{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cesar Chavez Academy Lower Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":38.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8280473,"projectId":9949327,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our project, \"Bringing Joy Inside: Indoor Recess Supplies for Second Grade.\" Because of your support, our classroom is now equipped with wonderful games and activities like Uno, Guess Who?, and building sets that have completely transformed our indoor recess time during these cold Michigan months. Instead of feeling restless when we can't head outside, my students are now collaborating, practicing their social skills, and using their imaginations to build and play together. These materials have provided a vital outlet for their energy and have fostered a sense of teamwork and joy that carries over into our lessons for the rest of the day. We are so grateful for your kindness and for helping make our classroom a place where play and learning go hand in hand!","fullyFundedDate":1767318112414,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-joy-inside-indoor-recess-suppl/9949327/","projectTitle":"Bringing Joy Inside: Indoor Recess Supplies for Second Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mashike","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8280473_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642695420914","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8280473"},{"teacherId":8280473,"projectId":9946182,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in supporting our project, \"Celebrating the Season Through Stories.\" These new books have brought a vibrant spark of joy and curiosity into our classroom. In our daily reading blocks, my students have been diving into these stories to explore diverse traditions and seasonal themes, which has helped them build critical comprehension skills like sequencing and identifying character traits. It is truly heartwarming to see my students—especially those who previously struggled to find books that piqued their interest—now eagerly reaching for these new titles and sharing their favorite parts with their peers.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom has become a more inclusive and exciting experience because of you. For many of my students, these books represent a window into worlds they haven't seen before and a mirror reflecting their own diverse experiences. This project has allowed me to teach complex literacy lessons through the lens of engaging, high-quality literature that my students genuinely care about. We are so grateful for your kindness and for proving to my students that their education and their stories matter!","fullyFundedDate":1767787606460,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-the-season-through-stories/9946182/","projectTitle":"Celebrating the Season Through Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mashike","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8280473_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642695420914","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8280473"},{"teacherId":8280473,"projectId":9878467,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in fully funding the \"Plugged Into Learning\" project. Because of your support, my second-grade students at Cesar Chavez Academy Lower Elementary School now have the essential tools they need to thrive in our digital learning environment.\r\n\r\nIn a classroom where more than three-quarters of students come from low-income households, these supplies are more than just \"tools\"—they are a message to my students that their education matters and that there is a community of supporters rooting for their success. You have helped us build a more equitable classroom where every child, regardless of their circumstances, has what they need to concentrate and succeed.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my 28 curious and creative students in Detroit, thank you for making a big difference in our daily learning. We are so grateful for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1766366867628,"projectUrl":"project/plugged-into-learning/9878467/","projectTitle":"Plugged Into Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mashike","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8280473_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642695420914","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8280473"},{"teacherId":8280473,"projectId":9864198,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! When the Hand2Mind phonics materials arrived, my students' faces lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to get their hands on the new tools and start exploring. These resources have turned our daily phonics lessons into a hands-on adventure that the kids truly look forward to.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using the materials during our small-group literacy rotations. One of the most impactful moments was seeing a student who usually struggles with blending sounds finally \"click\" while using the tactile manipulatives. The ability to physically move letters and feel the sounds has made a world of difference in their confidence and retention.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, these tools will be a staple in our classroom. Our next step is to dive deeper into complex vowel teams and multi-syllabic words. Because of your support, my students are not just learning to read—they are developing a genuine love for language. Thank you for investing in their future!","fullyFundedDate":1762266412181,"projectUrl":"project/learning-phonics-the-hand2mind-way/9864198/","projectTitle":"Learning Phonics the Hand2Mind Way","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mashike","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8280473_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642695420914","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8280473"},{"teacherId":8280473,"projectId":9950001,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding the Bringing Non-Fiction to Life for Curious Second Graders project. Your support means our classroom library at Cesar Chavez Academy will now be filled with vibrant, high-quality books that spark curiosity and a love for learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, 28 bright students in Detroit now have the tools to explore everything from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. These resources don't just teach facts; they build the confidence our emerging readers need to see themselves as future scholars.","fullyFundedDate":1766762552328,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-non-fiction-to-life-for-curious/9950001/","projectTitle":"Bringing Non-Fiction to Life for Curious Second Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mashike","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8280473_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642695420914","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8280473"},{"teacherId":7331244,"projectId":10007527,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations of mentor books to our 2nd grade classroom. Your thoughtfulness has transformed our weekly reading lessons in ways I could not have anticipated. Instead of passively watching read-alouds on YouTube, my students now have the incredible opportunity to hold these books in their hands, flip through the pages, and interact with the text directly. This shift has made an enormous difference in their engagement and enthusiasm during our literacy instruction.\r\nThe impact on my learners has been remarkable. With physical copies of our weekly mentor texts available in the classroom, students are able to annotate, ask questions, revisit favorite passages, and make personal connections to the stories in real time. They're excited to explore the illustrations more closely, notice author's craft, and discuss the text with their peers. The tactile experience of reading together has sparked genuine curiosity and deeper comprehension that simply wasn't possible through a screen. My students are more invested in our reading lessons, and I can see their confidence and love of reading growing each week.\r\nThank you again for believing in the power of real books and for investing in our classroom community. Your generosity has given my students a gift that extends far beyond the pages—you've given them the joy of discovery, the comfort of holding a book, and the confidence to become enthusiastic readers. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1768269286529,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-stories-enhancing-reading-in-t/10007527/","projectTitle":"Engaging Stories: Enhancing Reading in the Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kulikowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7331244_orig.jpg?crop=547,547,x0,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751144624260","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7331244"},{"teacherId":1127160,"projectId":9927257,"letterContent":"Thank you for making our Fun Friday project such a meaningful and exciting experience for my students! Because of your generosity, my class of 25 students now has something truly special to look forward to at the end of each week.\r\n\r\nFun Friday is a celebration of excellent behavior, effort, and positive choices. Throughout the week, students earn tickets for demonstrating responsibility, kindness, and focus. On Friday, those tickets turn into an opportunity to choose from a variety of fun and engaging activities made possible by your support. The student with the most tickets selects first, and we continue down the list until everyone has chosen an activity.\r\n\r\nWhile not every student gets their first choice each week, every student participates—and that is where the real impact happens. This process motivates students to reflect on their choices and strive to do even better the following week so they can earn more tickets and a higher spot in the selection process. It has created a positive, encouraging system that promotes accountability, goal-setting, and perseverance in a way that feels joyful rather than punitive.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, Fun Friday has brought energy, excitement, and community into our classroom. Laughter fills the room, students cheer each other on, and we end the week feeling proud of our accomplishments together. None of this would be possible without you.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping us celebrate positive behavior in such a fun and meaningful way. Your support has made a lasting impact on our classroom culture, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1764737537716,"projectUrl":"project/fun-friday/9927257/","projectTitle":"Fun Friday!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Abela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1127160"},{"teacherId":3841884,"projectId":9480219,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing my students with birthday presents. I love being able to make their birthday a special occasion at school. They were so excited when I showed them what they would be getting on their birthday and I was able to gift five students right away!\r\nThe Smencils (scented pencils) seem to be the biggest hit so far. We generally do community supplies, but a few of my students started using those right away. The students who haven't had their birthday yet this school year know that they'll get a special pencil on their birthday and can't wait until it's their birthday. Quite a few students are looking forward to getting the toys in their birthday bag because they love the little squishy toys.\r\nYour support and generosity is greatly appreciated in helping fund this project. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1758231437348,"projectUrl":"project/birthday-surprises/9480219/","projectTitle":"Birthday Surprises","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Adamski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3841884_orig.jpg?crop=1638,1638,x0,y147&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648873050403","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-adamski"},{"teacherId":8280473,"projectId":9624961,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our second grade classroom in Detroit. Your donation of new student tables has transformed our learning environment in the most meaningful way. With sturdy, comfortable, and collaborative workspaces, my students can now engage more confidently in group activities, hands-on learning, and daily academic tasks.\r\n\r\nThese tables have created a more organized, welcoming classroom where students feel proud of their space and excited to learn each day. Your kindness has made a real difference in their school experience, and we are truly grateful. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their success!","fullyFundedDate":1755972727104,"projectUrl":"project/a-seat-for-everyone-new-tables-for-lear/9624961/","projectTitle":"A Seat for Everyone: New Tables for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mashike","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8280473_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642695420914","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8280473"},{"teacherId":3096788,"projectId":9636730,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation that helped to provide my students with Scholastic News articles for this entire school year! \r\nThese weekly articles often include current events that help to bridge a connection to the real world in ways that are age appropriate. The articles are very engaging and students get excited to see what they will be learning about each week. These articles also help boost comprehension. The online platform provides me with comprehension questions that we discuss and complete together.\r\nI've been using Scholastic News articles in my classroom for years and was so disappointed when I found out that my school could no longer afford to provide them to students. I am so grateful that this project was funded and that my students get to experience the joy of receiving their weekly Scholastic News!","fullyFundedDate":1758230798357,"projectUrl":"project/learning-with-scholastic-news/9636730/","projectTitle":"Learning with Scholastic News","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3096788_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535773282671","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3096788"},{"teacherId":8280473,"projectId":9600489,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our birthday project. Thanks to you, we are able to celebrate all students' birthdays and make them feel super special. It is a joy seeing their faces light up when they receive their stuffed animal, scented pencil, bookmark, and birthday crown. You can tell that they feel loved and special!\r\n\r\nWe could have made this happen without the kindness of donors like you. You are making a real, tangible difference in the lives of children in Detroit.\r\n\r\nAgain, from the bottom of my heart, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1755723047382,"projectUrl":"project/making-every-birthday-special-in-our-cla/9600489/","projectTitle":"Making Every Birthday Special in Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mashike","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8280473_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642695420914","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8280473"},{"teacherId":1127160,"projectId":9484307,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to the DonorsChoose community for funding Scholastic News for my class — your generosity gives 25 students fresh, engaging reading material each week that sparks curiosity and builds literacy. Seeing their excitement as they read current events and classroom articles has already deepened discussions and strengthened their confidence as readers. Your generosity and support mean a great deal to us and will make a real difference in our learning. We appreciate your kindness and are excited to share the joy of reading and discovery with every student because of you.","fullyFundedDate":1755727346584,"projectUrl":"project/current-event-learning-with-scholastic-n/9484307/","projectTitle":"Current Event Learning with Scholastic News","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Abela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1127160"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_63887","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":465,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":77,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":48,"percentWhite":30,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 2","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR District Weighted Average","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":null},"inStateSupporters":61.3,"schoolId":63887,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Cesar Chavez Academy Lower Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Cesar Chavez Academy Lower Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/michigan/michigan-department-of-education/cesar-chavez-academy-elementary-school/63887"}