{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jose De Escandon Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":62.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9262213,"projectId":9472446,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in funding our project to receive a vacuum and Swiffer dusters for our music classroom. These tools have made a tremendous difference in maintaining our instruments and creating a cleaner, more inviting learning environment for our students.\r\n\r\nBefore receiving these supplies, our xylophones, drums, and other percussion instruments often collected dust and debris, which affected both their sound quality and longevity. Cleaning them was a time-consuming and challenging task, especially with limited resources. Now, with the vacuum and dusters, we can quickly and safely remove dust from delicate surfaces, keeping our instruments in top condition.\r\n\r\nStudents have noticed the difference as well. They take pride in caring for their instruments and understand the importance of maintaining their tools for music-making. The classroom feels fresher, and the instruments sound clearer, allowing students to focus on learning rhythms, melodies, and teamwork without distraction.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has not only improved the cleanliness of our space but also enhanced the overall learning experience. Every note played now resonates a little brighter, thanks to your kindness and support.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1760693538801,"projectUrl":"project/dust-busters-keeping-our-music-room-fre/9472446/","projectTitle":"Dust Busters: Keeping Our Music Room Fresh and Clean!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garces","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9262213_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730850967543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9262213"},{"teacherId":10097118,"projectId":9506924,"letterContent":"Our class is beyond greatful for your kindness. Students were very excited to know and get materials that have motivated them to learn and read! Over the past weeks students are eager to have reading time at the carpet, this is what they call the rug, not only that but during independent time they love to go sit and work quietly! I have seen their motivation increase tremendously to read and finish assignments. This has reflected in their assessments as well! I have seen a 20% increase in scores of formal assessments in reading alone! The supply organizer was also a huge hit! Students no longer have to look for materials around the classroom now that it is all in one place! This was made possible thanks to you and your kind heart. We are truly grateful that you chose our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1757683170447,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-class/9506924/","projectTitle":"Cozy Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10097118"},{"teacherId":9574290,"projectId":9191954,"letterContent":"The donation of the headphones has made a significant impact in my classroom. With reliable headphones, my students are now able to read and listen to their digital books with clarity, take their online assessments without distractions, and fully engage with the educational apps we use daily. This has created a more focused learning environment and has allowed each student to work at their own pace.\r\n\r\nThe cart has also become an important tool for small-group instruction. It keeps all of our materials organized and accessible, making transitions smoother and maximizing our learning time. In addition, the bean bag chairs have been a wonderful addition to our reading corner. They create a comfortable and inviting space where students feel excited to read, relax, and enjoy their books. The combination of these resources has greatly enhanced the overall learning experience in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for this generous support. I am forever grateful for this opportunity. My students truly needed these resources, and they have already helped them reach another milestone in their reading and learning. Your contribution has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and I appreciate it deeply.","fullyFundedDate":1746785897590,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-a-safe-and-inspirin/9191954/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for a Safe and Inspiring Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. D Yanez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9574290_orig.png?crop=651,652,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752209472970","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9574290"},{"teacherId":9262213,"projectId":9432010,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Mindful Melodies project! Your generosity has made a wonderful difference in our music classroom. Our students truly enjoy using the calming corner and sensory tools — the weighted sloth, jellyfish lamp, and marble fidgets have become favorites!\r\nThese tools help students refocus, regulate their emotions, and feel ready to learn and make music together. It's heartwarming to see them take a moment to calm down, then return to class activities more centered and confident.\r\nYour kindness has created a space where every child can feel safe, calm, and ready to express themselves through music. Thank you for helping us nurture not just musical skills, but mindfulness and emotional growth as well.","fullyFundedDate":1752586233730,"projectUrl":"project/mindful-melodies-sensory-tools-for-calm/9432010/","projectTitle":"Mindful Melodies: Sensory Tools for Calm and Focus in Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garces","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9262213_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730850967543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9262213"},{"teacherId":9262213,"projectId":9321073,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our music classroom is now brighter, cleaner, and more inspiring than ever! When our students walked in and saw the colorful Astrobrights paper, their faces lit up with excitement. Right away, they began brainstorming how they could personalize their own music notes to create a display in the hallway titled, \"Alone we are one single note but together we are a masterpiece.\" It will be full of color and will have every single student represented. \r\n\r\n\r\nWe also used the vibrant paper to create half-sheet parent flyers for our upcoming student performance—something that's both eye-catching and easy for families to keep track of. Our lyric sheets are now printed in cheerful colors that help students stay engaged and organized during rehearsal. These small changes have made a big difference in the way students interact with their materials and prepare for performances.\r\n\r\nThe Kleenex and Clorox wipes have also been game-changers. With cold and allergy season in full swing, having these supplies on hand has helped keep our room cleaner and our students healthier. The kids have even taken ownership of helping keep our shared instruments sanitized and ready to use.\r\n\r\nNext, we're diving into a unit on musical storytelling, where students will compose and illustrate short musical pieces inspired by different emotions and scenes. Thanks to your donation, we have the tools to help their imaginations come to life—safely and in full color. Your support means the world to us. Thank you for investing in our students' creativity, health, and joy in learning!","fullyFundedDate":1746494496383,"projectUrl":"project/bright-notes-clean-harmonies/9321073/","projectTitle":"Bright Notes & Clean Harmonies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garces","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9262213_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730850967543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9262213"},{"teacherId":9528037,"projectId":8840003,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the incredible support! My kindergarten students have enjoyed choosing engaging books to foster their love for reading. The new books have allowed my students to engage in learning about important social skills that need to be taught in such a foundational grade level. Learning how to self-regulate, taking care of supplies, and being kind to others are a few of the lessons that were taught using the books donated to us. \r\nBefore our classroom library grew, reading time often lacked engagement from students due to the lack of book selection, and lacking books that kindergarteners found appealing. Now, students can't wait until they get to visit our classroom library. Fun Friday centers now consist of library station because kids love reading books!\r\nThe students that have been impacted the most are those who did not seem to find the love for reading. Those students that looked at reading as just an assignment now get get excited to open an appealing book. There has been an overall remarkable difference in our reading time with all students.","fullyFundedDate":1733359106172,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-a-love-for-reading/8840003/","projectTitle":"Fostering a Love for Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gamboa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9528037"},{"teacherId":9262213,"projectId":8789028,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity in helping bring Boomwhackers into our elementary music classroom! Your support has truly made a difference, and I am so excited to share how these colorful, engaging instruments have already transformed our learning experiences. \r\n\r\nThe moment my students first saw the Boomwhackers, their eyes lit up with excitement and curiosity. Their eager hands reached for the tubes, and within minutes, they were exploring different pitches, creating rhythms, and collaborating to make music together. The joy in the room was contagious! \r\n\r\nOne of our most exciting projects so far has been using the Boomwhackers to learn about melody and harmony. We recently worked on a classroom performance of \"Ode to Joy,\" where students played different notes in sequence, reinforcing teamwork and musical timing. Watching them realize how each note contributed to the bigger picture was a powerful moment—one that would not have been possible without your generosity. \r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will be incorporating Boomwhackers into a cross-curricular lesson on fractions and rhythm, helping students understand note values in a fun, hands-on way. We are also planning a student-led composition project where small groups will create their own Boomwhacker songs to perform for their classmates. \r\n\r\nYour kindness has provided my students with an unforgettable musical experience that will continue to inspire them throughout the year. On behalf of myself and all of my students, thank you for making a lasting impact on our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1728244245215,"projectUrl":"project/boomwhacker-blast-tune-into-the-fun/8789028/","projectTitle":"Boomwhacker Blast: Tune Into the Fun”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garces","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9262213_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730850967543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9262213"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_12909","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":449,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":93,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":10,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":88,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":37.5,"schoolId":12909,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Jose De Escandon Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Jose De Escandon Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/mcallen-independent-school-district/escandon-elementary-school/12909"}