{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ronald Reagan Fundamental School","outOfStateSupporters":31.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8658635,"projectId":9127564,"letterContent":"We are using the new resources every day during our small-group and center rotations, and they have become an essential part of our classroom routine. The donated manipulatives are intentionally embedded into academic centers to support hands-on learning in reading, math, and fine-motor activities. One specific moment that stands out was during a math center focused on counting and number matching. Students used the manipulatives to physically build quantities, match numbers to sets, and explore concepts in a concrete way. For several students who struggle with abstract learning, this hands-on experience led to visible \"aha\" moments as they demonstrated understanding by touching, moving, and organizing the materials rather than only responding verbally or on paper. These manipulatives have also supported collaboration, as students work together, take turns, and communicate their thinking during center time.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reactions were filled with excitement and curiosity. Many immediately wanted to explore how the manipulatives worked and eagerly asked when they could use them. The bright colors, varied textures, and interactive nature of the resources captured their attention right away. More importantly, students quickly understood that these materials were not just \"toys,\" but tools to help them learn. Their enthusiasm carried over into lessons, and participation increased as students felt more confident engaging with the content. Seeing their excitement reaffirmed how impactful high-quality, student-centered materials can be.","fullyFundedDate":1750611102161,"projectUrl":"project/centers-for-learning/9127564/","projectTitle":"Centers for Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arcega","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8658635_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661746511711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8658635"},{"teacherId":8658635,"projectId":9301174,"letterContent":"The donations we received have had a truly meaningful and positive impact on our students and our classroom environment. Thanks to this generous support, students now have comfortable seating options beyond traditional classroom chairs, which has made a noticeable difference in their daily learning experience. Flexible seating allows students to choose a place that best meets their individual needs, whether that means sitting on a soft cushion, a supportive floor seat, or another alternative that helps them feel secure and focused. For many students, especially those who benefit from movement, sensory input, or additional comfort, having options empowers them to self-regulate and take ownership of their learning. This sense of choice promotes engagement, reduces restlessness, and helps students remain attentive during lessons and activities.\r\nIn addition, the donations helped create and improve our calming corner, which has become an essential space in the classroom. The calming corner provides students with a safe, welcoming area to take short breaks to manage emotions, reduce stress, and reset before returning to learning. With the donated items, this space now feels inviting and purposeful rather than temporary or limited. Students can use this area appropriately to practice self-regulation strategies, calm their bodies, and process their feelings in a positive way. As a result, students are better equipped to handle challenges, transitions, and moments of frustration throughout the school day.\r\nThe availability of alternative seating and a designated calming space has also contributed to a more inclusive classroom environment. Students with different learning styles, sensory needs, and attention levels are better supported, allowing them to participate more fully alongside their peers. When students feel physically comfortable and emotionally supported, they are more confident, more willing to take academic risks, and more open to collaboration. The classroom atmosphere has become calmer, more respectful, and more focused, benefiting not only individual students but the entire class as a whole.\r\nOverall, these donations have gone far beyond providing physical items; they have helped create a classroom that prioritizes student well-being, emotional growth, and accessibility. By offering students a place to sit comfortably, a calming corner for regulation, and structured opportunities for breaks, the donated resources have directly supported students' ability to learn, grow, and succeed. We are deeply grateful for this generosity, as it has made a lasting and meaningful difference in our students' daily lives.","fullyFundedDate":1746610604039,"projectUrl":"project/brightening-our-classroom/9301174/","projectTitle":"Brightening Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arcega","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8658635_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661746511711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8658635"},{"teacherId":8658635,"projectId":9041755,"letterContent":"I want to thank the donors who made this project come to life. It has been a great addition to our classroom. My students are able to experience another way to be active and productive during the school day. They are able to request breaks, or if they are just in need of wanting to be moving around or jumping as a break, they are more than free. My students were also able to learning the ability of taking turns when using this equipment. It has been amazing, and it has had a significant impact on them. They are excited to come into the classroom with new equipment.","fullyFundedDate":1739373532259,"projectUrl":"project/we-like-to-move-it-move-it/9041755/","projectTitle":"We Like to Move It, Move It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arcega","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8658635_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661746511711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8658635"},{"teacherId":9900620,"projectId":9133343,"letterContent":"Once again, on behalf of my students and I, thank you so much for the support in our project. Our classroom project, \"Enhancing Learning with Headphones\" has significantly supported my students' learning by providing them with a focused personalized auditory experience. I have seen so much engagement with instructional content and has reduce classroom distractions. As a result, my students have demonstrated improvement in their reading and math! Their participation during lessons have increased. \r\n\r\nThe use of headphones has provided an easier way for my students to communicate in their interactive online reading. Being able to read aloud and listening to their voice has helped my students who have been struggling for awhile. It has also helped various students work at their own pace, without having to hear other technology being used in full volume when they had no headphones. My students enjoy talking on their little microphone! They were so excited and happy when they received the news that we got our project donated! \r\n\r\nAgain, my students and I appreciate your generosity. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1742568578201,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-learning-with-headphones/9133343/","projectTitle":"Enhancing learning with headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sesma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9900620_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741138779838","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9900620"},{"teacherId":2597041,"projectId":9091146,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of you, 100 students in grades K through 6 now have access to quality headphones to use with our adaptive reading program on their iPads.\r\n\r\nOur reading program adjusts to each student's skill level, allowing them to work at their own pace, build confidence, and strengthen literacy skills in a way that's personalized to their needs. The headphones you provided have been a game changer, allowing students to focus, hear instructions clearly, and engage fully in their learning without the distraction of outside noise.\r\n\r\nThe excitement among students was immediate. For many of them, having their own pair of working headphones made the experience feel special and more immersive. They love being able to hear the stories, instructions, and feedback clearly, and it has helped make reading time one of their favorite parts of the day.\r\n\r\nWe've seen particularly strong engagement from our younger students and emerging readers, who benefit most from the audio features of the program. Some students who were previously hesitant or distracted during reading time are now fully engaged and making noticeable progress in their skills. \r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our students and helping create an environment where every learner can succeed. Your impact will be felt across multiple grade levels and classrooms this year and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1739373548223,"projectUrl":"project/can-you-hear-me/9091146/","projectTitle":"Can You Hear Me?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Seale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2597041_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y208&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738782916701","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/allysonseale"},{"teacherId":8600329,"projectId":7134545,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of STEM materials to our school. Your support has brought energy and excitement into our classroom and has given our students the opportunity to engage with hands-on, real-world learning.\r\n\r\nThe materials you provided have helped us spark curiosity, promote teamwork, and deepen understanding of science, technology, engineering, and math concepts. For many of our students, this was their first time working with such engaging tools—and the joy and enthusiasm they've shown have been incredible to witness.\r\n\r\nYour contribution goes far beyond supplies; it represents a meaningful investment in our students' growth and potential. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in the power of education.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a lasting impact on our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1680128181485,"projectUrl":"project/stem-manipulatives/7134545/","projectTitle":"STEM Manipulatives!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8600329_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747331380617","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missednaparra"},{"teacherId":4702737,"projectId":9040500,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom by funding new headphones with microphones! The students were thrilled when they saw the new gear—many of them couldn't believe they had their own working headphones to use during reading time. These tools have made a huge difference in how we use AMIRA, our AI-powered reading tutor. With the microphones, students are now able to read aloud clearly and receive real-time feedback without distractions or background noise, helping them grow as confident, independent readers.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stood out was during our first full class AMIRA session with the new headphones. A student who often felt self-conscious reading aloud lit up when he received a \"Great Reading!\" message from the program. These small but powerful moments are happening daily, and they're helping students take ownership of their reading progress. Moving forward, we'll continue using AMIRA for fluency practice, progress monitoring, and personalized reading support—all made possible thanks to your generosity. Your donation has directly empowered my students to grow in both skill and confidence. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1737558625321,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-little-readers-amira-in/9040500/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Little Readers: AMIRA in Action!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pescina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4702737_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507421340700","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/e-pescina"},{"teacherId":4702737,"projectId":9046346,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our classroom project! The arrival of our new classroom rug was met with pure excitement—students lit up with joy as they entered and saw the new rug neatly laid out. Immediately, they began exploring their new space, choosing \"their spot\" for morning meetings and group learning. It was a heartwarming moment that truly showed how something so simple can bring a sense of comfort, pride, and community to young learners.\r\n\r\nWe're using the rug as our central gathering place for daily instruction, collaborative learning, and story time. It has helped anchor our routines and create a focused, inviting and organized space for lessons. Looking ahead, students will continue using the rug for peer-led discussions and literacy circles as we explore new units. Your donation helped create more than just a physical space—it fostered a sense of belonging that has truly enriched our classroom experience.","fullyFundedDate":1741099882949,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-and-calm-rug-for-kinder-learning/9046346/","projectTitle":"\"A Cozy and Calm Rug for Kinder Learning!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pescina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4702737_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507421340700","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/e-pescina"},{"teacherId":8658635,"projectId":8771835,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the color printer! It has truly made a difference in our classroom by bringing color and vibrancy to our learning environment. We've been using it to create individualized schedules, print engaging visuals, and decorate our space in ways that support and motivate our students. The colorful materials have had a noticeable positive impact on student learning, helping them stay organized, focused, and excited about school. We are incredibly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1733289020220,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-learning/8771835/","projectTitle":"Colorful Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arcega","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8658635_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661746511711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8658635"},{"teacherId":6410341,"projectId":9124999,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for the tremendous impact that you have been able to make for my students to be able to improve their reading skills. By having access to headsets, they are able to hear themselves read therefore being able to listen in real time to their mistakes and be able to correct them. Their fluency and accuracy has improved in large margins which in turn has greatly affected their comprehension skills for the better. Having headsets available for my students to listen to their reading helps them focus on the task at hand allowing me to be able to support others in a small group setting.","fullyFundedDate":1740329423400,"projectUrl":"project/let-our-voices-be-heard/9124999/","projectTitle":"Let Our Voices Be Heard","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6410341"},{"teacherId":8647852,"projectId":9074610,"letterContent":"\nThe items that I requested are items that were very much in need. Headphones are a big one because many of my students do not come prepared to school with them when they are a necessary piece listed on the \"must have\" items. The school has some to lend out but quantities are limited. I am not able to provide the best quality headphones because there are so many students. They also appreciate the ear muffs because they are able to close out the noise from the class and focus better. I had only two pairs of my own that I was able to give out. \nI am the one who am happy to use the hanging buckets because it keeps their item organized and the room less cluttered. There is one for every group. There is nothing better than having organization so the chart helps to provide a visual which I do not have to complete throughout the day. Thank you again for your kind donation!","fullyFundedDate":1739373537691,"projectUrl":"project/active-listeners-make-for-better-results/9074610/","projectTitle":"Active Listeners Make for Better Results","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8647852_orig.jpg?crop=954,954,x0,y63&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693854102258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8647852"},{"teacherId":8647852,"projectId":7419135,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating your time and money to help us teachers in need. I am a somewhat new teacher who is starting out, so I did not know a lot about the materials that were needed to help make my class run smoothly. We used the timers in class because I have 7 to 8 groups and we take turns answering questions in a timely fashion, so the students are able to maintain their thinking time. The markers also came in handy because when I write on the board the color coated markers it helps my students visually see the difference between information. \r\nI was not able to have the pencils and latch boxes delivered because they were out of stock. Either way, I am so grateful for everyone's help. I know in our world nothing is free and that I am not owed a thing, so thank you for your dedication to help the future leaders of our world.","fullyFundedDate":1694441444241,"projectUrl":"project/organization-keeps-everything-else-in-or/7419135/","projectTitle":"Organization Keeps Everything Else in Order!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8647852_orig.jpg?crop=954,954,x0,y63&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693854102258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8647852"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50379","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":486,"numTeachers":24,"percentFrplEligible":79,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":11,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":85,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"20.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":68.5,"schoolId":50379,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ronald Reagan Fundamental School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ronald Reagan Fundamental School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/arizona/crane-elementary-school-district/ronald-reagan-fundamental-school/50379"}