{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Stockdale Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9794063,"projectId":9526628,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your donation to my music room! Your kindness and generosity has brought so much joy to my students and our classroom.\r\n\r\nAs each class came through the door, they were elated to see that they had a comfortable space to sit with their peers. \r\n\r\nThe TK-3rd graders were especially excited as they came in and sat together in a nice, comfortable space. My older students in 4th-6th were able to use the rug to identify the different music symbols and even inquired about ones they have not yet seen.\r\n\r\nMy classroom that sees many students each day; TK-6th, chorus, band, and orchestra, now feels complete. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1763474850864,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-inviting-musical-rug/9526628/","projectTitle":"Comfortable, Inviting, Musical Rug!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9794063_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y208&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754115288980","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9794063"},{"teacherId":9610251,"projectId":9904817,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books to our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to engaging, high-quality texts that support the important reading skills we work on every day. These books help students practice comprehension strategies such as identifying the main idea, making inferences, sequencing events, and using context clues to understand new vocabulary. Having texts at different reading levels has also allowed me to better support all learners, whether they need extra guidance or a challenge.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an active and joyful experience. Students read independently, work in small groups, and discuss stories with their peers. They use these books during guided reading, partner reading, and literacy centers, which has increased both their confidence and their motivation to read. Many students are more willing to take their time, think deeply about the text, and share their ideas because they are genuinely interested in the stories they are reading.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have been especially excited about the new books and often ask if they can reread them or recommend them to a friend. I've seen students who were once reluctant readers become more engaged and eager to participate during reading time. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and I am truly grateful for the impact you've had on my students' learning and love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1767906985266,"projectUrl":"project/opening-worlds-through-books-inspiring/9904817/","projectTitle":"Opening Worlds Through Books: Inspiring Young Readers to Soar","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9610251_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738037785996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9610251"},{"teacherId":9610251,"projectId":9904740,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books to our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to engaging, high-quality texts that support the important reading skills we work on every day. These books help students practice comprehension strategies such as identifying the main idea, making inferences, sequencing events, and using context clues to understand new vocabulary. Having texts at different reading levels has also allowed me to better support all learners, whether they need extra guidance or a challenge.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an active and joyful experience. Students read independently, work in small groups, and discuss stories with their peers. They use these books during guided reading, partner reading, and literacy centers, which has increased both their confidence and their motivation to read. Many students are more willing to take their time, think deeply about the text, and share their ideas because they are genuinely interested in the stories they are reading.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have been especially excited about the new books and often ask if they can reread them or recommend them to a friend. I've seen students who were once reluctant readers become more engaged and eager to participate during reading time. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and I am truly grateful for the impact you've had on my students' learning and love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1766439810682,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-3rd-graders-through-the-joy-o/9904740/","projectTitle":"Empowering 3rd Graders Through the Joy of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9610251_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738037785996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9610251"},{"teacherId":581261,"projectId":9911908,"letterContent":"Thank you to Virginia Jeanne Plant, Campbell Foundation, Maxwell Hanrahan Foundation and the DonorsChoose Teacher Ambassador Program for funding our phonics project!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity and belief in our students! Because of your support, my first graders were able to strengthen their phonics and spelling skills through hands-on, engaging play.\r\n\r\nThe alphabet cards, sight word and flash cards helped students master high-frequency words and blends, while the magnetic letters and boards made practicing spelling patterns exciting and interactive. Students also loved using the materials to play punctuation, capitalization, and parts of speech games that reinforced important language skills in a fun way.\r\n\r\nOne of their favorite activities was learning R blends—such a challenging concept in first grade! Students were thrilled to \"fish\" for R-blend words using magnetic poles, read them aloud, and write them down as part of a friendly competition. The joy, confidence, and growth we saw during these activities were truly incredible.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and for believing in our students' success. Your kindness made a meaningful difference in their learning and enthusiasm for reading.","fullyFundedDate":1766439578884,"projectUrl":"project/phonics-funland-building-strong-readers/9911908/","projectTitle":"Phonics Funland: Building Strong Readers Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kunzler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp581261_orig.jpg?crop=477,477,x132,y160&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599453840187","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-backer"},{"teacherId":581261,"projectId":9665219,"letterContent":"Thank you Gary, Campbell Foundation, and Ripple for your incredible kindness and generosity in supporting our first-grade classroom! Because of you, my students were able to experience science in the most exciting and meaningful way—by watching real insects grow, change, and come to life right before their eyes.\r\n\r\nWith our butterfly kit from Insect Lore, we observed tiny larvae transform into chrysalises and then emerge as beautiful butterflies. The children were amazed as they watched the butterflies sip nectar from oranges with their proboscis, and they were thrilled to gently hold the butterflies before releasing them into nature. Each student had the opportunity to take a photo with a butterfly, creating a memory they will never forget.\r\n\r\nWe also followed the life cycle of ladybugs—from larva to bright pink adults! The students were fascinated as we fed them moist raisins and then released them to help the plants in our environment by eating aphids. Watching the ants build tunnels in their gel habitat was another favorite experience. The fact that this same type of kit is used by astronauts in space made our learning feel even more special and inspiring.\r\n\r\nThanks to the Teachers Pay Teachers gift card, we were able to extend our learning even further. The insect plays helped strengthen reading fluency and comprehension while keeping learning joyful and engaging. The ladybug diorama and life cycle activities helped students deepen their understanding of metamorphosis, write about each stage, and build real scientific knowledge.\r\n\r\nYour generosity brought curiosity, joy, wonder, and hands-on learning into our classroom. Thank you for supporting my young scientists.","fullyFundedDate":1763474754855,"projectUrl":"project/caterpillars-ladybugs-and-ants-oh-my/9665219/","projectTitle":"Caterpillars, Ladybugs, and Ants, Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kunzler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp581261_orig.jpg?crop=477,477,x132,y160&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599453840187","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-backer"},{"teacherId":9017800,"projectId":9951971,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our DonorsChoose project for a class set of stainless steel water bottles. This project has had an immediate and meaningful impact on my students by ensuring that everyone has consistent access to water throughout the school day. Having matching, reusable bottles has made it easier for students to stay hydrated, focused, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe students were genuinely excited to receive their water bottles and have taken great pride in using them daily. The bottles have also helped reduce distractions caused by frequent trips for drinks and have supported healthier habits in our classroom. It has been wonderful to see students take responsibility for their bottles and understand the importance of caring for shared classroom resources.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a healthier, more equitable learning environment for my students. Thank you for investing in their well-being and for supporting our classroom in such a practical and impactful way.","fullyFundedDate":1766439581349,"projectUrl":"project/hydration-for-hardworking-scholars-help/9951971/","projectTitle":"Hydration for Hardworking Scholars! Help Us Get Classroom Water Bottles","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Born","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9017800_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683215869189","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9017800"},{"teacherId":9017800,"projectId":9904351,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our winter supplies project. Because of you, my students now have a class set of cozy beanies and gloves that are being put to great use, especially on cold mornings and during outdoor activities. The excitement on their faces when they received and wore them for the first time was truly heartwarming.\r\n\r\nThe hot chocolate was also a huge hit and helped create a warm, joyful moment for our class during the winter season. Although our Elf on the Shelf arrived after Christmas and we weren't able to use it this year, I am already looking forward to incorporating it into our classroom next holiday season to build excitement, creativity, and fun traditions for my students.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful impact on my classroom by helping students feel comfortable, cared for, and excited to be at school. Thank you for supporting my students and helping create positive memories they will carry with them.","fullyFundedDate":1766439810088,"projectUrl":"project/winter-warmth-and-classroom-cheer-for-my/9904351/","projectTitle":"Winter Warmth and Classroom Cheer for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Born","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9017800_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683215869189","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9017800"},{"teacherId":9794063,"projectId":9829146,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generosity and contributing to making sure that each student receives an instrument to play while they come to music!\r\n\r\nI love to use classroom rhythm instruments for many different lessons including my annual reading of \"The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything\" at Halloween time. In years past, many students had to share instruments or maybe they didn't get a chance to play the one they really wanted to since there wasn't enough.\r\n\r\nWe had a great time incorporating these new instruments for a song where each student would rotate and still get a chance to play something. I am looking forward to incorporating these new rhythm instruments in more songs throughout the year so that every student has one in their hands.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping all of my students have a chance to feel a part of the music with these new instruments!","fullyFundedDate":1762108827575,"projectUrl":"project/an-instrument-for-every-student/9829146/","projectTitle":"An Instrument for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9794063_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y208&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754115288980","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9794063"},{"teacherId":7660935,"projectId":9566321,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation to our 2nd grade classroom! My students were beyond excited to receive the Humphrey's Tiny Tales book set, the Fly Guy 13-book set, and the TPT gift card for supplemental curriculum resources. Your thoughtful support has truly enriched our literacy instruction and brought so much joy and motivation to my young readers and writers.\r\n\r\nThe Humphrey's Tiny Tales and Fly Guy books have quickly become classroom favorites. These engaging, high-interest stories are perfect for building reading confidence and stamina, especially for developing and reluctant readers. Students love using the Fly Guy books during independent reading and partner reading because of the humor, familiar characters, and accessible text. Humphrey's Tiny Tales are often used during small-group instruction and reading centers to practice comprehension skills such as retelling, identifying the main idea, and making connections to the text. Students are eager to read, discuss, and share these stories with their classmates.\r\n\r\nThe TPT gift card has allowed me to purchase high-quality supplemental resources that directly support writing and reading comprehension. I have been able to add engaging writing prompts, graphic organizers, phonics activities, and comprehension practice that align perfectly with our curriculum and meet the needs of all learners. These resources have helped make lessons more interactive and meaningful, and students are more excited than ever to write and explain their thinking. Thank you for investing in my students' love of learning and helping create a classroom filled with excitement, growth, and success. We are so grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1763474745483,"projectUrl":"project/a-book-filled-journey/9566321/","projectTitle":"A Book-Filled Journey","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7660935_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1609720929481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7660935"},{"teacherId":7660935,"projectId":9905947,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation of a classroom laminator and laminating pouches for our 2nd grade classroom! This has been an absolute game changer for us, and my students were amazed to see how their work could be transformed into something so special and long-lasting. Your support has brought so much excitement and pride into our classroom, and we are truly grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nWe use the laminator daily to support learning and organization. Student name tags have been laminated and placed on desks, cubbies, and supply bins, helping students feel a strong sense of ownership in our classroom. Accelerated Reader bookmarks have been laminated so students can track their reading goals and keep them safely inside their books without worrying about damage. I am also able to laminate frequently used learning tools such as reference charts, phonics cards, and math supports, allowing students to reuse them throughout the year and stay engaged during lessons.\r\n\r\nThe laminator has also made special moments even more meaningful for students and families. Art projects, holiday crafts, and special writing pieces are laminated so students can proudly take them home as keepsakes. Parents have shared how much they appreciate receiving these durable, polished projects that can be saved and treasured. Students beam with pride when they see their work laminated—it makes them feel like their learning truly matters. Thank you again for investing in my students and helping create lasting memories and meaningful learning experiences. We appreciate you more than words can say!","fullyFundedDate":1763571083928,"projectUrl":"project/lasting-learning-help-us-bring-a-classr/9905947/","projectTitle":"Lasting Learning: Help Us Bring a Classroom Laminator to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7660935_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1609720929481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7660935"},{"teacherId":7660935,"projectId":9566227,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation to our 2nd grade classroom! My students were thrilled when we received the take-home parent communication folders, Pencil Pals, new classroom scissors, and individual whiteboards. Each of these items has made an immediate and positive impact on our daily routines, and it is clear how much thought and care went into supporting young learners. Your kindness has truly helped our classroom run more smoothly and joyfully each day!\r\n\r\nThe parent communication folders have been a game changer for staying organized and keeping families informed. Important papers, homework, and notes are now safely stored and consistently make it home, which has strengthened communication between school and families. The Pencil Pals have been especially exciting for my students—they love having their own pencil right on their desk, and it has greatly reduced time spent searching for lost supplies. Students are able to stay focused and ready to learn without unnecessary interruptions.\r\n\r\nThe new classroom scissors and whiteboards are used constantly throughout the day and have made learning more hands-on and engaging. Students use the scissors during reading and writing activities to cut and sort words, sentences, and phonics patterns, building fine motor skills and independence. The individual whiteboards are a huge favorite and are used during phonics, math, and writing time for practicing spelling patterns, solving math problems, and brainstorming ideas. Even my more hesitant learners are eager to participate when they can show their thinking on a whiteboard! Thank you again for supporting my students and helping create an organized, engaging, and exciting learning environment. We are so grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1763474701277,"projectUrl":"project/basic-supplies-big-impact/9566227/","projectTitle":"Basic Supplies, Big Impact!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7660935_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1609720929481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7660935"},{"teacherId":7660935,"projectId":9566062,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of our new classroom color printer. Your kindness has already made a meaningful difference in our 2nd grade classroom, and my students were beyond excited when they saw what you had provided for them. Having access to a color printer has opened up new opportunities for learning and creativity that we simply did not have before, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nThis technology has been especially helpful in enhancing student learning. I am now able to print engaging, color-coded materials that help students better understand math strategies, reading skills, and writing organization. Visual learners benefit greatly from seeing charts, diagrams, and graphic organizers in color, which makes lessons clearer and more accessible. The printer has also allowed me to provide differentiated materials more efficiently, ensuring all students receive the support they need to succeed. We are also able to print achievement certificates in color which gets my students so excited to take them home and show them to their families. Parents also appreciate receiving academic reports in color, which are much easier to read than a black and white version. \r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is seeing their own work printed in color. Writing assignments, illustrations, and projects feel more special and motivating when they are brought to life with bright visuals. Several students who previously struggled with confidence have taken extra pride in their work, eagerly sharing their printed pages with classmates. This printer has not only supported academic growth but has also boosted student engagement and enthusiasm for learning. Thank you again for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a more inspiring place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1763474786270,"projectUrl":"project/print-it-bright-and-print-it-right/9566062/","projectTitle":"Print It Bright and Print It Right","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7660935_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1609720929481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7660935"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_42811","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":589,"numTeachers":25,"percentFrplEligible":53,"percentAsian":11,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":27,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":50,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"23.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.5,"schoolId":42811,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Stockdale Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Stockdale Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/panama-buena-vista-union-school-district/stockdale-elementary-school/42811"}