{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Rio Rosales School","outOfStateSupporters":24.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4371926,"projectId":9357753,"letterContent":"The grant allowed our classroom to receive packs of 20-count colored markers, colored pencils, and durable storage containers—items that have made a noticeable impact on student learning and creativity. With a wider range of vibrant materials, students are now able to fully express themselves during art projects, science diagrams, and interactive assignments across subjects. Having access to enough supplies for everyone has encouraged collaboration, boosted confidence, and made our classroom activities more engaging and inclusive.\r\n\r\nThe addition of sturdy containers has also helped us organize and preserve these supplies, ensuring they last much longer and stay in good condition. This has taught students the value of taking care of shared materials and has helped create a more structured, respectful learning environment. Overall, this grant has not only supported creativity and academic success, but it has also contributed to a more positive, hands-on classroom culture.","fullyFundedDate":1754085056616,"projectUrl":"project/a-variety-of-colors-to-choose-from/9357753/","projectTitle":"A Variety of Colors to Choose From!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4371926_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510010882327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4371926"},{"teacherId":4371926,"projectId":9371754,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous grant, our school was able to purchase much-needed athletic equipment, including basketballs, kickballs, volleyballs, and exercise dice. These resources have made a significant difference in both our physical education classes and recess activities. Students now have access to high-quality equipment that allows them to fully engage in team sports, develop coordination and motor skills, and learn the value of cooperation and sportsmanship in a fun, active environment.\r\n\r\nThe addition of exercise dice has also added a creative and interactive element to our fitness routines. These tools have made warm-ups and physical challenges more engaging, encouraging all students to participate with enthusiasm. Overall, this grant has not only enhanced our physical education program, but it has also promoted healthier lifestyles, increased student confidence, and created a more energetic and positive atmosphere throughout the school day.","fullyFundedDate":1752859885364,"projectUrl":"project/kicking-off-healthy-habits/9371754/","projectTitle":"Kicking Off Healthy Habits","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4371926_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510010882327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4371926"},{"teacherId":4371926,"projectId":9360130,"letterContent":"Receiving the $100 gift card for Teachers Pay Teachers has made a meaningful impact in my classroom, especially when it comes to integrating engaging technology-based resources into our daily learning. I used the gift card to purchase interactive digital tools and lesson bundles that work seamlessly with the technology we already use in class, such as our Chromebooks and smartboard. These resources not only reinforce academic skills in reading, math, and science, but also allow for differentiated instruction—something that is incredibly important in a diverse 5th grade classroom. The technology enables students to work at their own pace, receive immediate feedback, and stay actively involved in their learning through games, videos, and virtual manipulatives.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most about these new tools is how interactive and personalized they are. They especially love the self-paced review games and digital escape rooms, which turn traditional practice into a fun challenge. One student who previously struggled to stay focused during lessons has really connected with these tools and now looks forward to our digital learning time each day. It's incredible to see students light up when they realize they've mastered a concept through a game or activity that feels more like play than work. The resources I was able to purchase are not only supporting academic growth but also building confidence and a love of learning—something every teacher hopes for their students.","fullyFundedDate":1747506263252,"projectUrl":"project/a-resources-for-a-learners/9360130/","projectTitle":"A+ Resources for A+ Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4371926_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510010882327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4371926"},{"teacherId":4954752,"projectId":9220340,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for supporting my class. My students are not only using but enjoying the new flexible seating options for our class. Students use them to get their wiggles out and to be more comfortable while learning. Everyday we do something called 'Stamina Reading' wherein children find a comfortable place to read for as long as they can without becoming distracted. Having comfortable options like the new floor pillows and bouncy stools makes this time even better. I notice students are able to quickly start and sustain their reading with these comfortable options. \r\n On a personal note, I know there are many places and ways you can spend your money. It means so much that you thought to send supplies to a class of students you may or may not know. These supplies will also benefit future classes! These stools and pillows will be here as long as I am teaching, making each generation of students feel comfortable in their space, which ultimately means they will learn more.","fullyFundedDate":1748894792524,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-first-grade-help-our-class-bala/9220340/","projectTitle":"Flexible First Grade Help Our Class Balance, Move, and Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wittlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4954752_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510011863878","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4954752"},{"teacherId":9679585,"projectId":9457624,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support and generous donation of Eyewords to start my second year in kindergarten! We started using the words in a game of four corners, and the students had so much fun! I post a word in four different areas of the room, and the students move from word/corner as one student counts and covers his/her eyes. Then that student keeps his/her eyes covered and calls out an Eyeword that is posted in a corner. All the students in that corner then sit down. Play continues as students move to a new corner and one guesses where they are standing to get them out of the game. \r\n\r\nAnother way we have added it to our room is by posting one word on our door along with letters that we are learning. As students enter the room they can point to the sight word and letters to read. It's a quick way for me to hear students and check in with each during the week after I greet them in the morning or as they enter the room after breaks.\r\n\r\nAnother game we play is Around the World to practice letters, but I will be adding some words now too. One student stands near a seated student and a card is put under the camera for all to see on the screen. The one that says the word first moves on to the next student to play. I will be adding these words into our game as we play. Students are building up their foundational skills, and the game is a fun addition to our day! We also use Play-Doh, blocks, dot markers, and dry erase markers to practice writing/making letters and words. We will be using sand trays this week! Thank you for this wonderful resource to help students build connections and practice. Later this year I will be working on adding sight word readers and leveled text for students to practice their reading.","fullyFundedDate":1752526049845,"projectUrl":"project/look-eyewords-for-little-learners/9457624/","projectTitle":"Look! Eyewords for Little Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mooney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9679585_orig.jpg?crop=416,416,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751090060043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9679585"},{"teacherId":9679585,"projectId":9438004,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support and generous donation of filler bin resources to start my second year in kindergarten! I have already set up a few bins to connect to students' interests and our learning in math and reading to start the year. I am excited for students to have these opportunities to learn in other ways, have choices, and to explore with these bins. \r\n\r\nEach time a new resource is introduced to the students I share that it was donated by someone that cares about our learning. We talk about how to use items for learning and where to put them away. We talk about why it's important to take care of them so we can keep using them to help us learn and play. I am excited to now incorporate sensory bins into our learning and their school day. They are both engaging and calming for my students. They have been very popular too! I am excited to create more bins with these resources as the year continues!","fullyFundedDate":1752029248951,"projectUrl":"project/fantastic-fillers-for-little-learners-s/9438004/","projectTitle":"Fantastic Fillers for Little Learners' Sensory Bins","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mooney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9679585_orig.jpg?crop=416,416,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751090060043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9679585"},{"teacherId":9679585,"projectId":9437978,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support and generous donation of fall themed literature to start my second year in kindergarten! The students love listening to read alouds and learning! These books are also out for students to reread and look through while we learn. We will have different apple and pumpkin activities, and these books will help build connections for young readers. Students know that new themes or new books will be found on the special rack near our morning message or in a giant basket in the classroom library.\r\n\r\nWe have started the year with our ABC Bootcamp, but we are now ready for Fall! I am excited to read these books along with our upcoming apple tasting and graphing project. We also will be decorating pumpkins and creating a writing project. These books will help motivate and inspire students to create and learn. I am excited to have these new books to help students build connections and enjoy reading!\r\n\r\nEach time a new book is introduced to the students I share that it was donated by someone that cares about our learning. We talk about the parts of a book, and students help select a book for me to read aloud to the class. We talk about the differences between fiction and nonfiction books. We also have \"Big Buddies\" that come to visit the room to help support literacy skills and will read stories to different students too. Thank you for your support and providing these wonderful books!","fullyFundedDate":1752029249032,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-for-little-learners-fall/9437978/","projectTitle":"Literacy for Little Learners: Fall","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mooney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9679585_orig.jpg?crop=416,416,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751090060043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9679585"},{"teacherId":9679585,"projectId":9458410,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support and generous donation of math resources to start my second year in kindergarten! We are using songs to help build some math skills but the hands-on resources will help students understand concepts with ongoing practice and reinforcement. We have been using the hundreds grid mats to start counting, number recognition, and develop routines. Students are passing out supplies and collecting them when we finish. The students were very excited to get a math mat of their own! We have started using Chutes and Ladders, and students are beginning to play in a small group. It has been rewarding to see them work together and share. Students are having fun playing while learning!\r\n\r\nEach time a new resource is introduced to the students I share that it was donated by someone that cares about our learning. We talk about how to use items for learning and where to put them away. We talk about why it's important to take care of them so we can keep using them to help us learn and play. I am excited to use these resources with students to build strong math skills. I will continue to incorporate these resources into lessons. As the year progresses I look forward to building a stronger classroom library to support math concepts and skills through picture books.\r\n\r\nThank you for the support and helping us start the year off strong!","fullyFundedDate":1756483407095,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-have-math-minds/9458410/","projectTitle":"Little Learners Have Math Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mooney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9679585_orig.jpg?crop=416,416,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751090060043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9679585"},{"teacherId":9679585,"projectId":9438023,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support and generous donation of games to start my second year in kindergarten! We have been using the games to build a community and learn together. We have wonderful fifth graders that helped introduce different board games to help us learn the rules to play and help us take turns while learning to play in groups. Students are now beginning to play the games in small groups on their own while others work on other learning skills. It has been rewarding to see them work together and share. Students are having fun playing while learning how to work together!\r\n\r\nEach time a new game is introduced to the students I share that it was donated by someone that cares about our learning. We talk about how to use items for learning and where to put them away. We talk about why it's important to take care of them so we can keep using them to help us learn and play. We will use outdoor games to develop gross motor skills while playing and learning to use outdoor spaces. These games and play help give them a fun way to engage with one another while building their stamina for learning and a soon to be longer school day. As the year progresses I look forward to building a stronger classroom library to support reading skills as we develop as readers. \r\n\r\nThank you for the support and helping us start the year off strong!","fullyFundedDate":1752029248964,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-love-games/9438023/","projectTitle":"Little Learners Love Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mooney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9679585_orig.jpg?crop=416,416,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751090060043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9679585"},{"teacherId":9679585,"projectId":9470401,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support and generous donation of school supplies to start my second year in kindergarten! I used the magnets to create a welcoming door that is used to check in with each student daily. We have created a routine to help students recognize their name and learn the beginning sounds of their name and share if they need a lunch from school or brought one from home using their individual name magnet that is decorated. To start the year students used a group caddie at each table with donated supplies such as glue, pencils, crayons, and Play-Doh. They are now beginning to create individual pencil boxes to keep their own supplies such as donated pencils, glue sticks, dry erase markers, and erasers to build more independence and responsibility.\r\n\r\nWe also are using the popsicle sticks and paper bags to assist in learning letters and sounds by building crafts and puppets for each letter to take home after a new letter is introduced. Students are enjoying creating their own puppets with sticks or bags and use them for singing along with songs as well. They are developing their fine motor skills daily by coloring and cutting with donated scissors and crayons. Students love making puppets and have fun using their imagination while playing with them too.\r\n\r\nEach time I use a new donated item with the students I share that it was donated by someone that cares about our learning. We talk about how to use items for learning and where to put them away. We talk about why it's important to take care of them so we can keep using them to help us learn. They love the highlighters to identify letters in our morning message that I post on the wall or to find letters on their own. I will be working on creating their individual homework books soon! Also I am looking forward to building a stronger classroom library to support reading skills as we develop as readers.\r\n\r\nThank you for the support and helping us start the year off strong!","fullyFundedDate":1753981124426,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies-support-little-learners/9470401/","projectTitle":"School Supplies Support Little Learners' Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mooney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9679585_orig.jpg?crop=416,416,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751090060043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9679585"},{"teacherId":9679585,"projectId":8663740,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our classroom. Each day the students benefited from the new lighting the covers provided in the room. Students could focus while doing independent work, working in a group, during whole class instruction, and of course, during play time. Students loved the cloud and sky covers and reacted with joy as they entered the room and noticed the change for the first time. I finished my first year in kindergarten after teaching 22 years and loved it! Now that I have finished the year, I will be working on developing more in depth units for next year's students. I will be focusing on integrating even more experiences and learning with sensory themed bins, literature, and games (indoor and outside). Thank you for helping make my first year in kinder a success!","fullyFundedDate":1731564023745,"projectUrl":"project/light-covers-for-little-learners/8663740/","projectTitle":"Light Covers for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mooney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9679585_orig.jpg?crop=416,416,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751090060043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9679585"},{"teacherId":4371926,"projectId":6910744,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of thin markers and colored pencils to our 5th-grade classroom! The moment the supplies arrived, my students were filled with excitement and couldn't wait to start using them. These fresh, vibrant materials have already brought so much energy and creativity into our daily lessons, from colorful posters in social studies to detailed diagrams in science.\r\n\r\nHaving access to quality art supplies makes a big difference in how students engage with their learning. With your donation, every student now has the tools they need to express their ideas clearly and confidently. It has also allowed me to incorporate more hands-on, visual learning activities, which helps reach students with different learning styles. \r\n\r\nYour kindness and support have made our classroom a brighter and more inspiring place to learn. Thank you for helping us build a space where creativity, confidence, and curiosity can grow. 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