{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Daniel Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":77.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9851955,"projectId":9377545,"letterContent":"My second grade students were ecstatic to receive the Lego Robotic Spike Essentials kit; they couldn't wait to explore and try out basic coding skills!\r\n This is an amazing opportunity for them to expose them early to skills including but not limited to clear communication, teamwork, and engineering design skills. As students construct and code their robot, they are developing essential problem-solving skills that will be vital to them in whatever future career they pursue. \r\n Thank you for positively impacting the future of these students!","fullyFundedDate":1757526347650,"projectUrl":"project/robotics-club/9377545/","projectTitle":"Robotics Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greenwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9851955"},{"teacherId":9851955,"projectId":9545292,"letterContent":"Students were so excited to receive and learn how to use their new flexible seating. These wiggle-wobble cushions are now a classroom staple. They help students to focus on their learning for longer periods of time in a way that is not distracting to their classmates or themselves. \r\nThese are a win-win for teachers and students, allowing students to get some wiggles out while at the same time, facilitating teacher instruction. Students are allowed autonomy to choose if and when using a wiggle cushion will help them focus. They are allowed to go and get one quietly without disrupting learning.\r\nThe wiggle wobble cushions have made a huge impact in my classroom and will continue to do so for many more years.","fullyFundedDate":1757526378182,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-wobble-cushions/9545292/","projectTitle":"Wiggle-Wobble Cushions!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greenwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9851955"},{"teacherId":7607028,"projectId":8810612,"letterContent":"The Discreet Period Essentials project has had a profound and immediate impact on my students' confidence, comfort, and ability to remain fully engaged in the learning environment. Before this project, many students struggled quietly with the fear and stress of being unprepared during their menstrual cycle, which often led to missed class time, embarrassment, or anxiety throughout the school day. By providing pads, liners, wipes, hand sanitizer, and discreet bags adorned with encouraging words, the project created a supportive system in which students can access what they need without fear of stigma or judgment. This simple shift—knowing that essentials are always available—has created a more equitable and emotionally safe space for all students who menstruate. It has allowed them to focus more fully on learning, rather than worrying about a natural bodily process that should never be a barrier to their academic engagement or self-esteem.","fullyFundedDate":1727821113748,"projectUrl":"project/discreet-period-essentials/8810612/","projectTitle":"Discreet Period Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7607028_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753385160566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7607028"},{"teacherId":10237745,"projectId":9674860,"letterContent":"The technology and learning tools donated to our classroom have made a meaningful difference in how students engage with early literacy, social and emotional learning, and communication. These resources allow students to interact with letters, sounds, words, and emotions in hands-on and developmentally appropriate ways. Rather than relying solely on worksheets or whole-group instruction, students now explore concepts through play, listening, speaking, and collaboration, supporting a wide range of learning styles and increasing overall engagement.\r\nThe Alphabet Soup Sorters, CVC Word Building Pocket Charts, voice recording buttons, and classroom headphones have been especially impactful in supporting early literacy development. Students enjoy matching letters to sounds, sorting alphabet pieces, and physically building CVC words, which helps make abstract reading skills more concrete. The recording buttons allow students to practice letter sounds, simple words, and kind phrases, building confidence and speech skills, while the headphones help students stay focused during listening activities and independent practice. These tools have been particularly beneficial for shy students, English language learners, and those who need repeated practice at their own pace.\r\nIn addition to academic growth, the donated books and rewards have strengthened our focus on social-emotional learning and positive behavior. Kindness Is My Superpower and I Have Ants in My Pants help students develop empathy, self-control, and respect in relatable ways, while the animal erasers serve as motivating rewards that reinforce positive behavior and effort. Overall, these resources have created a supportive and joyful learning environment where students feel excited to learn, confident to try, and encouraged to grow both academically and socially.","fullyFundedDate":1757284131925,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-kindergarteners-focus-and-learn/9674860/","projectTitle":"Help My Kindergarteners Focus and Learn With Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sembrano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10237745"},{"teacherId":9282067,"projectId":9315860,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing the supplies to help organize my new library. The 2 gallon storage bags and the bins are very useful. \r\n\r\nAs mentioned,the bags will be used to help our younger students and their parents keep track of their library books. The bags protect the books from potential damage. It's a win- win situation! \r\nThe bins provided are filled with their favorite items from our old library. The students will love getting the box and seeing familiar items. Thank you for being supporters of education and for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1746699619540,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-organized-in-the-library/9315860/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Organized in the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nash","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9282067"},{"teacherId":4676370,"projectId":9285906,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation that made it possible for our classroom to receive a beautiful, large rug. This simple addition has truly transformed our learning environment in so many meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThe rug creates a soft, inviting space where students can gather comfortably to read together, take a moment to calm down, or work collaboratively away from their desks. It has quickly become a favorite spot in the room, encouraging a sense of community and providing a peaceful area for focused learning and relaxation.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our students feel more connected and supported, and our classroom has become an even more welcoming place for growth and discovery. Your contribution has made a lasting impact, and we are incredibly grateful for your support in helping us create an environment where every student can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1746738395501,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-rug/9285906/","projectTitle":"Classroom Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Escoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4676370_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y633&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753823758085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-escoto"},{"teacherId":4676370,"projectId":9261161,"letterContent":"Thank you for the support for providing 3D printer filament and other supplies to help me make sure our last Panther Store was well stocked for our students. With the supplies, I was able to make an abundance of 3D printed items for our students. I had my machine running 24/7 for a month! The items were well loved and enjoyed! I was able to make so many items and so many students who had never been able to purchase a 3D printed item was able to get something this time. Many students told me how much they're going to miss the Panther Store as they move onto middle school next year.","fullyFundedDate":1746452289540,"projectUrl":"project/one-last-time/9261161/","projectTitle":"One Last Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Escoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4676370_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y633&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753823758085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-escoto"},{"teacherId":4676370,"projectId":9276271,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support. We were able to restock our Panther STore with exciting new Squishmallows - and the students loved them! Their faces lit up the moment they saw the new items on the shelves. Some were so excited they wanted to buy them all! We even had to set a limit so that students visiting later in the day would still have a chance to enjoy them too.\r\n\r\nIt's moments like these that make our school community feel even more special. You donation didn't just bring in fun rewards - it brought joy, motivation, and a sense of fairness and celebration to our students. Thank you for helping to make that possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746582180328,"projectUrl":"project/squishies-one-last-time/9276271/","projectTitle":"Squishies One Last Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Escoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4676370_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y633&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753823758085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-escoto"},{"teacherId":4676370,"projectId":9326474,"letterContent":"With your support, we were able to stock up on a variety of snacks and treats—including Takis, Jolly Ranchers, Dum Dums, Sour Punch Straws, and Starbursts—that are helping us keep our students motivated and energized during these final days of the school year.\r\n\r\nThese small rewards have made a big impact! Whether it's staying focused during a lesson or pushing through end-of-year assessments, these treats have given our students something extra to look forward to. Any remaining items will be added to our Panther Store, where students can spend their hard-earned points and celebrate their positive behavior.","fullyFundedDate":1746890199174,"projectUrl":"project/keep-us-motivated/9326474/","projectTitle":"Keep Us Motivated","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Escoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4676370_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y633&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753823758085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-escoto"},{"teacherId":4676370,"projectId":9208268,"letterContent":"Thanks to you, our classroom library just got an exciting upgrade. We received a wonderful collection of new books—including the illustrated editions of the Harry Potter series and several highly-requested manga titles that my students have been eager to read.\r\n\r\nThese additions have created a noticeable buzz in the room. Students are already diving into the new stories, and it's so rewarding to see their excitement grow as they explore new genres and series. As we head into the final weeks of school, these books are giving my students fresh motivation to read and the joy of discovering something new.","fullyFundedDate":1746838201368,"projectUrl":"project/more-books-please/9208268/","projectTitle":"More Books Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Escoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4676370_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y633&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753823758085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-escoto"},{"teacherId":4676370,"projectId":9258912,"letterContent":"The pencils and paper (notebook and copy paper) arrived quickly. A few packages of the notebook paper have already been used by students for end of the year assignments, tests and spelling tests. I've also shared a box of the pencils to some teachers who were in desperate need for students to complete work and tests. The remaining pencils and paper have been stored with my supplies for next school year so I'll have them ready to go in August.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students will be able to start the year with the tools they need to stay focused, organized and successful. Having these essentials on hand means less time worrying about materials and more time dedicated to learning right away.","fullyFundedDate":1746493172010,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-paper-please/9258912/","projectTitle":"Pencils & Paper Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Escoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4676370_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y633&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753823758085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-escoto"},{"teacherId":4676370,"projectId":9139666,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in helping us add a wide selection of manga and anime books to our classroom library! Our students were beyond excited to see their favorite series on the shelves, and it's been amazing to watch them dive into reading with such enthusiasm. Your donation has truly made a difference in creating a space where students feel seen, heard, and excited about reading.\r\n\r\nMany of our students specifically requested these titles because they're deeply connected to the stories and characters. Having access to the next volumes in their favorite series has motivated them to read more often and with greater focus. It's especially heartening to see students who were previously reluctant readers now spending free time immersed in books—and even discussing plot twists and character development with their peers!","fullyFundedDate":1742901674735,"projectUrl":"project/manga-manga-books-please/9139666/","projectTitle":"Manga Manga Books Please","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Escoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4676370_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y633&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753823758085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-escoto"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_12954","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":454,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":88,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":53,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":39,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"12.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":22.5,"schoolId":12954,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Daniel Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Daniel Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/duncanville-independent-school-district/daniel-intermediate-school/12954"}