{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"John Dolland Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":19.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10443068,"projectId":10536447,"letterContent":"Dear donors,\r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart for your generous support of our Bean Bag Chairs project! Your kindness has helped me transform our classroom library into a more comfortable, welcoming, and inviting space where my students can enjoy reading. My students were incredibly excited when they saw the new bean bag chairs! They immediately wanted to try them out and find a cozy spot to settle in with a good book. Seeing their enthusiasm reminded me how much even a simple addition to our classroom can make a difference in their learning experience.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the bean bag chairs during independent reading, partner reading, and our classroom novel studies. They have given students a special place to relax, focus, and immerse themselves in the stories we read together. As a dual immersion teacher, one of my greatest goals is to help my students develop a lifelong love of reading in both English and Spanish. Having a comfortable reading environment encourages students to spend more time with books, explore new stories, and develop confidence as bilingual readers. It has been especially rewarding to see students enjoy our classroom library and take ownership of their reading experiences.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using our new reading space as we explore novels, strengthen reading comprehension, build vocabulary, and engage in meaningful discussions about literature. I hope these bean bag chairs will help create lasting memories of reading and learning together while showing my students that our classroom is a place where they feel comfortable, valued, and inspired.\r\n\r\nMore than anything, I want you to know how grateful I am that you chose to invest in my students. Your generosity has provided much more than comfortable seating. You have helped me create a special space where students can discover the joy of reading and grow as confident, enthusiastic learners. Thank you for believing in my students and helping make our classroom a place where a love of books can flourish!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,\r\n\r\nMx. Orea","fullyFundedDate":1789598689466,"projectUrl":"project/bean-bag-chairs/10536447/","projectTitle":"Bean Bag Chairs","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Orea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10443068_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772142661961","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10443068"},{"teacherId":10443068,"projectId":10543539,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart for making our Wobble Chair project possible! Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom by helping me create a more comfortable, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited to see the new wobble chair in our classroom! They were curious about how it worked and eager to try it out. It has been wonderful to provide a seating option that allows students to move gently while remaining engaged in their learning. We have been incorporating the chair into independent reading, writing, math activities, and small-group instruction.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I recognize that every child learns differently. Some students need a little movement to help them concentrate, and this chair provides an opportunity to meet those needs without disrupting their learning. It has also helped us have meaningful conversations about understanding and respecting the different ways our classmates learn best.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using the wobble chair during our daily lessons, especially during independent work and small-group activities. My goal is to help students develop greater independence, improve their focus, and recognize which learning strategies work best for them.\r\n\r\nWhat means the most to me is knowing that people like you believe in my students and want to help them succeed. Your donation was more than just a chair. It was an investment in their comfort, confidence, and ability to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me make our classroom a place where every student feels supported, valued, and ready to succeed. I am truly grateful for your kindness and generosity!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,\r\n\r\nMx. Orea","fullyFundedDate":1789582188116,"projectUrl":"project/wobble-chair/10543539/","projectTitle":"Wobble Chair","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Orea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10443068_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772142661961","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10443068"},{"teacherId":10443068,"projectId":10536426,"letterContent":"Dear donors,\r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart for your generous support of our *Island of the Blue Dolphins* novel study! Because of your kindness, my students have the opportunity to experience this powerful story together while strengthening their English reading comprehension, vocabulary, writing, and critical-thinking skills. One of my greatest joys as a teacher is watching students become excited about reading and discover the wonderful stories that books can offer. Having a copy of the novel in each student's hands allows us to share this experience as a classroom community.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is an interactive and meaningful experience. Students participate in independent reading, partner discussions, small-group activities, and whole-class conversations. Through *Island of the Blue Dolphins*, we are learning to make inferences, analyze characters, identify themes, use text evidence, and understand how characters develop throughout a story. We are also connecting the novel to California history and the experiences of Indigenous peoples, helping students develop empathy, historical awareness, and a deeper understanding of different perspectives. It has been especially rewarding to see students become more engaged in discussions, ask thoughtful questions, and grow more confident in expressing their ideas about what they read.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our novel study, students will deepen their understanding of Karana's journey through written reflections, character analyses, and discussions about courage, perseverance, independence, and the importance of human connections. My hope is that this experience will not only strengthen their academic skills but also inspire them to become lifelong readers who approach books with curiosity and excitement.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping me create meaningful learning experiences. Your generosity has provided much more than books. You have given my students opportunities to explore new worlds, develop their imaginations, and discover the joy of reading together. I am incredibly grateful for your kindness and for the difference you have made in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,\r\n\r\nMx. Orea","fullyFundedDate":1787898296624,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-novel-study/10536426/","projectTitle":"Books for Novel study","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Orea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10443068_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772142661961","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10443068"},{"teacherId":1462001,"projectId":9851335,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our \"How to Tie Our Shoes\" project. Your generosity helps students build independence, confidence, and essential life skills. What may seem small—learning to tie shoes—becomes a big step toward self-reliance and pride in their abilities. Because of you, our students are gaining skills they will use every day. These moments create lasting confidence and encourage perseverance. We truly appreciate your kindness and belief in their growth and future success. Thank you again you will never know how much your impact is.","fullyFundedDate":1770308931189,"projectUrl":"project/life-skills-of-tying-shoes/9851335/","projectTitle":"Life Skills of Tying Shoes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mouneu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1462001_orig.png?crop=1242,1242,x0,y99&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565758976518","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1462001"},{"teacherId":1462001,"projectId":9872789,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation. We have been able to print off research projects such as our endangered animal projects, famous scientists and artists, our cabrillo aquarium projects, our all about country projects and so many more. \r\n\r\nStudents were able to learn how to airplay off their ipads and print by being independent and future college ready students. \r\n\r\nThey felt ignited to continue researching as they knew they were able to be creative adn independent in the classroom. \r\n\r\nAgain, this was such a great project to be able to give to my students.","fullyFundedDate":1769177628631,"projectUrl":"project/paper-power-creativity-in-the-classroo/9872789/","projectTitle":"Paper Power - Creativity in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mouneu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1462001_orig.png?crop=1242,1242,x0,y99&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565758976518","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1462001"},{"teacherId":10302735,"projectId":9794918,"letterContent":"Thank you for your gracious donation to my classroom library. My students were very excited to see the new books and took to reading them right away! The books that were added the library are all of high interest topics to them and some series that are very popular.\r\nMy students have been going through the books quickly. They were especially excited about the Middle School series of books by James Patterson, and the graphic novels are always a hit with fifth graders.\r\nThank you again for your kind donation. It was greatly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1769177623669,"projectUrl":"project/new-and-exciting-books/9794918/","projectTitle":"New and Exciting Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brian Casey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10302735_orig.jpg?crop=1661,1661,x0,y83&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759778803898","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10302735"},{"teacherId":1994935,"projectId":9813454,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of writing journals. These first graders were very excited to see their very own \"book.\" They are motivated to try their best, seeing the \"official\" writing supply. They enjoy looking over their previous writings and noticing their growth. And I, as their teacher, appreciate the organization of keeping their writing in one easy space. The adorable slug your donation provided is the mascot cheering them on. They try to \"beat\" the slug by writing as long as the slug's light is on. It has been a fun way to increase their writing stamina. Thank you for your partnership and making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1769177637762,"projectUrl":"project/communicating-through-writing/9813454/","projectTitle":"Communicating Through Writing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boyd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1994935_orig.jpg?crop=730,729,x0,y158&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694041210353","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1994935"},{"teacherId":1994935,"projectId":9817247,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generous donation. With your donation I was able to purchase several writing and reading units for my first grade classroom. Learning from teachers I don't even know is possible through the platform of Teachers Pay Teachers. \r\nSo many gifted and creative teachers share their hard work with fellow educators. \r\n\r\nTeachers sharing ideas allows me more time to focus on other time consuming aspects of teaching such as structuring the lesson and preparing the materials. This allows me more rest and calm and to be a happier teacher, translating to a more pleasant learning atmosphere for my students. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1762266372229,"projectUrl":"project/adding-jazz-to-a-scripted-curriculum/9817247/","projectTitle":"Adding Jazz to a Scripted Curriculum","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boyd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1994935_orig.jpg?crop=730,729,x0,y158&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694041210353","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1994935"},{"teacherId":1462001,"projectId":9597680,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us purchase ink for our classroom. Your donation may seem like a small detail, but it has made a truly meaningful difference in our day-to-day learning environment. Because of your kindness, we're able to keep essential classroom materials readily available and ensure that learning never has to pause due to limited resources.\r\n\r\nThe impact of having reliable access to ink reaches far beyond printing worksheets. It allows us to provide students with clear, high-quality materials, timely feedback on their work, engaging activities, and hands-on projects that support different learning styles. From lesson plans and assessments to creative assignments and family communication, your support helps keep everything running smoothly and equitably for all students.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your investment in our classroom and in our students' success. Your generosity directly supports learning, creativity, and confidence, and it reminds our students that there are people in the community who believe in them and their education. Thank you for being a part of our classroom story.","fullyFundedDate":1761841876539,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-with-printing/9597680/","projectTitle":"Creativity With Printing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mouneu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1462001_orig.png?crop=1242,1242,x0,y99&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565758976518","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1462001"},{"teacherId":1462001,"projectId":9546048,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of headphones to our third-grade classroom at Dolland Elementary in Norwalk, California. Your support has truly made a difference in our learning environment. The headphones have helped my students focus during lessons, online assessments, and independent learning time. With each student having their own pair, our classroom is now a much quieter and calmer place for concentration and success.\r\n\r\nThese headphones have been especially valuable during testing and digital learning programs, allowing every student to work at their own pace without distractions. Many of my students have expressed how much easier it is to stay focused and understand what they're learning. Because of your generosity, they are building stronger study habits, improving their reading and math skills, and gaining confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your kindness and for believing in the power of education. Your donation has had a lasting impact on my students' daily learning experience and their overall success. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where every child can thrive.\r\n\r\nMrs. Mouneu \r\nThird Grade Teacher\r\nDolland Elementary School","fullyFundedDate":1755098174407,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-success/9546048/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mouneu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1462001_orig.png?crop=1242,1242,x0,y99&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565758976518","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1462001"},{"teacherId":1994935,"projectId":9461827,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our first grade classroom. My students were so excited to see the boxes of new picture books delivered. I carefully poured over each title and diligently chose books I knew my students would connect with or books I knew showcased a skill I wanted to teach. We can't wait to read each and every one of them.\r\n\r\nRead aloud time is one of our most favorite times in the day. I love getting into character and changing my reading voice to match the story line. I love to hear the giggles when the children understand the subtle humor present in so many of these children's books. 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