{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Vista Del Monte Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":58.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":231885,"projectId":9536113,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom. My 5th grade students are able to use the math program Happy Numbers because of your generous donations. Happy Numbers is a math program that gives each scholar a path that fits their skill level. The program breaks down big ideas into small, manageable steps, which helps students build confidence as they grow. Students who once had trouble and wouldn't try very hard in math have begun taking steps forward because they are encouraged by the immediate feedback and interactive practice.\r\n\r\nHappy Numbers has also allowed me to better understand each student's needs. I can see exactly where students are thriving and where they may need extra support, which helps me plan targeted lessons. The program keeps students engaged, motivated, and excited to learn. Your contribution has made a real impact on their progress, and I am deeply grateful for your help in creating these opportunities for them.","fullyFundedDate":1755720331096,"projectUrl":"project/get-happy-with-numbers/9536113/","projectTitle":"Get Happy with Numbers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kannel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp231885_orig.png?crop=1169,1170,x0,y538&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754346059534","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/231885"},{"teacherId":1165791,"projectId":9752809,"letterContent":"This grant was life changing in my classroom as far as the amount of complaining that is now NOT going on! The earbuds we were given by our school were not the best for little ears, and the old headphones were uncomfortable and broke easily! My computer mice were very well used and many were not functioning any more! \r\n Our new colorful headphones fit our ears perfectly, have nice squishy pads for around our ears, have thick cords that do not tangle, work beautifully, and interestingly have not gotten \"lost\" once yet! My students love them so they are taking great care of them too! The new mice are just as useful and amazing! I cannot thank you enough to my donors and Ripple for this amazing gift!","fullyFundedDate":1758838775379,"projectUrl":"project/if-we-cant-hear-it-we-cant-learn-it/9752809/","projectTitle":"If We Can't Hear It, We Can't Learn It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Azzolin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1165791_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468542361500","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-azzolin"},{"teacherId":4644166,"projectId":9476350,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, my students are learning in a healthier and cleaner environment every day. The disinfecting wipes are now part of our classroom routine, and students help wipe down their desks and shared materials before and after lessons. They were so excited to take ownership of this responsibility, and it has helped them see that keeping our classroom safe is a team effort.\r\n\r\nWhen the wipes first arrived, one student said, \"Now our classroom feels extra shiny and ready for us to learn!\" Their pride in helping care for the classroom has turned cleaning into a moment of community.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students can stay focused on their learning instead of missing days due to illness. Your generosity has made a real difference in keeping us safe and ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1758636665761,"projectUrl":"project/a-fresh-start-keeping-our-bilingual-cla/9476350/","projectTitle":"A Fresh Start: Keeping Our Bilingual Classroom Clean and Healthy!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vieyra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4644166_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502603189329","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestravieyra"},{"teacherId":4644166,"projectId":9476199,"letterContent":"When the supplies showed up, my students were so excited to see them. The reading pointers were the first things they grabbed and they use them during partner reading which makes the activity feel fun and special. A few kids even asked if they could use them during free reading time.\r\n\r\nThe pouches and labels have already helped a lot. Instead of asking me for pencils or erasers, students know exactly where to go and can get what they need on their own. It's saving us time and helping them feel more independent.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll keep using the reading pointers in our small reading groups and start organizing materials for a bilingual writing project we're putting together. These little tools have really made our classroom feel more put together and supportive for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1753884911234,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-pointers-and-pouches-for-bilin/9476199/","projectTitle":"Pencils, Pointers, and Pouches for Bilingual Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vieyra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4644166_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502603189329","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestravieyra"},{"teacherId":4644166,"projectId":9476310,"letterContent":"The kids were so excited when we opened the box of watering cans! They all wanted to be the first to try them! Now, every morning, small groups grab a can and head to our garden beds. They check which plants need water, talk about what they see in Spanish and English, and proudly take turns caring for the plants.\r\n\r\nOne morning a student shouted, \"¡Miren, están creciendo!\" and everyone ran over to see the tiny sprouts. Moments like that show how much they're noticing and learning.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll start keeping simple garden journals to track plant growth and write down observations in both languages. These watering cans have turned watering into a daily routine full of responsibility, teamwork, and real joy. Thank you for helping our young gardeners grow!","fullyFundedDate":1757901474504,"projectUrl":"project/bilingual-buds-helping-young-gardeners/9476310/","projectTitle":"Bilingual Buds: Helping Young Gardeners Grow!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vieyra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4644166_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502603189329","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestravieyra"},{"teacherId":4644166,"projectId":9476105,"letterContent":"When our new erasable pens and markers arrived, my students were so excited to use them. We've been using them in small-group reading to help us read and analyze words. Students love being able to circle, underline, and write notes, knowing they can erase and try again if they make a mistake. One student said, \"It helps me see the word better when I can mark it!\"\r\n\r\nWe've also used the pens during writing and math, where students feel more confident editing their work and solving problems. These tools are helping my students embrace mistakes as part of learning, which is building both their confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to use the pens during a bilingual storytelling unit, where students will write, revise, and illustrate their own books in both English and Spanish. Thanks to your support, my students are developing strong skills and having fun while doing it!","fullyFundedDate":1753886736453,"projectUrl":"project/mistakes-welcome-erasable-pens-for-crea/9476105/","projectTitle":"Mistakes Welcome: Erasable Pens for Creative Bilingual Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vieyra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4644166_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502603189329","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestravieyra"},{"teacherId":4644166,"projectId":9475852,"letterContent":"Our new headphones have been such a game changer in our classroom. Students can log in to reading and math programs without all the background noise and they stay focused longer. It is exciting to watch how quickly they jump into their lessons now that they can hear every word and sound clearly.\r\n\r\nThe best part is seeing their excitement. A few of my quieter students who used to get distracted or give up now stay fully engaged and even ask for just a few more minutes to finish their work.\r\n\r\nHaving a personal set of headphones for each child has made learning smoother, calmer, and a lot more enjoyable. Thank you for helping make this everyday difference for our bilingual learners!","fullyFundedDate":1757904345160,"projectUrl":"project/sound-investments-tuning-into-bilingual/9475852/","projectTitle":"Sound Investments: Tuning Into Bilingual Learning With Headphones!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vieyra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4644166_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502603189329","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestravieyra"},{"teacherId":4644166,"projectId":9475902,"letterContent":"Our new headphones have been such a game changer in our classroom. Students can log in to reading and math programs without all the background noise and they stay focused longer. It is exciting to watch how quickly they jump into their lessons now that they can hear every word and sound clearly.\r\n\r\nThe best part is seeing their excitement. A few of my quieter students who used to get distracted or give up now stay fully engaged and even ask for just a few more minutes to finish their work.\r\n\r\nHaving a personal set of headphones for each child has made learning smoother, calmer, and a lot more enjoyable. Thank you for helping make this everyday difference for our bilingual learners.","fullyFundedDate":1757537418152,"projectUrl":"project/sound-investments-tuning-into-bilingual/9475902/","projectTitle":"Sound Investments: Tuning Into Bilingual Learning With Headphones!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vieyra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4644166_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502603189329","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestravieyra"},{"teacherId":4644166,"projectId":8751979,"letterContent":"The new bilingual books have brought so much excitement to our reading time. Stories like Nigel y la Luna and Paletero Man help students practice predicting, making inferences, and talking about story elements while growing their vocabulary in both English and Spanish.\r\n\r\nReading now feels like a shared adventure. During read alouds and small groups, students take turns reading, jot down tricky words on sticky notes, and work together to figure out meanings. They love spotting connections between Spanish and English, and our discussions are full of thoughtful questions and lively conversation.\r\n\r\nSome children have really blossomed. One student who once avoided Spanish reading now volunteers to read whole pages with confidence. Another proudly points out new English words that match Spanish ones he knows. These moments show how the books build both skills and pride in their bilingual identities.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom library is a place where students see themselves in stories and grow as strong, joyful readers every day.","fullyFundedDate":1735248847226,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-bilingual-superpowers-a-journ/8751979/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Bilingual Superpowers: A Journey Through Language and Culture","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vieyra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4644166_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502603189329","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestravieyra"},{"teacherId":202448,"projectId":9583420,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation towards \"Headphones for Learning Heroes\" in my classroom of 3rd grade students. Our scholars are proficient on many learning applications, but these apps are so much more effective when students can focus by being able to hear their own learning models with the assistance of these high quality headphones. Students struggling with reading are listening to stories and practicing their phonics skills. Students proficient with reading are being challenged to read in their zone of proximal development and are answering questions about the passages with the help of their new headphones. We very much appreciate the sacrifice you made to provide this awesome tool for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1758055598953,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-learning-heroes/9583420/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Learning Heroes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davenport","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp202448_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566587762702","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/202448"},{"teacherId":1165791,"projectId":9401735,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of our classroom! This steam Lego kit is amazing! The children are motivated to work hard during class to earn time working with this kit! \r\nWorking workin together they practice social skills, sharing, and kindness. They have to look at the pictures to plan and build different scenarios that have moving pieces to create a carnival setting. The kit itself is amazingly cute and so well-made! It will for sure be a favorite for years to come! \r\n We truly appreciate you and your support of our classroom and helping us expand our minds by planning sharing and working together through your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1754337538730,"projectUrl":"project/fun-friday-is-better-with-legos/9401735/","projectTitle":"Fun Friday Is Better With Legos!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Azzolin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1165791_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468542361500","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-azzolin"},{"teacherId":202448,"projectId":9333621,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding the We Can Write Well Project! Students have been enjoying their erasable gel pens as they learn to write in cursive and in printing. Students use their pens to create daily learning journal entries, practice their spelling poetry, and figure out math strategies. When a mistake is made, these pens erase readily and are much more motivating and fun to use than a regular lead pencil. We are taking great care of these pens, and are excited to write with them each day. We very much appreciate the impact of this donation upon our learning community.","fullyFundedDate":1753887114710,"projectUrl":"project/we-can-write-well/9333621/","projectTitle":"We Can Write Well!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davenport","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp202448_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566587762702","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/202448"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_32672","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":471,"numTeachers":23,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":86,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"20.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":41.7,"schoolId":32672,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Vista Del Monte Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Vista Del Monte Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/palm-springs-unified-school-district/vista-del-monte-elementary-school/32672"}