{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Arturo Salazar Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5658283,"projectId":10381186,"letterContent":"My students and I are using the donated paper, colored paper, and lamination sheets to create engaging learning activities and classroom resources that support our fourth-grade curriculum. We use paper daily for reading responses, writing assignments, vocabulary practice, graphic organizers, and other activities that help students strengthen their academic skills. The colored paper helps me create eye-catching anchor charts, vocabulary cards, and learning materials that make important information easier for students to recognize and remember. The lamination sheets allow me to protect instructional resources so students can reuse them during reading and language arts centers throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nOne specific way we will use these materials is by creating reading strategy resources to help students identify the main idea, summarize texts, identify the problem and solution, and support their answers with text evidence. These are important skills that students need to become stronger readers and writers. Having colorful, durable materials allows students to interact with these concepts in different ways and gives them opportunities to practice independently and with their classmates.\r\n\r\nMy students are excited when they see new classroom materials because they know we will be able to create new activities and make our learning environment more colorful and engaging. They enjoy using materials that make their work feel special and give them opportunities to be creative. Having the supplies we need also allows me to provide students with the materials they need to complete their assignments and participate in classroom projects without unnecessary limitations.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue developing hands-on reading and writing activities that help students build confidence and improve their academic performance. We will use the donated supplies to create reusable learning tools, organize classroom resources, and provide opportunities for students to practice essential fourth-grade skills. As we continue our lessons, students will use graphic organizers to plan their writing, colored materials to organize information, and reusable resources to review vocabulary and reading strategies. These activities will encourage collaboration, independent thinking, and active participation.","fullyFundedDate":1784325569521,"projectUrl":"project/writing-tools/10381186/","projectTitle":"Writing Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Delgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5658283_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704756417061","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5658283"},{"teacherId":5658283,"projectId":10239744,"letterContent":"The Teachers Pay Teachers gift card allows me to purchase engaging, creative, and meaningful resources that support my students' learning. These resources help me differentiate instruction, reinforce important skills, and provide activities that meet the diverse needs of my fourth-grade students. They also help make learning more interactive and accessible for all learners.\r\nMy students are excited to participate in fun, engaging activities that make learning enjoyable. The resources allow them to practice skills in creative ways, build confidence, and take a more active role in their learning. I love seeing their enthusiasm when they realize learning can be both educational and fun!\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and helping my students succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1784141188514,"projectUrl":"project/resources-for-everyone/10239744/","projectTitle":"Resources for Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Delgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5658283_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704756417061","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5658283"},{"teacherId":9119567,"projectId":10198130,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, \"Focus in Motion: Flexible Seating & Sensory Tools for SPED.\" Your generosity has helped create a more welcoming and responsive learning environment for my students. They were immediately excited to see the colorful balance ball chairs, sensory tools, weighted plush animals, chair bands, and calming materials. These resources give them safe, appropriate ways to move, regulate their emotions, and stay engaged during instruction.\r\n\r\nWe are using the balance ball chairs and chair bands during small-group lessons and independent work, while the fidgets, sensory tubes, weighted plush animals, and calming lamp support students when they feel overwhelmed or need a sensory break. The academic materials are also making learning more interactive. Students use the sand trays and magnetic letters to practice letter formation, spelling, and phonics; the reading highlighters help them track words and focus on specific parts of a text; and the magnetic ten-frames and pom-poms provide hands-on support during math lessons. It has been wonderful to watch students discover which tools help them feel calm, focused, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue teaching students to choose and use these resources independently and responsibly. As they become more familiar with the tools, they will practice identifying what their bodies and minds need so they can return to learning with greater confidence. Because of your support, my students now have more opportunities to experience success—academically, socially, and emotionally. Thank you for investing in them and helping make our classroom a place where every learner can thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1779060374488,"projectUrl":"project/focus-in-motion-flexible-seating-sens/10198130/","projectTitle":"Focus in Motion: Flexible Seating & Sensory Tools for SPED","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9119567_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776276513639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9119567"},{"teacherId":7813695,"projectId":10497395,"letterContent":"Technology has been such a fun addition to our classroom! My students are excited to use it because it gives them a different way to practice the letters, sounds, reading, and math skills we are learning each day. They especially love that the activities feel like games while they are still learning.\r\n\r\nI have really enjoyed seeing some of my quieter students come out of their shells when using the technology. It gives them a chance to work at their own pace and build confidence without feeling rushed. Their faces light up when they get an answer correct or complete an activity on their own!\r\n\r\nMost of all, they are always excited when they hear that it is their turn to use the technology. It has helped make learning exciting, engaging, and something they look forward to.","fullyFundedDate":1787155492962,"projectUrl":"project/print-create-and-learn-tools-for-our/10497395/","projectTitle":"Print, Create, and Learn: Tools for Our Kindergarten Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7813695"},{"teacherId":4002649,"projectId":9007743,"letterContent":"Thank you for making this project possible. The speaker and microphone have brought so much joy and confidence into our classroom. My students love celebrating their accomplishments with music, and our classroom has become an even more welcoming and engaging place to learn. The microphone has also encouraged even my quietest students to share their ideas, present their work, and speak with greater confidence in front of their classmates. These simple tools have made every student's voice feel important.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I have been able to create more interactive lessons, celebrate student achievements in meaningful ways, and provide opportunities for every child to practice their communication skills. Watching my students smile as they proudly present their work or celebrate reaching a goal has been incredibly rewarding. Your generosity has done more than provide classroom materials—it has helped build confidence, community, and a classroom where every student feels seen, heard, and valued.","fullyFundedDate":1734712097961,"projectUrl":"project/speak-up/9007743/","projectTitle":"Speak Up","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4002649_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522450544488","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jenperez"},{"teacherId":4002649,"projectId":9261316,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in my students and our classroom. Your generosity provided the cleaning supplies we needed to create a space where my students feel safe, comfortable, and cared for every single day. While these may seem like simple items, they make a tremendous difference. A clean classroom allows my students to focus on learning instead of distractions, and it gives them an environment that reflects how much they matter.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful outcomes has been watching my students take pride in our classroom. They eagerly help keep our space clean and understand that taking care of our classroom is a way of taking care of one another. As a teacher, it means so much to know that I can spend more time teaching and supporting my students instead of worrying about whether we have the basic supplies needed to maintain a healthy learning environment. Your kindness has touched our classroom in ways that extend far beyond these materials. Thank you for investing in my students and reminding them that there are people who truly care about their success.","fullyFundedDate":1746787058668,"projectUrl":"project/clean-learning-environment/9261316/","projectTitle":"Clean Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4002649_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522450544488","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jenperez"},{"teacherId":4002649,"projectId":9844436,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for the generosity that brought this project to life. The science, art, and math materials have transformed the way my students experience learning. Instead of simply reading about new concepts, they are now able to explore, create, build, and discover through hands-on activities. Watching their excitement as they make connections between creativity and academic content has been one of the most rewarding parts of this project. These experiences have sparked curiosity, encouraged collaboration, and helped my students develop confidence as young learners.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, these resources have allowed me to design more engaging lessons that meet the needs of a variety of learning styles. My students are more willing to take risks, ask thoughtful questions, and solve problems because they have meaningful tools to explore ideas in science, art, and math. The materials have turned everyday lessons into memorable learning experiences that encourage critical thinking and creativity. Most importantly, my students know that people they have never met believed in them enough to invest in their education. That kindness has reminded them that their learning matters, and it has inspired them to approach each day with excitement and confidence. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1761853197585,"projectUrl":"project/science-art-math-learning/9844436/","projectTitle":"Science, Art & Math Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4002649_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522450544488","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jenperez"},{"teacherId":7745837,"projectId":9137831,"letterContent":"My students are more than grateful that you chose to donate to our project. Any my wallets is probably even more happy! I try to make sure I have some snacks on hand because my students come from all different backgrounds. I never want anyone to feel like they were forgotten or left out when it comes to our snack time. Times are always tough and after a long school day it makes a world of difference when the kiddos can have a small snack. Having enough on hand allows me to keep our snack time and keep my kiddos happy. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1746699595602,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack/9137831/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berkley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7745837"},{"teacherId":7745837,"projectId":5395389,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my class project! I wanted to help my students understand more about people and our differences. They are in PreK so they can see the obvious but being able to understand why is always hard. The crayons we have usually just have brown or peach but once they saw all the different shades, they became sooooo excited! It may have been a small gesture to you but it means the world to me. My students were able to understand different cultures more just by having the right crayons. Again thank you so much!!","fullyFundedDate":1616780654637,"projectUrl":"project/coloring-real-people/5395389/","projectTitle":"Coloring Real People","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berkley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7745837"},{"teacherId":4002649,"projectId":6506213,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity! You have made learning in our classroom flexible and fun. With your donations we were able to place a work desk in the front of the classroom that can be used for students who are presenting and showing off their learning. We also have a work space in the back of our classroom where students can work as a team or individually. Making learning flexible for my students is a great way to help them feel comfortable and secure in our classroom. When they feel confident, they will take their learning to a new level. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1659735333687,"projectUrl":"project/standing-while-learning/6506213/","projectTitle":"Standing While Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4002649_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522450544488","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jenperez"},{"teacherId":4002649,"projectId":9930074,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible. The science materials have brought our lessons to life by giving my students the opportunity to explore concepts through hands-on learning. Whether listening to their heartbeats with stethoscopes, examining the skeleton model, or investigating other science tools, my students have been excited, engaged, and eager to learn. These experiences have sparked curiosity and helped them build confidence as young scientists.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I have been able to create more interactive lessons that encourage students to ask questions, make observations, and think critically. Seeing their excitement and wonder reminds me how powerful hands-on learning can be. Your support has given my students meaningful experiences they will remember long after this school year, and we are truly grateful for your investment in their education.","fullyFundedDate":1765910114878,"projectUrl":"project/scientists-in-the-making/9930074/","projectTitle":"Scientists in the Making","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4002649_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522450544488","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jenperez"},{"teacherId":10379106,"projectId":9951474,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of the games and supplies! My kids were thrilled to see them. The Clixo toys really caught their attention, and have definitely pushed some of them to new creative heights. I love seeing them work through their challenges, especially in a group setting. It has also been fun to see students step up and begin facilitating games on their own, like Spot It. \r\nThank you again for making sure our kids are happily occupied and learning, even during indoor recess. It is so nice to know that bad weather doesn't resign us to less fun and learning. We appreciate it so much.","fullyFundedDate":1769177270550,"projectUrl":"project/level-up-our-screen-free-indoor-recess-w/9951474/","projectTitle":"Level Up Our Screen-Free Indoor Recess With STEM and Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cortes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10379106"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_25048","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":430,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":92,"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":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.6,"schoolId":25048,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Arturo Salazar Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Arturo Salazar Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/dallas-independent-school-district/arturo-salazar-elementary-school/25048"}