{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Esperanza Global Academy","outOfStateSupporters":29.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10172229,"projectId":9581832,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, our music classroom at Esperanza Global Academy has been transformed. Thanks to your support, we were able to raise nearly $2,000 and purchase a full class set of ukuleles for our students. Your kindness has put real instruments directly into the hands of young musicians who are eager to learn, create, and express themselves.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the ukuleles arrived, the excitement in the room was unforgettable. When students first opened the cases and realized that every person would have their own instrument to play, the room filled with wide eyes, smiles, and a chorus of \"Are these really for us?\" For many of my students, this was the first time they had ever held a string instrument. Watching them carefully strum their first chord was a powerful moment.\r\n\r\nWe are already putting the instruments to great use. One of our first classroom projects is learning basic chords and working together to play simple songs as an ensemble. Recently, students successfully learned their first three chords and used them to accompany a class sing-along. The pride on their faces when they realized they could play along with a real song was incredible. Students who are often shy in class have begun volunteering to demonstrate strumming patterns or help classmates tune their instruments.\r\n\r\nThese ukuleles are also helping us build important musical skills such as rhythm, listening, collaboration, and perseverance. Each lesson gives students the chance to grow not only as musicians but also as confident learners.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next step is for students to apply their new skills in a creative project. They will begin writing simple chord progressions and eventually collaborate in small groups to create their own short songs. Our goal is to host a classroom performance where students can share what they've learned and celebrate their progress as young musicians.\r\n\r\nYour support has given our students an opportunity they will remember for years to come. Thank you for believing in them and for helping bring music to life in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1765065749563,"projectUrl":"project/uke-can-ukulele-strike-a-chord-for-mus/9581832/","projectTitle":"UKE CAN UKULELE - Strike a Chord for Music Education!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Grzeca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10172229_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y56&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755631934097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10172229"},{"teacherId":10191442,"projectId":9645430,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contributions! They have made an enormous impact this year in helping my students be prepared and engaged learners. The supplies provided have made a meaningful and immediate difference for our students. Children whose basic needs are not met often struggle to perform academically. Thanks to you, students who previously would have come to school hungry or gone home on an empty stomach now have food, ensuring that hunger is not a deterrent to their learning. Your kindness has lifted a tremendous burden for many families and has helped create an environment where every student has the chance to thrive. Since receiving the new academic resources, my students have been using them daily across a variety of lessons. I implement the manipulatives as much as possible to engage students, but also to connect the math they do to its real-world applications. \r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, they were full of excitement. That excitement created a burst of motivation that's continued on since. Students want to learn because they know that community members are on their side, supporting them.\r\n Most of my students are people of color and come from underprivileged backgrounds. Your support has made it so our classroom is now better equipped with the tools children need to feel confident, prepared, and excited to learn. We are so deeply appreciative, and we hope to send your kindness forward!","fullyFundedDate":1765205113624,"projectUrl":"project/making-young-mathematicians/9645430/","projectTitle":"Making Young Mathematicians!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10191442_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755642042657","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10191442"},{"teacherId":10186971,"projectId":9619821,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our speech and language room has been transformed into an engaging, hands-on learning space! The new toys and classroom materials have made a tremendous difference in how my students participate and attend during sessions. We've been using the donated items—such as interactive play sets, puzzles, and sensory tools—to target language goals through play-based learning. For example, during small group sessions, students have been practicing turn-taking, requesting, labeling, and following directions while engaging with the new toys.\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement. Many of them immediately wanted to explore, touch, and play, which provided a perfect opportunity to model communication and social skills in a natural way. These materials have made learning feel more like play, and I've noticed my students are more focused, motivated, and eager to participate.\r\nThese resources have opened the door to so many meaningful learning moments, and I am deeply grateful for the support that has helped my students grow in confidence and communication.","fullyFundedDate":1755632346823,"projectUrl":"project/speech-therapy-room/9619821/","projectTitle":"Speech Therapy Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Castellon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10186971_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755631905041","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10186971"},{"teacherId":9898765,"projectId":9175908,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a true sensory-rich environment where my EC Pre-K students can explore, discover, and learn every single day. The sensory tools and materials you provided have become a central part of our routines, supporting my students' growth in language, social-emotional learning, and motor development.\r\n\r\nOne of the most memorable moments was the first day my students used the new sensory lights and calming tools. Their eyes lit up with excitement, and many of them immediately began exploring, touching, and interacting with the materials. For some of my students who struggle with focus or self-regulation, these resources have created calm, joyful spaces where they can feel safe and ready to learn.\r\n\r\n None of this would have been possible without your kindness and support. Thank you for believing in my students and giving them the chance to shine!","fullyFundedDate":1746786214248,"projectUrl":"project/hands-exploring-minds-growing-sensory/9175908/","projectTitle":"Hands Exploring, Minds Growing: Sensory Toys for a Brighter Future","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vanegas Isaza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9898765_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737003484343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9898765"},{"teacherId":9898765,"projectId":9065349,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a true sensory-rich environment where my EC Pre-K students can explore, discover, and learn every single day. The sensory tools and materials you provided have become a central part of our routines, supporting my students' growth in language, social-emotional learning, and motor development.\r\n\r\nOne of the most memorable moments was the first day my students used the new sensory lights and calming tools. Their eyes lit up with excitement, and many of them immediately began exploring, touching, and interacting with the materials. For some of my students who struggle with focus or self-regulation, these resources have created calm, joyful spaces where they can feel safe and ready to learn. None of this would have been possible without your kindness and support. Thank you for believing in my students and giving them the chance to shine!","fullyFundedDate":1746786518014,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-the-world-through-senses-a-se/9065349/","projectTitle":"Exploring the World Through Senses: a Sensory Classroom for ECPrek","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vanegas Isaza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9898765_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737003484343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9898765"},{"teacherId":9422025,"projectId":9178373,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when the box of rocks arrived. We discussed the value of being friendly to others and demonstrated what it looks like to be a friend. \r\n\r\nThen students were able to paint the rocks and add encouraging words. They wrote things like, \"you ROCK\", \"Be Brave\", and \"Smile.\" Finally, students were able to carry on the tradition of last year's first graders by adding the painted rocks to our school friendship garden. \r\n\r\nThank you so very much for supporting our school friendship garden.","fullyFundedDate":1746699549698,"projectUrl":"project/friendship-garden/9178373/","projectTitle":"Friendship Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9422025_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736212805914","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9422025"},{"teacherId":7863581,"projectId":7472532,"letterContent":"The phonics and phonemic awareness materials funded through DonorsChoose have revolutionized our first-grade classroom's approach to early literacy instruction. 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