{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Orange County Education Arts Academy","outOfStateSupporters":27.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9370572,"projectId":9693666,"letterContent":"When I had this project in mind, I had more of a dream than a plan. The execution has been messier than what I envisioned. When they saw the binders and I told them why they were there, students felt perplexed, asking if this would then become a resource for exams and nothing else. To be fair, this is a valid question; if you've never seen the value in storing your work and notes besides as a resource for exams, then this makes sense. To this day, I don't think I've done the best job in fully explaining why we should store our solutions, or even how to study using these collections in our binders. On the other hand, \"done is better than perfect,\" they have something and now have exposure to creating a portfolio of sorts, even if it was just \"stuff problem packets I to binders.\"\r\n\r\nWith winter break, I am grateful for time to better plan what I would like to have in these binders that will benefit students and make sense to them. I am grateful once again for your contributions to this project, and for this learning experience in general. I hope that with time and reflection, this will become a genuine resource for their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1757532004276,"projectUrl":"project/help-students-organize-their-learning-an/9693666/","projectTitle":"Help Students Organize Their Learning and Focus on Problem Solving!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Vejar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9370572"},{"teacherId":9551890,"projectId":9599573,"letterContent":"Students were thrilled when the materials arrived. Their excitement was immediate—smiles, curiosity, and eager questions filled the room. Many students couldn't wait to get started, which made the introduction of the resources especially rewarding. The next steps involve continuing to build on our current lessons by using these resources for deeper practice and more independent work. Students will apply their skills through ongoing projects that promote creativity, critical thinking, and confidence as learners.","fullyFundedDate":1758849367396,"projectUrl":"project/crafty-class-dream/9599573/","projectTitle":"Crafty Class Dream","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pérez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551890_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759463694144","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9551890"},{"teacherId":9551890,"projectId":9720572,"letterContent":"We are using the new resources daily during our lessons. One standout moment was when students worked together on a hands-on project using the materials for the first time. They were fully engaged, asking thoughtful questions, and excited to apply what they were learning in a meaningful way. When the materials arrived, students were immediately curious and eager to explore them. Students will continue applying their skills through collaborative projects and activities that encourage creativity, critical thinking, and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1758849367844,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-centers/9720572/","projectTitle":"Engaging Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pérez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551890_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759463694144","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9551890"},{"teacherId":4182413,"projectId":9690231,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation. Because of you, my students have the books they already love in English, in Spanish now. It makes reading fluency in Spanish so much easier now due to the material provided. No longer are the kids making excuses for not doing their homework of reading for fluency. They also have a wider selection to choose from now as well. No more fighting over the \"Who Is...\" and \"What Is\" books en español. The book selection is more current and relevant to my population of students this year. You helped make that happen!","fullyFundedDate":1758806719498,"projectUrl":"project/libros-en-espaol/9690231/","projectTitle":"Libros en Español","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lozano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4182413_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703134563436","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-lozano"},{"teacherId":10226160,"projectId":9658371,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous book donations. Your support means more than you know, and we are truly grateful for every single book that was sent our way. Because of your kindness, our classroom library has grown in the most beautiful way, giving students more opportunities to explore new stories, authors, and worlds. Your contribution is helping us build a warm and inspiring reading environment, and we appreciate you deeply for being part of our students' learning journey.\r\n\r\nReceiving these books has made such a meaningful impact on my students. They now have stories that reflect who they are, books that help them feel confident, seen, and proud of their identities. They've also discovered hilarious and engaging stories they genuinely connect with, which has helped them enjoy reading more than ever. These new texts also support important reading skills such as identifying main ideas, making predictions, understanding character feelings, exploring themes, and building strong vocabulary. In our classroom, reading includes shared read-alouds, independent reading time, and small-group lessons where students choose books that interest them, talk about what they notice, and share their favorite parts. Several students have especially connected with the books, some feel represented for the first time, while others are loving the funny stories that make them excited to read. These donations have sparked joy, confidence, and a genuine love of reading throughout our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757605211252,"projectUrl":"project/creeando-una-biblioteca-con-la-cual-me-i/9658371/","projectTitle":"Creeando Una Biblioteca Con La Cual Me Identifique","teacherDisplayName":"Maestra Ahumada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10226160_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756575141036","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10226160"},{"teacherId":8572764,"projectId":9049374,"letterContent":"On the behalf of my students, I want to thank you for donating to my classroom. At the beginning of each school year, students are tasked with coming to school with all necessary school supplies. Many families spend hundreds of dollars making sure that all items are purchased accordingly. However, I always have students who's parents are not able to provide them with all materials. This is when I usually purchase the items for them. As with the previous school years, many students cannot always purchase their own headphones. Because of your contributions, I was able to provide a better experience and ensure that everyone has access to the tools they need.","fullyFundedDate":1746466661234,"projectUrl":"project/sound-for-success/9049374/","projectTitle":"Sound for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Loredo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8572764_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721763519766","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8572764"},{"teacherId":4182413,"projectId":9694984,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to this project. Knowing first hand how our world works because you have witnessed it with your own eyes is so much more impactful than just reading it out of a book. This project is making concrete memories for these 5th graders. Experiments using the Scientific Method and truly understanding Matter is essential because it is what our world is made of! So thank you so much for your gift, as it impacts so many students. The concepts charts are also very useful as our students take the state test for science this year. The charts will help them grasp concepts that may have not been fully understood prior to this year. It takes a village, so thank you for being part of ours!","fullyFundedDate":1757532003728,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-science/9694984/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lozano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4182413_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703134563436","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-lozano"},{"teacherId":4182413,"projectId":9450613,"letterContent":"We have had such a wonderful response to receiving the funding for this campaign. The students have been asking for weighted blankets for regulating their bodies when they are feeling overwhelmed. It is such a wonderful addition to our calming corner. Some observations I have made since the blankets arrived have been a decrease in duration of anxiety, improved mood and for those who experience sensory overload, it puts them at ease. I have had some students request to use it when they want to focus more during a test. I am so happy to have these and so grateful for YOUR help getting these.","fullyFundedDate":1755730036164,"projectUrl":"project/sel-calming-corner/9450613/","projectTitle":"SEL Calming Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lozano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4182413_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703134563436","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-lozano"},{"teacherId":9428771,"projectId":9354009,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and for providing our classroom with over 1,000 party favors, a variety of fidget toys, Hot Chips snacks, and the amazing Mr. Sketch scented markers. My students and I are incredibly grateful for these resources—they have already made a noticeable difference in our daily routines and learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe fidget toys have become an essential tool during independent work time. Students who struggle with focus now have a quiet, helpful way to channel their energy without disrupting the learning of others. The variety of party favors and snacks have been added to our classroom reward system, giving students something positive and exciting to work toward. These items have transformed our incentives into moments of genuine celebration.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite classroom moments so far has been using the Mr. Sketch scented markers during a class norms refresh. We sat together as a community and discussed what kind of classroom we want to build for the rest of the year—safe, respectful, creative, and supportive. Students used the scented markers to create colorful posters that reflect our shared expectations. The scents made the activity extra fun and memorable, and the bright visuals they created are now proudly displayed on our walls.\r\n\r\nBy contributing to this project, you've helped bring joy, comfort, and enthusiasm into our space. These items may seem small on their own, but together they have encouraged teamwork, built confidence, and strengthened our classroom culture. My students feel seen, supported, and excited to come to school each day—and that is because of you.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and for helping us create a learning environment where every child can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1758806720048,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-learn/9354009/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ocampo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9428771_orig.jpg?crop=2721,2721,x302,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720747238465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9428771"},{"teacherId":4182413,"projectId":9428084,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my new class start out with the materials they need to begin the school year. The students are able to keep their backpacks light because they have everything they need in each classroom now. We do so many projects that require coloring tools and scissors. In years prior we had the students bring all of their supplies including their chrome books in their backpacks. While we know that all students do not go home to the same environments, at school, we have assurance that no child is left without the proper materials thanks to your generous monetary donation. It is so appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1755730036795,"projectUrl":"project/art-equality/9428084/","projectTitle":"Art Equality","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lozano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4182413_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703134563436","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-lozano"},{"teacherId":9559069,"projectId":9487517,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing our classroom with flexible seating and new math manipulatives. Our students were absolutely thrilled when the items arrived. The flexible seating has already transformed our reading time—students are more comfortable, more focused, and genuinely excited to choose a spot that helps them learn best. It has brought a renewed sense of calm, choice, and engagement to our daily routines.\r\n\r\nThe math manipulatives and games have also made a huge impact. Students love exploring the materials, and they've been incredibly helpful in building math fluency, problem-solving skills, and overall confidence. Even more special is how these resources have strengthened our class community; students are collaborating, supporting one another, and having fun while learning. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1756147174628,"projectUrl":"project/making-learning-fun-in-our-bilingual-cla/9487517/","projectTitle":"Making Learning Fun in Our Bilingual Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Matos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9559069_orig.jpg?crop=497,497,x443,y1196&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753294850028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9559069"},{"teacherId":9428771,"projectId":9552307,"letterContent":"When my students first walked into the classroom and saw the new flexible seating options, their faces completely lit up! There were excited smiles, curious questions, and a lot of joyful chatter as they eagerly tried out the floor seats. Many of them couldn't believe that they now had the choice to sit where they felt most comfortable to learn. It truly felt like a celebration of their learning space.\r\n\r\nSince adding flexible seating, the classroom environment has become more focused, collaborative, and calm. Students are more engaged and take ownership of their learning. They've learned to make choices that help them stay on task, and they love moving around to work with different partners or groups. The change has been amazing — it's not just furniture, it's a shift in how they feel about learning.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're working on writing and illustrating our own narrative stories. The flexible seating allows students to spread out, brainstorm together, and find quiet spots to revise their drafts. It's been wonderful watching how the new setup supports creativity, focus, and independence.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping make our classroom a more comfortable, welcoming, and inspiring place to learn. 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