{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ramona Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9098025,"projectId":9874120,"letterContent":"I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of a printer to our second grade classroom. Your kindness, generosity, and support mean so much to both my students and me. Donations like yours make a direct and meaningful impact on our classroom every single day, and we are incredibly thankful for your investment in our learning community.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I strive to create a classroom environment where students feel supported, engaged, and excited to learn. Having access to a reliable classroom printer will help make that possible in so many ways. This printer is more than just a piece of technology — it is a valuable tool that will allow me to better support my students academically, creatively, and socially throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nIn second grade, students are constantly growing as readers, writers, mathematicians, and problem-solvers. Every day, we use a variety of materials to support hands-on learning, small group instruction, collaborative projects, and differentiated activities. With this printer, I will be able to quickly prepare learning resources tailored to my students' needs, whether that includes reading passages, math practice, writing templates, graphic organizers, classroom visuals, or enrichment activities.\r\n\r\nOne of the greatest benefits of this donation is the ability to better support small group learning. Small group instruction is such an important part of second grade because it allows students to receive personalized support and targeted practice at their individual learning levels. Having a classroom printer means I can easily create and print materials specifically designed for each group of learners, helping students build confidence and strengthen their skills in a meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThis printer will also support creativity and student engagement in our classroom. My students love completing interactive activities, creating projects, publishing their writing, and participating in collaborative learning experiences. Being able to print resources and student work efficiently will help make learning more exciting, organized, and accessible for everyone. It will also allow students to take pride in their work by giving them opportunities to share and celebrate their learning.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your generosity sends a powerful message to my students: that there are people who care about their education and believe in their success. Many students may not always realize how much support and encouragement exists beyond the walls of our classroom, and donations like yours help remind them that their learning matters. Your kindness helps create a positive and encouraging environment where students feel valued and motivated to do their best.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for helping provide resources that will truly enhance our classroom experience. Your support will have a lasting impact on my students throughout the year, and we are deeply grateful for your contribution. Because of you, our classroom will continue to be a place filled with learning, creativity, growth, and opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1769177623561,"projectUrl":"project/printing-possibilities-for-my-creative-y/9874120/","projectTitle":"Printing Possibilities for My Creative Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9098025_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753130817718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9098025"},{"teacherId":2065702,"projectId":10147382,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project and helping us get a class set of The Lightning Thief. My students have truly enjoyed reading this book together, and it has brought a lot of excitement into our classroom. Having a class set meant every student could fully participate, follow along together, and be part of our daily discussions. Students looked forward to finding out what would happen next and were constantly making predictions, asking questions, and talking about the characters.\r\n\r\nThis book has helped us work on important reading skills like comprehension, using text evidence, understanding character traits, and identifying themes. It also opened the door to learning about Greek mythology, which many students found especially interesting and fun. Several students who rarely volunteered during discussions are now eager to share their ideas and theories about the story. Others have already asked about reading the next books in the Percy Jackson series independently, which is exactly the kind of lifelong love of reading I hope to inspire.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher at a Title I school, I truly appreciate your support. Access to engaging books matters, and this project gave my students an experience they will remember. Thank you again for helping make reading exciting and meaningful for them.","fullyFundedDate":1775750365563,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-a-love-of-reading-through-myth/10147382/","projectTitle":"Unlocking a Love of Reading Through Myth and Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2065702_orig.jpg?crop=284,284,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778025427282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2065702"},{"teacherId":6624684,"projectId":10121513,"letterContent":"Last week, my students had their very first experience using the new counting collections, and it was such a special moment in our classroom. They were so excited to choose their own collections and work with their buddies to count each item. The room was full of focused energy as they used different strategies we've been learning.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was seeing their faces light up when they figured out how many items they had. Many of them rushed over to share their totals with me, beaming with pride. They were engaged, focused, and it was truly delightful to watch.\r\n\r\nNext, students will begin recording how they counted their collections and sharing their strategies with the class. These materials are helping build strong mathematical thinking, and I'm excited to see their growth.\r\n\r\nThank you so much to our generous donors for making this meaningful learning experience possible. Your support is truly appreciated and is making a difference in our classroom every day.","fullyFundedDate":1776099095082,"projectUrl":"project/build-our-counting-kingdom-math-manipul/10121513/","projectTitle":"Build Our Counting Kingdom: Math Manipulatives for Hands-On Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6624684_orig.jpg?crop=444,444,x35,y65&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708623958699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missbrown26"},{"teacherId":6624684,"projectId":10130473,"letterContent":"As we approach the end of the school year, many of my students have made tremendous progress and are now able to confidently decode text which is an exciting milestone, as reading is a newly acquired skill for many of them. This project has helped foster a genuine love of reading in our classroom by giving students access to engaging, appropriately leveled texts that build both confidence, pride and independence.\r\n\r\nAs a child I grew up with a love for reading. In my classroom these leveled books help transform that love into essential early literacy skills. Students practice decoding strategies, strengthen sight word recognition, and build fluency through repeated exposure to accessible texts. They also develop comprehension skills and retelling events. Students are now able to experience success while still being challenged.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is structured, purposeful, and joyful. After students complete their morning journals, each table group is assigned a book for a 3–5 minute silent reading period. During this time, students practice focus and independence. When time is up, tables rotate books, which keeps engagement high and exposes students to a variety of texts. Students love this routine, and many choose to read quietly alongside a partner, offering support and encouragement as they go.\r\n\r\nIt has been especially meaningful to see the growth in students who were once hesitant readers. Now, they eagerly participate, celebrate recognizing familiar words, and take pride in helping their peers. Partner pairs work together to navigate tricky parts of the text, building both confidence and collaboration. These books have not only strengthened foundational reading skills but have also helped create a classroom environment where students are excited to read, share, and grow as learners.","fullyFundedDate":1776099095651,"projectUrl":"project/unlock-the-magic-of-books-for-little-lea/10130473/","projectTitle":"Unlock the Magic of Books for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6624684_orig.jpg?crop=444,444,x35,y65&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708623958699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missbrown26"},{"teacherId":7377937,"projectId":9926572,"letterContent":"The impact of this donation has gone above anything I could have imagined. As a 5th grade class, we push through 3-4 weeks of testing in addition to district-required assessments. The end of the year is a tough time because students are tired from testing but so antsy because the weather is perfect and the promise of summer are within reach. However, as soon as testing finished, we jumped right into our \"Bud Not Buddy\" novel study. My students were eager to meet Bud, through book club letters and activities, challenging them to make inferences, identify key details and ideas, identify theme, and summarize each chapter efficiently and effectively. The level of engagement during these activities is nothing like I've seen before, considering students have struggled with these concepts before. I look forward to seeing the finished novel study projects, as I truly believe they will be a labor of love and care. Thank you again for this donation, as I know I will be able to use this class set for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1766850590003,"projectUrl":"project/a-story-worth-funding/9926572/","projectTitle":"A Story Worth Funding","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wences","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7377937_orig.jpg?crop=1067,1067,x0,y323&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746547469299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7377937"},{"teacherId":7377937,"projectId":10016297,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and support in helping us restock our classroom treasure box! Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your contribution.\r\n\r\nThe treasure box is more than just a collection of fun items—it is a powerful tool that motivates and encourages positive behavior, effort, and perseverance in our students. Each time students earn the opportunity to choose a prize, their faces light up with excitement and pride. It reinforces their hard work and helps build a positive classroom environment where students feel recognized and celebrated for their achievements.\r\n\r\nThe students were absolutely thrilled to see the new items! From the moment the box was restocked, there was a buzz of excitement and anticipation. They love having a variety of choices, and it makes their accomplishments feel even more special. Your support not only brings joy but also helps foster responsibility, goal-setting, and a love for learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and helping create such a positive and motivating classroom experience. Your generosity truly makes a difference every day.","fullyFundedDate":1769177628489,"projectUrl":"project/rewarding-effort-encouraging-growth/10016297/","projectTitle":"Rewarding Effort, Encouraging Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wences","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7377937_orig.jpg?crop=1067,1067,x0,y323&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746547469299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7377937"},{"teacherId":10184996,"projectId":9741978,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for believing in my students. Because of you, our classroom now has a reliable color printer that we can depend on every single day.\r\n\r\nBefore this, we were working with an older printer that constantly jammed or simply would not work. There were many moments of frustration when lessons had to be adjusted or materials couldn't be printed the way I intended. Your donation has truly removed that barrier for us.\r\n\r\nNow, my students receive clear, vibrant, engaging materials that support their learning. From colorful anchor charts to differentiated assignments and special projects, your support helps bring our lessons to life. It may seem like just a printer, but to us, it means saved instructional time, smoother transitions, and more meaningful learning experiences.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, it shows my students that there are people outside of our classroom who care about their success. That message alone is powerful.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our class and for making a real difference in our daily learning. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1766882991764,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-bring-their-projects-to/9741978/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Bring Their Projects to Life- Colorful Worksheets!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arteaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10184996"},{"teacherId":6624684,"projectId":10007396,"letterContent":"Your generosity has brought our youngest learners exactly what they needed most: opportunities to move, play, and grow together. Thanks to your support, our TK and Kindergarten classrooms now have access to engaging outdoor materials that turn recess into purposeful learning. \r\n\r\nOur teaching team created a rotating schedule of activities so every child gets time with each material throughout the week. Recess has become the highlight of their day, and the joy is contagious. We rethought some of the items we wanted for our students and were able to add no-spill bubbles, jumping sacks, egg-and-spoon race components, and corn hole to our collection. We were even able to add some jump ropes to our play time thanks to a donation from our P.E. teacher. Our students have embraced all of the new items with pure delight.\r\n\r\nEvery moment our students spend playing outside is a moment spent building resilience, confidence, and connection. These experiences shape who they become as learners and as people. Thank you for recognizing that play matters and for equipping our children with the tools to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1771382108655,"projectUrl":"project/little-legs-big-skills-powering-play-f/10007396/","projectTitle":"Little Legs, Big Skills: Powering Play for Tk–k","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6624684_orig.jpg?crop=444,444,x35,y65&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708623958699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missbrown26"},{"teacherId":6624684,"projectId":9869154,"letterContent":"A color printer in my kindergarten classroom has meant that I can instantly create bright, colorful materials that keep my students excited and engaged, instead of waiting for the office. For English Language Learners and students who need extra support, color-coded visuals, schedules, and behavior charts make routines and expectations much clearer and easier to understand, helping them feel calmer and more confident. I have been able to make tools and anchor charts to help support my little learners to become better readers, writers and mathematicians.\r\n\r\nMy kindergarten team can also quickly print colorful charts to track how each student is doing, making it easier to spot what's working and have better conversations about what each child needs. This simple tool lets me create the materials my students need right away, makes learning more accessible for everyone, and takes pressure off my school office.","fullyFundedDate":1766850590238,"projectUrl":"project/a-world-of-color/9869154/","projectTitle":"A World of Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6624684_orig.jpg?crop=444,444,x35,y65&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708623958699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missbrown26"},{"teacherId":6624684,"projectId":9791711,"letterContent":"A mobile whiteboard and organized anchor chart system transforms my kindergarten classroom by making sure every child can see and engage with our lessons, no matter where they sit. My young writers feel more confident with writing examples and helpful reminders right in front of them, and I am able to move the board around the room to work with small groups and meet each student where they are. \r\n\r\nWith organized storage for our anchor charts, I can easily pull them out when we need them, and my students learn to use these tools on their own. This simple change helps my kindergarteners feel proud of their writing, think more deeply about their learning, and grow with confidence in a classroom where everyone can see and participate.","fullyFundedDate":1761931068219,"projectUrl":"project/see-think-and-grow/9791711/","projectTitle":"See, Think, and Grow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6624684_orig.jpg?crop=444,444,x35,y65&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708623958699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missbrown26"},{"teacherId":6624684,"projectId":10008199,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our PBIS cart and helping our kindergarteners feel celebrated and motivated. Your donation of mini slime, squishies, sticky hands, invisible pens, mini bubbles, and animal erasers has given us fun, immediate ways to recognize kindness, responsibility, and self‑control. Seeing students light up when they earn a small reward has made our classroom happier and more positive.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, children are more eager to follow routines, try new things, and practice making good choices. Those small moments of recognition have boosted confidence, reduced challenging behaviors, and helped students feel like valued members of our school community. The PBIS Team and I are deeply grateful for your support and the lasting impact it has on these first steps in their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1769177633913,"projectUrl":"project/small-rewards-big-beginnings/10008199/","projectTitle":"Small Rewards, Big Beginnings","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6624684_orig.jpg?crop=444,444,x35,y65&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708623958699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missbrown26"},{"teacherId":6624684,"projectId":10007082,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our kindergarteners. Your gift of snacks helps fuel little bodies and growing brains so children can learn, play, and self-regulate. Because many of our students arrive with limited food, your generosity lets us offer a quick snack at recess or a breakfast option for children who arrive late. \r\n\r\nRestocking our classroom with healthy, kid-friendly choices means students have the energy to focus, participate, and manage big emotions without feeling singled out. Your kindness creates a caring, welcoming space where every child can thrive. Your donation made a huge difference for my students and we are eternally grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1769287539545,"projectUrl":"project/full-tummies-ready-minds/10007082/","projectTitle":"Full Tummies, Ready Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6624684_orig.jpg?crop=444,444,x35,y65&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708623958699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missbrown26"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_29220","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":446,"numTeachers":22,"percentFrplEligible":93,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":81,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"20.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.4,"schoolId":29220,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ramona Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ramona Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/bellflower-unified-school-district/ramona-elementary-school/29220"}