{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sonora Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":18.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1924385,"projectId":10182882,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! The incredible, vibrant art supplies and engaging books you funded have given my students powerful new tools to explore science, history, and creative expression.\r\n\r\nThe 262-color alcohol marker sets and Sennelier metallic gold oil pastels have elevated our art and cross-curricular projects to an entirely new level. My students were thrilled by the vast spectrum of colors and the rich metallic pastels, which bring extraordinary detail and shine to their historical illustrations and creative projects. Having the 6-well paint palette trays keeps our workspaces organized as students blend, mix, and experiment with different mediums.\r\n\r\nOur new nonfiction books have quickly become high-demand resources during independent reading and project research. DK Eyewitness Books: Ancient Civilizations directly reinforces our social studies curriculum, while The Skies Above My Eyes and Hurricane and Tornado have ignited immense curiosity about earth science and severe weather. These visually stunning, fact-filled books make complex topics accessible and exciting for every reader.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has brought so much color, inspiration, and discovery into our daily routine. Thank you for investing in our classroom and supporting our young artists and scholars!","fullyFundedDate":1783343260974,"projectUrl":"project/paint-like-an-egyptian/10182882/","projectTitle":"Paint Like an Egyptian","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Selstad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1924385_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1482246671125","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-selstad"},{"teacherId":1924385,"projectId":10164764,"letterContent":"Thank you for bringing dynamic, hands-on learning into our classroom! The incredible assortment of resources you funded has completely transformed our ancient civilizations unit and elevated how my students learn, collaborate, and focus every day.\r\n\r\nThe wobble stools have been an immediate favorite. Giving active learners the freedom to move while staying centered at their desks has dramatically improved focus and classroom stamina. Coupled with the pocket binder dividers, students have taken complete ownership of organizing their notes, research, and project materials.\r\n\r\nOur social studies time is now the highlight of the day. Students are captivated by our new history library—flipping through 1,000 Facts About Ancient Egypt, discovering the mysteries behind The Emperor's Silent Army, and diving into the Seven Wonders series. During interactive learning centers, the 7 Wonders board game has sparked friendly competition, strategic thinking, and rich discussions about history and resource management. The ancient Egypt stickers have added an extra layer of pride and creativity to their research journals and folders.\r\n\r\nYour generosity did more than just provide supplies—it built an interactive, comfortable environment where history comes alive. Thank you for believing in my students and supporting our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1783343287286,"projectUrl":"project/time-travelers-wanted-bringing-ancient/10164764/","projectTitle":"Time Travelers Wanted: Bringing Ancient Civilizations to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Selstad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1924385_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1482246671125","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-selstad"},{"teacherId":1660517,"projectId":10049563,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Kindergarten classroom. Our students now have access to double-sided magnetic letter tiles for phonics instruction and a colorful class set of clipboards that make learning more engaging, interactive, and fun. These materials provide students with hands-on opportunities to practice important foundational literacy skills while building confidence and excitement for learning.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic letter tiles are already making a tremendous impact during our phonics lessons by helping students explore letter sounds, build words, and strengthen early reading and spelling skills in a meaningful and tactile way. The colorful clipboards have also transformed learning throughout the classroom by giving students flexible spaces to write, draw, and work independently or collaboratively around the room. Your generosity has helped create a more engaging and supportive learning environment for our young learners, and we are incredibly grateful for your investment in their education. Thank you for helping our students grow and succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1772135108162,"projectUrl":"project/learning-on-display/10049563/","projectTitle":"Learning on Display","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1660517_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458160768351","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hfish"},{"teacherId":1660517,"projectId":9719307,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Kindergarten classroom. Your kindness provided our students with LCD writing boards, magnetic tracing boards, privacy partitions, pocket charts, and magnetic sentence strips that make learning more engaging, hands-on, and meaningful each day. These materials provide exciting opportunities for students to practice important early literacy and math skills while building confidence and independence in a fun and interactive way.\r\n\r\nYour donation has already made a tremendous impact on our classroom environment and on student learning. The writing and tracing boards allow students to practice letters, numbers, and words in a low-pressure and reusable format, while the pocket charts and magnetic sentence strips support collaborative learning, phonics instruction, and sentence-building activities. The privacy partitions help students stay focused and successful during independent work times. Our students are excited to use these new tools every day, and we are incredibly grateful for your generosity and investment in their education. Thank you for helping our young learners grow and thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1759542690854,"projectUrl":"project/letters-pockets/9719307/","projectTitle":"Letters & Pockets","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1660517_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458160768351","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hfish"},{"teacherId":10417720,"projectId":10056810,"letterContent":"I am sincerely grateful for the generous support that made this project possible. Because of your funding, I was able to purchase every graphic novel on my list and bring a diverse, engaging collection to the shelves of our library at Sonora. These books are now in students' hands every day, and the impact has been immediate and meaningful.\r\n\r\nAt school, I see firsthand how graphic novels spark confidence and joy in young readers. By combining text with visual storytelling, they support comprehension in a unique and effective way. Students engage not only with words, but also with illustrations—interpreting dialogue, facial expressions, and visual details to build understanding. This process strengthens critical thinking skills while making reading feel more accessible, especially for students who may otherwise feel hesitant or overwhelmed.\r\n\r\nThe feedback from students has been overwhelmingly positive. One 5th grader was especially excited to see the Narwhal and Jelly series, sharing that it reminded her of reading it at home in 1st grade. It was a simple but powerful reminder of how books can create lasting connections. The Science Comics series has also been a standout, particularly among students interested in outer space, who appreciate the engaging way complex information is presented.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our library has become an even more inviting and inclusive space. One where students are excited to explore, connect, and grow as readers. Your support has made a lasting difference, and I am truly thankful for the opportunity to bring these meaningful resources to our students.","fullyFundedDate":1771039103626,"projectUrl":"project/picture-this-a-library-kids-cant-put-d/10056810/","projectTitle":"Picture This: A Library Kids Can’t Put Down","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ventura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10417720"},{"teacherId":1924385,"projectId":9742477,"letterContent":"Thank you for bringing the invisible world to life for my 6th-grade scientists! Your incredible generosity has provided the tools necessary for my students to stop just reading about science and start doing it.\r\n\r\nThe addition of microscopes to our classroom has sparked a level of curiosity that is infectious. For many of my students, this is their first time using professional scientific equipment. Students are asking to investigate other things under the microscope, too! \r\nTo deepen this understanding, the animal and plant cell models have been invaluable. Cell biology can be incredibly abstract, but having a physical, 3D model to touch and take apart allows my students to visualize:\r\nThe structural differences between plant and animal life.\r\nHow organelles function together like a tiny city.\r\nThe complex systems that exist within every living thing.\r\n\r\nBeyond the lab, the books for writing mini-lessons and mentor texts are transforming our literacy block. By studying these high-quality examples, my students are learning how to structure their own scientific arguments and narratives. These books serve as a roadmap, showing them exactly what \"expert\" writing looks like and giving them the confidence to find their own voices as authors.\r\n\r\nYou are helping my students see themselves as scientists, writers, and capable learners. Thank you for making our classroom a place of discovery.","fullyFundedDate":1767146110135,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-science-empowering-young-biolo/9742477/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Science: Empowering Young Biologists with Active Learning Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Selstad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1924385_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1482246671125","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-selstad"},{"teacherId":1660517,"projectId":9719292,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our kindergarten classroom! The pocket charts, six bubble arc alphabet sets, and magnetic letter tracing boards are already making a meaningful difference in our daily learning. These hands-on materials give my students the opportunity to see, touch, and interact with letters in a developmentally appropriate way. The pocket charts help us build words together during whole-group and small-group lessons, while the bubble arc alphabet sets strengthen letter recognition, formation, and understanding of letter placement.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic letter tracing boards have been especially exciting for my young learners. Students are practicing proper letter formation, building fine motor skills, and gaining confidence as they trace and create letters independently. These tools support active participation, collaboration, and joyful learning as children work together to build words, practice sounds, and explore early reading skills. Your generosity is helping lay the foundation for strong literacy growth and a lifelong love of learning. We are so grateful for your investment in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1758828412063,"projectUrl":"project/orgnanized-and-alphabetical/9719292/","projectTitle":"Orgnanized and Alphabetical","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1660517_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458160768351","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hfish"},{"teacherId":1924385,"projectId":9634914,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for investing in the success of my 6th-grade students. This is a year of massive growth, and the resources you provided are exactly what they need to navigate the jump into middle school academics and social-emotional development.\r\n\r\nAt this age, keeping students engaged in reading can be a challenge as their interests shift. The new additions to our classroom library have been a game-changer. These books are helping my students maintain their stamina and develop a lifelong habit of reading for pleasure.\r\n\r\nSixth graders have a lot on their minds! The sticky notes have become a favorite tool for our \"Daily Check-ins,\" where students answer a question as they come in each morning to help build a sense of belonging and community. \r\n\r\nAdditionally, the Sharpies and pens have upgraded our \"sketch-noting\" sessions, allowing students to turn their notes into vibrant, color-coded study guides that they actually want to keep.","fullyFundedDate":1767142234788,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-futures-one-book-at-a-t/9634914/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Futures, One Book at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Selstad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1924385_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1482246671125","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-selstad"},{"teacherId":1848163,"projectId":9914334,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of you, our STEAM class has been transformed in ways that are exciting, meaningful, and truly unforgettable for our students. The LEGO SPIKE Essential Sets you provided have already made a powerful impact, and the joy, curiosity, and confidence they have sparked is something we see every single day.\r\n\r\nThe moment the LEGO SPIKE Essential Sets arrived, the energy in our classroom completely shifted. Students could hardly contain their excitement as we unboxed the kits together. Eyes were wide, hands were raised with questions, and smiles filled the room. For many of our students, this was their first experience with advanced LEGO robotics and coding tools. They immediately understood that this was something special—and something that belonged to them. Thanks to you, they felt trusted, capable, and inspired from the very beginning.\r\n\r\nWe wasted no time putting the kits to use. Using the LEGO SPIKE Essential Sets, we launched our Amazing Amusement Park unit, a hands-on STEAM experience that combines engineering, creativity, collaboration, and coding. Students began by building and programming a classic carousel, learning how motors, gears, and code work together to create smooth, controlled movement. Watching their builds come to life was a magical moment. When the carousel spun successfully for the first time, cheers erupted across the room. Students who were once hesitant about coding were suddenly asking, \"Can we make it go faster?\" or \"What if we add lights or change the timing?\"\r\n\r\nThe learning happening through this project goes far beyond building with bricks. Students are developing problem-solving skills, perseverance, and teamwork. When something doesn't work as planned, they don't give up—they debug, test, revise, and try again. They are learning that mistakes are part of the process and that failure is simply a step toward success. These are skills that will stay with them far beyond the STEAM classroom.\r\n\r\nWhat excites our students most is that the carousel is only the beginning. They are already eagerly planning the rest of their amusement park rides—roller coasters, spinning rides, ticket booths, and creative attractions we haven't even imagined yet. The LEGO SPIKE Essential Sets give them the tools and freedom to turn their ideas into reality. Every student feels empowered to contribute, whether through building, coding, designing, or collaborating with their team.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our STEAM class is better than ever. The LEGO SPIKE Essential Sets have elevated student engagement, deepened learning, and created an environment where curiosity thrives. You didn't just donate materials—you invested in our students' creativity, confidence, and future. Your support has shown them that people believe in their ideas and want to see them succeed.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your kindness and support. Thank you for making this experience possible and for helping our students discover the joy of learning through STEAM. Your impact will be felt for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1769177633567,"projectUrl":"project/steaming-with-lego-spike-part-2/9914334/","projectTitle":"Steaming With LEGO Spike (part 2)","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1848163"},{"teacherId":1848163,"projectId":9757706,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of you, our STEAM class has been transformed in ways that are exciting, meaningful, and truly unforgettable for our students. The LEGO SPIKE Essential Sets you provided have already made a powerful impact, and the joy, curiosity, and confidence they have sparked is something we see every single day.\r\n\r\nThe moment the LEGO SPIKE Essential Sets arrived, the energy in our classroom completely shifted. Students could hardly contain their excitement as we unboxed the kits together. Eyes were wide, hands were raised with questions, and smiles filled the room. For many of our students, this was their first experience with advanced LEGO robotics and coding tools. They immediately understood that this was something special—and something that belonged to them. Thanks to you, they felt trusted, capable, and inspired from the very beginning.\r\n\r\nWe wasted no time putting the kits to use. Using the LEGO SPIKE Essential Sets, we launched our Amazing Amusement Park unit, a hands-on STEAM experience that combines engineering, creativity, collaboration, and coding. Students began by building and programming a classic carousel, learning how motors, gears, and code work together to create smooth, controlled movement. Watching their builds come to life was a magical moment. When the carousel spun successfully for the first time, cheers erupted across the room. Students who were once hesitant about coding were suddenly asking, \"Can we make it go faster?\" or \"What if we add lights or change the timing?\"\r\n\r\nThe learning happening through this project goes far beyond building with bricks. Students are developing problem-solving skills, perseverance, and teamwork. When something doesn't work as planned, they don't give up—they debug, test, revise, and try again. They are learning that mistakes are part of the process and that failure is simply a step toward success. These are skills that will stay with them far beyond the STEAM classroom.\r\n\r\nWhat excites our students most is that the carousel is only the beginning. They are already eagerly planning the rest of their amusement park rides—roller coasters, spinning rides, ticket booths, and creative attractions we haven't even imagined yet. The LEGO SPIKE Essential Sets give them the tools and freedom to turn their ideas into reality. Every student feels empowered to contribute, whether through building, coding, designing, or collaborating with their team.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our STEAM class is better than ever. The LEGO SPIKE Essential Sets have elevated student engagement, deepened learning, and created an environment where curiosity thrives. You didn't just donate materials—you invested in our students' creativity, confidence, and future. Your support has shown them that people believe in their ideas and want to see them succeed.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your kindness and support. Thank you for making this experience possible and for helping our students discover the joy of learning through STEAM. Your impact will be felt for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1763587418085,"projectUrl":"project/steaming-with-lego-spike/9757706/","projectTitle":"STEAMing With LEGO Spike","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1848163"},{"teacherId":1660517,"projectId":9813180,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of Lakeshore math activities for our kindergarten classroom. Because of your support, our students are now learning through hands-on materials such as shape sorting sets, magnetic counting tools, train sequencing puzzles, and number blocks. These engaging resources make math meaningful and fun, allowing students to explore numbers, patterns, and shapes in ways that are developmentally appropriate and exciting for young learners.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a lasting impact on our classroom by encouraging learning through play, collaboration with peers, and confidence in problem-solving. Students are building number sense, practicing sequencing skills, and strengthening their understanding of math concepts while working together and receiving small-group support from their teacher. We are truly grateful for your generosity and commitment to supporting early childhood education. Your donation is helping lay a strong foundation for our students' love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1760892118588,"projectUrl":"project/counting-in-kinder/9813180/","projectTitle":"Counting in Kinder","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1660517_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458160768351","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hfish"},{"teacherId":1735545,"projectId":9314687,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for all the paper supplies you provided my class this year. We literally use the chart paper DAILY during our lessons for anchor charts that the students reference. I probably don't even have to tell you how popular the sticky notes are with the kids. Anything I can do to have them use a sticky note keeps them engaged.\r\n\r\nThe colored paper is used almost every time we do an art project. Those keep our room looking fun and inviting. Thank you so much for always supporting my classroom and my wonderful students. You are amazing.","fullyFundedDate":1746467228467,"projectUrl":"project/paper-power-essential-paper-supplies-fo/9314687/","projectTitle":"Paper Power: Essential Paper Supplies for Learning, Creating, and Organizing!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia-Crabb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1735545_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504548424020","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-garcia-crabb"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_92286","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":348,"numTeachers":19,"percentFrplEligible":74,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":15,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":71,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":1,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"18.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":81.4,"schoolId":92286,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sonora Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sonora Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/newport-mesa-unified-school-district/sonora-elementary-school/92286"}