{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Doral Academy - Fire Mesa","outOfStateSupporters":22.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7146870,"projectId":10000715,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing math supplies for my classroom. Your kindness and dedication to education have made a meaningful impact on my students and our learning environment.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the materials, the transition into our Art and Integration projects has been smooth and exciting for the students. Having the proper supplies readily available has allowed them to fully engage in hands-on activities, express their creativity, and strengthen their understanding of mathematical concepts in new and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a more interactive and inspiring classroom experience. My students are excited to learn, collaborate, and take pride in their work because of the opportunities your donation has provided.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and helping make learning both engaging and accessible. Your generosity is truly appreciated by both my students and me.","fullyFundedDate":1768179720558,"projectUrl":"project/math-in-motion-tools-that-engage-organ/10000715/","projectTitle":"Math in Motion: Tools That Engage, Organize and Empower Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Quinones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7146870_orig.png?crop=340,340,x8,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583276994424","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7146870"},{"teacherId":5485359,"projectId":10014658,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my Gifted and Talented Education classroom. Your gift will impact 65 GATE students in 3rd, 4th and 5th grade. We are crazy about robotics.\r\n\r\nLEGO robotics kits are so engaging for students learning how to build and code robots. The lessons are easy to follow, and students learn quickly how to make their robots move. \r\nI used to have to have 3-4 students per robot kit but now I am able to put students in groups of two which give more students a chance to learn how to program the robots.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited to see the new LEGO SPIKE PRIME kits because they like using the larger hubs in the SPIKE PRIME kits. I use the robots in the fall with an after-school club, and we enter the First LEGO League competition. The competition gives students a chance to interact with other students in the community.\r\n\r\nMy students and I are so grateful for the donation to purchase more LEGO robotics!","fullyFundedDate":1768443412081,"projectUrl":"project/crazy-about-robotics/10014658/","projectTitle":"Crazy About Robotics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gobora","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5485359_orig.jpg?crop=1679,1679,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109121995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/c-gobora"},{"teacherId":7532213,"projectId":10007311,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Your donations have made a meaningful and immediate impact on my students, and I am truly grateful for your kindness. The snacks and prizes you provided have become an important part of our classroom community through our ticket exchange system. Students earn tickets for positive behavior, effort, and responsibility, and being able to \"shop\" for rewards has been incredibly motivating. In a Title I school like ours, many students do not have regular access to treats or small prizes, so your contributions have helped create a more equitable and encouraging environment where all students can feel recognized and celebrated.\r\n\r\nYour support also extended beyond behavior incentives and into our learning experiences. Students were able to use some of the donated supplies to create their own game boards during our arts integration project in March. This hands-on activity allowed them to apply their learning in a creative and engaging way, while also building collaboration and problem-solving skills. Seeing their excitement and pride in their work was truly special. Thank you again for investing in our classroom and for helping to create opportunities that inspire, motivate, and support every student.","fullyFundedDate":1768258394755,"projectUrl":"project/tools-and-incentives-for-student-success/10007311/","projectTitle":"Tools and Incentives for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7532213_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721141953705","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hailey-hill"},{"teacherId":1906781,"projectId":10020560,"letterContent":"Your support completely elevated what's possible in our classroom. With the new materials—and especially the demo camera—we've been able to shift from \"watch from a distance\" to \"see every detail up close.\" During live demonstrations, students can now clearly follow brush techniques, clay construction methods, and layering in acrylic painting in real time. It's made a huge difference. Instead of repeating directions or having students crowd around, everyone has a front-row view, and they're actually applying techniques more accurately in their own work. We used this setup right away in a mixed-media unit where students moved between acrylic painting and clay forms, and the quality of their craftsmanship noticeably improved.\r\n\r\nThe students love the demo camera. It sounds simple, but it changed their engagement overnight. They were more focused, asked better questions, and took more risks because they felt confident in what they were trying. The refreshed materials also gave them a reset—better brushes, workable clay, and reliable paint meant fewer frustrations and more time actually creating. That shift matters. It turned what could have been a stop-and-go process into something fluid and exciting.\r\n\r\nNext, we're building on this by pushing into more advanced techniques and longer-form projects. Students are starting to combine acrylic and sculpture into cohesive pieces, thinking more intentionally about composition, texture, and meaning. The demo camera will continue to be a core tool as we move into more complex demonstrations—things that simply wouldn't be effective without that level of visibility. Your donation didn't just replace supplies—it upgraded how students learn, understand, and see themselves growing as artists.","fullyFundedDate":1768606301779,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-art-acrylic-clay-and-live-de/10020560/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Art: Acrylic, Clay, and Live Demonstrations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M. Felker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1906781_orig.jpg?crop=2479,2479,x393,y292&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694039672563","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msmfelker"},{"teacherId":1906781,"projectId":9624977,"letterContent":"Your support turned a simple idea into something our students are genuinely proud of. Using the materials you provided, students designed and built life-sized figure sculptures—starting with armatures made from recycled newspaper and wrapping them tightly to form the body. From there, they made creative decisions about posture, proportion, and expression. What started as a pile of plastic wrap and paper became full human forms that now live in our hallways as part of a larger installation. It pushed students to think in three dimensions, problem-solve constantly, and collaborate in a way that doesn't happen with flat artwork.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, there was a mix of confusion and excitement—most of them had never built anything like this before. But once they got started, they were hooked. They kept saying things like, \"Wait, this actually looks like a person,\" and you could see their confidence grow as the forms came together. The moment we installed the figures in the hallway was the payoff—students from all grade levels stopped, stared, and asked how they were made. My students got to experience what it feels like to create something that others notice and talk about.\r\n\r\nNext, we're building on this by transforming the figures into more expressive, finished works. Students are adding surface details, color, and storytelling elements—turning them into characters that communicate ideas, emotions, or social commentary. This project opened the door to sculpture in a way that felt accessible and exciting, and now they're ready to push it further. Your donation didn't just provide supplies—it gave students a chance to take creative risks and see themselves as real artists.","fullyFundedDate":1755831159530,"projectUrl":"project/contemporary-art-packaging-tape-sculpt/9624977/","projectTitle":"Contemporary Art - Packaging Tape Sculptures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M. Felker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1906781_orig.jpg?crop=2479,2479,x393,y292&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694039672563","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msmfelker"},{"teacherId":9527546,"projectId":10000746,"letterContent":"Reading in our classroom is an active, engaging, and joyful part of each day. Students participate in a variety of reading experiences, including whole-group lessons, small guided reading groups, and independent reading time. During these moments, you'll see students practicing foundational skills like decoding and fluency, while also building comprehension through discussions, partner work, and responding to texts. We focus on helping students not only learn how to read, but also develop a genuine love for books and storytelling.\r\nThe addition of these new books has made a meaningful impact on our classroom. Students are excited to explore different genres, topics, and characters that reflect their interests. Many eagerly choose books during independent reading time and are more motivated to stay engaged for longer periods. It has been especially rewarding to see students who were previously hesitant about reading become more confident and enthusiastic as they discover stories they connect with.\r\nSeveral students have stood out in their excitement for the new books, often asking for extra reading time or sharing their favorite parts with classmates. They enjoy discussing characters, making predictions, and recommending books to one another. This sense of excitement has helped build a strong reading community in our classroom, where students feel encouraged and inspired to grow as readers. Your generous support has truly made a difference, and we are so grateful for the opportunities these books provide.","fullyFundedDate":1768169337561,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-tools-for-growing-minds/10000746/","projectTitle":"Engaging Tools for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9527546_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715090746337","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msriverateaches"},{"teacherId":8137255,"projectId":10012874,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for contributing to the needs of my students. The paper cutter has come in use weekly with cutting the notes for students to then glue into their notebooks. Students have been so thankful to have so many glue sticks available and not ruined. \r\n\r\nThank you as well for the many pencils and 3x5 flash cards. Students have been using the notecards to show work for their math problems and check them with each other. The laser leveler has been helpful in hanging anchor charts and other informative posters around the room. Thank you for your considerable donation.","fullyFundedDate":1768416401476,"projectUrl":"project/student-necessities/10012874/","projectTitle":"Student Necessities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Plancarte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8137255"},{"teacherId":8137255,"projectId":9626114,"letterContent":"Thank you all for your kind contribution. My students have been so thankful to have the best compasses to use for class. These metal compasses are more accurate and are strong enough to be used by multiple students without losing their accuracy. \r\nThank you as well for the adhesive squares that students used regularly for putting pages into their notebooks instead of glue. Students also were very thankful for the use of the pencils on a regular basis. Knowing all of these materials were always available brought ease to the students daily.","fullyFundedDate":1762267674441,"projectUrl":"project/student-supplies/9626114/","projectTitle":"Student Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Plancarte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8137255"},{"teacherId":8137255,"projectId":8466984,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for donating to this project. The decor in the classroom really gave it life and added so much needed color. Thank you also for the stepping stools which allowed both the students and me to use the smart board at the front of the classroom with ease. \r\nThank you all for the colorful paper. The copy paper, cardstock colors and colored paper were all used for student projects. Thank you also for the amazing white board. We were able to put it up and use it in the classroom for the purpose of having all students solve their work on whiteboards around the room.","fullyFundedDate":1723682339512,"projectUrl":"project/essentials-decorations-and-tools-to-cre/8466984/","projectTitle":"Essentials, Decorations and Tools to Create a Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Plancarte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8137255"},{"teacherId":8137255,"projectId":7977820,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for donating to this project. Students were able to use the pocket chart filled with needed items throughout the year. Students had access to calculators, rulers, compasses, scissors, and protractors when they needed them.\r\nThank you for making it possible for my students to have the necessary tools to be successful. The pencils and highlighters were useful for note-taking and completing work. Students were relieved to know that the tools they needed were always available.","fullyFundedDate":1699317401430,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-future-mathematicians/7977820/","projectTitle":"Tools for Future Mathematicians","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Plancarte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8137255"},{"teacherId":7017426,"projectId":10037092,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our project. The arrival of the watercolor paints, drawing paper, and markers sparked an immediate wave of excitement in our classroom. Having high-quality materials allowed my students to dive deep into their creative process without worrying about sharing a single dried-out marker or running out of paper. These supplies weren't just \"tools\"—they were the catalysts that turned our classroom into a vibrant studio where every student felt empowered to express their ideas.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donation was most visible during our preparation for the spring Arts Integration Night. My students used the markers and paint to create stunning informative posters, as well as social media awareness graphics that highlighted the intersection of art and digital literacy. Seeing them take pride in their work as they prepared to showcase it to the community was a truly moving experience. Additionally, the new headphones have been a game-changer for our daily laptop work, allowing students to focus on their digital assignments with clarity and without the distraction of background noise.\r\n\r\nYour support does more than just fill our cabinets with supplies; it sends a powerful message to my students that their education and their creativity are worth investing in. By providing these resources, you have helped foster a classroom environment where students feel seen, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential. We are all deeply grateful for your kindness and for being such vital partners in our learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1768751997991,"projectUrl":"project/spark-creativity-with-ela/10037092/","projectTitle":"Spark Creativity with ELA","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Owen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7017426"},{"teacherId":9360978,"projectId":9987301,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and making this project possible! Because of your generosity, my students now have the essential supplies they need to fully participate in learning each day, along with a cozy classroom rug that has quickly become the heart of our room. We use these materials constantly—students are writing, organizing their work, and engaging more confidently in lessons. One of my favorite moments was watching the class gather on the new rug for our morning meeting. Students were smiling, sharing, and truly connecting with one another in a space that feels warm and welcoming.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students were eager to open everything and couldn't wait to start using the supplies. The rug, especially, brought so much joy—many students commented on how comfortable and \"home-like\" our classroom felt. For many of my students, having access to these resources removed a barrier and allowed them to focus on learning rather than worrying about what they might be missing.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our learning, we will be using these supplies to support small-group instruction, writing projects, and collaborative activities. The rug will remain a central space for read-alouds, discussions, and building our classroom community. Your support is helping create an environment where students feel safe, confident, and ready to learn each day. 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