{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Citrus Grove K-8 School","outOfStateSupporters":36.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2106611,"projectId":10652546,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank you for the opportunity to participate in \"Hands-On Minds: Fueling Project-Based Learning.\" The experience was engaging, informative, and inspiring, and it provided valuable ideas for creating meaningful learning experiences for our students.\r\n\r\nI especially appreciated learning how hands-on projects can encourage students to think critically, collaborate with others, solve problems, and take greater ownership of their learning. The strategies and activities shared during the session will help us create more engaging and student-centered learning opportunities in our classrooms.\r\n\r\nThank you for sharing your expertise, creativity, and practical resources. Your dedication to promoting project-based learning has encouraged us to explore new ways to help students connect classroom knowledge with real-world experiences.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your time and commitment to supporting educators and empowering students to become curious, creative, and confident learners.","fullyFundedDate":1789582583160,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-minds-fueling-project-based-le/10652546/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Minds: Fueling Project-Based Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Louis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2106611_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772320023059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elouis"},{"teacherId":2106611,"projectId":10652393,"letterContent":"I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to participate in \"Empowering Student Librarians: Tech Tools for Our Library.\" This experience provided valuable knowledge and practical skills that will help us make our library more engaging, organized, and accessible to our students.\r\n\r\nI especially appreciated learning about the different technology tools and resources that can support library services and encourage students to become more confident and independent learners. The training also showed us how technology can make it easier to collaborate, share information, and create a more interactive library environment.\r\n\r\nThank you for sharing your time, expertise, and resources with us. Your support and encouragement have inspired us to use what we learned to improve our library and better serve our school community.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your commitment to empowering student librarians and helping us develop skills that we can use both in the library and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1789554023646,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-student-librarians-tech-tool/10652393/","projectTitle":"Empowering Student Librarians: Tech Tools for Our Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Louis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2106611_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772320023059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elouis"},{"teacherId":2106611,"projectId":10608113,"letterContent":"Thank You for Making Our Classroom SUPER! \r\n\r\nThank you so much for donating Super Mario decorations for our students! Your generosity is helping us create a fun, colorful, and welcoming environment where our kids can feel excited about learning.\r\n\r\nThemed decorations may seem like a small thing, but they can make a BIG difference in creating a space where students feel comfortable, motivated, and ready to participate. The familiar Super Mario characters and bright decorations will bring smiles to our students and help make our learning environment feel special and engaging.\r\n\r\nYour support reminds our students that their learning space can be a place filled with creativity, imagination, joy, and adventure.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us make our classroom SUPER.","fullyFundedDate":1789574309819,"projectUrl":"project/a-super-mario-accelerated-reader-celebra/10608113/","projectTitle":"A Super Mario Accelerated Reader Celebration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Louis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2106611_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772320023059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elouis"},{"teacherId":2106611,"projectId":10652375,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing snacks for our students! Your generosity is helping make sure our students have the fuel they need to stay focused, engaged, and ready to learn throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nFor some of our students, having access to a snack can make a meaningful difference in their ability to concentrate and participate in classroom activities. These snacks will provide a simple but important source of energy while also reminding our students that their community cares about their success and well-being.\r\n\r\nYour donation goes beyond snacks—it helps create a supportive learning environment where students can feel cared for and ready to do their best.","fullyFundedDate":1789552450445,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-hunger-busters/10652375/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Hunger Busters","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Louis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2106611_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772320023059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elouis"},{"teacherId":2106611,"projectId":10650623,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Super Readers by providing new books for our students! Your generosity is helping us create a classroom where reading is exciting, engaging, and something students can truly enjoy.\r\n\r\nThese books will give our students more opportunities to explore new worlds, discover interesting characters, build vocabulary, strengthen comprehension, and develop a lifelong love of reading. For many of our students, having access to books that capture their interests can make all the difference in helping them see themselves as confident and capable readers.\r\n\r\nEvery book placed in a student's hands is an opportunity to spark curiosity, imagination, and a love for learning. Your support is helping us build a community of Super Readers who are ready to read, learn, grow, and soar!\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us make reading an adventure. Our Super Readers are grateful for you.","fullyFundedDate":1789554326256,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-super-readers/10650623/","projectTitle":"Books for Super Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Louis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2106611_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772320023059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elouis"},{"teacherId":2106611,"projectId":10462405,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! Because of your kindness, I was able to purchase engaging, teacher-created resources from Teachers Pay Teachers that will make a huge difference for my students.\r\n\r\nWith these new materials, I can create interactive math centers, reading comprehension games, and hands-on activities tailored specifically to my students' learning needs. It is such a relief to have access to high-quality resources that keep kids excited and motivated to learn every single day.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and believing in our classroom. Your generosity truly means the world to us!","fullyFundedDate":1787168232962,"projectUrl":"project/enrichment-resources-empowering-student/10462405/","projectTitle":"Enrichment Resources: Empowering Students Through Engaging Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Louis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2106611_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772320023059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elouis"},{"teacherId":5196287,"projectId":10135150,"letterContent":"When the boxes arrived, the energy in our lab completely shifted. Middle schoolers aren't always easy to impress, but seeing commercial-grade Cricut Mug Presses and stacks of sublimation supplies turn up made them feel like legitimate professionals. On day one, their eyes lit up as we unboxed everything. Since we were working against a tight deadline for Teacher Appreciation Week, we adapted by using a sharp, standardized template design for the mugs. Watching their excitement as we loaded the presses and peeled back the hot sublimation paper to reveal a bright, glossy design baked permanently onto ceramic was pure magic.\r\n\r\nEven with the streamlined design process, the impact on our school culture was huge. My middle schoolers took full ownership of the production line, carefully printing, wrapping, and pressing every single mug. Seeing the pride on a student's face as they walked down the hallway to hand-deliver a crisp, professional-quality mug to their teachers was incredible. It turned what could have been a rushed gift into an authentic moment of connection, gratitude, and real-world teamwork.\r\n\r\nThe best part about these resources is that their impact extends far beyond this initial project. Now that my students have mastered the mechanics of heat transfer, production efficiency, and equipment safety, we have the time to dive deep into custom design work. Our next steps involve letting the Tech Team create personalized graphics and custom gear for upcoming campus clubs and school events. You haven't just funded a one-off project; you've built a permanent maker-space studio that will serve hundreds of student creators for years to come. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1777988438776,"projectUrl":"project/mugs-for-mentors-project/10135150/","projectTitle":"Mugs for Mentors Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Salgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5196287"},{"teacherId":3755722,"projectId":10245515,"letterContent":"When the packages arrived filled with colorful embroidery thread, bobbins, needles, stabilizer, canvas tote bags, and zipper pouches, my 5th graders were practically jumping out of their seats! Their eyes lit up with excitement as we opened the boxes together. Many of them had never tried sewing or embroidery before, and they couldn't wait to get their hands on the materials and turn their reading ideas into physical creations.\r\n\r\nWe immediately put these resources to work in our reading class. After finishing a book study on character analysis and story themes, students designed custom canvas tote bags. They embroidered key quotes, character symbols, and central themes directly onto their bags to demonstrate their understanding of the novels. Watching them carefully thread their needles, focus on their stitching, and persevere through tricky designs was inspiring. The project allowed them to discuss literary concepts with their peers while actively building their fine motor skills and creativity.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we are using the zipper pouches for our upcoming independent reading unit. Students will design personalized book pouches to carry their library books, complete with embroidered literacy quotes and visual summaries of their favorite stories. Thanks to your generosity, my students no longer just read stories—they bring them to life as creators, designers, and innovators. Thank you for making this meaningful experience possible!","fullyFundedDate":1778029291637,"projectUrl":"project/stitching-literacy-and-science-together/10245515/","projectTitle":"Stitching Literacy and Science Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Farfan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3755722_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566525950256","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-farfan"},{"teacherId":3755722,"projectId":10177205,"letterContent":"When the box containing our new Brother SE700 sewing and embroidery machine arrived, my 5th graders couldn't contain their excitement! They immediately gathered around with wide eyes, eagerly asking questions as we opened it. For many of my students, seeing a digital embroidery machine in person was completely new. Their faces lit up when they realized they would get to use technology to stitch their own ideas into real-world creations.\r\n\r\nWe have already put the machine to work to bring our reading curriculum to life! Our class recently completed a novel study, and students used the machine to design and stitch custom bookmarks featuring their favorite book quotes, character symbols, and key themes. This project required them to analyze text deeply to choose meaningful symbols, while also applying digital design skills to map out their stitch patterns. Blending literacy with hands-on creation made our reading discussions far more engaging, and the students were beaming with pride as they held their finished bookmarks.\r\n\r\nNext, my 5th graders will be creating embroidered character patches for a \"Visual Book Report\" project, where they will present their literary analysis to the class through wearable design. Your generosity has brought a whole new level of excitement, creativity, and confidence to our reading classroom. Thank you for supporting my students and making learning so memorable!","fullyFundedDate":1776394526697,"projectUrl":"project/sew-much-creativity-in-our-classroom/10177205/","projectTitle":"Sew Much Creativity in Our Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Farfan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3755722_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566525950256","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-farfan"},{"teacherId":2106611,"projectId":10432779,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating a JBL speaker to our students! Your generosity will help bring learning to life through engaging lessons, music, movement activities, presentations, and special classroom experiences.\r\n\r\nThis speaker will be a valuable addition to our learning environment and will give students more opportunities to learn, participate, and have fun. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for investing in our students!\r\n\r\nEvery donation is a reminder to our students that there are people beyond our school who believe in them and want to see them succeed. Thank you for investing in our children, supporting our classroom, and helping us create moments our students will remember.","fullyFundedDate":1787167535608,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-positive-cafeteria-environmen/10432779/","projectTitle":"Creating a Positive Cafeteria Environment Using a JBL Speaker","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Louis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2106611_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772320023059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elouis"},{"teacherId":2106611,"projectId":10405073,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting \"Starting the Year off Strong.\" Your generosity is helping make a meaningful difference for our students as they prepare for and take on important testing days.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students can have access to snacks, essential supplies, and the encouragement they need to feel prepared, focused, and confident. Sometimes, something as simple as a snack, a pencil, or knowing that someone believes in you can make all the difference.\r\n\r\nYour generosity sends our students a powerful message: you believe in their potential and want to see them succeed. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in their academic journey and for helping create a positive, supportive testing experience.\r\n\r\nThank you for fueling our students with more than just supplies—you are fueling confidence, perseverance, and success.","fullyFundedDate":1785252697793,"projectUrl":"project/starting-the-school-year-off-strong/10405073/","projectTitle":"Starting the School Year Off Strong","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Louis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2106611_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772320023059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elouis"},{"teacherId":2106611,"projectId":10393458,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting \"Start Strong, Finish Strong.\" Your generosity is helping make a meaningful difference for our students as they prepare for and take on important testing days.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students can have access to snacks, essential supplies, and the encouragement they need to feel prepared, focused, and confident. Sometimes, something as simple as a snack, a pencil, or knowing that someone believes in you can make all the difference.\r\n\r\nYour generosity sends our students a powerful message: you believe in their potential and want to see them succeed. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in their academic journey and for helping create a positive, supportive testing experience.\r\n\r\nThank you for fueling our students with more than just supplies—you are fueling confidence, perseverance, and success.","fullyFundedDate":1785274864532,"projectUrl":"project/start-strong-finish-strong/10393458/","projectTitle":"Start Strong, Finish Strong","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Louis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2106611_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772320023059","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elouis"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_45788","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1334,"numTeachers":72,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":95,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"18.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.7,"schoolId":45788,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Citrus Grove K-8 School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Citrus Grove K-8 School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/miami-dade-county-public-schools/citrus-grove-elementary-school/45788"}