{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Stockdale Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"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":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"},{"teacherId":581261,"projectId":9667178,"letterContent":"Dear Gary Ornelas, Ripple, and Amazon Retail,\r\n\r\nThank you so much Gary Ornelas, Ripple, and Amazon Retail for funding the five-gallon aquarium and raffle tickets for my first-grade classroom. The aquarium has already become a favorite part of our day, and my students have absolutely loved watching our betta fish, Dalmatian. He is blue and white speckled, which is how he earned his name, and observing him has sparked so much curiosity, excitement, and daily conversation among my students. The raffle tickets have also been a wonderful addition and are used for our weekly prize drawings, bringing extra motivation and joy to the classroom.\r\n\r\nWe are especially excited about the future learning opportunities this aquarium will provide. When we return from winter break, I plan to introduce baby angelfish for students to observe, and later in the year, we will watch koi eggs hatch right in the tank. These experiences will give my students a rare opportunity to observe life cycles and science concepts up close in a meaningful, hands-on way. We also received fabric flowers, which we will use during our plant unit later this year to further enhance our science learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support. Your contribution is creating engaging, memorable learning experiences for my students, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1758636582135,"projectUrl":"project/full-steam-ahead-lets-learn-about-fish/9667178/","projectTitle":"Full Steam Ahead: Let's learn About Fish, Plants, and Art!","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":9646554,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our PE equipment project for my first grade classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to engaging equipment that encourages movement, teamwork, and joyful learning. A special thank you goes to Gary Ornelas and the Campbell Foundation for providing matching funds—your support helped make this project possible, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, we have received a giant Connect Four game, platform stilts that the students absolutely love (they ask to go outside every day just to use them!), a rolling ball cart to neatly store our new equipment, 60 poly spots, and colorful cones to help organize games and build exciting obstacle courses. We also received Chinese jump ropes, which have quickly become a favorite. Students are having so much fun learning how to use them, and they love that the activity requires teamwork and cooperation among three classmates at a time.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful impact on my students by promoting physical activity, collaboration, and enthusiasm for movement. Thank you again for investing in our classroom and our children. We wish you a happy holiday season and a healthy, prosperous New Year!","fullyFundedDate":1763474775834,"projectUrl":"project/team-sports-pe-equipment-needed/9646554/","projectTitle":"Team Sports: PE Equipment Needed","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":9465242,"letterContent":"Thank you so much Campbell Foundation for being the single donor who made our reading rewards project possible. Because of your generosity, my first graders are enjoying meaningful incentives such as friendship bracelets and necklaces, backpack pins, novelty pens, Halloween bouncy balls, finger skateboards, and tooth saver necklaces. These rewards are given to students whose names are pulled after they pass Accelerated Reader quizzes, making reading success exciting and celebrated in our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour support also helps motivate students across multiple learning areas. When students pass a level on Lexia Core 5, our online reading program, they are recognized for their achievement, and when they pass a level on DreamBox in math, they earn a certificate and may receive a small prize. In addition, at the end of each quarter, students who meet their reading goal earn one prize—and those who exceed their goals earn even more. This structure encourages students to challenge themselves and take pride in their progress.\r\n\r\nThese rewards have made a powerful difference in motivating my first graders to read, persevere, and build confidence in their abilities. Thank you, Campbell Foundation, for investing in our students and helping create a classroom culture where effort and growth are truly celebrated. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and support.","fullyFundedDate":1763474717031,"projectUrl":"project/reading-rewards-for-1st-grade/9465242/","projectTitle":"Reading Rewards For 1st Grade","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":9610251,"projectId":9515121,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has truly become a learning space that feels welcoming, safe, and supportive for every student. The new carpet is used daily—students choose flexible seating during independent work, gather in cozy spaces for small-group lessons, and take pride in helping care for our classroom environment. One especially meaningful moment was seeing students naturally encourage one another to use the space respectfully and comfortably, showing a sense of ownership and belonging.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new carpet, their excitement was immediate. They noticed how the classroom felt calmer, more inviting, and more \"like home.\" Several students shared that they felt more comfortable focusing and participating, especially during reading and reflection time. The carpet has helped students feel emotionally safe, which has made a noticeable difference in their engagement, behavior, and willingness to take academic risks.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, this learning space will continue to support our academic and social-emotional goals.","fullyFundedDate":1763474778542,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-learning-space-that-feels-lik/9515121/","projectTitle":"Creating a Learning Space That Feels Like Home","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":9591946,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, the new motivational prizes have become a meaningful part of our classroom culture. We use these resources to celebrate effort, positive behavior, and academic growth—whether a student shows perseverance during a challenging lesson, improves their reading stamina, or demonstrates kindness toward a classmate. One especially memorable moment was seeing students cheer for one another when prizes were earned, reinforcing that hard work and growth are worth celebrating.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and contagious. They were eager to learn how they could earn rewards and proud to work toward goals. The prizes have helped motivate students who sometimes struggle with confidence, encouraging them to take academic risks and stay engaged. Even small incentives have made a big difference in helping students feel recognized and valued for their efforts.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to support our classroom goals as students work toward mastering new skills and building positive learning habits.","fullyFundedDate":1763474737971,"projectUrl":"project/motivation-matters-prizes-that-inspire/9591946/","projectTitle":"Motivation Matters: Prizes that Inspire","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"}],"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":69.4,"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"}