{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Raul P Elizondo Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":67.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2196211,"projectId":10008236,"letterContent":"I can not express my gratitude enough. Thank you for helping make this year in first grade so memorable and fun for my class. \r\n\r\nThey are LOVING the new supplies, materials, snacks, and treats provided by you! We use these donated supplies daily to help make our learning environment more engaging. We have been having class incentive parties with lots of fun treats donated by you! Centers are filled with colorful, interactive materials now. \r\n\r\nI know this group will always remember our classroom thanks to your help!","fullyFundedDate":1768189016302,"projectUrl":"project/fill-first-grade-with-fun/10008236/","projectTitle":"Fill First Grade With Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McDevitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2196211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675133858630","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2196211"},{"teacherId":2859445,"projectId":10008277,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our class reach our goal! Everyone in class has loved using the new scoop seats, paper, and treasure box treats that we received thanks to your generous donations.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Fun Fridays are more fun and colorful now with our new supplies. We have already used many of the supplies for art projects and can not wait to continue making learning bright and fun! We are able to relax and get rewards on Friday's too! Thank you so much for making our first grade year unforgettable!","fullyFundedDate":1768199165681,"projectUrl":"project/making-first-grade-fun/10008277/","projectTitle":"Making First Grade Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2859445_orig.jpg?crop=1955,1955,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698880256081","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2859445"},{"teacherId":10403763,"projectId":10018091,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a more supportive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment for my primary students with autism.\r\n\r\nThe sensory and classroom materials you provided are already making a powerful difference. Many of my students experience the world in unique ways, and having access to sensory tools which helps them regulate their emotions, stay focused, and feel safe in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, students who once struggled to sit for even a few minutes are now able to participate in lessons, complete tasks, and interact more positively with their peers. The visual and hands-on resources also support communication, independence, and confidence skills that are essential both inside and outside the classroom.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your support shows my students that there are people who care about them, believe in them, and want them to succeed. That message alone is incredibly powerful.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a classroom where every child feels understood, supported, and empowered to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1768534771210,"projectUrl":"project/autism-essentials/10018091/","projectTitle":"Autism Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bagguatan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10403763_orig.jpg?crop=2341,2341,x85,y2056&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768274690925","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403763"},{"teacherId":4518598,"projectId":10030356,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project, \"Equipping Students With the Tools to Learn.\"\r\nYour donation helped me give my students essential school supplies so they can be prepared, confident, and successful in their learning. By supplying students with the necessary tools for learning, this project helped create an equitable and supportive classroom environment where all students are prepared to engage in lessons across all subject areas, including reading, writing, mathematics, and science.\r\n\r\nStudents use headphones every day with their Chromebooks. They also use the folders, notebooks, pencils, colored pencils, and crayons on a daily basis. Thank you for providing the basic supplies they need every day. They were especially excited about the treasure box items. They are rewards for good behavior, class participation, and achievement. They really liked the dinosaur eggs, animal erasers, squishies, fidget toys, and stress balls. Thank you for putting smiles on their faces!","fullyFundedDate":1768703630070,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-students-with-the-tools-to-lea/10030356/","projectTitle":"Equipping Students With the Tools to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cummings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4518598_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1500058303268","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4518598"},{"teacherId":9366903,"projectId":9990018,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support of our school library. Thanks to your funding, our students have already begun benefiting in meaningful ways—our younger learners were so excited to use the new crayons, and their creativity truly came to life. The Micro:bits have been a huge success as well; students have absolutely loved the hands-on coding experience and have been fully engaged in learning new problem-solving skills. Your contribution has helped us create a more organized, welcoming, and inspiring space where students feel motivated to explore, learn, and take pride in their work. Thank you for making such a positive impact on our students' learning journey!","fullyFundedDate":1768068145294,"projectUrl":"project/coding-creativity-and-a-love-of-readin/9990018/","projectTitle":"Coding, Creativity, and a Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Henriquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9366903"},{"teacherId":9643643,"projectId":10011144,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has transformed in the most meaningful way. The materials from our project, \"From Pencils to Projects: Making Learning Last,\" have allowed my students to move beyond basic supplies and truly engage in hands-on, meaningful learning experiences. Instead of simply completing worksheets, they are now creating, building, and collaborating. One special moment was when students worked together on their first project using the new supplies — their excitement was undeniable, and they took such pride in their work.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my students' faces lit up with pure joy. Many of them immediately asked, \"Are these really for us?\" They felt valued and supported, knowing that people they have never met believed in them and invested in their education. That feeling alone has boosted their confidence and motivation to try their best every day.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these resources to deepen our learning through interactive projects, small group collaboration, and creative presentations. Your support is not just providing supplies — it is building confidence, encouraging creativity, and helping my students see that their learning truly matters. Thank you for making a lasting impact in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768416492898,"projectUrl":"project/from-pencils-to-projects-making-learnin/10011144/","projectTitle":"From Pencils to Projects: Making Learning Last","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rose Biron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9643643"},{"teacherId":8829086,"projectId":9991100,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our first graders are using their new supplies every day to make learning fun, engaging, and hands-on! When the wobble stools, crayons, markers, magnetic materials, and organized table caddies arrived, students were thrilled. Their excitement was immediate — they couldn't wait to explore the materials and begin creating, building, and problem-solving. Many students went straight to the crayons and markers to illustrate their ideas, while others eagerly claimed a wobble stool to try out flexible seating during lessons.\r\n\r\nThe new organizational tools have also improved our classroom routines. Table caddies and book bins keep materials accessible, reduce transition time, and allow students to move smoothly between activities. Wobble stools give students flexible seating options that help them focus, participate, and stay energized throughout lessons.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, students are now able to work more independently, stay engaged longer, and fully participate in classroom activities. They are developing foundational skills in literacy, math, and creative thinking, while also building confidence, responsibility, and collaboration.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a real difference in our classroom, helping students stay focused, engaged, and excited to learn every day. Thank you for investing in their growth and making our learning environment more dynamic and student-centered.","fullyFundedDate":1768146332387,"projectUrl":"project/everyday-supplies-for-first-grade-succes/9991100/","projectTitle":"Everyday Supplies for First Grade Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8829086_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753551332765","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tamra-jack"},{"teacherId":8829086,"projectId":9671669,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my second graders have been experiencing math in a whole new way! When the Didax Unifix Cubes, math games, pencils, and snacks arrived, the students were thrilled. They immediately started exploring the cubes, building towers, and experimenting with addition and subtraction problems. The tactile nature of the cubes helped students see abstract concepts come to life, and snacks kept their energy high so everyone could participate fully.\r\n\r\nOne memorable moment was during a Math Talk activity. Students were asked to build towers representing different math problems and then explain their thinking to a partner. They eagerly compared strategies, explained their reasoning, and created new challenges for each other. Students who sometimes hesitate with traditional worksheets became confident problem-solvers, and the entire class was buzzing with excitement.\r\n\r\nThese materials also allowed me to enrich my teaching. I could provide immediate feedback, guide discussions, and differentiate instruction more effectively. Students were able to explore concepts at their own pace while practicing critical thinking and collaboration.\r\n\r\nNext, we plan to extend this hands-on learning to patterns, early multiplication, and small-group problem-solving challenges. The cubes and games will continue to make math interactive and engaging while helping students build confidence and fluency in their skills.\r\n\r\nYour support has transformed our classroom into a space where math is exciting, tangible, and accessible for every student. Thanks to you, students are developing strong math skills, collaborating with peers, and discovering the joy of learning through hands-on exploration.","fullyFundedDate":1762265351758,"projectUrl":"project/bring-math-to-life-with-didax-unifix-cub/9671669/","projectTitle":"Bring Math to Life with Didax Unifix Cubes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8829086_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753551332765","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tamra-jack"},{"teacherId":8829086,"projectId":9817231,"letterContent":"Our second graders have been having so much fun with the new materials! One of the first projects we completed with the supplies was our bulletin board activity, \"The Winter Word Express,\" inspired by The Polar Express. Each student picked a vocabulary word, wrote its definition, created a sentence using the word, and illustrated it with a colorful picture. When the students first saw the new paper, markers, and poster board, their eyes lit up — they could not wait to get started! Many of them immediately began brainstorming ideas, helping classmates with spelling, and sharing their creative visions for their posters.\r\n\r\nIt was a joy to watch their excitement turn into deep engagement. Students were eager to learn new words, experiment with sentences, and show off their illustrations. They loved seeing their work displayed on the bulletin board for the whole class to enjoy, and they took pride in contributing to a project that would brighten everyone's day.\r\n\r\nThe success of this project has inspired the next step: students are now selecting \"Words of the Week\" for our Word Wizard Campaign. They are creating colorful displays, encouraging their classmates to use new words in writing and conversation, and reflecting on how vocabulary can make their writing more powerful. We are excited to continue this momentum, building literacy skills, creativity, and confidence as the year goes on.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, students are not only learning new vocabulary but also developing responsibility, teamwork, and leadership. Your support has brought our classroom to life, making learning visible, engaging, and fun!","fullyFundedDate":1761942759333,"projectUrl":"project/second-graders-spread-kindness-and-words/9817231/","projectTitle":"Second Graders Spread Kindness and Words of the Week!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8829086_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753551332765","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tamra-jack"},{"teacherId":9554721,"projectId":8420788,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom. Because of your support, my students now have brand-new pencils, and their excitement was immediate and heartfelt. When they first saw the materials, their faces lit up, and many of them shared enthusiastic thank-you messages. Having enough pencils for everyone may seem small, but for my students, it makes a big difference in helping them feel prepared, confident, and ready to learn every day.\r\n\r\nWe are already using these new materials during our daily lessons, especially in writing and math activities. My students are excited to start new projects, revise their work neatly, and participate without worrying about not having the supplies they need. It has created a more positive and stress-free learning environment where students can focus fully on their learning.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue building strong writing skills through journaling, creative stories, and problem-solving activities across subjects. Thanks to your kindness, my 4th graders can look forward to many memorable learning moments this year with all the tools they need to succeed. Your support truly makes a lasting impact, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1719085130175,"projectUrl":"project/my-students-are-happy-to-write-with-new/8420788/","projectTitle":"My Students Are Happy to Write With New Pencils!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zapata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9554721_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718917926958","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9554721"},{"teacherId":8838091,"projectId":8009222,"letterContent":"We've been using the new resources daily to provide both academic support and fun in the classroom. They've become a key part of our small-group instruction and independent learning time. One standout moment was during a recent lesson when students used the materials to practice skills we had just learned—everyone was engaged, collaborating, and excited to show what they could do. The resources helped reinforce concepts while keeping learning hands-on and enjoyable.\r\nIn conclusion, students will continue using these resources as we dive deeper into our current lessons and build on their skills. They'll be applying what they've learned through hands-on activities, practice stations, and collaborative projects. These materials will remain an important part of our routine as we work toward stronger confidence, independence, and a love of learning—all while continuing to provide support and fun in the classroom. We are incredibly grateful for the generosity that made this meaningful growth and positive classroom experience possible.","fullyFundedDate":1701239044724,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-everything-and-everything-i/8009222/","projectTitle":"A Place for Everything and Everything in It's Place","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cabutotan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8838091"},{"teacherId":8911098,"projectId":9085183,"letterContent":"Thank you for all that you have contributed to help make reading fun for my students. Through your generosity I was able to provide my students fun sunglasses to use when buddy reading during Nevada Reading Week. The students were eager to put on their shades and read a book to their friends outside. This experience will help create long lasting memories of joy while reading. \r\n\r\nMany of my students haven't had too many opportunities to engage with fun props and items while reading, especially outside of school. 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