{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"San Jose Charter Academy","outOfStateSupporters":15.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1338327,"projectId":6104247,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our entire classroom community, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for funding our recent classroom project. Your generosity has made a meaningful and immediate impact on my students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we were able to provide [specific materials, resources, or experiences], which has already sparked excitement, curiosity, and deeper engagement in our classroom. Watching my students light up as they explored and used these new resources has been truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nYour contribution does more than supply materials — it sends a powerful message to my students that their education matters and that there are people who believe in their potential. That encouragement builds confidence and motivation that will stay with them far beyond this project.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and in the future of these amazing students. Your kindness and generosity are deeply appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1645129293477,"projectUrl":"project/painting-our-way-through-kindergarten/6104247/","projectTitle":"Painting Our Way Through Kindergarten!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tackaberry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/penetackaberry"},{"teacherId":1338327,"projectId":4093284,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our entire classroom community, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for funding our recent classroom project. Your generosity has made a meaningful and immediate impact on my students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we were able to provide [specific materials, resources, or experiences], which has already sparked excitement, curiosity, and deeper engagement in our classroom. Watching my students light up as they explored and used these new resources has been truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nYour contribution does more than supply materials — it sends a powerful message to my students that their education matters and that there are people who believe in their potential. That encouragement builds confidence and motivation that will stay with them far beyond this project.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and in the future of these amazing students. Your kindness and generosity are deeply appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1561049766309,"projectUrl":"project/kinder-artists-part-2/4093284/","projectTitle":"Kinder Artists - Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tackaberry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/penetackaberry"},{"teacherId":4719536,"projectId":9813699,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to materials that will make a meaningful difference in their daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nThe chairback seat organizers are already helping students stay organized and keep our classroom neat, giving them easy access to their supplies. The electric pencil sharpener has been a huge help—saving time and keeping our focus on learning rather than broken pencils. 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Our class has benefited from this many times by being able to take their art outside, enjoy fresh air, and get inspiration from the world that surrounds them. Thank you for making art a part of our day by generously donating to our class. Thank you kindly.","fullyFundedDate":1757113056120,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-artist/9611188/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Artist","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Breceda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1717842_orig.png?crop=796,796,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755453089934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1717842"},{"teacherId":1315330,"projectId":9706411,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to help complete our new play kitchen! Because of your support, our kindergarten classroom now has a welcoming space where students can learn, play, and grow together.\r\n\r\nThe play kitchen has quickly become a favorite area in our classroom. 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The students were so proud to share their artwork and kind messages, knowing they were bringing smiles and joy to others in our community.\r\n\r\nWe also worked together on collaborative posters, where each student decorated their own page and then combined them to create large, colorful posters to brighten the living spaces of the seniors. This experience helped my students learn the power of teamwork, creativity, and compassion.\r\n\r\nYour generosity gave my students an authentic opportunity to practice kindness and make a real difference. Thank you for helping us turn small hands and big hearts into acts of love and connection throughout our community.","fullyFundedDate":1764618940942,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-kindness-one-page-at-a-time/9868865/","projectTitle":"Spreading Kindness One Page at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fish","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsfish"},{"teacherId":4719536,"projectId":9680234,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of you, my students are learning in an environment that is both organized and full of excitement. The \"I Lost a Tooth\" stickers and pencil toppers allow us to celebrate important student milestones, while the mini candy dispenser filled with Skittles and M&Ms motivates positive behavior in a fun and meaningful way. The neon pens and sidewalk chalk inspire creativity and make learning feel special and rewarding.\r\n\r\nYour donations have also helped us stay organized and focused. The crayon and pencil holders, plastic pencil boxes, and mesh zipper pouches ensure students know exactly where their supplies belong, building responsibility and independence. The large floral desk calendar keeps our class on track with important dates, events, and learning goals.\r\n\r\nInstructionally, the dry erase pockets and mini erasers make lessons interactive and reusable, while the index paper supports hands-on activities, games, and student-created flashcards. The \"Colors of the World\" crayons allow students to create inclusive, culturally responsive artwork that reflects who they are and the diverse world around them.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom is a structured yet exciting place where students feel motivated, celebrated, and ready to learn every day. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in the lives of my students—we are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1758819339831,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-rewards-smart-organization-for-f/9680234/","projectTitle":"Sweet Rewards & Smart Organization for First Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. De Rego","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4719536_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752678576760","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christiederego203"},{"teacherId":1317896,"projectId":9391143,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our class get a new color printer!\r\n\r\nThis printer has helped bring real-life images to our social studies project on California Native Americans. Students learned about the culture and traditions of Native Americans. 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It gives my students opportunities to practice sharing, problem-solving, and using language in creative ways, all while having so much fun. Your gift has turned our play area into a place where friendships, confidence, and imagination can grow every day.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful that you helped make this happen. Thank you for believing in our little learners and for supporting joyful learning through play!","fullyFundedDate":1758122903674,"projectUrl":"project/the-power-of-imaginative-play-part-1/9706396/","projectTitle":"The Power of Imaginative Play - Part 1","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fish","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsfish"},{"teacherId":1315330,"projectId":9405786,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom once again! The new storage cart has been a total game changer for our busy kindergarten space. Our soft blocks, play people, garages, and vehicles now have a perfect home and my students are so proud to help keep everything neat and organized.\r\n\r\nThis cart makes it easy for the children to find what they need, clean up responsibly, and take ownership of our classroom materials. It's amazing how something as simple as storage can make such a big difference in the flow of our day and the pride my students feel in their learning space.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your kindness and generosity. You've helped make our classroom more organized, inviting, and full of joy!","fullyFundedDate":1755995131977,"projectUrl":"project/big-ideas-for-little-builders-part-2/9405786/","projectTitle":"Big Ideas for Little Builders! 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Your kindness has made our classroom an even happier and more inspiring place to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1755725327580,"projectUrl":"project/big-ideas-for-little-builders/9405743/","projectTitle":"Big Ideas for Little Builders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fish","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsfish"},{"teacherId":1314953,"projectId":9478599,"letterContent":"Since receiving the STEM building supplies, pens, triangle pencils, game puzzles, and stacking stools, my classroom has transformed into a vibrant, hands-on learning environment. The building supplies and puzzles have significantly improved my students' fine motor skills, enhancing their hand-eye coordination, finger dexterity, and grip control. 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