{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Robert L Mueller Charter School","outOfStateSupporters":26.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10552721,"projectId":10429786,"letterContent":"Impact Letter\r\n\r\n\r\nThe new resources have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom! My students are using the notebooks and classroom supplies to create interactive ELA notebooks and math toolkits. These resources allow students to organize their learning in a hands-on way, while the charts in their math toolkits provide visual supports they can refer to when working through challenging problems. We are also using the new board games as another way for students to reward themselves for their hard work during Fun Friday. Having more board game options has been especially motivating for my students.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, they were excited to explore everything and eager to put the supplies to use. The board games were a big hit, and students immediately began talking about which games they wanted to play. It was wonderful to see how something as simple as having more choices for Fun Friday could motivate students to stay focused and complete their work throughout the week. The new materials have helped make learning more interactive while also giving students something positive to look forward to.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue building our interactive ELA notebooks and adding to our math toolkits as we learn new skills and strategies. Students will use their charts and other resources as references during math lessons and independent work, helping them become more confident and independent learners. Thank you for giving my students these opportunities and for providing resources that support both their learning and their joy in the classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1786471268628,"projectUrl":"project/tech-free-enrichment/10429786/","projectTitle":"Tech-Free Enrichment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Conejo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10552721_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785005313767","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10552721"},{"teacherId":8437873,"projectId":10326125,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring hands-on science and engineering to life for my sixth graders! The ChompSaw Inventor's Bundles have given my students a safe and exciting way to turn their ideas into 3-D models and working prototypes. Instead of simply imagining how a design might work, students can now measure, cut, build, test, and revise their creations. They were eager to transform ordinary cardboard into something they had designed themselves.\r\n\r\nThese tools have also changed the way my students approach challenges. During our engineering design work, students are learning that the first idea does not always work, and that testing and revision are an important part of being an engineer. They are collaborating with classmates, thinking spatially, solving problems, and using recycled materials in creative ways. As we move forward, students will continue designing and refining prototypes connected to our physical and earth science units. Thank you for giving my students the opportunity to experience science as something they can build, test, improve, and make real!","fullyFundedDate":1781620649550,"projectUrl":"project/cardboard-engineers-chompsaws-for-6th-g/10326125/","projectTitle":"Cardboard Engineers: ChompSaws for 6th Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ortega Crestik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8437873_orig.jpg?crop=4000,4000,x0,y306&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1780713793505","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8437873"},{"teacherId":8437873,"projectId":10325826,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping transform our sixth-grade classroom! Our backpack carts have made an immediate difference. With 32 students sharing a smaller space, having a designated place for every backpack has helped keep our floors clear, our walkways safe, and our transitions much smoother! My students were excited to see the new storage system and quickly took ownership of keeping their belongings organized. It has been wonderful to watch them move through the room confidently without backpacks underfoot or piled around their chairs.\r\n\r\nNow that our classroom has a little more breathing room, we can put that space toward learning and collaboration. Whether we are gathering for whole-group instruction, working with partners, or moving into small-group activities, students can focus on the task at hand rather than navigating around their belongings. Your generosity has done more than provide a storage solution, as it has helped create a classroom where my students feel comfortable, responsible, and ready to learn. Thank you for investing in my sixth graders and in the Mueller community that means so much to me!","fullyFundedDate":1781620649353,"projectUrl":"project/maximized-learning-space-easy-access-ba/10325826/","projectTitle":"Maximized Learning Space: Easy-Access Backpack Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ortega Crestik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8437873_orig.jpg?crop=4000,4000,x0,y306&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1780713793505","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8437873"},{"teacherId":1017488,"projectId":10234978,"letterContent":"I am happy to report that our students made a great impact on our community. They were able to create 24 birthday in a bags for our community food pantry. This was such a fun way for our young students to feel they made a difference beyond our classroom and school. \r\n\r\nThe day the items started arriving at my class, the kids started bubbling with excitement. They were so excited to bring some joy to some people who, they might not know, but could certainly use some sunshine in their day. The kids had a blast picking a birthday bag, matching the decor and writing a quick note of kindness. \r\n\r\nWhen we delivered the bags to South Bay Community Services, they were impressed by how much love and attention our students put into this project. And all of this was possible because of donors like YOU! They were impressed by the girls who presented our project and how they knew why it was important to our community. You have lit the spark of community service in some little kids with big hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1778121962781,"projectUrl":"project/sprinkles-of-joy-one-bag-at-a-time/10234978/","projectTitle":"Sprinkles of Joy, One Bag at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Quinlan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1017488_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452534364150","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kquinlan"},{"teacherId":10552721,"projectId":10382288,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring new books into our classroom! These books are giving our students opportunities to build important reading skills while exploring new ideas, characters, and experiences. Through these books, students are practicing comprehension, learning new vocabulary, and developing a deeper understanding of stories. We have also implemented \"Drop Everything and Read,\" giving students dedicated time to choose a book, settle in, and enjoy reading independently. This routine has helped make reading a meaningful and consistent part of our classroom while encouraging students to develop their own interests and preferences as readers.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting changes has been seeing how much these new books have increased student interest in reading. Students are eagerly choosing the new books during \"Drop Everything and Read\" and are even requesting to take them home over the weekend so they can continue reading. It has been especially rewarding to see students become excited about books and want to spend more time reading outside of the classroom. Your generosity has helped us create a classroom where students are discovering the joy of reading, building confidence in their abilities, and becoming more enthusiastic readers. Thank you for making these experiences possible!","fullyFundedDate":1785269340828,"projectUrl":"project/curating-a-new-library/10382288/","projectTitle":"Curating a New Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Conejo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10552721_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785005313767","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10552721"},{"teacherId":6641854,"projectId":10165571,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for our classroom printer and our chair backs! As my new class (some of them with me last year and some new students) walked into the room this new school year they were amazed at how colorful and organized their desks and classroom was.\r\n\r\n The kids love having the extra space in their desks with having their chair backs to store things into. They place such items as their leadership binders, headphones and i-pad kick stands, word cards, and password cards all within the pockets in them. Now everything does not have to cram into their desks and are within easy reach for when they need them. No more shuffling things around to find what we need either. This saves so much time when we make transitions from one activity to the next!\r\n\r\nThe printer has made all our colorful supplies possible. I have been able to make so many beginning of the year materials! I have also created new bulletin boards that the kids can add to as the year goes on. Finally, being able to make that one more copy that somebody needs after losing the original is so much easier now due to the printer also being a copier! This has been a saving grace for us already! I can see this new printer is going to come in handy all year long.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generous donation to our classroom! Room 402 at Mueller Charter School really appreciates it!","fullyFundedDate":1778123149253,"projectUrl":"project/being-one-with-color-and-organization/10165571/","projectTitle":"Being One with Color and Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wold","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6641854_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572050345085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6641854"},{"teacherId":10482592,"projectId":10205619,"letterContent":"The tools and resources have already made a noticeable impact on my classroom by creating a more positive, engaging, and supportive learning environment. The calming corner has become a valuable space where students can take a moment to regulate their emotions before returning to learning. As students have become more aware of their feelings and learned strategies to calm themselves, they have been able to refocus more quickly, resulting in fewer classroom disruptions and increased participation during lessons.\r\n\r\nThe classroom jobs, kindness notes, reward systems, and hands-on learning activities have also strengthened our classroom community. Students have shown greater responsibility by taking ownership of their classroom jobs and have become more intentional about recognizing and encouraging one another through acts of kindness. Replacing excessive computer time with interactive games and collaborative activities has increased student engagement, communication, and teamwork. These tools have not only supported academic learning but have also helped students build confidence, independence, and positive relationships with their peers, creating a classroom where every student feels valued and motivated to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1778122053979,"projectUrl":"project/calm-minds-kind-hearts-ready-to-learn/10205619/","projectTitle":"Calm Minds, Kind Hearts, Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10482592"},{"teacherId":8041630,"projectId":10175242,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations. I was able to set up our new LED light boards and try them out with my summer school students. They were so excited to be able to write while we have our galaxy projectors going. I will also be able to teach them about 3D printing and have them make their own fidgets with the keyboard switches and filament. My students are so excited to have new gratitude journals this year. It was a big hit with my class and their families last year, so I am thankful they get another opportunity to use them this year. Thank you for the amazing contributions to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1781620649702,"projectUrl":"project/helping-our-classroom-glow-and-grow/10175242/","projectTitle":"Helping Our Classroom Glow and Grow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sevilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8041630"},{"teacherId":1468186,"projectId":10200468,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom! Technology has become an important tool in our classroom because it helps students engage more deeply with their learning. Rather than simply receiving information, students can interact with lessons, practice skills at their own pace, and receive immediate feedback. The technology also allows me to differentiate instruction, providing additional support for students who need it while offering enrichment opportunities for those who are ready for greater challenges. As a result, students are more engaged, confident, and motivated to learn.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about this new technology is the interactive experience it provides. They love being able to explore concepts in creative ways, collaborate with classmates, and take a more active role in their learning. The novelty of using modern tools in the classroom has generated tremendous enthusiasm, and students are eager to use IXL during lessons.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially benefited from and embraced this new technology. Some of my quieter students have gained confidence because the tools allow them to participate and demonstrate their understanding in ways that feel comfortable to them. Students who sometimes struggle with traditional instruction have also responded positively because the technology offers immediate feedback and opportunities to practice independently. It has been wonderful to see these students become more engaged, take academic risks, and experience success in new ways.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make these opportunities possible. Your generosity is providing students with meaningful learning experiences and preparing them with skills they will use throughout their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1777750664724,"projectUrl":"project/practice-makes-progress/10200468/","projectTitle":"Practice Makes Progress","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Paa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1468186_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1456806445586","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jessica-paa"},{"teacherId":4463058,"projectId":9904066,"letterContent":"My goal has been to incorporate literature circles back into the classroom, but I found that my students reading levels this year are so diverse from 1st grade level to 8th grade level. I truly appreciate this project being funded, because it has allowed my students to fall back in love with reading in a social setting. \r\n\r\nNot only have literature circles been added back to our language arts program, but the funding of this project allowed me to incorporate an updated core lit novel study. I know that it may be to difficult for a small portion of my students, but the majority of my class has absolutely loved reading \"Harry Potter\". I will also be using this novel when teaching summer school with middle school students this summer.","fullyFundedDate":1763599886389,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-excited-about-reading-as-a-cla/9904066/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Excited About Reading as a Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4463058"},{"teacherId":4463058,"projectId":9904235,"letterContent":"Students and honestly our human population are so connected to technology that my goal this year has been to use limited technology for \"free choice\" or \"rewards\" in my classroom. So by providing boardgames as an incentive students have learned how to interact and socialize with one another. \r\n\r\nIn addition, the art of being able to sit around a table and talk and play a \"family\" board game has been lost, but not in our classroom! Students love to complete their weekly assignments to earn this award as a grade-level and my classroom has been use as \"Goals Met Monday\" hub for all students amongst our five classes that successfully completed their tasks from the prior week. Students love having the opportunity to play checkers or battleship against one another!","fullyFundedDate":1769132789982,"projectUrl":"project/positive-socializing-get-kids-off-o/9904235/","projectTitle":"Positive Socializing .....Get Kids Off of Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4463058"},{"teacherId":8041630,"projectId":10169551,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of pencils and school supplies to our 1st and 2nd grade classroom. Your support has made a meaningful impact on our students and their learning experience.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, every child now has the supplies they need to participate confidently in daily lessons, complete their work, and stay engaged in learning. Simple tools like pencils, post its, notebooks, and other classroom materials help create an environment where students can focus, be creative, and feel prepared for success.\r\n\r\nYour generosity allows our classroom resources to go even further. Most importantly, your donation reminds our students that there are caring people in the community who believe in them and their education.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' future and helping our classroom thrive. 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