{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mark Twain Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":64.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4448563,"projectId":9963004,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in providing the light meals, snacks, and drinks that made it possible to send home our 19th food bags of the year. Because of you, families in our community continue to receive nourishment and care in a way that is both consistent and meaningful. Your willingness to give ensures that these bags are filled with comfort, dignity, and hope.\r\n\r\nOur students are tremendously grateful for the contents of these bags and truly look forward to helping pack and distribute them each Friday. This project has become a source of pride and purpose for them, allowing students to see firsthand how compassion and service can make a real difference. Your support helps cultivate empathy, responsibility, and a deep sense of community within our school.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this project and your support will long surpass my time in education. We are deeply grateful that you have chosen to be such an integral part of our journey and to help us meet the most basic needs of our families. Thank you for standing with us and for continuing to make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.","fullyFundedDate":1766004277925,"projectUrl":"project/food-bag-friday/9963004/","projectTitle":"Food Bag Friday","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4448563_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509579419886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jacqueline-bailey"},{"teacherId":4598195,"projectId":9953021,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations toward our middle-of-the-year exam celebration. Our students will be taking their assessments this Tuesday and Wednesday, and they are excited to show what they know. Your support has helped build enthusiasm and positivity around this important moment in their learning.\r\n\r\nStudents who meet one of their individual growth goals in reading or math will earn an extra 30-minute recess, and those who meet both goals will also enjoy a full-size candy bar and a hot cocoa bar. These small but meaningful incentives you have provided encourage our students to work hard, stay focused, and remain motivated throughout their exams.\r\n\r\nWe are proud to continue striving to remain the number one elementary school in the district, and your generosity plays a vital role in that success. Thank you for showing up for our students and supporting their hard work and achievements.","fullyFundedDate":1765656017567,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-success-celebration/9953021/","projectTitle":"Sweet Success Celebration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4598195_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501772305282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4598195"},{"teacherId":4598195,"projectId":9709525,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution of new books to our 4th grade classroom library. Your support directly benefits our students and has already sparked excitement for reading throughout our classroom. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to our learners.\r\n\r\nOur students are working hard to close the achievement gap in reading and to meet their individual growth goals. To do this successfully, they must have access to books at both their independent and instructional reading levels. The books you have donated make this possible and provide our students with the tools they need to grow as confident, capable readers.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom library is now a place where every student can find books that meet their needs and interests. This access will lead to meaningful and lasting growth, and we are so thankful for the way you have chosen to show up for our students and support their success.","fullyFundedDate":1767246758729,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-for-everyone/9709525/","projectTitle":"Reading is for Everyone!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4598195_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501772305282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4598195"},{"teacherId":6554790,"projectId":9958364,"letterContent":"This Friday was no different than the previous 18 of this school year. The generosity of donors like you have helped to ensure that our students have light meals, snacks and drinks waiting to be packed each Friday morning. \r\n\r\nYour donations this past month provided every child in fourth grade with a package of ramen noodles, macaroni and cheese, tuna, cereal, muffins, popcorn, chips, apple sauce, fruit snacks, cookies and beef jerky. \r\n\r\nThese small but mighty snacks help us to ensure that no matter where our students heads lay at night, they will be fed. Thank you so much for making this possible, we are truly so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1766067672231,"projectUrl":"project/food-bag-fridays/9958364/","projectTitle":"Food Bag Friday's","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jennifer Reyes-Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6554790_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719698027056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jennifer-reyes-garcia"},{"teacherId":9197683,"projectId":9926611,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of new books for our 4th grade classroom library and book club. Your support has helped refresh our collection and given students access to stories they are excited to read.\r\n\r\nClassics like Charlotte's Web and The Mouse and the Motorcycle are already sparking excitement and will be adored by my students for years to come. Having engaging, high-quality books makes a lasting impact on their reading experience.\r\n\r\nProviding students with books that truly interest them is one of the best ways to help them grow as readers and develop a lifelong love of reading. Thank you for helping us restock our library and reach new heights together.","fullyFundedDate":1764885324732,"projectUrl":"project/closing-the-achievement-gap/9926611/","projectTitle":"Closing the Achievement Gap","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9197683_orig.jpg?crop=2048,2048,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728002278922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9197683"},{"teacherId":4448563,"projectId":9644496,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in providing new tennis shoes for our elementary students this school year. Since August of 2025, your support has helped put just over 100 students into brand-new shoes. This is a truly remarkable impact and something you should be very proud of. Your kindness has made a visible and meaningful difference in the daily lives of our students.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students in a Title I school, a new pair of solid tennis shoes is far more than just footwear. Proper shoes help students participate fully in recess, physical education, and classroom activities without discomfort, embarrassment, or safety concerns. When students have shoes that fit well and are reliable, they are better able to focus on learning, stay active, and feel confident among their peers.\r\n\r\nOur families, students, and staff members are tremendously grateful for the way you continue to show up for our school community. Your generosity sends a powerful message to our students that they are seen, supported, and valued. Thank you for partnering with us and for making such a lasting, positive difference in the lives of our children.","fullyFundedDate":1765504189348,"projectUrl":"project/shoes-for-kids/9644496/","projectTitle":"Shoes for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4448563_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509579419886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jacqueline-bailey"},{"teacherId":4448563,"projectId":9949458,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing our boys and girls soccer teams with a brand-new team cooler, Gatorade squirt bottles, and new soccer balls for both games and practices. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact on our athletic program.\r\n\r\nThese materials ensure our teams have everything they need to stay hydrated, prepared, and focused throughout the spring season. Having quality equipment helps our players feel supported and confident as they train and compete.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your investment in our student-athletes and their success. Thanks to you, our teams are ready for a great season, and we are so excited to see them play!","fullyFundedDate":1765469914221,"projectUrl":"project/successful-spring-soccer-season/9949458/","projectTitle":"Successful Spring Soccer Season","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4448563_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509579419886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jacqueline-bailey"},{"teacherId":10218837,"projectId":9962504,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation and for believing in our mission. Your kindness and support make a meaningful difference, and we are truly grateful for your commitment.\r\nBecause of donors like you, we are able to continue our work and make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve. Your generosity helps turn our goals into reality, and we could not do this without you.\r\nThank you again for your support, encouragement, and trust. We are deeply appreciative of your contribution.\r\nWith sincere gratitude,\r\nThank you","fullyFundedDate":1766090162446,"projectUrl":"project/fun-and-yummy-snacks/9962504/","projectTitle":"Fun and Yummy Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. De La Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10218837"},{"teacherId":4448563,"projectId":9976347,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued generosity in providing light meals, snacks, and drinks for our Friday food bags. Your ongoing support has made it possible for us to send food home with our students every Friday for 18 consecutive weeks this school year, ensuring they have nourishment and peace of mind over the weekend.\r\n\r\nThese food bags are especially essential for our fourth-grade students, many of whom are responsible for preparing their own meals or helping care for younger siblings. The easy-to-access items such as noodles, macaroni and cheese, oatmeal, cereal, and tuna packets allow them to feel capable and independent while meeting a very real need.\r\n\r\nOur students also appreciate the comfort of familiar snacks like beef jerky sticks, popcorn, and applesauce pouches. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to this program and for helping us carry it on for nearly three school years. Your generosity continues to make a lasting difference in the lives of our students and their families.","fullyFundedDate":1767568174270,"projectUrl":"project/food-bag-friday/9976347/","projectTitle":"Food Bag Friday","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4448563_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509579419886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jacqueline-bailey"},{"teacherId":9199730,"projectId":9948954,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity in contributing to our hygiene closet. From deodorant and hair brushes to toothpaste and everything in between, these items are critical necessities that not all of our students have readily available.\r\n\r\nJust recently, one of our students arrived at school with her hair completely matted. Because of your kindness, our staff members were able to take time to gently detangle her hair and style it into two beautiful braids. That simple act, made possible by your donations, meant more than words can express.\r\n\r\nFor the rest of the day, she was absolutely ecstatic about her new hairstyle and couldn't wait to show it off to everyone she met. Moments like this remind us how truly impactful your support is. Your generosity is restoring confidence, dignity, and joy to our students, and we are deeply grateful for all that you give.","fullyFundedDate":1765469913815,"projectUrl":"project/hygiene-needs-for-students/9948954/","projectTitle":"Hygiene Needs for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9199730_orig.jpg?crop=1945,1945,x81,y88&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720639221068","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9199730"},{"teacherId":2840485,"projectId":9993228,"letterContent":"I am forever grateful to everyone who made a donation to this project! My goal is to reach as many students and their families as I can. Food insecurity is a real thing in my community and we have been able to reach over 100 families through projects like this one. You are helping me reach this goal every time you make a donation. \r\nMy students and their families will be so very thankful and relieved to receive these boxes of food during a time that food is expensive and buying nutritional food is difficult because of this as well. \r\nI look forward to helping more families with this project and I hope to be able to reach many more families with future projects as well. I can never say thank you enough. I truly appreciate it all.","fullyFundedDate":1768244196915,"projectUrl":"project/food-for-children/9993228/","projectTitle":"Food for Children","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Michael","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2840485"},{"teacherId":9199730,"projectId":9948966,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in providing snacks for our students during the month of January. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our school day, especially during the long morning hours of learning.\r\n\r\nOur fourth-grade students eat breakfast before 8:00 a.m. and do not have lunch until 12:30 p.m., which can make for a challenging stretch of time. Hunger can interrupt focus and learning, but your donation has helped bridge that gap and support our students' ability to stay engaged in the classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, we are able to pause, refuel, and continue learning together. Your kindness also ensures that no child goes without, regardless of the contents of their refrigerator at home. 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