{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Broad Avenue Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":19.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1212529,"projectId":10018038,"letterContent":"Receiving their favorite Mo Willems book to take home has a powerful and lasting impact on my kindergarten students. It builds a deep sense of pride, ownership, and excitement around reading. Because this story is familiar, funny, and engaging, students are eager to revisit this book again and again—helping to build confidence, fluency, and comprehension. Having a beloved book at home also encourages families to read together, strengthening the home–school connection. Most importantly, this experience helps spark a genuine love of reading, showing students that books are not just for school, but something to treasure and enjoy every day. The easiest way to become a better reader is to read everyday! Thank you for helping my students.","fullyFundedDate":1771008745719,"projectUrl":"project/mo-books-mo-smiles-mo-reading/10018038/","projectTitle":"Mo Books, Mo Smiles, Mo Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bergin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1212529_orig.jpg?crop=590,590,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632013934861","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1212529"},{"teacherId":9558926,"projectId":9677619,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund uniform shirts for boys at our school! Uniforms are mandatory for our students and some of our families can't afford to buy them, namely our families experiencing homelessness and our foster youth. Sometimes these students come to school wearing uniform shirts that are dirty because they only own one and don't have a spare to wear while the other one is being washed. Other students wear shirts that are ragged or torn since they only own the one shirt. \r\n\r\nThank you for allowing us to help these families by giving them an extra uniform shirt. This will allow our more needy students to come to school with a crisp, new white uniform shirt and feel less self-aware and more accepted and confident at school.","fullyFundedDate":1767213051967,"projectUrl":"project/uniform-shirts-for-boys-k-8th-grade/9677619/","projectTitle":"Uniform Shirts for Boys K-8th Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Giselle, School Social Worker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9558926_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1735262094326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-giselle"},{"teacherId":9300482,"projectId":9553339,"letterContent":"We are using the new resources on a daily basis as part of our learning. The calming colors rug is used during our whole group instruction, circle time, and center time as our blocks area. Each student has been assigned a square on the rug as their personal space. They use their space to create safe boundaries for sitting and participating in daily stretches. They love having their own space. During circle time they form a circle on it and talk about how they are feeling that day and why. This gives me insight into how the day might go and if I need to address anything before our day begins. The beautiful rug also serves as a designated space for students to explore blocks and use their imagination to build buildings, ramps, and play while learning about cars, trains, and community life during center time. The modern vinyl chair is not only cute but also very durable. It is being used in the library area. It provides the students a place to comfortably sit down and enjoy exploring their favorite book. The calming color soft seats serve as seating when students visit the calming corner. They are comfortable and they love the colors. They get to sit with friends who are struggling emotionally and need a space to find their center; hence providing them with a \"Zen Classroom.\"\r\n\r\nThe students were very excited with all the new resources. They couldn't wait to use the chair in the library area and the cushions in the calming corner. The squares on the calming rug offered students personal space and comfort. The colors serve as a way to line them up according to color in an orderly fashion and are soothing to the eye. \r\n\r\nWe recently began the wheels study which means students will be using the calming colors rug to explore objects with wheels as well as create ramps to learn about how the height of the ramp impacts speed. In the library area they will be using the vinyl chair to read books that feature any type of wheel. The cushions will continue to offer a place of comfort for them to manage their emotions. In the Wheels study students will be learning to expand their understanding of wheels beyond the tires on a car and discover the wide variety of wheels in their school and community. Thank you so much for your generosity and for making this all possible.","fullyFundedDate":1760816091474,"projectUrl":"project/zen-class/9553339/","projectTitle":"Zen Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9300482"},{"teacherId":7516508,"projectId":9813060,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project Outdoor Sensory Play for Growing Minds! My students are absolutely thrilled to explore our new sensory bin, sand, and sand-and-water play materials. These tools offer hands-on, calming, and engaging experiences that help my young learners regulate, explore, and grow. They utilize the sensory bins daily during our recess and lunch, and these materials will make that time even more meaningful and joyful.\r\n\r\nYour generosity truly makes a difference in our classroom. We can't wait to put everything to good use!","fullyFundedDate":1761341079559,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-sensory-play-for-growing-minds/9813060/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Sensory Play for Growing Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roethlisberger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7516508"},{"teacherId":7516508,"projectId":9473655,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous support of my project, Back to Basics: Supplies for a Bright Start. Because of you, my Kindergarten and First Grade Autism Core students will begin each day with the essential tools they need to learn, create, and thrive.\r\n\r\nYour donation ensures that every child—no matter their background—has access to quality materials that make learning hands-on, joyful, and engaging. These basic supplies will spark creativity, build confidence, and help my students develop the fine motor and academic skills that form the foundation for lifelong learning.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in my students and our classroom community. Your kindness and support make a lasting difference in their lives every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1753885704948,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics-supplies-for-a-bright-st/9473655/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics: Supplies for a Bright Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roethlisberger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7516508"},{"teacherId":10054389,"projectId":9408635,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping make our dream of a comfortable floor seating space come true! This rug has had such a positive impact on our students. When many of them first came into the room, they laid on the rug and talked about how soft and cozy it was (talk about an amazing opportunity to practice our speech and language skills in a natural environment)! The happy faces truly brightened their day.\r\n\r\nThis rug has become essential to our speech therapy activities. It's made story time so much more fun and engaging. The students love picking out a face to claim as their 'spot' and it's made it so much easier to offer a flexible seating option for them to move about while focusing on the task. \r\n\r\nSeeing their faces light up to match the positive vibes the rug brings to our room has brought immeasurable joy to our corner of Broad Avenue Elementary. I truly can't thank you enough for what you've done for us.","fullyFundedDate":1750774666431,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calming-connected-space-for/9408635/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calming, Connected Space for Speech Therapy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amanda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10054389_orig.jpg?crop=1600,1600,x0,y32&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749662227184","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10054389"},{"teacherId":7516508,"projectId":8781665,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Flexible Seating for Focus and Engagement\"! The new seating options—especially the wobble chairs—have quickly become classroom favorites and have made a huge difference in student focus and participation.\r\n\r\nWhen the wobble chairs arrived, students rushed to try them out. One student said, \"This helps my body move and listen!\" These seats are now part of our daily routine during reading groups, writing time, and independent work. They've helped students stay regulated, focused, and more engaged in learning.\r\n\r\nWe're currently working on personal narrative writing and math centers, and these flexible seating options are helping students build the stamina they need to participate fully. Thank you for giving my students the tools to learn in the ways that work best for them!","fullyFundedDate":1726666037764,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-focus-and-engagemen/8781665/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Focus and Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roethlisberger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7516508"},{"teacherId":7516508,"projectId":8329616,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Writing Center Supplies and Artwork Drying Rack\"! The new writing materials have energized our writing center, and the drying rack has been a game changer during art time.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies arrived, my students were thrilled—especially with the fun pens, stencils, and new paper choices. One student said, \"Now I can write my own book!\" We've been using the materials during independent writing and journaling time, and the drying rack has helped us safely display our painting projects without mess or stress.\r\n\r\nThese tools have encouraged creativity, fine motor development, and pride in our work. Coming up, we'll be using the writing center to create \"All About Me\" books and illustrated stories—now with a place to let our masterpieces dry!\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a space where writing and art come to life.","fullyFundedDate":1715170582134,"projectUrl":"project/writing-center-supplies-and-artwork-dryi/8329616/","projectTitle":"Writing Center Supplies and Artwork Drying Rack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roethlisberger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7516508"},{"teacherId":7516508,"projectId":7579651,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"School Supplies to Start the Year Off Right!\" Your generous donation gave us the essential tools—pencils, markers, glue sticks, folders, and more—to begin the school year with confidence and excitement.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies arrived, my students lit up with joy. One student hugged a fresh box of crayons and said, \"I love the smell of new!\" These basic materials have made a big impact—we've already used them for name-writing activities, self-portraits, and our All About Me books.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be using the supplies during our upcoming unit on colors, shapes, and patterns—creating projects that help build both academic and fine motor skills. Thanks to you, we're off to a strong, colorful start!","fullyFundedDate":1690990039284,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies-to-start-the-year-off-ri/7579651/","projectTitle":"School Supplies to Start the Year Off Right!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roethlisberger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7516508"},{"teacherId":7516508,"projectId":9115946,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Supporting Sensory Needs for Students with Autism\"! The seat cushions, wobble chair legs, and balance balls have made a huge difference in helping my students stay focused, calm, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the students were so curious and excited—one student immediately said, \"This helps my body feel better!\" We've been using the sensory seating during whole group lessons, independent work, and reading time. These tools have created a more inclusive and responsive learning environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nUp next, we're working on longer independent writing sessions, and these supports are helping students build the stamina they need to express their thoughts and ideas.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us meet our students' unique needs and making our classroom a place where every learner can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1740013237603,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-sensory-needs-for-students-wi/9115946/","projectTitle":"Supporting Sensory Needs for Students with Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roethlisberger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7516508"},{"teacherId":7516508,"projectId":7046882,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"A Place to Create, Discover, and Explore\"! Your generosity brought art, craft, and building materials into our classroom—and with them, a spark of imagination and endless possibilities.\r\n\r\nThe students were amazed when they saw the supplies—paint, craft sticks, googly eyes, blocks, and more. \"We can make anything now!\" one student exclaimed. Since then, we've created beautiful artwork and built incredible inventions—from robots and rocket ships to houses and vehicles. These hands-on projects have supported fine motor development, teamwork, and creative expression in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nNext, we're diving into a unit on community and problem-solving, where students will use the materials to design and build tools or places that help others. Your gift gave my students the freedom to explore, express, and dream big. Thank you for believing in them!","fullyFundedDate":1672450358826,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-to-create-discover-and-explore/7046882/","projectTitle":"A Place to Create, Discover, and Explore","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roethlisberger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7516508"},{"teacherId":7516508,"projectId":7392622,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"A Vacuum, Broom, and Dustpan to Ensure a Clean Classroom\"! These simple tools have made a big impact in our busy kindergarten classroom. We now start and end each day with a clean space that helps us focus, stay healthy, and feel proud of our learning environment.\r\n\r\nWhen the vacuum and cleaning tools arrived, my students were fascinated—several even asked if they could take turns helping! Clean-up time has become a cooperative classroom routine, and our little helpers love being part of keeping our space tidy after snacks, sensory play, and art activities.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is more inviting and organized—just in time for our next big unit on community helpers. We'll be learning about jobs that help our community, and your gift has helped model what it means to care for a shared space.","fullyFundedDate":1685389939991,"projectUrl":"project/a-vacuum-broom-and-dustpan-to-ensure-a/7392622/","projectTitle":"A Vacuum, Broom, and Dustpan to Ensure a Clean Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roethlisberger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7516508"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7627","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":486,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":86,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":86,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":80.6,"schoolId":7627,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Broad Avenue Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Broad Avenue Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/los-angeles-unified-school-district/broad-avenue-elementary-school/7627"}