{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cesar Chavez K-8 School","outOfStateSupporters":32.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3715767,"projectId":9569217,"letterContent":"Entering the rainy season in the Pacific Northwest means more incidences of indoor recess. This also allows more opportunities to play with the cool games and toys on the shelves. In first grade, we don't have a play time like kindergarten does, embedded in the learning day. However, kids need more opportunities to play, using their imaginations, practicing sharing, taking turns, collaborating, and communicating while they are still kids! \r\n\r\nStudents love playing with the animals, especially the baby animals, and use Magnatiles and Magnetix blocks to build structures to make a zoo. One student used a container that holds toy cars to pretend her animals were swimming in a pool. Now there's some imagination! Thank you so much for helping us build our collection of animals to play \"Zoo\" or \"Farm\", and have fun with imaginative play!","fullyFundedDate":1755708851841,"projectUrl":"project/imaginative-play-for-indoor-recess/9569217/","projectTitle":"Imaginative Play for Indoor Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Melissa Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3715767_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470123290260","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3715767"},{"teacherId":3715767,"projectId":9569116,"letterContent":"Your donations to build our snack supply was greatly appreciated! My students get very excited when it is a day for a crunchy snack. Our school receives fresh fruits or veggies twice per week for snack. We had been concerned that the program, which used to be everyday, was going to be dropped altogether. Crunchy snacks are available on days when we do not get the fresh fruits or veggies. We also were able to purchase fruit snacks, which is the easiest to share with the students when I have a substitute teacher in the room for the day.\r\n\r\nOn Fridays, we eat any leftover fruit and vegetables from earlier in the week, and the crunchy snacks are also available for what we call Seconds Day for anyone who is still hungry. This has been a BIG hit, especially when we have so many food insecure families. Some students get all their meals from school, so tasty, crunchy snacks is always a plus. We also have a student with a peanut allergy, making snack choice a great benefit, knowing they can safely enjoy peanut-free snacks. We have some picky eaters also, opting often to not eat during lunch. I encourage my students to fuel up their brains for afternoon learning!\r\n\r\nThanks again for your care in feeding a child!","fullyFundedDate":1755708852192,"projectUrl":"project/power-up-snacks-for-first-graders/9569116/","projectTitle":"Power Up Snacks for First Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Melissa Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3715767_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470123290260","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3715767"},{"teacherId":10087785,"projectId":9488225,"letterContent":"The new resources for our classroom are amazing! I have been able to purchase a combination of basic school supplies and key organization materials that have created a more clutter-free, clean and welcoming classroom environment for my students. With over 110 students that rotate through this classroom on a daily basis, these materials have supported this space being one in which they each feel they have a safe and comfortable place to be.\r\n\r\nThe basic materials I have been able to provide as a result of your donations include brand new coloring materials and storage boxes for each table group, sharpie markers and chart paper for group poster projects, and adhesive whiteboards for the front-of-room instruction and learning targets. \r\n\r\nThe organizational materials that I have been able to provide include storage bins with individual hanging file folders for each student and a lock-safe filing cabinet for sensitive student documents. Your donation has made a big difference in the lives of these students! Having new materials is a big deal. Having beautiful and clean spaces is a big deal. And having something as simple as a hanging file folder with their own name on it is a big deal. Your donation is a BIG DEAL! Thank you for your generosity. It matters.","fullyFundedDate":1753570853571,"projectUrl":"project/basic-classroom-needs/9488225/","projectTitle":"Basic Classroom Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10087785_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y69&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753311670239","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10087785"},{"teacherId":7460990,"projectId":9235129,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire school community, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous contribution in purchasing Black Student Union (BSU) stoles for our 8th grade promotion ceremony.\r\n\r\nYour support made more than just a financial impact—it made an emotional one. When our students wore their BSU stoles, they stood a little taller. They felt proud of who they are, seen for their identity and culture, and deeply valued by their community. The stoles were not just a symbol of promotion—they were a symbol of heritage, belonging, and possibility.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, this gesture sparked something greater: a belief that college is not just a dream, but an attainable goal. Seeing themselves celebrated and uplifted in such a powerful way helped them envision a future full of opportunity and purpose.\r\n\r\nThank you for being part of that vision. Your generosity helped us plant seeds of confidence, pride, and ambition that will carry these young scholars far beyond 8th grade.","fullyFundedDate":1744030956150,"projectUrl":"project/8th-grade-bsu-promotion-stoles/9235129/","projectTitle":"8th Grade BSU Promotion Stoles","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7460990_orig.jpg?crop=674,674,x218,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726693510135","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7460990"},{"teacherId":6808264,"projectId":9056409,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of \"Shaping Creativity: Inspiring Young Artists Through 3D Clay Projects,\" our students at Cesar Chavez have had the opportunity to bring their ideas to life in clay.\r\n\r\nThis year, clay has become a medium for every grade level in our school. From our youngest learners experimenting with pinch pots to our older students creating detailed forms and vessels, each class has been able to experience the excitement of working with three-dimensional materials. For many, this has been their first chance to sculpt with clay, and it has opened up new ways to explore texture, form, and creativity.\r\n\r\nYour generosity also made it possible to launch a 3D Art class for middle school students, where clay projects serve as a foundation for more advanced exploration in sculpture. Students in this class have been able to push their ideas further—developing skills in building, problem-solving, and artistic expression that go beyond traditional two-dimensional art.\r\n\r\nEvery day, I see the joy, focus, and pride that clay work brings to our students. These projects are more than just art assignments—they build confidence, patience, and a sense of accomplishment. None of this would be possible without your belief in the power of creativity.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our students and our school community, thank you for helping shape the next generation of young artists.","fullyFundedDate":1742953592255,"projectUrl":"project/shaping-creativity-inspiring-young-arti/9056409/","projectTitle":"Shaping Creativity: Inspiring Young Artists Through 3D Clay Projects","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Merrill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6808264"},{"teacherId":2382619,"projectId":9646330,"letterContent":"On behalf of our classroom, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of an air conditioner. Your kindness has transformed our learning environment in such a meaningful way. Instead of struggling with the heat, students and I can now focus on lessons, feeling comfortable, and enjoying being in the classroom.\r\n\r\nAlready, we've seen such a positive impact—students are more energetic, engaged, and ready to participate in activities without the distraction of extreme heat. Having a cool, comfortable space helps us create the best possible learning experience, and it truly would not have been possible without your support. Your generosity has not only provided relief from the heat, but also shown our students how much others care about their success.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and for making such a difference in the daily lives of our students. We are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1756302957522,"projectUrl":"project/too-hot-to-learn-help-us-stay-cool/9646330/","projectTitle":"Too Hot to Learn! Help Us Stay Cool!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2382619_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1466705807398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-prahl"},{"teacherId":9832068,"projectId":8934092,"letterContent":"Thank you so much ,Many of the resources you provided have made a big difference by helping my students visually understand and practice coping strategies. The books about handling emotions opened up important conversations and gave students relatable examples of how to manage big feelings. The sensory tools and incentive items have also been incredibly helpful—they not only supported emotional regulation but also gave students something to look forward to, keeping them engaged and motivated throughout the day.","fullyFundedDate":1742670697825,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-cozy-inviting-learning-space/8934092/","projectTitle":"Creating a Cozy, Inviting Learning Space for All Students PDX","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rose","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9832068"},{"teacherId":408187,"projectId":9125847,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of a small laminator & laminating tools! These resources are so helpful in creating resources to use with students that are sturdy and long-lasting.\r\n\r\nOne example of the resources I created was laminating a set of visual picture cards for our support teams lanyard. I was also able to laminate small zones of regulations visuals so our support teams could do on-the-go feelings check-in with students who needed to show instead of say how they are feeling. Finally, I have been able to laminate resources, such as breathing visuals, conversation cards, game pieces, and reusable activity sheets. This makes the resources feel special to the students, and is a huge timesaver for me in the future!\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1740690421189,"projectUrl":"project/strong-and-protected/9125847/","projectTitle":"Strong and Protected","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. B.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp408187_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457312274092","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amy-bolich"},{"teacherId":7460990,"projectId":8801244,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for you generous donation of healthy snacks. I work in a community where food insecurity is at an all time high and our federal administration cutback of food programs have directly impacted the students I serve. Ensuring students have a healthy, diverse snack option means they have a need met and more time to focus on academics. I am incredibly grateful to be able to provide food to my students and this would not have been possible without support from you. Thank you again for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1734712090398,"projectUrl":"project/tasty-treats/8801244/","projectTitle":"Tasty Treats!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7460990_orig.jpg?crop=674,674,x218,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726693510135","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7460990"},{"teacherId":408187,"projectId":8984017,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of stuffed animal mascots to our school! These stuffies are both a fun, friendly introduction to \"what is college\", as well part of a school-wide attendance incentive program.\r\n\r\nThe students LOVE having the stuffies in their classroom and teachers are finding creative ways to use them in the classroom. In some classes, the stuffy shows up at a new desk every morning and it is a daily surprise who will get to hold the stuffy while doing their learning. In other classes, the stuffy has traveled with them to specials and assemblies because it loves learning and doesn't want to miss out. In other classes, the stuffy sits at the front of the room and supervises their learning. Across the different classrooms, I've heard great conversations around what college is, adults sharing fun stories about what college meant to them, and even heard students as young as first grade say, \"I want to go to [college]!\" \r\n\r\nThank you again for helping bring these resources to our school!","fullyFundedDate":1736371386500,"projectUrl":"project/connect-to-college-mascots-part-2/8984017/","projectTitle":"Connect to College: Mascots! (Part 2)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. B.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp408187_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457312274092","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amy-bolich"},{"teacherId":3715767,"projectId":8933602,"letterContent":"We have just begun our science unit on light and sound. Although the product we ordered was labeled as \"robots\", the projects were actually more aligned with our learning than expected! We received two kits, one to build a Peacock Lamp, and the other to build a Wind-powered Car. Both kits required AA batteries, which were also an important part of this project that you helped fund! We also were able to purchase magnetic building cubes to augment the small set we had. More students can participate when there are enough STEM materials to go around.\r\n\r\nMy students really enjoyed putting the Peacock Lamp together, although they did need more adult help with screwing in the tiny screws, and attaching the wires to the clips. They were able to attach the fiber optics and eyes, remove insulation from preforated wires, bend the wires to the bulb to fit in the clips, and insert the light into the fiber optic sleeve. They were quite proud of the finished product. We plan to build the wind powered car in March when we are learning about powerful forces in our literacy unit. The batteries will operate the fan on the car, which in turn will \"push\" the car. We are all looking forward to it!","fullyFundedDate":1731507739217,"projectUrl":"project/stem-activities-for-critical-thinking-sk/8933602/","projectTitle":"STEM Activities for Critical Thinking Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Melissa Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3715767_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470123290260","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3715767"},{"teacherId":408187,"projectId":8972998,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our school! These pennants are part of a larger school-wide program where each classroom is assigned a college to connect their attendance and their learning to that college & it's mascot.\r\n\r\nIt has been amazing to hear the conversations that are being sparked. Students across our K-5 are showing curiosity, many having never seen a college pennant before. Most of the pennants in the classroom are connected to west coast colleges that our classroom teachers attended, and they are getting a chance to share with students what it means to have gone to college and short stories about things they loved about their college. One teacher shared they overheard a conversation amongst 1st graders saying, \"I'm going to go to (this college)!\" - and that they had never heard that coming from 1st graders before! \r\n\r\nThis program has added a new element of fun into the classrooms and our school community. 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