{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mesquite Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9581526,"projectId":10057407,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom library has become a place where every student can find both a mirror and a window through reading. These diverse books have already made a meaningful impact on my students, helping them see their own experiences reflected in stories while also learning about cultures, identities, and perspectives different from their own.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an active, engaging experience. Students gather for read-alouds, participate in thoughtful discussions, and spend independent reading time exploring books that capture their interests. These new texts have introduced important literacy skills such as making connections, analyzing characters, identifying themes, comparing perspectives, and thinking critically about the world around them. Beyond academic growth, the books have opened the door to meaningful conversations about empathy, fairness, identity, and respect.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding outcomes has been watching students eagerly seek out books that reflect their own backgrounds and experiences. Several students who were previously hesitant readers have become excited to share passages with classmates, recommend books to friends, and discuss how they relate to the characters. Others have been fascinated by learning about traditions, communities, and life experiences that are different from their own. These moments have strengthened both their reading confidence and their understanding of others.\r\n\r\nOur classroom truly is a garden of voices, and these books are helping every student grow. The stories on our shelves are not only strengthening literacy skills but also nurturing curiosity, compassion, and a sense of belonging. Thanks to your support, our students are becoming stronger readers, deeper thinkers, and more empathetic global citizens. Thank you for helping create a classroom community where every child feels seen, valued, and inspired to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1769390344405,"projectUrl":"project/windows-mirrors-sliding-doors-divers/10057407/","projectTitle":"Windows, Mirrors & Sliding Doors: Diverse Books for Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ashby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9581526_orig.jpg?crop=1290,1290,x0,y795&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719886470781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9581526"},{"teacherId":9085465,"projectId":9978607,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity! Prior to receiving your donation, we did not have enough novels to give each student in the classroom a hard copy that they could follow along with, use to reference throughout the lesson, or to annotate independently. However, now that we have these class sets, we can do all of the above! In addition, this school year's students expressed that they felt Novel Studies would be an activity that all students would enjoy while reading through their novels. As such, I will be including these in my classroom plans for the upcoming school year! \r\n\r\nPrior to receiving the donated books, our class mostly worked through the readers that are included in our curriculum. This was helpful, however, not as hands-on as we would have liked. Fortunately, after receiving the donated books, we now have the ability to engage in the books, take deep-dives into the meanings of specific chapters, and build strengthened connections throughout! We are incredibly grateful to have these new additions in our classroom! \r\n\r\nAdditionally, as a Title I school, it can be especially hard to get our hands on novels, but even more so on class sets! You have opened up some amazing doors for these students!","fullyFundedDate":1769177937482,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-new-worlds-through-reading/9978607/","projectTitle":"Exploring New Worlds Through Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9085465_orig.jpg?crop=475,475,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687890143189","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9085465"},{"teacherId":10169338,"projectId":10009690,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to all the donors for your generous donations! With all your help I have been able to provide my students with fidgets and other sensory needs to help them to be more engaged and ready to learn! My students loved the new sensory items and are now able to have the tools they need to succeed. They love having a choice of what to pick from and that's all thanks to you all! With these fidgets I have seen a change in engagement and process in both my class and they classes they push into! I truly cannot thank you enough for your donations and helping me help my students succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1769177930882,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-need/10009690/","projectTitle":"Sensory Need","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10169338"},{"teacherId":544235,"projectId":9872456,"letterContent":"My students were ecstatic when I opened the boxes of whiteboards and markers! They were excited to lay hands on these new materials as our old ones were in very deteriorated conditions. They were eager to learn and use them to show me their learning. They have used the white boards during math lessons-the often draw their problem out or solve equations. During small group time, they bring their whiteboards to record their answers to comprehension questions. During morning meetings they often respond to a prompt and then partner share what they wrote. These new materials have definitely made the learning more engaging and fun! Thank you","fullyFundedDate":1769177934491,"projectUrl":"project/use-a-whiteboard-and-save-a-tree/9872456/","projectTitle":"Use a Whiteboard and Save a Tree!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp544235_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1513352508057","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/544235"},{"teacherId":10169338,"projectId":9772748,"letterContent":"The donation for flexible seating has allowed my students to have an option for seating. I am able to support their needs by providing flexible seating that helps with their sensory needs. I would not have been able to provide this options for my students without the support of the you, the donors. Giving my students these flexible seating options has helped with engagement during whole group and independent work. My students have been able to focus more which has helped with their progress in academics. Thank you again for all the support!","fullyFundedDate":1769192029099,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/9772748/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10169338"},{"teacherId":10289139,"projectId":9765192,"letterContent":"My Students are using the materials during centers, for learning and fun in the Library. The moment for my classes where one of my students made sentences with a pictures in the beginning, and end which was Awesome! \r\n \r\n They were so shock and happy some of my Students couldn't believe it. Because the Materials is in such good quality . My next project is to let my students stand in front of the class and read more aloud to everyone. I so Appreciate this Program . Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1762267696727,"projectUrl":"project/the-library-has-more-than-just-books/9765192/","projectTitle":"The Library Has More Than Just Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10289139"},{"teacherId":10050746,"projectId":9532700,"letterContent":"I wanted to share how your generosity has already made a real impact on our students. Thanks to your support, our PBIS experience has become something students genuinely look forward to — and it's changing the way they approach their behavior.\r\n\r\nInstead of earning beads individually, students earn the opportunity to come spend time with me, their school counselor, and make a bracelet together. It's a short, special hangout where we talk about all the positive choices they made to reach this level, and they get to create something that represents their hard work.\r\n\r\nAnd oh my goodness — they love it. They go back to class showing off their bracelets like trophies, and teachers have told me it's become a huge motivator. On the days we do bracelets, the students wear their bracelets all day to show their success. It's become this joyful, confidence-boosting moment that truly celebrates their growth.\r\n\r\nYour donation made this possible. You've helped build something meaningful, motivating, and positive for our campus — and my students feel it every day.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in them and helping us celebrate their success in such a special way.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nCass","fullyFundedDate":1756134063191,"projectUrl":"project/brilliant-behaviors-beaded-rewards/9532700/","projectTitle":"Brilliant Behaviors, Beaded Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10050746_orig.jpg?crop=1142,1142,x981,y1075&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1779390081657","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10050746"},{"teacherId":8368187,"projectId":9320827,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom art project on DonorsChoose! Because of your kindness, my students now have access to quality art supplies that will inspire their creativity and allow them to express themselves in meaningful ways. Your donation has made it possible for them to explore new techniques, build confidence in their artistic abilities, and find joy in creating.\r\n\r\nThese materials have already brought so much excitement and energy into our classroom. It's amazing to see how a few simple tools can unlock such imagination and enthusiasm in young minds. We are truly grateful for your contribution—you've made a lasting impact, and we won't forget it. 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