{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Gonzalez Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":51.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7611490,"projectId":7569277,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to high-quality headsets with microphones that are transforming the way they learn and participate every day.\r\n\r\nBefore this project, it was difficult for many students to focus during online lessons or small-group activities because of background noise and limited audio clarity. Now, with the new headsets, each student can hear clearly, speak confidently, and fully engage in interactive lessons. It has been so exciting to see them recording themselves when practicing their TELPAS skills. \r\n\r\nYour contribution has not only provided equipment but has given my students a voice.\r\nThank you once again.","fullyFundedDate":1693498215700,"projectUrl":"project/an-ear-resistible-opportunity-for-growth/7569277/","projectTitle":"An Ear-resistible Opportunity for Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. de la Cerda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7611490_orig.jpg?crop=305,305,x248,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603381335116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7611490"},{"teacherId":7611490,"projectId":9436483,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed with the addition of new headphones with microphones! These simple yet powerful tools have made a huge difference in how my students learn, communicate, and engage every day.\r\nBefore this project, students often struggled to focus in our busy classroom environment. Now, with their own headsets, they can work independently on lessons, practice reading fluency, Summit K12, I ready, SAVAAS , and participate in interactive online activities without distractions. The built-in microphones have been especially valuable. \r\nThank you for believing in our project and for giving my students the tools to listen, learn, and be heard. Your kindness has made a lasting difference in their education and confidence.\r\nThank You ,\r\nMrs. de la Cerda","fullyFundedDate":1757683194518,"projectUrl":"project/voices-in-learning/9436483/","projectTitle":"Voices in Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. de la Cerda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7611490_orig.jpg?crop=305,305,x248,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603381335116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7611490"},{"teacherId":8508852,"projectId":9247881,"letterContent":"The impact of receiving the books has changed my students education. The day we received the books my students were so excited. They wanted to know what was sent. Once the box was opened they couldn't believe all the new books that were sent.\r\nOne student said,\"I can't wait to read this book.\" Another student said, \"they smell so new.\" All my students were very thankful for the gift of books they received. \r\nThey could not put the new books down. They wanted to read all of the books. They would take turns reading each book and ask each other, \"have you read this one yet?\"","fullyFundedDate":1744245426287,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-our-super-power/9247881/","projectTitle":"Reading is Our Super Power","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Salas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8508852_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659318293889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8508852"},{"teacherId":9595878,"projectId":8792274,"letterContent":"We are incredibly excited to share the profound impact your generous contributions have had on our students through the integration of new technology in our classrooms. While many of you use technology daily at home, you might be wondering how these tools are specifically enhancing the learning experience in a school setting. Let us paint a picture for you.\r\nOur new technology isn't just about flashy gadgets; it's about unlocking new avenues for understanding and engagement. For example, interactive displays allow us to bring lessons to life in ways traditional whiteboards never could. Complex scientific processes can be animated, historical events explored through virtual tours, and mathematical concepts manipulated in real-time, making abstract ideas tangible and accessible. Students can collaborate on projects directly on these screens, sharing ideas and building knowledge together in a dynamic and interactive environment.\r\nWe've also observed incredible growth in our more hesitant or shy students. The collaborative features of the new technology often provide a less intimidating way for them to contribute their ideas. They can work together on a shared screen and building their confidence to participate more openly in centers.","fullyFundedDate":1726686761606,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-little-listeners/8792274/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Little Listeners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Julia Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9595878_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721190431483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9595878"},{"teacherId":7611490,"projectId":9025090,"letterContent":"Thank You again for your generous support towards our classroom !\r\nMy students now have access to a wonderful collection of new books that are already making a powerful impact on their learning, when we received the box they were so excited !!\r\n\r\nThese new texts are helping students strengthen essential literacy skills such as comprehension, vocabulary development, and fluency, as well as learning to share and take turns when reading . Many of the books encourage deeper thinking by introducing themes like empathy, perseverance, teamwork, and making responsible choices. As we explore these stories together, students are learning to connect literature to real-life experiences and reflect on the values within each story.\r\n\r\nIn small groups and independent reading time, I've seen students improve their ability to identify main ideas, make inferences, and support their thoughts with evidence from the text. The variety of genres included—fiction, nonfiction, and culturally diverse stories—has also sparked curiosity and helped students engage with reading in ways that feel relevant and meaningful to them.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are not only becoming stronger readers but also more thoughtful individuals. Thank you for helping us grow—both academically and personally.","fullyFundedDate":1744245978563,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-a-love-of-reading-for-all-lear/9025090/","projectTitle":"Fostering a Love of Reading for All Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. de la Cerda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7611490_orig.jpg?crop=305,305,x248,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603381335116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7611490"},{"teacherId":9577912,"projectId":8938037,"letterContent":"Your generosity is greatly appreciated. Your donation of books has opened up the opportunity for my students to read about topics ranging from earth science, landforms, architecture, and engineering, just to name a few. My students now have exposure to vocabulary and visuals that they may not otherwise be exposed to. \r\n\r\nStudents in my classroom have various times throughout the day when they are encouraged to read. These special books are mainly kept in the non-fiction area of my classroom library. However, they are also highlighted in my special book rack that is set out to bring more attention to these interesting topics. My students love to read at any given moment.\r\n\r\nMost of my students are bilingual, but are dominant in English. These STEM books have helped to enrich their language acquisition and growing love for reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generous donation to my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1739932582298,"projectUrl":"project/reading-minds-growing-with-stem/8938037/","projectTitle":"Reading Minds Growing with STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9577912_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719945367996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9577912"},{"teacherId":7611490,"projectId":8905755,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well. On behalf my students and myself, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation that allowed us to get a hot laminator for our classroom. \r\nWith the laminator , we've been able to create durable materials that keep students engaged and excited about learning. From hands-on flashcards and interactive games, visual aids, this tool has brought so much creativity and organization into our classroom. \r\nIt has helped us preserve important resources by making them last longer.\r\nKaleb is one of my students that loved to write and wipe off giving him plenty of opportunities to practice wiring his name, words, sentences, etc. \r\nYour kindness has truly made a difference in our classroom, thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1735424697354,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-kindergarten-class-thrive-with/8905755/","projectTitle":"Help Our Kindergarten Class Thrive With a Laminator!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. de la Cerda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7611490_orig.jpg?crop=305,305,x248,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603381335116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7611490"},{"teacherId":9577912,"projectId":8762146,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity. My students now each have their own individual headphones and wireless mouse. This has helped things run smoothly in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe students are able to use these items during their reading and math time. The students have access to audiobooks, learning apps, and other platforms to enhance their learning. \r\nThe students are so eager and excited to use their new technology accessories during class. \r\n\r\nThese items have also helped with the limited number of headphones available in our classroom. Prior to your donation, students had to share due to a shortage. \r\n \r\nYour contribution is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1726965263472,"projectUrl":"project/give-us-a-hand/8762146/","projectTitle":"Give Us a Hand!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9577912_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719945367996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9577912"},{"teacherId":9577912,"projectId":8472540,"letterContent":"Thank you donors for your generous contribution for the open charging cart for our student devices. This new piece of equipment has allowed my students to keep their devices charged and ready for use throughout the day. The cart has also helped us keep our classroom organized, since the use of many chargers and cables can get messy. The students have also taken ownership and responsibility by taking turns each day to collect and connect the devices for their peers to ready for the following day. Once again, we truly appreciate your generosity to funding our open charging cart.","fullyFundedDate":1725887551865,"projectUrl":"project/keep-it-charged/8472540/","projectTitle":"Keep It Charged!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9577912_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719945367996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9577912"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_9436","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":649,"numTeachers":47,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":97,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":48.6,"schoolId":9436,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Gonzalez Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Gonzalez Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/brownsville-independent-school-district/gonzalez-elementary-school/9436"}