{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"El Toro Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":11.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7285061,"projectId":9946543,"letterContent":"The phonics skill books have had an immediate and meaningful impact on my second-grade inclusion classroom. These resources provide targeted practice in essential phonics patterns and word-building skills, allowing students to strengthen their decoding abilities in a structured and engaging way.\r\n\r\nBecause my classroom includes learners with a wide range of abilities, these books have been especially valuable. Students who need extra support are able to practice specific skills at their own pace, while more advanced readers use the books to reinforce and extend their understanding. The hands-on and focused activities have increased student confidence and helped many reluctant readers experience success.\r\n\r\nI have already seen improvements in students' ability to recognize phonics patterns, read unfamiliar words, and apply these skills during independent reading and writing. The books also make small-group instruction more effective by giving me high-quality materials that align directly with the skills I am teaching.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these phonics skill books are helping my students become more independent and enthusiastic readers. Your generosity is giving them the tools they need to build a strong literacy foundation that will support them throughout their academic journey. Thank you for making such a positive difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1770438706262,"projectUrl":"project/building-confident-readers-one-sound-at/9946543/","projectTitle":"Building Confident Readers, One Sound at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Solvason","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7285061_orig.jpg?crop=614,614,x158,y408&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736282472115","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7285061"},{"teacherId":158403,"projectId":10065133,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our project. Because of you, are able to give our students hands-on projects such as biography banners for National History Months (Asian-Pacific Islanders, Black History, Women's History, etc.). They are so excited to pull their name out of the hat each month and research about them. We have special skin color crayons so they can match skin tone and students ask to use their Chromebooks so they can see what color their person is so they can match it closely.\r\n\r\n For Language Arts, we are reading the novel Fish in a Tree. We pulled a novel study with different comprehension, grammar, and assessment activities. We also used some review games for math before state testing that the students enjoy.\r\n\r\nYour help has enriched our classroom and the students' learning!","fullyFundedDate":1772635009031,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-projects-help-us-learn/10065133/","projectTitle":"Hands on Projects Help Us Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp158403_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1459740520382","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christine-lewis"},{"teacherId":10461288,"projectId":10140839,"letterContent":"Because of your support, my students now have access to engaging, age-appropriate books that will help foster a love of reading and learning.\r\n\r\nIn our Transitional Kindergarten classroom, these books are more than just stories—they are tools that help build early literacy skills, spark imagination, and create meaningful moments of connection. Many of my students are just beginning their journey with books, and your contribution is helping to make that experience exciting and accessible for all.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is already making a difference. Seeing the students' excitement as they explore new books and share stories with one another has been truly special. Thank you for investing in their growth and helping to create a rich and welcoming learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1773863880160,"projectUrl":"project/little-readers-big-dreams-building-our/10140839/","projectTitle":"Little Readers, Big Dreams: Building Our TK Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carvalho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10461288_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x133,y71&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773242668547","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10461288"},{"teacherId":10259791,"projectId":10114255,"letterContent":"As a first-year TK teacher, this project helps me build a rich classroom library filled with engaging spring-themed books focused on frogs, St. Patrick's Day, insect life cycles, and gardening. These high-interest topics spark curiosity, strengthen early literacy skills, and support language development through meaningful, real-world connections. Students will explore how things grow and change, while developing a love of reading in a warm, inviting environment. This library will provide daily opportunities for students to build vocabulary, ask questions, and see themselves as confident, curious learners for many years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1773864146186,"projectUrl":"project/spring-into-reading/10114255/","projectTitle":"Spring into Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. August","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10259791_orig.jpg?crop=803,804,x0,y5&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771658078834","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msaugustclass"},{"teacherId":3484386,"projectId":10155632,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contributions to our classroom treasure box. Thanks to your support, my students now have a wonderful collection of prizes, including mini stuffed animals, scented pencils, pencil toppers, stress balls, and super balls.\r\n\r\nThese small items have made a big impact in our classroom. The treasure box serves as a meaningful incentive that encourages positive behavior, effort, and perseverance and is very helpful for the end of the year motivation. My students are excited and motivated, and it has been truly rewarding to see their faces light up when they earn a chance to choose a prize.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity are helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment where my students feel recognized and encouraged to do their best. I am deeply appreciative of your support and the joy you have brought into our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and making a difference in their daily learning!","fullyFundedDate":1776965013087,"projectUrl":"project/treasure-box-prizes/10155632/","projectTitle":"Treasure Box Prizes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hillesland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3484386_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594936383312","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3484386"},{"teacherId":5541792,"projectId":9992807,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our TK students now have brand-new tricycles that have completely transformed our outdoor playtime. When we first introduced them, the excitement was immediate—big smiles, cheers, and lots of eager riders ready for a turn. For many students, this was their first time on a tricycle, and it has been amazing to watch their confidence grow as they learn to pedal and steer independently.\r\nWe use the tricycles not just for fun, but as part of our learning. \r\n\r\nStudents are building coordination, practicing turn-taking, and following simple directions as they ride. One especially special moment was seeing a hesitant rider take off on their own for the first time while their classmates cheered them on. Moving forward, we plan to add simple \"road rules\" and integrate counting and positional words into our trike time. Thank you for giving our students such a joyful and meaningful way to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1768415428365,"projectUrl":"project/pedaling-toward-play-and-growth/9992807/","projectTitle":"Pedaling Toward Play and Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zerr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5541792_orig.jpg?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597188736608","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-zerr"},{"teacherId":3484386,"projectId":10100311,"letterContent":"Thank you so so much for your generous support in funding my classroom project for Sharpie pens, Expo markers, felt tip pens, and cardstock paper. I truly appreciate your kindness and willingness to invest in my students and our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThese supplies will make a big difference in our daily instruction. The Expo markers will be especially helpful for whiteboard practice during phonics lessons and math practice, allowing students to quickly apply new skills, make corrections, and build confidence. The felt tip pens and Sharpies will also be wonderful tools for writing activities, student projects, and small group enrichment lessons where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students will have the materials they need to participate fully, stay engaged, and strengthen their reading, writing, and math skills in meaningful ways. Your donation is more than just supplies—it's support, encouragement, and a reminder that people truly care about my students' success.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this project possible. Your generosity will have a lasting impact in our classroom, and we are so grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1771304582720,"projectUrl":"project/essential-writing-supplies-needed/10100311/","projectTitle":"Essential Writing Supplies Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hillesland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3484386_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594936383312","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3484386"},{"teacherId":158403,"projectId":9845341,"letterContent":"Your donation to our project has opened a world of possibilities to our classroom! I have been able to purchase Teachers Pay Teachers projects that havereally enriched my classroom. \r\n\r\nOne such project is our year long Biography Banners for the US Monthly Heritage Months (Hispanic, Native Americans, Black History, Women, Asian Pacific, etc.) Students LOVE these resources and chance to learn about these inspiring leaders who were previously unknown to them. It not only allows us rich discussions and sharing as a class, but it hits many of the 4th grade research and writing standards in a unique way. I love how it builds their confidence in research and writing.\r\n\r\nAnother use has been the fun element it brings into our classroom. I've been able to purchase fun, game type activities that focus on specific standards. One project we just worked with was Multiplication squares where students used dice and, taking turns, multiplied the numbers together and tried to get as many squares to beat their opponents. Students have fun and think that it's just play but they are also practicing specific skills. It also helps them strategize and practice working in groups and teams.","fullyFundedDate":1763562922085,"projectUrl":"project/resources-needed-for-online-learning/9845341/","projectTitle":"Resources Needed for Online Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp158403_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1459740520382","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christine-lewis"},{"teacherId":158403,"projectId":9541110,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for you generous donation to our classroom project. Because of you, we are able to have the items that help keep us organized in a fun way.\r\n\r\nOne if these is our Grandma and Grandma pencils. Even in the in 4th grade, students lose pencils and even break pencils that are loaned to them. It's been an ongoing problem. I saw the idea of grandparent pencils. Using the Ticonderoga First Pencils (thicker) and naming them with grandparents' names, students seem to have more respect when borrowing. I was able to ask a few of my students from different ethnic backgrounds what they called their grandparents and used those nicknames. It's been a positive in class! No one wants to lose Grampa Opa.","fullyFundedDate":1761783679667,"projectUrl":"project/organize-the-chaos/9541110/","projectTitle":"Organize the Chaos","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp158403_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1459740520382","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christine-lewis"},{"teacherId":10240127,"projectId":9679014,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is now a calmer and more welcoming place for learning. We use the soft blue rug every day for read-alouds and independent reading. When students first saw it, they were eager to sit, relax, and begin reading right away.\r\n\r\nThe seat pocket organizers have helped students keep materials organized and easy to find. This has increased independence and made transitions smoother. As we build reading stamina and literacy skills, these resources support focus and confidence. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference!","fullyFundedDate":1761754179010,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-reading-area-and-organized-classroo/9679014/","projectTitle":"Cozy Reading Area and Organized Classroom Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dutra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10240127"},{"teacherId":3484386,"projectId":9949029,"letterContent":"My students are so excited to receive their new materials for the New Year! Thank you, from all of us, for continuing to provide enrichment activities and the materials needed to make these projects and our learning - come to life! These lessons provide meaningful extensions that connect with our reading, language arts, science, social studies, and math instruction. \r\n\r\nWe love our new pencils, the replacement stickers makes our writing books extra special, the tissue paper will be used for many art projects, and the heavy-duty pencil sharpener that works perfectly for both regular and colored pencils. The pipe cleaners will serve many purposes in our classroom, from art projects to counting collections in math. We also plan to use them in science when we create our pollinators. As for the 100th Day stickers, all 3 classes will enjoy them and we can't wait to celebrate our 100th day of school! Thank you again for your generosity and kindness in supporting our public schools.","fullyFundedDate":1768027165905,"projectUrl":"project/materials-for-enrichment-lessons/9949029/","projectTitle":"Materials for Enrichment Lessons","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hillesland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3484386_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594936383312","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3484386"},{"teacherId":10259791,"projectId":9712330,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students have been able to experience books in meaningful, hands-on ways that go far beyond listening to a story. Our new Halloween-themed texts introduced early literacy skills such as vocabulary development, sequencing, comprehension, and making real-world connections. After reading books about jack-o'-lanterns and pumpkins, we extended our learning by carving a real pumpkin together, exploring its insides, and discussing what we observed. These activities helped students build language skills, ask questions, and connect stories to hands-on experiences—an essential part of learning at the TK level.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom happens in many joyful ways. During daily read-aloud time, an adult models expressive reading, asks open-ended questions, and encourages students to make predictions and share ideas. Throughout the day, students also engage in storytelling and \"reading\" on their own in the classroom library, using pictures to retell stories and act out parts with peers. These moments build confidence, oral language, and a love of books.\r\n\r\nMany students have been especially drawn to the Halloween books because of their fun themes and familiar experiences. Some children who are still developing confidence with speaking eagerly point to pictures and retell parts of the stories, while others ask to hear the same book again and again. Your support has helped create excitement around reading and has made learning memorable, meaningful, and fun for my little learners. 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