{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cawston Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":46.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7150896,"projectId":9446748,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how grateful we are that you chose our classroom, our special needs. Children are really grateful for people like you who care. Students are special needs get pushed to the site and often are not thought about when these sensory items are White to our class we jump for joy. These items will help our students when they have different episodes such as stemming or yelling out during class time this is a great method of calming the nerves of the students. Having a good variety for the students to choose from is a plus thank you for everything that you do.","fullyFundedDate":1762305668127,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-toys-for-scholars/9446748/","projectTitle":"Sensory Toys for Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rojo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7150896_orig.jpg?crop=1948,1948,x1034,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631734057842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7150896"},{"teacherId":9774849,"projectId":9198324,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom by supplying us with new books to grow our love for reading. The stories are not only engaging for the students but also helping to learn life skills such as determination and perseverance. \r\nIn our classroom, the students love story time and interacting with the books we read. I love when the students hear an unfamiliar word and ask what it means. This shows that they are interested in the story and wanting to make sense of the words and what they mean. \r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1746786003081,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-love-of-reading-in-our-kinder/9198324/","projectTitle":"Building a Love of Reading in Our Kindergarten Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosendahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9774849_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727130074820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9774849"},{"teacherId":5643779,"projectId":9477249,"letterContent":"The library is a hit! It is so magical that I often hear \"ooos\" and \"ahhhs\" when people who haven't seen it yet walk through. I am so excited about the games, and so are the kids. I have been hyping them up for our winter STEAM bonanza. The bubbling cauldron with it's fun colored lights and the cute Dobby stuffy and so enchanting and just tie everything together so well.\r\n I appreciate all of you donors for taking time and your hard earned money to help me make t this year the most magical that Cawston has ever seen.","fullyFundedDate":1754327374427,"projectUrl":"project/hogwarts-at-ces/9477249/","projectTitle":"Hogwarts at CES","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jenna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5643779_orig.png?crop=796,796,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741217026945","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5643779"},{"teacherId":9774849,"projectId":8995536,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation to our classroom we have been able to transform our small group learning time! With the hands on resources I am able to successfully engage my kinesthetic learners and have seen a huge improvement in their learning.\r\nWhen introducing the materials to the students they were excited and eager to have new games to engage with their learning. My students have been incredibly excited to work in our small group activities and I am excited to continue to use these in the following school years!","fullyFundedDate":1739368350645,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-for-young-minds/8995536/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning for Young Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosendahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9774849_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727130074820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9774849"},{"teacherId":9774849,"projectId":8864714,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our kindergarten classroom. These new resources and organization tools have enhanced our small group learning time tremendously. \r\nThe caddy organizer has been helpful for keeping all necessary materials close by and easily accessible for each small group.\r\nThe lakeshore CVC resource has been a great visual for students to see the picture and work on sounding out beginning, middle, and end sounds and is going to be beneficial as we move forward with manipulating and substituting sounds to change words.\r\nThe students were thrilled to have these new visual resources to support their learning. Thank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1738464166926,"projectUrl":"project/creating-learning-through-small-group-in/8864714/","projectTitle":"Creating Learning Through Small Group Instruction for Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosendahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9774849_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727130074820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9774849"},{"teacherId":3620515,"projectId":9007880,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere appreciation for the positive impact leveled reading books have had on my 5th-grade students. Over the past several months, these resources have proven invaluable in fostering significant growth in their reading abilities and overall confidence.\r\n\r\nThe carefully calibrated levels have allowed me to meet each student at their precise reading level, addressing individual needs and challenges effectively. This personalized approach has been instrumental in building fluency and comprehension. Students who previously struggled with grade-level texts have experienced success with appropriately leveled books, boosting their self-esteem and motivation.\r\n\r\nThe gradual progression through the levels has also facilitated a steady development of reading skills. Students are able to build upon their existing knowledge, tackling increasingly complex vocabulary and sentence structures with confidence. The variety of genres and topics within the leveled sets has broadened their exposure to diverse texts, enriching their understanding of the world.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, the structured format of these books has aided in developing essential reading strategies. The consistent format allows students to predict, infer, and summarize, leading to deeper comprehension. The guided reading sessions, using these leveled texts, have allowed for focused instruction, addressing specific areas of weakness and reinforcing strengths.\r\n\r\nThe data collected throughout the year clearly demonstrates significant improvement in my students' reading scores and engagement. They are now more enthusiastic about reading, actively participating in class discussions and demonstrating a greater understanding of the texts they encounter. The leveled reading books have not only improved their reading skills but have also instilled a lifelong love of reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for providing such a valuable resource.","fullyFundedDate":1735069337627,"projectUrl":"project/read-grow-glow/9007880/","projectTitle":"Read, Grow, Glow","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jason Ax","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3620515_orig.jpg?crop=2736,2736,x48,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738555682317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3620515"},{"teacherId":5643779,"projectId":9144965,"letterContent":"Literacy rates are low, we all know that. But the bigger problem I see is that kids just aren't interacting with books. Screens have stole their attention, literally and figuratively, and getting them to read can feel like an uphill battle. It's a battle that is worth it though, not just for an academic future but to help in communication, to empower and enlighten. Reading is a part of every day life and it makes life better!\r\n \r\n So thank you donors for helping me help the students at Cawston find a love of reading. By incentivizing checking books out (punch cards) and reading different books (Hidden Mickey's) they now have a physical prize to show for their reading journey. I wish you could have seen their faces as I loaded up the claw machine and prize box with new goodies for them! They started counting how many more punches they needed on their cards and asking for other ways to earn prizes. Thank you again for your sacrifice.","fullyFundedDate":1742398354092,"projectUrl":"project/library-prizes/9144965/","projectTitle":"Library Prizes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jenna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5643779_orig.png?crop=796,796,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741217026945","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5643779"},{"teacherId":8806292,"projectId":8857830,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in helping build our guided reading library! These books have already made a tremendous impact in our classroom, providing my 5th graders with engaging, level-appropriate reading materials that foster both confidence and curiosity.\r\n\r\nWhen the books arrived, my students were eager to dive in, excitedly scanning the covers and flipping through the pages to find their next great read. Seeing their enthusiasm was truly heartwarming—several students immediately found a cozy spot in the classroom and started reading right away! Our guided reading groups have become even more meaningful, as students now have access to books that challenge them at just the right level while keeping them engaged with compelling stories and topics. Even my more reluctant readers have found books that spark their interest, making independent reading time something they look forward to.\r\n\r\nThis library has not only strengthened my students' reading skills but has also helped create a true love of literature in our classroom. As we move forward, we'll continue using these books for small-group instruction, independent reading, and discussions that encourage deeper thinking. Your support has made a lasting difference, and I can't thank you enough for helping instill a lifelong passion for reading in my students!","fullyFundedDate":1735069509423,"projectUrl":"project/guided-reading-library/8857830/","projectTitle":"Guided Reading Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Walch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8806292_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727920350539","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8806292"},{"teacherId":8806292,"projectId":8857891,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support in bringing these amazing cultural resources to our Anime Club! The chopsticks, inkstone and calligraphy set, origami paper, and Hi-Chew candy have made a huge impact, allowing our members to engage more deeply with the cultural traditions that inspire so much of their favorite anime and manga.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the excitement was immediate. Club members eagerly grabbed the chopsticks, challenging each other to pick up different snacks. The calligraphy set became an instant favorite, with students carefully practicing kanji and experimenting with traditional brush strokes. Origami quickly turned into a collaborative activity, as students helped each other create intricate designs inspired by characters and symbols from their favorite series. And, of course, the Hi-Chew candy was a hit—everyone enjoyed tasting the different flavors while discussing how Japanese snacks often appear in anime.\r\n\r\nThese resources have helped our club dive deeper into Japanese culture, making our meetings more interactive and meaningful. Moving forward, we plan to incorporate these materials into future events, such as a Japanese culture night and hands-on workshops. Your generosity has made all of this possible, and we are incredibly grateful. Thank you for making our Anime Club an even more exciting and engaging space!","fullyFundedDate":1735703656012,"projectUrl":"project/japanese-snacks-for-anime-club/8857891/","projectTitle":"Japanese Snacks for Anime Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Walch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8806292_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727920350539","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8806292"},{"teacherId":7150896,"projectId":9007832,"letterContent":"We cannot say thank you enough. We truly appreciate everything that you do for our students, but most of all our educators that need help. We want the best for our students with the snacks. Our students will get the best because of you. We are in the business of nurturing and caring, so we're able to provide snacks for our students we learned that this helps with their education and to stay focused. Most of all we want our parents to know that there are people like you who care about their students as well so we truly appreciate everything that you do and this is made my class a little bit better.","fullyFundedDate":1739368349628,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-scholars/9007832/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rojo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7150896_orig.jpg?crop=1948,1948,x1034,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631734057842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7150896"},{"teacherId":8806292,"projectId":8857921,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous donations on DonorsChoose, my students now have access to a wide range of math manipulatives, flashcards, and realia that have transformed our learning environment. We've been using these resources daily in our math centers, where students engage in hands-on activities that deepen their understanding of mathematical concepts. From using fraction tiles to visualize parts of a whole to practicing multiplication with flashcards in small groups, these tools have made abstract ideas more tangible and accessible. One memorable moment was during a lesson on place value when a student who usually struggles with math suddenly exclaimed, \"I get it now!\" while arranging base-ten blocks. It was incredible to see the confidence on his face and the spark of understanding that came from interacting with these manipulatives.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement in the classroom was electric. My students were immediately drawn to the colorful and interactive tools, eagerly exploring how they could be used. It felt like a whole new world of learning had opened up to them, and they couldn't wait to dive in. Their curiosity and enthusiasm were infectious, and it was heartwarming to see students working together, helping each other understand new concepts through play and exploration. These resources have not only made math more engaging but have also fostered a collaborative learning environment where students feel comfortable taking risks and learning from their mistakes.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these math manipulatives and tools will continue to be a vital part of our classroom activities. We are currently working on a math project that involves real-world problem-solving, where students use the manipulatives to simulate transactions and budget planning. The hands-on experience helps solidify their understanding and makes learning more relevant to their everyday lives. Additionally, these resources have been instrumental in differentiating instruction, allowing students at various proficiency levels to engage with the material in a way that suits their learning styles. I am excited to see how these tools will continue to support their growth and confidence in math.","fullyFundedDate":1731533660778,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-math-centers/8857921/","projectTitle":"Small Group Math Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Walch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8806292_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727920350539","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8806292"},{"teacherId":7150896,"projectId":9076296,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for showing the care and support of our students. We truly appreciate everything that you do. This cold season has been a great and heavy experience on our classroom this year. Many students have gotten ill from severe coughs and colds. When we saw that we got funded for these supplies. We were ecstatic. I let my parents know that we got funded so that their minds can be at ease for keeping our classroom sanitize and safe for their children. We truly appreciate everything you do for our students, but most of all we appreciate what you do for our educators as well.","fullyFundedDate":1738463499029,"projectUrl":"project/clean-little-people/9076296/","projectTitle":"Clean Little People","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rojo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7150896_orig.jpg?crop=1948,1948,x1034,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631734057842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7150896"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_75355","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":836,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":79,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":16,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":66,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"26.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":53.5,"schoolId":75355,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Cawston Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Cawston Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/hemet-unified-school-district/cawston-elementary-school/75355"}