{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Frank West Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":29.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9766593,"projectId":9518228,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your contribution helped us restock our snack supply, and the impact was immediate and meaningful.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, having access to a healthy snack during the day makes a huge difference. It helps them stay focused during lessons, boosts their energy, and reduces the stress that comes from being hungry while trying to learn. I've noticed students returning from snack breaks more attentive, more willing to participate, and more confident in their work.\r\n\r\nYour donation has not only met a basic need—it has created a more positive and productive learning environment. The students feel cared for and supported, and that sense of security shows in their attitudes and effort each day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students. Your kindness is felt daily, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1758834656356,"projectUrl":"project/brain-food/9518228/","projectTitle":"Brain Food","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alba","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9766593_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726853351977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9766593"},{"teacherId":9766593,"projectId":9408657,"letterContent":"Your donation to our social justice and teamwork is deeply appreciated. It was exciting to learn that the project was fully funded..\r\nThe kindness and belief in the students made it possible to acquire the necessary books and team-building activities, so that my students can learn about different people who have overcome adversity. The support provided the tools needed to see ourselves reflected in the books we read. The students are eager to use these materials. They have expressed their anticipation, and it is exciting to imagine their reactions when the items arrive.\r\nThank you again for making a positive impact in the classroom. The donors have shown the students that there are caring people who support their education and want them to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1753641372151,"projectUrl":"project/team-work-and-social-justice/9408657/","projectTitle":"Team Work and Social Justice","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alba","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9766593_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726853351977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9766593"},{"teacherId":8711419,"projectId":8656334,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now has a consistent supply of snacks and it's made a huge difference!\r\n\r\nWe've been using the snacks during morning work time, independent reading, and after recess when students need a little boost to stay focused and energized. One moment that really stood out was during a math review day. A student who usually gets frustrated with multi-step problems quietly grabbed a healthy cracker snack, sat down, and powered through without giving up. It was such a small thing, but it gave them just what they needed to keep going with confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, my students were thrilled! They gathered around the snack bin, asking, \"Are these really for us?\" and \"Can we have these during class?\" Their excitement was genuine and heartwarming some even said it felt like a little classroom celebration.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're in the middle of a project where students are creating mini research presentations on topics like famous inventors, animals, and places around the world. Having snacks available has helped them stay focused during longer work periods and feel more ready to participate. The next steps for this project include peer feedback sessions and presenting to the class something that takes energy, focus, and a little courage, all of which are supported by your kind donation.\r\n\r\nThank you again for giving our students this simple but powerful support. You've helped create a classroom where students feel seen, cared for, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1731940427915,"projectUrl":"project/yum-yum-snackys/8656334/","projectTitle":"Yum Yum Snackys!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Urias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8711419_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692292951091","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8711419"},{"teacherId":9766593,"projectId":9171230,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our physical education project on DonorsChoose. Thanks to your kindness, our students now have access to a new game that they have never played like pickle ball that are already making a big impact in our PE classes. They were also so excited to play a game of baseball with the class next door.\r\n\r\nYour donation is helping us create a more active, engaging, and inclusive environment where every student can grow not just physically, but also in teamwork, confidence, and resilience. The joy on their faces as they use the new resources says it all—you've made a real difference.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and our students. We're deeply grateful for your support and for being part of our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1743205018239,"projectUrl":"project/boost-physical-education/9171230/","projectTitle":"Boost Physical Education","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alba","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9766593_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726853351977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9766593"},{"teacherId":4055762,"projectId":8521520,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful donation. As a reading intervention specialist, I wanted to create a name for our pull-out services for reading intervention. This is how STARS, or Students Taking Action for Reading Success, was created! Our STARS students just loved receiving an end-of-the-year care package with the snacks, pencils, and sharpeners. They absolutely loved the play packs, and I'm sure they will get much use out of them over the summer. \r\nDue to new curriculum and keeping track of the growth of our students, we know next year that we are going to be able to make STARS Intervention shirts for the students who grow, and technically \"graduate\", and no longer need to come to reading intervention. We also want to offer the STARS shirts to our students who have tremendous growth over the school year. I can't wait to create a shirt design using the STARS logo in Canva and then have them printed on the shirts we received with the Cricut EasyPress! This celebration of growth is something that we hope to continue throughout the years! Thank you again for the amazing opportunity to acknowledge and spread joy among our struggling readers who have made growth in our STARS Intervention Lab.","fullyFundedDate":1731940486780,"projectUrl":"project/customized-shirts-and-reward-packages-fo/8521520/","projectTitle":"Customized Shirts and Reward Packages for Reaching Reading Goals","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Heberle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4055762_orig.jpg?crop=675,675,x46,y186&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652121233630","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-heberle"},{"teacherId":9766593,"projectId":8804745,"letterContent":"We are writing to express our deepest gratitude for your generous donation of snacks to our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your support has made a significant impact on our students' ability to focus and learn throughout the day, especially for those who might not have access to nutritious snacks at home.\r\nSince receiving your donation, we've noticed a noticeable improvement in classroom engagement and behavior. Having healthy snacks readily available helps students stay energized and attentive during lessons, which is crucial for their academic progress.\r\nThe students are especially excited to have a variety of healthy options to choose from, and they often share stories about how much they enjoy snack time.\r\nThank you again for your incredible generosity. You have made a real difference in the lives of our students, and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1731940387325,"projectUrl":"project/brain-and-tummy-fuel/8804745/","projectTitle":"Brain and Tummy Fuel!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alba","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9766593_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726853351977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9766593"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_79255","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":696,"numTeachers":38,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":9,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":82,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"18.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":70.2,"schoolId":79255,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Frank West Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Frank West Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/bakersfield-city-school-district/frank-west-elementary-school/79255"}