{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Acero Charter School - Rufino Tamayo Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2961154,"projectId":9783054,"letterContent":"Thank you for generously providing paper towels, fidgets, fruit snacks, glue sticks, and many other essentials that have made an immediate difference in our classroom. Students are using the supplies daily—fidgets help them stay focused during independent and small-group work, and the glue sticks have been especially valuable for creating interactive learning journals. The Their excitement when the materials arrived was unforgettable; they felt truly supported by people who care about their learning.\r\n\r\nThese resources continue to enhance our current projects while working collaboratively and practicing skills that build independence and counting skills. Your kindness has created a grateful and more engaging learning environment, and I am deeply appreciative for the positive impact you've made on my students' day-to-day experience.","fullyFundedDate":1760123140972,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-their-future-with-supplies/9783054/","projectTitle":"Fuel Their Future with Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2961154"},{"teacherId":10009490,"projectId":9625048,"letterContent":"When the new school supplies arrived, my students' excitement was immediate! They were thrilled to see the colorful folders, markers, and Sharpies, and couldn't wait to start using them. We organized the folders right away so each student could have a dedicated space for their Spanish and artwork. The new four-drawer bin has helped keep our classroom neat and efficient—students now know exactly where to find and return their materials, which has saved us valuable learning time.\r\n\r\nOne of the first projects we completed using the new materials was a bilingual art and writing activity where students created colorful self-portraits and labeled them in Spanish. The markers and Sharpies were perfect for adding bright details and labels, and the students took great pride in their work. Having these supplies allowed everyone to participate fully, regardless of whether they could bring materials from home.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your generosity goes far beyond the supplies themselves. These resources have helped my students stay organized, take ownership of their learning, and express their creativity with confidence. We're now preparing for our next cultural art unit, and the materials you provided will continue to support their growth and success. Thank you for helping us build a classroom where every student feels prepared, inspired, and valued.","fullyFundedDate":1759161605340,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success/9625048/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10009490_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y687&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755784197296","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10009490"},{"teacherId":8946401,"projectId":9293392,"letterContent":"Thank you with all my heart for donating to my project and supporting my idea for my students! We are a small school, and any extra space is always welcome! This project, however, was so hard to complete, and I have tried since last year once it got funded. I ordered dividers two or three times, and each time I received a notification that my order was declined. Then summer break came, and I couldn't order. This school year, right at the start in August, I ordered a divider that was finally delivered to us, but it was not what we needed, so I had to return it. Getting a divider proved to be a very difficult task, so I ended up getting an old one from a teacher, and did the next best thing I could for my students- I got the supplies we use each day. Now, thanks to you and your generosity, my students have new folders, notebooks, and markers to write. I ordered a laminator too, which will help my students refer to the classroom posters. \r\nOnce again, thank you for your generous donations and for helping me better support my students!","fullyFundedDate":1746468979416,"projectUrl":"project/extra-space-and-some-privacy/9293392/","projectTitle":"Extra Space and Some Privacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Daniela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8946401_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714875530654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-daniela"},{"teacherId":8946401,"projectId":9248987,"letterContent":"Supported by my principal and a team of teachers, I created the school library from scratch. I obrained more than $15, 000 in grants and donations, and, inspired by a student who said she didn't read because she didn't have any books at home, I set out to make this dream a reality. I wanted to make books accessible for our studens. I bought the sheleves, books, and learned about the library systems. We opened the library on February 22, 2022. Fast forward to 2025, our students have read over 6, 000 books! \r\n\r\nYou have made this dream possible! Without you and generous people like you, our students might have never experienced the joy of reading or fall in love with it! I cannot express how much your support means to me! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!","fullyFundedDate":1745427975132,"projectUrl":"project/replenish-the-school-library-created-by/9248987/","projectTitle":"Replenish the School Library Created by Teachers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Daniela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8946401_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714875530654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-daniela"},{"teacherId":8946401,"projectId":9291289,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project! \r\n\r\nOur students have been happily using these balls, jump ropes and other equipment you have helped me obtain for their recess. They don't have a playgound, or a soccer field, a track, like some other schools, but have their recess in the parking lot, so giving them some basic resources helps a lot. Our students appreciate it, they are happy to have a quality soccer ball or a volley ball to play with. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for givig the gif of recess joy to our students!","fullyFundedDate":1746787050888,"projectUrl":"project/parking-lot-recess-still-fun/9291289/","projectTitle":"Parking Lot Recess- Still Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Daniela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8946401_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714875530654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-daniela"},{"teacherId":8946401,"projectId":9282865,"letterContent":"Our students are very excited about Senor Wooly and we are so happy were were able to obtain this program for them! These are some of the words they use to descrtibe it: The best program ever! So much fun! Engaging! Exciting! Very interesting! One parent reported that her student even sang the sangs from the program the entire way home, they are so catchy! \r\n\r\nYour money is well spent and I cannot describe how much I appreciate your generosity! Thank you once again for supporting our school and our students!","fullyFundedDate":1748276772313,"projectUrl":"project/seor-wooly-for-my-students/9282865/","projectTitle":"Señor Wooly for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Daniela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8946401_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714875530654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-daniela"},{"teacherId":8957016,"projectId":9325284,"letterContent":"I am deeply thankful to you all who kindly supported my second-grade class. Their generosity enabled us to host an unforgettable Published Party. As the students entered the gymnasium, the red carpet left them speechless. \r\nThey were eager to share their published books with peers and parents, beaming with pride. For the second year, I've guided students in publishing their own books, believing that early accomplishments lay a strong foundation. By teaching children according to their developmental needs, I aim to instill lasting values.","fullyFundedDate":1746799713801,"projectUrl":"project/second-graders-first-book-launch/9325284/","projectTitle":"Second Graders First Book Launch","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8957016_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746754589380","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8957016"},{"teacherId":10009490,"projectId":9299809,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, my students were able to fully engage in a hands-on cultural exploration during our unit on Mexican folk art and Costa Rican wildlife. The donated art supplies made it possible for students to bring their Alebrije projects to life—vibrant, fantastical creatures inspired by traditional Mexican art. This was more than just an art activity; it became a way for students to express their creativity, practice their Spanish vocabulary, and deepen their understanding of Latin American traditions. One particularly special moment was when a student who typically shies away from speaking up in class proudly presented her Alebrije to the group, explaining its symbolism in Spanish. The pride and confidence on her face said everything.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, the students were incredibly excited. There were lots of \"oohs\" and \"wows\" as they opened the packages and saw the variety of materials. Their enthusiasm was contagious, and it created a buzz of anticipation for the project. These resources gave them the freedom to explore different artistic techniques and make their visions come to life in a way that wouldn't have been possible otherwise.\r\n\r\nNow that we've wrapped up our Alebrijes and explored Costa Rica's diverse ecosystems and animals, students are moving on to their next project—creating bilingual storybooks featuring the animals they researched. They'll be using their Spanish skills to write simple narratives, pairing them with illustrations. Because of your support, they now feel more connected to the cultures they're studying and more confident expressing themselves in a second language. Thank you again for making this kind of meaningful, creative learning possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746383094667,"projectUrl":"project/hasta-el-final-essential-supplies-for/9299809/","projectTitle":"¡Hasta el Final! 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Thank you for helping me put smiles on their faces!","fullyFundedDate":1737599825927,"projectUrl":"project/star-students-snacks/9021972/","projectTitle":"Star Students Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Daniela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8946401_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714875530654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-daniela"},{"teacherId":2961154,"projectId":8769178,"letterContent":"My students and I want to simply thank you for your kind gesture. Providing headphones to our students has significantly transformed their learning experience by allowing them to focus better, access educational content individually, and participate more actively in online learning, particularly during crucial assessments like standardized tests. Here's how the technology has impacted them specifically. \r\n\r\nWith do many students using technology at the same time, having their own noise cancelling headphones provides a more intimate learning environment for all students. This causes the students to be very excited to work and not disturb their peers learning. Many of these students experience learning challenges but having a sense of solitude while learning helps make their learning more personal. Thanks for elevating our learning.","fullyFundedDate":1727392013820,"projectUrl":"project/the-sound-of-silence-headphones-for-foc/8769178/","projectTitle":"The Sound of Silence. Headphones for Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2961154"},{"teacherId":8946401,"projectId":8697364,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project! The table and chairs we got are making a great impact in our school!\r\n\r\nThe table and chairs have a multi-purpose. Since our school is small, every nook and cranny is used up for small groups and individual work with students. Teachers meet with students, who are excited to have a new spot to meet with the teacher. \r\n\r\nThe table is also used for teacher lunch. We never had a teachers' lounge where teachers can have lunch together and chat about their students or their day. 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