{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bean Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8663531,"projectId":10257417,"letterContent":"Reading in our library is active, engaging, and connected to real-life learning. During read-alouds, students listen, make predictions, ask questions, and share personal connections. We use the new books for small-group discussions, social-emotional learning activities, classroom collaborations, and counseling support. Students may respond to a story through writing, drawing, discussion, or hands-on activities. The motivational stickers also allow us to celebrate effort, kindness, perseverance, and positive choices, helping students recognize their own growth and accomplishments.\r\n\r\nThese materials have been especially meaningful for students who may need additional encouragement or who sometimes struggle to see themselves as successful learners. Students are excited to receive a new pencil, choose a motivational sticker, or hear a story that reminds them they are capable of great things. Books about empathy and confidence have encouraged students to talk openly about feelings, friendships, challenges, and ways they can support one another. Reluctant readers have also been drawn to the engaging picture books and the positive messages they contain.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided much more than school supplies and books. You have helped create an environment where students feel prepared, encouraged, and valued. Every sharpened pencil, completed drawing, thoughtful conversation, and proud smile represents an opportunity for a child to build confidence and experience success. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us create a library where creativity, kindness, literacy, and confidence can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1786542157191,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-learners-with-tools-for/10257417/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Learners with Tools for Creativity, Confidence, and Connection","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8663531_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753112495411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8663531"},{"teacherId":8663531,"projectId":10317376,"letterContent":"Reading in our library is an interactive and joyful experience. 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Students also have opportunities to independently browse and check out books that match their interests, helping them develop both reading confidence and a lifelong love of books.","fullyFundedDate":1786032077337,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-diverse-voices-through-bilin/10317376/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Diverse Voices Through Bilingual Literature","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8663531_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753112495411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8663531"},{"teacherId":8663531,"projectId":10317415,"letterContent":"These new picture books introduce students to so much more than just great stories. They help children develop essential literacy skills such as vocabulary, comprehension, making predictions, identifying themes, and making text-to-self and text-to-world connections. Beyond reading skills, the books encourage important life lessons about kindness, perseverance, financial responsibility, creativity, family relationships, cultural awareness, and celebrating the unique qualities that make each person special. Students are also learning about inspiring individuals like Jackie Ormes, whose stories help them understand the importance of determination, representation, and using their talents to make a difference.\r\nReading in our library is an active, engaging experience. Students gather together for interactive read-alouds where they ask questions, make predictions, share personal connections, and discuss the characters' choices and challenges. After reading, they often participate in writing activities, collaborative discussions, STEM connections, art projects, or other hands-on experiences inspired by the books. Students also have opportunities to independently explore books that match their interests, allowing them to develop confidence, curiosity, and a genuine love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1785953847579,"projectUrl":"project/expanding-horizons-through-diverse-stori/10317415/","projectTitle":"Expanding Horizons Through Diverse Stories and Real-World Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8663531_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753112495411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8663531"},{"teacherId":8663531,"projectId":10302150,"letterContent":"Because of your kindness, our students, especially reluctant readers, emergent bilingual students, and English language learners, will have access to engaging books that make reading both approachable and enjoyable. Graphic novels provide a unique way for students to strengthen comprehension, vocabulary, sequencing, and visual literacy while immersing themselves in stories filled with adventure, humor, history, mythology, and inspiring characters.\r\n\r\nThese books will be used throughout our library program during checkout, literacy centers, reading interventions, classroom collaborations, and independent reading. They will encourage students to read more often, explore new genres, and discover books that reflect their interests and experiences. 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Students learn to analyze characters' choices, discuss feelings and motivations, and make connections between the stories and their own lives.\r\n\r\nReading in our library is an active and engaging experience. Students participate in interactive read-alouds, partner discussions, literacy centers, and independent book selection. They ask questions, share connections, discuss themes, and often recommend favorite books to their classmates. During library lessons, students use these stories as springboards for conversations about kindness, identity, culture, and community. The books are also used during classroom collaborations and family literacy events, helping extend learning beyond the library.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant to check out books have become enthusiastic readers after discovering titles available in Spanish or bilingual formats. Emergent bilingual students often light up when they realize they can read and understand a story independently, building confidence and a stronger sense of belonging in the library. Other students enjoy comparing Spanish and English text, strengthening language skills while developing an appreciation for multilingualism. Watching students eagerly search for the next book in a series or excitedly share a story with friends has been one of the most rewarding outcomes of this project.","fullyFundedDate":1782065766494,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-identity-culture-and-emoti/10339367/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Identity, Culture, and Emotional Wellness Through Bilingual Literature","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8663531_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753112495411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8663531"},{"teacherId":8663531,"projectId":10190273,"letterContent":"Reading in our library and classrooms is an active, joyful experience. Students participate in read-alouds, partner reading, small-group discussions, and independent reading time. They are encouraged to think about the stories, make connections to their own lives, and share book recommendations with their classmates. One of the most exciting changes we've seen is students eagerly asking for the next book in a series as soon as they finish the first one.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant to choose chapter books have been especially drawn to these new titles. The colorful illustrations and engaging characters make the books feel approachable, while the shorter chapters help readers experience success. Some students have proudly completed an entire series for the first time, building confidence and motivation to read even more. Others have discovered favorite characters and now look forward to visiting the library to continue their adventures.","fullyFundedDate":1781717683086,"projectUrl":"project/building-confident-readers-with-acorn-bo/10190273/","projectTitle":"Building Confident Readers With Acorn Books: Engaging Early Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8663531_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753112495411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8663531"},{"teacherId":8663531,"projectId":10069700,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our elementary library and helping provide innovative, hands-on learning opportunities for our students. Your generosity in funding the SENTRO 48-Needle Knitting Machine will allow students to explore creativity, problem-solving, and STEM concepts in exciting and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students will have the opportunity to design and create projects while developing important skills such as sequencing, measurement, pattern recognition, perseverance, and fine motor coordination. The knitting machine will become a valuable part of our library maker stations and collaborative learning experiences, encouraging students to think critically, troubleshoot challenges, and take pride in creating something with their own hands.","fullyFundedDate":1778263184068,"projectUrl":"project/stitching-stories-together-hands-on-mak/10069700/","projectTitle":"Stitching Stories Together: Hands-On Maker Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8663531_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753112495411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8663531"},{"teacherId":8663531,"projectId":10202307,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our elementary library and helping bring creativity, literacy, and hands-on learning together for our students. Your generosity in funding the Artograph EZ Tracer Projectors and Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens will provide students with exciting opportunities to express themselves through art and storytelling.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students will be able to create detailed illustrations, collaborative murals, posters, and literacy-based projects that strengthen both their creativity and academic skills. These tools will especially empower students who need additional support with drawing and fine motor development, helping them build confidence while exploring their ideas in meaningful ways.","fullyFundedDate":1777312033211,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-creativity-to-life-with-art-and/10202307/","projectTitle":"Bringing Creativity to Life With Art and Design Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8663531_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753112495411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8663531"},{"teacherId":8663531,"projectId":10090175,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our elementary library and for helping bring hands-on learning to life for our students. Because of your donation of Crayola modeling dough, our learners now have access to engaging, creative tools that make a meaningful difference in their educational experience.\r\n\r\nYour gift allows students across all grade levels to explore, create, and learn in ways that go beyond traditional instruction. As they sculpt, shape, and build, they are strengthening essential fine motor skills, developing hand-eye coordination, and building the foundational muscles needed for writing and other academic tasks. Even more importantly, they are gaining confidence as they express their ideas in a fun and supportive environment.\r\n\r\nIn our library, the modeling dough will be used in literacy centers, STEM challenges, and creative response activities. Students will retell stories, design characters, model vocabulary, and bring concepts to life through tactile play. These experiences are especially valuable for our youngest learners, students with special needs, and those who thrive with hands-on, sensory-rich opportunities.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping us create a space where all students feel empowered to explore, collaborate, and succeed. Thank you for investing in our students' creativity, growth, and love of learning—we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1776108543096,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-through-modeling-dough/10090175/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning Through Modeling Dough","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8663531_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753112495411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8663531"},{"teacherId":8663531,"projectId":10168588,"letterContent":"This project has already made a meaningful difference in our students' literacy experiences by transforming how they engage with reading in both the library and at home. Through these new Spanish-language texts, students are not only building foundational literacy skills, but they are also developing confidence and pride in their identities as bilingual readers.\r\n\r\nThe books introduced through this project support a wide range of essential literacy skills. Students are strengthening comprehension by making connections between texts and their own lives, especially through culturally relevant stories and biographies. Vocabulary development has been especially noticeable, as students are encountering rich, academic language in Spanish that transfers to their English reading and writing. Informational texts like science and biography selections are helping students practice identifying main ideas, text features, and critical thinking skills, while humorous and narrative stories build fluency, sequencing, and inferencing. These books also provide opportunities for students to engage in discussions, retell stories, and ask deeper questions about what they read.\r\n\r\nIn our library, reading looks joyful, interactive, and student-centered. Students eagerly browse the Spanish section, often excitedly recommending books to one another. Many choose to read independently, while others partner up to read aloud or explore books together. During library lessons, we incorporate these texts into read-alouds, discussions, and extension activities that allow students to connect reading to writing, art, and real-world learning. The accessibility of these books ensures that all students—especially emergent bilingual learners—can fully participate and feel successful.\r\n\r\nWe have seen particular excitement from students who are Spanish-speaking or come from bilingual homes. These students are gravitating toward books that reflect their language and culture, often expressing pride in being able to read and share stories in Spanish. Some students who were previously reluctant readers are now more willing to engage because they feel confident understanding the text. Additionally, many students are taking these books home and reading with family members, creating meaningful connections between school and home. This has strengthened not only literacy skills, but also family involvement and a shared love of reading.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, our library has become a more inclusive and affirming space where all students can see themselves as readers.","fullyFundedDate":1775859805415,"projectUrl":"project/building-bilingual-readers-through-engag/10168588/","projectTitle":"Building Bilingual Readers Through Engaging Spanish Literature","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8663531_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753112495411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8663531"},{"teacherId":8663531,"projectId":10002219,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, the 12 Days of Lunar New Year project has truly come to life in our library—and the impact on our students has been both meaningful and memorable.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting elements of this project has been the integration of technology through educator-created resources from Teachers Pay Teachers. While many of our donors may use technology at home, in our library it becomes a powerful learning tool. These digital resources allowed us to bring Lunar New Year traditions to life through interactive slides, read-aloud extensions, and engaging activities that supported comprehension and discussion. Students were able to visualize traditions, hear stories read with expression, and participate in guided activities that deepened their understanding far beyond what a textbook could provide.\r\n\r\nWhat students loved most was how immersive the experience felt. The combination of technology, literature, and hands-on materials—like red envelopes, lanterns, and stickers—transformed our library into a celebration space. Each day felt special and new, and students eagerly anticipated what they would learn next. The anchor texts sparked thoughtful conversations, and the digital components helped make those stories accessible and engaging for all learners.\r\n\r\nSeveral students, especially our emergent bilingual readers, truly thrived during this project. The visual and interactive nature of the technology helped them make connections more confidently and participate in discussions with excitement. We also saw students who are typically more reserved become active participants when using digital tools—clicking, exploring, and sharing their ideas with peers. It gave them a new way to engage and shine.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, this project helped build empathy and curiosity. Many of our students had never been exposed to Lunar New Year traditions before, and through this experience, they developed a deeper appreciation for cultures beyond their own.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a space where learning is joyful, inclusive, and meaningful. Your support has opened doors for our students to explore the world in ways they will not forget.","fullyFundedDate":1774377034786,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-lunar-new-year-through-stori/10002219/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Lunar New Year Through Stories, Traditions, and Culture","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8663531_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753112495411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8663531"},{"teacherId":8663531,"projectId":10002067,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our elementary library. Because of your donation, our students now have the opportunity to explore the natural world up close through the National Geographic Rock Collection Box and the Rock, Mineral, and Fossil Collection.\r\n\r\nThese hands-on resources give students access to over 300 real rocks, minerals, crystals, geodes, and fossils, allowing them to observe, question, and investigate like real scientists. By interacting with tangible specimens, students are building curiosity, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of geology, earth science, and the history of our planet.\r\n\r\nYour support helps spark meaningful learning experiences that connect hands-on discovery with reading, research, and science instruction. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students and for helping inspire the next generation of curious thinkers and young scientists. 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