{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Allendale Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8990724,"projectId":9619493,"letterContent":"This project has had a tremendously positive impact on the library and the overall student experience. Students now arrive with a sense of excitement, knowing they have a variety of engaging options available to them during their visit—especially during recess and lunch breaks. Instead of simply passing the time, they can choose to immerse themselves in a good book or participate in fun and educational games that encourage both critical thinking and social interaction.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials and activities available, their reactions were filled with surprise and curiosity. Many of them eagerly asked, \"Where did you buy all of this, and how much did it cost?\" Their enthusiasm was genuine, and it opened the door for me to explain how the items were acquired and the purpose behind the project.\r\n\r\nIt was rewarding to share with them that these resources were made possible through support and collaboration, and that they were intended to make the library a more dynamic, inclusive, and enjoyable space for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1757540025861,"projectUrl":"project/play-laugh-and-learn-at-the-library/9619493/","projectTitle":"Play, Laugh, and Learn at the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Flor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8990724"},{"teacherId":5934346,"projectId":9327824,"letterContent":"My students have had a prepared and solid start to their year thanks to all of you. I have been able to implement their homework and classwork folder policy from Day 1 and now so many of them are succeeding in bringing their homework back and in keeping their desks organized and clean. Also, I have been able to begin assessments due to them having their headphones. One-to-one headphones has been very helpful when they have needed to take their iReady Diagnostics. We have used the whiteboard markers for their math learning lessons and for practicing their multiplication facts on their math mats and I have really appreciated being able to start these routines from the start. \r\n\r\nIn addition, the rugs have been so useful in brightening and improving our classroom space. One of them, we use for small group learning, we gather at the rug and it's a nice place marker for our center time. The other smaller rug has been great for our calm corner. An improvement over the old couch I used to have. The children have enjoyed the space and feel cozy and at ease sitting on that new rug. \r\n\r\nThank you very very much!","fullyFundedDate":1748313712538,"projectUrl":"project/furnish-our-supply-room/9327824/","projectTitle":"Furnish Our Supply Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rachel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5934346"},{"teacherId":10023044,"projectId":9543897,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations that helped my students learn more about their communities. Students were very excited to see the new materials and use them in play-based learning! When the boxes arrived and we unveiled the community helper blocks, dress-up kits, and vibrant art supplies, the energy in the room was electric. My students were immediately drawn to the new community helper books, eagerly flipping through the pages to see the different roles and people that make a neighborhood thrive.\r\n\r\nWe have been putting these resources to work during our dedicated \"Community Heroes\" unit. A standout moment occurred recently when the second graders completed a project where they made their own neighborhoods. Using the new crayons and dot markers, they mapped out local businesses and parks with incredible detail. Once their maps were finished, they used the community helper blocks to build 3D structures on top of their drawings and put on the dress-up kits to role-play as the firefighters, mail carriers, and doctors they had just read about.\r\n\r\nWatching the students interact with these materials has been a joy. Because of your kindness, my students have the tools to explore their world through art, reading, and creative play. You haven't just given us supplies; you've given my students a tangible way to see themselves as vital parts of a larger community.","fullyFundedDate":1755738829281,"projectUrl":"project/social-studies-through-play/9543897/","projectTitle":"Social Studies through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10023044_orig.jpg?crop=1572,1572,x594,y927&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755183023273","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10023044"},{"teacherId":9753630,"projectId":8792528,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you for your generous support of my project on DonorsChoose. Your kindness and willingness to invest in my classroom means more than words can fully express.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, my students now have access to resources that will make a real difference in their learning experience. Your support not only provides materials—we also feel encouraged, seen, and valued. It is incredibly uplifting to know that there are people who care so deeply about the education and future of children they've never even met.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students are more engaged, motivated, and excited to learn. You've helped create a more enriching, supportive, and inspiring environment in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for believing in our project and for being such a meaningful part of our educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1732653887492,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-garden-project/8792528/","projectTitle":"Classroom & Garden Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Adams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9753630"},{"teacherId":3655782,"projectId":8642238,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well! I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support through DonorsChoose, which allowed us to acquire wobble seats and sketchbooks for our classroom. Your contributions have truly made a difference!\r\n\r\nThe wobble seats have been a game-changer for our students. They provide a unique way for them to stay engaged and focused during lessons while allowing for movement and flexibility. It's wonderful to see how these seats have encouraged a more dynamic learning atmosphere, helping students channel their energy positively.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the sketchbooks have inspired creativity and self-expression among my students. We have started using them to develop our studio habits of mind, including brainstorming ideas, planning projects, and sketching, which helps our students develop their metacognition! \r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and supporting our classroom. Your generosity has helped create an environment that nurtures both learning and creativity, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1730913570143,"projectUrl":"project/universal-design-for-learning-for-an-inc/8642238/","projectTitle":"Universal Design for Learning for an Inclusive Art Room!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jessica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3655782_orig.jpg?crop=1481,1481,x1542,y836&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676758597507","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3655782"},{"teacherId":3655782,"projectId":8643964,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well! I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution to our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your support has made it possible for us to acquire a new Smart Board, and my students love it!\r\n\r\nThe addition of this technology has absolutely transformed our learning environment and exceeded all of my expectations! The interactive features allow students to engage with the material in new and exciting ways, fostering collaboration and creativity. It's incredible to see how enthusiastic students are when they can participate actively in lessons, including teacher presentations, youtube videos, read alongs, and student presentations! It has also helped me stay organized, since I can write directly on my slide presentations, allowing everything to stay in on place, which has been incredible! \r\n\r\nYour kindness and support are making a significant difference in our classroom. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping us create an inspiring and innovative learning space. We are excited to continue to explore the possibilities this new technology brings!","fullyFundedDate":1723739055807,"projectUrl":"project/internalizing-our-school-values/8643964/","projectTitle":"Internalizing our School Values","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jessica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3655782_orig.jpg?crop=1481,1481,x1542,y836&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676758597507","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3655782"},{"teacherId":3655782,"projectId":8206764,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well! I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution to our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your support has made it possible for us to acquire a new Smart Board, and we couldn't be more thrilled!\r\n\r\nThe addition of this technology absolutely transformed our learning environment. The interactive features allow students to engage with the material in new and exciting ways, fostering collaboration and creativity. It's incredible to see how enthusiastic the students are when they can participate actively in lessons, including read-alongs, teacher presentations, and art videos! Every student can now see the board, our daily directions, and it keeps me organized since we can write directly on the slide presentations! \r\n\r\nYour kindness and support are making a significant difference in our classroom. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping us create an inspiring and innovative learning space. We are excited to continue to explore the possibilities this new technology brings!","fullyFundedDate":1711579115339,"projectUrl":"project/improve-our-learning-environment-with-up/8206764/","projectTitle":"Improve our Learning Environment with Upgraded Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jessica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3655782_orig.jpg?crop=1481,1481,x1542,y836&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676758597507","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3655782"},{"teacherId":9819518,"projectId":8909350,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in donating to this project. As packages rolled in, students were so excited to see what was inside. We opened each box together and put away the books and toys. The bilingual books in particular brought out exclamations of excitement in English and Spanish. I even have one student who has stopped by the speech office specifically to borrow a bilingual book and share it with her friends and family.\r\n\r\nAs a first year speech language pathologist, I am just beginning my career and I am still learning what it takes to be the best SLP I can be. But having these culturally relevant, modern, and specially chosen materials for the students at my school makes the learning process a little smoother. Culturally relevant language input and play are some of the foundations of evidence-based treatment and I am so grateful for your generosity and consideration in helping me on this journey! Thank you!!","fullyFundedDate":1736209163084,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-slp-wants-to-share-new-books/8909350/","projectTitle":"First Year SLP Wants to Share New Books with Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pearl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9819518_orig.jpg?crop=2288,2288,x383,y624&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730238854230","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9819518"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_3910","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":374,"numTeachers":17,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":11,"percentBlack":24,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":50,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"22.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.8,"schoolId":3910,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Allendale Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Allendale Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/oakland-unified-school-district/allendale-elementary-school/3910"}