{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kinder Ranch Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":11.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3966461,"projectId":10622628,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating these wonderful letters for my kindergarten centers! My students are excited to explore the letters while practicing their fine motor skills through lacing activities. These materials provide a fun, hands-on way for my little learners to strengthen their hand muscles, improve hand-eye coordination, and become more familiar with the alphabet. I love that they can learn and develop important skills while playing and having fun. These activities will be a wonderful addition to our classroom centers and will support my students as they continue building a strong foundation for reading and writing in Spanish. Thank you for your generosity and for helping make learning meaningful and engaging for my kindergarten students. We truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1789570805862,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-centers/10622628/","projectTitle":"We Love Centers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3966461_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485483943248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3966461"},{"teacherId":3966461,"projectId":10283535,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating these wonderful materials to our kindergarten classroom! My students love retelling stories and creating their own stories, and these supplies have made their storytelling activities even more exciting. The puppets have been especially helpful because they allow my students to act out the stories they are writing and bring their ideas to life. I also love being able to laminate the materials so they can be reused and enjoyed by my students in our storytelling center. These resources encourage creativity, imagination, language development, and a love of reading and writing. Thank you for helping me create meaningful, hands-on learning experiences for my little learners. Your generosity makes a difference in our classroom, and we are truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1788982601224,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-storytelling/10283535/","projectTitle":"Learning through Storytelling!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3966461_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485483943248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3966461"},{"teacherId":3966461,"projectId":10350124,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating math centers and puzzles to our kindergarten classroom! Your generosity means so much to us. These wonderful resources will give my students exciting opportunities to explore math, practice problem-solving, recognize patterns, and develop their critical-thinking skills while having fun. The hands-on activities will help make learning math more engaging and meaningful for my little learners. My students will love working together, exploring the puzzles, and building their math skills through play. Thank you for helping create a fun and supportive learning environment for my kindergarten students. We truly appreciate your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1787195256769,"projectUrl":"project/i-can-count/10350124/","projectTitle":"I Can Count!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3966461_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485483943248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3966461"},{"teacherId":3966461,"projectId":10349899,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of Spanish books for our kindergarten classroom library! These books will make a wonderful difference in our classroom by giving my students more opportunities to explore stories, develop their Spanish language skills, and grow as readers. My students will enjoy discovering new stories, learning new vocabulary, and using their imaginations as they read.\r\n\r\nHaving a variety of Spanish books in our classroom library will help foster a love of reading and encourage students to practice their reading skills during centers and independent reading time. Your generosity helps create a welcoming learning environment where students can learn, explore, and build confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and helping my kindergarten students develop a lifelong love of reading. We truly appreciate your kindness and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1784407877765,"projectUrl":"project/amazing-reading/10349899/","projectTitle":"Amazing Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3966461_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485483943248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3966461"},{"teacherId":3966461,"projectId":10349877,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the Alphabet Learning Centers! My kindergarten students will love using these fun and engaging materials to practice recognizing letters, matching letters, and developing their early reading skills. These learning centers will make learning the alphabet exciting and meaningful while helping my students build a strong foundation for reading.\r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your kindness and support of my classroom. Thank you for helping my students learn, grow, and succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1784407475492,"projectUrl":"project/abc-go/10349877/","projectTitle":"ABC Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3966461_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485483943248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3966461"},{"teacherId":10406676,"projectId":10118502,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank you for the wonderful resources you donated to my classroom. My students are having such a great time learning how to form words and sentences while using these engaging materials. Your generous donation has made learning more hands-on, meaningful, and fun for them. We are truly grateful for your kindness and for helping provide my students with resources that support their learning and growth. Thank you for making such a positive difference in our classroom! 💗📚✨","fullyFundedDate":1778262108911,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-learn-with-confidence/10118502/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Learn with Confidence!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gloria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10406676"},{"teacherId":3966461,"projectId":10187665,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the wonderful new carpet for our kindergarten classroom! We are so excited to have it in our reading corner. It has created a cozy, welcoming, and comfortable space where my students can enjoy books, learn, and explore.\r\n\r\nMy students love sitting on the new carpet while reading their favorite books, looking at pictures, and sharing stories with their friends. We also use the space for our classroom centers, where students can play, work together, and practice important skills through hands-on activities.\r\n\r\nThe carpet has made our reading corner feel like a special place where students can relax, learn, and use their imagination. It has quickly become one of our favorite areas in the classroom, and my students are so happy to have a comfortable place to read and play.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make our classroom a more inviting and engaging place for learning. Your generosity means so much to us, and we truly appreciate your support of our kindergarten students. We love our new carpet! ❤️","fullyFundedDate":1778262106421,"projectUrl":"project/a-new-carpet-hip-hip-horray/10187665/","projectTitle":"A New Carpet! Hip Hip Horray!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3966461_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485483943248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3966461"},{"teacherId":3966461,"projectId":10187759,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating the light box and translucent materials to our kindergarten classroom! My students are absolutely loving these new resources. They are excited to explore, create, and learn through hands-on activities.\r\n\r\nThe light box has become a wonderful addition to our classroom centers. My students are using the translucent materials to practice recognizing and forming letters, identifying numbers, counting, and developing their early math skills. They are learning while having fun, and I love seeing their excitement and curiosity as they explore the different activities.\r\n\r\nThese materials provide my students with opportunities to learn in a fun, interactive, and meaningful way. They are especially helpful for keeping young learners engaged and encouraging them to practice important skills independently and with their classmates.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a wonderful difference in our classroom. Thank you for helping make learning more exciting for my kindergarten students and for supporting their growth and success. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1778262112399,"projectUrl":"project/light-1-2-3/10187759/","projectTitle":"Light 1 2 3!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3966461_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485483943248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3966461"},{"teacherId":3966461,"projectId":10190902,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating the light box and translucent materials to our kindergarten classroom! My students are absolutely loving these new resources. They are excited to explore, create, and learn through hands-on activities.\r\n\r\nThe light box has become a wonderful addition to our classroom centers. My students are using the translucent materials to practice recognizing and forming letters, identifying numbers, counting, and developing their early math skills. They are learning while having fun, and I love seeing their excitement and curiosity as they explore the different activities.\r\n\r\nThese materials provide my students with opportunities to learn in a fun, interactive, and meaningful way. They are especially helpful for keeping young learners engaged and encouraging them to practice important skills independently and with their classmates.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a wonderful difference in our classroom. Thank you for helping make learning more exciting for my kindergarten students and for supporting their growth and success. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1778262104003,"projectUrl":"project/steam-123/10190902/","projectTitle":"STEAM 123","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3966461_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485483943248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3966461"},{"teacherId":3966461,"projectId":10057656,"letterContent":"The writing paper and crayons have helped students develop their early writing and creativity skills. My students are excited to write stories, draw pictures, and express their ideas in colorful and creative ways. They are practicing letter formation, sentence writing, and illustrating their work with confidence. Having these supplies available every day allows students to participate fully in writing activities and take pride in their work.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase markers have also increased student engagement during reading and math lessons. Students enjoy using them to practice sight words, letters, numbers, and math problems on their dry erase boards. They feel more comfortable trying new skills because they can erase and try again, which builds confidence and reduces fear of making mistakes.\r\n\r\nThe black markers for tracing have been especially helpful for handwriting development. Students use them to trace letters, words, and shapes, which strengthens fine motor skills and improves proper letter formation. This has supported students who need extra practice and has helped them gain better control and confidence in their writing.\r\n\r\nBecause of these supplies, students are more motivated, engaged, and excited to learn every day. They are building strong reading, writing, and math skills while developing creativity and independence. Your generosity has created a positive and supportive learning environment where every student has the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1770391396832,"projectUrl":"project/wohoo-school-supplies/10057656/","projectTitle":"Wohoo! School Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3966461_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485483943248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3966461"},{"teacherId":3966461,"projectId":10091817,"letterContent":"The dry erase boards have helped transform the way my students practice reading and math skills. My students love using the boards and are excited to write every day. They eagerly practice letters, sight words, sentences, numbers, and math problems with confidence. The ability to write, erase, and try again has reduced frustration and encouraged them to take risks in their learning. Students who were once hesitant to write are now more willing to participate and share their work.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase boards have also increased student engagement and independence during lessons and centers. Students are more focused, motivated, and actively involved in learning activities. They enjoy working together, practicing skills, and showing their progress. This simple but powerful tool has created a positive learning environment where students feel successful and proud of their work.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students are developing stronger writing, reading, and math skills while building confidence and excitement for learning. Your generosity is making a lasting impact in our classroom, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1770746118054,"projectUrl":"project/dry-erase-boards/10091817/","projectTitle":"Dry Erase Boards!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3966461_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485483943248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3966461"},{"teacherId":10375887,"projectId":9978236,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, this iPad has quickly become one of the most loved learning tools in our classroom. My students get so excited when it is their turn to use it, and I have seen incredible growth in both their learning and confidence. They use it to practice important skills through Khan Academy Kids and other educational games, but they also get to be creative and bring their ideas to life. Apps like Maker and ChatterPix allow them to create their own stories, and it is amazing to watch them light up as they hear their creations come alive.\r\n\r\nUnfortunately, the Osmo program we originally hoped to use does not support this particular iPad. However, I have been able to find many other creative and educational ways to use it in our classroom, and the students absolutely love it. It has become an important part of our reading stations, and the excitement when it is someone's turn to use it is contagious.\r\n\r\nThe iPad has also made a big difference in how I support my students academically. I use it for assessments like MCLASS, which helps make testing smoother and quicker for my students. It also allows me to easily review their scores and progress so I can better meet each child where they are in their learning journey. One of the most joyful parts has been seeing how much my students love storytelling. They especially enjoy using ChatterPix to make pictures \"talk.\" I even added pictures of my own cats to the iPad, and the students absolutely love turning them into silly storytellers that talk to the class. Moments like these fill our classroom with laughter while still building important speaking and reading skills.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our classroom. Your generosity has truly brought excitement, creativity, and meaningful learning opportunities to my students every single day. 🩷","fullyFundedDate":1767659166820,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-learning-stations-with-ipad/9978236/","projectTitle":"Interactive Learning Stations with IPad","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10375887_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767402011556","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shelbyrice"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_103131","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":664,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":21,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":35,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":55,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":88.6,"schoolId":103131,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kinder Ranch Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kinder Ranch Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/comal-independent-school-district/kinder-ranch-elementary-school/103131"}