{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Del Paso Heights Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":46.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":231656,"projectId":9162861,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our project for Food For Students. Your generosity helped us create meals for our students to take home. The students who face food insecurity on weekends, usually have to wait until Monday for a hot meal. Your donation allowed us to send home some shelf-stable meals that they were able to microwave. The students were grateful and looking forward to try new pasta dishes. We were also able to keep some quick bite snacks at school for days they showed up too late for breakfast.\r\nWe appreciate your kindness. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1746787024590,"projectUrl":"project/food-for-students/9162861/","projectTitle":"Food for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/231656"},{"teacherId":4199433,"projectId":9033366,"letterContent":"My classroom is enjoying having a calm place to get away from the loud learning of the day. With a classroom full of twenty students it can get very loud at times so having a space full of activities that they can go and relax is a big deal. \r\nThey love watching the movement of the tubs as the sparkles float around and down the tube. I have a student that goes there everyday as he know and has told me that its his calm place before he can start learning. Quiet areas are one of the most important areas in the classroom, thank you for supporting that.","fullyFundedDate":1746555009603,"projectUrl":"project/i-need-to-calm-down/9033366/","projectTitle":"I Need to Calm Down","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heather","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4199433_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594426061288","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4199433"},{"teacherId":4199433,"projectId":9034919,"letterContent":"Thank you for feeding my littles. They eat lunch at 10:30am and by the end of the day are so very hungry. I had one student ask me today when they were going to have snack as they were hungry. Itbis thanks to you and your support that I was able to tell them soon. \r\n\r\nThe students best part of their day is getting to enjoy their snack. They get to sit and talk with their friends. Enjoy a snack and best part they have a full belly on their way home. One of my parents was greatful for snack as their child rides the bus and it sometimes take thirty to fourty minutes to get home.","fullyFundedDate":1741150616727,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack-for-littles/9034919/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack for Littles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heather","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4199433_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594426061288","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4199433"},{"teacherId":231656,"projectId":9222199,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our project for basic school supplies. When the boxes arrived, the students were giddy with excitement. They were suprised and grateful that you gave them new supplies.\r\nHaving fresh materials on hand allows the students to be creative in class. The colorful science posters have been a beautiful addition to the classroom. The students are able to take pride in the work and do presentations that others admire. \r\nWe appreciate your kindness and generosity. Thank you for giving to our project and enhancing our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1752525649416,"projectUrl":"project/basic-school-supplies/9222199/","projectTitle":"Basic School Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/231656"},{"teacherId":231656,"projectId":8896006,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our snack project. It makes a huge difference in the day of my students. They are able to have a quick snack when they are hungry and able to concentrate on schoolwork and fun. It eases distractions, stomachaches, and worry.\r\nHaving food in the classroom helps alleviate the stress of food insecurities. My students do not worry if they missed breakfast or are unable to bring their own snack from home. They were so excited when the boxes arrived and helped to organize the bins of food. We appreciate you! Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1739990378362,"projectUrl":"project/school-snacks-for-success/8896006/","projectTitle":"School Snacks for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/231656"},{"teacherId":1813641,"projectId":9072529,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping to get weighted lap pads to help our students who are sensory seekers. Last years group had a student who was non speaking and definitely was seeking sensory input. He used these dogs at carpet time as well as rest time to help calm his body. This year I have one in our calming corner and students are already learning its function and utilizing it. Without your support I would not be able to offer such tools. Thanks a million for helping me support my littles the best I can!","fullyFundedDate":1747506035743,"projectUrl":"project/can-we-get-a-dog/9072529/","projectTitle":"Can We Get a Dog?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DiStefano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1813641_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754781156946","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christina-distefano"},{"teacherId":1813641,"projectId":9078484,"letterContent":"My students do not react big with clothes. They do not get excited or display their excitement when we have our emergency closet restocked. We as the adults know this is helping to create a safe, calm environment where they can learn. This calm and safe place allows room for learning. \"Maslow before Bloom\" is often said in the context of schools and donations like this help us be sure those basic, human needs are met so that students have the best opportunity to learn. Thank you from all of us for helping.","fullyFundedDate":1740789849430,"projectUrl":"project/opps-i-did-it-again/9078484/","projectTitle":"Opps! I Did it Again...","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DiStefano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1813641_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754781156946","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christina-distefano"},{"teacherId":1813641,"projectId":8813356,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my class! For years I have been looking to donors like you to keep our class as fun and comfortable as possible while meeting the various needs of students. I have slowed down because in the past I have had SO much support! This is a great \"problem\" to have. This year I discovered Warmies and thought it would be a great way to support my younger students when they need to bring some calm to their world. They worked! We use the Warmies during rest time but also to snuggle when sad, frustrated, or otherwise upset and the lavender scent helps. Thank you for helping me think and work outside the box!","fullyFundedDate":1737337094940,"projectUrl":"project/corn-and-magnets-to-get-out-energy/8813356/","projectTitle":"Corn and Magnets to Get Out Energy?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DiStefano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1813641_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754781156946","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/christina-distefano"},{"teacherId":231656,"projectId":8277541,"letterContent":"Thank You for Supporting Our 3rd Graders with your generous donation of school supplies! Your support has provided essential tools like pencil sharpeners, erasers, crayons, colored pencils, Sharpies, and markers—items that might seem small but make an enormous impact in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe excitement among our students was immediate and infectious! Their eyes lit up as they reached for fresh crayons to bring their artwork to life, colored pencils to enhance their writing, and markers to add bold creativity to their projects. Something as simple as a new pencil sharpener became a moment of joy as they realized they could keep their favorite pencils sharp for learning and creativity.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our classroom is now even more vibrant, engaged, and full of enthusiasm for learning. These supplies not only help our students express their creativity but also ensure they have the tools they need to succeed every day. Your kindness and generosity truly make a difference.\r\n\r\nThank you again for being a part of our students' journey. We appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1717469144935,"projectUrl":"project/basic-school-supplies-needed/8277541/","projectTitle":"Basic School Supplies Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/231656"},{"teacherId":231656,"projectId":8367388,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations toward cursive writing handbooks. Thanks to your support, our third-grade students now have the opportunity to develop their handwriting skills with engaging and well-structured practice materials. The excitement in their eyes as they flip through the pages, tracing elegant loops and connecting letters, is truly inspiring. These handbooks have transformed handwriting lessons into a fun and rewarding experience, making students eager to practice and improve every day.\r\n\r\nCursive writing practice is more than just learning to write beautifully—it plays a crucial role in cognitive and motor skill development. For third graders, this practice strengthens fine motor control, improves hand-eye coordination, and enhances their ability to retain information. Studies have shown that writing in cursive can boost reading comprehension and spelling skills, helping students recognize letter patterns more efficiently. Additionally, cursive writing fosters a sense of confidence and personal expression as students take pride in mastering each stroke. Your generosity has not only provided essential learning tools but has also contributed to the lifelong academic success of these young learners. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact!","fullyFundedDate":1725409400836,"projectUrl":"project/cursive-writing/8367388/","projectTitle":"Cursive Writing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/231656"},{"teacherId":5837842,"projectId":9000710,"letterContent":"We have received your gift for a counselor's room and wanted to take the time to thank you. Here at del Paso Heights Elementary we value each and every one of our supporters and appreciate all the help we can get. \r\n\r\nThese books will provide my students with valuable tools and insights to better understand and address a wide range of challenges, emotions and feelings that will allow me to offer even more effective counseling sessions.\r\nYour support is crucial in helping us provide accessible and quality mental health care to our community. You are truly making a difference for and assisting my student with their well-being.\r\n\r\nIf you have specific questions about how your gift is being used, or you want further information on how to continue your support, please don't hesitate to contact me.\r\n\r\nThank you,","fullyFundedDate":1734797309446,"projectUrl":"project/books-and-tools/9000710/","projectTitle":"Books and Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hicks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5837842_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730589037987","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/theposheducator"},{"teacherId":4199433,"projectId":8733143,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support in our classroom. The shelves are going to make a big difference in how we conduct our small group times. Allowing us as the teachers to have what we need right next to us. By having what we need we will be able to focus more on the students and less on acquiring materials. \r\nWith these shelves my hope is that the students will want to use the quiet working area more. Having access to their materials so that they know what they are able to use. Thank you again for your donation to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1735688222736,"projectUrl":"project/a-small-space-is-all-you-need/8733143/","projectTitle":"A Small Space Is All You Need","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heather","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4199433_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594426061288","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4199433"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_32723","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":469,"numTeachers":22,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":34,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":39,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"21.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":54.0,"schoolId":32723,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Del Paso Heights Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Del Paso Heights Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/twin-rivers-unified-school-district/del-paso-heights-elementary-school/32723"}