{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Freedom Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":19.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":218205,"projectId":9739442,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions toward the books our class received for our Accelerated Reader (AR) time. Because of your support, our students now have access to a wide variety of high-interest books in Spanish that have completely transformed our reading time. Students love practicing comprehension by answering questions about the characters, details, and events in the stories, which helps build vocabulary and confidence.\r\n\r\nOur students were so excited to read the new books! Having more Spanish titles has helped increase their word counts and enthusiasm for reading. Not only our third graders in my class are benefiting, but also students from the after school program and fourth and fifth graders who come to our classroom to read. Every little extra moment we have, they want to read!\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just provide books. It inspired a community of readers who are setting personal goals and working toward reading one million words. Thank you for believing in our students and helping make reading an adventure they look forward to every day.","fullyFundedDate":1758825702062,"projectUrl":"project/spanish-chapter-books-for-my-dual-langua/9739442/","projectTitle":"Spanish Chapter Books for My Dual Language Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp218205_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x371,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758604366387","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/218205"},{"teacherId":10079311,"projectId":9462886,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of pencil boxes, pencil pouches, pencil sharpeners, erasers, and jump ropes for my students. Your kindness has made such a meaningful difference in our classroom!\r\n\r\nThe students were absolutely thrilled to receive their new pencil boxes and pouches. As soon as they arrived, everyone eagerly began transferring their classroom supplies from plastic bags into their new boxes and pouches. It was wonderful to see how excited they were to organize their materials and take pride in their belongings. The colorful pouches were a big hit and brought so much joy to our classroom!\r\n\r\nAlthough the pencil boxes turned out to be a little smaller than I anticipated (a small miscalculation on my part), they've worked out beautifully for students to store extra classroom supplies like crayons, markers, and other personal items. Everything now has a place, and that small sense of order has really helped our classroom feel more structured and cared for.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular, Fernando, has benefited greatly from these supplies. Fernando can sometimes be quite disorganized and often misplaces his materials. Since receiving his new pencil box and pouch, I've noticed a wonderful change—he now takes the time to organize his things and always has his essential supplies ready. He no longer has to search through his desk to find what he needs, and it's clear he feels proud of his new sense of responsibility.\r\n\r\nI also want to thank you for donating the jump ropes. Our classroom has very little P.E. equipment, so having these available has been such a treat! The students were overjoyed to have something fun and active to use during recess and movement breaks. The jump ropes encourage teamwork, coordination, and exercise, and they've brought a lot of laughter and energy to our days. Watching students cheer each other on as they count jumps has been such a heartwarming sight.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided my students with tools that support both their learning and their joy. Thank you for believing in them and for helping to create a more positive, organized, and active classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1754028305380,"projectUrl":"project/pouches-and-storage-boxes-with-purpose/9462886/","projectTitle":"Pouches and Storage Boxes with Purpose: Organization = Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laura Diaz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10079311_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x226,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752795397262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10079311"},{"teacherId":218205,"projectId":9250748,"letterContent":"On behalf of myself and my 17 amazing students, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donations to our classroom. We are truly grateful for your support, and I'm excited to share how your contributions have made a real and immediate impact on our learning community. Our students were so delighted to have their new materials , their little faces lit up when receiving the materials. \r\n\r\nThanks to you, our class is thriving with new supplies that have enriched our daily activities. We've recently been exploring geography and learning about the continents and oceans and your donations have allowed us to take a more hands-on and interactive approach to these lessons. Students have been able to cut, sort, glue, and create using the materials you helped provide. These tools have made our lessons more engaging and accessible for all types of learners.\r\n\r\nThe Sharpies are being used to trace maps and bring creative projects to life, helping students visualize and remember what they're learning. The scissors and glue are used almost daily in activities that reinforce grammar, math, and science concepts. The stickers have been a huge hit! We use them as rewards when students turn in important assignments, demonstrate great behavior, or reach their reading goals. These little incentives go a long way in keeping motivation high and reinforcing positive habits.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, students are now more excited to participate, complete their work, and take pride in their accomplishments. They're reading more books, growing their fluency and vocabulary, and enjoying the rewards that come with their hard work. The classroom has become an even more joyful, organized, and effective space for learning.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, **thank you** for investing in our classroom. Your kindness and support have made a lasting difference in our students' education and in their daily experiences at school. We truly appreciate all that you've done for us.","fullyFundedDate":1750773730015,"projectUrl":"project/mrsguerreros-amazing-readers/9250748/","projectTitle":"Mrs.Guerrero's Amazing Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp218205_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x371,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758604366387","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/218205"},{"teacherId":9406917,"projectId":9077701,"letterContent":"We sincerely appreciate your generous donations aimed at enhancing our school library and facilitating its much-needed makeover. This transformation would not have been possible without your invaluable support.\r\n\r\nThe students' reactions were truly priceless. They quickly recognized the library's fresh and inviting appearance. Their joyful faces and enthusiasm brightened my day—and theirs as well.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for everything you do for our students and for supporting their learning environments.","fullyFundedDate":1746785602789,"projectUrl":"project/a-new-chapter-essential-supplies-and-th/9077701/","projectTitle":"A New Chapter: Essential Supplies and the School Library Makeover","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rocio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9406917_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y717&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704765765287","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9406917"},{"teacherId":9406917,"projectId":9075745,"letterContent":"The generous donation of ice cream supplies for our wonderful readers has been incredibly successful, thanks to your amazing support. This initiative has ignited a wave of enthusiasm among our students, encouraging them to engage more deeply with their reading and eagerly look forward to our upcoming reading challenge.\r\n\r\nThe smiles and laughter of our students were unforgettable. They shared stories about how enjoyable this celebration was, reminiscing about it for days. Your contribution has truly made a significant impact, and we are thrilled to continue organizing educational events and celebrations for our young readers. Thank you so much for your kindness and support; it means the world to us and to the children!","fullyFundedDate":1746786068245,"projectUrl":"project/scoop-tacular-ice-cream-celebration-a-s/9075745/","projectTitle":"Scoop-Tacular Ice Cream Celebration: A Sweet Treat for Student Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rocio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9406917_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y717&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704765765287","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9406917"},{"teacherId":9279381,"projectId":8383722,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. Your support brought many of our learning experiences to life in the most meaningful way. With the materials you provided, our students were able to engage in hands-on, creative projects that blended academics with artistic expression.\r\n\r\nThese projects not only deepened their understanding of the content, but also boosted their confidence and pride in their work. The classroom was filled with excitement, focus, and creativity as students worked together and shared ideas.","fullyFundedDate":1719425131154,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-year-extravaganza-inspiring-crea/8383722/","projectTitle":"End-of-Year Extravaganza: Inspiring Creativity, Empowering Education","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9279381"},{"teacherId":9279381,"projectId":9082393,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support. Your donation has made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are truly grateful for the opportunity it gave our students to grow, create, and make unforgettable memories.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, we were able to bring important classroom moments to life—moments that will be remembered not just as lessons, but as experiences that shaped our students' understanding, teamwork, and joy in learning. From the start, your donation sparked a wave of excitement.","fullyFundedDate":1746578314691,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-fourth-graders-help-us-cre/9082393/","projectTitle":"Support Our Fourth Graders – Help Us Create Lasting Memories!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9279381"},{"teacherId":9914741,"projectId":9093986,"letterContent":"I'm excited to share the success of our recent classroom initiative, \"Growth Through Art and Positive Reinforcement.\" This project brought a new wave of creativity, motivation, and joy into our classroom—and the results have been truly heartwarming. Through hands-on art projects, encouraging feedback, and a meaningful reward system, students were empowered to express themselves and take pride in their growth—both artistically and personally. They didn't just participate—they thrived. One of the most beautiful outcomes was how this project transformed our classroom atmosphere. My students became more eager to try their best—not just to earn a prize, but because they were excited to create, to be recognized for their efforts, and to support one another. Whether it was a painting project, a teamwork activity, or simply staying focused during lessons, they approached each day with a new sense of purpose and enthusiasm. The promise of a small prize, a moment of recognition, or a fun snack after a test kept morale high and built healthy motivation. It became clear that positive reinforcement works wonders—my students became more engaged, more respectful, and more willing to step outside their comfort zones.","fullyFundedDate":1740148132490,"projectUrl":"project/support-my-students-growth-through-art/9093986/","projectTitle":"Support My Students’ Growth Through Art and Positive Reinforcement","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9914741_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760859872896","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9914741"},{"teacherId":9279381,"projectId":8228284,"letterContent":"Thanks to your donation, our students were given the opportunity to engage in a learning experience that was fun, innovative, and inspiring. You helped make science tangible, engineering exciting, and teamwork meaningful. It's generous partners like you who help us go beyond the traditional curriculum and offer students experiences they'll remember for years to come.\r\n On behalf of all the students, thank you again for your kindness, generosity, and belief in the power of hands-on learning. We look forward to more opportunities to spark student curiosity","fullyFundedDate":1715137234021,"projectUrl":"project/shining-stars-empowering-students-throu/8228284/","projectTitle":"Shining Stars: Empowering Students Through Solar Power STEM Education","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9279381"},{"teacherId":9479799,"projectId":8903020,"letterContent":"On behalf of my SDC class I want to say thank you for everything. We were able to use the parachute which is now my students favorite PE activity. All the PE scoops were great, my students and I had fun playing with those together. Some of the art supplies they were really happy to recieve were the gel pens! They were so excited to recieve the equipment and supplies! Each time we recieved a box we would open them as a class and as I pulled each item out they would clap and cheer lol This reslly meant so much to all of us. Thank you all again.","fullyFundedDate":1730912673326,"projectUrl":"project/the-only-disability-is-a-bad-attitude/8903020/","projectTitle":"The Only Disability Is a Bad Attitude!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oliverez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9479799_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730916385663","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9479799"},{"teacherId":9279381,"projectId":8660605,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! Your contributions allowed us to purchase items that have truly transformed our classroom. With everything now more organized and accessible, it's easier for our students to keep materials in order and stay focused. The new supplies have made art lessons more enjoyable, and students now have the tools they need to make writing and editing easier and more fun. All the students were incredibly excited with the new materials, and it has made a positive impact on their learning experience. We are so grateful for your support—thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1734218819137,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-stars-4th-grade-drive/8660605/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Stars: 4th Grade Drive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9279381"},{"teacherId":9406917,"projectId":8953962,"letterContent":"The storytime carpet donated to our school library has truly enhanced our students' experience. Each time they enter the library, their faces light up with joy as they gather around the colorful carpet, eager to sit together for storytime. They enthusiastically share their excitement with one another, making this a cherished highlight of their day. The carpet has not only brightened our space but has also received praise from fellow teachers who recognize its positive influence.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our students and our school community, we express our heartfelt gratitude for this wonderful addition, which has fostered a warm and inviting environment for learning and storytelling.","fullyFundedDate":1733943569919,"projectUrl":"project/storytime-according-to-the-book/8953962/","projectTitle":"Storytime According to the Book","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rocio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9406917_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y717&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704765765287","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9406917"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_40064","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":499,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":94,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":80.6,"schoolId":40064,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Freedom Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Freedom Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/pajaro-valley-unified-school-district/freedom-elementary-school/40064"}