{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Beardslee Academy","outOfStateSupporters":21.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9103191,"projectId":9405837,"letterContent":"I was able to have my students read the Scholastic Science news magazine today! I only ordered a set of 12 per month, but I'm keeping all the magazines so students can read them throughout the year, and so I have enough so all students have a copy at the same time.\r\n\r\nSo far my students told me that they read about a tiny water-bear bug, which lead to a discussion about mites living on people's skin, a gross topic-but it captured their attention and searched online for more information. They also were able to go online and see what accompanying material is available and the first thing that popped up was a video of a bat on a treadmill, which of course they found fascinating. The students said the online portal was great with lots of videos and trivia games about the magazine's content where they can compete against their classmates for points. \r\n\r\nThe students seemed eager to have more time exploring the magazines and digital content and shared their fond memories of reading the Scholastic magazine in their elementary years. Thank you so much for your gift that covered the subscription price!","fullyFundedDate":1749673118661,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-science-with-current-events/9405837/","projectTitle":"Engaging Science with Current Events","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeSevilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9103191_orig.jpg?crop=897,897,x138,y481&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689480978311","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9103191"},{"teacherId":9103191,"projectId":9399173,"letterContent":"A few days after the maintenance staff installed the map on the wall I asked the students if they noticed the new thing hanging on the wall. Most did, and said they thought it was a white screen for a projector. Only three students knew it was a map. When I pulled on the handle the gasps, oohs, & ahhs that came out of the students were incredible to hear. One students said that they've never seen such a big map before, most had never seen such a map except a museums. Since then I've pulled down the map at least every three days. I pulled out the map and the students found Mt. Everest on the map when we discussed elevation in math. I've pulled the map down to show that parts of Europe had similar climates to the United States because they are the same distance from the equator in science when discussing the differences among Celsius and Fahrenheit. Today I provided my students with blank maps of the US and had them color in the man in the middle of the map, put a star where our school is located in California, and marked the location of many important parts of the US. Having these maps in my room is making a huge difference in my day to day teaching. Thank you so very much for providing the funds to make this happen, it is a dream come true.","fullyFundedDate":1749419126551,"projectUrl":"project/a-broader-view-of-the-world/9399173/","projectTitle":"A Broader View of the World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeSevilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9103191_orig.jpg?crop=897,897,x138,y481&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689480978311","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9103191"},{"teacherId":1349367,"projectId":9755307,"letterContent":"We received the majority of our puzzles today! It was like our birthday and Christmas all rolled up in one. The kids (and my staff) were so, so very excited!!! We immediately opened the two very large lakeshore boxes and started going through, looking at each new puzzle. One of the puzzles that the kids really loved looking and playing with was the emotions puzzle. They took each piece of and immediately recognized happy and sad. They were unsure what \"angry\" meant, but a few showed me with their expressions. Have you ever seen a cute little, normally super happy girl give you a very \"angry\" look? I told her she looked so angry that it scared me, which immediately made her laugh. But of course she loved my reaction, so she continued to show me the angry puzzle piece and her angry face. The other puzzles the kids played with today included the alphabet puzzles. One of my little boys loved holding the umbrella pretending to cover his head while singing a U song. I wasn't familiar with the song and asked him to sing it again which he did. As a teacher this makes my heart so happy! The engagement, attention to task, socialization, understanding emotions, and language development were all skills that were practiced by your generous donation to our big puzzle project. We thank you so much for your generosity and helping our students build their skills.","fullyFundedDate":1759175245126,"projectUrl":"project/piece-by-piece-growing-early-learners/9755307/","projectTitle":"Piece by Piece: Growing Early Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1349367_orig.jpg?crop=944,944,x16,y124&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598743752815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mavila"},{"teacherId":1349367,"projectId":6482264,"letterContent":"Having magnatiles in my classroom has been a great toy for my students. My students often come into my classroom without basic play skills including using toys in the manner they were intended. These magnatiles allow for creativity and engagement. My students play with these by building houses, enclosures for the animals and they like to stack them to build towers taller than they are. We are so lucky that we were able to get so many magnatiles with this project that we have enough for students to all play together. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1653936457665,"projectUrl":"project/come-see-the-attraction/6482264/","projectTitle":"Come See the Attraction!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1349367_orig.jpg?crop=944,944,x16,y124&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598743752815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mavila"},{"teacherId":1349367,"projectId":9743965,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all our wonderful supplies! Those outside of early childhood and education may not know the importance of sensory supplies but they are! We explore materials by using measuring tools to work on math skills. Would you know that you can hide items inside a sensory bin and have students explore the materials? This is a great way for my little ones to engage and attend to tasks in a fun manner. This is definitely an area that is a challenge for my students with special needs. Thank you for making it easier for my students to learn through play. We appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1758623728274,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-tools-for-growing-minds/9743965/","projectTitle":"Sensory Tools for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1349367_orig.jpg?crop=944,944,x16,y124&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598743752815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mavila"},{"teacherId":1349367,"projectId":9744178,"letterContent":"We are loving all our space theme materials! The books have given us a good foundation for space vocabulary like astronaut, rockets, moon, sun, and all the planets! We then take this new information and vocabulary and apply it while we are exploring our new space theme puzzles, and manipulatives. We have created giant sensory bins with kinetic sand and added our space rocks, astronauts, rockets, and rovers. \r\nOh but my favorite part of this project? The three individual space theme sensory bins nothing has been easier for me, but the kids have really loved exploring the colorful rocks, the Pom Pom planets, and the giant brightly colored alien. \r\nThank you so much again! Our excited is out of this world!","fullyFundedDate":1758642954966,"projectUrl":"project/launching-literacy-theough-space-explora/9744178/","projectTitle":"Launching Literacy theough Space Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1349367_orig.jpg?crop=944,944,x16,y124&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598743752815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mavila"},{"teacherId":1349367,"projectId":9744304,"letterContent":"I know most teachers are able to describe how their students reacted when the students first see the materials, however I would like to first start off how I reacted. I was overwhelmed when my project was first completed in less that 24 hours! It is overwhelming to me that there are so many generous people and companies that support my classroom whether they know me or my students directly, or are just supporting education. As I received each package, for the sake of sounding cheesy, my heart did a little dance. \r\nNow I want to tell you how my kids reacted by giving you one example of how these gifts are introduced. The magnetic ball ramps I knew would be a hit with a couple of students who are OBSESSED with balls and things that roll! I first showed them the two boxes. A couple of students that understood that we were about to do something fun came over. My assistants brought the rest of the class over to where I was. I explained we were going to open a present together. As I open the box, I could see some engagement and excitement in a few more students. When I opened the box I realized that each piece was individually wrapped! While this might be frustrating for some, this is yet another way to engage and creates a teachable moment. My little ones struggle with fine motor skills. I showed them and modeled how to\r\nTake the pieces out of the bag and how the magnets keeps it from falling on the magnetic cabinet. Oh they were so excited and eager to help. While some struggles my assistants helped show them again how to open the individual packets. I'm happy to report that they all figured out how to open and take out each piece. \r\nOnce the pieces were on the cabinet I showed them how to arrange them. Then the balls came out! Woah! The kids were super eager to play. And this is why I knew this would be such a great resource. Without these materials they are unsure on how to engage and participate with toys and leisure activities. \r\nFrom the bottom of my heart thank you so much for giving my students opportunities to play, share, and engage.","fullyFundedDate":1758598154543,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-minds-at-work-building-creati/9744304/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Minds at Work: Building, Creating, Discovering!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1349367_orig.jpg?crop=944,944,x16,y124&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598743752815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mavila"},{"teacherId":1349367,"projectId":6504650,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my preschool special education students. Math skills such as counting, number identification, sorting, colors, and patterns are so important—and having engaging, hands-on materials makes all the difference.\r\n\r\nWith your generosity, my students explore exciting new resources like the Numbers Counting Magnetic Activity Tins, the Numbers Counting Folder Game Library, the Patterning & Sorting Folder Game Library, the It's a Snap Patterning Center, and the Linking Number Monkeys. Each of these materials is interactive, hands-on, and designed to capture their interest while helping them practice core math concepts.\r\n\r\nMy students will love manipulating these materials as they count, sort, and make patterns. These activities will not only strengthen their math skills, but also boost their confidence, independence, and engagement in learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and for helping give my students the strong math foundations they deserve.","fullyFundedDate":1660157985436,"projectUrl":"project/123-lets-count/6504650/","projectTitle":"1,2,3 Let’s Count!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1349367_orig.jpg?crop=944,944,x16,y124&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598743752815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mavila"},{"teacherId":1349367,"projectId":6504462,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project for my special education preschool students. In our classroom, we focus on building essential skills such as functional play and learning how to play with others. These are not just fun activities—they are powerful tools for helping my students develop social skills, cooperation, and confidence.\r\n\r\nWith your generous support, my students now have materials that spark their creativity and encourage cooperative play. They love building ramps and rolling wooden balls, working together to discover how things move. The families and trucks will provide endless opportunities for them to strengthen their fine motor skills and grow their language abilities while engaging in meaningful play.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps create a classroom full of joyful learning, where my students practice socializing, exploring, and imagining together. I am so grateful for your generosity and the impact it will have on my students' growth.","fullyFundedDate":1662564541020,"projectUrl":"project/lets-build-it/6504462/","projectTitle":"Let’s Build It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1349367_orig.jpg?crop=944,944,x16,y124&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598743752815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mavila"},{"teacherId":1349367,"projectId":6427681,"letterContent":"I love seeing my students learn! Nothing is more exciting than watching their faces light up when they recognize the letters of their names. Have you ever heard a child proudly say, \"That's an M like my name!\"? Moments like these remind me why early literacy is so powerful and joyful.\r\n\r\nWith your support, my students have had the chance to explore letters in fun, hands-on ways. At our light table, they have used translucent letters to discover the differences between uppercase and lowercase. They also got to play alphabet bowling—imagine the excitement of setting up the letters in their names and knocking them down for a strike! These activities not only help build early reading skills but also help children feel confident, curious, and proud of their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me create meaningful learning experiences for my students. With your generosity, I know we'll spark a lifelong love of reading and discovery.","fullyFundedDate":1652817591542,"projectUrl":"project/woah-abcdefun/6427681/","projectTitle":"Woah ABCDEFun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1349367_orig.jpg?crop=944,944,x16,y124&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598743752815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mavila"},{"teacherId":10164122,"projectId":9564242,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contribution to our classroom. I have seen such a difference in my students' ability to stay focused and complete assignments. \r\n\r\nMy students understand that there are different spots in the classroom they can go to when they are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or when they just need some quiet time to wonder or to rest.\r\n\r\nOver the past few months, I have been able to observe how they have used these new additions, and the love it! \r\n\r\nMy students are sooooooooo very happy, thanks'","fullyFundedDate":1755007885131,"projectUrl":"project/a-quite-peaceful-spot/9564242/","projectTitle":"A Quite Peaceful Spot!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10164122"},{"teacherId":5193333,"projectId":9136849,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your donation. Your generous contribution made it possible for our special education class to receive a very special package: live caterpillars, worms and ladybugs!\r\nThe excitement in the classroom was truly wonderful to see. This donation has given my students a powerful, hands-on learning experience that goes far beyond a textbook. Watching the caterpillars transform into butterflies and the ladybugs emerge has become a real-life science lesson, teaching them about being gentle with living things. It has also provided opportunities to practice important skills, from daily responsibility to working together.\r\nYour support has not only enriched our curriculum but has also shown my students that people in our community care about their education and success. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and for helping us create such a memorable and impactful learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1741997162716,"projectUrl":"project/spring-time-bug-fun/9136849/","projectTitle":"Spring Time Bug Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carlos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5193333_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519868707541","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5193333"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_25138","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":501,"numTeachers":17,"percentFrplEligible":78,"percentAsian":7,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":11,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":63,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"29.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR District Weighted Average","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":null},"inStateSupporters":78.4,"schoolId":25138,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Beardslee Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Beardslee Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/duarte-unified-school-district/beardslee-elementary-school/25138"}