{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Emerson Spanish Immersion School","outOfStateSupporters":25.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7487211,"projectId":10503763,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously donating a carpet vacuum/washer to our classroom! Keeping our space clean, fresh, and welcoming makes such a big difference for our students, especially since so much of our daily learning and floor time happens on our classroom rug.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your support and kindness toward our classroom community.\r\n\r\n=============\r\nEstimados donantes:\r\n\r\n¡Muchas gracias por donar generosamente una aspiradora y lavadora de alfombras para nuestra aula! Mantener nuestro espacio limpio, fresco y acogedor marca una gran diferencia para nuestros alumnos, especialmente porque gran parte de nuestro aprendizaje diario y de las actividades en el suelo tienen lugar sobre la alfombra del aula.\r\n\r\nEstamos profundamente agradecidos por su apoyo y amabilidad hacia la comunidad de nuestra clase.","fullyFundedDate":1787200549853,"projectUrl":"project/clean-classroom/10503763/","projectTitle":"Clean Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. CERVANTES","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775000790483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487211"},{"teacherId":7487211,"projectId":10533556,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of t-shirts and social emotional books to our classroom!\r\n\r\nYour support provides our students with a hands-on opportunity to design, create, and wear their own unique work. Beyond the artistic fun, this project serves as a wonderful platform for our social-emotional learning curriculum. As students collaborate, share resources, offer constructive feedback, and express their personal identities through their designs, they are actively building self-awareness, empathy, communication, and teamwork skills.\r\n\r\nYour thoughtful gift makes a tangible difference in our classroom and directly enhances our students' learning and growth. We are so grateful for your investment in our community and our young learners!","fullyFundedDate":1789941307194,"projectUrl":"project/combining-reading-with-a-creative-t-shir/10533556/","projectTitle":"Combining Reading With a Creative T-shirt Design Project Themselves","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. CERVANTES","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775000790483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487211"},{"teacherId":7487211,"projectId":10295076,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of your donation, our students now have access to noise-canceling headphones and other essential school supplies. These materials are already making a huge difference in creating an inclusive, hands-on learning environment where every student can thrive.\r\n\r\nYour kindness makes a lasting impact on our school community, and we are deeply grateful for your support!\r\n\r\n==================\r\n¡Muchas gracias por su generoso apoyo a nuestra clase! Gracias a su donación, nuestros estudiantes ahora cuentan con auriculares con cancelación de ruido y otros materiales escolares esenciales. Estos recursos ya están marcando una gran diferencia al crear un entorno de aprendizaje inclusivo y práctico donde cada estudiante puede prosperar.\r\n\r\nSu generosidad deja una huella duradera en nuestra comunidad escolar, ¡y estamos profundamente agradecidos por su apoyo!","fullyFundedDate":1780764915046,"projectUrl":"project/inclusion-in-the-classroom/10295076/","projectTitle":"Inclusion in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. CERVANTES","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775000790483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487211"},{"teacherId":7487211,"projectId":10381872,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books to our classroom project, \"Retell, Reimagine, Rejoice: Bringing Books to Life!\"\r\n\r\nYour support has brought an incredible spark of energy into our learning space. Thanks to your contribution, our students now have access to vibrant, inspiring stories that allow them to retell rich narratives in their own words, reimagine creative endings and new perspectives, and rejoice in the simple joy of reading.\r\n\r\nThese books are doing far more than filling our shelves, they are actively building our students' comprehension, fostering empathy, and encouraging critical thinking through hands-on literary exploration. Watching our young readers connect with these stories and enthusiastically share their ideas with one another has been truly rewarding.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' education and for helping us bring learning to life in such a meaningful way. Your generosity is making a lasting impact in our classroom every day.","fullyFundedDate":1785270244706,"projectUrl":"project/retell-reimagine-rejoice-bringing-boo/10381872/","projectTitle":"Retell, Reimagine, Rejoice: Bringing Books to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. CERVANTES","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775000790483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487211"},{"teacherId":7487211,"projectId":10345856,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books to our classroom project, \"Retell, Reimagine, Rejoice: Bringing Books to Life!\"\r\n\r\nYour support has brought an incredible spark of energy into our learning space. Thanks to your contribution, our students now have access to vibrant, inspiring stories that allow them to retell rich narratives in their own words, reimagine creative endings and new perspectives, and rejoice in the simple joy of reading.\r\n\r\nThese books are doing far more than filling our shelves, they are actively building our students' comprehension, fostering empathy, and encouraging critical thinking through hands-on literary exploration. Watching our young readers connect with these stories and enthusiastically share their ideas with one another has been truly rewarding.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' education and for helping us bring learning to life in such a meaningful way. Your generosity is making a lasting impact in our classroom every day.","fullyFundedDate":1783376031707,"projectUrl":"project/retell-reimagine-rejoice-bringing-boo/10345856/","projectTitle":"Retell, Reimagine, Rejoice: Bringing Books to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. CERVANTES","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775000790483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487211"},{"teacherId":7487211,"projectId":10314805,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous support of our classroom library. I wanted to share a quick update on the incredible impact your donation is having on our students every single day.\r\n\r\nOur classroom has truly transformed into a doorway to the rest of the world. The students are thoroughly enjoying the wide range of books you helped provide, eagerly diving into stories that take them across different countries, continents, and cultures. Through these books, they are navigating new perspectives, learning about rich traditions, and discovering both the unique differences and shared values that connect us all as global citizens.\r\n\r\nWatching their curiosity ignite as they explore new horizons without ever leaving their desks has been wonderful. Your kindness has not only expanded our bookshelves—it has broadened our students' minds, fostered empathy, and nurtured a lifelong love for reading and discovery.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our students the world, one page at a time. Your generosity continues to make a lasting difference in our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1781833133496,"projectUrl":"project/navigating-the-world-through-stories/10314805/","projectTitle":"Navigating the World Through Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. CERVANTES","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775000790483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487211"},{"teacherId":7487211,"projectId":10293396,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of humidifier for our classroom project. Your thoughtful support makes a real and immediate difference in creating a healthier, more comfortable environment for our students, and we are deeply grateful for your time, generosity, and kindness.\r\n\r\nWith the colder months bringing dry indoor air, these humidifiers will play an essential role in improving our classroom's overall air quality. By keeping optimal moisture levels in the room, they will help ease respiratory discomfort, soothe dry skin and eyes, and reduce the seasonal spread of airborne germs. Ultimately, this means fewer sick days for our students and a much more inviting space where they can stay well, maintain their focus, and thrive in their daily learning activities.\r\n\r\nCommunities flourish when individuals and organizations step forward to invest in our youth. On behalf of our school, our teaching team, and especially our students, thank you again for your incredible kindness and commitment to our classroom's health and success.","fullyFundedDate":1779370490119,"projectUrl":"project/addressing-air-quality-challenges-in-the/10293396/","projectTitle":"Addressing Air Quality Challenges in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. CERVANTES","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775000790483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487211"},{"teacherId":7487211,"projectId":10203431,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books to our bilingual classroom at Emerson. \r\n\r\nYour gift directly impacts our students by giving them access to a wider world of ideas, stories, and perspectives. These books will do more than just build reading skills; they will broaden our students' knowledge and foster a much deeper understanding of diverse cultures.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your commitment to our students' education. Thank you for helping us inspire a new generation of curious, empathetic, and culturally aware learners.","fullyFundedDate":1779893061196,"projectUrl":"project/cultivating-community-compassion-and-kin/10203431/","projectTitle":"Cultivating Community Compassion And Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. CERVANTES","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775000790483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487211"},{"teacherId":7487211,"projectId":10149957,"letterContent":"There are no words to express my gratitude for ALL your generosity. Thank you for helping me share my love and passion as well for teaching. \r\n\r\nYour gift will enhance my student's learning and create memorable experiences in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you ALL of you again! \r\n=======================\r\nEstimados Donantes:\r\n\r\nNo hay palabras para expresar mi gratitud por TODA su generosidad. Gracias por ayudarme a compartir mi amor y pasión por la enseñanza.\r\n\r\nSu donación mejorará el aprendizaje de mis estudiantes y creará experiencias memorables en el salón de clases. \r\n¡Gracias a todos nuevamente!","fullyFundedDate":1773843587355,"projectUrl":"project/seeing-books-as-tools-for-social-emotion/10149957/","projectTitle":"Seeing Books As Tools for Social-Emotional Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. CERVANTES","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775000790483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487211"},{"teacherId":7487211,"projectId":10164793,"letterContent":"The new texts introduce several foundational social-emotional competencies, specifically focusing on self-awareness, empathy, and conflict resolution. Through these stories, students learn to identify and label complex emotions such as frustration, anxiety, and jealousy in characters before reflecting on those same feelings within themselves.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the books highlight vital life lessons, including:\r\n\r\n-Growth Mindset: Learning that mistakes are a natural part of the learning process.\r\n\r\n-Perspective-Taking: Understanding that two people can experience the same situation in entirely different ways.\r\n\r\n-Coping Mechanisms: Discovering practical strategies, like deep breathing or positive self-talk, to manage overwhelming emotions.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom these books is a dynamic, interactive, and community-centered experience. Rather than a strictly silent, solitary activity, it often begins with an interactive read-aloud where I pause to ask open-ended questions about a character's choices or facial expressions.\r\n\r\nFollowing the story, the room transitions into a space of active discussion and reflection. Students can be found in cozy reading corners practicing \"think-pair-share\" with a partner, using emotional vocabulary charts to map out a character's journey, or quietly journaling about how a story connects to their own lives. It is a structured yet comfortable environment where books serve as a safe sandbox for exploring real-world social dynamics.\r\n\r\nThis experience is thanks to all of you who made this project possible.","fullyFundedDate":1775494455869,"projectUrl":"project/reading-helps-behavioral-and-social-emot/10164793/","projectTitle":"Reading Helps Behavioral and Social-Emotional Development","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. CERVANTES","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775000790483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487211"},{"teacherId":7487211,"projectId":10178316,"letterContent":"upon introducing the new sensory fidgets to the classroom, I explicitly outlined their purposes to the students: to serve as supportive tools for emotional regulation, anxiety reduction, and—through consistent use—the gradual improvement of sustained attention spans. The students embraced these tools with enthusiasm, seamlessly integrating them into their daily routines and even collaborating to turn them into structured, cooperative games during transition periods. Ultimately, these resources have proven remarkably instrumental in our classroom. They have directly fostered measurable improvements in self-regulation, deep concentration, and emotional grounding—all of which are competencies essential for both academic achievement and positive peer-to-peer interactions.\r\n\r\nThe second-grade students appreciate your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1776190246818,"projectUrl":"project/the-science-of-using-fidgets-toys-to-sup/10178316/","projectTitle":"The Science of Using Fidgets Toys to Support Attention!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. CERVANTES","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775000790483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487211"},{"teacherId":1502963,"projectId":10177951,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! When the boxes arrived, the excitement in our classroom was electric. As we unpacked the Marble Run, Guess Who, Checkers, Connect Four, and other games, my students were buzzing with anticipation. One of the most heartwarming moments was watching a group of students immediately huddle around the Marble Run; they spent the entire afternoon collaborating, testing different heights, and cheering whenever the marble successfully reached the bottom. \r\n\r\nBeyond the games, the snacks you provided have been a total game-changer during our standardized testing days. Having a stash of \"brain fuel\" has noticeably lowered my students' stress levels and helped them stay focused and energized through long morning sessions.\r\n\r\nThese resources are doing so much more than just providing entertainment. We are currently using the board games to practice social-emotional skills like turn-taking, strategic thinking, and graceful winning and losing. For many of my students, \"Guess Who\" (animal and people version!) has become a favorite tool for improving their descriptive language and deductive reasoning. \r\n\r\nYour contribution has truly transformed our classroom environment into a more joyful, supportive place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1775100609001,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-games/10177951/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Games","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arika","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1502963_orig.png?crop=677,677,x0,y117&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632249344202","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arika-traiforos"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_59331","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":471,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":57,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":24,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":62,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":74.9,"schoolId":59331,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Emerson Spanish Immersion School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Emerson Spanish Immersion School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/minnesota/minneapolis-public-schools/emerson-spanish-immersion-school/59331"}