{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Otay Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":16.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8518478,"projectId":9646461,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my classroom has been filled with excitement, curiosity, and a renewed passion for learning! We recently received the materials funded through our DonorsChoose project, and I can't tell you how meaningful your contribution has been for my students and me. \r\n\r\nWe've already started putting the resources to work. For example, we started our unit on government and democracy recently. The materials have been vital to all my students, but especially those with disabilities. Using the voting paddles and reading tools have created instant engagement and understanding of complex topics. It's been incredible to watch them collaborate, problem-solve, and take ownership of their learning in a new way.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has truly opened doors for my students — not just to new supplies, but to deeper learning experiences that will stay with them far beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758830181005,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-learning-reimagined/9646461/","projectTitle":"Classroom Learning Reimagined!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fonzi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8518478_orig.jpg?crop=2308,2308,x715,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657581585535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8518478"},{"teacherId":8518478,"projectId":9299066,"letterContent":"Visiting each student at their home the night before promotion to drop off a book is truly one of the best experiences of the school year. It intertwines literacy, support, and love. \r\n\r\nThis year students were shocked, excited, and emotional when their teacher showed up at their front door! Parents helped by keeping this a surprise and being equally as excited for their children. \r\n\r\nAs a teacher, it is a very humbling experience. Each day students show up to school to learn, but there is so much as teachers we don't see. Fostering family-school relationships is one of the most invaluable practices I want to encourage in my elementary school. Thank you so much for your incredible donations that allowed this to happen. You are helping to connect communities and bring joy to sweet preteen students.","fullyFundedDate":1746486606487,"projectUrl":"project/oh-the-places-youll-go-after-graduation/9299066/","projectTitle":"Oh the Places You'll Go After Graduation!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fonzi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8518478_orig.jpg?crop=2308,2308,x715,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657581585535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8518478"},{"teacherId":8518478,"projectId":8500433,"letterContent":"This school year my students absolutely love sports, soccer being their favorite! I now have a library that can supplement their interests and their love for reading has soared! Many of the new books have math concepts in them, specifically how to work with statistics, find a player's scoring average, and solve complicated word problems. \r\n\r\nSome of the other novels donated had real life stories tailored to preteens and teenagers, which my students connected with. These books also offered practical solutions for many of life's problems modeling positive examples to my students. Several of my more shy students particularly enjoyed these stories and opportunities for relatability. \r\n\r\nThank you for your generous donations, students are engaged and excited about reading! You are helping turn students into lifelong readers!","fullyFundedDate":1728312613496,"projectUrl":"project/sixth-grade-book-drive/8500433/","projectTitle":"Sixth Grade Book Drive!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fonzi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8518478_orig.jpg?crop=2308,2308,x715,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657581585535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8518478"},{"teacherId":9256089,"projectId":9173834,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting us to get baby dolls for our preschool. We have introduced the babies to our students and given them each a name (Mia, Roma, Dina, and Koa). The students love the babies and have been so curious about them. \r\n\r\nThey are placed in a part of our play area that has a baby high chair, bottles, a bed, and blankets. The students pretend play with them during our Exploration Play. We talk with them about how to take care of them in the way that they hold them and move them around to feed them or put them to bed. They use gentle and caring hands. \r\n\r\nHaving the baby dolls as a part of our classroom community helps and will continue to help us practice nurturing care for others. Thank you again for your support that is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1742914098771,"projectUrl":"project/baby-dolls-help-preschoolers-learn-pra/9173834/","projectTitle":"Baby Dolls Help Preschoolers Learn & Practice Care!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Julie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9256089_orig.jpg?crop=577,577,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696371841742","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9256089"},{"teacherId":8003218,"projectId":8507824,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous donation of good quality headphones. Our reading and math programs that we use daily require listening on the computer. With these headphones, my students are more likely to focus on their work without distracting others. Their ears are now in comfortable cushioned headphones, rather than the plastic, barely foam, ear buds that they used to have. Once they saw the headphones, they were so excited to get to listening to their favorite audiobooks!\r\n\r\nThis year my focus with these students were to encourage them to read more engaging stories. I introduced audiobooks to them in hopes that might get to them to fall in love with a series. Some students can get intimidated when there are too many words on the page. But audiobooks allow my students to enjoy a story without the stresses of printed text. The headphones just add a special feeling of listening to a good book without the worries of the sound going in and out. \r\n\r\nThe headphones not only allow the students to focus independently, they allow myself to teach students in smaller groups. Because everyone is focused, I am able to support the learning of a number of students at a time without the classroom being too loud!","fullyFundedDate":1731541227717,"projectUrl":"project/listen-up-we-need-headphones/8507824/","projectTitle":"Listen Up! We Need Headphones!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Faber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8003218_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629651416725","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8003218"},{"teacherId":3569130,"projectId":8535379,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous hygiene donations! These resources have made a huge difference in our classroom, not just in terms of cleanliness but also in fostering a sense of comfort and well-being among my students. We've been using the donated hygiene products in a variety of ways. For instance, students now have access to hand sanitizers, tissues, and wipes throughout the day, which has helped maintain a healthier environment. In one specific moment, we used the products during a hands-on science experiment. After handling materials, students could easily clean their hands, ensuring they stayed safe and focused on learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the hygiene materials, their reactions were filled with surprise and gratitude. Many of them expressed how they hadn't realized how much they needed these supplies until they saw them all lined up and ready for use. Some even shared how it made them feel more comfortable coming to school knowing that they could stay clean and healthy. It was a powerful reminder of how these everyday essentials are often taken for granted but are crucial for both physical and mental well-being, allowing our students to focus more on their studies.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your incredible generosity. These donations have truly improved our classroom environment and have positively impacted the health and morale of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1723683962292,"projectUrl":"project/hygiene-heros/8535379/","projectTitle":"Hygiene Heros","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3569130_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473889627339","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mathematicianmindset"},{"teacherId":3569130,"projectId":7383640,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our technology initiatives. Your contributions have made a tremendous difference in the lives of our students. Here's a look at how the technology you've helped provide is transforming their learning experience:\r\n\r\n\r\nIn today's classrooms, technology is more than just a tool; it's an integral part of how students engage with lessons, explore new concepts, and develop critical skills. For example, interactive learning platforms allow students to dive deeper into subjects with real-time feedback, enabling them to learn at their own pace. The use of tablets and laptops has facilitated personalized learning, where students can access resources, participate in discussions, and even collaborate with peers from different classes. Technology also empowers teachers to track progress and identify areas where students might need additional help, ensuring no one falls behind.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe most exciting aspect of the new technology is its ability to bring learning to life in ways that were not possible before. Whether it's virtual field trips, interactive simulations, or hands-on experiences in coding and robotics, our students are thrilled by the immersive, engaging opportunities that the technology provides. For example, when studying science, they can explore the human body in 3D or watch a live demonstration of a chemical reaction. These types of learning experiences make abstract concepts more tangible and spark curiosity in ways that traditional methods simply can't match.\r\n\r\n \r\nYes, we've seen students from all backgrounds embrace the technology in different ways. Some of our most excited learners are those who struggle with traditional learning methods. For example, students with learning disabilities have found the interactive nature of educational apps and programs to be incredibly helpful, allowing them to approach tasks in smaller, more manageable steps. Additionally, students who previously lacked confidence in math and science have thrived in these subjects, thanks to the hands-on, visual nature of the tech tools. It's also been particularly rewarding to see our more tech-savvy students take on leadership roles, helping their peers navigate the new tools and encouraging collaboration.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your incredible support. The impact of your contribution goes beyond what can be measured in grades – it's creating excitement, fostering curiosity, and building confidence in our students, who are now better equipped for success in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1684073027677,"projectUrl":"project/thinkers-outside-the-box/7383640/","projectTitle":"Thinkers Outside The Box","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3569130_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473889627339","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mathematicianmindset"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_40661","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":460,"numTeachers":24,"percentFrplEligible":78,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":89,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"19.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":83.5,"schoolId":40661,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Otay Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Otay Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/chula-vista-elementary-school-district/otay-elementary-school/40661"}