project has shown students that learning can be dynamic, relevant, and deeply connected to real-life experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1769569170520,"projectUrl":"project/stay-active-stay-healthy/10058655/","projectTitle":"Stay Active, Stay Healthy","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. de Alba","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5578502_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673300360772","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5578502"},{"teacherId":8705201,"projectId":10067873,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our classroom project. Because of your generosity, my first graders now have access to art supplies, pencil grips, and bulletin board materials that directly support their writing development, creativity, and confidence. \r\n\r\nThese tools help create a welcoming classroom environment where students feel proud to showcase their hard work and growth. There are a few students that struggle with pencils gripping: specially my left-handed students. They were so excited to a writing tool to support their needs. \r\n\r\nWorking on the carpet is a special treat for my students. They were excited to choose their favorite color cushion to use at their chairs or the carpet. Having comfortable sitting and lap desks make it easier to work. \r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a real and lasting difference in our classroom. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1769907050103,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-healthy-habits-and-ha/10067873/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating, Healthy Habits, and Hands-On Learning for First Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. de Alba","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8705201_orig.jpg?crop=1978,1978,x374,y119&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684197057575","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8705201"},{"teacherId":8540311,"projectId":9483872,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project, \"Read It, Win It!\" My students love the new books added to our library. The Dork Diaries series is a big hit with my advanced readers. I was also able to get 11 books from the Ordinary People Change the World Series. These books are so popular with my class. I will be using them for our biography writing. My students are learning so much already about famous people. I was able to label the books with the colored stickers so students can easily see if they are within their reading levels. \r\n\r\nOther supplies donated have been used accordingly. The laminating sheets are being used on special projects as well as classroom charts. My students love the new rewards they earn through our incentive program. The fidget spinners and stress squishies are a big hit! \r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting my classroom! A special thank you to Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation for matching the funds given by generous donors to help make this project come to life!","fullyFundedDate":1758827042832,"projectUrl":"project/read-it-win-it/9483872/","projectTitle":"Read It! Win It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alarcon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8540311_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774504158784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8540311"},{"teacherId":8540311,"projectId":9616462,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our Racket Sport Fun Project! When I told the students we were getting the badminton equipment they were so excited! Only a handful had ever played it before but all were excited to get the chance at learning new skills! We were able to start learning the game and have a week and a half of learning under our belts! The students can't wait for PE! They have become experts at setting up the nets and they take great care in putting the equipment away! Serving has been tricky but they are getting better everyday! Some students have encouraged their parents to buy sets for use at home! Thank you again for supporting our 3rd grade class. My students love PE and I am happy to teach them a sport that they can play throughout the years!","fullyFundedDate":1756850647245,"projectUrl":"project/racket-sport-fun/9616462/","projectTitle":"Racket Sport Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alarcon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8540311_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774504158784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8540311"},{"teacherId":8540311,"projectId":9477408,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to our flexible seating project. My students love them. They were so excited when they saw them delivered to our classroom. They couldn't believe people donated them to our classroom! I explained that there are so many kind people willing to help students get what they need to make learning fun! \r\n\r\nSo far, my students have been able to grab one and move to a quiet space in the classroom to read a book or work on a class assignment with a partner. They have partnered up to read books on them, and some just sit and listen to a classmate read a book that may be too hard for them to read. I am extremely happy to receive these seats. We now have enough for half of the class to use them at one time. We have rotated using them and everyone is excited to get a chance to relax on a comfy seat to do some reading or class work. Now, students can't wait for our reading or independent work time. They know they are not stuck in a desk. They can grab a flexible seat and get their work done in comfort. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for making this happen.","fullyFundedDate":1755699431444,"projectUrl":"project/were-flexible/9477408/","projectTitle":"We’re Flexible!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alarcon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8540311_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774504158784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8540311"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_89814","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":763,"numTeachers":31,"percentFrplEligible":88,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":93,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"24.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":71.2,"schoolId":89814,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about R.M. 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