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Since this is both my first year teaching and their first year of school, we're all learning and growing together, and these materials have helped make our classroom feel fun, welcoming, and organized.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're focused on building routines, practicing early literacy skills, and learning how to work together as a class. The students are gaining confidence every day, and it's been so fun seeing them excited to learn and be at school. Thank you again for supporting our classroom and helping make our first year such a positive experience!","fullyFundedDate":1754855656385,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-and-colorful-classroom-for-curious/9462857/","projectTitle":"Cozy and Colorful Classroom for Curious Kindergartners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kye","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10074360_orig.jpg?crop=3634,3634,x491,y540&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752092628062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kye"},{"teacherId":2217744,"projectId":10226481,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation in support of \"High-Quality Books to Inspire Every Reader.\" Your thoughtful contribution helps create opportunities for readers of all ages to access engaging, meaningful, and inspiring books that encourage learning, creativity, and personal growth. Donations like yours play an important role in helping us promote literacy and foster a lifelong love of reading within our community.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we are able to continue providing high-quality resources that make a lasting impact on the lives of readers and families. We are truly grateful for your generosity and belief in our mission.","fullyFundedDate":1778093274558,"projectUrl":"project/high-quality-books-to-inspire-every-read/10226481/","projectTitle":"High-Quality Books to Inspire Every Reader","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bevin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2217744_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715227719063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2217744"},{"teacherId":2217744,"projectId":10180612,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Building a Love of Reading for Every Learner. Your generosity is helping bring engaging, accessible books into our classroom and making a real difference for my students. \r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading looks like students exploring new stories, building vocabulary, practicing comprehension skills, and learning how to talk about characters, setting, and events. These new texts also help introduce important skills like making connections, asking questions, and identifying main ideas. \r\n\r\nMany of my students, especially those who have struggled to find books they enjoy, are now excited to read during independent reading time. I've seen their confidence grow as they connect with stories and share their thinking.","fullyFundedDate":1775783763520,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-love-of-reading-for-every-lea/10180612/","projectTitle":"Building a Love of Reading for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bevin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2217744_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715227719063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2217744"},{"teacherId":8916297,"projectId":10038185,"letterContent":"I can not express much our class appreciates your donations! We have been playing with our new people in our castle area, magnatiles, blocks, on our tables, in the sand, and anywhere they can carry them! Im happy to say none have been broken or lost! The STEAM garden is one of the classroom favo8during free time! The students love to make their own gardens, destroy it, and rebuild. It has given them hours of fun! We also play with the apples and the sink or float game during would water play time outdoors. It has made their learning more engaging and they are learning why thinks sink and why they float! You all are amazing! Thank you again! 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Your kindness is making a lasting impact on our classroom community, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1774619419255,"projectUrl":"project/representation-matters-multicultural-to/9980445/","projectTitle":"Representation Matters: Multicultural Toys and Books for Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bevin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2217744_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715227719063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2217744"},{"teacherId":2217744,"projectId":10128883,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our \"Creating a Calm Space in Loud Places\" project through Donors Choose. \r\n\r\nYour donation is helping us create a safe, supportive environment where students can regulate their emotions, refocus, and feel more comfortable throughout the school day. \r\n\r\nFor many of our students, especially those who are sensitive to noise or easily overwhelmed, this space will make a meaningful difference in their ability to learn and succeed. \r\n\r\nYour kindness directly impacts their well-being and growth, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1774652541175,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calm-space-in-loud-places/10128883/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calm Space in Loud Places","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bevin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2217744_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715227719063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2217744"},{"teacherId":3897233,"projectId":9807721,"letterContent":"My students were thrilled when we set up the little play kitchen in our Make Believe Play Center! They love preparing yummy \"food\" for their peers, their classroom staff and their baby dolls! They are using their imaginations while developing cognitive, social and communication skills! \r\nOur Speech therapist and Occupational Therapist have used the play kitchen center as a base for their therapy sessions as well, focusing on building vocabulary, social language and fine motor skills like pouring! \r\nThe Make Believe Play Center has become a favorite activity and has provided many fun and educational opportunities for my kiddos. We appreciate your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1770441026856,"projectUrl":"project/make-believe-play/9807721/","projectTitle":"Make-Believe Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3897233_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753843694525","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/c-greco"},{"teacherId":1468083,"projectId":10173391,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Gold Rush books project! Your generosity is helping bring history to life in a meaningful and engaging way for my students.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my class now has access to books that allow them to step into the past and experience what life was like during the California Gold Rush. Instead of just reading facts, students are able to connect with real stories, perspectives, and challenges people faced during this important time in history.\r\n\r\nThese books are especially impactful for my students because they support a wide range of reading levels while keeping everyone engaged. Many of my students are drawn to storytelling, and these resources help them better understand history through characters, events, and real-life experiences.\r\n\r\nThis project will also support our upcoming classroom activities, including research, discussions, and creative projects where students will apply what they've learned. Your donation is helping build both knowledge and excitement for learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for making history come alive in our classroom. Your support truly makes a difference for my students each and every day!","fullyFundedDate":1775498593338,"projectUrl":"project/striking-gold-bringing-the-gold-rush-to/10173391/","projectTitle":"Striking Gold: Bringing the Gold Rush to Life Through Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dennis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1468083_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690504130412","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hpayne"},{"teacherId":1468083,"projectId":10114821,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our origami project! Because of you, my students now have the opportunity to explore creativity in a hands-on and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nOrigami is so much more than just folding paper. It helps students develop focus, patience, and problem-solving skills while strengthening their ability to follow directions and think step-by-step. I am especially excited to use origami during our class rotations, as it provides a calming and engaging activity that encourages perseverance and attention to detail.\r\n\r\nMany of my students thrive when they can create something with their hands, and this project gives them that opportunity. Watching a simple piece of paper transform into something amazing builds confidence and pride in their work. It also supports fine motor skills and spatial reasoning, which are so important at this age.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is making a real difference in our classroom. Thank you for helping create a space where students can learn, grow, and express themselves in new and exciting ways!","fullyFundedDate":1775458031948,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-creativity-through-origami-ar/10114821/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Creativity Through Origami, Art, and Interactive Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dennis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1468083_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690504130412","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hpayne"},{"teacherId":1468083,"projectId":10161395,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of you, my students now have access to engaging, hands-on materials that bring science to life in ways a textbook simply cannot.\r\n\r\nWith the rock and mineral kits, students are able to explore Earth's natural materials firsthand, observe their properties, and understand how rocks form and change over time. Our magnetic kits have sparked curiosity as students investigate invisible forces, discovering how magnets can push and pull without even touching. The circuit kits have been especially exciting, allowing students to build simple circuits and see energy in action as they light a bulb.\r\n\r\nThese materials have transformed our science block into an interactive learning experience filled with exploration, teamwork, and discovery. Students are asking thoughtful questions, testing their ideas, and building confidence as young scientists.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping my students develop critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills that will stay with them far beyond the classroom. Thank you for making this possible and for investing in their future!","fullyFundedDate":1773985331058,"projectUrl":"project/rock-solid-science-magnets-circuits-a/10161395/","projectTitle":"Rock Solid Science: Magnets, Circuits, and Earth Explorations!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dennis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1468083_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690504130412","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hpayne"},{"teacherId":2217744,"projectId":9912948,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Sensory Friendly Lighting\" project. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom environment and in the daily experiences of my students. Since receiving the new lighting, we have been using it to create a calm, flexible space that supports focus, self-regulation, and comfort. \r\n\r\nOne especially memorable moment was during our small-group reading time, when a student who typically struggles to stay engaged was able to sit, relax, and participate for the entire lesson. The softer lighting has truly helped reduce sensory overload and allowed students to better access their learning.\r\n\r\nYour donation has not only enhanced our physical space, but it has also opened the door to deeper, more meaningful learning experiences for every student. Thank you again for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1773547347880,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-friendly-lighting-for-our-specia/9912948/","projectTitle":"Sensory-Friendly Lighting for Our Special Education Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bevin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2217744_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715227719063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2217744"},{"teacherId":1468083,"projectId":10156201,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom library with the I Survived graphic novel series and the Warriors graphic novel series. My students are always excited about graphic novels, and these books will help spark a love of reading in so many of them. For some students, graphic novels make reading feel more accessible and less overwhelming, while still building comprehension, vocabulary, and confidence.\r\n\r\nThese series are especially engaging because they combine strong storytelling with visuals that help students stay connected to the text. I know these books will quickly become favorites in our classroom and will encourage even reluctant readers to pick up a book.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is giving my students more opportunities to enjoy reading and see themselves as successful readers. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nIf you want it, I can also make this into a slightly warmer, more personal version.","fullyFundedDate":1773877772984,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-stories-to-life-with-graphic-no/10156201/","projectTitle":"Bringing Stories to Life with Graphic Novels","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dennis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1468083_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690504130412","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hpayne"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_37983","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":279,"numTeachers":9,"percentFrplEligible":76,"percentAsian":13,"percentBlack":14,"percentWhite":14,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":47,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":1,"percentMultiracialImputed":9,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"31.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":73.4,"schoolId":37983,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Rolando Park Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Rolando Park Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/san-diego-unified-school-district/rolando-park-elementary-school/37983"}