{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Elmhurst Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":13.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6412975,"projectId":9512681,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generosity in supporting my DonorsChoose project. Thanks to you, my students now have access to new resources that have truly transformed our counseling center into a more welcoming, engaging, and supportive space.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were so excited, they couldn't believe these items were just for them! From the canopy to the calming tools and learning resources, every addition has helped create an environment where they can focus, connect, and feel safe. \r\n\r\nWe're now using these resources daily in individual and group sessions. Students are learning new strategies for managing stress, communicating with peers, and building confidence. These tools have improved engagement, and helped students regulate their emotions so they can return to class ready to learn.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, my students and I are excited to continue growing emotionally and academically. We'll be incorporating mindfulness and goal-setting activities throughout the year, building on the positive foundation your donations helped create.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a lasting difference in our school community. Thank you for believing in my students and helping us create a space where every child feels seen, valued, and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1755711020605,"projectUrl":"project/calm-connect-and-grow-tools-for-stude/9512681/","projectTitle":"Calm, Connect, and Grow: Tools for Student Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Howery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6412975_orig.jpg?crop=352,352,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722377469906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6412975"},{"teacherId":7620798,"projectId":9314954,"letterContent":"Thank you for the Legos and Magna-Tiles! We are so excited to have them in our third-grade classroom. Every Friday we look forward to building towers, houses, bridges, and even entire cities together. These activities spark our imaginations while also helping us practice teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity. Even when a design falls apart, we try again and feel proud of our success. Your generosity has made our classroom more fun, inspiring, and full of learning, and we are truly grateful! Hands on learning and collaboration has made our classroom even better thank to you.","fullyFundedDate":1746785318232,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-with-bricks-and-tiles/9314954/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds with Bricks and Tiles","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7620798_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637638730685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melissa-frazier"},{"teacherId":7620798,"projectId":9200210,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project! With your help, our third graders now have writing curriculum and lessons that inspire them every day. Students are so engaged that we often hear them ask, \"Can we write more today?\" They are building confidence, learning to express their ideas, and growing into strong writers that can write better sentences and paragraphs. Your generosity has made writing exciting, meaningful, and fun. We are so grateful for the chance to learn and grow because of you! I am excited to see how our class succeeds when they complete their writing performance task for state testing this year. This project has really helped us focus on what they need.","fullyFundedDate":1743001264033,"projectUrl":"project/the-write-stuff/9200210/","projectTitle":"The Write Stuff","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7620798_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637638730685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melissa-frazier"},{"teacherId":9457984,"projectId":9103139,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to the generous donor who has made a significant impact on my kindergarten classroom by providing musical instruments and art supplies. Thanks to these resources, my students have improved their movement, spatial awareness, and collaboration skills while playing with rhythm sticks together. \r\n\r\nThe drying rack has also inspired their imagination, allowing them to showcase their artwork. In our kindergarten classroom, my students are truly thankful for the tools and supplies that support their learning. The STEAM musical instruments have provided them with valuable mindfulness exercises.\r\nThank you once again!","fullyFundedDate":1739897048920,"projectUrl":"project/steam-learning-for-critical-thinking-ski/9103139/","projectTitle":"Steam Learning for Critical Thinking Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Villa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9457984_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707252726415","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9457984"},{"teacherId":7620798,"projectId":9048640,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom aquarium project! Thanks to you, we now have a beautiful 55-gallon tank complete with substrate, aquatic plants, and a high-quality filter. The soothing sound of the water has brought a peaceful ambiance to our room, and students are absolutely captivated by observing our aquatic environment. Our classroom pet, Mr. Pickles the axolotl, is thriving in his new home, and the students love learning about his unique features and fascinating life cycle.\r\n\r\nNext week, we're excited to welcome a small school of white cloud minnows to join Mr. Pickles in our aquatic ecosystem. The tank has quickly become a favorite spot in the classroom, where students pause to observe, reflect, and engage in thoughtful conversations about biology, habitats, and responsibility. Your contribution has made a lasting impact—not just in providing materials, but in creating a daily source of wonder and calm in our learning environment. Thank you for making this experience possible!","fullyFundedDate":1736873543644,"projectUrl":"project/underwater-wonders-a-55-gallon-aquarium/9048640/","projectTitle":"Underwater Wonders: A 55-Gallon Aquarium for Engaged Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7620798_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637638730685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melissa-frazier"},{"teacherId":7620798,"projectId":8974349,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! The fleece blankets have brought so much warmth and joy to my students. We recently attended a school assembly, and the kids were so cozy, warm, and filled with pride as they wrapped themselves in the blankets they personally chose.\r\n\r\nAfterward, they spent time reading A Little Spot of Kindness, reflecting on its message, and even took an AR quiz to earn points toward their reading goals! The hot chocolate made the experience even more special, creating a warm and welcoming classroom environment. Having warmth in the classroom makes winter a time for bundling up and enjoying school, even when it's cold outside.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly made a difference, and we are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1733291600796,"projectUrl":"project/winter-warmth-cozy-comfort-and-kindness/8974349/","projectTitle":"Winter Warmth: Cozy Comfort and Kindness for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7620798_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637638730685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melissa-frazier"},{"teacherId":9457984,"projectId":8443276,"letterContent":"Thank you for all the impactful reading materials we received in our kindergarten classroom. You have truly made a difference in our students' reading levels. We have learned how to spell using a play-based approach, and we are making significant progress in reading. The children enjoy the kinesthetic approach to reading with their paddle boards. All these resources have helped our students meet grade-level reading skills.\r\nBy using hands on approach to reading and writing with the writing tools we received kids are engaged and learning!","fullyFundedDate":1721181761586,"projectUrl":"project/creating-classroom-materials-using-tpt-r/8443276/","projectTitle":"Creating Classroom Materials Using TPT Resources to Help Students Read","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Villa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9457984_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707252726415","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9457984"},{"teacherId":7620798,"projectId":8846591,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing small group reading sets for our classroom! These books have become an important part of our reading sessions, where students gather in groups of 4-5 twice a week to practice their reading skills. The structured small group format allows for more focused guidance and support, ensuring that every student feels confident and successful. It's been amazing to witness their excitement as they dive into these engaging stories.\r\n\r\nThe variety of characters and vibrant illustrations in the book sets capture my students' imaginations. These elements not only make reading more enjoyable but also help sustain their interest and engagement throughout our sessions. Seeing my students light up with curiosity is a reminder of the power of great books and stories that also reinforce foundational reading skills that set students up for success. \r\n\r\nMost importantly, these reading sessions are making a difference. I am thrilled to report that students are showing noticeable improvements in their reading fluency and confidence. Their progress is a testament to the impact of your generosity. Thank you for investing in our students' growth and giving them the tools they need to succeed. Your kindness is shaping their futures in the most meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1728230158978,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-book-sets-for-small-reading-gro/8846591/","projectTitle":"Engaging Book Sets for Small Reading Groups","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7620798_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637638730685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melissa-frazier"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_40931","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":364,"numTeachers":21,"percentFrplEligible":63,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":26,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":64,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":86.3,"schoolId":40931,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Elmhurst Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Elmhurst Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/ventura-unified-school-district/elmhurst-elementary-school/40931"}