{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dan Powell Early Learning Academy","outOfStateSupporters":36.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3675614,"projectId":10419971,"letterContent":"My kindergarten students are constantly learning, growing, and reaching new milestones, and I want to give them a special way to see and celebrate their progress. The All About Me posters, pencils, file folders, hole puncher, brass fasteners, binder rings, zip ties, and hooks will help us create organized reading and math portfolios throughout the school year. Students will use their portfolios to collect and organize work samples, practice writing, and reflect on the skills they are learning. Having their work saved in one place will help students make connections between what they could do at the beginning of the year and what they can accomplish as they continue to grow.\r\n\r\nMy goal is for every student to recognize their own growth and feel proud of the progress they make throughout kindergarten. My students are special because they each bring their own personality, experiences, curiosity, and unique way of learning into our classroom. The portfolios will give each child a personal collection of their accomplishments and create a meaningful record of their kindergarten journey. By the end of the year, students will be able to look back at their reading and math work, celebrate their progress, and see just how much they have learned!","fullyFundedDate":1789591024781,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-portfolios/10419971/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Portfolios","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elizondo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3675614_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468456863254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/yesenia-elizondo"},{"teacherId":3675614,"projectId":10397214,"letterContent":"My kindergarten students were so excited when they first saw the plain white T-shirts and colorful tie-dye supplies! We used the shirts and rubber bands for a special class tie-dye project where each student was able to create a shirt that was uniquely their own. They loved choosing how to fold and wrap their shirts, and they were amazed when they saw the colors begin to create different patterns. This hands-on activity gave my students an opportunity to be creative while also practicing following directions, making choices, and working together.\r\n\r\nThese shirts have also given our class a special way to feel connected during field trips, Field Day, and other special events throughout the school year. When we wear our matching class shirts, it makes it easier to identify our students and creates a sense of classroom community and belonging. Our next step is to continue using our shirts during upcoming special events and learning experiences, giving students more opportunities to proudly represent our classroom and celebrate the memories we make together throughout kindergarten.","fullyFundedDate":1789393056394,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-unity/10397214/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Unity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elizondo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3675614_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468456863254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/yesenia-elizondo"},{"teacherId":3675614,"projectId":10410572,"letterContent":"My students are using the new reading table as a special space where they can explore books, practice reading skills, and enjoy independent reading. The table gives us a dedicated area for small-group literacy activities, partner reading, and one-on-one support. One of my favorite moments has been seeing students choose a book, gather around the table, and become completely engaged in the story.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new reading table, they were so excited to have a special place just for reading! They immediately wanted to sit at the table and look through the books. They were especially excited to know that this would be one of our classroom spaces where they could read, learn, and work with their friends.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue using the reading table during our literacy block for small-group instruction and independent reading. I will use this space to work with students on phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension while also encouraging them to develop confidence and a love for reading. This special space will become an important part of our daily reading routines throughout the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1785128105072,"projectUrl":"project/a-reading-table/10410572/","projectTitle":"A Reading Table","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elizondo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3675614_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468456863254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/yesenia-elizondo"},{"teacherId":3675614,"projectId":10397945,"letterContent":"My students are using the canvas bags to create their own special book bags, which they will use to store and carry their classroom books. We are decorating the bags with fabric markers and tie dye, giving each student the opportunity to express their creativity and make their bag unique. This project also encourages my students to take pride in their books and develop a love for reading.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the canvas bags, fabric markers, and tie dye supplies, they were so excited! They could not wait to get started and immediately began talking about the colors and designs they wanted to create. Seeing their excitement as they realized they were going to decorate their very own book bags was such a special classroom moment.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building our classroom library routines and encouraging students to choose books that interest them. Students will use their decorated bags to take books to different learning areas and eventually bring books home to share with their families. I hope this project helps make reading feel exciting and personal while encouraging my students to see themselves as young readers.","fullyFundedDate":1784988338135,"projectUrl":"project/reading-in-color/10397945/","projectTitle":"Reading in Color","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elizondo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3675614_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468456863254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/yesenia-elizondo"},{"teacherId":3675614,"projectId":10410570,"letterContent":"My students are using the colorful learning materials I am able to create with my classroom printer to support literacy, vocabulary, phonics, and other daily learning activities. I use color to make learning materials more engaging and easier for my kindergarten students to understand. One specific example is creating colorful picture cards, letter activities, visual supports, and classroom resources that students can use during small-group instruction and independent practice.\r\n\r\nWhen my students see the colorful materials I create, they are immediately interested and excited to use them. The bright pictures and visuals help capture their attention and make our lessons feel more fun and inviting. I love seeing students excited to participate because the materials look familiar, colorful, and connected to what we are learning in class.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue using these printed materials during our literacy lessons and small-group instruction. I will create differentiated activities based on my students' individual needs, including phonics practice, vocabulary activities, sentence-building resources, and visual supports. Having access to color toner allows me to provide engaging, hands-on resources that help my students practice important skills while making learning more meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1785290141985,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-centers/10410570/","projectTitle":"Colorful Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elizondo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3675614_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468456863254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/yesenia-elizondo"},{"teacherId":5213532,"projectId":10160965,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity for this project. The students have had such a great time exploring the sensory items and having the best conversations. \r\nThis sensory play allows children to use their imagination and problem solving skills. Children work together to form ideas and work through those ideas. \r\nThese bins are easy to switch out easy for the students to keep the materials together and just the right size. Creativity is easy using sensory bins like this for academic as well open based play.","fullyFundedDate":1776902055225,"projectUrl":"project/handson-play-that-builds-bright-futures/10160965/","projectTitle":"Hands‑On Play That Builds Bright Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kelley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5213532_orig.jpg?crop=540,540,x0,y318&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649620859130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5213532"},{"teacherId":4236857,"projectId":10202980,"letterContent":"My Pre-K students are using the new resources to explore, play, and discover through meaningful hands-on experiences. One of our favorite moments has been spending time in our school garden, where students can observe plants, insects, and other living things. We are learning that a garden is much more than a place where things grow—it is an outdoor classroom full of opportunities to ask questions, investigate, and make discoveries. Our students are becoming little scientists as they explore nature and learn how to care for our environment.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was contagious! Their eyes lit up, and they immediately wanted to explore everything. There were lots of smiles, questions, and excited conversations. For young children, having new materials to touch, investigate, and use makes learning feel like an adventure. Their enthusiasm reminded me once again that learning truly has to be fun!\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue expanding our outdoor learning experiences. Students will plant, observe, and care for living things while documenting changes and discoveries. We will continue exploring the life cycles of plants and insects, learning about pollinators, and practicing how to care for our garden and the environment.\r\n\r\nThanks to our donors, our students have even more opportunities to explore the world around them with curiosity, confidence, and joy. We are so grateful for your support as our little outdoor explorers continue their journey of discovery! 🌱🦋🔎","fullyFundedDate":1778597744135,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-explorers-gardening-play-and/10202980/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Explorers: Gardening, Play, and Discovery","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rayman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4236857_orig.jpg?crop=4000,3996,x0,y1002&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1791807886276","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4236857"},{"teacherId":10457663,"projectId":10133209,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to my classroom. The materials you provided have already made such a meaningful difference for my students. They have helped us create a calming, welcoming environment where children can feel safe, regulate their emotions, and have the space they need when their feelings become overwhelming. Because of your generosity, my classroom has become more than just a place to learn—it is a place where students can feel supported, understood, and cared for.\r\n\r\nThe materials have also given me new opportunities to directly teach my students important emotional regulation strategies. We are learning how to recognize our emotions, use calming tools, take appropriate breaks, and find safe and healthy ways to work through difficult moments. For children who may struggle with behavior or communicating what they need, having the right tools and a safe space can make an incredible difference in their school day. Your donations have helped me provide those supports and meet my students where they are.\r\n\r\nI truly believe that it takes a village to raise and support our children, and I am incredibly grateful that you have chosen to be part of our village. Every donation, kind word, and well wish for our classroom reminds me that there are people beyond our school walls who care about children who need a little extra support. Thank you for believing in my students, caring about their emotional well-being, and helping me create a classroom where every child has the opportunity to feel safe, successful, and loved. Your generosity means more to us than you know.","fullyFundedDate":1772995502132,"projectUrl":"project/behavior-classroom-needed-items/10133209/","projectTitle":"Behavior Classroom Needed Items!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10457663"},{"teacherId":6516167,"projectId":10164508,"letterContent":"Technology plays an important role in our kindergarten classroom, especially when students are using digital learning programs to practice reading, math, and other important skills. Having headphones allows each student to clearly hear directions, sounds, and activities without being distracted by the noise around them. This helps my students stay focused, work more independently, and get the most out of their learning time.\r\n\r\nMy students are most excited about having their own headphones because they make them feel like independent learners. They love putting them on and getting started with their digital activities. It may seem like a simple item, but for my kindergarteners, having headphones makes using technology much easier and more enjoyable.\r\n\r\nI have especially noticed that students who are easily distracted by classroom noise have really benefited from the headphones. They are able to focus on their individual assignments and stay engaged for longer periods of time. Students who may need extra support or encouragement also seem more confident when they can concentrate on their own learning without outside distractions. These headphones have made a meaningful difference in helping my students become more focused, independent, and confident learners.","fullyFundedDate":1784482290237,"projectUrl":"project/learning-and-jamming/10164508/","projectTitle":"Learning and Jamming","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6516167_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710535212977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6516167"},{"teacherId":6516167,"projectId":10358285,"letterContent":"The Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards have helped me bring engaging, high-quality resources into my kindergarten classroom that directly support our daily lessons. From hands-on literacy and math activities to classroom management tools and differentiated practice, these resources save valuable planning time while giving my students meaningful learning experiences. Having access to teacher-created materials allows me to better meet the diverse needs of every learner. \r\nMy students are most excited about the new interactive activities, games, and colorful learning centers. They love using the hands-on materials during small groups and independent work because they make practicing important skills feel fun and engaging.","fullyFundedDate":1784009641153,"projectUrl":"project/educational-resources-for-kinder/10358285/","projectTitle":"Educational Resources for Kinder!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6516167_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710535212977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6516167"},{"teacherId":8033395,"projectId":9451621,"letterContent":"Seat pockets made a positive impact in my kindergarten classroom by helping students stay organized and independent. Each student had a place to keep supplies and important papers, which reduced clutter and saved time during transitions. Students were able to quickly find what they needed without interrupting lessons. Seat pockets also helped teach responsibility and kept our classroom running smoothly throughout the year. Students enjoyed having their own space for their materials. We are very thankful for this generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1753461264908,"projectUrl":"project/seat-storage-sacks-and-supplies-for-kind/9451621/","projectTitle":"Seat Storage Sacks and Supplies for Kindergartners!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Noria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8033395_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657578358969","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8033395"},{"teacherId":3675614,"projectId":10208076,"letterContent":"The supplies from this project helped create a memorable and joyful end-of-year celebration for my kindergarten students. Throughout the school year, my students have worked incredibly hard academically, socially, and emotionally, and this celebration gave them an opportunity to feel proud of their accomplishments. Items like the cups with lids, silly straws, powdered drink mix, chalk, bubbles, and sunglasses helped create a fun and welcoming environment where students could celebrate together, build friendships, and make positive memories connected to school.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students has been the playful and festive atmosphere these supplies created. The silly straws and sunglasses added so much excitement and laughter to the celebration, while the bubbles and chalk encouraged creativity, movement, and teamwork outdoors. Even simple items became special to my students because they made the day feel unique and rewarding. Many students talked for days about how excited they were for the party activities and how special it made them feel.\r\n\r\nSome of my students who are usually shy or reserved especially enjoyed the interactive activities during the celebration. The bubbles, chalk, and shared games encouraged students to socialize, work together, and simply enjoy being kids. For many of my students, school is one of the places where they feel the most supported and encouraged, so having a joyful celebration meant a great deal to them. This project helped create a positive ending to our school year and reminded my students that their hard work and growth were worth celebrating.","fullyFundedDate":1778038746493,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-year-send-off/10208076/","projectTitle":"End of Year Send Off","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elizondo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3675614_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468456863254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/yesenia-elizondo"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_24379","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":569,"numTeachers":22,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":35,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":58,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - Pre-K","studentTeacherRatio":"25.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.3,"schoolId":24379,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Dan Powell Early Learning Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Dan Powell Early Learning Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/everman-independent-school-district/dan-powell-intermediate-school/24379"}