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This interactive format not only boosts their confidence but also encourages peer learning, as students can see different problem-solving methods. Your contribution has truly made a positive difference in our classroom, and I can't thank you enough for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1767678272132,"projectUrl":"project/my-own-writeboard/9963876/","projectTitle":"My Own Writeboard","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pascoal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp14430_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517604997127","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-pascoal"},{"teacherId":14430,"projectId":9963882,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of sports equipment to my classroom. The students are absolutely thrilled with the array of items you provided. From the vibrant soccer balls that have turned our recess into fun-filled matches to the durable dodgeballs that spark energetic games, each piece of equipment is a treasured addition. The kickballs and volleyballs have also become essential for our physical education activities, fostering teamwork and cooperation among the kids. Not to mention the footballs, which inspire countless imaginative play scenarios during breaks. This equipment is not just well-loved; it's actively used every day, helping to promote physical fitness and camaraderie among my students. Thank you once again for your thoughtful contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1772546741311,"projectUrl":"project/lets-play-ball/9963882/","projectTitle":"Let's Play Ball","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pascoal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp14430_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517604997127","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-pascoal"},{"teacherId":14430,"projectId":9962250,"letterContent":"I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of new headphones and a speaker for my students. The speaker has become an essential part of our physical education classes, where we utilize it daily to enhance our practice sessions for the Pacer test. The clear sound quality has truly motivated the students during workouts and has made a noticeable difference in their performance. \r\n\r\nAdditionally, the headphones are in constant use during computer lab sessions, allowing students to engage with their educational programs and online resources without distractions. This has significantly improved their focus and learning experience. Your thoughtful contribution has positively impacted our classroom environment, and I cannot thank you enough for supporting my students' educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1769178103301,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-listen/9962250/","projectTitle":"Help Me Listen","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pascoal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp14430_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517604997127","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-pascoal"},{"teacherId":14430,"projectId":9376997,"letterContent":"I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of the vacuum cleaner, broom, and dustpan for my classroom. The students thoroughly enjoy taking responsibility for tidying up at the end of each day, and having these tools readily available has made a significant difference. It's wonderful to see them engaged in maintaining a clean, organized environment rather than waiting for the custodian to assist. These supplies not only promote a sense of ownership among students but also foster discipline and respect for our shared space. Thank you once again for your thoughtful contribution to our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1757610862294,"projectUrl":"project/clean-classroom/9376997/","projectTitle":"Clean Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pascoal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp14430_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517604997127","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-pascoal"},{"teacherId":14430,"projectId":6669421,"letterContent":"I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of fairytale books for my classroom. The collection of alternate versions not only enriches our library but also offers students a fresh perspective on beloved classic tales. These diverse interpretations allow us to explore different points of view, fostering deeper discussions of the main characters' characteristics and motivations. By engaging with these varied narratives, students are encouraged to think critically and appreciate the nuances of storytelling, ultimately enhancing their understanding of literature and its impact on culture. Thank you once again for your thoughtful contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1660107398647,"projectUrl":"project/fairly-true-tales/6669421/","projectTitle":"Fairly True Tales","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pascoal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp14430_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517604997127","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-pascoal"},{"teacherId":9108841,"projectId":9298404,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our literacy project. Because of your kindness, my student leaders had access to high-quality, decodable books grounded in the Science of Reading, along with thoughtfully designed lessons from Teachers Pay Teachers. These resources made a real difference—not just in improving reading skills, but in building confidence, curiosity, and a deeper love for learning. Your donation gave us the tools to meet students exactly where they are, helping them unlock the joy of reading one page at a time.\r\n\r\nAs our students grew in their reading ability, something incredible happened—they began to lead. These young readers took pride in their progress and wanted to share it with others. They started mentoring younger students, helping them read, and sharing their favorite books. The ripple effect of your generosity was felt across multiple grades, creating a small but powerful reading community fueled by student leadership and kindness.\r\n\r\nThis project was more than just materials—it was a movement. It showed our kids that with the right support, they can grow, lead, and inspire others. Thank you for believing in our students and for playing a vital role in building a culture of literacy and leadership. We are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1747852829865,"projectUrl":"project/support-early-readers/9298404/","projectTitle":"Support Early Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sankarappan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9108841"},{"teacherId":9741601,"projectId":9530899,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed! When the personal whiteboards, pens, and erasers arrived, my students could hardly contain their excitement. As I handed each one their own set, there were gasps, smiles, and even cheers. One student hugged her whiteboard like it was a new toy!\r\n\r\nWe immediately put the materials to use during a math lesson on fractions. Students worked in pairs to model problems visually, holding up their boards to show their thinking. The whiteboards made it easy for them to revise answers, learn from mistakes, and explain their process—all without fear of \"getting it wrong.\" During community circles, we've even used the boards to respond to prompts and check in on how everyone is feeling.\r\n\r\nThese tools have made our learning environment more interactive, student-centered, and engaging. Instead of paper waste or passive participation, every student is now equipped to contribute instantly, reflect quickly, and collaborate more confidently.\r\n\r\n. With your help, we've taken a big leap forward in making learning hands-on and inclusive for every student. Thank you for being part of our journey!","fullyFundedDate":1755738139208,"projectUrl":"project/ink-erase-learn-personal-whiteboards/9530899/","projectTitle":"Ink, Erase, Learn: Personal Whiteboards for Dynamic Lessons.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Asaravala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9741601"},{"teacherId":108978,"projectId":9201265,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our class via the DonorsChoose proposal for chart paper for our easel! We have been able to do so much with it already this year. In the pictures shared, you can see some of the charts we've made. We regularly solve math problems using various strategies shared by students. We also wrote poems in English language arts to accompany our module on poetry. In ELD, we practiced the language for communicating cause and effect. We even had a chance to list 100 things we learned in our first 100 days of school. \r\n\r\nNot only has your kindness helped make learning more successful, it has helped honor student voice, celebrate accomplishments, and create memories.\r\n\r\nThank you from this year's class and next year's as we are set to hit the ground running on day one now :)","fullyFundedDate":1746497897271,"projectUrl":"project/learning-with-our-easel-is-easy/9201265/","projectTitle":"Learning With Our Easel is Easy!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pervorse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp108978_orig.jpg?crop=1057,1057,x42,y223&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721595301287","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pervorse"},{"teacherId":108978,"projectId":8975264,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students' art experiences this year. We have been able to do a lot of work with color thanks to your kindness. From creating color wheels to sorting primary, secondary, and tertiary colors to distinguishing warm and cool colors, your generosity has helped us explore the world around us from an artistic perspective.\r\n\r\nToday, we worked on projects near and dear to our hearts. We began handprint flower art that we will share with our moms for Mother's Day. The students did a great job, wanting to be sure everything was done just right for their moms, grandmas, and aunties. I am excited for them to share the finished products, but also the process of creating their pieces.\r\n\r\nI look forward to more art time with my students as we wrap up state testing and head toward the end of the year. This is all possible thanks to your support. \r\n\r\nThank you, again!","fullyFundedDate":1733096446814,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-ready-to-get-creative/8975264/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Ready to Get Creative!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pervorse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp108978_orig.jpg?crop=1057,1057,x42,y223&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721595301287","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pervorse"},{"teacherId":14430,"projectId":6669118,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation to my classroom. Your thoughtful contribution has truly made a profound impact on our learning environment. The book you provided has sparked a joyful excitement among my students, and they've eagerly delved into its enchanting pages. It's wonderful to see how this new addition has ignited a passion for reading within them, transforming our classroom into a vibrant hub of exploration and imagination. Your kindness and support have opened up new avenues for learning that our students might not have otherwise experienced. Thank you once again for enriching our educational journey in such a meaningful way!","fullyFundedDate":1665088317701,"projectUrl":"project/lets-read/6669118/","projectTitle":"Let's Read","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pascoal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp14430_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517604997127","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-pascoal"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4869","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":283,"numTeachers":17,"percentFrplEligible":59,"percentAsian":28,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":52,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":81.2,"schoolId":4869,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ida Jew Academy and Valle Vista Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ida Jew Academy and Valle Vista Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/mount-pleasant-elementary-school-district/valle-vista-elementary-school/4869"}