{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cielo Vista Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1607853,"projectId":9982549,"letterContent":"Having books about snowy days and wintertime will be a great addition to our classroom library. Thank you so much for helping to bring these books to my students. They will love to check them out, and to read them independently, or to listen to them as read alouds. I appreciate your generosity so very much! Without your help it would not be possible to continue to share new and exciting books the way I am able to. You make my job easier, and in many ways a possibility! Thank you for supporting my students, and for supporting reading. You truly make a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1772464514591,"projectUrl":"project/warm-up-with-a-good-book/9982549/","projectTitle":"Warm Up With a Good Book","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":9967435,"letterContent":"These books will be used for multiple holiday seasons and will represent a variety of holidays that our students may participate in. My students will be able to check these books out to take home and read, or they can read in class. I also read aloud books to my students, so these will help give us new books to share together. Thank you so very much for helping to fund my book project! These books will be put to good use, and will be loved and shared with my students, and other teachers, too! You are so appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1772464216694,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-a-holiday/9967435/","projectTitle":"Reading is a Holiday","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":2787985,"projectId":10161408,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of new books for my classroom. These texts, including the Pizza and Taco series and the Press Start! graphic novels, have helped me introduce and strengthen a variety of important literacy skills. Students are practicing comprehension strategies such as sequencing, identifying story elements, and making predictions, while also building fluency and confidence. The graphic novel format supports visual literacy, helping students understand how images and text work together to tell a story—an essential skill for today's readers. Because these stories are so fun and accessible, they invite even my most hesitant readers to participate and feel successful.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially connected with these new books. The Pizza and Taco series and Press Start! graphic novels are such silly, entertaining reads that students are constantly smiling, giggling, and asking for more. I am especially appreciative to have complete sets with no missing books—this allows students to read the series in order, which has been incredibly motivating for them. It's been wonderful to see students eagerly tracking their progress through each series and recommending the books to their friends. Your support has truly helped foster a love of reading in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1774196244231,"projectUrl":"project/hooked-on-books/10161408/","projectTitle":"Hooked on 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":10130838,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing these wonderful new books for my classroom. Graphic novels allow students to learning how to interpret both text and illustrations together, building skills in inference, sequencing, and understanding how visual elements contribute to a story. The Phoebe and Her Unicorn books are perfect for developing comprehension, humor analysis, and character relationships, while also helping students build reading stamina through highly engaging, accessible texts.\r\n\r\nReading time in my classroom is lively and student-centered. You might see students reading independently with full focus, partnering up to discuss favorite moments, or sharing their thinking during group conversations. I encourage students to ask questions, make predictions, and connect personally with what they read. The energy around reading has truly grown as students feel more confident and excited to pick up books that match their interests.\r\n\r\nOne moment that truly captured the impact of your generosity was when a student spotted the I Survived graphic novels—he had been hoping for them and was beyond excited. He immediately picked one up and began reading, completely immersed from the start. Similarly, several students have fallen in love with the Phoebe and Her Unicorn series, often laughing out loud and eagerly discussing the characters with friends. These books are not just building skills—they are helping students discover the joy of reading, and for that, I am incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1773873723653,"projectUrl":"project/books-theyre-actually-asking-for/10130838/","projectTitle":"Books They’re Actually Asking For!","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":10130814,"letterContent":"These new books bring so many meaningful learning opportunities into our classroom beyond just enjoying a good story. With graphic novels like Bea, Bee, and Jay, Crab and Snail, and Baloney and Friends, students are developing important comprehension skills such as sequencing, making inferences from both text and illustrations, and understanding dialogue. They're also learning how to \"read\" visual elements like facial expressions and panel order, which is a huge part of building deeper comprehension. The Cosmic Adventures of Astrid and Stella series supports stamina with longer texts while encouraging imagination, vocabulary growth, and story structure understanding.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is a special and consistent part of our day. Students have time for independent reading where they choose books that interest them, often keeping them right at their desks so they can dive in whenever there's a moment. We also incorporate partner reading, small group discussions, and teacher-guided lessons where we practice specific skills together. There's a strong focus on building a love of reading—students are encouraged to explore, talk about books, and make connections to what they're reading.\r\n\r\nIt's been so exciting to see how much students are connecting with these new books! Some of my more reluctant readers are especially drawn to the graphic novels—they feel more confident navigating the stories and are eager to keep reading. Other students are gravitating toward the Astrid and Stella series and proudly sharing details about the adventures and characters. Seeing students light up, recommend books to each other, and stay engaged in reading time has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping bring these engaging and meaningful books into our classroom! They are already making such a positive impact!","fullyFundedDate":1773863967432,"projectUrl":"project/hooked-on-books-through-comics/10130814/","projectTitle":"Hooked on Books Through Comics!","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":10071895,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom library! With the addition of the Star Wars Jedi Academy series and the Lunch Lady collection, students are developing important literacy skills in engaging and meaningful ways. These high-interest texts are perfect for practicing comprehension strategies such as making predictions, identifying key details, and understanding character development. The graphic novel format also supports visual literacy, helping students interpret illustrations alongside text, while the humor and action keep them motivated and excited to read.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom has become a highly interactive and student-centered experience. Students eagerly choose these books during independent reading time, often laughing out loud or turning pages quickly to see what happens next. During discussions, they enjoy sharing favorite scenes, talking about characters, and even making connections between the stories and their own lives. The energy around reading has grown tremendously, and students are constantly recommending these books to one another.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have been especially drawn to these series. Some who were previously reluctant readers are now fully engaged, particularly with the Lunch Lady books, as they enjoy the humor and fast-paced storytelling. Others are captivated by the Star Wars Jedi Academy series, connecting with the characters and the school setting while exploring a whole new world. It has been incredibly rewarding to see students build confidence, excitement, and a genuine love of reading thanks to your generous support.","fullyFundedDate":1773878057822,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-into-adventures-with-graph/10071895/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages Into Adventures With Graphic Novels!","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":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! 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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. 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