{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Paseo Pointe Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":31.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1475784,"projectId":9799905,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of positive behavior incentives! Our school store, RAMazon, was buzzing this morning as scholars in grades kindergarten through fourth were welcomed to redeem their earned points. When they saw the new merchandise to choose, you could feel their excitement. They were so grateful to have the opportunity to earn lotion, water bottles, pencils, and even Pokémon cards (which were flying at a price of 100 points per card!)\r\nIt is so joyous to witness the young learners excited to be celebrated for being responsible, having integrity, promoting safety, and participating with engagement.\r\nThe world is a better place because people like you exist!","fullyFundedDate":1760711585326,"projectUrl":"project/fix-it-fill-it-fidget/9799905/","projectTitle":"Fix It, Fill It, Fidget!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kunes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1475784_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753135790561","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-kunes"},{"teacherId":2702115,"projectId":9179884,"letterContent":"My students are thriving using this disc golf equipment. They have talked about seeing this sport at local parks but not knowing how to play! \r\n\r\nWe used the equipment to set up a 9 hole disc golf course. It took them a little bit of time to under stand the different disc and when to use them, however, now they want to play for more days and they have asked me to set up an 18 hole course. They are also more interested in golf now too. This equipment t has really given our students the opportunity work as a groups and teach each other. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for not only helping build their disc skills but also their independence, team work and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1752069642801,"projectUrl":"project/lets-disc-it-on/9179884/","projectTitle":"Let's Disc it On!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2702115_orig.jpg?crop=2491,2491,x79,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742666648752","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tina-cole"},{"teacherId":1475784,"projectId":9754697,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity, kindness, and support of the project, \"RAMazon Redemption.\" When the scholars arrived to redeem their merchandise for their outstanding behaviors, they were so excited to see the new items in our positive behavior incentive store. Many scholars were motivated to return with more points; which trickles throughout our learning agency, leaving wonderful waves of responsibility, integrity, safety, and engagement.\r\nYou helped improve conditions on our campus and I am very grateful. May the kindness that you have shown to others be returned to you a million times over.","fullyFundedDate":1758824298000,"projectUrl":"project/ramazon-redemption/9754697/","projectTitle":"RAMazon Redemption","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kunes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1475784_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753135790561","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-kunes"},{"teacherId":1475784,"projectId":9704611,"letterContent":"Do you remember your favorite picture book? How about the feeling you may have experienced while being read to by a caring adult or an older sibling or perhaps a teacher or librarian? Where was your favorite place to read or to be read to? Thank you for donating to, \"La Hora del Cuento - Story Time.\" Your generosity has provided amazing bilingual books so that all of the students in the library can build positive memories involving reading and books.\r\nEach day I have the opportunity to read aloud to children. Thank you for the books that we share. You have made our library great!","fullyFundedDate":1757949556061,"projectUrl":"project/la-hora-del-cuento-story-time/9704611/","projectTitle":"La Hora del Cuento - Story Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kunes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1475784_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753135790561","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-kunes"},{"teacherId":1475784,"projectId":9641875,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for donating to the project, \"Get Hooked on Hand-Made.\" This project was truly inspired by the students' interests, hobbies, curiosities, and passions. \r\nThe mandalas have provided a pathway for students to practice mindfulness by slowing down and breathing while they color the geometric designs and create peaceful patters. They are also taking agency in the library space by self-selecting a window to cling the mandala to in order to share the mandala with others.\r\nThe yarn and crochet hooks in the students' hands have become flowers, hearts, and even a cardigan of hearts. Thank you for your kindness. May peace be with you.","fullyFundedDate":1756758585477,"projectUrl":"project/get-hooked-on-hand-made/9641875/","projectTitle":"Get Hooked on Hand-Made","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kunes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1475784_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753135790561","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-kunes"},{"teacherId":1475784,"projectId":9624710,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting the project, \"Books, Bells, and Buzzers!\" Your donations have helped our library significantly.\r\nFirst, the digital doorbells provide security and access to our space. Our school district recently adopted new safety protocol which includes leaving doors locked at all times. I am grateful to have a large space to work in. Having digital doorbells allows students an opportunity to request entrance easily and quickly.\r\nNext, the books are beautiful and bilingual with copies arriving in both English and Spanish. The large bilingual board books provide materials for me to use as the librarian during story read aloud time.\r\nFinally, the call bell can catch my attention when a student is ready to check out books and I am in the stacks.","fullyFundedDate":1755705335475,"projectUrl":"project/books-bells-and-buzzers/9624710/","projectTitle":"Books, Bells, and Buzzers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kunes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1475784_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753135790561","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-kunes"},{"teacherId":1475784,"projectId":9574798,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to the project, \"Ocarinas and a Ukulele.\" When the packages arrived, it felt like such a joyous day. \r\nThe first thing we did was learn the, \"Happy Birthday,\" song on the ocarinas. Next, we autotuned the ukulele and learned some notes. The library was alive with musical vibrations which calmed and invigorated us all as a collective group. We laughed together. I sang. We all smiled and connected. \r\nThank you for adding a touch of togetherness to our class. It is a pleasure to play our instruments every Wednesday. May you hear the music of the universe and may it inspire and calm you.","fullyFundedDate":1755702345345,"projectUrl":"project/ocarinas-and-a-ukelele/9574798/","projectTitle":"Ocarinas and a Ukelele","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kunes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1475784_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753135790561","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-kunes"},{"teacherId":4715861,"projectId":9034252,"letterContent":"Thank you! You have been instrumental in bringing my flexible seating project to life. Through their platform, I was able to connect with generous donors who shared my vision of creating a more adaptable and student-centered learning environment. The funding provided allowed me to purchase a variety of flexible seating options, such as standing desks, wobble stools, and bean bags, which allow students to choose seating that works best for their learning style. This has led to greater engagement and comfort in the classroom, as students now have the freedom to choose where and how they work, which has improved their focus and productivity.\r\n\r\nThanks to DonorsChoose, my classroom has transformed into a dynamic space where students can thrive. The ability to offer flexible seating has not only enhanced their physical comfort but also fostered a sense of ownership and responsibility over their learning environment. By being able to move around and choose seating based on their preferences, students are more motivated to participate and collaborate with their peers. The impact of this project has been overwhelmingly positive, and I am incredibly grateful to DonorsChoose and the donors who made this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1736652984133,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-comforts-creating-a-cozy-lear/9034252/","projectTitle":"Classroom Comforts: Creating a Cozy Learning Space","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mendez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4715861_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503635066942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestramendez14"},{"teacherId":9570047,"projectId":8456900,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing new books for our bilingual classroom library! Your contribution has enriched my students' learning experience and opened up so many opportunities for growth and literature exploration. \r\n\r\nWith these new texts, I have been able to introduce critical reading skills such as identifying themes, making inferences, and comparing cultural perspectives across texts. In a dual-language setting, these books also help my students practice fluency, build vocabulary, and engage deeply with both Spanish and English literature.\r\n\r\nReading in my classroom is a dynamic and collaborative process. Students have leveled literature partners who challenge them to continue enhancing their literature skills but also provide perspective when readings. Typically, students explore and read the literature with their level partners while I have a small group of students where we work on specific skills such as building vocabulary or proper pronunciation of words. After reading, students discuss ideas to then be shared out loud in group discussions. Through diverse literature, students are able to immerse themselves into the literature, make personal connections to stories, and analyze characters as well as diverse storylines. The new additions to our bilingual classroom library have sparked love for reading and allowed students to make heartfelt connections. \r\n\r\nYour support has transformed our classroom into a space where students not only grow academically but also find joy and representation in literature. Thank you for being part of my students journey, you have made a lasting impact!","fullyFundedDate":1727472995637,"projectUrl":"project/bilingual-5th-graders-need-a-bilingual-l/8456900/","projectTitle":"Bilingual 5th Graders Need a Bilingual Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Srta. Perea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9570047_orig.jpg?crop=1987,1987,x1033,y1150&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719982141208","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9570047"},{"teacherId":3866244,"projectId":8448060,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding the \"What Matters Most? The Journey, or the Destination?\" unit. This unit was truly rich in learning, both with respect to analyzing a piece of literature, but especially in the application of literature to our own lives. Many of my students had never experienced a unit like this before, and I could see a real spark in them that has been missing in many of our other units. \r\n\r\nThis unit focused less on skills needed to decode literature--this group of students has already shown prowess in these skills. It was time to show them how and why understanding those skills is so necessary--in the words of Neil Gaiman, that \"Fiction gives us empathy....fiction is the lie that tells us the truth, over and over.\" Rather than simply answering comprehension questions, students were given big understanding questions to prepare for throughout the week, which culminated in a Socratic Seminar that often began with these guiding questions, but ended with students reflecting upon their own lives, their choices, and how they can shape their own Personal Legends. \r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I found this unit to be inspirational as I watched students who seem disinterested and disengaged from our previous lessons evolve into scholars sharing their ideas and being passionate in their discourse, not only about this piece of literature, but about their own lives.","fullyFundedDate":1728312572078,"projectUrl":"project/which-matters-most-the-journey-or-the/8448060/","projectTitle":"Which Matters Most--the Journey, or the Destination?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McDonough","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3866244_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689019796651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3866244"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_109462","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":966,"numTeachers":47,"percentFrplEligible":32,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":9,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":78,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"20.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":68.7,"schoolId":109462,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Paseo Pointe Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Paseo Pointe Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/arizona/laveen-elementary-school-district-59/paseo-pointe-elementary-opening-fall-2016-/109462"}