{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Brainard Avenue Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2816352,"projectId":10293675,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Glitter, Paint & Keepsakes: A Year of TK Art!\" Your generosity brought creativity, excitement, and meaningful learning into our TK classroom.\r\n\r\nOne special project we created using our new materials was personalized Father's Day keychains. My students carefully painted, decorated, and personalized their keychains while sharing stories about their dads, grandpas, uncles, or special loved ones. They were incredibly focused and proud to create something handmade and meaningful to take home. Watching their excitement as they painted, and added special details made this project a memorable classroom moment.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up! They were so excited to explore the paints, glitter, and colorful supplies. Many could not wait to begin creating their special gifts, and they took so much pride in making something unique for their families.\r\n\r\nNext, these resources will help me prepare for the upcoming school year, where students will continue creating meaningful holiday gifts along with Mother's Day and Father's Day projects. Not only did these materials help my students create a special keepsake for their fathers this school year, but they will continue helping future students create heartfelt projects and lasting memories for their families for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in creativity, connection, and the joy of giving through student-made art. Your generosity is helping little learners create gifts filled with love, pride, and unforgettable memories.","fullyFundedDate":1779808324276,"projectUrl":"project/glitter-paint-keepsakes-a-year-of-tk/10293675/","projectTitle":"Glitter, Paint & Keepsakes: A Year of TK Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2816352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713154526327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dominguez-guerrero"},{"teacherId":2816352,"projectId":10099910,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting Build, Stack, and Imagine: Hands-On STEM for Growing Minds! My TK students are using these STEM materials during daily centers to build, design, and problem solve through play. A favorite moment was our build challenge where students worked in small groups to create towers, houses, and imaginative structures using magnetic tiles and translucent blocks while practicing teamwork and communication.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, their excitement was immediate. They gathered around eager to open, sort, and start building right away. You could see their curiosity spark as they explored how pieces connected and balanced.\r\n\r\nNext students will continue using these resources for structured STEM challenges including building to solve problems, creating patterns, and designing collaborative projects that strengthen early engineering and math skills.","fullyFundedDate":1777989886345,"projectUrl":"project/build-stack-and-imagine-hands-on-stem/10099910/","projectTitle":"Build, Stack, and Imagine: Hands-On STEM for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2816352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713154526327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dominguez-guerrero"},{"teacherId":2816352,"projectId":10154157,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting From Classroom to Outdoors: Growing Through Play! My TK students use these outdoor games and activities to build teamwork, confidence, and social skills through hands on play. We were even able to create a fun last week of school by hosting a carnival day using these materials, giving students joyful, memorable experiences together. When they first saw the items, they were so excited and eager to explore! One special moment was watching them cheer each other on while practicing sharing, turn taking, and problem solving. Next year, these resources will be a great addition for my new TK students during outdoor learning centers and continued growth through play.","fullyFundedDate":1776262215077,"projectUrl":"project/from-classroom-to-outdoors-growing-thro/10154157/","projectTitle":"From Classroom to Outdoors: Growing Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2816352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713154526327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dominguez-guerrero"},{"teacherId":2816352,"projectId":10099908,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom! Our new sandbox cover will protect our sand area by keeping animals out and the sand clean, safe, and ready for learning. This has been a project on my wish list for the past few years, and I wanted to ensure I could provide a clean and safe sandbox for my students. Thank you for making it happen! When students learned we would have a cover, they were thrilled because they knew they could begin using the sandbox once it was cleaned and protected from debris. My students are especially excited and can't wait to use it in kindergarten since our TK and kindergarten classes share the yard. We'll start next year with a clean sandbox ready for sensory, math, science, and collaborative learning every day.","fullyFundedDate":1777989886022,"projectUrl":"project/building-steam-skills-one-scoop-at-a-tim/10099908/","projectTitle":"Building STEAM Skills One Scoop at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2816352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713154526327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dominguez-guerrero"},{"teacherId":2816352,"projectId":10199383,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting Little Hands, Happy Shelves: Our TK Library Refresh! These materials transformed our classroom library into an organized, inviting space where students confidently explore books. With clear magazine holders, storage bins, toy bags, and a cozy basket, students can now easily access, sort, and care for books and materials. When they first saw the refreshed space, they were excited to explore and help organize everything. 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Students are especially excited to see stories that reflect their cultures and experiences, and many are eager to retell stories, ask questions, and share their thinking with confidence. Thank you for helping this project come to life!","fullyFundedDate":1775770132376,"projectUrl":"project/curious-minds-cozy-corners-and-cultura/10163745/","projectTitle":"Curious Minds, Cozy Corners, and Cultural Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2816352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713154526327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dominguez-guerrero"},{"teacherId":2816352,"projectId":10128050,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students through this project. Your generosity brings hands-on science, literacy, and exploration into our classroom in meaningful ways. With your support, my students are able to investigate light, reflection, discovery, and early engineering concepts through engaging, developmentally appropriate experiences. The addition of Imagimags Magnetic Building Tiles allows my students to design, build, and experiment as young engineers. Our classroom library will also grow with favorites like The Fascinating Bug Book for Kids, sparking curiosity about the natural world. This project helps build problem-solving skills, encourages a love for reading, and inspires my students to grow as confident readers, thinkers, and young scientists every day.","fullyFundedDate":1775316773593,"projectUrl":"project/glow-and-grow-exploring-light-science/10128050/","projectTitle":"Glow and Grow: Exploring Light, Science, and Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2816352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713154526327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dominguez-guerrero"},{"teacherId":5266103,"projectId":9858464,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a calmer, more focused, and more supportive space for every student. The noise-canceling headphones and privacy dividers (our \"privacy offices\") are now part of our daily routines, and they've made a meaningful difference in how students learn and feel at school.\r\n\r\nWe use these resources most during independent work time, small group rotations, and assessments. One powerful moment happened during a recent writing block. A student who often struggles to stay focused put on the headphones and used a privacy divider for the first time. He stayed engaged for the entire writing period and proudly told me, \"I could finally hear my own thinking.\" He completed more writing than I had ever seen from him—it was such a breakthrough moment.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students were incredibly excited. They immediately understood that these tools were special and meant to help them do their best work. Many students asked if they could try them right away, and there was a noticeable shift in the room—students were more settled, more focused, and more confident.\r\n\r\nNow, students independently choose to use the headphones or privacy dividers when they know they need extra focus or a quieter space. It has helped build their self-awareness and independence as learners. These tools have been especially helpful for students who are easily distracted or need a little extra support managing noise and visual stimulation.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build strong independent work habits and stamina. Students are applying these skills during longer writing tasks, reading comprehension activities, and math problem-solving. We are also beginning more project-based learning, where students will need to plan, create, and present their ideas—these resources will help them stay focused and produce their best work.\r\n\r\nThank you for creating a classroom environment where all students can feel successful, supported, and ready to learn. Your generosity is making a lasting impact every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1769177680907,"projectUrl":"project/peaceful-workspaces-for-powerful-thinker/9858464/","projectTitle":"Peaceful Workspaces for Powerful Thinkers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5266103_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522280911973","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/butler-room20"},{"teacherId":2816352,"projectId":10128042,"letterContent":"Our Glow and Grow: Tiny Scientists Shine and Explore project has transformed our STEM learning! The Kaplan Magnetic LED STEM Center immediately captured students' attention with its glowing lights, sparking curiosity and excitement during hands-on investigations. The clear bins for the light table have helped us keep materials organized and easily accessible, allowing students to independently explore and investigate. When students first saw the glowing center, their reactions were full of wonder and excitement. Next, we'll continue using these tools for experiments, sorting, and discovery-based learning to build confidence and scientific thinking.","fullyFundedDate":1774963797081,"projectUrl":"project/glow-and-grow-tiny-scientists-shine-and/10128042/","projectTitle":"Glow and Grow: Tiny Scientists Shine and Explore","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2816352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713154526327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dominguez-guerrero"},{"teacherId":2816352,"projectId":10100522,"letterContent":"Our Exploring Cultures Through Stories, Dance, and Compassion project has brought meaningful, hands-on learning to our TK classroom. Students loved books like The 12 Days of Lunar New Year, Dragon Dance, Amy Wu and the Patchwork Dragon, Ohana Means Family, and Tala Learns to Siva. They were excited to explore cultures through stories, movement, and wearing Hawaiian leis. These experiences made our school's cultural performance even more special, as students proudly embraced and shared what they learned. It sparked joy, curiosity, and empathy.","fullyFundedDate":1773673433587,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-cultures-through-stories-danc/10100522/","projectTitle":"Exploring Cultures Through Stories, Dance, and Compassion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2816352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713154526327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dominguez-guerrero"},{"teacherId":2816352,"projectId":10070668,"letterContent":"Our If You Give a TK a Color Printer... project has transformed our classroom with vibrant visuals thanks to the Epson EcoTank printer! Students were so excited to see bright charts, labels, and learning materials all around the room. These visuals support routines, build vocabulary, and help make learning more accessible. Students are more engaged and confident during lessons. 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