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Thank you for helping bring this project to life!","fullyFundedDate":1757524147930,"projectUrl":"project/moon-phases-in-a-box-project/9686463/","projectTitle":"Moon Phases in-a-Box Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7410486_orig.jpg?crop=1566,1566,x0,y214&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597052788178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7410486"},{"teacherId":9324136,"projectId":9445143,"letterContent":"I cannot describe how excited my students were when we received the stuffed animals, flexible seating, and stools. My students LOVED everything! During our small group activities, students love moving around the classroom and sitting on the round table (this is where our stools live) and grabbing a stuffed animal. During STAR testing, my students asked me if they could use a stuffed animal \"for emotional support.\" These materials have become an essential part of our classroom. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping me give my students physical and emotional comfort at school. \r\n\r\nP.S. A student asked me where I bought the stuffed animals from - he is excited to have some at home.","fullyFundedDate":1758651868653,"projectUrl":"project/feels-like-home/9445143/","projectTitle":"Feels Like Home","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Solorio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9324136_orig.jpg?crop=3072,3072,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698967819694","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9324136"},{"teacherId":8801617,"projectId":9518629,"letterContent":"I just want to say how grateful I am for the new resources you have provided for my classroom. My students were so excited when I introduced each one of these resources to them and have already had many opportunities to build or create something fun with them. \r\nWe used the paints for our Art to Remember project for my TK families. The best part of this project is that their families can purchase their artwork on a variety of items, such as keychains, mugs, etc. Also, some of my students have really enjoyed building shelters or animal homes with the bamboo blocks. The Snapbots are an absolute hit as well as they love using the Wiki sticks to create the letters in their name. The peg board game is helping them learn number representation.\r\nI enjoy finding a variety of ways to use the wonderful resources I have been given to make learning fun and engaging. It takes quite a bit of planning and prep with TK students, but the reward of watching them grow and learn is worth the work. I thoroughly enjoy preparing these little ones for Kindergarten and wouldn't be able to do it well without your support is so important and I truly appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1755009841723,"projectUrl":"project/steam-learning-for-transitional-kinderga/9518629/","projectTitle":"STEAM Learning for Transitional Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8801617_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665896035790","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8801617"},{"teacherId":8616087,"projectId":9359668,"letterContent":"During Hispanic Heritage month, students in my dual-immersion classroom learned about the famous Mexican (more specifically Oaxacan) art of Alebrijes. Alebrijes are a recognizable and fun way to celebrate Mexican culture. Students learned the different states of Mexico, and they learned all about Alebrijes. They chose an animal or a figure which they colored and then with the air-dry clay that you provided, they recreated the 2D drawing into a 3D figure. The kids loved it and parents loved the 2D artwork. \r\n\r\nAir-dry clay was the perfect medium for this project. By having the kids bring to life their drawing, the memory is engrained deep into their brains. Not only are they learning to be creative, but they are learning about culturally relevant art forms. \r\n\r\nThank you to all of the generous donors and to Quill for contributing a match! I very much appreciate your thoughtfulness.","fullyFundedDate":1750773736849,"projectUrl":"project/project-based-learning-art-supplies/9359668/","projectTitle":"Project Based Learning Art Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Glende","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8616087_orig.jpg?crop=419,419,x32,y48&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708555247734","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8616087"},{"teacherId":7043396,"projectId":9335334,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our classroom project! Because of your support, we were able to bring in a wonderful collection of books that have already made a meaningful impact on my students. Many of them now have access to stories that reflect their identities, interests, and dreams—books that spark curiosity and open doors to new worlds. Your donation has truly helped bring our reading corner to life and created an environment where students feel excited and empowered to read.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the books, I've seen a noticeable shift in the way students engage with reading. Some of my most hesitant readers are now asking for extra time with their favorite books, and even recommending titles to their classmates! We've used these books for independent reading, small group discussions, and even for writing inspiration. The variety and quality of the materials have helped me better meet the diverse needs of my students and made learning more enjoyable and effective for everyone.\r\n\r\nThank you again for choosing to support our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your kindness and belief in our students' potential are making a real difference every single day. 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I think the fun and colorful items will make a big difference in keeping students excited and motivated to learn. Your support has truly helped create a more vibrant and joyful learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1753927632525,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-classroom-supplies/9488380/","projectTitle":"Colorful Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7410486_orig.jpg?crop=1566,1566,x0,y214&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597052788178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7410486"},{"teacherId":7410486,"projectId":9414152,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of recess equipment, including volleyballs and scoop balls. Your support has brought joy and energy to our playground! These resources not only keep students active, but they also promote teamwork, encourage positive interactions, and help build strong friendships. \r\n\r\nStaying physically active during recess also supports students' mental health and well-being. These items will not only benefit my current students, but also my future students. My fifth grade students and I truly appreciate your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1750256147615,"projectUrl":"project/exercise-play-for-better-mental-health/9414152/","projectTitle":"Exercise & Play for Better Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7410486_orig.jpg?crop=1566,1566,x0,y214&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597052788178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7410486"},{"teacherId":7410486,"projectId":9358181,"letterContent":"My students come from a variety of backgrounds. It is easy to not know or understand what others are going through. My hope is that with these books, my fifth grade students can learn more about differences and thereby gain an understanding that we are all different and that is ok. \r\n\r\nMy theme this year is Learning is a Superpower. I now have several books that talk about superpowers such as kindness, acceptance, and gratitude. I am excited to teach students that these qualities help make us better humans.\r\n\r\nMy hope is the books in this project help up all understand we are diverse and unique, and that is to be celebrated.","fullyFundedDate":1749762012202,"projectUrl":"project/learning-to-celebrate-our-differences/9358181/","projectTitle":"Learning to Celebrate Our Differences","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7410486_orig.jpg?crop=1566,1566,x0,y214&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597052788178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7410486"},{"teacherId":7410486,"projectId":9231924,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students will be able to create their very own ecosystems-in-a-box. After learning about various ecosystems, they will be able to use all the items like cotton balls, pony beads (rain drops!), plastic animals, and more to bring their learning to life. These hands-on materials will allow them to apply their knowledge in a fun, meaningful way and deepen their understanding of how ecosystems function.\r\n\r\nThis project not only enhances their science education, but also encourages creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. It's always so fun to see the excitement on their faces when they get to build something of their own and connect what they've learned in the classroom to a real-world concept. Even better, they get to do it in the classroom with their friends.\r\n\r\nI am so excited to share this project with my fifth grade students, and I am incredibly grateful for your support in making this experience possible for them. Your kindness is truly making a difference in our classroom. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1746455995189,"projectUrl":"project/earths-spheres-interactions-stem-projec/9231924/","projectTitle":"Earth's Spheres Interactions STEM Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7410486_orig.jpg?crop=1566,1566,x0,y214&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597052788178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7410486"},{"teacherId":7410486,"projectId":9145411,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation! Your support provided essential craft materials like cardboard boxes, foam balls, mini flashlight, play dough, and black paint for an exciting hands-on science project. Each student built a moon model inside a box to explore how the moon's phases change as it orbits Earth. This engaging activity helped students visualize how sunlight creates the moon's phases - we all learned a lot. Your contribution made this learning experience possible, and we are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1744032785741,"projectUrl":"project/moon-phases-box-project/9145411/","projectTitle":"Moon Phases Box Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7410486_orig.jpg?crop=1566,1566,x0,y214&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597052788178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7410486"},{"teacherId":7410486,"projectId":9330492,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! Hands-on learning truly is the best kind, and your contribution of play dough, markers, and card stock made a big difference in our classroom. These materials helped my students to engage their creativity while exploring and understanding 3-D shapes in a fun, meaningful way. Your support encourages curiosity, imagination, and deeper learning. We are so grateful for your kindness and for investing in my students' education. Thank you for making learning exciting and memorable!","fullyFundedDate":1746764242752,"projectUrl":"project/fun-math-manipulatives-to-play-and-learn/9330492/","projectTitle":"Fun Math Manipulatives to Play and Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7410486_orig.jpg?crop=1566,1566,x0,y214&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597052788178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7410486"},{"teacherId":7043396,"projectId":9310086,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the donation of comfortable seating, stools, and kickbands for our classroom. Your generosity has made a meaningful impact on our learning environment, creating a space where students feel supported, engaged, and more at ease throughout the day. The new seating options have not only enhanced physical comfort but have also helped improve focus and participation—especially for those who benefit from movement and flexible seating arrangements.\r\n\r\nThe addition of stools and kickbands has provided students with positive outlets for energy, allowing them to stay attentive while remaining physically active in a subtle, productive way. Your support shows a deep understanding of what it takes to create an inclusive and adaptive classroom where every student can thrive. We are truly grateful for your kindness and investment in our students' success and well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1746476682810,"projectUrl":"project/gift-of-classroom-comfort-and-focus/9310086/","projectTitle":"Gift of Classroom Comfort and Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quirsfeld","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7043396_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746711963922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7043396"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90201","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":532,"numTeachers":23,"percentFrplEligible":51,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":37,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":57,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"23.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.0,"schoolId":90201,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mammoth Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mammoth Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/mammoth-unified-school-district/mammoth-elementary-school/90201"}