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They are excited to look for changes all the time. \r\n\r\nYour generous donations have brought beauty to our playground, a wonderful learning experience about plants & pollinators, and given my students practice caring for living things.","fullyFundedDate":1758383622665,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-garden-dreams/9508819/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Garden Dreams","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wasson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1493270_orig.jpg?crop=1663,1663,x0,y315&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583469351150","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wasson"},{"teacherId":4083864,"projectId":9565354,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our button-making project. The Happizza Button Making Machine has arrived, and my students are already buzzing with excitement! They've begun turning their artwork, science ideas, and classroom messages into real buttons they can proudly wear and share.\r\n\r\nThis tool has opened up new opportunities for creative expression, hands-on STEM learning, and student voice. It's amazing to see their ideas come to life in a tangible way, boosting both confidence and engagement.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful to our Anonymous Classroom Supporter and every donor who made this possible. Your kindness is already making a big impact in our classroom! 🎨🔧💛","fullyFundedDate":1757423338932,"projectUrl":"project/push-the-button-on-creativity/9565354/","projectTitle":"Push the Button on Creativity!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hurst","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4083864_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553711132130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristen-hurst"},{"teacherId":4083864,"projectId":9420419,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our puppet project. The hand puppets have already arrived, and my students are absolutely thrilled! These new materials are helping us explore emotions, storytelling, and science in joyful and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nWith the puppets, students are building confidence as they express feelings through characters, practice social skills, and engage in imaginative play. They're also using the insect and animal puppets to act out pollination and other science concepts, making abstract ideas hands-on and easy to understand.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a real difference in both our learning and our classroom community. We are so grateful! 🐝💛","fullyFundedDate":1754623599061,"projectUrl":"project/from-pollen-to-peace-puppets-that-teach/9420419/","projectTitle":"From Pollen to Peace: Puppets That Teach and Heal","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hurst","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4083864_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553711132130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristen-hurst"},{"teacherId":4083864,"projectId":9556991,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our project. The supplies have arrived, and my students are already excited to dive in!\r\n\r\nThe kneaded erasers, stencils, craft wire, crayon sharpener, and block printing kit are giving our young artists new ways to explore, experiment, and express themselves. These materials are helping students build confidence, try new techniques, and feel like true creators in our art room.\r\n\r\nYour support has made an immediate and meaningful impact, and we are so grateful. Thank you for helping our classroom shine with creativity!","fullyFundedDate":1755802380374,"projectUrl":"project/creative-tools-for-bold-young-artists/9556991/","projectTitle":"Creative Tools for Bold Young Artists!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hurst","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4083864_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553711132130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristen-hurst"},{"teacherId":1493270,"projectId":9313898,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for contributing to our Peaceful Minds, Ready to Learn project. We have been able to provide access to self regulation tools like sand timers for calm waiting, bean bags for flexible seating and emotion charts with Spot of Emotion plush toys. These items are used by many students every day. They are key in helping young learners manage big feelings. \r\nWe are also loving our tempera paint cakes for watercolor painting. This is a wonderful way for students to focus their minds through creative expression. And our class absolutely loves using play-doh to reset after recess. The sensory input gives them a chance to refocus for learning. Thanks to you, our class has the tools needed to practice mindful, self regulation.","fullyFundedDate":1746622543064,"projectUrl":"project/peaceful-minds-ready-to-learn/9313898/","projectTitle":"Peaceful Minds, Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wasson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1493270_orig.jpg?crop=1663,1663,x0,y315&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583469351150","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wasson"},{"teacherId":4934072,"projectId":9277890,"letterContent":"The students have been enjoying our new classroom materials, creating amazing projects in art, science, and math! The new classroom materials have brought a great deal of excitement and creativity into our learning. In art, we've been able to explore different tools and supplies that help us express our ideas in colorful and unique ways. We especially love the paint pens!! Everyone has been proud to share their work, and it's inspiring to see how each project reflects our individual personalities and imagination. The fresh materials make our classroom feel even more welcoming and fun, and they encourage everyone to find their inner artist. \r\n\r\nThe artwork is displayed in the classroom, the main hallway on campus, and in the library, allowing many people to enjoy it. This is huge for student voice and encourages others on campus to be more creative as well.\r\n\r\nIn science and math, the new supplies have helped kids bring lessons to life through hands-on projects. They've built creations with Model Magic as a culminating event to display in the MOCCA (Museum of Carver Coyote Art) in our library. Working together with these materials not only makes them better problem-solvers but also helps them understand how what they learn in class and how it connects to the real world. Every project feels like an opportunity to explore, create, and discover something new.","fullyFundedDate":1746022534565,"projectUrl":"project/the-library-gallery-bringing-our-school/9277890/","projectTitle":"The Library Gallery: Bringing Our School Community Together Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maddox","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4934072_orig.png?crop=253,253,x22,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742348121326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4934072"},{"teacherId":4083864,"projectId":9239929,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project! Because of your generosity, my students now have the tools they need to become young scientists, advocates, and change-makers in the fight against urban heat islands.\r\n\r\nWith the thermal imaging camera, students are collecting real temperature data from our schoolyard, learning to identify patterns and understand the science behind climate change and heat distribution. They're seeing firsthand how shaded vs. unshaded areas, paved surfaces, and greenery affect the temperature, and they're using that data to make a case for change.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this meaningful, hands-on learning experience possible. Your support is helping students understand real-world challenges and become part of the solution.","fullyFundedDate":1744141483119,"projectUrl":"project/using-thermal-imaging-to-tackle-heat-isl/9239929/","projectTitle":"Using Thermal Imaging to Tackle Heat Islands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hurst","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4083864_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553711132130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristen-hurst"},{"teacherId":4083864,"projectId":9319236,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! Because of your generosity, we'll now be able to preserve our insect specimens using epoxy resin, turning them into durable, hands-on learning tools for years to come.\r\n\r\nThis will allow students to safely explore insects up close, encouraging observation, classification, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world. Your support helps bring real-world science into our classroom in a way that's exciting, interactive, and unforgettable.\r\n\r\nWe're so grateful for your help in turning curiosity into discovery. Thank you for making a lasting impact on our young scientists!","fullyFundedDate":1746803564687,"projectUrl":"project/forever-bugs-preserving-insects-for-you/9319236/","projectTitle":"Forever Bugs: Preserving Insects for Young Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hurst","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4083864_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553711132130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristen-hurst"},{"teacherId":4083864,"projectId":9048348,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project! Because of your generosity, my students will now have the opportunity to explore sewing, both by hand and with a machine, as a new artistic medium.\r\n\r\nThis project will allow them to add texture, pattern, and dimension to their artwork using thread and stitches alongside watercolors, prints, and other traditional art forms. Many of my students love working with their hands, and this gives them an exciting new way to express themselves creatively.\r\n\r\nYour support means a lot and is helping to inspire a new level of curiosity and creativity in our classroom. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746206202411,"projectUrl":"project/sewing-creativity-into-our-art/9048348/","projectTitle":"Sewing Creativity into Our Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hurst","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4083864_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553711132130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristen-hurst"},{"teacherId":1493270,"projectId":9204055,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to help us continue our practice of mindfulness in the classroom. Because of your thoughtfulness, we are able to have more choices for this hugely important part of our day. Your donations have been used to practice self-expression, emotional regulation and relaxation. \r\n\r\nThe watercolor pencils were introduced as special pencils to carefully draw something beautiful. The activity was quiet until water was introduced! They were amazed to see their drawings become paintings! The sensory toys are also a favorite as we're calming down after outside activities.","fullyFundedDate":1742963605258,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-practice-mindfulness/9204055/","projectTitle":"Help Us Practice Mindfulness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wasson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1493270_orig.jpg?crop=1663,1663,x0,y315&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583469351150","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wasson"},{"teacherId":9241994,"projectId":9089060,"letterContent":"The students are enjoying the wellness fitness items they received. We created an obstacle course, and they participated every Wednesday for 16 weeks. They loved it and even expressed a desire to do it more than once a week. They are excited for the next school year to see what we have planned for them.\r\n\r\nWe asked each student what they liked about the obstacle course, and some of their responses were, \"I know how to jump rope now,\" and \"I love doing the in-and-out with the ladders.\" Their initial times started at 5 minutes and 34 seconds, and by the end, they had improved to 4 minutes and 13 seconds—a significant improvement!\r\n\r\nA total of 27 students completed the obstacle course challenge. Many students are eager to sign up for the new school year in August 2026. They can't wait!\r\nSincerely,\r\nCarver Coyote Wellness Program","fullyFundedDate":1740182905697,"projectUrl":"project/obstacles-are-opportunities-for-being-an/9089060/","projectTitle":"Obstacles Are Opportunities for Being and Doing Better","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Price","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9241994_orig.jpg?crop=1003,1003,x0,y687&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755035066138","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9241994"},{"teacherId":9210114,"projectId":9035567,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind donations. Before we receive the materials, the classroom was a mess almost every day, and the kids lacked the necessary equipment to clean up their classroom. The students weren't motivated and they didn't see a reason to. with the help of your donation we were able to teach the students in our room the importance of cleaning up after themselves. Students became passionate about their learning environment. Using tools like vacuums and brooms. Organizing the learning environment with colorful tape and brightening classroom with posters.\r\n\r\nThank you again for everything that you've done for for our classroom community. I truly believe these students learn the value of being organized to better their learning. Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1741121835781,"projectUrl":"project/help-make-a-classroom-cleaner-and-organi/9035567/","projectTitle":"Help Make a Classroom Cleaner and Organized!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Delgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9210114_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736289904007","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9210114"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_37467","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":174,"numTeachers":8,"percentFrplEligible":91,"percentAsian":12,"percentBlack":13,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":63,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"21.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":73.7,"schoolId":37467,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Carver Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Carver Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/san-diego-unified-school-district/carver-elementary-school/37467"}