{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Las Estrellas Dual Language Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3816828,"projectId":10065253,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our after-school sewing and crochet program. When the students first saw the new fabric, colorful yarn, needles, and craft kits, their excitement filled the room. Many of them had never tried stitching or crocheting before, so being able to hold the materials in their hands made the experience feel real and special. They couldn't wait to get started, and their curiosity quickly turned into determination as they began learning basic stitches and techniques.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the new supplies to practice foundational skills and complete our first projects, including small pillows and simple stitched creations. Students carefully chose their fabrics, learned how to thread needles, and supported one another through challenges like tangled yarn or uneven stitches. The pride they felt when finishing their projects was incredible to see. Not only are they building fine motor and problem-solving skills, but they are also gaining confidence and learning the value of patience and perseverance. Next, they are excited to begin creating small tote bags and beginner crochet pieces. Your support has given our students the tools to turn their creative ideas into reality, and we are truly grateful for the meaningful impact you have made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769801776987,"projectUrl":"project/threading-imagination/10065253/","projectTitle":"Threading Imagination","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roman-Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3816828_orig.png?crop=126,126,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755493172531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3816828"},{"teacherId":3816828,"projectId":9896756,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has transformed during writing time. When the materials arrived, my students were immediately excited to explore the pencil grips, tracing boards, and fine-motor tools. What once felt frustrating now feels empowering. We use the hand-strengthening tools each morning as part of our routine, and during writing workshop students eagerly choose the supports that help them feel successful. I've already seen stronger grips, better letter formation, and—most importantly—greater confidence.\r\n\r\nOne moment that truly captured the impact was during our \"All About Me\" writing project. A student who used to avoid writing practiced carefully with a tracing board and then independently wrote his name for the first time. His proud smile said everything. Moments like that are happening more and more as journals fill with labeled drawings and brave attempts at sentences. Next, we are beginning our \"Kindergarten Authors\" project, where each child will create and illustrate their own book. Thanks to you, they now have the tools—and the confidence—to share the stories inside their hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1768477923073,"projectUrl":"project/write-on-kindergarten/9896756/","projectTitle":"Write On, Kindergarten!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roman-Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3816828_orig.png?crop=126,126,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755493172531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3816828"},{"teacherId":8421626,"projectId":9890189,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students have been able to use these new resources every single day in meaningful ways. The storage bins and floating shelves helped us completely reorganize our classroom, creating calm, clearly labeled spaces where students can independently access materials. The coat hooks gave my students ownership over their belongings, helping us build responsibility and smoother transitions. Our new snap-top bins and baskets are now used to organize small group reading and math materials, which has made our intervention time much more efficient. \r\n\r\nThe color-changing fidget putty has been especially impactful; my students use it during independent work and small group instruction to support focus and self-regulation, and the excitement on their faces when they first saw it was unforgettable. They were amazed watching the colors change in their hands! The duct tape and permanent markers have already been used for a collaborative classroom expectations poster and labeling systems that students helped design. Next, we are beginning a hands-on project where students will create organized learning stations using the new containers, practicing teamwork and problem-solving while taking pride in their environment. \r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is more organized, more engaging, and better equipped to support both academic growth and social-emotional learning.","fullyFundedDate":1763599150058,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calm-creative-and-connected/9890189/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calm, Creative, and Connected Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Noelia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8421626_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x256,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722461597876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8421626"},{"teacherId":10054386,"projectId":9561423,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of wipes to our classroom. Having these supplies makes a real difference in our daily routine. We use the wipes throughout the day to clean desks, shared materials, door handles, and other high-touch surfaces, which helps keep our learning environment clean and welcoming for students.\r\n\r\nYour support is especially important during flu season. Regular cleaning helps reduce the spread of germs, keeps students healthier, and allows them to focus on learning instead of illness. We truly appreciate your kindness and commitment to supporting our classroom and our students' well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1759886843203,"projectUrl":"project/flu-season/9561423/","projectTitle":"Flu Season","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zhagui","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10054386"},{"teacherId":1528285,"projectId":9838305,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to provide high quality hypo-allergenic lotion for all of our classrooms this winter season! Our winter here in Minnesota is brutal. Students already have the task of remembering all of their winter gear: snowpants, gloves, hats, scarves, boots, etc. The task of carrying an individual lotion in their backpack is too much!\r\n\r\nHaving lotion available in all of their classrooms helps them be able to access lotion whenever they need it. We have to wash hands frequently to also try and avoid the spread of germs and getting sick, but putting on lotion afterwards keeps their hands soft and comfortable.\r\n\r\nThank you for providing this comfort for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1763663725055,"projectUrl":"project/soft-hands/9838305/","projectTitle":"Soft Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Olson de Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1528285_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507759780729","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emilyolsondealvarez"},{"teacherId":3816828,"projectId":9807470,"letterContent":"Since receiving these social-emotional learning resources, my classroom has become a calmer, more supportive space where students feel safe expressing their feelings. We use the books during morning meetings to talk about emotions and friendships, and they've helped students find the words to describe feelings like sadness or frustration—something many struggled with before. The sensory materials and weighted dog plushy are now part of our calm-down area, where students independently go to regulate their emotions; one student who often felt overwhelmed now hugs the dog and takes deep breaths before rejoining the class. When students first saw the materials, they were excited and immediately understood they were tools to help them feel better. These resources are helping my kindergarteners build empathy, self-regulation, and confidence—skills that will support them far beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762877075937,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-humans-big-emotions/9807470/","projectTitle":"Tiny Humans, Big Emotions","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roman-Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3816828_orig.png?crop=126,126,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755493172531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3816828"},{"teacherId":8421626,"projectId":9652995,"letterContent":"I've been able to create personalized notebooks with the basic concepts for my students. Each one includes reading, writing, and foundational math materials that they can use to complete their assignments.\r\n\r\nIt has been incredibly helpful for them, especially because they can either share their resources or have their own individual copies.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for all the support, guidance, and resources you've provided. Your help has made a meaningful difference in my classroom, giving my students tools that truly support their learning and growth. I'm deeply grateful for the time, effort, and dedication you put into making these materials accessible. Your contribution has not only enriched their education but has also made my work as a teacher easier and more effective.\r\n\r\nThank you again for everything, you've had a remarkable impact.","fullyFundedDate":1760061502516,"projectUrl":"project/hold-it-together-raising-funds-for-a-bi/9652995/","projectTitle":"Hold It Together: Raising Funds for a Binding Machine","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Noelia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8421626_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x256,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722461597876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8421626"},{"teacherId":3816828,"projectId":9549044,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our Spanish immersion kindergarten classroom has become an exciting space for hands-on STEM learning. Students now use the new materials daily during small-group centers and bilingual exploration stations. They build with engineering kits, explore magnetism, experiment with simple machines, and practice early coding skills—all while using academic Spanish to explain their thinking and collaborate with classmates.\r\n\r\nOne memorable moment happened during a magnet investigation. Students eagerly tested classroom objects, sorted materials by whether they were magnetic, and excitedly shared discoveries using new vocabulary like metal, atraer, and no atrae. Another highlight has been watching students work together to design and redesign structures, problem-solve when challenges arise, and celebrate each other's successes.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, students were thrilled. Their excitement was immediate—eyes lit up, questions poured out, and many couldn't wait to get started. Students who are typically quiet became engaged leaders during hands-on activities, showing confidence, curiosity, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nNext, students are using these materials to support our science units, including the life cycle of living things and basic engineering challenges. They will continue building, experimenting, and coding as they strengthen both STEM understanding and Spanish language skills. Because of your donation, our students are gaining access to meaningful, joyful learning experiences that spark curiosity, build confidence, and help every child see themselves as a capable scientist and problem-solver.","fullyFundedDate":1759887556030,"projectUrl":"project/little-scientists-big-ideas-stem-en-es/9549044/","projectTitle":"Little Scientists, Big Ideas: STEM en Español","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roman-Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3816828_orig.png?crop=126,126,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755493172531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3816828"},{"teacherId":6530152,"projectId":9614542,"letterContent":"Having all the materials you funded has changed the way our classroom feels. We have a chance to come to school and enjoy building things, talking to each other and have a slow start to the day. Another impact is students can come in and have more independence in their activities. This gives me a chance to check in with them and make emotional connections that help our day be successful. Please know that students are loving and enjoying your donations and they are thriving because we get to start the day in a more relaxed way. It is still academic in a way that doesn't feel academic. Building and connecting with others as they make things with their hands has been wonderful. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1757771791772,"projectUrl":"project/morning-bins-to-ditch-the-sheets/9614542/","projectTitle":"Morning Bins to Ditch the Sheets","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D. Ortiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6530152_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755402173686","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6530152"},{"teacherId":8421626,"projectId":9516611,"letterContent":"The Laminate to Educate project has a meaningful educational impact by improving the quality, accessibility, and longevity of classroom learning materials. By laminating key instructional resources, such as visual aids, learning games, charts, and student reference tools, teachers build sturdy, reusable supports that foster consistent engagement and active learning. Such resources ensure that students get more opportunities to engage with materials frequently without the risk of damage, thus cultivating hands-on participation and collaboration. \r\n\r\nLaminated materials also open up flexible options of instructional practices through small-group activities, centers, and differentiated activities. Overall, the project fosters a more organized, interactive, and sustainable learning environment supportive of student understanding, independence, and long-term academic growth.\r\n\r\nI would like to thank everyone who supported and contributed to the project. Your generosity and collaboration have made possible the creation of lasting resources that will continue to benefit students for many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1756135377867,"projectUrl":"project/laminate-to-educate-enhancing-classroom/9516611/","projectTitle":"Laminate to Educate: Enhancing Classroom Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Noelia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8421626_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x256,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722461597876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8421626"},{"teacherId":1528285,"projectId":9589378,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping to add some essential materials to our music classroom that will help us use the color-coding strategy in learning English and Spanish and some high interest materials for students like the globe and the flags of the world poster.\r\n\r\nBecause we are a Dual Language school and all students are learning English and Spanish, we use all green for Spanish language and all blue for English language to help students' (and ours') brains make connections quickly and to facilitate transfer between both languages. The hanging charts have helped us do this in a neat way with all of our vocabulary we have learned so far this year! Students also like being able to color-code when writing themselves, and the markers help us all to do that.\r\n\r\nLastly, the Dirt Devil helps keep our floor clean. We do a lot of movement and work with different instruments on the floor (no tables), so keeping the carpet clean is essential to our classroom being welcoming and inviting.","fullyFundedDate":1755714865360,"projectUrl":"project/color-coding-for-bilingual-learners/9589378/","projectTitle":"Color Coding for Bilingual learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Olson de Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1528285_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507759780729","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emilyolsondealvarez"},{"teacherId":1528285,"projectId":9200520,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our Music, Language and Culture classroom environment by helping us to purchase scented markers, a circle stretchy band, a guira and a new set of rhythm sticks. All of the materials are being put to good use!\r\n\r\nWe use a color-coded system for learning to sing and read musical notes. The scented markers match perfectly with the system that we use, and the students are always surprised when they realize that they are scented. It makes marking their notes more fun. We have used the stretchy band for a number of different circle games and also marking the beat-it really helps our kinesthetic learners! We used the guira to play Cumbia and Merengue, and having that instrument helped it sound more authentic. The rhythm sticks are different colors (and no more splinters!) and have been used by our preschool and Kindergarten students to mark the beat.\r\n\r\nOur classroom would not be stocked without donors like you-thank you for contributing!","fullyFundedDate":1742994825122,"projectUrl":"project/music-room-stock-up/9200520/","projectTitle":"Music Room Stock Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Olson de Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1528285_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507759780729","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emilyolsondealvarez"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_53163","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":402,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":78,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":6,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":76,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.8,"schoolId":53163,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Las Estrellas Dual Language Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Las Estrellas Dual Language Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/minnesota/minneapolis-public-schools/sheridan-global-arts-school/53163"}