{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mater Academy Cactus Park","outOfStateSupporters":78.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9773551,"projectId":10030188,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our classroom, I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous donation. Your thoughtful contribution has made a meaningful impact on our students and their learning experience.\r\n\r\nThe donated items brought excitement and encouragement into our classroom. Many students felt motivated and inspired to work harder, participate more actively, and take greater pride in their learning. Seeing new materials and resources available to them helped build their confidence and enthusiasm each day.\r\n\r\nYour kindness not only provided valuable supplies, but also reminded my students that there are caring people who believe in their success and future. This encouragement means so much, especially to students who may face challenges both inside and outside of school.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom environment has become more engaging, positive, and supportive. Students are eager to use the donated items, collaborate with one another, and put forth their best effort in their assignments and activities.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity, support, and investment in education. Your donation is truly appreciated, and the impact you have made will continue to motivate and inspire my students throughout the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1768700985215,"projectUrl":"project/building-skills-confidence/10030188/","projectTitle":"Building Skills & Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vanessa P","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9773551"},{"teacherId":10414240,"projectId":10046347,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to essential supplies such as cold packs, brushes, wipes, underwear, stickers, and a rolling cart to help keep everything organized and accessible. These may seem like simple items, but they make an enormous difference in the daily lives of my students. Many of our children come from underserved families where basic necessities can be difficult to provide. Your donation allows me to meet those immediate needs so my students can feel comfortable, confident, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies arrived, my students were so excited to see new materials. They especially loved the stickers and were amazed to see that we now had supplies available whenever someone needed them. Something as simple as being able to brush their hair, change into clean clothes after an accident, or receive a cold pack when they get hurt helps them regain confidence and return to class focused on learning instead of worrying about their basic needs. Watching their smiles and seeing the relief on their faces reminded me how meaningful your gift truly is.\r\n\r\nYour generosity extends far beyond the supplies themselvesd, it gives my students dignity, comfort, and the reassurance that they are cared for. As we continue through the school year, these resources will help create an environment where every child feels safe, supported, and prepared to participate in lessons each day. Thank you for believing in my students and for making such a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1769195704846,"projectUrl":"project/ms-graces-corner/10046347/","projectTitle":"Ms. Grace's Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Grace","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10414240_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1783449150490","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414240"},{"teacherId":10406979,"projectId":10029808,"letterContent":"The generous donations our program received have made a meaningful impact on both my students and our basketball team. The new basketballs, ball rack, stickers, and iPad have brought a new level of excitement and organization to our practices. Having enough quality equipment means every student has more opportunities to participate, develop their skills, and stay engaged during drills. The ball rack helps keep our equipment organized and accessible, allowing us to spend more time learning and practicing instead of searching for supplies. The stickers have also been a fun way to recognize effort, teamwork, and positive attitudes, helping motivate students to give their best every day.\r\n\r\nThe iPad has become an especially valuable learning tool for our team. It allows us to record practices and games so students can watch their performance, identify areas for improvement, and celebrate their progress. Visual feedback helps students better understand skills and strategies that can be difficult to explain through words alone. Many of my students have become more confident after seeing their growth on video, and they are excited to use the technology as part of their learning. Thanks to your generosity, my students have access to resources that make practices more engaging, build teamwork, and create an environment where every athlete has the opportunity to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768689084912,"projectUrl":"project/cactus-basketball/10029808/","projectTitle":"Cactus Basketball","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10406979_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1783464032375","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10406979"},{"teacherId":10401752,"projectId":10008123,"letterContent":"Thanks you so much for the supply's that I received. It has really helped me get my classroom in order for my first year. We have been using all the supplies you donated often. My kids really like using the sharpies to color. As well as all the expo markers to draw on their white boards. The pencils have helped too because they always seem to go missing or get broken. \r\n\r\nAnyways all the supplies have been a huge help to me and I couldn't have done it with all the donors. It made my start to my first year much better.","fullyFundedDate":1768196340863,"projectUrl":"project/brand-new-teacher-in-need-of-supplies/10008123/","projectTitle":"Brand New Teacher in Need of Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Andersen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401752"},{"teacherId":9350222,"projectId":10008868,"letterContent":"\"Turning Pages, Building Voices\" has had an immediate and meaningful impact on my English Learners. With these new resources, students are engaging in daily, structured reading practice that builds both confidence and language skills. We've used part of the donations to stay organized, ensuring materials are easily accessible and purposeful during small group instruction and independent reading and other items to incentivize student progress and goal-setting. One powerful moment was during a partner reading activity, when a student who is typically hesitant to speak volunteered to read aloud and discuss the story with a peer—something they had never done before. It was a clear sign that the right tools and motivation can truly unlock student voice.\r\nWhen the materials were first introduced, students were excited and eager to explore them. Many gravitated toward books that reflected their interests and cultures, helping them feel seen and more willing to participate. The added incentives created an extra layer of excitement, encouraging students to stay focused and celebrate their growth along the way. Seeing their enthusiasm reinforced how impactful it is to combine engaging resources with meaningful motivation.\r\nMoving forward, we are building on this momentum by incorporating more student discussions, writing responses, and collaborative projects tied to their reading. Students are beginning to make deeper connections and express their ideas more confidently, both orally and in writing. Our next steps include continuing to use these tools to track goals, celebrate milestones, and support students in becoming independent, confident readers and communicators. We are so grateful for all the support through your generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1768718483777,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-building-voices-helping/10008868/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages, Building Voices: Helping English Learners Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Corona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9350222_orig.jpg?crop=300,300,x48,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768526818226","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9350222"},{"teacherId":10399722,"projectId":9996096,"letterContent":"My students were very happy when my materials first arrived for the classroom. I used everything I purchased to make their learning more easier and for them to be more comfortable in the space that they are at for the majority of the day. My students use these material materials all the time. I always make sure that my students have the best that I can give them and they know that they need to take care of everything that we have in our classroom.\r\nMy students are almost about to graduate from kindergarten, and I am so excited for them to continue on their educational journey. The materials that were provided for me through donors, choose will continue to help me and my future students and their education.","fullyFundedDate":1768154753656,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-cervantes/9996096/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Cervantes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cervantes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399722"},{"teacherId":10399822,"projectId":10004858,"letterContent":"I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the generous donors who supported our fourth-grade classroom at Cactus Park Elementary School. Your thoughtful donations of mints, snacks, headphones, and notebooks have made a meaningful difference in our daily learning environment. These simple but important items help students stay focused, comfortable, and prepared throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom is better equipped to support every student. The headphones allow students to fully engage in digital learning activities, the notebooks help them stay organized and practice their writing, and the snacks and mints provide small boosts that help keep energy and morale high during busy school days.\r\n\r\nYour generosity shows our students that their community cares about their education and success. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping create a positive, supportive learning space for our fourth graders at Cactus Park Elementary. We truly appreciate your support.","fullyFundedDate":1768189010248,"projectUrl":"project/feed-the-kids-love-for-learning/10004858/","projectTitle":"Feed the Kids Love for Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Baugh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10399822_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1783081258324","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399822"},{"teacherId":9586703,"projectId":9990341,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous donation to our classroom. Our students truly appreciate your support and have already been putting the materials to great use.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has helped our students stay on track academically and has boosted their confidence in their learning. It is making a meaningful difference in our classroom each day. When they first saw the donation they got they got really excited. \r\n\r\nThank you for your continued support and for investing in the success of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768163821908,"projectUrl":"project/equity-in-education-starts-here/9990341/","projectTitle":"Equity in Education Starts Here","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sindy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9586703_orig.jpg?crop=1876,1876,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767934661396","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9586703"},{"teacherId":10401695,"projectId":10007518,"letterContent":"Thanks to these new resources I have many new things to show my students. Some of the toys are being used during centers while others are for DI. My students where really excited when they saw the new materials when they were exploring the centers and would tell me how they liked those new toys. We try to make every lesson for them as entertaining and meaningful as we can so that they can get the best of all of this and we have been able to do so because we had new materials that we could use. Thank you for these resources and materials.","fullyFundedDate":1768186807322,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-play-light-creativity/10007518/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Play: Light, Creativity, and STEM for Pre-K Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ahtziri","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401695"},{"teacherId":10113968,"projectId":9996145,"letterContent":"When these materials arrived, it truly felt like a gift not just for me, but for every single one of my students. For many of them, this is their very first school experience, and your generosity has helped make it a positive, exciting, and safe place to learn.\r\nThe joy on their faces was unforgettable. They were so excited about everything from the new pencils and fun erasers to the cozy bean bag chair that has quickly become our favorite reading spot. The snacks have also made a huge difference, helping students stay focused and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\nOne moment that really stayed with me happened during phonics time. Using the letter crayons and Phonics Bingo, one of my students read a word independently for the first time. She looked up at me with the biggest smile and said, \"I did it!\" That moment of pride and confidence is something I will never forget.\r\nThese materials are helping my students grow not only academically but also emotionally. They are learning to take risks, try again, and believe in themselves. As we continue through the year, we will use these resources to build stronger reading and math skills while also growing as a classroom community.\r\nThank you for helping create a classroom where my students feel supported, confident, and excited to learn every day. Your kindness is making a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1768172040707,"projectUrl":"project/ms-raygoza-a-great-start/9996145/","projectTitle":"Ms. Raygoza - A Great Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Raygoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10113968_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x80,y32&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768105308691","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10113968"},{"teacherId":10086353,"projectId":9998729,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donations. Over break, my classroom unexpectedly flooded due to a hole in the ceiling, and many of our supplies were ruined — including my students' headphones, their badges, and all of our dry‑erase boards. It was overwhelming to return and see so much damage.\r\n\r\nYour donations made it possible for us to recover quickly. The ink allowed me to recreate all of my students' badges, and the new headphones ensured every child received a fresh pair to continue their learning. Our vacuum has already become a daily lifesaver, especially with breakfast in the classroom and a tile floor. The Clorox wipes are used constantly to keep shared supplies and desks clean. And the alphabet letters have been such a helpful tool during small‑group ELA instruction.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us rebuild after such an unexpected setback. Your kindness made a difficult situation so much easier, and my students and I are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768157136930,"projectUrl":"project/ms-amber-kinder-crew/9998729/","projectTitle":"Ms Amber Kinder Crew","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10086353_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768161814599","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10086353"},{"teacherId":9633636,"projectId":10006927,"letterContent":"Thank you so much! This project has had a meaningful and positive impact on my students and our classroom. When the materials arrived, students were excited and genuinely happy to receive them. Their enthusiasm was evident as they explored the new resources, which immediately increased their engagement and motivation to learn.\r\n\r\nThe donated materials are now being used regularly, particularly during small-group instruction and collaborative group activities. These resources have enhanced student participation, supported hands-on learning, and encouraged teamwork and positive behavior. Through the use of these materials, students were able to stay focused, demonstrate effort, and perform to the best of their abilities across various learning activities. The reward-based materials also reinforced positive behaviors and helped build student confidence.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these resources will continue to support our current lessons by strengthening skill development through structured group work and interactive activities. The materials provided through this project have enriched our learning environment and will have a lasting impact on students' academic, social, and emotional growth. 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