{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Santee Educational Complex","outOfStateSupporters":22.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9225134,"projectId":9136843,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my sincerest gratitude to everyone who has supported the \"Project Planning for Success\" initiative. This project has been a remarkable journey, and I am thrilled to share that it has had a great impact on my students' organizational skills and academic performance. Student have used their planners to help them keep track of their assignments and deadlines as well as important dates. Some students also took these planners and are using them in their college journey to help them succeed.\r\nAdditionally the fidget toys and stress balls have been extremely popular and helpful when talking to my students about coping skills, stress managements and overall focus in their classes. Student now independently stop by whenever they are feeling stress int heir classes to ask for a stress ball or look at some of the fidget toys. Your donations have truly helped my students and school keep organized and promote academic success.","fullyFundedDate":1746786233347,"projectUrl":"project/planning-for-success/9136843/","projectTitle":"Planning for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Guillen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9225134_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723698196183","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9225134"},{"teacherId":9535088,"projectId":8692354,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our classroom now has access to a high-quality printer that has made a significant impact on our students' learning experience. The ability to print vibrant, engaging posters and visuals has not only brightened our classroom but also brought our science lessons to life in a way that textbooks alone cannot.\r\n\r\nThe technology is transforming how students engage with the material. For example, I can now print colorful diagrams, infographics, and educational posters that help break down complex concepts in a visually appealing and easily digestible format. This makes learning more interactive and allows students to better understand key ideas.\r\n\r\nWhat excites our students the most is the visual nature of the materials we can create. They love seeing their classroom filled with visuals that relate directly to their current lessons, and it's clear that they're more motivated to engage with the content. The printer has also allowed for more hands-on, creative projects. Students can now create their own posters and presentations, putting their knowledge into practice and feeling a sense of ownership over their work.\r\n\r\nSome students, particularly those who thrive in visual and hands-on learning environments, have especially flourished with the new technology. For instance, one student who previously struggled with traditional worksheets has excelled by using the printer to create custom study materials. Seeing their hard work come to life in vibrant, tangible forms has greatly boosted their confidence and enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nOverall, this donation has helped create a dynamic and engaging classroom environment, where students are not just passive learners but active participants in shaping their educational journey. 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One student exclaimed, \"We can use the paint to add so much detail to our posters!\" Another said, \"This is going to make our posters look so professional!\" The resources you provided helped bring their creative visions to life. Seeing their enthusiasm and the quality of their work was truly inspiring! \r\n\r\nMy students are in high school and they don't often get snacks or play doh to cope; seeing these resources melt their stress during finals was magical. Seeing them relax after their presentations and use their creativity to express themselves was heartwarming beyond belief. My students don't often get the opportunity to be children and you gave them that. \r\n\r\nAs for our next steps, we're diving into a unit on storytelling and visual expression. Students will create storyboards for personal narratives, which they'll later transform into digital or physical art pieces. These projects help build their confidence in both self-expression and collaboration. \r\n\r\nYour support has truly enriched their learning experience, and I can't thank you enough for being part of this journey. Your kindness extends far beyond the materials—it's fostering creativity, pride, and joy in each student.","fullyFundedDate":1733259086512,"projectUrl":"project/full-bellies-foster-creative-minds/8711109/","projectTitle":"Full Bellies Foster Creative Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6191095_orig.png?crop=804,804,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724195184842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6191095"},{"teacherId":9535088,"projectId":8388827,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, New Classroom Essentials! Your generosity has provided my students with the tools they need to succeed, and it has already made a significant difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies arrived, my students were absolutely thrilled. They were excited to see the brightly colored pencils, markers, and highlighters, and their enthusiasm was contagious. These materials have brought new energy to our lessons, allowing students to engage with their learning in creative and meaningful ways. One moment that stood out was during our recent activity on the carbon cycle. Students used colored pencils and markers to draw detailed models of the cycle, adding creative flair to represent processes like photosynthesis and cellular respiration. The highlighters have also become a go-to tool as students annotate diagrams and take notes on key concepts, boosting both their understanding and confidence.\r\n\r\nThese resources have made learning more accessible and interactive for my students. As we move forward, we'll be using these materials to tackle our next big project: designing PSAs and creating scientific models to address the impact of urban heat islands. The supplies will help students visualize and communicate their ideas effectively while fostering their STEM identities and critical thinking skills.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has brought joy and inspiration to my classroom, and I am so grateful for your support. You've given my students the tools they need to thrive, and we couldn't have done it without you.","fullyFundedDate":1725932093939,"projectUrl":"project/new-classroom-essentials/8388827/","projectTitle":"New Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9535088_orig.jpg?crop=1108,1108,x50,y143&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747868351220","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-amyhernandez"},{"teacherId":9535088,"projectId":8412563,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my project, Folder Forward: Igniting Science Engagement! Your contribution has made a tangible impact in my classroom and has significantly enhanced my students' learning experiences.\r\n\r\nStudents were thrilled to organize their materials into their own personalized folders, and it quickly became a game changer for their accountability and focus. No more scrambling for misplaced papers—everything they need is now at their fingertips, allowing us to dive straight into the heart of our lessons. The whiteboards, too, have been a hit. We've used them to brainstorm ideas, visualize concepts like the carbon cycle and photosynthesis, and even compete in friendly review games. One memorable moment was when students worked in teams to diagram the carbon cycle on their boards and proudly shared their work with the class, showcasing their understanding with creativity and confidence.\r\n\r\nThese resources have transformed our daily routines and elevated our engagement during projects. For example, as part of our ongoing unit on urban heat islands, students used their folders to organize research on abiotic and biotic factors, while the whiteboards helped them model the albedo effect and brainstorm solutions for mitigating urban heat islands. The visual and hands-on nature of these tools has deepened their critical thinking and collaborative skills.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, my students are thriving in a more organized, dynamic, and interactive learning environment. They are gaining confidence in their abilities and taking ownership of their education. Next, we'll be applying these tools to a Public Service Announcement project, where students will create solutions to environmental challenges, reinforcing their understanding of science while inspiring real-world impact.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support in making this possible. 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