{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Galindo Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":29.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10438985,"projectId":10137732,"letterContent":"Our Pre-K 4 Dual Language students have been using these new resources to help create a more organized and welcoming classroom where learning can happen more smoothly. The storage containers have helped us organize classroom materials and centers so students can easily access what they need during activities. The craft supplies have already been used for creative projects, and the new books have added more opportunities for reading, discussion, and building vocabulary in both English and Spanish. The lanyards will also help keep our students safe and organized during upcoming field trips and special activities.\r\n\r\nWhen students saw the new materials, they were excited to explore the new books, craft supplies, and see how their classroom was becoming more organized. They loved having new items to use during centers and activities, and they were especially excited to see the changes that helped make our classroom feel more ready for learning. Moving forward, these resources will continue supporting our daily routines, upcoming lessons, and hands on projects throughout the year. From creating crafts connected to our classroom themes to exploring new stories and learning activities, these materials will help our little learners stay engaged, independent, and excited to discover something new each day.","fullyFundedDate":1774963747439,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-containers-for-a-fresh-start/10137732/","projectTitle":"Fresh Containers for a Fresh Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10438985_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y1008&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776203932504","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10438985"},{"teacherId":10438985,"projectId":10193542,"letterContent":"Our Pre-K 4 Dual Language students were beyond excited when they saw all of the new materials! The binoculars, microscope, and telescope have sparked so much curiosity as students pretend to be scientists and explorers during dramatic play. The camping tent and campfire have become a favorite center where students work together, use their imaginations, and practice new vocabulary in both English and Spanish. During center time and recess, the kinetic sand and new sand toys have given students even more opportunities to create, explore, strengthen fine motor skills, and learn through hands-on play. Seeing their excitement as they discovered each new item reminded us how meaningful these experiences are at this age.\r\n\r\nThese resources will continue to support our learning throughout the year as we explore themes like nature, weather, community helpers, and living things. Our students are already using observation skills, asking questions, and working together while they play, and these materials help make those lessons come to life. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where our little learners can explore, discover, and build a lifelong love of learning through play.","fullyFundedDate":1776369858051,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-discoveries-outdoor/10193542/","projectTitle":"Little Learners, Big Discoveries Outdoors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10438985_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y1008&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776203932504","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10438985"},{"teacherId":4888375,"projectId":9913201,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our new recovery bed has transformed our nurse's office into a space of comfort and care. Students who are feeling unwell can now rest in a safe, calming environment, which speeds up their recovery and ensures they return to class feeling supported. The difference in their sense of security and well-being is already noticeable.\r\n\r\nBeyond the physical comfort, this addition is fostering a more nurturing school culture. Parents feel reassured, and students know they have a safe place to recover when needed. Your contribution directly impacts our kids' health, comfort, and readiness to learn. Thank you for helping us create a safer, more caring environment for every child at our school.","fullyFundedDate":1766940390615,"projectUrl":"project/new-nurse-room-recovery-bed/9913201/","projectTitle":"New Nurse Room Recovery Bed","teacherDisplayName":"Coach OB","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4888375_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1512028280934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4888375"},{"teacherId":4640341,"projectId":10096141,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support! My students have been using the 3D shapes during hands-on exploration activities where they were able to build, sort, and compare different figures. They were excited to handle the materials and quickly began noticing real-world examples of the shapes around them. This exploration helped them better understand the properties of each shape in a meaningful and engaging way. Next, we will continue using the 3D shapes to strengthen their understanding through problem-solving and simple building challenges.","fullyFundedDate":1774762500112,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-geometry-to-life-with-3d-solids/10096141/","projectTitle":"Bringing Geometry to Life with 3D Solids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jaimes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4640341_orig.jpg?crop=961,961,x0,y92&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572018588143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4640341"},{"teacherId":10438985,"projectId":10112638,"letterContent":"Our Pre-K 4 Dual Language students have been using our new Spanish learning carpet every day during morning meetings, read alouds, and small group activities. The carpet has created a comfortable space where students can gather together, practice Spanish vocabulary, sing songs, share ideas, and build a sense of community. It has become a special place in our classroom where students come together to learn, connect, and start their day feeling welcomed.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new carpet, they were excited to have a fresh and colorful space to sit and learn. They immediately noticed the Spanish words and enjoyed pointing them out, practicing the letters, and talking about what they saw. Moving forward, we will continue using this space for lessons, classroom discussions, and activities that support language development, early literacy, and social emotional learning. This new resource helps make our classroom feel more like a warm preschool home where every student feels comfortable, included, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1774963812647,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-create-a-warm-and-welcoming-pres/10112638/","projectTitle":"Help Us Create a Warm and Welcoming Preschool Home","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10438985_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y1008&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776203932504","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10438985"},{"teacherId":10272259,"projectId":9740827,"letterContent":"Your generous donation of a class set of LCD writing boards has made a meaningful and immediate impact on student learning in our classroom. These boards have become an essential tool for increasing student engagement, participation, and confidence across all subject areas. Unlike traditional paper-and-pencil methods, the LCD boards allow students to quickly write, erase, and revise their thinking without fear of making mistakes. This has been especially powerful during whole-group instruction, where every student can actively respond to questions at the same time rather than waiting to be called on. As a result, I am able to instantly assess understanding and adjust my teaching in real time to better meet student needs. The boards also support visual and kinesthetic learners by giving them a hands-on way to process information, whether they are solving math problems, practicing spelling patterns, or drawing models to represent their thinking. For donors who may not be familiar with how technology is used in classrooms today, tools like these bridge the gap between engagement and efficiency—they keep students focused, minimize downtime, and create more opportunities for meaningful practice. Instead of passively observing, every child is actively involved in the lesson, which has significantly increased both participation and retention of new concepts.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about these LCD boards is the combination of independence and creativity they provide. There is something incredibly motivating about having a personal tool that feels special and interactive, and students light up when they use them. The instant erase feature allows them to take risks in their learning without worrying about getting the \"wrong\" answer, which has helped build a stronger growth mindset across the classroom. I have seen particularly remarkable growth in students who were previously hesitant to participate. For example, some of my quieter or more reserved students, who would rarely raise their hands, now eagerly hold up their boards to share their thinking because it feels less intimidating than speaking out loud. Additionally, students who struggle with fine motor skills or writing stamina benefit greatly from the ease of writing and erasing, allowing them to focus more on the content rather than the physical task of writing. One student who often became frustrated during math has begun to persist longer and try multiple strategies, simply because the board makes it easy to start over and keep going. Overall, these LCD boards have transformed the way my students interact with learning—they are more confident, more engaged, and more willing to take academic risks. Your support has not only provided us with a tool, but with new opportunities for every child to succeed and feel empowered in their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1765205052144,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-a-class-of-neurodivergent-lea/9740827/","projectTitle":"Supporting a Class of Neurodivergent Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chalmers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10272259_orig.jpg?crop=2056,2056,x504,y211&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759950028606","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10272259"},{"teacherId":6400485,"projectId":9883182,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! Students were elated to discover all of the new activities and resources that had been gifted to our class. I wish I could share photos of their faces as we opened box after box; they couldn't stop smiling! These materials have reinvigorated our learning for skills that can otherwise sometimes become tedious. There's just something about using a lined whiteboard that makes handwriting practice so much more fun for kids! I can't wait to see how these timeless materials bring joy and learning to students for many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1770828916231,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-intervention-activities/9883182/","projectTitle":"Engaging Intervention Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berrong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6400485_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594398064351","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-berrong"},{"teacherId":6268321,"projectId":9994118,"letterContent":"We can't thank you enough for your amazing gift. As soon as we received the curtains, we hung them in our classroom. Our students are loving the darker room during nap time. They have been much calmer, and we are hopeful that they are getting better rest as a result.\r\n\r\nWhen we close the curtains, they understand that it's time to get their mats and relax. It has truly made a positive difference in our daily routine.\r\n\r\nWe are very grateful for your generous donation and your support of our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769991886378,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calm-space/9994118/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calm Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Merino Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6268321_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550245993639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wizardwriters"},{"teacherId":4888375,"projectId":9621749,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for the whiteboards funded through your generosity! These whiteboards have become an essential tool in our classroom. We've used them for interactive nutrition lessons, where students map out balanced meals and create their own MyPlate plans. For our fitness projects, students break down the five components of fitness, collaborate in teams, and visualize their goals. These boards have empowered every student to lead, write, erase, and reimagine their learning—all thanks to you!","fullyFundedDate":1761917422283,"projectUrl":"project/white-boards-for-student-potential/9621749/","projectTitle":"White Boards for Student Potential","teacherDisplayName":"Coach OB","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4888375_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1512028280934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4888375"},{"teacherId":4640341,"projectId":9968027,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! When my students first saw the STEM games, their excitement was immediate, they couldn't wait to jump in.\r\n\r\n They have so much fun using the games, and at the same time they show incredible focus and determination as they work to finish each challenge. We use the STEM games during small-group learning to build problem-solving, collaboration, and perseverance. 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The smaller bins contain toys, writing and drawing utensils, and it is so easy for them to find and return them to the right place. They quickly learned where materials belong, which has increased independence and responsibility.\r\n\r\nWith our classroom now more organized, students spend more time learning and less time searching for supplies. Thank you for helping create a smoother, more focused learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1767049633527,"projectUrl":"project/big-learning-in-little-bins-organizing/9789363/","projectTitle":"\"Big Learning in Little Bins: Organizing for Preschool Success!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Merino Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6268321_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550245993639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wizardwriters"},{"teacherId":6268321,"projectId":9832755,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your generosity, we now have ink for the printer, fresh sand for our sandbox, and latches to secure our cabinets—items that may seem small, but make a big difference in our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe printer ink allows me to provide students with worksheets, learning materials, hands-on activities and a lot of visuals that help my students learn and communicate. \r\n\r\nThe new sand for our sandbox has been especially exciting for students. The sandbox supports sensory play, creativity, and social interaction. \r\n\r\nThe cabinet latches help keep our classroom safe and organized. By securing materials that are not meant for student use, I can create a safer space where students can focus on learning and exploring appropriately. I can put away for example those cleaning materials that we use to clean the room and that it shouldn't be near my little kids hands. \r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity directly impact my students each day.","fullyFundedDate":1764619427415,"projectUrl":"project/ink-sand-and-safety-essentials-for-ou/9832755/","projectTitle":"Ink, Sand, and Safety: Essentials for Our Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Merino Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6268321_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550245993639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wizardwriters"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_17368","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":368,"numTeachers":43,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":86,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"8.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":70.8,"schoolId":17368,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Galindo Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Galindo Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/austin-independent-school-district/galindo-elementary-school/17368"}