{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Creekside Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":18.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6242135,"projectId":10294114,"letterContent":"On behalf of our school community, we would like to sincerely thank you for your generous sponsorship and ongoing support of our students. Your contribution plays an important role in helping us meet the diverse needs of learners across our campus.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we are able to provide meaningful sensory tools such as scratch-and-sniff materials and alternative seating options, including specialized chairs. These resources make a significant difference in helping students stay regulated, focused, and engaged in their learning throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nYour commitment to supporting inclusive practices ensures that all students have access to the tools they need to be successful. We truly appreciate your partnership and the positive impact you continue to make on our students' educational experience.","fullyFundedDate":1779332303542,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-communication-and-engagement-s/10294114/","projectTitle":"Sensory, Communication, and Engagement Supports for Inclusive Classroom Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ishimaru","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6242135"},{"teacherId":6242135,"projectId":10249350,"letterContent":"On behalf of our program, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude for your generous sponsorship and ongoing support throughout the season. Your contribution has provided our students with meaningful opportunities to participate, develop their skills, and be part of a positive and supportive environment. Your investment in our program extends far beyond the experience itself and has made a lasting difference in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nThrough your support, our students have developed valuable social and life skills that will benefit them well into the future. Participation fosters teamwork, communication, leadership, cooperation, and sportsmanship. Each experience provides opportunities for students to build friendships, work collaboratively toward shared goals, overcome challenges, and grow in confidence both individually and as a community.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping us create opportunities that promote character development, resilience, and positive youth growth. Your generosity has helped provide experiences that will have a lasting impact on our students, their families, and our broader community. We are truly grateful for your partnership and commitment to supporting youth programs, and we look forward to continuing to build strong futures together.","fullyFundedDate":1778954630904,"projectUrl":"project/building-friendship-social-skills-thro/10249350/","projectTitle":"Building Friendship & Social Skills Through Fun Cooperative Games","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ishimaru","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6242135"},{"teacherId":6242135,"projectId":10135153,"letterContent":"As we reflect on this season, I want to extend my sincere gratitude for the incredible leadership you have demonstrated through our flag football program. Your commitment, dedication, and passion have created an environment where athletes feel supported, encouraged, and inspired to be their very best both on and off the field. The time and energy you invest do not go unnoticed, and the positive impact you have on our players is truly appreciated.\r\n\r\nLeadership is about much more than wins and losses. It is about teaching character, resilience, teamwork, and accountability. Through your guidance, our athletes have learned the value of hard work, perseverance, and believing in themselves. You have helped build confidence in each player while fostering a culture of respect, sportsmanship, and unity that will stay with them long after the season ends.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a role model, mentor, and source of inspiration for our flag football family. Your leadership has helped shape not only better athletes but also stronger young people. We are grateful for your dedication and the lasting difference you continue to make in the lives of our players, coaches, and community. 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Stories with humor, adventure, and exciting characters can open the door to a love of reading and help students build important literacy skills in a positive way.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping create opportunities for all students to feel successful, included, and excited about books. I truly appreciate your support of our classroom and the difference you are making in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and commitment to helping children grow as readers.","fullyFundedDate":1773885107862,"projectUrl":"project/readers-rising-supporting-diverse-learn/10144550/","projectTitle":"Readers Rising: Supporting Diverse Learners With Reading Challenges","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ishimaru","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6242135"},{"teacherId":6242135,"projectId":10161941,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books about disability awareness for my classroom. Your kindness and support will make a meaningful difference for all of my students, especially those who are neurodiverse.\r\n\r\nThese books will help create a more inclusive learning environment where students can see themselves represented, build understanding of others, and develop empathy, respect, and acceptance. Representation matters, and your donation gives students valuable opportunities to learn that differences are strengths.\r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your commitment to supporting education and helping young people grow into compassionate and informed individuals. Your generosity will have a lasting impact in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtful gift and support.","fullyFundedDate":1773892085313,"projectUrl":"project/cover-to-cover-celebrating-every-abilit/10161941/","projectTitle":"Cover to Cover: Celebrating Every Ability","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ishimaru","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6242135"},{"teacherId":9591056,"projectId":10082838,"letterContent":"On behalf of my first-grade classroom, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of a class set of headphones. Your gift has made an incredible difference in our learning environment!\r\n\r\nThese headphones are already transforming how my students engage with educational content. They allow each child to independently access audio lessons, language learning activities, and interactive reading programs—giving them personalized learning experiences while respecting the focus of their classmates. The headphones have also opened doors to new teaching possibilities, from listening to read-aloud stories to exploring sound-based science activities.\r\n\r\nYour support demonstrates a deep commitment to enriching the educational experiences of young learners. Gifts like these remind my students that people in our community care about their growth and success. Every time they put on a pair of headphones to explore something new, they're experiencing the direct impact of your generosity.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and investing in the futures of these wonderful first graders. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1770439409110,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-little-learners-hear-success/10082838/","projectTitle":"Help Our Little Learners Hear Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lopez-Pham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9591056_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720826903933","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9591056"},{"teacherId":7148046,"projectId":9839367,"letterContent":"It is such a joy to share the impact these resources have had. My students often view the classroom as their second home, and thanks to your generosity, it's now a much cleaner and more peaceful one.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the reaction was pure curiosity mixed with excitement. When I unboxed the air purifier, a group of students gathered around it like it was a piece of futuristic technology.\r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just buy supplies; it bought us a healthier, more mindful way of learning!","fullyFundedDate":1769177815655,"projectUrl":"project/clean-environment/9839367/","projectTitle":"Clean Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7148046_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1614374529999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7148046"},{"teacherId":9591056,"projectId":8940327,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your support in bringing our Life Cycle Unit to life. Providing a full class set of seeds, soil, and potting cans for my students while they were virtual learning was a true game-changer. In a time when so much of their day was spent looking at a screen, your generosity allowed them to roll up their sleeves and engage in the tactile, messy, and wonderful world of science right from their own homes.\r\n\r\n\r\nThese materials did more than just teach the stages of a plant's life; they provided my students with a sense of responsibility and hope. Tending to their own living thing gave them a daily purpose and a reason to be excited about our science lessons. You turned a challenging virtual learning situation into a memorable, hands-on discovery period that my students will never forget. Thank you for believing in my class and for making science accessible to everyone, no matter where they were learning.\r\n\r\nWith sincere thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1731508660273,"projectUrl":"project/let-them-grow/8940327/","projectTitle":"Let Them Grow!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lopez-Pham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9591056_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720826903933","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9591056"},{"teacherId":9591056,"projectId":8965415,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity in funding our classroom project. The arrival of our new classroom rug and the collection of SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) books has sparked so much joy in our 1st-grade room. It is more than just furniture and paper; you have provided the literal foundation for our daily community. My students were absolutely thrilled to see the vibrant new space waiting for them, and it has quickly become their favorite place to gather, learn, and grow together.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this gift is felt the moment the students walk through the door. This rug has transformed our room into an inviting, cozy environment where every child feels they have a dedicated spot to belong. We start every morning on this rug for our circle time, and having a comfortable, defined space has noticeably improved our focus and sense of unity. It has truly turned our classroom into a \"home away from home\" where my students feel safe and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, the SEL books have become essential tools in helping my students navigate their big feelings. At six and seven years old, learning how to share, practice empathy, and manage emotions is just as important as learning to read. These stories provide us with a shared language to discuss kindness and resilience, ensuring that our classroom remains a supportive space for everyone. Thank you for investing in my students' education and their well-being; you have made a lasting difference in our lives!","fullyFundedDate":1733233017517,"projectUrl":"project/lets-stay-together/8965415/","projectTitle":"Let’s Stay Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lopez-Pham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9591056_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720826903933","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9591056"},{"teacherId":6242135,"projectId":9770309,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students, thank you for your generous donation of snacks and tangible behavior incentives. Your support has made a meaningful and immediate impact on our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe incentives you provided are being used to reinforce positive behavior, encourage student engagement, and motivate students to make positive choices throughout the school day. For many students, these rewards serve as effective tools to support self-regulation, confidence, and a sense of accomplishment.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, positive behaviors are recognized and reinforced consistently, contributing to a more supportive and engaging environment for students. Many students have shown increased participation and improved behavior as a result of these incentives.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your commitment to supporting student success and well-being. Your kindness and generosity are making a difference in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1759163839456,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-young-athletes-shine/9770309/","projectTitle":"Help Our Young Athletes Shine!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ishimaru","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6242135"},{"teacherId":8125059,"projectId":5898703,"letterContent":"Thank you for the materials. My students learn in different ways. One way is by doing hand on activities and your donation really helps them. Since many of my students don't really have educational materials at home, they come to school eager to get their hands on materials to help with their learning.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic tiles helped with the kids imagination. They were able to build buildings and they were also able to write about what they build as well as well as what steps they took to make it happen. This build their self esteem and their public speech. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1643999755472,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-right-on/5898703/","projectTitle":"Hands on Right On!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aguilar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8125059_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761328457907","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125059"},{"teacherId":8125059,"projectId":5898897,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations. My students Love the art materials and we use them daily. I have discovered that many of my students are very creative and they have discovered their artistic side. 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