{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Valley of Enchantment Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":19.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5312799,"projectId":9884112,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. my students do very well with repetitive practice. These materials have given them the chance to review and repeat their previous skills while exploring new materials. We have used these materials in small groups and independent practice. Each week we do a number of the week and these activities have become a valuable part of those weekly lessons. Other activities focus on a variety of skills, such as sizes shape and color. These activities are done once or twice a week. I also have an independent workstation in which some of these activities have been put into individual task boxes and are used weekly to help our students maintain and generalize these skills. \r\nEach time I bring out new activities the students are more interested in the paperwork. And it shows me that they are able to use the skills amongst a different materials and a different times. Giving all of us a sense of variety and fun in our learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1763567426315,"projectUrl":"project/mini-math-munchkins/9884112/","projectTitle":"Mini Math Munchkins","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5312799_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673916437249","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5312799"},{"teacherId":4970105,"projectId":9808706,"letterContent":"Thank you for your thoughtful donation to our classroom that provided new magnetic blocks and animals! These new materials have inspired creativity in their building, have encouraged more collaboration amongst the students, and have sparked conversations full\r\nof academic vocabulary! \r\n The kindergarten students were thrilled to have new supplies in the magnetic building area. This is a preferred building center in our classroom! My students have built zoos, castles and towers that incorporate the new magnetic animals and magnetic shapes that came in the sets that you helped provide!\r\n It is my hope that these new materials will continue to inspire their creativity and that their creativity will carry over into their writing!","fullyFundedDate":1764740217729,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-creativity/9808706/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hawley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4970105_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537706718508","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4970105"},{"teacherId":4545425,"projectId":9792920,"letterContent":"Having the iPad in the classroom has been a game-changer! The students who are fully immersed in our classroom with special needs are finding themselves successful in their learning by using the iPad in interactive games and slides with Google. They are excited to use the iPad for writing as well, and they use the pen for penmanship practice. I am hopeful that the rest of the class will find this tool helpful to them as well and can benefit from their classmates' successes. Technology in the classroom can help all students succeed on different levels of ability and strength.","fullyFundedDate":1763564031724,"projectUrl":"project/occupational-therapy-ipad/9792920/","projectTitle":"Occupational Therapy iPad","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cairns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4545425_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522365764896","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cairnsvoe"},{"teacherId":4545425,"projectId":9286181,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your continued support of our classroom. Having the iPad and pen has been beneficial for teaching throughout the classroom. Utilizing the wireless connection while working with small groups has helped all of the students in the class, as I don't have to leave the groups I am working with to change slides or write on the iPad connected to the smartboard. I am excited that these supplies will help us to utilize more and more of the technology in the classroom in the learning process of all subjects.","fullyFundedDate":1748354583495,"projectUrl":"project/wireless-and-smart/9286181/","projectTitle":"Wireless and Smart","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cairns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4545425_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522365764896","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cairnsvoe"},{"teacherId":4545425,"projectId":9396331,"letterContent":"Having the supplies for the directed drawing we do in our classroom has been a game-changer. The students in our class are excited about drawing and art time every Friday. They know the supplies are theirs to use for whatever theme we are learning about, and will draw and color even when it's not on Fridays! They are becoming responsible for the supplies and are using them wisely to help conserve them for years to come, hopefully. I am very appreciative of the supplies that were gifted to our classroom, as the art time we spend is exciting for both them and us as teachers.","fullyFundedDate":1749216966524,"projectUrl":"project/directed-art/9396331/","projectTitle":"Directed Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cairns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4545425_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522365764896","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cairnsvoe"},{"teacherId":3876606,"projectId":9437739,"letterContent":"Our new rainbow carpet has become an essential part of our TK classroom and is used daily during circle time. Students gather on the carpet for morning meetings, songs, stories, and whole-group lessons. The colorful sections help students identify their personal space, practice sitting safely, and learn classroom routines and expectations. The carpet has also supported social-emotional learning as students learn to sit together, listen to peers, take turns speaking, and engage respectfully in group discussions.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the rainbow carpet, they were instantly drawn to it. Many commented on the bright colors and excitedly asked where they would get to sit. Some even proceeded to make \"carpet angels.\" The clear, inviting design helped ease transitions and created a sense of excitement and belonging during circle time. \r\n\r\nThank you again for helping make our classroom amazing!","fullyFundedDate":1758824191638,"projectUrl":"project/magic-carpet-ride/9437739/","projectTitle":"Magic Carpet Ride","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3876606_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473771425798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3876606"},{"teacherId":3876606,"projectId":9686130,"letterContent":"Our TK students have been actively using the new magnetic builders, magnifying glasses, and doll people across multiple learning areas in the classroom. The magnetic builders are being used to design and construct houses, bridges, and imaginative structures for the doll people, encouraging problem-solving, spatial awareness, and teamwork. Students collaborate to plan their builds, test stability, and revise their designs when something doesn't work, all while engaging in rich conversation with peers. The magnifying glasses have added a new layer of curiosity, as students closely observe classroom objects, natural materials, and details they might otherwise overlook.\r\n\r\nWhen students were first introduced to these materials, they were immediately captivated. They eagerly explored how the magnets worked, expressed amazement at how pieces connected, and excitedly used the magnifying glasses to examine textures, colors, and tiny details. The doll people quickly became characters in students' stories, inspiring imaginative play and social interaction.\r\n\r\nThanks to our donors, the next steps for students include integrating these materials into STEM and literacy lessons. Students will build structures with a specific purpose, such as homes or community spaces, and use the doll people to act out stories and real-life scenarios. We will also expand observation activities using magnifying glasses, tying them to science lessons about living and nonliving things, to foster curiosity, creativity, and hands-on learning every day.","fullyFundedDate":1757512504730,"projectUrl":"project/stem-for-tks/9686130/","projectTitle":"Stem for TKs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3876606_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473771425798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3876606"},{"teacherId":3876606,"projectId":9483217,"letterContent":"Our TK classroom has been enthusiastically using the new ice cream toys in our dramatic play center, and it has quickly become one of the most popular areas in the room. Students are using the scoops and play ice cream to role-play running an ice cream shop: taking turns as the cashier, scooper, and customer. This center has sparked rich language development as students practice greeting one another, placing orders, using polite phrases, and describing flavors. We've also seen natural math connections as students count scoops, compare quantities, and sort ice cream by color and type.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reaction was pure excitement. Eyes lit up, cheers erupted, and several students immediately began talking about their favorite ice cream flavors and trips to real ice cream shops. They were eager to explore the materials and carefully handled the scoops and ice cream pieces, showing pride and ownership right away.\r\n\r\nThanks to our donors, students now have an engaging foundation for deeper learning. Next steps include adding menus with numbers and pictures, play money for simple transactions, and opportunities for students to draw or write about their ice cream shop experiences. We will also connect this center to lessons on community helpers, sequencing, and cooperative play, helping students build social, academic, and real-world skills through joyful learning.","fullyFundedDate":1762267680540,"projectUrl":"project/we-all-scream-for-ice-cream/9483217/","projectTitle":"We All Scream for Ice Cream","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3876606_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473771425798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3876606"},{"teacherId":5312799,"projectId":9759546,"letterContent":"My kiddos and i thank you so much for this amazing project. My hope and goal was that the flexibility and sensory input that flexible seating offers would help my kiddos during circle time and work based centers, and it worked . My kiddos love the ability to choose and move from seat to seat . \r\nThe second goal was to build communication and social skills . Again, successful! Using picture icons and communication strips my kiddos need to communicate, share, wait and take turns . This projected had been all I hoped for and more . Thank you so much, I can't wait to grow our seating selection.","fullyFundedDate":1758824191072,"projectUrl":"project/have-a-seat/9759546/","projectTitle":"Have a Seat","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5312799_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673916437249","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5312799"},{"teacherId":9152729,"projectId":9398228,"letterContent":"Thank you for making art possible in my classroom. One of the projects we completed was a four-letter inspirational word piece. This SEL-related art project invited students to choose a four-letter word they live by. Many students chose HAWK, our school mascot, which stands for Honest, Accountable, Wise, Kind, and Safe. Students used watercolor paper, watercolors, and black crayons to bring their words to life.\r\n\r\nWe also completed a separate snowflake art project using acrylic paint and paint palettes. The paper plates came in handy for keeping student materials labeled and safe while drying.\r\nWe thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your generosity and support.","fullyFundedDate":1757515196539,"projectUrl":"project/art-projects/9398228/","projectTitle":"Art Projects","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Snyder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9152729"},{"teacherId":5312799,"projectId":9682583,"letterContent":"My class is full of creative little builders . They love to create buildings, and especially dinosaurs ! They love to use the Legos to create homes and dinosaurs . They also love to create long tubes and rakes with the tube builders . These two are a part of our daily Star choices . \r\nI bring out a new STEM activity daily as part of our daily routine . They love to see what new activity comes out . We have been building bridges and towers with our Three Billy Goats Gruff set . The kids love the velcro blocks and large figurines . \r\nThe next step is to build social skills , practice teamwork activities and use our creations as writing prompts.","fullyFundedDate":1757515196113,"projectUrl":"project/enthusiastic-engineers/9682583/","projectTitle":"Enthusiastic Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5312799_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673916437249","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5312799"},{"teacherId":5312799,"projectId":9441231,"letterContent":"This project has been amazing !!! We are using the light tables and translucent materials more often than i thought . I incorporate them weekly . We use the letter cards and letters for letter of the week . We use the sand to practice letter and number writing . I have also been able to include theme units such as gingerbread man , tree or turkey templates with the translucent shapes and clear sorting trays for categorizing . \r\nMy students love light table day , and enjoy working with the lights off. The tables offer choices and Independence, encouraging communication skills and shared learning experiences . I hope to get a larger light table to leave out daily . As well as more translucent materials to explore in other subject area. Thank you so much !","fullyFundedDate":1756674373582,"projectUrl":"project/illuminated-learning/9441231/","projectTitle":"Illuminated Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5312799_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673916437249","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5312799"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_35086","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":535,"numTeachers":20,"percentFrplEligible":88,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":47,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":47,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"26.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":81.0,"schoolId":35086,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Valley of Enchantment Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Valley of Enchantment Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/rim-of-the-world-unified-school-district/valley-of-enchantment-elementary-school/35086"}