{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cesar Chavez Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3020957,"projectId":10233373,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project and helping us bring much-needed organization to our learning space. Because of your generosity, we will be able to add a sturdy storage cabinet that will help us safely store our math learning materials and hands-on resources that our students use every day.\r\n\r\nYour donation is more than just a cabinet—it is an investment in creating a calm, organized, and welcoming classroom where students can focus on learning, exploring, and growing. Having accessible and secure storage will make it easier for us to keep materials ready for instruction and ensure that valuable resources are available when students need them.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on our classroom community for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1778530810143,"projectUrl":"project/shelf-control-needed-our-classroom-is/10233373/","projectTitle":"“Shelf Control Needed: Our Classroom Is Overflowing!”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Eide","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3020957_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704767058416","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3020957"},{"teacherId":3020957,"projectId":10088265,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and funding our storage cabinet project! Your generosity is making a meaningful difference in our learning environment.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, we will have a safe and organized place to store our reading books and learning materials for our language arts curriculum. Having a dedicated storage solution will help reduce clutter, keep materials easily accessible, and create a more functional space where students can focus on learning and creativity.\r\n\r\nAn organized classroom helps students feel calm, prepared, and ready to learn each day. Thanks to your kindness, we can make better use of our space and spend more time engaging in meaningful learning experiences rather than managing overcrowded storage areas.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your support and your investment in our students. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where learning can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1776143369549,"projectUrl":"project/storage-warsreplay/10088265/","projectTitle":"Storage Wars…Replay","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Eide","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3020957_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704767058416","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3020957"},{"teacherId":2940819,"projectId":10010412,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited when the new magnetic storage carts arrived! They immediately noticed how organized and accessible our classroom materials had become. The students were eager to help sort supplies and find new homes for the resources we use every day.\r\n\r\nThe storage carts have made a big difference in our classroom. Because they are on wheels, we can easily move materials where they are needed, and students can independently access supplies during learning activities. This has helped build responsibility and independence while reducing time spent searching for materials.\r\n\r\nOne memorable moment was watching students confidently gather the tools they needed for a writing and art project without having to ask for assistance. The organization has helped our classroom run more smoothly and has given students greater ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nAs we finish the school year and prepare for future projects, these storage carts will continue to help us keep materials organized, accessible, and ready for hands-on learning. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping create a learning environment where students can be successful and independent every day.","fullyFundedDate":1777986132925,"projectUrl":"project/helping-little-learners-stay-organized/10010412/","projectTitle":"Helping Little Learners Stay Organized","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2940819_orig.jpg?crop=1703,1703,x735,y493&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776121954845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tracyreed18"},{"teacherId":3646185,"projectId":10159807,"letterContent":"We in third grade would like to thank all of our donors for helping bring so much joy and excitement to our state testing. We did an unboxing yesterday on the carpet after introducing the idea of testing to the students, and it helped calm their nerves. The children were so excited to see and hear that people in our community were willing to invest in their success. Thank you again for providing access to snacks, headphones, and calming tools to help make the transition to testing less daunting. These kids are so outstanding and will do amazing in the up coming weeks, and I again cannot thank you know in helping me show them some love.","fullyFundedDate":1774046210124,"projectUrl":"project/testing-time-in-3rd-grade/10159807/","projectTitle":"Testing Time in 3rd Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Singleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3646185_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1466395989838","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3646185"},{"teacherId":903230,"projectId":9869497,"letterContent":"Today, I read Brave Every Day to my first group of first graders in the library using the wonderful donated books and wooden puzzles. The 1st graders listened and enjoyed the illustrations about how a girl learns to try to be brave in order to support a classmate. They also noticed how some students in the story teased the shy and scared student instead of supporting her. Some first grade students shared some times when they have been scared and decided to try being brave. \r\n\r\nThen I paired up students with classmates they might not normally choose to work with and sent them to put together the little wooden puzzles. When they finished one puzzle, they would switch places with another student pair and put together another puzzle. Most students completed three different puzzles. This gave students the chance to move around and work together. Some hadn't had a lot of experience with puzzles. \r\n\r\nI talked with each pair explaining how each classmate was a piece of the puzzle, and how every puzzle piece is needed to complete the puzzle. They got it too. They seemed to understand that they all fit in their classroom puzzle. Then they all happily went to browse and check out library books.","fullyFundedDate":1766621025814,"projectUrl":"project/reading-the-book-brave-everyday-every-p/9869497/","projectTitle":"Reading the book, Brave Everyday Every Puzzle Piece Belongs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp903230_orig.jpg?crop=2383,2384,x0,y71&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553712621603","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/903230"},{"teacherId":3020957,"projectId":9881151,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, our space is bursting with creativity, learning, and opportunity! From books and learning bins to art supplies and science tools, our students are surrounded by materials that spark curiosity and hands-on discovery each day.\r\n\r\nWith so many wonderful resources comes the challenge of keeping everything organized and accessible. Your support toward a heavy-duty steel storage cabinet will make a tremendous difference in helping us create a clean, safe, and functional learning environment. An organized classroom allows students to focus, move safely, and take pride in caring for their shared space. We are using it to start organizing classroom and art supplies! \r\n\r\nYou are helping us turn clutter into calm and making room for even more meaningful learning experiences. Your kindness directly impacts our students every single day, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us make room for more learning — and a little less mess!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1765850817796,"projectUrl":"project/storage-wars-classroom-editiontake-2/9881151/","projectTitle":"Storage Wars: Classroom Edition...Take 2!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Eide","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3020957_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704767058416","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3020957"},{"teacherId":3646185,"projectId":9532332,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your amazing support of our \"Growing Together as a Classroom Community\" initiative. Your contribution has brought joy and helped foster a closer and more open community in our 3rd-grade classroom. The books have been incredibly fun and have supported several classroom projects.\r\nWe just finished reading \"Third Grade Angels,\" and the kids used that read-aloud time to fill in their bookmarks and earn tickets to an EMS game! It was such an exciting experience. I also loved using the book \"A Letter From Your Teacher: On the First Day of School\" to create a project called \"A Letter for My Teacher: What I Want You to Know.\" This turned into something truly moving and impactful, changing how I engage with the students and how they see themselves in our classroom. It opened my eyes as their teacher to always assume positive intent.\r\nWe also used \"Just Ask!: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You\" to inspire an art project where students thought about something they loved about themselves, something that made them proud. They chose a part of themselves, took a picture, and explained why it was special. This activity created awareness about self-identity and the importance of being brave and true to oneself.\r\nThe Smiley Face Magnetic Reward Jar has created an environment of mutual respect, encouragement, and teamwork. The kids have set goals and work toward them as a unit, looking for the positives in one another and recognizing each other's strengths. This approach has shifted us from individual rewards to a focus on community teamwork.\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support, and seeing the value of investing in our classrooms!","fullyFundedDate":1759191147531,"projectUrl":"project/growing-together-as-a-classroom-communit/9532332/","projectTitle":"Growing Together as a Classroom Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Singleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3646185_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1466395989838","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3646185"},{"teacherId":2940819,"projectId":9884076,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with these story-based STEM kits. My students are using them during literacy and STEM blocks to connect reading with hands-on problem solving. After reading a familiar children's book together, students use the kits to tackle engineering challenges inspired by the story, such as designing solutions for a character or recreating an important setting. One especially memorable moment was watching students excitedly debate ideas, test their designs, and revise their plans—just like real engineers—while referencing the story details.\r\n\r\nWhen the kits first arrived, students were immediately engaged. They recognized many of the stories right away and couldn't wait to get started. Seeing their favorite characters and books come to life through building and experimenting made learning feel exciting and accessible. Students who sometimes struggle with traditional lessons felt confident jumping in, and the shared stories helped every child feel included and eager to participate.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using these STEM kits to strengthen comprehension, collaboration, and problem-solving skills as we dive deeper into both reading and science lessons. They will practice planning, building, testing, and improving their designs while making meaningful connections between literature and real-world thinking. Your generosity has helped transform stories into powerful learning experiences that inspire creativity, curiosity, and confidence in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1764741646968,"projectUrl":"project/engineering-adventures-where-curiosity/9884076/","projectTitle":"Engineering Adventures: Where Curiosity Meets Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2940819_orig.jpg?crop=1703,1703,x735,y493&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776121954845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tracyreed18"},{"teacherId":7054946,"projectId":9490786,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of our new classroom rug. We use it every single day during morning meetings, number corner math lessons, novel study readings and often for small group work. It has quickly become the heart of the classroom.\r\n\r\nStudents also love gathering on the rug during choice time. It's their favorite spot for independent reading, playing checkers, building Legos, and simply enjoying a comfortable place to learn and connect. \r\n\r\nThank you again for helping us build a welcoming space for our learners. A place to feel they belong and to spend quality time with one another. Your generosity truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1759189571474,"projectUrl":"project/the-launchpad-sharing-ideas-making-con/9490786/","projectTitle":"The Launchpad- Sharing Ideas, Making Connections, Togetherness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Natalie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7054946_orig.jpg?crop=995,995,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753910416103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7054946"},{"teacherId":2940819,"projectId":9869495,"letterContent":"When our new play dough tools, magnetic blocks, and snacks arrived, the students' faces lit up with excitement! They couldn't wait to start building and creating together. The play dough tools have become a wonderful hands-on way for students to strengthen fine motor skills and express creativity, while the magnetic blocks have encouraged teamwork, problem-solving, and imaginative play.\r\n\r\nThe addition of snacks has made a huge difference, too. Many of our students are facing challenges outside of school, and having access to healthy snacks helps them stay focused and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThese resources have created more opportunities for joyful learning and have helped our students feel cared for and supported. Thank you for helping our class thrive — your generosity truly makes a difference every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1762267662868,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-stem-and-smiles-for-first-grade/9869495/","projectTitle":"Snacks, STEM, and Smiles for First Grade Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2940819_orig.jpg?crop=1703,1703,x735,y493&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776121954845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tracyreed18"},{"teacherId":2940819,"projectId":9819682,"letterContent":"When our new storage bench and clear storage containers arrived, my students were so excited! They immediately noticed how they could see what was inside each bin and began helping organize our classroom supplies. The clear containers have made it easier for students to find what they need quickly and to take ownership of keeping our space tidy.\r\n\r\nThe storage bench has also become a favorite reading spot — students love sitting together during independent reading or morning meetings. It's created a cozy, organized, and welcoming area that makes our classroom feel more like a community.\r\n\r\nThese resources have truly helped our room run more smoothly and have encouraged students to take responsibility for our shared learning space. Thank you for helping us create a classroom that's both functional and inviting!","fullyFundedDate":1761975571767,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-everything-and-everything-in/9819682/","projectTitle":"A Place for Everything and Everything in Its Place!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2940819_orig.jpg?crop=1703,1703,x735,y493&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776121954845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tracyreed18"},{"teacherId":10069548,"projectId":9444029,"letterContent":"I am writing to express our sincere gratitude for your recent contribution of toys to our school's \"BEST BUCKS\" reward program. This program is a cornerstone of our positive behavior support system, where students earn \"BEST BUCKS\" for hard work, kindness, and other positive behaviors.\r\nThe excitement was palpable when we unveiled the new prize selections made possible by your donation. Your gift provides a tangible and highly motivating reward that encourages our students to make good choices and strive for success. Because of your generosity, our students are more engaged and excited about demonstrating positive behavior throughout our whole afterschool experience. \r\nSeveral students have decided to \"save up\" their \"bucks\" in order to try to get a bigger reward for waiting and earning bucks. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtful support of our students. 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