{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Edwin J Kiest Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2354242,"projectId":9469394,"letterContent":"Because of your investment, my students were able to use the bilingual posters to further their depth of knowledge and achieve their dreams of being a bilingual superhero. The different grammar and educational posters helped the students feel confident as they grew and progressed through the year. The posters helped them to recall what they had learned and helped them treasure their time in my classroom with meaningful lesson engagement. I am deeply indebted to all my donors for their generosity. I know that every year has its own set of challenges, but with everyone's help we have made lasting memories that will shape a better tomorrow.","fullyFundedDate":1755874610063,"projectUrl":"project/can-you-hear-me-now-creating-successful/9469394/","projectTitle":"Can You Hear me Now: Creating Successful Biliterate Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2354242_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450753148106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-gtz"},{"teacherId":8547555,"projectId":10113309,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and my students! Your generosity is helping us not only finish this school year strong, but also prepare for our exciting move to a brand new campus next year. The plastic privacy folders will be a huge upgrade from our worn-out cardboard ones, and I have kept the mobile whiteboard and privacy partition folder rack packaged so they can make the move safely and be ready for our new classroom. The markers are also coming at the perfect time and will be so helpful for creating anchor charts and engaging lessons next year!\r\nThe mini calculators were especially helpful during STAAR prep for students who receive calculation aids, giving them extra confidence during review activities. The megaphone speaker has easily been the class favorite! We use it during recess and in the hallways with silly voices to call students, and it has brought so much laughter, excitement, and joy to our school days. Thank you again for investing in my students and helping create a classroom environment that is supportive, engaging, and fun every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1776095569017,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-learning-outdoors-and-in/10113309/","projectTitle":"Tools for Learning: Outdoors and In","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Contreras","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8547555_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691343400665","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kasscontreras"},{"teacherId":2354242,"projectId":9468593,"letterContent":"Because of your investment, my students were able to enjoy their learning environment and create a memorable year. The different space posters help the students feel confident while showing their growth and progress in a creative and visible way. The welcoming posters helped them treasure their time in my classroom with meaningful SEL practices and character building motivation. I am deeply indebted to all my donors for their generosity. I know that every year has its own set of challenges, but with everyone's help we have made lasting memories that will shape a generation.","fullyFundedDate":1755875244072,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-space-for-academic-lift-off/9468593/","projectTitle":"Creating a Space for Academic Lift Off","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2354242_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450753148106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-gtz"},{"teacherId":8547555,"projectId":10118322,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your contribution made it possible to bring engaging and interactive learning experiences to my students during our STAAR review. With your help, I was able to purchase a baseball-themed Jeopardy game that made math review exciting and memorable, we split into 2 teams and played real baseball if they got their question right! I also purchased a basketball-themed Jeopardy that we transformed into a real-life basketball game for Saturday school. The students were incredibly motivated and had so much fun learning in a new and meaningful way!\r\nBecause of your generosity, I am also able to save the remaining gift card funds to purchase additional games and resources that will continue to support student learning in the future, including next school year. Your kindness is helping create a classroom environment where students feel excited, confident, and eager to learn. Thank you again for making such a positive impact on my students' education.","fullyFundedDate":1776094073860,"projectUrl":"project/math-science-fueled-by-tpt/10118322/","projectTitle":"Math & Science Fueled by TpT","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Contreras","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8547555_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691343400665","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kasscontreras"},{"teacherId":10347473,"projectId":9887651,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the rug and bookshelves for our \"Littles\" in the school library. When our Pre Kindergarten students came to the library, they were so excited to see the vibrant rug with all the shapes and colors just for them. Their Story Time space has been transformed from a dull corner to an exciting nook they can call their own. \r\nIn addition, the bookshelves are at their eye level and perfect when PreK students are choosing a book. 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The thinner tips make writing much clearer during whole group lessons, which has improved engagement and participation. The sticky easel paper is an indispensable tool for creating anchor charts that support our daily learning and give students a visual reference they can rely on in class. \r\nMany of the materials will be especially helpful as we prepare for next year. The storage containers will be used to safely pack and organize our classroom materials for the move to our new building. The folders and file organizers are already helping me store printouts and organize science and math activities over the summer so I can start the year fully prepared. The plastic folders will also be used as homework folders next year, replacing the paper ones we used this year that were not durable enough. The reusable write-and-wipe pockets will also be introduced next year to replace our older set, giving students a fresh and reliable tool to practice and build confidence in their learning. \r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom next year will be more organized, engaging, and ready for success!","fullyFundedDate":1771779518269,"projectUrl":"project/packed-prepared-and-ready-for-5th-grad/10027870/","projectTitle":"Packed, Prepared, and Ready for 5th grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Contreras","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8547555_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691343400665","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kasscontreras"},{"teacherId":9797637,"projectId":9548902,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous donation to our 6th grade reading classroom. Your support directly impacts my students by helping us build a classroom library filled with engaging, diverse, and meaningful texts. Because of you, my students have greater access to books that spark their curiosity, strengthen their reading skills, and encourage a lifelong love of learning.\r\n\r\nAt this age, students are discovering who they are as readers and thinkers. Having the right resources in their hands makes all the difference in building confidence and fostering a positive learning environment. Your contribution not only supports their academic growth but also shows them that their education matters to others beyond our classroom walls.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their success. Your kindness and generosity truly make a lasting difference, and we are so thankful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1754834333703,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-blast-off-into-the-new-school-y/9548902/","projectTitle":"Ready to Blast Off Into the New School Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9797637_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728358439046","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9797637"},{"teacherId":9797637,"projectId":9892217,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to you for your generous donation to our 6th grade reading classroom. Your support makes a meaningful difference in the daily learning experiences of my students. Because of your kindness, we are able to provide engaging books, resources, and materials that help foster a love of reading and strengthen essential literacy skills.\r\n\r\nMiddle school is such an important time in a child's academic journey, and access to high-quality reading materials can truly shape a student's confidence and growth. Your contribution helps create a classroom environment where students feel excited to explore new stories, develop critical thinking skills, and discover the joy that reading can bring.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and our classroom community, thank you for investing in their education and future. Your generosity is appreciated more than words can express, and it inspires all of us to continue learning and growing together.","fullyFundedDate":1763998509264,"projectUrl":"project/creating-personal-learning-spaces-for-ac/9892217/","projectTitle":"Creating Personal Learning Spaces for Academic Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9797637_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728358439046","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9797637"},{"teacherId":6650861,"projectId":9360859,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom in the fall. The second grade students have really enjoyed the thematic reading materials purchased throughout this school year during their morning meeting.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, classroom materials have been extremely valuable as the school year has gone on to support my students with their learning. None of this could have been done without your support. One of the most useful item has been the space themed items that support our school wide theme for the year.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1752896825641,"projectUrl":"project/read-count-succeed/9360859/","projectTitle":"Read, Count, Succeed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ondrey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6650861_orig.jpg?crop=2130,2130,x0,y198&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752017969269","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6650861"},{"teacherId":8547555,"projectId":9867209,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your donation toward Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards made an immediate and meaningful impact on my students' learning. Because of you, I was able to purchase engaging science resources to begin reviewing key concepts in preparation for the STAAR assessment. These materials have helped my students feel more confident, focused, and motivated as we revisit important standards in the form of mini lessons and station rotations!\r\n\r\nIn addition, I used the gift cards to purchase math resources that students can use for homework and extra practice. These activities allow students to reinforce what we have already learned in class and give them the opportunity to build fluency and confidence at their own pace. Your generosity directly supports my students' growth and success, and I am incredibly grateful for your investment in their education. Thank you for believing in my students and our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1769177260747,"projectUrl":"project/from-my-cart-to-our-classroom/9867209/","projectTitle":"From My Cart to Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Contreras","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8547555_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691343400665","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kasscontreras"},{"teacherId":8547555,"projectId":9655382,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. The materials you provided have already made a big difference in both our daily routines and student learning. One of the most helpful items has been the electric hole puncher, which allowed me to quickly hole punch vocabulary index cards and restock each group's supply container. We had run out of index cards, and using a single manual hole puncher to prepare them takes an extremely long time. Because of you, every table is now stocked and ready to go without wasting instructional time.\r\n\r\nI have also put the cordless glue gun and thermal laminating pouches to great use. The glue gun helped me secure bulletin board materials that were constantly falling down, improving our classroom environment. It has also been used during my after school club to glue together our set pieces and costumes, allowing students to collaborate creatively. The thermal laminating pouches have been essential for laminating manipulatives and reusable sheets that my students use regularly, helping materials last longer and stay accessible.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, they were excited and eager to use them. These resources allow us to continue our lessons more smoothly and focus on hands-on, engaging learning rather than running out of supplies. Thank you for giving us the tools we need to stay organized, creative, and prepared every day!","fullyFundedDate":1766502442525,"projectUrl":"project/board-ering-on-awesome/9655382/","projectTitle":"Board-ering on Awesome!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Contreras","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8547555_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691343400665","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kasscontreras"},{"teacherId":5005064,"projectId":9296709,"letterContent":"Your contributions to my project had a meaningful impact on my students' learning by helping create a more organized, welcoming classroom environment where they feel comfortable and supported. When the materials arrived, my students were genuinely excited and grateful.Their happiness and enthusiasm helped build a positive classroom culture and made them feel cared for. 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