{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Herrera Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":57.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":626578,"projectId":9444570,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for helping bring new books into our kindergarten classroom. Your support means more than words can express, and it will have a lasting impact on my students.\r\n\r\nThe books you've helped provide have played such an important role in that journey. I have been especially eager to share stories by Peter H. Reynolds with my students. His books inspire self-expression, creativity, and courage! Encouraging children to embrace who they are, take risks, and find their voices. These are powerful messages for young learners, and I know they will resonate deeply with my students.\r\n\r\nMy hope is to build a classroom library filled with meaningful stories that not only teach literacy skills but also nurture confidence, perseverance, and joy. Thanks to you, we are one step closer to making that vision a reality.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness, your generosity, and your belief in teachers and students across the country. Your support truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1756431425366,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-my-students/9444570/","projectTitle":"Books for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Polo Oates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp626578_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450543614372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-polo"},{"teacherId":3286626,"projectId":9965801,"letterContent":"I wanted to express my sincerest gratitude for your generous contribution to our classroom project. Your support means the world to us and will have a profound impact on the learning experience of our students. Your donation has not only provided essential resources to our classroom but has also shown our students that their education is valued and supported by generous donors like yourself. The lucky duckies have improved behavior and morale in the classroom and I thank you deeply.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your incredible generosity. Your support has truly made a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1769177335719,"projectUrl":"project/duckies-make-first-graders-happy/9965801/","projectTitle":"Duckies Make First Graders Happy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jaeger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3286626_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533159642357","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3286626"},{"teacherId":6791361,"projectId":9967734,"letterContent":"First of all I want to thank you for supporting our Art class. Thank you for providing us with supplies, that some of my students have never use before. Thank you for giving us the tools to explore with this new medium, and being able to create colorful artwork that we can share and showcase at our school for our community and families to see.\r\nThis project was able to support all my students in Prek3 - 5th and my SPED students as well. This made a huge impact in their lives :)\r\nThank you so much! Many blessings!","fullyFundedDate":1769177337612,"projectUrl":"project/tempera-sticks-for-pk3-2nd-grade-sped-ar/9967734/","projectTitle":"Tempera Sticks for PK3-2nd Grade Sped Art Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cadena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6791361_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726249076560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6791361"},{"teacherId":5525579,"projectId":9935124,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your recent donation to our \"Letters From Heaven\" project! My students have thoroughly enjoyed being able to read the entire narrative. Prior to now, we have only been able to read small excerpts from the story, leaving my students craving more and not fully understanding everything going on in the story. It has been so exciting seeing their love for reading begin to blossom! In addition to enjoying the novel, my students have also been able to use the story as a mentor text to come up with their own great stories! Your donation has touched my students' lives in ways I never dreamed possible.\r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1768097073801,"projectUrl":"project/letters-from-heaven/9935124/","projectTitle":"Letters From Heaven","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Patterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5525579_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531434012088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-spatterson"},{"teacherId":5525579,"projectId":9934867,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your recent donation to our \"Small Steps\" project! My students have thoroughly enjoyed being able to read the entire narrative. Prior to now, we have only been able to read small excerpts from the story, leaving my students craving more and not fully understanding everything going on in the story. It has been so exciting seeing their love for reading begin to blossom! In addition to enjoying the novel, my students have also been able to write their own personal narratives. Having a great mentor text made it much easier for everyone to create great stories! \r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1765642962128,"projectUrl":"project/small-steps/9934867/","projectTitle":"Small Steps","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Patterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5525579_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531434012088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-spatterson"},{"teacherId":10339417,"projectId":9870116,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your generosity, our students now have a ladder, headphones, and a materials shelf that will help keep our classroom organized and support better learning every day.\r\n\r\nThe ladder allows us to safely reach and store classroom items, hang their classrooms crafts, the headphones help students stay focused during independent and technology-based learning, and the new materials shelf keeps our supplies organized and easy for students to access. These resources make a big difference in helping our classroom run smoothly.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and support mean so much to my students and me. Thank you for investing in our learning and helping create a positive classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1765207079341,"projectUrl":"project/helping-little-learners-hear-create-an/9870116/","projectTitle":"Helping Little Learners Hear, Create, and Shine!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Balderama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10339417_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763136031106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10339417"},{"teacherId":626578,"projectId":9446437,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Because of you, our classroom is now stocked with essential science materials and eco-friendly cleaning supplies that make hands-on learning both exciting and responsible.\r\n\r\nMy students have been using simple materials like vinegar and baking soda to explore real chemical reactions, sparking curiosity and helping them think like young scientists. These experiments have built a strong foundation for understanding cause and effect while making science feel accessible and fun.\r\n\r\nAt the same time, the natural cleaning products are helping us maintain a tidy, safe, and eco-conscious classroom environment. Students are learning not only how to explore science but also how to care for their space and the planet.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has created a dynamic learning space where curiosity, cleanliness, and care go hand in hand. We are so grateful for your kindness and for believing in our students' potential.","fullyFundedDate":1762265253563,"projectUrl":"project/science-in-action-clean-curious-and-h/9446437/","projectTitle":"Science in Action: Clean, Curious, and Hands-On!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Polo Oates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp626578_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450543614372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-polo"},{"teacherId":626578,"projectId":9527725,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible. We are already using the materials, and they have made a noticeable difference in our classroom. From gentle hand soaps and wipes that keep little hands clean, to calming scents that help create a peaceful learning environment, these resources support our students in meaningful ways every day.\r\n\r\nThe soothing fragrances and wellness tools have helped our classroom feel more calm, refreshed, and welcoming! Especially for students who need a little extra comfort during the day. Your generosity has supported not only our students' physical well-being, but their emotional wellness too.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a calm, clean, and caring space where every child can feel safe and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1758822297542,"projectUrl":"project/calm-clean-caring-creating-a-wellnes/9527725/","projectTitle":"Calm, Clean & Caring: Creating a Wellness-Focused Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Polo Oates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp626578_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450543614372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-polo"},{"teacherId":626578,"projectId":9256139,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Throughout the school year, our students love creating meaningful gifts for their families and for one another. Because of your kindness, my kindergartners have been able to decorate special bags with gems and materials to hold the gifts they make, making each creation even more personal and exciting. These supplies have been used during other holidays when students exchange gifts with their classmates.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the printer ink you helped provide allowed us to print essential materials for practice, projects, and hands-on learning throughout this year. This support truly has helped our classroom run smoothly and has ensured my students have the resources they need to learn, create, and grow.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and for helping make learning joyful and meaningful for my students. We are so grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1753976394712,"projectUrl":"project/imagination-decorate-and-create/9256139/","projectTitle":"Imagination, Decorate, and Create","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Polo Oates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp626578_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450543614372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-polo"},{"teacherId":5525579,"projectId":9444257,"letterContent":"We cannot thank you enough for your donation toward \"Smile! Reading is Fun!\" Since its arrival, we have enjoyed it every single day! We gather every morning to enjoy a read aloud and its beautiful colors put us in a happy mood instantly. \r\n In addition, we are able to use it when we read our books independently. It's soft, fluffy texture encourages us to read our books because it is so comfortable. \r\n Lastly, its light cheerful colors brighten our entire room! Upon entering, people notice it immediately and always appreciate the feel it gives our class.","fullyFundedDate":1758831367980,"projectUrl":"project/smile-reading-is-fun/9444257/","projectTitle":"Smile! Reading is Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Patterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5525579_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531434012088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-spatterson"},{"teacherId":626578,"projectId":9444600,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful for your generous support of our kindergarten classroom project! Because of you, we'll be able to transform our learning space into an engaging, hands-on environment where curiosity and care for the natural world come alive.\r\n\r\nWith the river rocks, potting soil, soil, and seeds you helped fund, my students have explored the world of pollinators, experiment with planting, and develop fine motor skills through meaningful, sensory rich activities. These materials have allowed us to connect science, art, and environmental stewardship in ways that are both joyful and developmentally appropriate.\r\n\r\nFor many of my kindergartners, this was their first chance to engage with nature based learning experiences. Your generosity ensured that my students were able observe, touch, plant, and discover the beauty of how living things work together. You've helped us create a space where learning feels like exploration and every small discovery sparks excitement.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for helping us nurture future scientists, artists, and caretakers of our planet.","fullyFundedDate":1752671603411,"projectUrl":"project/planting-with-kindergartners/9444600/","projectTitle":"Planting With Kindergartners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Polo Oates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp626578_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450543614372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-polo"},{"teacherId":626578,"projectId":9444648,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting my kindergarten classroom. Because of you, my little learners will be able to continue their day with the focus and energy they need to thrive. The organic, individually wrapped snacks you've helped provide will make such a difference—not only by nourishing students, but also by creating a sense of community during our structured \"brain break\" time.\r\n\r\nYour kindness ensures that no child has to worry about hunger or feel singled out. Instead, every student can participate fully in our activities, ready to learn, grow, and succeed. I am truly grateful for your support and for believing in the importance of giving children the foundation they deserve.","fullyFundedDate":1756567641125,"projectUrl":"project/the-very-hungry-kindergartners/9444648/","projectTitle":"The Very Hungry Kindergartners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Polo Oates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp626578_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450543614372","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-polo"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_98218","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":535,"numTeachers":40,"percentFrplEligible":77,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":91,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":42.5,"schoolId":98218,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Herrera Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Herrera Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/el-paso-independent-school-district/herrera-elementary-school/98218"}