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At the end of each year, I get to pick a book that represents our year together, and this book was a great reminder of the kindness and laughter we shared together. \r\nBeing able to write a note to each of my students allows me to think of all the great things each student did throughout our one or two years together, and I have had students come back years later telling me they still have the book!\r\n\r\nThank you, again, for making this project happen, and helping me send off my students with a positive memory!","fullyFundedDate":1779478844890,"projectUrl":"project/our-year-of-wonder/10300005/","projectTitle":"Our Year of \"Wonder\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4305275_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538352576075","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/crhernandez"},{"teacherId":9866171,"projectId":10227655,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our TK class. When the new packages arrived, my Transitional Kindergarten students were bursting with excitement. As soon as we unboxed the two Little Tikes outdoor playhouses and the convertible bench-table, their eyes lit up, and they immediately wanted to explore. For many of my young learners—including those with unique sensory and learning needs—the traditional indoor classroom can sometimes feel overwhelming. Seeing a dedicated, vibrant learning space created just for them right outside our door brought an immediate wave of joy, curiosity, and eagerness to play.\r\n\r\nWe have seamlessly integrated these new resources into our daily outdoor learning and motor development routines. The convertible bench-table has become an incredible hub for sensory play, collaborative building, and small-group storytelling. On the last week of school, during a science and nature lesson, students used the table to collect leaves and twigs, practicing their fine motor control and descriptive vocabulary by sorting materials by texture and shape. Meanwhile, the playhouses have turned our outdoor time into a rich environment for imaginative social-emotional learning, where students take turns, practice expressive language, and build essential cooperative social skills in a relaxed, natural setting.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead into the new school year, we will use these outdoor tools to launch our hands-on unit on community roles and nature exploration. The playhouses will serve as our \"outdoor station\" where students will role-play different community helpers, while the bench-table will hold our scientific observation logs as we begin planting small seeds to observe seasonal plant growth. Your generosity has expanded our classroom beyond four walls, giving my students a safe, sunshine-filled space to grow academically, socially, and physically every day. Thank you for investing in our learning journey!","fullyFundedDate":1778618580111,"projectUrl":"project/step-into-sunshine-outdoor-learning-p/10227655/","projectTitle":"Step Into Sunshine: Outdoor Learning & Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9866171_orig.jpg?crop=1320,1320,x776,y776&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733452633513","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9866171"},{"teacherId":1193347,"projectId":10227643,"letterContent":"My students are LOVING their new play houses and bench. The materials have been a great addition to our learning adventure. \r\n\r\nMy students were super excited when all of the big boxes arrived. They helped me open the boxes and were delightfully engaged as we pulled all of the pieces out of the boxes. Many of my students even helped me assemble the play houses. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for allowing my students the opportunity to engage in imaginative play. It has been great to see them proactively interact with the materials and each other in a positive way.","fullyFundedDate":1778618254471,"projectUrl":"project/tk-town-village/10227643/","projectTitle":"TK Town Village","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moreno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1193347"},{"teacherId":2481885,"projectId":9785486,"letterContent":"The materials provided through the Imagination to Innovation project will give my students hands-on opportunities to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in meaningful and engaging ways. These STEM supplies will allow students to move beyond simply learning concepts and instead apply their knowledge through designing, building, testing, and problem-solving. By engaging in hands-on challenges, students will develop critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and perseverance—skills that are essential for success both in school and in future careers.\r\n\r\nWith access to these materials, students will participate in STEM activities that encourage innovation and curiosity while strengthening their understanding of academic content. They will learn to think like engineers, analyze data like scientists, and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Most importantly, these experiences will help students see themselves as capable creators and problem-solvers, empowering them to turn their imaginations into innovative solutions. The impact of these materials will extend far beyond a single project, fostering a lasting love of learning and exploration.","fullyFundedDate":1763578457756,"projectUrl":"project/from-imagination-to-innovation/9785486/","projectTitle":"From Imagination to Innovation!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Castellanos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2481885_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1573176185665","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-castellanos"},{"teacherId":2481885,"projectId":10083961,"letterContent":"The graphic novels in this project has had an immediate and lasting impact on my students' reading engagement and confidence. Many of my students are drawn to graphic novels because the combination of visuals and text makes reading more accessible, enjoyable, and less intimidating. These books provide an entry point for reluctant readers, helping them build comprehension skills, vocabulary, and reading stamina while fostering a genuine love of reading.\r\n\r\nBy expanding our classroom library with high-interest graphic novels, students have greater access to books that reflect their interests and reading levels. They use these books during independent reading, literacy centers, and book discussions, allowing them to practice critical reading skills in an engaging format. Most importantly, these books help students see themselves as successful readers and encourage them to choose reading for pleasure both in and out of the classroom.\r\n\r\nThis project has transformed reading from a task into an experience students look forward to, helping turn reluctant readers into lifelong book lovers.","fullyFundedDate":1772514135347,"projectUrl":"project/turning-reluctant-readers-into-book-love/10083961/","projectTitle":"Turning Reluctant Readers Into Book Lovers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Castellanos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2481885_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1573176185665","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-castellanos"},{"teacherId":363670,"projectId":9969056,"letterContent":"Thank you for your important support towards this project, \"The One With Materials for Hot Cocoa and S'mores.\" As you can imagine, this project was a WINNER! The students were so happy and excited to taste and savor the S'mores, using pizza box ovens with solar energy. For some students, this was the first time they ever had a chance to taste this memorable treat! From measuring the black paper, preparing the pizza box ovens, and building the S'mores, they took an active role in building this treat. They waited with anticipation until it was time to enjoy. They LOVED it! There were a lot of smiles, chocolate gooiness, and sticky faces around the room. The other cookies and treats were well used too! Students worked as archaeologists to dig out and hunt for the fossils (chocolate chips). Afterwards, they were rewarded with, more cookies! Unfortunately, by the time this project was funded, our cold winter days were behind us. But the cocoa materials will be reserved for my next group of lucky students. \r\n\r\nThe S'mores experience was another special activity that my students could add to their bank of fun memories. Thank you again for your important part, in bringing this project for Hot Cocoa and S'mores, into reality!","fullyFundedDate":1776130081620,"projectUrl":"project/the-one-with-materials-for-hot-cocoa-and/9969056/","projectTitle":"The One With Materials for Hot Cocoa and S'mores","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Y.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp363670_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1481394861128","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hyoo"},{"teacherId":363670,"projectId":10189710,"letterContent":"Thank you for your important support towards this project, \"The One With a Slushie Party for Great Attendance!\" As you can imagine, this project was a WINNER! The students were so happy and excited to taste and savor their own slushies! It felt like a long day for my students, because these treats were scheduled to be enjoyed toward the end of the day. Right before lunchtime, we prepared the machines with the required water and syrup mix. Then after lunch was over, I picked them up and we walked back to class. They were excitedly talking to each other, wondering if the slushies were ready. Their faces absolutely lit up as they saw the slush machines full and ready! This meant, it was time to serve them up and enjoy! The room was so calm and quiet, except for the eager slurps across the classroom. \r\n\r\nMy students absolutely loved it. This party was something they absolutely deserved, due to their awesome overall attendance...truly, the best I've seen in all my years of teaching. Plus, I loved that it was something they could enjoy and experience together. \r\n\r\nThank you for your important part, in bringing this project for a Slushie Party into reality!","fullyFundedDate":1777989230638,"projectUrl":"project/the-one-with-a-slushie-party-for-great-a/10189710/","projectTitle":"The One With a Slushie Party for Great Attendance!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Y.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp363670_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1481394861128","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hyoo"},{"teacherId":2384285,"projectId":9511151,"letterContent":"These organizational materials have made a big difference in our classroom routines and daily learning environment. The pencil boxes, mesh pouches, carabiner clips, and labels helped students keep track of their supplies and headphones while building responsibility and independence. Students are spending less time searching for materials and more time focused on learning. Having organized systems in place has also helped create a calmer, smoother, and less stressful classroom environment each day.","fullyFundedDate":1753977780689,"projectUrl":"project/organized-and-ready-for-a-successful-sch/9511151/","projectTitle":"Organized and Ready for a Successful School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leyva","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2384285_orig.jpg?crop=873,873,x306,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1560401628694","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eucmleyva"},{"teacherId":363670,"projectId":10174239,"letterContent":"Thank you for your important support towards this project, \"Materials to Start 2026-27\" The students will be so happy and excited to start the year off with these much needed materials! Fresh new whiteboard markers and erasers, pencils, and more - all packaged into beautiful sturdy boxes! Students will be so proud and appreciative of all their materials and excited about the new academic year! Plus, they will get new privacy testing walls to help them better focus, and reduce potential distractions. This teacher is in organizational heaven!\r\n\r\nAll of your amazing and far-reaching generosity for this project made the difference! While some classrooms receive parental donations, this is not the case with all communities. For this reason, your support as our personal philanthropist is truly applauded. Thank you for your beautiful gift!","fullyFundedDate":1778113985914,"projectUrl":"project/materials-to-start-2026-27/10174239/","projectTitle":"Materials to Start 2026-27","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Y.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp363670_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1481394861128","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hyoo"},{"teacherId":4305275,"projectId":10207950,"letterContent":"These items have been a big hit in our classroom! My students were so excited seeing everything being unboxed. They are crossing their fingers that their names are being called so they can go to the prize box to get Pokemon cards or slime!\r\n\r\nThe headphones are so helpful during different assignments. My students are able to have passages read to them while they are working, they are able to listen and watch videos about the topic we are on, and they are able to stay focused during state testing. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your help this year.","fullyFundedDate":1778604979580,"projectUrl":"project/gotta-catch-em-all-focus-prizes-and/10207950/","projectTitle":"Gotta Catch 'Em All: Focus, Prizes, and Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4305275_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538352576075","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/crhernandez"},{"teacherId":363670,"projectId":10204099,"letterContent":"Thank you for your amazing part in funding this project, \"The One With Tools for Our Chromebook Cart and Cables\" for our classroom! As a teacher, I love to provide an environment that shows organization, structure, and efficiency. Materials from this project, definitely helped to enhance our Chromebook cart routine!\r\n\r\nA storage cart is absolutely necessary since it stores and powers all technology! Just recently, our beloved and well-maintained previous cart was no longer charging, and retired to cart heaven. With short notice and just a couple of months left in the school year, we were issued an older, well-used and abused cart that was kept in storage. It was functional, but not pretty. Fortunately, these wonderful materials added new life to this cart! New horizontal and number panels make the Chromebook cart look like new! The white cable clips, and holders will keep all cords in order and under control. Now instead of loose, free and wild cords, they are contained and in place - and less likely to get damaged. So happy to know that my learners can efficiently retrieve and return their Chromebook equipment! \r\n\r\nSince I teach in a high poverty area, I can rely on friends, family and strangers for support. This is why your help is extremely appreciated, and really makes the difference! THANK YOU again for being our classroom angel and hero!","fullyFundedDate":1777990671662,"projectUrl":"project/the-one-with-tools-for-our-chromebook-ca/10204099/","projectTitle":"The One With Tools for Our Chromebook Cart and Cables","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Y.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp363670_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1481394861128","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hyoo"},{"teacherId":4305275,"projectId":10138118,"letterContent":"These books have been great conversation starters in our classroom. They have helped students understand diversity and empathy, and have allowed my students to make connections as they are reading. Additionally, because these books were part of our March Madness Tournament of Picture books, they have shown excitement from being able to have the actual book in front of them, rather than just following the book online. \r\n\r\nAdditionally, the chains have allowed my students to add beads to their celebration strands! When they read one of our books and talk or write about it, they are able to choose a bead to showcase their completion of another book! 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About this school
Eucalyptus Elementary School is
a suburban public school
in Hawthorne, California that is part of Hawthorne School District.
It serves 696 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 17.0:1.
Its teachers have had 372 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Title 1
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Grades Pre-K - 5
696 Students
41 Teachers
12044 Eucalyptus AveContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
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92%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
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Last updated Aug 19, 2026
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Eucalyptus Elementary School
$171,629
raised using DonorsChoose
372
projects
funded
32
teachers
funded
557
donors
56
projects
for
basic supplies
56
projects for
technology
71
projects for
books
40
projects
for
art supplies
Eucalyptus Elementary School has received support from
347 individuals from California and
210 individuals out-of-state.