{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"96th Street Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":28.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9575851,"projectId":9640288,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our classroom now has a full set of headphones, and the difference has been remarkable. In our technology-rich learning environment, headphones give students the ability to focus, personalize their learning, and fully engage with the digital tools we use every day. Whether they are practicing language skills, listening to stories, or working through math activities, students are now able to learn at their own pace without distractions. This simple tool has created a calmer, more productive classroom where everyone can do their best work.\r\n\r\nOur students are absolutely thrilled with the new headphones. Many of them feel excited to have their \"own\" pair to use during lessons, and they take great pride in taking care of them. The clear sound and comfortable fit have made their learning time more enjoyable and meaningful. It has been wonderful to see how something so small can spark so much motivation, students are eager to log in, follow along, and stay engaged.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who typically struggle to stay focused have especially benefited from this donation. With the reduction in noise and distractions, they are able to stay on task longer and gain confidence in their abilities. Watching them succeed, participate, and truly enjoy their learning has been heartwarming. Your generosity has made a real, lasting impact on our classroom, and we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1759265537487,"projectUrl":"project/amplifying-engagement-through-headphones/9640288/","projectTitle":"Amplifying Engagement Through Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rueda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9575851_orig.jpg?crop=1244,1244,x0,y559&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752716940282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9575851"},{"teacherId":1814728,"projectId":9360026,"letterContent":"My students are loving their cups! We fill them with water first thing in the morning so that we may have water accessible and there is no need to get up from our seats or constantly leave the room, causing missing instruction. \r\nThey have been using their cups and learning to wash it at the end of the school day so that it may be re used the following day. These beautiful, colorful cups have really helped inspire them to drink more water daily. \r\nYour generosity gave them the ability to make their own choices, (cup color) as well as helping them become more responsible (washing their cup daily). \r\nLearning about recycling products has definitely made them become more aware of their own ability to recycle and reuse different items.","fullyFundedDate":1752507801339,"projectUrl":"project/reducing-while-reusing/9360026/","projectTitle":"Reducing While Reusing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ponce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1814728_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1576129482801","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teresa-ponce"},{"teacherId":1814728,"projectId":9359932,"letterContent":"Thank you verymuch for providing these water jugs for my classroom. My students are excited to learn they do not need to walk all the way over to the other side of campus to get a sip of water. Our water jugs have come in very handy in this warm weather and after any activities (recess, lunch, P.E). \r\nMy students have made great use of these water jugs on a daily basis. They have the ability to get out of their seats and pour themselves some water to quench their thirst. Your generosity and thoughtfulness has definitely made an impact in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1750255583630,"projectUrl":"project/hydrate-daily/9359932/","projectTitle":"Hydrate Daily","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ponce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1814728_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1576129482801","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teresa-ponce"},{"teacherId":1814728,"projectId":9356989,"letterContent":"I'd like to take a moment to reach out and thank you for your support. My students and I have been able to continue keeping our classroom safe and clean because of the cleaning materials you provided us with. \r\n\r\nWe have been diligently working on staying as healthy as possible, and a clean workspace is the key to helping us stay in school. The products we received have been utilized on a daily basis. Again, we are very grateful for your support and interest in our classroom. My students and I are looking forward to a clean new year!","fullyFundedDate":1747807527097,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-our-classroom-clean/9356989/","projectTitle":"Keeping Our Classroom Clean","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ponce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1814728_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1576129482801","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teresa-ponce"},{"teacherId":1814728,"projectId":9235138,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support to my classroom. My students were excited to receive their items for testing. Our older items were a bit on the worn side and it was time for something new. Thanks to your generosity they were all able to take the state exam with brand new testing materials which put many of them at ease. \r\nYour contribution to our class made a tremendous impact on their educational journey. The students worked best in their own private cubicles and brand new, clear, sounding headsets. Once again, thank you for showing my students your support!","fullyFundedDate":1744033025604,"projectUrl":"project/test-ready/9235138/","projectTitle":"Test Ready!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ponce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1814728_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1576129482801","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teresa-ponce"},{"teacherId":9575851,"projectId":9471244,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generous support of my classroom! The donated supplies—headphones, crayons, glue sticks, Crayola and whiteboard markers, whiteboard erasers, anchor charts, pencil top erasers, and even Lysol wipes—have made a tremendous impact on both my teaching and my students' learning experience. From the moment my students walked in and saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They immediately began brainstorming ways to use the items in their current projects, and the energy in the room was contagious.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students were able to successfully complete their science projects using the crayons to bring their ideas to life through creative visuals. While working on their essays, they used the headphones to listen to calm music, which helped them stay focused and engaged. For math, students collaborated using anchor charts and colorful markers to work through and present their problem-solving strategies. The whiteboard markers and erasers were put to great use during group activities and classroom discussions, and the Lysol wipes helped us keep our space clean and healthy. One of my favorite moments was seeing students proudly display their group math charts—colorful, thoughtful, and full of teamwork.\r\n\r\nAs we move into our next unit, students will begin working on a collaborative research project that will involve visual presentations, peer editing, and plenty of hands-on learning. With your support, we now have the tools to make this an interactive, creative, and engaging experience for all learners. Your contribution has made a real difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful. Thanks from the bottom of our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1755754339239,"projectUrl":"project/prepared-to-learn-empowering-students-f/9471244/","projectTitle":"Prepared to Learn: Empowering Students From Day One","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rueda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9575851_orig.jpg?crop=1244,1244,x0,y559&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752716940282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9575851"},{"teacherId":2041127,"projectId":9082015,"letterContent":"My students and I thank you for your support in funding our class project. Through your support, you have shown my students what kindness really means and feels like. The items donated have allowed my students to focus on academics and not let the characteristics of their eligibilities interfere with their concentration. \r\n\r\n The wiggle cushions provide subtle sensory stimulation. They actually help with posture which helps my younger students develop stronger gross motor skills. Students enjoyed the coziness of our new couch in our calming corner. One student was so comfortable on the couch until he forgot why he needed to visit the corner. That was very heart warming for me and served as a teachable moment. \r\n\r\n Once again, thank you for making a measurable difference in our community.","fullyFundedDate":1746787328769,"projectUrl":"project/a-comfortable-seat-in-the-calming-center/9082015/","projectTitle":"A Comfortable Seat in the Calming Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McMillan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2041127_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738171253050","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2041127"},{"teacherId":8435008,"projectId":9226269,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students in my class, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of headphones. Your support has made a meaningful impact on our classroom by allowing students to engage in individualized learning without distractions.\r\n\r\nThese headphones are helping our learners focus, access digital resources, and work at their own pace — creating a more effective and inclusive learning environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' success! We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1746785512705,"projectUrl":"project/lend-an-ear-hear-the-future/9226269/","projectTitle":"Lend an Ear, Hear the Future","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8435008_orig.png?crop=1182,1182,x0,y98&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733276883573","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8435008"},{"teacherId":1814728,"projectId":8917133,"letterContent":"thank you for helping my girls be confident in my class. Accidents happen and it is understandable, however, at such an early age it can be embarrassing. With your generosity, it has definitely made a difference in my classroom. My girls come to class confident that if they need my assistance, it is at the reach of their hands. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has shown them that there are people who understand and care about their well being in school. They understand that kind people who do not even know them are generous enough to help them through a rough day at school. Something so basic has come a long way in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1737141752998,"projectUrl":"project/always-period-prepared/8917133/","projectTitle":"Always Period Prepared","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ponce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1814728_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1576129482801","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teresa-ponce"},{"teacherId":9752914,"projectId":8801324,"letterContent":"Thank you, Letter Donors Choose\r\n\r\n\r\nAs a Student Family Resources Navigator, I want to express my sincere appreciation to Donors Choose for providing our students with a more comfortable reading experience. The 96th Street Steam Academy Library, which serves students from Transitional Kindergarten to 6th grade, has greatly benefited from your generous donation of bean bags and accessories. This contribution has not only transformed our library but also sparked joy and enthusiasm among the students, encouraging them to dive into books while being comfortably seated. Thank you for your impact!\r\n\r\nI am committed to enhancing the library's environment so all students feel welcomed and motivated to read. Our librarian, Ms. Lizaola, highlighted the importance of fostering a habit of reading at a young age as a key factor in students' success throughout the school year. To build on this initiative, we plan to acquire additional chairs and comfortable tables to create inviting spaces for students to engage in literacy projects.","fullyFundedDate":1735497821068,"projectUrl":"project/school-library/8801324/","projectTitle":"School Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Abanto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9752914"},{"teacherId":8435008,"projectId":8552121,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation of chart paper and markers. Students were very excited to have a new set of markers and have been able to use the materials to share their thinking with others. They have been able to chart their math work, work in collaborative groups, and make anchor charts to document their learning. I have also been able to create classroom anchor charts for future reference after a new concept is taught.\r\n\r\nThis materials are going to give all students access to expressing and documenting their learning. It will then be shared with their classmates and parents! Thank you for making learning in this way possible in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1733273751251,"projectUrl":"project/anchor-our-thinking/8552121/","projectTitle":"Anchor Our Thinking","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8435008_orig.png?crop=1182,1182,x0,y98&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733276883573","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8435008"},{"teacherId":1814728,"projectId":8429757,"letterContent":"You investment in my classroom will go a long way! You donations have definitely made a huge impact on my students, as they are now able to have a divider of their own for testing purposes. Before we had to share the dividers and some students were not in their \"private office\" as we call it. Now, because of your interest in our classroom, each child will get their own \"private office\". The kids were super excited to unwrap their new offices so that they can do their best in their own private spot during testing. \r\n Your generosity will go a long way, as these dividers will help not only my current students, but the ones to come as well. We truly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1727371122094,"projectUrl":"project/privacy-please/8429757/","projectTitle":"Privacy Please","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ponce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1814728_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1576129482801","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teresa-ponce"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7552","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":508,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":78,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":71.9,"schoolId":7552,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about 96th Street Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"96th Street Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/los-angeles-unified-school-district/96th-street-elementary-school/7552"}