{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"San Pedro Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":21.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3693780,"projectId":9692469,"letterContent":"Words cannot begin to express how grateful I am for your donations! I am so excited for my students to have new and accessible books to add to their independent reading book bags. I know these books will make a huge impact on my students access to books and to help them develop a deep love of reading. \r\n\r\nMy students have also loved using their new seat sacks. The seat sacks are large enough to hold all of their reading materials and notebooks for each subject. The seat sacks also help teach my students organizational skills and how to be responsible for their own materials. \r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1760761336080,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-library-level-up/9692469/","projectTitle":"Classroom Library Level-Up","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clough","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3693780_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537746569586","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3693780"},{"teacherId":8698281,"projectId":9660568,"letterContent":"We want to extend our deepest gratitude for your incredible kindness and support. Your contributions have had a truly transformative effect, making our wellness center a safe, nurturing, and much-loved sanctuary for our students. The center is open and used by all our students at our school. It is because of your commitment that we have been able to create an environment specifically designed to support the holistic well-being of every student who walks through our doors.\r\n\r\nThe items you funded are being utilized daily to enhance critical emotional and physical health practices. Our counseling lessons are now enriched with new emotional regulation books, providing our students with essential tools and language for managing their feelings effectively. Furthermore, the inclusion of healthy snacks is a particularly vital resource; by offering nutritious alternatives, we are able to model and encourage better dietary habits in an environment often saturated with less healthy options. This thoughtful provision addresses a fundamental need and directly contributes to their ability to focus and thrive.\r\n\r\nPerhaps one of the most effective yet subtle changes is the addition of comfortable pillows for our group work. These items facilitate a beautiful transition during our circle time, allowing students to move away from rigid tables and join their peers and counselors at eye level. This simple act fosters a greater sense of connection, equality, and intimacy, making those moments of sharing and learning more impactful. Thank you again for investing in our students' mental, emotional, and physical health—you are making a lasting difference in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1760761336294,"projectUrl":"project/wellness-and-healing/9660568/","projectTitle":"Wellness and Healing!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Paty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8698281_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724600289557","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8698281"},{"teacherId":9782323,"projectId":9633915,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for having donated to my class project. The goal was to have my students become more familiarized and accustomed to technology in the classroom and I think it has been a great success. Many of the tools that we have used they have found intriguing and are becoming more familiarized with them. This ranges to them giving presentations to demonstrating in front of the classroom. Along with more simple tools such as the fancy digital clock. With the way technology is progressing I think it is crucial for students to be exposed and gain technology literacy at an early age. I am very grateful for your contributions.","fullyFundedDate":1756664764916,"projectUrl":"project/technology-in-the-classroom/9633915/","projectTitle":"Technology in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Solis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9782323"},{"teacherId":9782323,"projectId":9393587,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contributions this year that helped fund my class project. During these trying times many students have had high emotional needs and every little bit has helped. It may seem small in impact but the books, fidgets, and weighted therapy tools have really helped my students reacclimate to the classroom during high stress emotional periods. \r\n\r\nMany of my students have had periods of intensive stress and require breaks so that they can recenter themselves and continue to thrive in our learning environment. And these tools have definitely made a difference. I am incredibly grateful for all you have done and the difference you have helped make.","fullyFundedDate":1754451299526,"projectUrl":"project/a-caring-classroom-tools-for-emotional/9393587/","projectTitle":"A Caring Classroom: Tools for Emotional Wellness and Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Solis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9782323"},{"teacherId":9338716,"projectId":9596384,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom finally has access to a color printer — and it's made such a difference in how my students learn and engage with their work! Many people use printers at home for simple tasks, but in our classroom, this technology has become a vibrant teaching tool that brings lessons to life in ways black-and-white copies never could.\r\n\r\nColor has helped my students better visualize key concepts across subjects. In reading, colorful anchor charts and story maps make it easier for students to follow along and retain details. In math and science, charts, graphs, and diagrams printed in color help students make clearer connections between ideas. Even classroom displays and student projects look more polished and professional, which gives my students a real sense of pride in their work.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our learning environment feels brighter, more engaging, and more inspiring. Thank you for helping us transform ordinary lessons into something truly colorful and exciting!","fullyFundedDate":1755701580442,"projectUrl":"project/because-learning-shouldnt-be-in-black-a/9596384/","projectTitle":"Because Learning Shouldn't Be in Black and White","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9338716_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721328536060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9338716"},{"teacherId":9338716,"projectId":9416837,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our third-grade classroom! Your generous contribution brought new energy and excitement to our Local History unit. Because of your kindness, my students were able to explore our community's past in meaningful and hands-on ways.\r\n\r\nThe basket weaving kit allowed students to experience a traditional craft firsthand. As they worked together to weave their own baskets, they developed fine motor skills, patience, and a deep appreciation for the artistry and resourcefulness of the people who came before us. Many students proudly shared their finished baskets at home, sparking family conversations about local culture and heritage.\r\n\r\nThe new books became instant favorites in our classroom library. They helped us connect historical events and local landmarks to the lives of real people—farmers, builders, artists, and leaders who shaped our community. Students who were previously hesitant readers were drawn in by the vivid stories and illustrations.\r\n\r\nFinally, the diorama figurines helped bring history to life! Students used them to create detailed models of early settlements and important local scenes. These projects encouraged creativity and teamwork while reinforcing lessons about geography, culture, and daily life in our region's past.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students didn't just learn about local history—they experienced it. Your support helped them see themselves as part of a larger story and gave them a deeper sense of pride in their community.","fullyFundedDate":1757883682674,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-native-american-history-to-life/9416837/","projectTitle":"Bringing Native American History to Life in the Third Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9338716_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721328536060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9338716"},{"teacherId":5521968,"projectId":9597653,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, my students now have access to a wonderful collection of new read-aloud books. Each story captures their imagination and keeps them excited to listen, think, and share. It's amazing to see how engaged they are — leaning in, predicting what will happen next, and connecting the stories to their own lives.\r\n\r\nThese books have given us the perfect opportunity to work on listening comprehension, vocabulary development, and oral language skills in meaningful ways. My multilingual learners especially benefit from hearing rich language read aloud and discussing new words in context. Our class conversations have become more thoughtful, and students are gaining confidence expressing their ideas.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly helped create a community of curious, motivated readers. Thank you for believing in my students and for helping them grow through the joy of great books!","fullyFundedDate":1755701580259,"projectUrl":"project/opening-doors-with-stories/9597653/","projectTitle":"Opening Doors with Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gemma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5521968_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533411776151","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5521968"},{"teacherId":5521968,"projectId":9620632,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our new color printer has made a huge difference for my students. With recent funding cuts, teachers at our school no longer had access to color printing, which made it difficult to create engaging and effective learning materials. Now, with this printer, we can bring lessons to life again — especially for multilingual learners who benefit so much from seeing vivid, meaningful visuals alongside text.\r\n\r\nHaving the ability to print in color has allowed me to create bright vocabulary pictures, illustrated pictures, and colorful decodable books that help students connect print to meaning. For many of my students, these visuals are essential for developing language and comprehension. They're now more eager to read, interact with new words, and take ownership of their learning. This gift has made learning more accessible and joyful for every student. Thank you so much. It means the world to me.","fullyFundedDate":1755701580601,"projectUrl":"project/making-learning-pop-with-color/9620632/","projectTitle":"Making Learning Pop with Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gemma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5521968_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533411776151","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5521968"},{"teacherId":9338716,"projectId":9416839,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for supporting our pollinator garden project! Because of your generosity, our classroom—and truly, our entire school—has been transformed in the most beautiful and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donations, we received soil, garden beds, gloves, shovels, butterfly nets, benches, and a variety of pollinator-friendly flowers. My third graders were so excited to dig in—literally! They took great pride in planting, watering, and caring for our garden, and it has quickly become one of their favorite places to be. They are constantly on the lookout for new caterpillars and butterflies, and they've learned so much about the lifecycle of monarchs and the vital role pollinators play in our ecosystem.\r\n\r\nThe garden has grown into more than just a science learning space—it's become a sanctuary. We now have monarch chrysalises hanging in several spots, with students from all grade levels stopping by to check in and watch them closely, eagerly awaiting the moment they hatch. The benches you helped fund offer a peaceful place to sit, reflect, or just enjoy nature, and our therapy dog often visits to sit with anxious students who find comfort and calm in the garden's quiet beauty.\r\n\r\nThis project has sparked curiosity, inspired compassion, and brought so much joy to our school community. Thank you for making this possible. You didn't just give us supplies—you gave us a living, breathing space that nurtures growth in every sense of the word.","fullyFundedDate":1754451299383,"projectUrl":"project/the-kindness-garden-where-kids-grow-and/9416839/","projectTitle":"The Kindness Garden: Where Kids Grow and Pollinators Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9338716_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721328536060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9338716"},{"teacherId":2436986,"projectId":9429934,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the materials, their eyes lit up with excitement. They were especially thrilled with all the engaging materials for math and reading. There were so many \"oohs\" and \"aahs\" as they looked through their tote bags, and the initial reaction was pure joy and curiosity. This initial excitement has carried over into how they're using the materials both in class and at home. It's truly incredible to see their enthusiasm for learning extend beyond the school day.\r\n\r\nThe take-home tote bags have been an incredible hit when they were handed out on Back to School Night. One of my favorite moments was when a student, usually very shy about math, came back on Monday and couldn't wait to tell me their teacher how they used their materials. This project has already transformed learning from a classroom-only activity into a fun, collaborative experience for the entire family. We hope to continue to send home materials and games to be played with their materials at different times during the year.","fullyFundedDate":1754451299694,"projectUrl":"project/take-home-learning-kits-for-math-liter/9429934/","projectTitle":"Take-Home Learning Kits for Math & Literacy Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Todd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2436986"},{"teacherId":9736020,"projectId":9142869,"letterContent":"Thank you SO much for your donations that allowed me to finish off my first year teaching full of endless joy! My students were thrilled to have more options for indoor recess and choice time. The marble run was a clear favorite, with over half the class playing with it the first time it was taken out! The magnet tiles, Mancala, and Uno were the next favorites. \r\n\r\nIn addition, the sunflower cushions proved to be popular, with students opting to sit on them on the carpet during independent work time or reading time. When they were not being used during independent work, the sunflower cushions served to make our peace place a more warm and welcoming place. The basket allowed a single place for peace place items to be organized at the end of the day. Students took great pride in taking care of their classroom. \r\n\r\nLastly, the prizes were an amazing end of year celebration and motivator for students. Every day in May students would ask me when the class store would open, and by June they could not wait any longer. They practiced their math skills when counting their class money and budgeted to afford the prizes they wanted. The stress balls were a favorite, along with the marbles and stickers, but everything was a hit! I have leftovers, and am so happy that this project will bring joy for another class of students as we begin the next school year. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1746501113029,"projectUrl":"project/indoor-activities-classroom-prizes/9142869/","projectTitle":"Indoor Activities & Classroom Prizes!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Urbina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9736020_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y123&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725824036015","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-urbinas-class"},{"teacherId":9006838,"projectId":8853182,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to the reading success of my students. It was an amazing year filled with so much reading growth. I couldn't have done it without your support. Watching kids learn how to read is a beautiful thing to witness and gives them so much more access to the world around them! Students have gained a love for learning and new skills to help them soar! Thank you for providing interesting and diverse books that were engaging for all students. \r\nWith so much gratitude, \r\nMs. Conlan","fullyFundedDate":1727979005070,"projectUrl":"project/reading-for-success/8853182/","projectTitle":"Reading for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Conlan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9006838_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1681171146580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9006838"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4322","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":497,"numTeachers":17,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":99,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"29.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":78.7,"schoolId":4322,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about San Pedro Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"San Pedro Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/san-rafael-city-elementary-school-district/san-pedro-elementary-school/4322"}