{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Maldonado Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9129054,"projectId":9657883,"letterContent":"When our new \"Classroom Grocery Store\" arrived, my students' eyes lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to start shopping, selling, and role-playing together. We turned our classroom into a little marketplace where students use play money to budget, make choices, and practice their math facts in real time.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching a group of students set up the store shelves and then eagerly take turns being the cashier. They were practicing adding and subtracting totals without even realizing they were doing math—it felt like play to them, but it was powerful learning in action.\r\n\r\nYour generous support made this possible. Because of you, my students are learning important life skills like counting money, problem-solving, and working collaboratively. They're also building confidence as they take on \"real-world\" roles in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe next step for us is connecting this activity to our math lessons on place value, addition with regrouping, and even word problems. We're also planning to expand the grocery store into our writing block, where students will create advertisements and shopping lists.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students this opportunity to learn in such an engaging and meaningful way. Your gift has brought joy, excitement, and hands-on learning into our classroom—we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1757109159487,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-grocery-store/9657883/","projectTitle":"Classroom Grocery Store","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9129054_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690868264831","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-carolinamartinez"},{"teacherId":9129054,"projectId":8923557,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude towards your selfless act of donating our classroom set headphones. My kiddos have taken full advantage of the situation and enjoy them immensely. We are so excited to see the impact these headphones have on our students' engagement and learning. Your support has shown our students that people care about their education, and that means the world to them.\r\n\r\nThese headphones have created a great calming ambiance in the classroom when working in centers. Not only that but kiddos have increased their productivity in their learning website iReady. \r\n\r\nThank you once again for your donations to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1733266409822,"projectUrl":"project/class-set-headphones/8923557/","projectTitle":"Class Set Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9129054_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690868264831","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-carolinamartinez"},{"teacherId":5142950,"projectId":8533790,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all the wonderful supplies for the beginning of the school year. It made our class so warm and inviting. The kids love the rotating pen organizer. Our classroom boards are trimmed in a fun way and highlight all the wonderful work we do in class. I wish I could share our classroom boards birthday calendar display. It looks so cool. The kids always love going up there to see who has a birthday coming up. The teacher planner is a great way for me to stay organized throughout the year, thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1723770362959,"projectUrl":"project/welcoming-students-for-the-new-school-ye/8533790/","projectTitle":"Welcoming Students for the New School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5142950_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517297685704","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5142950"},{"teacherId":5142950,"projectId":8332144,"letterContent":"These storage bins are amazing! Our books are so well organized and easy to access. The snap and build phonics and sight word tower have been a great addition to our stations. Students look forward to playing with them, especially the tower. They call it reading Jenga. Students are loving the fun way to practice sight words. The practice journals are great for our morning bell work. We are able to practice skills that my ELLs really need practice with. It is great for them to work on independently.","fullyFundedDate":1715100141723,"projectUrl":"project/leveled-library-and-bridging-the-gap/8332144/","projectTitle":"Leveled Library and Bridging the Gap","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5142950_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517297685704","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5142950"},{"teacherId":5142950,"projectId":7626780,"letterContent":"These materials were amazing. We didn't get to use them until this past fall. The kids loved it and were so engaged. They had a great time designing and decorating the masks. The stickers were a hit. It was great to acknowledge great classroom behavior with stickers. The fusion beads were so cool. They did take a while but students really had fun designing and creating the pieces. The tablets are a great tool for active engagement. Students do like to draw on them as well. It is a fun twist on the dry erase boards.","fullyFundedDate":1700676640510,"projectUrl":"project/stem-through-art/7626780/","projectTitle":"STEM Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5142950_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517297685704","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5142950"},{"teacherId":9722986,"projectId":8749461,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous contribution through the DonorsChoose Fiesta Bowl charity grant! The $2,500 you provided has made a world of difference for my kindergarten ELD (English Language Development) students in our inclusive, diverse classroom at a Title 1 school. With these new resources, we've been able to create a more engaging and supportive learning environment. One memorable moment was when my students first used the colorful alphabet and phonics tools you provided. They were absolutely thrilled! They eagerly dove into a letter-sound matching activity, and I could see their confidence grow as they practiced language skills that are so essential for their development. The hands-on materials helped to bridge the language gap, especially for our English language learners, allowing them to feel more connected and capable in our lessons.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to enrich our learning experiences. We are currently working on a project where students will use interactive storybooks and visual aids to practice vocabulary, comprehension, and oral language skills. The diverse set of materials you provided will allow my students to collaborate, learn from each other, and express themselves more freely. It's amazing to see the progress they are making every day, and I know that your thoughtful donation will have a lasting impact. Thanks to your generosity, my students now have the tools they need to succeed, and we're excited to see how they continue to grow and thrive in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1736326115396,"projectUrl":"project/a-new-classroom-a-new-me/8749461/","projectTitle":"A New Classroom, a New Me!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mordecai","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9722986"},{"teacherId":9722986,"projectId":8958905,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your incredibly thoughtful and impactful contribution to our classroom. As a teacher in a Title 1 school with a vibrant and diverse student body, I witness firsthand the potential in each of our young learners. Your support plays a crucial role in nurturing their dreams and helping them realize the limitless possibilities ahead.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, we are able to provide resources and experiences that empower our students to grow, learn, and thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. You are not only investing in their education, but you are shaping the future of our communities. Every book, art supply, and classroom tool you've provided helps spark curiosity, foster creativity, and inspire leadership in our students from all walks of life.\r\n\r\nTogether, we are building a brighter future, one where every child has the opportunity to become a confident, compassionate leader. Thank you for being a part of this journey and for making a lasting difference in the lives of our future leaders.\r\n\r\nMy deepest appreciation!","fullyFundedDate":1733001162056,"projectUrl":"project/fiesta-bowl-grant-wish/8958905/","projectTitle":"Fiesta Bowl Grant Wish","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mordecai","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9722986"},{"teacherId":9129054,"projectId":8487974,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to Donors Choose for your generous donation of classroom materials and organization supplies. Your support has made a significant impact on our learning environment, providing us with essential tools that will enhance our educational experience. \r\n\r\nWith your help, we have been able to create a more engaging and inspiring classroom. The new materials have sparked creativity, fostered collaboration, and motivated our students to reach their full potential. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and commitment to education. \r\n\r\nThank you once again for your invaluable support. Your contribution has made a lasting difference in the lives of our students. 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