{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Vera Escamilla Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":48.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2161843,"projectId":10535990,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project \"From Reluctant to Remarkable: Dog Man Graphic Novels for Readers\" recently! You helped us bring more of Dav Pilkey's beloved Dog Man series into the hands of our young Bulldogs! As our school welcomes additional students due to a neighboring campus closure, demand for these popular books continues to grow, and your generosity will be felt for years to come! We can provide more copies of this highly requested series, giving more students the opportunity to enjoy their favorite characters! Thank you so much! Special thanks to The Montgomery Family Fund for matching donations!","fullyFundedDate":1788802545495,"projectUrl":"project/from-reluctant-to-remarkable-dog-man-gr/10535990/","projectTitle":"From Reluctant to Remarkable: Dog Man Graphic Novels for Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2161843_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536733175364","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2161843"},{"teacherId":2161843,"projectId":10535548,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for recently donating to \"Good Seeds and Great Reads: Literacy with \"The Food Group\"\" on DonorsChoose! Our Bulldogs students are consistently drawn to \"The Food Group\" series for its colorful illustrations, clever humor, and unforgettable characters. Beyond the fun, it offers meaningful lessons about kindness, empathy, friendship, forgiveness, self-confidence, managing big feelings, and making healthy choices, making this series an instant classic for years to come. Thank you again! Special thanks to The Montgomery Family Fund for matching donations!","fullyFundedDate":1787781305563,"projectUrl":"project/good-seeds-and-great-reads-literacy-wit/10535548/","projectTitle":"Good Seeds and Great Reads: Literacy with \"The Food Group\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2161843_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536733175364","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2161843"},{"teacherId":2161843,"projectId":10464612,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"Rolling Into Reading: Mobile STEM and Literacy Hub II\" on DonorsChoose recently — I wanted to share an amazing update! Thanks to the incredible generosity of the DonorsChoose community, we previously received a shopping cart that has become a valuable organizational tool in our library. With more students joining us from neighboring campuses this school year, our Bulldogs library community is growing, and so is our need for flexible, accessible learning spaces. Our student ambassadors love using the additional cart because it saves them time transporting materials and books wherever they need to go. So instead of multiple trips, they cut the number of trips in half! This organizational tool will help make sure everything they need is within reach. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1790259216252,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-reading-mobile-stem-and-li/10464612/","projectTitle":"Rolling Into Reading: Mobile STEM and Literacy Hub II","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2161843_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536733175364","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2161843"},{"teacherId":2161843,"projectId":10462348,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my \"Rolling into Reading: A Mobile Library Cart for Checkouts\" project on DonorsChoose. Because of your generosity, our new heavy-duty library cart lets us bring books right to where students gather. It has become a great tool for my student ambassadors, who now help shelve books. The cart gives them real experience sorting, moving, and reshelving materials while building leadership, teamwork, responsibility, and organizational skills. Thank you again for your support! I also want to give a special thanks to the Chesmar Foundation for matching donations!","fullyFundedDate":1786812984705,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-reading-a-mobile-library-c/10462348/","projectTitle":"Rolling into Reading: A Mobile Library Cart for Checkouts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2161843_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536733175364","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2161843"},{"teacherId":2161843,"projectId":10462314,"letterContent":"Many thanks for your support of our DonorsChoose project \"Bright Bins for Big Dreams: Organizing books to inspire readers\" and for helping us to create a much more welcoming, well-organized, and accessible library for our youngest readers. Your support is enabling our students to experience the joy of reading, one book at a time. My circulation numbers have gone up because my students can now find their favorite character in a flash, which is enabling them to become more independent, more in control, and prouder of their library. Many thanks again! A special mention to the Chesmar Foundation for their matching donations earlier in the year!","fullyFundedDate":1786813370799,"projectUrl":"project/bright-bins-for-big-dreams-organizing-b/10462314/","projectTitle":"Bright Bins for Big Dreams: Organizing Books to Inspire Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2161843_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536733175364","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2161843"},{"teacherId":2161843,"projectId":10464563,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to \"Spin and Display: Magnetic Ledges and Rotating Bookshelves for Literacy\" on DonorsChoose. For our youngest Bulldog readers, seeing a colorful book cover can spark their curiosity and encourage them to pick one up. Because of your generosity, we can set up eye-catching book displays that help bring stories to life and make books easier and more exciting for every student to find. Every book I put on the rotating shelf has been checked out, so your support is truly making a difference. Thank you again for your lasting impact! And special thanks to the Chesmar Foundation for matching donations!","fullyFundedDate":1786812983201,"projectUrl":"project/spin-and-display-magnetic-ledges-and-ro/10464563/","projectTitle":"Spin and Display: Magnetic Ledges and Rotating Bookshelves for Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2161843_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536733175364","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2161843"},{"teacherId":2161843,"projectId":10603726,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to \"Stomping Into Reading: Dino-Mite Dinosaur Books for Curious Minds II\" on DonorsChoose. Our students can't wait to dive in, look at dinosaur bones, compare ancient habitats, and learn how paleontologists discover fossils. They're already telling their friends to check out these books, and I'm excited to see the impact for years to come. Your support keeps their excitement alive by giving them great books that make science fun and real, so thank you! Special shout-out to the DonorsChoose Community for matching donations earlier this year!","fullyFundedDate":1790780992561,"projectUrl":"project/stomping-into-reading-dino-mite-dinosau/10603726/","projectTitle":"Stomping Into Reading: Dino-Mite Dinosaur Books for Curious Minds II","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2161843_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536733175364","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2161843"},{"teacherId":10595080,"projectId":10559278,"letterContent":"The books from our project, Little Readers, Future Writers, have introduced valuable literacy skills and lessons that support both reading and writing development. Through these texts, students are learning to identify story elements, make predictions, ask and answer questions, and expand their vocabulary. The books also serve as models for young writers, helping students understand how authors organize ideas, describe characters, and communicate their thoughts through words and illustrations.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an active and engaging experience. Students participate in read-alouds, partner reading, small-group instruction, and independent reading opportunities. They discuss stories, share connections, and practice comprehension strategies while building confidence as readers. The new books have helped create a classroom environment where students are excited to explore new topics and develop a love of reading.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have been especially enthusiastic about the new books, particularly those who are still developing confidence in their reading abilities. The colorful illustrations, engaging topics, and accessible text have encouraged these students to spend more time reading and talking about books with their classmates. It has been rewarding to see reluctant readers become more engaged and eager to participate in literacy activities. These resources are helping our students grow into confident readers today and future writers tomorrow.","fullyFundedDate":1788462104993,"projectUrl":"project/little-readers-future-writers/10559278/","projectTitle":"Little Readers, Future Writers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10595080"},{"teacherId":10595080,"projectId":10493059,"letterContent":"The resources from our project, Read, Build, Create: Growing Young Readers, have had a wonderful impact on our first-grade bilingual classroom. The new materials have helped create a more engaging and hands-on learning environment where students can practice reading, build vocabulary, and strengthen their comprehension skills. These resources support different learning styles and encourage students to actively participate in their learning rather than simply listening to instruction.\r\n\r\nThe first time my students saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. They eagerly explored the books and learning tools, asking questions and sharing their discoveries with classmates. Many students could not wait to start reading and working together. The materials have quickly become some of the most popular resources in our classroom. Students are using them during small-group instruction, independent reading time, literacy centers, and collaborative activities. The hands-on nature of the resources has increased student engagement and motivation, especially for our emergent bilingual learners.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue using these resources to deepen their reading comprehension, expand their academic vocabulary, and develop stronger communication skills in both Spanish and English. In upcoming lessons, they will participate in partner discussions, response activities, and creative projects connected to the books they are reading. These experiences will help them become more confident readers, thinkers, and learners. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and for supporting their journey as young readers.","fullyFundedDate":1786991522204,"projectUrl":"project/read-build-create-growing-young-reade/10493059/","projectTitle":"Read, Build, Create: Growing Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10595080"},{"teacherId":10181382,"projectId":10628023,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Spark, Create, Learn!\" The keyboard case, the digital Pencil, and LED strip light have brought new possibilities to our bilingual third-grade classroom. The keyboard case and Pencil allow my students to interact with technology in more meaningful ways during small-group activities, especially when we are practicing reading, vocabulary, math strategies, and problem-solving. Students can type, write, draw, and interact with digital activities while developing important technology skills.\r\n\r\nThe LED strip light has also helped us create a more engaging and welcoming classroom environment. My students love the new lights and enjoy seeing our learning space change during different activities. These resources have helped make technology an active part of our learning rather than simply a tool we use occasionally. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where students can spark ideas, create, explore, and learn with technology!","fullyFundedDate":1789609889612,"projectUrl":"project/spark-create-learn/10628023/","projectTitle":"Spark, Create, Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moreno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10181382_orig.jpg?crop=1854,1854,x0,y98&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755314582441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10181382"},{"teacherId":10181382,"projectId":10596188,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"See More, Do More\"! The screen extender and USB hub have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom. As a bilingual third-grade teacher, I use technology every day to plan lessons, review student data, and prepare activities that meet my students' learning needs. Having an additional screen gives me more visibility and makes it much easier to work with data and instructional resources without constantly switching between screens.\r\n\r\nThe biggest difference has been during small-group instruction. I can have student information, lesson materials, and activities visible at the same time while working directly with students on reading, language, and math strategies. My students can also see and interact with the materials more easily, which makes our learning time more focused and productive. What seemed like a simple technology upgrade has given us more opportunities to work together, reinforce important skills, and make our learning more engaging. Thank you for helping me see more so I can do more for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1789591927123,"projectUrl":"project/see-more-do-more/10596188/","projectTitle":"See More, Do More","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moreno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10181382_orig.jpg?crop=1854,1854,x0,y98&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755314582441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10181382"},{"teacherId":8511387,"projectId":10288428,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful difference in my 5th-grade reading classroom by giving my students more opportunities to explore books, discover new interests, and see themselves as readers.\r\nOne of the most exciting parts for my students has been having access to books that they are genuinely interested in reading. When students can choose a book that connects to their interests, they are more willing to pick up a book, stick with a challenging text, and share what they are reading with their classmates. I have especially noticed this with students who previously viewed reading as something difficult or frustrating. Finding a book they enjoy can completely change their attitude toward reading.\r\nFor many of my students, building reading confidence is just as important as building reading skills. Our classroom books give students a chance to practice independently, build vocabulary, strengthen comprehension, and develop the stamina they need to tackle more complex texts.\r\nThe greatest impact has been creating a classroom where reading feels exciting rather than intimidating. My goal is for every student to leave my classroom knowing that there is a book out there for them and that they can become a successful reader.\r\nThank you for helping me fill our classroom with opportunities for students to read, grow, and discover the joy of getting lost in a good book. Your generosity is helping me build not just better readers, but lifelong readers!","fullyFundedDate":1786812525900,"projectUrl":"project/building-lifelong-readers-in-our-5th-gra/10288428/","projectTitle":"Building Lifelong Readers in Our 5th Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zuniga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8511387_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x416,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751644134103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8511387"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_17348","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":760,"numTeachers":56,"percentFrplEligible":89,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":95,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"1 - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":51.9,"schoolId":17348,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Vera Escamilla Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Vera Escamilla Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/aldine-independent-school-district/vera-elementary-schoolcamilla-interm-school/17348"}