{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sparks Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1339719,"projectId":9384936,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a more engaging and interactive learning space! The double-sided whiteboards have sparked excitement among my second graders. The freedom to write on one side and draw on the other is a great benefit. This simple feature helps make a big difference in keeping students focused and productive.\r\n\r\nThe thin markers have also been a huge hit. Their size makes them easier for little hands to grip, helping students practice proper pencil-holding technique while writing letters and solving math problems. It's a small detail, but it's had a big impact on their handwriting and confidence.\r\n\r\nThe $100 Teachers Pay Teachers gift card has opened up exciting new possibilities for our lessons. I have been able to purchase activities that spark curiosity and joy. The students' enthusiasm is a direct result of your support.\r\n\r\nTo show their appreciation, each student wrote a personal thank-you card and drew a picture. Their messages—like \"You made our classroom more fun!\" and \"Thank you for helping our brains grow!\"—reflect the joy and gratitude they feel. Your kindness has made a lasting impression on their hearts and minds.","fullyFundedDate":1758856138270,"projectUrl":"project/scribble-solve-succeed-whiteboards-/9384936/","projectTitle":"Scribble, Solve, Succeed: Whiteboards & TPT Magic for 2nd Graders!”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Girvan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1339719_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1653415336773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/girvan"},{"teacherId":1492116,"projectId":8751047,"letterContent":"Thank you isn't enough to express my gratitude. It's unbelievable how something as seemingly simple as a sandbox can make such a huge impact on little learners. Talk about a popular recess activity!\r\n\r\nThe sandboxes that you donated to purchase have given our students an alternative to running aimlessly at recess. The way the boys and girls sit and collaborate in such a calm way in the sandbox really is amazing. Children who tend to get into quarrels on the playground equipment are able to play so nicely with their peers in the sandbox.\r\n\r\nThe sandboxes have also worked to facilitate more interaction from our students with varying degrees of social anxiety and autism. This activity creates a safe and common interest for students who wouldn't usually interact to play together for extended periods of time.\r\n\r\nThank you for the lasting impact you've made!","fullyFundedDate":1733200507758,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-sensory-calming/8751047/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Sensory Calming","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Di Pietro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1492116_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675822134180","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dipietrotk"},{"teacherId":175996,"projectId":8837490,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when we received the wonderful books that your donations made possible. I have read many of them as a read aloud and my students enjoyed them and they were very engaged with the books. They are now the most popular books in my library. \r\n I have used many of the books to create writing prompts. After I read a book and discussed it, we would create a graphic organizer to map out the story or lesson. My students would then use this to develop their writing. It has really made a big difference in my students writing and love of reading. \r\n My ELD students especially love these books with the colorful images and great lessons that are presented.","fullyFundedDate":1729499008464,"projectUrl":"project/reading-for-success/8837490/","projectTitle":"Reading for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Grantham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp175996_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1500586261001","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/175996"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_29815","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":426,"numTeachers":18,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":91,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"23.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":73.0,"schoolId":29815,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sparks Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sparks Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/hacienda-la-puente-usd/sparks-elementary-school/29815"}

Sparks Elementary School

Join the 122 supporters who believe in this school.

About this school

Sparks Elementary School is a suburban public school in La Puente, California that is part of Hacienda-la Puente Usd. It serves 426 students in grades Pre-K - 6 with a student/teacher ratio of 23.7:1. Its teachers have had 48 projects funded on DonorsChoose.

Equity Focus School

Support towards this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Public School

Title 1

Grades Pre-K - 6

426 Students

18 Teachers

15151 Temple Ave

La Puente, CA 91744 View local requests

Evidence-based impact

Inspire teachers to stay in the classroom and boost student achievement.¹

Give to this school

Ms. Vero, a DonorsChoose teacher for 9 years.

Kindergarten teacher at PS81 - Robert J. Christen School in Bronx, NY

Sparks Elementary School Teachers on DonorsChoose

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. Each classroom request for funding was created by a classroom teacher and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.

See how DonorsChoose works

Sparks Elementary School Demographics

95%

of students receive free or reduced price lunch

Source: the National Center for Education Statistics

95%

of students are Black, Latino, Native American, or Asian

Schools in districts that mainly serve students of color receive substantially less state and local support than similar districts that serve primarily White students. Learn more about this gap, why it exists, and how you can help close it.

Sparks Elementary School Support on DonorsChoose Last updated Dec 14, 2025

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.

Sparks Elementary School

$18,523

raised using DonorsChoose

projects funded

teachers funded

122

donors

projects for basic supplies

projects for technology

projects for books

projects for art supplies

Sparks Elementary School has received support from 89 individuals from California and 33 individuals out-of-state.

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season! Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

Sparks Elementary School

About this school

Equity Focus School

Sparks Elementary School Teachers on DonorsChoose

Share & help us grow support

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Sparks Elementary School Demographics

Sparks Elementary School Support on DonorsChoose Last updated Dec 14, 2025

Sparks Elementary School

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.