{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Fair Oaks Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1846402,"projectId":10173732,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project and helping bring new graphic novels from the I Survived and Girls Survive series into our classroom library.\r\n\r\nOur students are incredibly excited about these books and are already working hard to finish their assignments so they can earn time to read one of the new titles. These high-interest books are motivating students to stay focused, build their reading stamina, and develop a stronger love of reading.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a real difference in our classroom each day. Thank you for helping create joyful reading experiences for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1777493016338,"projectUrl":"project/surviving-and-thriving-through-reading/10173732/","projectTitle":"Surviving (and Thriving) Through Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1846402_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473662086815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/romeroj"},{"teacherId":3787739,"projectId":10001022,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and kindness. Because of your donations, we were able to learn all about electricity and even create our own flashlights. It was such an exciting hands-on experience that helped us understand how electricity works in a fun and memorable way.\r\n\r\nWe also want to thank you for providing materials that helped us learn about rocks, minerals, and erosion. The activities and supplies made science come alive for us and helped us explore and discover new things.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your support for our classroom and for helping us learn in creative and exciting ways.","fullyFundedDate":1771097380056,"projectUrl":"project/science-in-action-materials-for-real-di/10001022/","projectTitle":"Science in Action: Materials for Real Discovery","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3787739"},{"teacherId":8730517,"projectId":10024324,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in funding a class set of Because of Winn-Dixie. Your contribution has opened the door for every student to engage with the same story together, creating a shared reading experience that has brought our classroom to life. With a book in each student's hands, discussions have become richer, participation has grown, and students feel a stronger sense of inclusion and connection as they explore the story side by side.\r\n\r\nYour gift has done more than provide books. It has sparked a love of reading and deepened students' understanding of themes like friendship, empathy, and resilience. As they follow Opal and Winn-Dixie's journey, students are making meaningful connections to their own lives and to one another. We are truly grateful for your generosity and the lasting impact you've made on our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1768834829847,"projectUrl":"project/reading-reflection-and-friendship-with/10024324/","projectTitle":"Reading, Reflection, and Friendship with Because of Winn-Dixie","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8730517"},{"teacherId":8730517,"projectId":9979998,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of games for indoor recess. Your contribution has already made a meaningful difference in our students' daily lives. When circumstances keep them inside, these games provide a fun and engaging way to spend their time, encouraging social interaction, teamwork, and communication. Students are building friendships and learning how to collaborate in a relaxed and enjoyable environment because of your support.\r\n\r\nBeyond the fun, your donation is also helping to support students' learning and well-being. The games promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and focus, while giving students a positive break from their academic routines. Indoor recess has become a more enriching and inclusive experience, and that is directly thanks to your kindness and generosity. We truly appreciate the impact you've made in our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1768324300213,"projectUrl":"project/indoor-recess-made-fun-with-games-colo/9979998/","projectTitle":"Indoor Recess Made Fun With Games & Coloring","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8730517"},{"teacherId":7561276,"projectId":9975078,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has been able to make a smooth and successful transition to full-day kindergarten. The organizational bins you provided have completely transformed how we manage our learning materials. My students are now able to independently access books, center activities, and differentiated work, which has built both their confidence and responsibility. Having clearly organized spaces has also allowed me to better support small groups and meet each child where they are, especially in a Title I setting where access to resources can make such a meaningful difference.\r\n\r\nYour support with Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards has also had a direct impact on student learning. I've been able to provide engaging, differentiated resources that meet a wide range of needs and keep students motivated throughout our longer school day. One highlight has been our zoo animal informational writing unit, where students have been excited to research, write, and prepare for our upcoming field trip to the Oakland zoo. Because of you, my students are not only learning important academic skills, but they are also experiencing the joy of discovery and creativity. Thank you for investing in our classroom and making a lasting difference in our students' daily experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1770999166458,"projectUrl":"project/full-day-kindergarten-essentials/9975078/","projectTitle":"Full Day Kindergarten Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bohannan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7561276"},{"teacherId":1846402,"projectId":10158320,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of The Wild Robot Escapes for our third grade students. As we are currently reading The Wild Robot as our final novel study, students were so excited to sneak a peek at the new books when they arrived.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, each student will receive their own copy of book 2 to take home at the end of the year. Having a book they're already invested in will encourage them to keep reading over the summer, helping to build both their skills and their love of reading.\r\n\r\nThe students don't yet know that these books will be theirs to keep, and we can already imagine how thrilled they will be when they find out. Your generosity is creating a meaningful and lasting impact on their learning and confidence as readers.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this opportunity possible for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1773845212813,"projectUrl":"project/continue-the-adventure-summer-reading-w/10158320/","projectTitle":"Continue the Adventure: Summer Reading With the Wild Robot Escapes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1846402_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473662086815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/romeroj"},{"teacherId":2530326,"projectId":9925017,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of my music classroom! This Teachers Pay Teachers gift card has helped me add new music lessons featuring music from around the world. My students have enjoyed playing singing games and in a variety of languages and learning about musical instruments from around the world. It has been so fulfilling to hear them make connections between songs they know and songs we learn from less familiar cultures and I love to see their curiosity grow as they ask insightful questions. Thank you for adding this new element to our music learning!","fullyFundedDate":1764693062371,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-cultures-in-the-music-room/9925017/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Cultures in the Music Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2530326_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1511199389816","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bonnie-shea"},{"teacherId":482173,"projectId":9979583,"letterContent":"I believe that the more students read, the greater their reading achievement. Having a wide variety of books is important to maintain a level of interest in reading. Your donation has definitely brought a greater interest in reading. If you walk into my classroom you will notice that students are always reading! They are reading independently, with a friend or reading a storybook to their peers.\r\n\r\nThe character trait books have helped students manage their emotions, regulate their stress levels, and learn to build positive peer relationships. I love hearing my students say, \"There are so many new books! I love our class.\" or \"Our classroom looks like a library!\" Finally, the bins have helped me organize the books by character trait. This is definitely going to make my life easier. Thank you for creating a partnership with my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1770997720343,"projectUrl":"project/meaningful-library/9979583/","projectTitle":"Meaningful Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stiles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lstiles"},{"teacherId":4813592,"projectId":6898679,"letterContent":"My students at Wren Avenue were thrilled to realize that they could enjoy a tasty snack after their run walk club efforts. It definitely encouraged them to be motivated to exercise with a friend or two. Thank you for helping to encourage our students with the healthier snacks that they have been able to enjoy with friends after a walk/run around campus during recess.\r\n\r\nStudents look forward to participating in our recess walk/run club and engaging in friendly conversations with each other. They especially feel that being able to get a snack at the end of their movement activity with each other is also a treat. Wren Avenue students thank you for providing such a generous amounts of snacks that keep giving them renewed energy to complete their exercise with joy and enthusiasm that they share with a friend.","fullyFundedDate":1668384512472,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-recess-runwalk-club/6898679/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Recess Run/Walk Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Galvan-Goble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813592_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774297645897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4813592"},{"teacherId":8113332,"projectId":9931405,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing this project to life! Your generosity has transformed the way my students experience stories in our classroom. With the Toniebox and characters, storytime has become more interactive and magical for my young learners. These screen-free audio stories are helping my students build listening comprehension, expand their vocabulary, and develop a deeper love for books in a way that feels playful. They are excited to choose characters, listen independently, and immerse themselves in storytelling, which fosters both confidence and independence. The joy and curiosity these materials bring to our classroom is truly incredible!","fullyFundedDate":1764676797984,"projectUrl":"project/storytime-comes-alive-with-tonies/9931405/","projectTitle":"Storytime Comes Alive with Tonies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wagner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8113332"},{"teacherId":8113332,"projectId":9931353,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project! With these new sorting and sensory-based activities, my students are able to build foundational skills in math, language, and problem-solving through play. They are strengthening their fine motor skills, learning to categorize and organize, and developing confidence as independent learners. Watching their faces light up as they explore these materials has been truly incredible!\r\n\r\nYour support has allowed me to create a classroom environment where learning is interactive and accessible for every child. These resources are opportunities for my students to explore, discover, and grow in ways that will have a lasting impact on their education.Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their future. Your kindness and generosity mean more than words can express!","fullyFundedDate":1764690438541,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-wonderland-sorting-s/9931353/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning Wonderland: Sorting, Sequencing, and Sensory Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wagner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8113332"},{"teacherId":9312568,"projectId":10120793,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support in providing dominoes for our TK classroom. When we opened the boxes, the students were absolutely thrilled and could hardly wait to dive in and start building. Their excitement was contagious as they eagerly explored, collaborated, and used teamwork to create incredible designs together. It was truly a joyful moment that set the tone for meaningful learning through play.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our students are using the dominoes every day to strengthen essential skills. They are developing early math concepts like counting, number recognition, and patterning, while also improving their fine motor skills as they carefully place each piece. Beyond academics, they are thinking like little engineers—planning, building, testing, and rebuilding their creations with determination and creativity.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these dominoes are helping our students learn how to work together, share ideas, and support one another. They are building not only structures, but also friendships, confidence, and a love for learning. Your generosity has made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we truly appreciate your support in helping our young learners grow and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1772336908591,"projectUrl":"project/building-math-skills-one-domino-at-a-tim/10120793/","projectTitle":"Building Math Skills One Domino at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heaney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9312568"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4131","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":297,"numTeachers":15,"percentFrplEligible":83,"percentAsian":16,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":18,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":43,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":13,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"19.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":77.6,"schoolId":4131,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Fair Oaks Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Fair Oaks Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/mount-diablo-unified-school-district/fair-oaks-elementary-school/4131"}