{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Alamo Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":12.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5797991,"projectId":9597605,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of headphones with microphones for our 4th grade classroom! Your kindness and support mean so much to us and will make a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experiences. These headphones will help students stay focused, reduce distractions, and participate more confidently in classroom activities. The built-in microphones will also allow students to communicate clearly during online learning activities, digital assignments, and projects that involve speaking and listening.\r\n\r\nYour donation helps us create a classroom environment where every student has the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed. By providing these headphones, you are helping us meet the diverse needs of our learners, build student independence, and make learning more accessible and engaging. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and for investing in the success of our students. Thank you for being a part of our classroom community and helping our fourth graders reach their full potential!","fullyFundedDate":1758821324861,"projectUrl":"project/our-voice-matters/9597605/","projectTitle":"Our Voice Matters","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5797991_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535759229949","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5797991"},{"teacherId":10580829,"projectId":10496202,"letterContent":"We have cracked open the new lap desks and the kids LOVE them! They love the colors and the various ways they can use them. They have the space to stay organized with their sign in codes, chromebooks, headphones with these desks and they can sit comfortably around the classroom and the hallway to get their work done. We will be using these daily and the kids are so excited to have them! Thank you so much for making their assignments easier to complete and keep these kiddos responsible and organized with their items.","fullyFundedDate":1789651090909,"projectUrl":"project/lap-tables-for-a-flexible-space/10496202/","projectTitle":"Lap Tables for a Flexible Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ichiyasu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10580829_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y655&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786128219651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-ichiyasu"},{"teacherId":5797991,"projectId":10541362,"letterContent":"Noise-canceling headphones have made a meaningful difference in our 4th grade classroom by helping students stay focused, feel comfortable, and do their best learning. Our classroom is a busy place filled with discussions, group activities, and the everyday sounds of learning. While these experiences are important, background noise can sometimes make it difficult for students to concentrate, follow directions, or complete assignments. Noise-canceling headphones help reduce these distractions and create a calmer learning environment where students can focus on the task at hand.\r\n\r\nThese headphones are especially helpful for students who are easily distracted by noise, feel overwhelmed in a busy environment, or need extra support with attention and self-regulation. By reducing background noise, students can work more independently, manage their emotions, and feel more confident in their ability to succeed. Having access to headphones also allows us to better meet the diverse needs of our learners and provide a classroom environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive.\r\n\r\nThe impact of noise-canceling headphones goes beyond simply making the classroom quieter. They help create a more inclusive, supportive, and student-centered learning environment where children feel understood and equipped with the tools they need to succeed. By providing this resource, we are investing in our students' academic growth, emotional well-being, and overall success. Every child deserves the opportunity to learn in an environment where they can feel comfortable, stay engaged, and reach their full potential.","fullyFundedDate":1787873502332,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-students-find-their-focus/10541362/","projectTitle":"Help Our Students Find Their Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5797991_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535759229949","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5797991"},{"teacherId":10580829,"projectId":10458128,"letterContent":"We received our new headphones in the mail last week and have begun to use them for completing our assignments. The kids were SO excited to finally have headphones that were comfortable for their ears and actually worked! No more screaming at Amira to do their assignments, no more repeating themselves over and over again. They are very satisfied with the new headphones and so am I. \r\nWe are so lucky that our trimester testing window starts in a couple of weeks, so the kids are able to use the headphones, test them out, and I'm able to make sure they work ahead of time. The students LOVE the colors of the headphones, it has been an awesome addition to our classroom supplies used every day.","fullyFundedDate":1789651089793,"projectUrl":"project/listen-learn-grow-headphones-for-stu/10458128/","projectTitle":"Listen, Learn & Grow: Headphones For Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ichiyasu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10580829_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y655&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786128219651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-ichiyasu"},{"teacherId":10580829,"projectId":10458293,"letterContent":"The students have been heavily using this space just as hoped. They know the signs of dealing with a big emotion and ask to use the quiet space corner to calm their bodies. Many have taken a liking to the fidgets placed on the shelf that was donated, along with the timers and weighted stuffies kept in this space. Many need the cuddles from the stuffies, and they really do a wonderful job helping the kids cope with their big feelings. \r\nWhen the students first saw the new shelf with fun items on them, they were shocked! I mentioned it would be a brand new space with different things, and they love it.","fullyFundedDate":1787706984128,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-spot-to-feel-better/10458293/","projectTitle":"A Little Spot to Feel Better","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ichiyasu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10580829_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y655&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786128219651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-ichiyasu"},{"teacherId":5797991,"projectId":9326213,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our classroom with a set of The Giver by Lois Lowry. Your generosity gives every student the opportunity to have their own copy, participate fully in our reading community, and experience this powerful story together. Having a class set makes it possible for us to explore the book in greater depth and create meaningful learning experiences for all students.\r\n\r\n Through _The Giver_, students will develop reading comprehension, vocabulary, critical-thinking, and discussion skills while exploring important themes such as individuality, choices, memories, community, and freedom. In our classroom, reading includes whole-class read-alouds, partner and small-group discussions, independent reading, and opportunities to make connections between the text and students' own ideas and experiences. Students will also practice using evidence from the text to support their thinking and opinions.\r\n\r\n Our students who sometimes find reading challenging are especially benefiting from having a shared class text that we can explore together. At the same time, strong and enthusiastic readers enjoy digging deeper into the characters, asking thoughtful questions, and discussing the book's bigger ideas. Your donation helps us create a classroom where every student can see themselves as a reader. Thank you for making this learning experience possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746715801190,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-a-conversation/9326213/","projectTitle":"Reading is a Conversation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5797991_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535759229949","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5797991"},{"teacherId":2453550,"projectId":9982120,"letterContent":"The new Analog Adventures materials, including Murdle puzzles, Mad Libs, and detective stories, have been a huge hit in our classroom, especially during testing season when students benefit from engaging, low-stress activities that still build important academic skills. These materials help strengthen reading comprehension, critical thinking, inference, vocabulary, logic, problem-solving, and attention to detail. Students are learning how to gather clues, make predictions, analyze information, and explain their reasoning while having fun and staying motivated. Mad Libs have also helped students practice parts of speech and sentence structure in a playful and memorable way.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom looks interactive, collaborative, and student-centered. Students often work independently, with partners, or in small groups to solve mysteries, discuss clues, and share ideas. It has been wonderful to watch students who may not always gravitate toward traditional reading activities become deeply engaged with these books and games. Some students who struggle with focus during testing season have especially enjoyed the detective-style activities because they feel like a challenge or game rather than \"work.\" Other students have loved reading clues aloud dramatically and working together to solve the mysteries. These resources have created excitement around reading while helping students strengthen important literacy and reasoning skills in meaningful ways.","fullyFundedDate":1773876576122,"projectUrl":"project/analog-adventures/9982120/","projectTitle":"Analog Adventures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2453550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686104067550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msyolandalee"},{"teacherId":2453550,"projectId":9960913,"letterContent":"Our students have been using the new sports equipment daily during PE, recess, and structured team-building activities. One memorable moment was watching students work together during relay races and cooperative games, encouraging one another and celebrating each other's successes. When the students first saw the equipment, they were cheering, smiling, and immediately asking when they could use everything. Many students who are usually hesitant to participate in sports activities became excited and more confident because there were so many new options available.\r\n\r\nThese resources have also helped support lessons focused on teamwork, communication, sportsmanship, and healthy habits. Moving forward, students will continue building their coordination, cooperation, and problem-solving skills through group challenges and fitness activities. We are also planning more structured games and stations that allow students to practice leadership and teamwork in fun, active ways. We are so thankful to our donors for helping create positive and engaging experiences for our students every day.","fullyFundedDate":1775764285442,"projectUrl":"project/play-with-purpose/9960913/","projectTitle":"Play with Purpose","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2453550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686104067550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msyolandalee"},{"teacherId":2453550,"projectId":10118766,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of LEGOs and building plates to our classroom! Our students were incredibly excited to see the new materials and immediately began creating, building, and collaborating together. The building plates have made an especially big difference by allowing students to create larger and more detailed projects.\r\n\r\nYour donation supports so much more than play. Students are practicing creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and perseverance while engaging in hands-on learning experiences. We are so grateful for your kindness and support. Your generosity has brought so much joy and excitement to our classroom community. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1778060240179,"projectUrl":"project/building-community-brick-by-brick/10118766/","projectTitle":"Building Community Brick by Brick","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2453550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686104067550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msyolandalee"},{"teacherId":2453550,"projectId":9960886,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of classroom fidgets. These tools are being used daily to support focus, self-regulation, and learning. During lessons and independent work time, students choose fidgets that help them stay calm and engaged, especially during longer reading and writing blocks.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the fidgets, they were excited and curious, and we took time to practice using them responsibly. Moving forward, students will continue using fidgets as part of our calm classroom routines, helping them manage emotions, stay focused, and build independence. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1766175461166,"projectUrl":"project/calm-minds-ready-learners/9960886/","projectTitle":"Calm Minds, Ready Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2453550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686104067550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msyolandalee"},{"teacherId":2453550,"projectId":9960926,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of writing pens for our classroom. We are using them daily during Writer's Workshop, and they have already made a big difference. One memorable moment was during a personal narrative lesson, when students eagerly revised their drafts, adding details and improving endings with confidence and focus.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new pens, they were excited and proud to use them, treating them like real author tools. Next, we'll continue using these pens as we move into opinion writing, peer editing, and publishing final pieces. Your support truly helps our students see themselves as writers.","fullyFundedDate":1766422626077,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-writers/9960926/","projectTitle":"Tools for Writers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2453550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686104067550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msyolandalee"},{"teacherId":2453550,"projectId":4282556,"letterContent":"Your generous donations directly support Learn, Laugh, and Play materials that make a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experiences. These resources help create engaging, hands-on opportunities that strengthen academic skills while keeping students motivated and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nThrough play-based learning tools, games, and flexible materials, students are able to collaborate, problem-solve, and build confidence in a joyful, low-pressure environment. Laughter and play help reduce stress, support social-emotional growth, and foster positive classroom relationships.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our classroom is a more welcoming, creative, and responsive space where every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. 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