{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sierra Madre Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":14.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8469200,"projectId":9419912,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom project. The students absolutely love using their Ten-Frames during math time! This hands-on manipulative has quickly become a class favorite. They use it not only during independent math sessions, but also when working together in small groups.\r\n\r\nThe Ten-Frames have made learning number sense, place value, addition, and subtraction so much more engaging and easier to understand. My students are excited to show their thinking and feel more confident tackling challenging math concepts.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our project and for always being there to ensure my students are successful and confident first graders. Together, we are helping them build a strong foundation for second grade and beyond.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1750710501396,"projectUrl":"project/ten-frames/9419912/","projectTitle":"Ten Frames","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Debbie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469200_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747921961117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-debbie-a"},{"teacherId":8469200,"projectId":9782358,"letterContent":"I am beyond thrilled to be able to use the colorful tubs to organize our 1st Grade class library books. The books are now organized in themes and the students are so excited to be able to find the books at their interest levels with ease. \r\n\r\nThe tubs have also helped me realize what topics our classroom library needs. I am so grateful for your support and generosity in making this project possible. The classroom is so much more organized because of this and your support is so appreciated. \r\n\r\nThank you for contributing to this project and making this dream come to life. \r\nMy students and I thank you sincerely!","fullyFundedDate":1759944248463,"projectUrl":"project/library-makeover/9782358/","projectTitle":"Library Makeover","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Debbie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469200_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747921961117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-debbie-a"},{"teacherId":8469200,"projectId":9419735,"letterContent":"The students absolutely love using their alphabet tiles during their phonics class time. They love working in pairs to create words and even nonsense words. They love making onsets and rimes using blends and digraphs. \r\nThis type of learning has been so engaging and fun.\r\nWe will be doing this on a daily basis throughout the year since reading foundations with phonemic awareness and phonics is key to student reading mastery and fluency.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for providing me to create this type of hands-on learning opportunity for my students. Their success is due to your generosity and contribution.\r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your support to my students.","fullyFundedDate":1750478865387,"projectUrl":"project/alphabet-tiles/9419735/","projectTitle":"Alphabet Tiles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Debbie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469200_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747921961117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-debbie-a"},{"teacherId":8469200,"projectId":9770620,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our Classroom Library these very coveted chapter books in a series. The students were so thrilled and excited. They have been so motivated to read them and have been encouraging one through sharing and advertising the books as they read them. Now, they have started to write their own versions of the stories they have been reading. \r\n\r\nI am so grateful to you for your generosity and support. It is donors like you who are actually making a difference in the classroom and I am so grateful to you.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping me bring these books to my students. I truly appreciate you tremendously!","fullyFundedDate":1759687692461,"projectUrl":"project/the-joy-of-reading/9770620/","projectTitle":"The Joy of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Debbie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469200_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747921961117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-debbie-a"},{"teacherId":8469200,"projectId":9782060,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our sports equipment for our afternoon recess. Our 1st Graders have been so excited to use them! I am seeing more group games and teamwork as students play together with the new materials. They now look forward to their afternoon recess with even more enthusiasm. These activities have also helped them grow closer as friends and build a stronger sense of community. They love their materials so much that they make sure to take care of them and collect them once recess is over and bring them back to class. This project has made them more responsible and super excited to be active outdoors. All thanks to you!","fullyFundedDate":1759944248208,"projectUrl":"project/the-joy-of-physical-fitness/9782060/","projectTitle":"The Joy of Physical Fitness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Debbie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469200_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747921961117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-debbie-a"},{"teacherId":8469200,"projectId":9424070,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our LEGO building kit project! Our students work in collaborative teams to build each kit, carefully following the directions and using their communication skills to succeed. Because of your generosity, our students eagerly look forward to their Discovery Learning time every day.\r\n\r\nThese LEGO activities are more than just fun—they help foster creative thinking, problem-solving, spatial reasoning, and fine motor development. They also support reading and comprehension skills, making this hands-on learning experience both educational and inspiring.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support in making this engaging and enriching experience possible for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1750660961168,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-easel/9424070/","projectTitle":"Classroom Easel","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Debbie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469200_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747921961117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-debbie-a"},{"teacherId":8469200,"projectId":9402928,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating the Lego sets to our 1st-grade class. We use them daily during our Learning Discovery Center time, and the students absolutely love their Lego center. They are eager to work collaboratively, building and creating together.\r\n\r\nI have noticed a remarkable increase in their engagement, enthusiasm, and creativity as they read the instructions and work as a team to figure out each step. Your generous donation has also greatly enhanced their speaking and listening skills as they communicate and problem-solve together.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this meaningful learning experience possible for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1749936641854,"projectUrl":"project/lego-center/9402928/","projectTitle":"LEGO Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Debbie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469200_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747921961117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-debbie-a"},{"teacherId":8469200,"projectId":9402907,"letterContent":"My 1st Grade students love their Communal Rug.\r\nThe numbers make it so easy to establish routines and a personal space for each student. They love coming to the carpet and choosing the number they want to sit on for the day. They also love the rugs with the stars because they recognize themselves as stars and initiate their own validations. How wonderful is that!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for making this safe and collaborative area come to life in my room. We appreciate your generosity immensely. Your contribution means so much to us and we have come to enjoy the","fullyFundedDate":1750042401794,"projectUrl":"project/our-communal-rug/9402907/","projectTitle":"Our Communal Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Debbie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469200_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747921961117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-debbie-a"},{"teacherId":8469200,"projectId":9432194,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our classroom calendar! We've been using it daily during our calendar time, and it has quickly become one of the most engaging parts of our day.\r\n\r\nStudents love taking turns to update the date and explore concepts like \"today,\" \"yesterday,\" and \"tomorrow.\" The weather feature is especially popular—it gives students the opportunity to observe, identify, and discuss the weather together, sparking meaningful conversations and curiosity.\r\n\r\nThis calendar has created a wonderful sense of community in our classroom. It encourages collaboration, reinforces routine, and allows students to learn from one another in a fun, interactive way.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support—it's made a real difference in our learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1751040790372,"projectUrl":"project/calendar-time/9432194/","projectTitle":"Calendar Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Debbie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469200_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747921961117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-debbie-a"},{"teacherId":8469200,"projectId":9402128,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding the document camera for my classroom. I have connected it to our Promethean Board, and it has already made a significant impact. Now, my students can clearly see all parts of the curriculum in real time, which greatly helps them stay engaged and follow along with the lessons.\r\n\r\nThe document camera also allows students to share their work with the class, which fosters collaboration, builds confidence, and encourages active participation. Your generosity has truly enhanced our learning environment, and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1749900968511,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-share-and-shine/9402128/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Share and Shine!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Debbie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469200_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747921961117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-debbie-a"},{"teacherId":8469200,"projectId":9421530,"letterContent":"Academic Harmony Reflection\r\n\r\nStudents were absolutely elated to engage with a variety of musical instruments at the end of the day, joyfully singing multicultural and patriotic songs. This unique and creative enrichment activity provided them with an exciting outlet for self-expression and collaboration. It was truly heartwarming to see their enthusiasm—many students eagerly asked if they could participate again.\r\n\r\nThroughout the session, they developed a sense of rhythm by learning to keep the beat in time with the music, which deepened their engagement and musical understanding. This experience not only sparked their interest in music but also laid a valuable foundation for future music instruction with Ms. Judy at the school. Activities like this nurture both academic and emotional growth, helping students connect with the arts in meaningful and memorable ways.","fullyFundedDate":1750598909190,"projectUrl":"project/academic-harmony/9421530/","projectTitle":"Academic Harmony","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Debbie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8469200_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747921961117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-debbie-a"},{"teacherId":8469200,"projectId":9415029,"letterContent":"Success Story: The Power of a Calming Corner\r\n\r\nThe addition of bean bags to our classroom's Calming Corner has had a transformative impact on student behavior and engagement. What began as a simple idea to create a more inviting learning space has grown into one of the most valued parts of our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nStudents now eagerly choose the bean bags during independent work time and group meetings, not just for comfort but because they view it as a privilege. This sense of ownership and respect for the space has translated into increased focus and positive behavior. I'm consistently amazed at how much more attentively students participate when they are using the space.\r\n\r\nEven more encouraging is that the impact extends beyond the regular school day — students from the afterschool LEARNS program often ask to use the space for completing homework. It's become a welcoming hub for learning, calm, and community across multiple student groups.\r\n\r\nThe Calming Corner is a clear example of how intentional, student-centered classroom design can create meaningful behavioral and academic benefits. 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