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Our students absolutely love the United States puzzles during Fun Friday because they make learning geography fun and interactive.\r\n\r\nThe bookshelves have helped us keep our classroom organized by giving us a special place for our snack boxes and books during reading time. The fan has been such a blessing during the hot days, helping us stay cool and comfortable while we learn together.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboards have quickly become one of the students' favorite classroom tools. They use them daily during ELA and Math lessons, and they are always excited to practice their work on them. One of my students shared, \"I love the whiteboards because it helps me see step by step my math work without wasting paper, which helps save trees from getting cut.\" The students also enjoy drawing and expressing their creativity on them.\r\n\r\nOne of my personal favorite donations is the label maker. It has helped me organize our classroom materials so much better, and now everything has a place where students can easily find and return supplies.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a real difference in our classroom. Thank you for believing in our students and helping create a positive, organized, and engaging learning environment. Please know that your support never goes unnoticed, and we are incredibly grateful for everything you have done for us.","fullyFundedDate":1769476940614,"projectUrl":"project/nourishing-minds-snacks-books-and-cre/10054386/","projectTitle":"Nourishing Minds: Snacks, Books, and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Galindo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10175412"},{"teacherId":9999615,"projectId":10094774,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the wonderful impact your generosity has had on our classroom. Because of you, our learning environment has transformed into a more vibrant, focused, and joyful space. The \"Snack, Stack and Play!\" project was designed to fuel both the bodies and the minds of my students, and seeing it come to life has been truly moving.\r\n\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes first arrived, the atmosphere in the room was electric. My students were wide-eyed as we unboxed the new building materials and healthy snacks. One of my students, who usually takes a bit of time to settle into the school day, did an actual \"happy dance\" when he saw the colorful stacking sets.\r\n\r\nThe immediate reaction was a mix of pure excitement and deep gratitude; they were genuinely touched that people they haven't even met cared enough to send these gifts to our classroom.\r\n\r\n\r\nWe have wasted no time putting these resources to work. They are now a core part of our daily routine, especially during our \"Morning Momentum\" block. The snacks have been a total game-changer. It is a simple truth that a hungry brain cannot learn. Having healthy options on hand has significantly decreased mid-morning irritability and noticeably increased focus during our intensive math rotations.","fullyFundedDate":1771025033012,"projectUrl":"project/snack-stack-and-play/10094774/","projectTitle":"Snack, Stack and Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Emely","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9999615"},{"teacherId":10175412,"projectId":10013308,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and for helping bring these wonderful materials into our classroom. 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Because of your kindness, we were able to quickly return to meaningful routines and focus on what matters most—learning, growing, and feeling safe together again.\r\n\r\nSince returning to school, the impact of your generosity has been clear in both the academic progress and the joy our students bring to each day. They are excited to read new stories, collaborate on projects, and express themselves through writing and art. We've seen renewed confidence, stronger friendships, and a genuine enthusiasm for learning that continues to grow. Your support didn't just replace supplies—it restored a sense of normalcy and hope. Thank you for being such an important part of our classroom's journey forward.","fullyFundedDate":1739906289576,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-rebuild-for-new-start-after-ea/9081766/","projectTitle":"Classroom Rebuild for New Start after Eaton Fire","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DuBoe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8951269"},{"teacherId":9748273,"projectId":9699443,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our students and giving them tools that help them stay regulated and feel comfortable in our resource room. Because of your generosity, our students now have a safe space to rewind, calm down, and refocus so they can return to learning ready to succeed.\r\n\r\nThe Koala Light-Ups have been a huge success, especially with the calming sounds they provide. The students absolutely love them and are overjoyed to use them when they need a quiet moment. 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It allows them to access educational apps that support reading, math, and other important skills in a fun and engaging way. Many of my students learn best through interactive activities, and the iPad helps them practice skills at their own pace while staying motivated. We have already seen such a great change in their confidence and participation during lessons. Your kindness is helping create meaningful learning opportunities for my students, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1768168259571,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-diverse-learners-with-classro/9986955/","projectTitle":"Supporting Diverse Learners With Classroom iPads","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barajas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9748273_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726614389423","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9748273"},{"teacherId":10161200,"projectId":9796793,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, our students now have individual whiteboards, a classroom pencil sharpener, and writing journals to use during their learning each day.\r\nThese materials make a big difference in our classroom. The individual whiteboards help every student participate and share their thinking during lessons. The classroom sharpener keeps our pencils ready so students can stay focused on their work, and the writing journals give students a special place to practice writing, record ideas, and grow as confident writers.\r\nYour generosity helps create a more engaging and supportive learning environment for our students. We truly appreciate your investment in their learning and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1759851944382,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-materials/9796793/","projectTitle":"First Grade Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Takasaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10161200"},{"teacherId":10161200,"projectId":9648700,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with the privacy folders. My students use them during independent work time, tests, and writing activities to help them stay focused and work without distractions. One moment that stood out was during a math practice activity when students used their folders to concentrate on solving problems on their own, and many were proud to show how much they could accomplish independently.\r\nWhen the students first saw the privacy folders, they were excited and curious about how they worked. They quickly understood that the folders were there to help them focus and do their best work. Thank you again for providing a resource that helps create a supportive and productive learning environment for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1757004232207,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-dividers-and-privacy-folders/9648700/","projectTitle":"First Grade Dividers and Privacy Folders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Takasaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10161200"},{"teacherId":10161200,"projectId":9588173,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with the new storage cabinets. My students and I use them every day to help keep our learning materials organized and easy to access. The cabinets allow us to store books, supplies, and classroom resources neatly so students can quickly find what they need during lessons and activities. Having an organized space helps our classroom run more smoothly and gives students more time to focus on learning. We are so grateful for your generosity and for helping create a more structured and welcoming classroom environment for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1756259559016,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-room-organizatioon/9588173/","projectTitle":"First Grade Room Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Takasaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10161200"},{"teacherId":9679861,"projectId":9593355,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and making this project possible. Your generosity has already made a meaningful impact on my students and our daily learning.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the new resources, my students have been using them during our physical education lessons to build strength, teamwork, and confidence. One of the most memorable moments happened during a recent fitness circuit. Students rotated through different stations focusing on aerobic capacity, core strength, and flexibility. With the new equipment available, every student was able to actively participate instead of waiting for a turn. It was incredible to see students encouraging one another, challenging themselves, and celebrating small victories together.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students were curious, eager, and couldn't wait to try everything out. Many of them asked if we could start using the equipment right away. Seeing their enthusiasm reminded me why hands-on resources make such a difference in keeping students engaged and motivated.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue using these materials as part of our fitness units and skill-building activities. Our next focus is helping students track their progress in different fitness areas such as endurance, strength, and flexibility. 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About this school
Pasadena Rosebud Academy is
a suburban public school
in Altadena, California that is part of Pasadena Unified School District.
It serves 144 students
in grades K - 8.
Its teachers have had 178 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Grades K - 8
144 Students
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85%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
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Pasadena Rosebud Academy
$194,113
raised using DonorsChoose
178
projects
funded
35
teachers
funded
186
donors
23
projects
for
basic supplies
32
projects for
technology
16
projects for
books
17
projects
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art supplies
Pasadena Rosebud Academy has received support from
114 individuals from California and
72 individuals out-of-state.