{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Rodriguez Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10111295,"projectId":9555589,"letterContent":"There is something about the lamps, specifically the smaller table lamps, that brings out the best and illuminates my amazing students. The students love working at a table with a lamp, and one of the great things is that the students can move the table lamp from one location in the room to another, depending on where they have chosen to work for the day. Even better, if the students tap the top of the lamp, they can change the type of light the lamp emits, and that choice gives them even more ownership of their learning. These lamps have made a significant impact on the motivation of the students I work with. Thank you for truly putting them in the best light!\r\n The light covers are not something that the students necessarily pay attention to each day, but from day one, I noticed a difference in the feel of the classroom. The light covers, by muting the flourescent overhead lights, have brought a warmth to the classroom. It feels good to be in the classroom! One of the students DID make a connection to the light covers just last week, though, when we were talking about forests (one of the designs on the light covers) and looking up through the trees to see the sky. \r\n Thank you for making a difference for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1755711034006,"projectUrl":"project/putting-students-in-the-best-light/9555589/","projectTitle":"Putting Students in the Best Light","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jedele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111295"},{"teacherId":9745955,"projectId":9674281,"letterContent":"Because of your support, I was able to provide materials for our early childhood special education classrooms that help students access the bathroom, work on potty training, and learn to transition safely through the hallways.\r\n\r\nI've had the privilege of seeing these students make incredible progress — for example, learning to use a walking rope to walk safely from the classroom to recess. What once felt like a big challenge has become a meaningful success. Thanks to these materials, our students now move through the school with greater safety, confidence, and understanding of classroom routines and expectations.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has truly made a difference. Thank you for helping our students learn, grow, and thrive every day!","fullyFundedDate":1758636594017,"projectUrl":"project/accessible-learning-for-all-little-ones/9674281/","projectTitle":"Accessible Learning for All Little Ones","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9745955"},{"teacherId":10111295,"projectId":9533193,"letterContent":"The resources you generously donated to our classroom have been used every single day by the students who work and learn in the classroom. The carpets and pillows have provided many different spaces for students. They have created a safe space for students to cool down and regulate when needed. They have provided an alternate space to read and complete assignments. The items have also been utilized as a fun space during lunch bunch. \r\nWith the addition of the rugs and pillows in the classroom, students definitely feel more at home in the classroom. They have additional comfortable spaces to work instead of always working at a table and sitting in a chair.\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, instead of starting the lesson for the day, they moved directly to the rug and pillows and asked if they could use them right there and then. They were very happy to see the pillows and bounced around on them!\r\nThank you so much for adding to our classroom in such an invaluable way!","fullyFundedDate":1754446024459,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-feel-at-home-in-the-cla/9533193/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Feel at Home in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jedele","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111295"},{"teacherId":6880604,"projectId":8601145,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire class, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your generous donation that made it possible for us to receive our new classroom carpet. This gift has had an immediate and meaningful impact on our daily learning experience.\r\nOur new carpet has quickly become the heart of our classroom. It is where we gather each morning for our daily meetings, build community, work collaboratively in small groups, share stories, learn new concepts, and—on especially joyful days—celebrate with a little dancing. It has created a warm, welcoming, and comfortable space that helps foster connection, engagement, and a sense of belonging.\r\nWhen the students first walked in and saw the new carpet, their faces lit up with excitement. Many expressed how relieved they were that they no longer had to sit on the cold tile floor during lessons. The vibrant colors and soft texture instantly transformed the room, making our environment feel brighter, cozier, and more inviting. It has already made a noticeable difference in their level of comfort and enthusiasm during group activities.\r\nYour support has not only enhanced our physical space but has also shown our students that their learning matters and that there are people who care about their success. Your kindness has created a place where they feel more motivated, valued, and ready to learn each day.\r\nThank you again for your generosity, care, and belief in our classroom community. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1723949437009,"projectUrl":"project/carpet-for-community-enhancing-learning/8601145/","projectTitle":"Carpet for Community: Enhancing Learning Spaces for Every Student!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6880604_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723207497970","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6880604"},{"teacherId":5963454,"projectId":9624545,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation!\r\n\r\nMy students and I were absolutely thrilled to receive the books, wreaths, and black toner. These supplies are already making a noticeable difference in our classroom. We had been without black ink for a while. Thanks to your kindness, we are now back to printing any and all important documents for students and teacher.\r\n\r\nWe also truly appreciate the books, especially Where's Waldo? It has quickly become a class favorite. Students are now motivated to finish their assignments so they can enjoy a few fun minutes searching for Waldo. It's been a fantastic reward and engagement tool.\r\n\r\nYour support has brought both joy and meaningful learning opportunities into our classroom. We are truly grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1758218627159,"projectUrl":"project/joyful-learning-books-wreaths-and-cla/9624545/","projectTitle":"Joyful Learning: Books, Wreaths, and Classroom Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5963454_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673310397286","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsemorales"},{"teacherId":9633685,"projectId":8578296,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, the counseling office has become a safe haven for students. They love the soft lighting because of the lamps and light covers, use art supplies daily, and feel that the room is full of abundance for them. I put the cozy rug in my peace corner, which is a preferred spot in the counseling room!\r\n\r\nThis year is my second year as a school counselor and I am excited to keep serving this campus. Having a cozy space makes all the budget cuts and difficult experiences that kids are having feel a little more manageable. \r\n\r\nThank you gain for helping me provide a place for them to feel safe, heard and seen.","fullyFundedDate":1723229105404,"projectUrl":"project/calm-space-for-new-counselors-office/8578296/","projectTitle":"Calm Space for New Counselor's Office","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. King","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9633685_orig.jpg?crop=688,688,x0,y84&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758653406670","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9633685"},{"teacherId":5963454,"projectId":9491857,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and for choosing to support our classroom. We are truly grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, our learning space has been transformed into a warm and welcoming environment. The students especially enjoy reading the words of affirmation displayed around the room—they bring daily encouragement and positivity. Our classroom door and wall décor have created a more inviting atmosphere, and the peaceful corner, with its calming vines and lights, has become a favorite spot for students to relax and recharge when they need it most.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a meaningful difference in our day-to-day experience, and we sincerely appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1754059720377,"projectUrl":"project/a-boho-hug-for-our-learning-space/9491857/","projectTitle":"A Boho Hug for Our Learning Space","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5963454_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673310397286","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsemorales"},{"teacherId":8502117,"projectId":9318905,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring Cricut technology into our classroom! While my students don't use the Cricut themselves, they are already benefiting from the materials I've been able to create with it.\r\nThe very first day they walked in and saw their names displayed on personalized cubby labels, their faces lit up. They proudly recognized their spots, which gave them an immediate sense of belonging. Since then, I've used Cricut to design hands-on alphabet puzzles, number games, and visual schedules. These tools allow my students to physically move letters, numbers, and shapes helping them truly understand concepts instead of just memorizing them.\r\nOne moment that stood out was during a name-recognition activity: a student who often struggles to engage became so excited to match letters in their name puzzle that they didn't want to stop. Moments like these remind me why this resource is so powerful.\r\nThe next step is to continue creating customized activities that strengthen fine motor skills, build independence, and make learning joyful. I'm also working on student t-shirts for our first field trip so every child feels included and celebrated.\r\nYour generosity has transformed our classroom, making learning more engaging and accessible for every child. Thank you for investing in their growth and confidence you've made a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1746786308709,"projectUrl":"project/bring-cricut-technology-into-our-classro/9318905/","projectTitle":"Bring Cricut Technology Into Our Classroom for Creative Student Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Casillas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8502117_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655529713735","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8502117"},{"teacherId":8502117,"projectId":9319230,"letterContent":"I am so excited to share the joy your generosity has brought to my PreK students! When our new outdoor playhouse and soccer nets arrived, the children's faces lit up with excitement. The very first day we set them up, one group immediately transformed the playhouse into a \"home,\" complete with cooking, cleaning, and caring for babies, while others eagerly organized soccer games—cheering for one another and practicing teamwork.\r\n\r\nThese resources have quickly become a daily part of our learning. The playhouse encourages dramatic play and storytelling, helping students build language skills, creativity, and social-emotional connections. The soccer nets have given my students opportunities to practice coordination, teamwork, and problem-solving, while also boosting their confidence as they cheer each other on during play. I've seen students who were once shy now eagerly join in and take on leadership roles during games.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to support our lessons. During our upcoming units, students will use the playhouse outdoors to role-play, strengthening their vocabulary and imagination. The soccer nets will remain a wonderful way for students to develop physical skills and cooperation while learning about sportsmanship. Thanks to your support, our outdoor space has become so much more than just a play area it is now a meaningful extension of our classroom.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for helping create these special experiences for my students. Your generosity has made a lasting difference in their learning and joy at school.","fullyFundedDate":1746786365931,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-fun-and-active-outdoor-learni/9319230/","projectTitle":"Creating a Fun and Active Outdoor Learning Space for PreK-3","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Casillas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8502117_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655529713735","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8502117"},{"teacherId":1623495,"projectId":8946876,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping to purchase the Nintendo Switch for our students. The students use the game console to play interactive educational games that help enhance their educational experience. Students can use the device as a supplement to their regular curriculum. They are learning to care for class materials by being responsible to charge the console and store it properly. Students can use the console a s a reward as well for completing their school assignments and for responsible behavior at school.","fullyFundedDate":1742582341210,"projectUrl":"project/technology-games-for-special-needs-stude/8946876/","projectTitle":"Technology Games for Special Needs Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ontiveros","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1623495_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734223104273","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1623495"},{"teacherId":1623495,"projectId":8884811,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our sequence wall. The students use the textured material for sensory stimulation. The class Peace Corner is outlined with the sequence material. \r\nWe have also cut out texture cloths and photo framed them so that the students can have their own portable sequence frame with them as they navigate their school day. \r\nThe students enjoy playing with the material. The sequence material is double sided and two colored in appearance. Students shift the material to revel dual colors as they interact with it.","fullyFundedDate":1741960789846,"projectUrl":"project/sequence-wall-for-special-needs/8884811/","projectTitle":"Sequence Wall for Special Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ontiveros","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1623495_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734223104273","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1623495"},{"teacherId":8502117,"projectId":9245842,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our new classroom printer has already made a big impact, even though school just started! I've been able to print out each child's picture to label their cubbies and desks, which helps them quickly recognize their space and feel a strong sense of belonging. I also printed family photos to place under our classroom family tree—students love seeing their loved ones represented at school, and it's been a wonderful way to connect home and classroom life.\r\n\r\nAs the year goes on, this printer will continue to be a game-changer for learning. I'll be creating customized puzzles, alphabet and number sorting games, story sequence cards, and flashcards that make abstract concepts concrete and hands-on for young learners. These tactile tools help students manipulate letters, numbers, and shapes—turning learning into play and deepening their understanding.\r\n\r\nThe students are most excited about the creative projects we can now do—like art projects, interactive games, and role-playing activities with printed props and character name tags. These activities promote teamwork, problem-solving, and social growth.\r\n\r\nSome of the biggest benefits are for my non-verbal students. With the printer, I can make communication boards, picture schedules, and sign language cards that give them a voice in the classroom and help them feel more confident and independent.\r\n\r\nFinally, the printer helps me support families, too. I'll be able to send home personalized progress reports, learning updates, and newsletters so parents can follow along with their child's growth and support learning at home.\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just provide a printer—it opened up countless opportunities for my students to learn, create, and thrive. 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