{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Turner Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":65.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9085109,"projectId":9714807,"letterContent":"The wireless printer is helping my TK students learn by allowing us to quickly print learning materials, student work, and visual supports that reinforce lessons. Having immediate access to printed resources supports hands-on learning, early literacy, and fine motor development, while keeping students engaged and on track.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my TK students is seeing their work printed right away, it feels special and motivating to them. Students who benefit from visual feedback or extra encouragement show pride and excitement when they receive their printed work and eagerly share it with classmates and family.","fullyFundedDate":1763474702785,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-prints-tk-printer/9714807/","projectTitle":"Little Learners, Big Prints: TK Printer Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Herrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9085109_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733000183925","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9085109"},{"teacherId":9085109,"projectId":9866090,"letterContent":"The headphones are helping my TK students learn by allowing them to focus more closely on lessons during our computer time activities. They reduce classroom noise and distractions, which helps my young students follow directions, practice phonics, and engage more independently with learning apps at their own pace.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my TK students most about the new headphones is that they feel special and grown-up using them. Many of my students who struggle to stay engaged have really warmed to the headphones, especially those who benefit from quieter learning environments. These students are more attentive, calm, and confident, and they often show pride in putting on their headphones and starting their work independently.","fullyFundedDate":1763474805936,"projectUrl":"project/wireless-headphones-in-tk-learning/9866090/","projectTitle":"Wireless Headphones in TK Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Herrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9085109_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733000183925","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9085109"},{"teacherId":8306845,"projectId":9302838,"letterContent":"The book Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus has had a meaningful impact on my students, both in the skills they are developing and in the personal connection they are making. Through this novel, students have practice important reading strategies, such as analyzing character development, and especially making text-to-self connections. This story helps my students think about empathy and what it means to embrace differences. \r\n\r\nIn our classroom, the students have been reading independently and in small groups, often pausing to discuss big ideas and surprise moments in the text. We discuss the challenges that the characters go through and often share their own perspective during classroom discussions.\r\n\r\nSome students, in particular, have been especially engaged with this book. Students have found Aven's journey to be inspirational, and her courage has made them feel more confident about facing their own challenges. Students are also drawn to the humor and heartfelt friendship in the story.","fullyFundedDate":1750437211847,"projectUrl":"project/reading-together-growing-together/9302838/","projectTitle":"Reading Together, Growing Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Costello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8306845"},{"teacherId":9085109,"projectId":8891661,"letterContent":"My TK students and I are using the new resources for our light table in our classroom to offer a unique sensory and learning experience. \r\n\r\nThe materials on the light table, like the translucent manipulatives, are being used to sort, count, and used to create patterns, all while exploring light and color. \r\n\r\nThe materials have also facilitated sensory play, color exploration, and shadow play, sparking creativity and development. By using a variety of these new materials and encouraging exploration, this has become a powerful tool for learning and development in my TK classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1739366809804,"projectUrl":"project/light-study-materials/8891661/","projectTitle":"Light Study Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Herrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9085109_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733000183925","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9085109"},{"teacherId":9085109,"projectId":8922207,"letterContent":"My students and I are using the new dollhouse for imaginative play. Students stay engaged and enjoy it so much. During free choice this center is very popular.\r\nMy students reacted with such enthusiasm and excitement when they first saw the new dollhouse. It was great to see those smiling faces. \r\nMy next steps for my students on a current classroom lesson or project is that they make connections to our current studies. They can relate to their own experiences and have an excellent time interacting with their peers.","fullyFundedDate":1731940462329,"projectUrl":"project/imaginative-playdollhouse/8922207/","projectTitle":"Imaginative Play/Dollhouse","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Herrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9085109_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733000183925","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9085109"},{"teacherId":9085109,"projectId":8891663,"letterContent":"My students and I are using the new resources during center time. They get to manipulate the architecture materials to pretend and create. The students make connections to what we are studying, like when we were studying architecture. \r\n\r\nThe students reacted with such enthusiasm and excitement when they first saw the materials. Looking at their smiling faces was priceless. \r\n\r\nMy next steps for my TK students on a current classroom lesson or project is too use the resources to tie them to our next grocery store study.","fullyFundedDate":1731940441058,"projectUrl":"project/architecture-study-resources/8891663/","projectTitle":"Architecture Study Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Herrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9085109_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733000183925","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9085109"},{"teacherId":9085109,"projectId":8820251,"letterContent":"My TK students have been having such a great time using the light table. They stay engaged using the different hands on materials to build with like the magna tiles. The light table is age appropriate and the students can easily access it. The light table is a high quality resource that will be enjoyed for years to come. When we first got the light table they were very excited and happy to start using it! My students use this light table everyday and it continues to be as popular as the very first day we got it!","fullyFundedDate":1731940501670,"projectUrl":"project/light-table/8820251/","projectTitle":"Light Table","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Herrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9085109_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733000183925","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9085109"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_77747","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":573,"numTeachers":25,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":30,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":50,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"22.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":34.6,"schoolId":77747,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Turner Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Turner Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/fresno-unified-school-district/turner-elementary-school/77747"}
Join the 687 supporters who believe in this school.
About this school
Turner Elementary School is
an urban public school
in Fresno, California that is part of Fresno Unified School District.
It serves 573 students
in grades Pre-K - 6 with a student/teacher ratio of 22.9:1.
Its teachers have had 112 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Boost support for this school! Share this page with friends, family, alumni, and fellow supporters. Every connection helps teachers get the supplies they need and shows how much your community cares about its students.
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for public school teachers.
Every donation funds real needs — pencils, books, lab equipment, art supplies, and more — helping students learn and thrive. We ship supplies directly to the school, and you'll see exactly where each dollar goes.
of students receive free or reduced price lunch
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
Source: the National Center for Education Statistics
91%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
Data about school demographics comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. The numbers in this chart may not add up to 100% because of limitations in the available data.
Turner Elementary School Support on DonorsChoose
Last updated Jan 14, 2026
DonorsChoose makes it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students
in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education.
Turner Elementary School
$60,014
raised using DonorsChoose
112
projects
funded
24
teachers
funded
687
donors
6
projects
for
basic supplies
19
projects for
technology
12
projects for
books
3
projects
for
art supplies
Turner Elementary School has received support from
238 individuals from California and
449 individuals out-of-state.
