{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Parmelee Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1013125,"projectId":10087793,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of our brand new MacBook Pro. Your support is greatly appreciated and its making a meaningful difference in our classroom. Having access to a reliable technology helps us continue our work more effectively, and our students get the most of their learning. \r\n\r\nHaving a MacBook Pro encourages early learning skills through interactive reading, math, and educational games. It builds basic technology familiarity that helps prepare children for future classroom learning.\r\n\r\nthank you again for your generous donations.","fullyFundedDate":1777908141202,"projectUrl":"project/transitional-kindergarten-and-technology/10087793/","projectTitle":"Transitional Kindergarten and Technology!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Repreza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1013125_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523639907481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/repreza"},{"teacherId":8670543,"projectId":10082381,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Many of our students rely on visuals in ways that go beyond traditional learning tools. In our classroom, color visuals plays a critical role in helping students communicate, build independence, and access their learning.\r\n\r\nOne of the most impactful additions has been the use of color ink to create communication visuals and color-coded independent binders. Because many of my students are nonverbal, these visuals serve as their voice. The ability to print in color makes a significant difference, it helps students quickly recognize symbols, organize their materials, and navigate tasks more independently both at school and at home.\r\nWhat excites my students most about this new resource is how much easier it is for them to express their needs and understand expectations. The visuals are clearer, more engaging, and more meaningful to them when printed in color.\r\nSeveral students, especially those who rely heavily on visual supports, have shown tremendous growth. They are initiating communication more frequently, completing tasks with greater independence, and showing increased confidence throughout the day.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly made a difference in giving my students a stronger voice and greater access to their education. Thank you for helping them succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1770663248680,"projectUrl":"project/color-visuals-to-support-my-autism-speci/10082381/","projectTitle":"Color Visuals to Support My Autism Special Education Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DIAZ","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8670543_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769661919209","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8670543"},{"teacherId":1013125,"projectId":10191182,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to thank you for your generous donations to our project. Your donations helped get speakers for outdoor play and our outdoor learning activities. It has provide our students with a big benefit through natural engagement and motivation though music. \r\n\r\nTechnology (speaker) supports early literacy and math skills. It also builds collaboration and communication when used in small groups, as well as big groups. Two essential skills in Transitional kindergarten.\r\n\r\nMusic also helps with access and differentiation. Some students need extra support, to build self confidence and feel safe while learning, and music provides that.","fullyFundedDate":1776114963903,"projectUrl":"project/music-and-fitness-are-fun/10191182/","projectTitle":"Music and Fitness Are Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Repreza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1013125_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523639907481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/repreza"},{"teacherId":9442668,"projectId":10157456,"letterContent":"Our Every Child Deserves a Snack project has made a meaningful difference in our classroom by ensuring that every child has access to nutritious snacks throughout the day, helping them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. We use these snacks during our daily routine, especially after outdoor play and during small group instruction, when students need that extra boost to stay engaged. One special moment was seeing their excitement and gratitude when they first saw the snacks. Many of them smiled, shared with friends, and felt a sense of comfort knowing food was available. This has also opened the door for conversations about healthy habits and caring for our bodies. As we move forward, we plan to connect this project to lessons about nutrition, sharing, and community, empowering students to understand the importance of taking care of themselves and others.","fullyFundedDate":1774963778992,"projectUrl":"project/every-child-deserves-a-snack/10157456/","projectTitle":"Every Child Deserves a Snack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9442668_orig.png?crop=427,427,x85,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705890122386","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-adeli-gonzalez"},{"teacherId":9442668,"projectId":10157135,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom by ensuring my students stay hydrated throughout the school day, especially during active learning and outdoor play. We use these resources daily, and one special moment was during recess when students were able to quickly and independently get water and return ready to learn with more focus and energy. When the materials first arrived, my students were excited and proud to have easy access to water, and it helped create a more comfortable and supportive learning environment. Moving forward, we will continue using these resources as we learn about healthy habits and how to take care of our bodies, helping students make real-life connections to our lessons.","fullyFundedDate":1774963670732,"projectUrl":"project/water-for-our-little-learners/10157135/","projectTitle":"Water for Our Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9442668_orig.png?crop=427,427,x85,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705890122386","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-adeli-gonzalez"},{"teacherId":1013125,"projectId":4833359,"letterContent":"I want to thank every single one of you for your generous donations. With your generous donations we were able to get our materials. We will always be thankful for supporting our learning.\r\nBecause of people like you, we have the opportunity to enhance our learning experiences. It helps us to be ready for our educational learning throughout life. Please continue to be kind and making such an amazing differences on our learning experiences. \r\nour gratitude comes from the bottom of our hearts. Thank you so much for help build our educational lives.","fullyFundedDate":1583533336812,"projectUrl":"project/kinder-ready/4833359/","projectTitle":"Kinder Ready!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Repreza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1013125_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523639907481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/repreza"},{"teacherId":1013125,"projectId":9853144,"letterContent":"I would like to express our gratitude for your generous donations. We are so thankful, your donations made our dream come true. We now have an amazing sound system. We love our speaker. \r\nWe are now able to go outdoors and perform our outdoor activities with our speaker. It is such a difference listening to our move and play songs on our high quality speaker. It makes it so much better. \r\nMy students are truly blessed to have gotten this project funded by your generous donations. We also use our speaker for our daily phonemic awareness lessons.","fullyFundedDate":1771001290081,"projectUrl":"project/lets-play-and-move/9853144/","projectTitle":"Let's Play and Move!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Repreza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1013125_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523639907481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/repreza"},{"teacherId":9442668,"projectId":10011380,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Paper for Growing Minds. Because of your generosity, my students now have the materials they need to fully engage in hands-on learning every single day. In our transitional kindergarten classroom, paper is more than just a supply; it's a tool for creativity, language development, and self-expression. We have been using the paper for drawing, early writing, and creating simple books. One special moment was when my students created their own \"All About Me\" books. They were so excited to draw pictures of their families and attempt to write their names and ideas. Seeing their pride as they shared their work with classmates was truly unforgettable.","fullyFundedDate":1769177738506,"projectUrl":"project/paper-for-growing-minds/10011380/","projectTitle":"Paper for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9442668_orig.png?crop=427,427,x85,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705890122386","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-adeli-gonzalez"},{"teacherId":9442668,"projectId":9893451,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support my students and our community now have access to important wellness items that help them feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn each day. These resources are kept in a small classroom wellness station that students can access whenever they need them. One meaningful moment occurred when a student quietly asked for an item and later shared how relieved they felt knowing our classroom had what they needed. Moments like that remind students that our classroom is a safe and caring space where their well being matters.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, students were curious and appreciative. Many expressed gratitude that our classroom now had supplies available for anyone who might need them. The presence of these essentials has helped reduce stress and embarrassment for students who may not always have access to these items at home, allowing them to stay focused on learning and participating in class activities. Access to basic wellness supplies can play a big role in students' confidence, comfort, and ability to engage in school. \r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue building a supportive classroom environment where students learn the importance of self-care and caring for one another. These resources allow us to focus on our lessons, collaborative work, and personal growth while knowing that students' basic needs are being supported. Your generosity has helped create a classroom where students feel valued, respected, and ready to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1764892585239,"projectUrl":"project/wellness-essentials-for-all/9893451/","projectTitle":"Wellness Essentials for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9442668_orig.png?crop=427,427,x85,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705890122386","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-adeli-gonzalez"},{"teacherId":9442668,"projectId":9892898,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project and helping us create a healthier classroom environment. The disinfecting wipes have become part of our daily routine. I use them to wipe down their desks, shared tables, and commonly used materials before and after activities. This has helped keep our classroom clean while also teaching students responsibility and the importance of taking care of their shared learning space.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, students were excited to see that they could play an active role in keeping their classroom healthy. Many immediately volunteered to help pass around the hand sanitizer. One special moment was during our classroom clean-up rotation when a student proudly said that we were \"keeping our classroom safe for everyone.\" It was wonderful to see them understand how their actions help protect their classmates.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we can focus more on learning while feeling confident that our classroom is a clean and safe place. As we continue our lessons, students are also learning about germs, hygiene, and healthy habits that they can use both in school and at home. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful for your kindness. Thank you for helping our students stay healthy and ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1764786951456,"projectUrl":"project/stay-germ-free/9892898/","projectTitle":"Stay Germ Free!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9442668_orig.png?crop=427,427,x85,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705890122386","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-adeli-gonzalez"},{"teacherId":10421602,"projectId":10083209,"letterContent":"The new 3D printing resources have made a big impact in our classroom by turning learning into a hands on and meaningful experience. My students are using the materials to explore shapes, build simple designs, and connect what we are learning in math and science to real world objects. One memorable moment was when students designed basic shapes and then watched the printer create them. They were excited to see their ideas come to life and immediately began talking about what they wanted to create next.\r\nWhen the materials were first introduced, students were curious, surprised, and eager to participate. Many had never seen a 3D printer before, so it sparked a lot of questions and conversations. It also encouraged students who are usually quiet to engage more and share their ideas.\r\nMoving forward, students will continue using the 3D printer to support current lessons by designing more detailed projects and working together to solve problems. They will practice planning, creating, and improving their designs. This experience is helping them build creativity, confidence, and early STEM skills while making learning more engaging and accessible.","fullyFundedDate":1770428789125,"projectUrl":"project/creating-tomorrow-3d-printing-for-young/10083209/","projectTitle":"Creating Tomorrow: 3D Printing for Young Innovators","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ponce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10421602"},{"teacherId":1165281,"projectId":9558794,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping fund our class project! We were already in need of ink for the printer and it came right before we started our new How To writing unit. I was able to print our class posters in color! \r\nMy students are happy to have a sharpener they have easy access to. We use colored pencils daily and they can easily sharpen them with our new pencil sharpener. \r\nI have already made copies for our classroom crafts on our white cardstock paper. This paper is best for paining and keeping our crafts from bending. We used it for our 100tg day of school craft, our Presidents' Day craft, and Valentine crafts! \r\nThis refill was much needed, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1764822270729,"projectUrl":"project/can-i-get-a-refill-please/9558794/","projectTitle":"Can I Get a Refill, Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Andrade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1165281_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452576769838","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/andrade"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7592","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":716,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":96,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"20.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":79.9,"schoolId":7592,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Parmelee Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Parmelee Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/los-angeles-unified-school-district/parmelee-elementary-school/7592"}