{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cielo Vista Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2787985,"projectId":10066886,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom library! The addition of relatable, third grade-centered series like Marya Khan, The Judy Moody Most Mood-tastic Collection Ever, and the Clementine books has allowed me to strengthen important literacy skills in meaningful ways. Students are practicing comprehension strategies such as making connections, understanding character traits, and reflecting on how characters handle real-life situations. Because the characters are their age, students are better able to see themselves in the stories, which deepens engagement and encourages thoughtful discussions about feelings, friendships, and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom has become a lively and student-centered experience. Students eagerly select books, find cozy spots, and become fully immersed in their reading. During group discussions and read-alouds, they are excited to share their thoughts, compare characters, and talk about moments that remind them of their own lives. The classroom is filled with energy as students recommend books to one another and look forward to continuing each series.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have been especially drawn to these books. Many love the humor and personality of Judy Moody, while others connect deeply with the everyday experiences in Clementine and Marya Khan. I've seen students who were once hesitant readers become more confident and excited, often asking for extra time to read or continuing their books during free moments. Your generosity has truly helped create a classroom where students feel connected to what they read and inspired to grow as readers every day.","fullyFundedDate":1772212158090,"projectUrl":"project/third-grade-books-for-third-graders/10066886/","projectTitle":"Third Grade Books for Third Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Milem-Gordon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2787985_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1465932911517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-milem"},{"teacherId":2787985,"projectId":10053918,"letterContent":"The addition of The Carver Chronicles, Zach and Zoe Mysteries, the Hardy Boys Clue Book Collection, The Enormous Egg, and Megabat has allowed me to introduce and reinforce a wide range of important literacy skills in my classroom. Through these engaging texts, students are practicing comprehension strategies such as making predictions, identifying key details, and tracking character development. The mystery books in particular encourage critical thinking and problem-solving, as students gather clues and make inferences, while stories like Megabat and The Enormous Egg help students explore themes, humor, and imagination in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an active, joyful experience where students are fully engaged in both independent and shared reading. During reading time, students eagerly choose books that interest them, find comfortable spots, and immerse themselves in their stories. We also come together for discussions where students share their thinking, ask questions, and build understanding together. The classroom is filled with excitement as students recommend books to one another and look forward to continuing their series.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have been especially drawn to these new titles. Some are captivated by the mystery and teamwork in Zach and Zoe Mysteries and the Hardy Boys Clue Book Collection, eagerly trying to solve the cases alongside the characters. Others are laughing and connecting deeply with Megabat and The Enormous Egg, enjoying the humor and imaginative storytelling. It has been especially rewarding to see students who were once hesitant readers become more confident and enthusiastic as they find books that truly spark their interest.","fullyFundedDate":1771440605198,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books/10053918/","projectTitle":"Books! Books! Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Milem-Gordon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2787985_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1465932911517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-milem"},{"teacherId":2787985,"projectId":10053530,"letterContent":"The new books, including The Nguyen Kids series, a Fairy Tale Chapter Book series, Frankie Sparks: Invention, and The Number Investigators, have allowed me to introduce and strengthen a variety of important reading skills in my classroom. Students are practicing comprehension strategies such as making predictions, identifying story elements, and drawing connections between texts and their own experiences. These books also support lessons in problem-solving and critical thinking—especially with Frankie Sparks and The Number Investigators, where students follow characters as they think through challenges step by step. The variety of genres helps students build confidence while exploring both realistic fiction and imaginative stories.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an active and engaging experience. During independent reading time, students eagerly select books that interest them and find comfortable spots to dive into their stories. In small groups and read-alouds, we pause to ask questions, share ideas, and discuss characters and plot, creating a collaborative environment where students learn from one another. There is a noticeable excitement around reading, with many students asking for extra time to continue their books.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have been especially drawn to these new series. Some are captivated by the creativity and problem-solving in Frankie Sparks, while others are deeply engaged in the adventures found in the Fairy Tale Chapter Books and The Nguyen Kids. A few students who were previously hesitant readers are now more confident, particularly with The Number Investigators, as they enjoy combining reading with math-based thinking. It has been incredibly rewarding to see students connect with these books and grow both their skills and their love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1772464367133,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books/10053530/","projectTitle":"Books! Books! Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Milem-Gordon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2787985_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1465932911517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-milem"},{"teacherId":2787985,"projectId":9897360,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! The Mini Squishmallows, Mini Butter Slime Kit, 3D Scented Food Erasers, Plush Mini Dinosaurs, and Multi-Item Party Favor Ball have brought so much excitement and joy to my students. These items have provided new options for students to choose from off the prize wall. \r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement.The prizes not only sparked fun, but resulted in better engagement and motivation to earn the new rewards. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a tangible difference in my classroom, and I am so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1764644432198,"projectUrl":"project/stock-the-prizes-spark-the-smiles/9897360/","projectTitle":"Stock the Prizes, Spark the Smiles!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Milem-Gordon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2787985_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1465932911517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-milem"},{"teacherId":2787985,"projectId":9775497,"letterContent":"Reading in my classroom has become an exciting, student-driven experience where students are eagerly choosing books, finding comfortable spaces, and fully immersing themselves in stories. During independent reading time, the room is filled with focused, engaged readers, and during discussions, students are eager to share their favorite moments and recommend books to one another. The variety of new titles has allowed every student to find something that truly captures their interest and keeps them motivated to read.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have been especially excited about the new books you provided. The 13th Street series and Upside-Down Magic books have quickly become favorites for students who enjoy imaginative and slightly spooky adventures, while others are loving the humor and action in Cat on the Run and Mighty Meg. A group of students has been especially drawn to the Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior graphic novels, eagerly reading and discussing the stories together, which has helped build both their confidence and enthusiasm for reading. Thank you so much for your generous support in helping create such a joyful and engaging reading environment for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1761942039058,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books/9775497/","projectTitle":"Books! Books! Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Milem-Gordon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2787985_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1465932911517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-milem"},{"teacherId":2787985,"projectId":9639205,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support. Reading in our classroom came alive during Halloween as students were enthralled by The Skull, Bone Soup, and The Witch and Wombat, with many eagerly participating, asking questions, and showing a newfound excitement for these Halloween stories. \r\n\r\nThanks to you helping complete our Diary of a Pug series, many students were especially excited to continue reading and stay engaged with books they love.\r\n\r\nOne child was especially delighted by the Pig the Pug books, enjoying their silly humor both during read-alouds and cozy independent reading time.","fullyFundedDate":1758838880870,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books/9639205/","projectTitle":"Books! Books! Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Milem-Gordon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2787985_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1465932911517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-milem"},{"teacherId":1607853,"projectId":9760973,"letterContent":"The impact of these books will be truly seen in the fall next year, during the season in which many of these stories take place. I know the students will love to have a new variety of books to read and to enjoy for the Fall season. Some of the books are about fall holidays, and some are about the season itself. The book about the fall festival will be very relatable to kids as we always have one here at school. The 2 Thanksgiving book will also be one they can see themselves in as many students share different holiday traditions within their own families. Thank you so much, and I can hardly wait to read them next year!!","fullyFundedDate":1768720639652,"projectUrl":"project/falling-for-books/9760973/","projectTitle":"Falling for Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Biggert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1607853_orig.jpg?crop=267,267,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759945702644","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-biggert"},{"teacherId":1607853,"projectId":9797072,"letterContent":"These books are so amazing! They are hilariously funny and so engaging for many ages! I am so very appreciative of your help to continue to build a wonderfully engaging set of books for read aloud. One of the benefits of this project is that students can see that reading and listening to stories can make us laugh and feel joyful. This concept is so important as we compete with technology to get kids' attention. Thank you so much for your generous support! Without your help there is no possible way I can continue to build my library for my readers. Just getting any donation brightens my day, so thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1770075237646,"projectUrl":"project/the-gift-of-read-aloud/9797072/","projectTitle":"The Gift of Read Aloud","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Biggert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1607853_orig.jpg?crop=267,267,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759945702644","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-biggert"},{"teacherId":1607853,"projectId":10042980,"letterContent":"These books are exceptionally illustrated, and many were possible Caldecott winners. The Caldecott is for the best illustrated books of the year. Not only are the pictures beautiful, but the stories are hilarious, fun, beautiful, and filled with lessons. Together a Forest compares the beauty of nature, and all of its differences, to the minds on kids and how they learn. The Polar Bear and the Ballerina is wordless, but so gorgeously illustrated, the kids will love to \"tell\" the story in their own words. Thank you so much for helping me to add these books to my library. The students are excited to start checking them out, and I am excited to share them with my classes and the other teachers', too!","fullyFundedDate":1769190341006,"projectUrl":"project/a-picture-book-is-worth-a-thousand-wor/10042980/","projectTitle":"A Picture (Book) is Worth a Thousand Words","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Biggert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1607853_orig.jpg?crop=267,267,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759945702644","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-biggert"},{"teacherId":1607853,"projectId":9947368,"letterContent":"The students love these books! Our favorites so far from this collection are: The Interpreter, because they can relate to the difficulty of a kid having 2 jobs, one as a kid, and the other as the family interpreter. Another favorite, especially of mine, is Hazel is All That. This book is perfect for teaching about making assumptions based on the appearance of what is going on. Hazel learns that she isn't always \"all that\", and can still learn new ways of thinking. These are just two of the beautiful books that we were able to read and share in this collection. Thank you so much for helping make my readers excited about books! Your generosity is so valuable, and so very critical in continuing my work to spread book joy!","fullyFundedDate":1767627355269,"projectUrl":"project/reaching-readers/9947368/","projectTitle":"Reaching Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Biggert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1607853_orig.jpg?crop=267,267,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759945702644","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-biggert"},{"teacherId":3696292,"projectId":9638941,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students will soon be reading The Martian and they are already excited to get started. When I introduced the book and shared its premise, students immediately began asking questions about space, survival, and how science and engineering could help someone solve life-or-death problems. This novel will help students build important reading skills such as close reading, analyzing how an author explains complex ideas, and tracking how problems are solved step by step. It also shows students that reading can connect directly to science, math, and real-world problem solving.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom will be active and engaging. Students will read independently and in small groups, using sticky notes to record questions, predictions, and important moments as they read. We will pause often for discussion and reflection so students can share their thinking and build understanding together. Several students who don't always see themselves as \"readers\" have already shown excitement just from hearing about the book, especially those drawn to the survival story and science-based challenges. Because of your support, this book will help students see reading as meaningful, challenging, and enjoyable.","fullyFundedDate":1763591735664,"projectUrl":"project/launching-literacy-into-orbit/9638941/","projectTitle":"Launching Literacy into Orbit","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fuentes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3696292_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728014205427","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3696292"},{"teacherId":2787985,"projectId":9937339,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously funding new prizes for my third grade prize wall. The students were absolutely thrilled, especially with the fidgets, which quickly became the biggest hit! They also loved the brick building kits since they're so similar to little LEGOs and encouraged creativity and problem-solving. This refresh was very much needed and provided exciting new options for students who had already earned prizes or were patiently waiting for just the right one to work toward. Your support helped renew motivation and excitement in our classroom, and we are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1768532373758,"projectUrl":"project/stock-the-prizes-spark-the-smiles/9937339/","projectTitle":"Stock the Prizes, Spark the Smiles!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Milem-Gordon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2787985_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1465932911517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-milem"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_32665","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":350,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":76,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":82,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"9.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.0,"schoolId":32665,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Cielo Vista Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Cielo Vista Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/palm-springs-unified-school-district/cielo-vista-elementary-school/32665"}