{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Manzanita Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":21.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4884127,"projectId":9326669,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of hard-shell covers for the computers in our classroom. Your thoughtful contribution has already made a meaningful impact on our students and their learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe hard-shell covers have quickly become an essential part of our classroom routine. They help protect our devices from accidental bumps, scratches, and everyday wear, ensuring that our technology remains safe and functional for years to come. Beyond the physical protection, these covers provide a wonderful opportunity to teach students about the importance of caring for shared resources and using technology responsibly. Students are learning how to handle the computers carefully and respect classroom materials—skills that will serve them well both now and in the future.\r\n\r\nBecause these covers will remain in the classroom for many years, your generosity is creating a lasting benefit for countless students. Each student can enjoy using a safe and reliable device while exploring, creating, and learning. Knowing that the computers are protected allows students to focus on learning and collaborating without worry, enhancing their educational experience every day.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond simply providing equipment—it helps instill habits of responsibility, respect, and care for technology that students can carry with them throughout their lives. On behalf of my students and their families, I want to express my deepest gratitude. You have made a tangible difference in our classroom, ensuring that our computers will remain safe, functional, and ready to inspire learning for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1746642127817,"projectUrl":"project/computer-covers-for-kinder/9326669/","projectTitle":"Computer Covers for Kinder!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Willison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4884127_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548178019341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ywillison"},{"teacherId":4884127,"projectId":9301315,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of computer sleeves to our classroom. Your thoughtful contribution has made a lasting impact on our students and their learning experience.\r\n\r\nThe computer sleeves have quickly become an essential part of our classroom routine. They have not only helped students keep their devices safe, but they have also provided a valuable opportunity to teach important lessons about technology care and responsibility. Students have learned how to handle their devices carefully, store them properly, and understand the importance of protecting their tools—skills that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nI am thrilled to share that each student was able to take their computer sleeve with them as they advanced to the next grade. This means their devices will remain protected as they continue learning, giving both students and families peace of mind. Knowing that their computers are safe allows students to focus on learning, exploring, and creating without worry. Your donation ensures that these students can carry these lessons and their tools with them for years to come.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes beyond just providing materials—it helps instill lifelong habits of care, responsibility, and respect for technology. On behalf of my students and their families, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your support. You have truly made a difference in our classroom, helping students stay safe, learn essential skills, and confidently move forward in their education.","fullyFundedDate":1746480345698,"projectUrl":"project/computer-caretaking/9301315/","projectTitle":"Computer Caretaking!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Willison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4884127_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548178019341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ywillison"},{"teacherId":4884127,"projectId":9118427,"letterContent":"hope this note finds you well. I am writing to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of the coffee bar toy to our classroom. Your thoughtfulness has brought so much joy, creativity, and learning opportunities to our students, and I am truly grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nThe coffee bar has quickly become a favorite area in our classroom. Beyond the fun and imaginative play it encourages, it has become an invaluable tool for fostering language development. As students engage in role-play, they are practicing conversational skills, learning new vocabulary, and building confidence in expressing themselves. From taking orders and describing flavors to role-playing customer interactions, the coffee bar allows students to develop their communication skills in a natural, joyful, and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nIn addition to supporting language, the coffee bar is also helping our students develop early financial literacy skills. By using play money, counting coins, and making \"transactions,\" children are learning fundamental concepts about numbers, addition, subtraction, and the value of money. These hands-on experiences provide a concrete foundation for math skills while reinforcing problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has created more than just a toy—it has created an environment where students can explore, learn, and grow in multiple areas of development simultaneously. Watching them engage in imaginative play while learning essential life skills has been inspiring and heartwarming. Each day, the coffee bar sparks curiosity, cooperation, and joy, and your donation has made this possible.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and their families, I want to sincerely thank you. Your support enriches our classroom and empowers our students to learn, grow, and thrive. We are deeply appreciative of your generosity and the positive impact it has made on our students' education and development.","fullyFundedDate":1742959245485,"projectUrl":"project/will-that-be-hot-or-iced-coffee/9118427/","projectTitle":"Will That be Hot or Iced Coffee?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Willison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4884127_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548178019341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ywillison"},{"teacherId":4884127,"projectId":9118392,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution of the kindergarten graduation bears for my classroom. Your thoughtfulness has brought so much joy to our students and has helped create a truly memorable celebration for them.\r\n\r\nKindergarten is such a special year, full of first experiences, discoveries, and milestones. These little bears are more than just gifts—they are symbols of accomplishment, friendship, and the love that surrounds our students as they grow. Each child was thrilled to receive their bear, and I am happy to share that every single student was able to take their special bear home. Seeing their excitement and pride was truly unforgettable, and it reminded all of us how impactful acts of generosity can be.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped make our graduation celebration meaningful and filled with joy. The bears will serve as a lasting keepsake of their first school year and as a reminder of the caring community that surrounds them. Gestures like yours inspire children to dream big, be kind, and value the joy of giving and receiving.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and their families, I want to sincerely thank you for your generosity. Your gift has made a tangible difference in our classroom and in the hearts of our students. We are so grateful for your support and hope you know how much your contribution was appreciated and cherished.","fullyFundedDate":1742925844434,"projectUrl":"project/a-beary-memorable-kinder-year/9118392/","projectTitle":"A \"Beary\" Memorable Kinder Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Willison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4884127_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548178019341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ywillison"},{"teacherId":9755133,"projectId":9061041,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom. We have spent the last 6 weeks, reading and studying Three Strike Summer. It includes themes of resilience, perseverance and moxie. \r\nWe learned about Gloria and her family, who lost their farm in Oklahoma to the Dust Bowl. Looking for work, they headed to California to join thousands of other migrant workers in the Central Valley. We were able see how the history of California's migrant workers affected the Willard family, and all the other families in their same predicament. We discussed workers rights, and the movements of Caesar Chavez and his supporters. \r\nIn addition, we also got to see how one little girl had just enough guts to hang with the big dogs (the boys on the baseball team). Her will to find space in an all boys crew was inspiring to watch. We were all rooting for Glo as she continuously proved herself to be as tough and determined as they come. Finally, we found that teamwork, friendship, and a little mischief can make even the most awful situations a little easier to bear.","fullyFundedDate":1738805049433,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-read/9061041/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Read","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9755133"},{"teacherId":4884127,"projectId":8622082,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving our class and community everlasting memories! We are so grateful to have your support and generosity this school year! We were so excited to see the boxes arrive and even more excited when we opened them! \r\n\r\nEach box will contain all of the work we are working on this school year and are so happy to fill each box! Each box will be filled up with our art, writing, math, science, and feelings! We again are so grateful for your support and kindness! 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