{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Monarcas Academy","outOfStateSupporters":33.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2536176,"projectId":9569340,"letterContent":"Thank your for your donation and support to obtaining the items on for your project. We are so grateful for your generosity that you gave us. We were in desperate need of new tables for our students that need more work space to complete their project and activities. The students are so happy to have modern looking furniture that is not chipped or pokes them while working on their school work. \r\n\r\nYour contribution has made a huge impact on the amount of time the spend and quality of work that they are producing now that they have more adequate tables that are more spaces and higher for them to sit in. \r\n\r\nThe tables that we had previously were so small and low to the ground that some of the students had issues sitting properly for long period of time. When the students arrived to the classroom after I assembled the tables they were so excited that I have place the furniture in the classroom. I had to tell them that they were selected by the amazing donors from DonorsChoose, and we had our project funded!","fullyFundedDate":1764727656178,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-furniture/9569340/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Furniture","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Vargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2536176_orig.jpg?crop=900,900,x420,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1671552690956","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2536176"},{"teacherId":8892309,"projectId":9927220,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of the binding machine and supplies for our classroom. Your support has provided my students with a powerful new way to see themselves as capable creators and authors.\r\n\r\nFor my students who are working hard to bridge the gap between learning letter sounds and telling their own stories—the ability to turn a stack of papers into a \"real\" book is transformative. This machine allows them to take pride in their progress, whether they are documenting their mastery of new phonics patterns or illustrating a math story problem. It turns a simple classroom assignment into a published work that they can share with their families and peers.\r\n\r\nBecause many of my students are visual and hands-on learners, having a physical, bound book to hold makes their academic achievements feel tangible and permanent. Your kindness has not only provided us with a new tool but has sparked a renewed sense of confidence and excitement for learning in our room.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' futures and for helping them find their voices through \"publishing.\" We can't wait to start our first binding project!","fullyFundedDate":1768406940142,"projectUrl":"project/voices-on-the-page-a-book-making-projec/9927220/","projectTitle":"Voices on the Page: a Book-Making Project for Diverse Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laura Sierra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8892309_orig.jpg?crop=966,966,x0,y48&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1670516572691","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laura-sierra-lbs1"},{"teacherId":8892309,"projectId":9966222,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of a sewing machine for my special needs classroom.\r\n\r\nFor my students, this gift is much more than a hobby tool—it is a powerful way to develop essential fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and focus. Many of my learners struggle with traditional writing tasks, but the tactile, rhythmic nature of sewing allows them to express their creativity and see immediate, tangible results.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is helping my students build confidence and learn practical life skills that will serve them for years to come. Thank you for believing in their potential!","fullyFundedDate":1768404215962,"projectUrl":"project/stitching-success-building-independence/9966222/","projectTitle":"Stitching Success: Building Independence Through Sewing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laura Sierra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8892309_orig.jpg?crop=966,966,x0,y48&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1670516572691","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laura-sierra-lbs1"},{"teacherId":8892309,"projectId":10012019,"letterContent":"I am writing to thank you for your incredibly practical and generous donation of cleaning and sanitizing supplies for our classroom.\r\n\r\nWhile these items might seem simple, they are the foundation of a successful learning environment. By having a steady supply of [disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizer, tissues, etc.], we can maintain a healthy space where students can focus on their lessons rather than on germs. 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Your support means more than just a piece of technology; it represents a new world of opportunity for my students.\r\n\r\nIn our current curriculum, digital literacy is essential. This laptop will allow my students to engage with interactive phonics programs, conduct research for science projects, and master the math skills they need to succeed. Having reliable technology in the room ensures that every student has an equal opportunity to thrive in a digital age.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and for believing in the potential of my students. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on our learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1768403929000,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-learning-a-classroom-laptop-f/9928062/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Learning: A Classroom Laptop for Accessibility and Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laura Sierra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8892309_orig.jpg?crop=966,966,x0,y48&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1670516572691","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laura-sierra-lbs1"},{"teacherId":2870302,"projectId":9875970,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous contribution to our \"Holiday Incentives\" project! Because of your support, my students will head into the holiday season feeling celebrated, motivated, and truly cared for.\r\n\r\nThe Impact of Your Gift\r\nYour donation is providing more than just tangible items; it is helping to cultivate a culture of PRIDE in our classroom. By funding the \"on-the-go\" games and diamond art keychains, you've given me the tools to reward:\r\n\r\nPerseverance & Determination: Recognizing those who push through tough assignments.\r\n\r\nResponsibility: Honoring students who take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nEmpathy & Inclusion: Celebrating those who make our classroom a kinder place.\r\n\r\nCreating a Positive Atmosphere\r\nAs you know, every child learns differently. For many of my students, having a tangible goal to work toward makes a world of difference in their focus and engagement. These incentives create a \"ripple effect\" of positivity that transforms our entire classroom environment.\r\n\r\nBeyond the academic motivation, your kindness ensures that every student has something special to take home during the giving season. For some of my learners, this may be the highlight of their holiday, and I cannot thank you enough for making that joy possible.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a champion for my students and for helping us make this holiday season one they will always remember.","fullyFundedDate":1763587992935,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-incentives/9875970/","projectTitle":"Holiday Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mikos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2870302_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713883728609","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msmikos"},{"teacherId":5030177,"projectId":9796250,"letterContent":"The Cricut Maker has made a profound impact in our classroom this winter. It transformed how we teach mathematical sequencing. My classroom team and I were able to create custom snowman and snowflake manipulates that students used to build AB patterns during small group instruction. Students first took a vote on what to create and the top two choices were created.\r\n\r\nThe students were captivated as we \"magically\" made the shapes right at our fingertips. Students helped load the paper and then carefully peeled the cut-outs from the grip mat. This process directly supported their eye-hand coordination and challenged their problem-solving skills as they had to handle the intricate pieces with delicacy. At one point one student did say \"this is hard.\" \r\n\r\nThis tools saves hours of cutting. I can't wait to continue making additional new items for our units. I'm already planning for our Garden Unit lessons with custom flower and animal cut-outs. Thank you for making this tactile, joyful learning possible.","fullyFundedDate":1760550390502,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-student-creators-with-cricut/9796250/","projectTitle":"Empowering Student Creators with Cricut!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tellez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5030177_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1609970510262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-tellez"},{"teacherId":14621,"projectId":9666474,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing my second graders with student watches and play money. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact in our classroom and in their learning experience. \r\nI am so lucky to work with a group of curious second graders who are always excited to learn, especially when lessons connect to their everyday lives. The watches have helped my students feel more confident telling time, and the play money has truly transformed our math lessons, giving students hands on opportunities to count coins and make change\r\nThese resources are helping build not only strong math skills, but also important life skills my students will carry with them beyond the classroom. Thank you for believing in my students and for investing in their learning and future success.","fullyFundedDate":1766540843128,"projectUrl":"project/second-graders-counting-on-success/9666474/","projectTitle":"Second Graders Counting on Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp14621_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767152067439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/theresa-ruiz"},{"teacherId":14621,"projectId":9975668,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of an abundance of multifold paper towels for our classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our learning environment.\r\n\r\nOur classroom is a busy, hands-on space filled with energetic second graders. Throughout the day, we work on art projects, hands-on activities, snack time, and collaborative learning, so messes are simply part of learning! Thanks to your donation, my students are able to clean up any messes that come our way quickly and independently.\r\n\r\nHaving a reliable supply of paper towels helps us maintain a safe, tidy classroom where students can focus on learning, responsibility, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your support and generosity. Thank you for helping make my classroom a place where students can learn, grow, and take pride in their environment.","fullyFundedDate":1767245994701,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-traditions-in-action/9975668/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year Traditions in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp14621_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767152067439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/theresa-ruiz"},{"teacherId":14621,"projectId":9972557,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the interactive games for our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nSince introducing the games and activities, I have seen students become more engaged and motivated to work together. It has encouraged collaboration, teamwork, and respectful communication as students share ideas, take turns, and solve problems together. These interactions have helped strengthen their communication skills in a fun and natural way.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create an environment where students feel excited to learn and confident working with one another. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for investing in my students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1766792901580,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-lunar-new-year-learning/9972557/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Lunar New Year Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp14621_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767152067439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/theresa-ruiz"},{"teacherId":14621,"projectId":9972727,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the Dyson vacuum for our second grade classroom. It has truly made a meaningful difference in our daily routine and learning environment.\r\nOur classroom is a busy, hands-on space, and messes happen often. The Dyson comes in handy every single day when we are cleaning up after learning, creating, and working together. Its cleaning power is absolutely amazing, especially when vacuuming our classroom carpet.\r\nWe are currently using the vacuum to deep clean our classroom in preparation for the Lunar New Year. My students are so excited to take part in cleaning our room at the end of each day. Vacuuming the carpet has even become one of our classroom jobs, helping students learn responsibility, teamwork, and pride in caring for their shared space.\r\nYour generosity has helped create a cleaner, healthier, and more welcoming classroom for my students. Thank you for supporting our classroom and for making such a positive impact on our learning community.","fullyFundedDate":1767125694521,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-a-fresh-start-for-learni/9972727/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year: A Fresh Start for Learning and Well-Being","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp14621_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767152067439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/theresa-ruiz"},{"teacherId":5563666,"projectId":9477244,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Tools for Thinking, Writing, and Learning. Because of your generosity, my students now have essential classroom supplies like pens, highlighters, folders, glue sticks, and sharpeners. These are simple tools that make a powerful difference in how they learn each day. When students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. Many were eager to choose a folder, organize their papers, and begin working right away. Having their own supplies made them feel prepared, confident, and proud. For some students, especially those who may not always have access to these tools at home, this meant being fully included and ready to learn alongside their peers.\r\nDuring writing workshop, students use highlighters to identify key ideas, revise their work, and focus on important details. Folders help them stay organized as they move through different stages of the writing process, from brainstorming to final drafts. Glue sticks and hands-on materials are being used for interactive notebooks, graphic organizers, and project-based learning activities that support both thinking and creativity. 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