{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kempton Street Literacy Academy","outOfStateSupporters":26.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8960938,"projectId":10310848,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, we were able to celebrate a wonderful year of learning and growth with meaningful gifts and special memories for our students. When they received their keepsakes and end-of-year surprises, their faces lit up with excitement and pride. It was such a joyful moment to see them reflect on how much they had accomplished throughout fourth grade and to celebrate together as a classroom family.\r\n\r\nThe picture frames with our class photo, fun summer items, and special treats helped make our end-of-year celebration truly memorable. Students loved signing yearbooks, sharing memories with friends, and taking home keepsakes that will remind them of all they achieved this year. These thoughtful gifts recognized their hard work, perseverance, and growth both academically and socially.\r\n\r\nAs they begin summer break and prepare for new adventures in fifth grade, our students are leaving with happy memories, confidence, and a sense of pride in themselves. Thank you for helping us celebrate their successes and for making the end of the school year so special. Your generosity helped create lasting memories that our students will cherish for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1781021118183,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-a-year-of-growth-and-success/10310848/","projectTitle":"Celebrating a Year of Growth and Success!!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8960938_orig.jpg?crop=599,599,x72,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690754209601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msromeroayala"},{"teacherId":8960938,"projectId":10284687,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, *Starting Our 2026–2027 Classroom Strong!* Because of your generosity, my students will begin the school year with the supplies and materials they need to feel prepared, confident, and excited to learn. As a fourth-grade dual language classroom, we use many shared materials every day, and these resources will help us stay organized and focused on learning from the very first day of school.\r\n\r\nWhen I shared the new materials with my students, they were excited to see that our classroom was ready for them. Having accessible supplies creates a sense of ownership and responsibility while helping students become more independent learners. The organization systems made possible through your donation will allow children to quickly access materials, spend less time waiting, and devote more time to meaningful learning activities.\r\n\r\nAs we begin the new school year, students will use these resources during reading, writing, math, science, and social studies lessons. They will work collaboratively, participate in hands-on activities, and build the academic skills needed for success throughout fourth grade. Your support has helped create a welcoming and organized learning environment where every child can thrive. Thank you for investing in my students and helping us start the year strong!","fullyFundedDate":1780351808886,"projectUrl":"project/starting-our-20262027-classroom-strong/10284687/","projectTitle":"Starting Our 2026–2027 Classroom Strong!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8960938_orig.jpg?crop=599,599,x72,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690754209601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msromeroayala"},{"teacherId":10228665,"projectId":10153735,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of headphones to our classroom. Your support is making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nAs a Title I school serving a low socioeconomic community, many of our students face barriers to accessing the educational tools and resources they need to succeed. These headphones help bridge that equity gap by ensuring every student has the opportunity to fully engage in digital learning, personalized instruction, educational videos, assessments, and language development activities without distraction.\r\n\r\nYour kindness provides more than just equipment—it creates opportunities for our students to learn, grow, and build confidence in an environment where they can access the same high-quality educational experiences as their peers. By investing in our classroom, you are investing in the future of our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a more equitable and inclusive learning environment. Your generosity is deeply appreciated and will have a lasting impact on the children we serve.","fullyFundedDate":1778111271923,"projectUrl":"project/technology-equity/10153735/","projectTitle":"Technology Equity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quezada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10228665_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772775892723","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10228665"},{"teacherId":8960938,"projectId":10198085,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Kindness in Action\" project! My bilingual fourth-grade students were beyond excited when the materials arrived. From the moment they opened the boxes, they immediately began brainstorming positive messages, sketching ideas, and discussing how they could help make our school a kinder and more welcoming place for everyone.\r\n\r\nUsing the materials you provided, students created bilingual kindness displays, clay creations, posters, and positive message pieces that were shared throughout our school community. They worked collaboratively, practiced leadership skills, and took great pride in knowing their voices and creativity could make a real impact on others. One of the most special moments was watching students carefully place their kindness messages around campus and seeing other children stop to read and smile.\r\n\r\nThis project has become so much more than an art activity. It has helped students build confidence, empathy, teamwork, and a stronger sense of community. As we continue this work, students are excited to keep creating meaningful projects that spread positivity and inclusion across our school. Thank you for helping my students feel empowered, valued, and inspired to make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1779133135984,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-in-action-bilingual-students-l/10198085/","projectTitle":"Kindness in Action: Bilingual Students Leading a Schoolwide Positivity Campaign!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8960938_orig.jpg?crop=599,599,x72,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690754209601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msromeroayala"},{"teacherId":10228665,"projectId":10151584,"letterContent":"I greatly appreciate your support in donations, my students bellies are full and happy. Snacks at the end of the day make a big difference in engagement, learning and with testing. They also help my high energy students. Thank you, healthy snacks are often more expensive and I have a family to provide for and adding the cost of the classroom it really adds up. Thank you very very much. With these learning snacks, students have another chance to eat after lunch, when often times they want seconds, but can't have more than the portions given at school. Snacks at my class help fill them up.","fullyFundedDate":1776984671049,"projectUrl":"project/learning-snacks/10151584/","projectTitle":"Learning Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quezada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10228665_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772775892723","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10228665"},{"teacherId":8960938,"projectId":10171299,"letterContent":"Thank you again for supporting our project, \"Rolling Into Learning with a Mobile Whiteboard!\" When my students first saw the whiteboard, they were immediately excited and curious. It quickly became a central part of our classroom, making learning more interactive and engaging for everyone.\r\n\r\nWe use the mobile whiteboard daily during lessons for modeling thinking, solving math problems together, and sharing student ideas in real time. One of my favorite moments was during a reading lesson when students came up to annotate a text and explain their thinking to the class. It gave them confidence and allowed their voices to be seen and heard. The flexibility of moving the board around the room has made it easier for all students to participate, especially during group work and discussions.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using the whiteboard to support writing, problem-solving, and collaborative learning. It has truly transformed how we learn together and has helped create a more dynamic and inclusive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible for my students, we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1776197764871,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-learning-with-a-mobile-whit/10171299/","projectTitle":"Rolling Into Learning with a Mobile Whiteboard!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8960938_orig.jpg?crop=599,599,x72,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690754209601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msromeroayala"},{"teacherId":9127705,"projectId":9760044,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our STEAM bins. Because of your support, my students now enjoy a variety of hands-on learning games that promote creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. These activities have made learning more engaging and exciting, and students look forward to using the STEAM bins during centers. Your generosity has truly enhanced our classroom and positively impacted student learning. We are so grateful for your support. I am excited to continue to use them with my upcoming students.","fullyFundedDate":1762265324751,"projectUrl":"project/stem-bins-to-spark-young-innovators/9760044/","projectTitle":"Stem Bins to Spark Young Innovators!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9127705_orig.png?crop=1280,1280,x320,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691038572481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9127705"},{"teacherId":9127705,"projectId":9722529,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. Because of your support, my students have been able to use engaging, hands-on resources during their center activities the past few months. These materials have increased student motivation, focus, and confidence while helping reinforce important skills in a fun and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a positive impact on our daily learning, and my students truly benefit from the extra support. Thank you for helping make our classroom an exciting place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1758763832988,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-activities-for-centers/9722529/","projectTitle":"Engaging Activities for Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9127705_orig.png?crop=1280,1280,x320,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691038572481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9127705"},{"teacherId":8960938,"projectId":9639288,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting our project Flexible Learning with Lap Desks. From the moment the lap desks arrived, my students were full of excitement and pride. They loved having their own special space to read, write, and learn comfortably. For many of them, this simple change made a big difference in how confident and motivated they felt during class activities.\r\n\r\nWe now use the lap desks daily during independent reading, small group instruction, and writing time. They have helped create a more flexible and welcoming classroom where students can choose spaces that help them focus and succeed. Because of your kindness, my students are learning in an environment that supports their needs and encourages them to do their very best. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1765252490990,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-learning-with-lap-desks/9639288/","projectTitle":"Flexible Learning with Lap Desks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8960938_orig.jpg?crop=599,599,x72,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690754209601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msromeroayala"},{"teacherId":8960938,"projectId":9881219,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is now full of excitement and anticipation. When the boxes arrived, my students immediately gathered around with bright eyes and so much curiosity. They kept asking what was inside, why so many boxes had come for our class, and whether we were going to build something special. Their joy alone made this project worth it, and they cannot wait to transform our classroom into a holiday STEM workshop.\r\n\r\nThese materials will allow us to create a warm and festive learning environment where students can explore engineering through hands-on experiences. The ornaments, fillable balls, lights, and decorations will be used to design and build structures while learning about balance, symmetry, and stability. The mini plush ornaments and stockings will help create a cozy holiday setting that encourages community and teamwork. We will also have a cocoa and reflection time where students will discuss their learning and the strategies they used to solve their engineering challenges.\r\n\r\nYour support has made it possible for my students to experience meaningful learning opportunities that blend joy, creativity, and STEM thinking. This project will allow us to end the semester with activities that help students problem solve, collaborate, and celebrate their hard work. Thank you for believing in my classroom and for giving my students something truly magical to look forward to.","fullyFundedDate":1764779539065,"projectUrl":"project/engineering-joy-stem-learning-through-h/9881219/","projectTitle":"Engineering Joy: STEM Learning Through Holiday Design!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8960938_orig.jpg?crop=599,599,x72,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690754209601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msromeroayala"},{"teacherId":2374617,"projectId":9689979,"letterContent":"Thank you for choosing my project to support. My students have greatly benefited from these new materials. My younger students have asked to play the BBQ grill game over and over again. We are now combining it with the toy cash register and apron, and the students take turns being the chef, customer, and cashier. They have improved their ability to share, ask questions, and follow a script.\r\nMy other students have loved playing with the pretend food and we practice their speech sounds. They are working on words that start with \"spl\", so they \"split\" the foods and practice saying \"split\" as carefully as possible over and over again. We are lucky to have these materials for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1757284901433,"projectUrl":"project/long-lasting-speech-therapy-materials-fo/9689979/","projectTitle":"Long-lasting Speech Therapy Materials for Creative Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kae","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2374617_orig.jpg?crop=4154,4154,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756693147777","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2374617"},{"teacherId":8960938,"projectId":9770798,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, I have been able to provide my class with engaging and purposeful learning centers that truly make a difference in our daily instruction. The resources I was able to purchase have transformed our literacy and math rotations into hands-on, exciting opportunities for students to practice skills independently while I meet with small groups.\r\n\r\nMy students absolutely love using the new materials during center time. They are more motivated, confident, and eager to learn because the activities are interactive and visually appealing. These resources also allow me to better differentiate instruction for different learning levels, ensuring that all students, especially my English learners, are challenged and supported.\r\n\r\nIt has been heartwarming to see how proud my students feel when they successfully complete a center activity and share their learning with their peers. 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