{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Valley View Leadership Academy","outOfStateSupporters":28.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1015370,"projectId":9611870,"letterContent":"Ever since receiving the materials to organized the classroom store, my students have been able to open the store every Friday without any issues. It makes it easier for them the to get the supplies and put them away with my help.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the organizational materials they were surprised and very excited.\r\n\r\nAs students continue to use the materials, they continue to store more and more things. It was important for them to be able to open an organized classroom store and thanks to your support they are able to do it. It is something they will continue doing for the rest of the year. Thank you for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1756575263483,"projectUrl":"project/organizing-my-classroom-store/9611870/","projectTitle":"Organizing My Classroom Store!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. De Jesus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1015370_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647541021927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gabrielade-jesus"},{"teacherId":1015370,"projectId":9418011,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support. My fifth graders are able to use the whiteboards and erasers every day during math. We are able to practice our multiples and review math skills. They are able to use the privacy folders during testing, it helps them stay on task and free of distractions. \r\n\r\nThey were super excited to see their new whiteboards. They know we used them everyday and tend to get dirty, but the spray cleaner was a plus. \r\n\r\nWe are very thankful for your support, we are and still will be able to use the materials all year. Once again thank you for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1755736627724,"projectUrl":"project/5th-grade-essentials/9418011/","projectTitle":"5th Grade Essentials!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. De Jesus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1015370_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647541021927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gabrielade-jesus"},{"teacherId":1015370,"projectId":9530869,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation. Your donation help us set up the classroom store. I have three students running the store. Their classroom job is store manager and cashiers. They are able to open the store every Friday morning. They were able to set prices. The store runs very smoothly, and it's because of them. \r\n\r\nThe students got super excited to see the boxes being delivered to out classroom. As soon as I open the boxes they were able to see the what items were going to be part of the store. They were able to see fidgets, stickers, takis, sports equipment, cookies, chips, keychains, coloring books, character erasers, etc. They are highly motived to earn eagle bucks.","fullyFundedDate":1755521928138,"projectUrl":"project/good-choices-rewards/9530869/","projectTitle":"Good Choices = Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. De Jesus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1015370_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647541021927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gabrielade-jesus"},{"teacherId":10175768,"projectId":9592092,"letterContent":"My first project was sponsored, almost immediately, and it was because of you. Your generosity has not only showing me how wonderful the program DonorsChoose is, but it made a huge impact on our school.\r\n\r\nAt the launch of our store the items you purchased on our behalf, made up 95% of the goods. Without your kind heart and support we would have to find other avenues (plural) to get I did the same results or possibly less.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for who you are, and all you do! It is because of you our school store was able to start off successful and adding to an already rich culture.","fullyFundedDate":1755521801647,"projectUrl":"project/supply-an-inner-city-school-store/9592092/","projectTitle":"Supply an Inner City School Store","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Wes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10175768"},{"teacherId":8420368,"projectId":9401192,"letterContent":"I would like to Thank you for your kind donation. My Kindergarten students are enjoying and and learning with the manipulatives that was donated. We used them on the daily basis, during center time, we get to build and be creative as we utilize those as centers in the classroom. \r\n\r\nStudents were in shock when they saw the manipulatives, they became very excited and screamed of happines and smiles knowing donor out there are thinking of them. \r\n\r\nWe use the leggos, the connects to build and make letters, numbers and the block puzzles we use to build shapes in the classroom. Students are understanding that shapes are everywhere, Including in the tools we use the classroom. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for your donation and thinking of us in the profession.","fullyFundedDate":1758293508749,"projectUrl":"project/beginning-of-the-year/9401192/","projectTitle":"Beginning of the Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8420368_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753159665329","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8420368"},{"teacherId":3582330,"projectId":9636415,"letterContent":"My middle school girls were so excited to receive their hygiene bags to keep in their backpacks. With our new clear backpack policy, it was so important to them to be able to secure their items in a safe, clean place. The girls also save time by not having to run down to the nurse when they need extra supplies, since we stocked our homerooms upstairs. \r\nBoth boys and girls were happy to know that if they forget deodorant at home or need it for sports, that they have an option here that helps them manage good hygiene. The small deodorant bottles are neat and discrete for their backpacks as well. \r\nWe appreciate your thoughtfulness in helping out 7th and 8th grade students become more independent and practice good hygiene, which can sometimes be overlooked, especially in our community.","fullyFundedDate":1756011838591,"projectUrl":"project/confidence-starts-here-hygiene-for-midd/9636415/","projectTitle":"Confidence Starts Here: Hygiene for Middle Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Matanyi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3582330_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647464912352","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3582330"},{"teacherId":1015370,"projectId":9417449,"letterContent":"Students were super excited to know they were going to have sports equipment to play during their recess. They are encouraged to bring their own sports equipment but many of them are not able to do it. Having the sports equipment in the classroom as an option for them to use brings a smile to their face. \r\n\r\nThe sports equipment is not only for the 5th graders to use, other grade levels have the opportunity to borrow the sports equipment during their recess as well. It makes me happy to know to know they are keeping themselves active during recess. They have options as to what sport to play. They options like basketball, soccer, volleyball, and jump rope in a group or one on one. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support.","fullyFundedDate":1750256157028,"projectUrl":"project/staying-active-during-recess/9417449/","projectTitle":"Staying Active During Recess!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. De Jesus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1015370_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647541021927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gabrielade-jesus"},{"teacherId":1015370,"projectId":9291769,"letterContent":"Thank you for your fabulous donation to our snacks project. Students need snacks and treats to remain focused in class. Snacks like these snacks have helped students be successful in the classroom as they are able to focus more during guided or independent practice. Snacks have helped encourage concentration and re-energize tired students.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the snacks they were surprised and very excited. It always brings a BIG smile to their faces when they receive snacks. These snacks helped me make sure my students are always full and ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1746850129564,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-brain-food/9291769/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Brain Food!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. De Jesus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1015370_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647541021927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gabrielade-jesus"},{"teacherId":1015370,"projectId":9253723,"letterContent":"The students were super excited when the boxes were dropped off into our classroom. Once I open the boxes and showed them the items they were screaming. They wanted to make the friendship bracelets right away.\r\n\r\nWe were able to dedicated an hour block each day for couple of weeks to make the friendship bracelets. They started by making one for their reading buddy in first grade. After that each student was able to make at least six bracelets to scattered around the school for students to find before, during and after school.","fullyFundedDate":1744662204362,"projectUrl":"project/friendship-and-kindness-bracelets/9253723/","projectTitle":"Friendship and Kindness Bracelets!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. De Jesus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1015370_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647541021927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gabrielade-jesus"},{"teacherId":8375335,"projectId":9090027,"letterContent":"Thank You for \"Bringing Learning to Life With Chart Paper and Colorful Markers!\"\r\n\r\nI want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution to our classroom. Thanks to you, we've transformed the way we approach learning in ways I can't even begin to describe!\r\n\r\nHow We're Using the New Resources\r\n\r\nThe chart paper and colorful markers have become essential tools in our daily lessons. From brainstorming sessions to group projects, they allow my students to express their thoughts visually, which helps them make deeper connections to the material. One of the most memorable moments was during our math routine. My students created their own interpretations of each number on the large sheets of chart paper, using bright colors to represent different ways to show that quantity. Not only did this help them better understand the concepts, but it also gave them an opportunity to collaborate and present their work to the class.\r\n\r\nStudent Reactions\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the excitement was in the air! The students couldn't wait to get their hands on the markers and chart paper. It was like they'd been given a blank canvas to unleash their creativity. There were gasps of excitement when they saw the array of colors, and even those who usually shy away from hands-on activities were eager to dive in. It's amazing how such simple materials can spark so much joy and enthusiasm!\r\n\r\nNext Steps for Our Classroom Projects\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these materials will continue to be a core part of our classroom. In our next project, students will be using the chart paper to create \"Story Maps\" for our author's study we're currently reading. They'll break down the plot, themes, and characters in a visual format, which will help deepen their understanding and engagement with the story. We are also planning to use the materials for a \"community service\" project where the students will design informational posters about environmental conservation, which they'll share with local community members. The possibilities are endless!\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made all of this possible, and I cannot thank you enough. You've brought so much more than supplies to our classroom — you've brought excitement, creativity, and a sense of community. My students are now more engaged than ever, and I know that this experience will have a lasting impact on their education.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1739373538522,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-learning-to-life-with-chart-pap/9090027/","projectTitle":"Bringing Learning to Life With Chart Paper and Colorful Markers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Camargo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8375335_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647405846749","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8375335"},{"teacherId":1015370,"projectId":9120440,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to our Easter Goodie bags. The chips, cookies, \r\n earbuds, slime, keychains and stylus were very much appreciated. \r\n\r\nWhen the students received the Easter goodie bag they were surprised and very excited. It always brings a BIG smile to their faces when they receive anything. For students who don't get anything at home, getting a goodie bag to take home is an amazing feeling. These goodie bags helped me make sure my students are had an amazing Easter weekend.","fullyFundedDate":1740019609027,"projectUrl":"project/easter-goodie-bags/9120440/","projectTitle":"Easter Goodie Bags!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. De Jesus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1015370_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647541021927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gabrielade-jesus"},{"teacherId":8375335,"projectId":8963645,"letterContent":"This school year, my students have shown incredible dedication, resilience, and enthusiasm for learning. As we move into the final trimester, we find ourselves using these new essential supplies to continue fostering an engaging, nurturing, and effective learning environment.\r\n\r\nOver the past four months, we have used our classroom materials daily — and it shows. Items like headphones, chart paper, dry-erase markers, sticky notes, and glue sticks have been used to their fullest. These resources are critical to our day-to-day learning: headphones allow students to focus during reading and math practice and district assessments, while supplies like chart paper and dry-erase boards help make lessons interactive and collaborative.\r\n\r\nWithout replenishing these tools, it becomes harder for my students to fully engage, collaborate, and take ownership of their learning. Every resource you helped provide directly impacted our students' ability to succeed academically, express their creativity, and grow their confidence.\r\n\r\nYour support means more than just materials — it sends a powerful message to my young learners: that there is a community out there who believes in them and is willing to invest in their futures. Together, we can ensure that every student has the resources they need to thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my first graders and making this school year a joyful, successful, and inspiring one!","fullyFundedDate":1738256319963,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-stock-our-classroom-with-essenti/8963645/","projectTitle":"Help Us Stock Our Classroom with Essential Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Camargo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8375335_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647405846749","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8375335"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_60136","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":520,"numTeachers":30,"percentFrplEligible":84,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":88,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"17.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":72.0,"schoolId":60136,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Valley View Leadership Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Valley View Leadership Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/arizona/roosevelt-elementary-school-district-66/valley-view-elementary-school/60136"}