{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jose De Escandon Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":57.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8136074,"projectId":9950928,"letterContent":"Seeing my students' faces when we opened the boxes was priceless. I first modeled how to use each resource, then let students explore during small-group time. They were able to play and learn at the same time, quickly taking ownership of the activities. One memorable moment: students used rocket-shaped number cards to match quantities and order numbers from 1–30. They cheered when they found the correct matches and took pride lining the rockets in sequence.\r\n\r\nThe new materials have also boosted collaboration and independence. Students naturally helped one another check matches and practice counting, reinforcing skills through peer teaching. Their eagerness to learn is obvious. What began as guided practice has turned into confident, independent work during centers. Next, we'll build on this momentum with targeted small-group lessons focused on number sense and simple addition, and we'll track progress with quick checks to ensure each student continues to grow. Thank you for making this learning possible.","fullyFundedDate":1765293505584,"projectUrl":"project/little-mathematicians-in-the-making/9950928/","projectTitle":"Little Mathematicians In the Making!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8136074_orig.jpg?crop=510,510,x44,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685381597988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8136074"},{"teacherId":8136074,"projectId":9951523,"letterContent":"When the materials arrived, my students couldn't wait to see what was in the boxes — their reactions when I opened them were priceless. I began by modeling each tool and demonstrating its purpose and proper use. It was wonderful to watch them quickly learn the routines and begin using the materials correctly and independently.\r\n\r\nThe letter stamps have become a favorite: some students use them to build sight words while others practice matching uppercase and lowercase letters. The magnetic tiles are used for letter matching and for constructing CVC words like cat and hat, and the letter beanbag is a hit in phonics centers students name the letter or sound and toss the beanbag into the matching container. Watching their confidence and independence grow has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll expand these activities with targeted small-group instruction to focus on blending and decoding, integrate the materials into guided reading, and monitor progress with quick assessments. These resources are already accelerating our phonics instruction and will support the students' next steps in reading and writing. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1766077456858,"projectUrl":"project/letters-in-action-a-hands-on-learning-a/9951523/","projectTitle":"Letters in Action: A Hands-On Learning Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8136074_orig.jpg?crop=510,510,x44,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685381597988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8136074"},{"teacherId":8136074,"projectId":9974107,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has snacks and drinks available each day for students who otherwise come to school without one. Before your support, a few children would quietly search backpacks at snack time and sometimes had nothing to eat; watching their disappointed faces was heartbreaking. Your donation changed that I handed a juice and cookies to a child who had been sitting quietly, and their face immediately lit up. That small moment lifted the whole class and helped that student focus for the rest of the afternoon. Five students in particular now rely on this daily support, and having a snack has noticeably reduced anxiety, improved behavior, and increased participation.\r\n\r\nWe will continue providing snacks each day and are beginning a short routine that pairs snack time with a five-minute read-aloud or mindfulness break to help students settle and transition to learning. Over time we'll track attendance and engagement so we can share the impact with you. We are deeply grateful your kindness turns a simple snack into a meaningful difference for our students every day.","fullyFundedDate":1769195631542,"projectUrl":"project/full-tummies-focused-minds-snacks-to-b/9974107/","projectTitle":"Full Tummies, Focused Minds: Snacks to Boost Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8136074_orig.jpg?crop=510,510,x44,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685381597988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8136074"},{"teacherId":9262213,"projectId":10080531,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring this project to life! Because of your generosity, our students now have access to laminating pouches, Velcro dots, dry erase markers, and colorful paper—materials that will make learning more interactive, durable, and engaging.\r\n\r\nIn our music classroom, these supplies will allow us to create hands-on learning tools that students can use again and again. The laminating pouches help protect visual aids, game boards, and activity cards so they last all year long. Velcro dots allow students to manipulate and match musical concepts such as rhythms, instrument families, and musical symbols in an interactive way. Dry erase markers give students the opportunity to practice writing, drawing rhythms, and responding to music activities without fear of making mistakes, since they can easily erase and try again.\r\n\r\nThese materials are especially meaningful for our diverse learners, including students who are deaf or hard of hearing. Visual and hands-on activities help ensure that every child can actively participate in music learning, explore concepts at their own pace, and build confidence.\r\n\r\nThe colorful paper will help create vibrant visuals and engaging materials that capture students' attention and make learning joyful. Together, these supplies will help transform lessons into interactive experiences where students can move, match, write, and explore music in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nYour kindness directly supports creativity, accessibility, and joyful learning in our classroom. Thank you for believing in our students and helping them grow through music.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n[Your Name]","fullyFundedDate":1770818419021,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-music-learning-supplies-to/10080531/","projectTitle":"Interactive Music Learning: Supplies to Help Every Student Shine!","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":10382648,"projectId":9957587,"letterContent":"I am pleased to share the impact of our project, Helping Little Learners Find the Calm. This initiative was created with one simple but powerful goal: to help our youngest students feel safe, supported, and emotionally equipped to succeed both academically and socially.\r\nThroughout the project, we established dedicated calming corners in our learning spaces. These thoughtfully designed areas provide students with a quiet, comfortable place to reset when emotions feel\r\noverwhelming. Each calming corner includes soft seating, visual prompts, breathing guides, and simple reflection tools. What began as a small addition to the classroom quickly became a meaningful support system. Students now independently choose to use these spaces when they recognize the need for a pause, demonstrating growing self-awareness and confidence.\r\nIn addition, we distributed sensory tools and healthy snacks to every student. Items such as fidget tools, textured materials, and stress-relief objects help students regulate their bodies and focus their attention. The inclusion of nutritious snacks addressed another important factor in regulation. By meeting both sensory and basic needs, we created a stronger foundation for learning.\r\nHelping Little Learners Find the Calm has strengthened our classroom community and reinforced the understanding that emotional regulation is foundational to academic success.\r\nBy intentionally creating supportive spaces and teaching practical strategies, we are equipping students with lifelong skills that extend far beyond the classroom.\r\nThank you for supporting a project that nurtures not only learning, but well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1765683252708,"projectUrl":"project/helping-little-learners-find-their-calm/9957587/","projectTitle":"Helping Little Learners Find Their Calm","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aguirre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10382648"},{"teacherId":10250581,"projectId":10045942,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students are experiencing reading in a whole new way. The resources you helped provide have truly transformed our library time.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the new materials, students have been using them daily during independent reading, small group instruction, and targeted read-aloud lessons. One special moment that stands out was during a recent comprehension activity. A group of students used the new books to practice identifying themes and supporting details. Instead of struggling to stay engaged, they were excited, eager to discuss, and confident in sharing their answers. Seeing their growth in real time was incredibly powerful.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the incentives, their faces lit up with excitement. They immediately began asking, \"Can we read these today?\" and \"Is this one mine to check out?\" The enthusiasm in the room was unforgettable. For many of them, having fresh, high-interest books sparked a renewed love for reading.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we are now able to focus even more intentionally on strengthening comprehension skills. Our next steps include small-group reading challenges, vocabulary development activities, and goal-setting projects in which students track their reading growth. We are also incorporating the materials into themed literacy events to keep motivation high and momentum strong.\r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just purchase supplies — it created opportunities, built confidence, and inspired a deeper love of learning. Thank you for investing in our students and believing in their potential. You are truly making a difference in their academic journey.","fullyFundedDate":1769123559067,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-that-inspire-learning/10045942/","projectTitle":"Incentives That Inspire Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Orozco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10250581_orig.jpg?crop=571,571,x0,y79&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762916994733","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10250581"},{"teacherId":10379830,"projectId":9952873,"letterContent":"Students were beyond excited when they opened the box filled with materials to learn and play with. They immediately began using them by counting numbers in order, identifying and adding missing numbers on the table, and practicing sight words with the magnetic tiles.\r\n\r\nEvery Friday, students who complete their work and turn in their homework earn a small reward and get to take home a prize (a squishy), which has been a huge motivator and joy for them.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom. You truly put big smiles on my students' faces, and your support makes a meaningful difference in their learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1765491786277,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-building-math-and-liter/9952873/","projectTitle":"Little Learners: Building Math and Literacy Every Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sifuentes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10379830"},{"teacherId":9100572,"projectId":9846108,"letterContent":"Since receiving the 3D printer, it has already become a powerful and exciting tool in our classroom. We have only been using it for a few weeks, but the impact on my students has been immediate and meaningful. My students are deaf and have autism, and hands-on, sensory-based tools play a huge role in helping them stay regulated, focused, and engaged in learning.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using the 3D printer to create classroom fidgets and sensory supports designed specifically for my students' needs. When the students first saw the printer in action, they were fascinated, watching it move, build, and create something tangible right in front of them. Many students eagerly gathered to observe, signed or pointed to the objects being made, and showed excitement when they were able to hold and use a finished item.\r\n\r\nOne especially meaningful moment was seeing students use the fidgets during instructional time. Tools created with the 3D printer have already helped students stay seated longer, reduce anxiety, and better focus during lessons and transitions. Because these items are customized for our classroom, they are familiar, comforting, and developmentally appropriate for my students.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students access to innovative, hands-on learning and sensory supports that we will continue to use throughout the year. Our next steps include involving students more in the process by choosing colors, shapes, and functions of the tools we create, while also expanding how we use the printer to support communication, fine motor skills, and independence. Thank you for providing a resource that has opened the door to creativity, engagement, and meaningful learning for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1764726897811,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-stem-building-math-and-story-w/9846108/","projectTitle":"Hands-On STEM: Building Math and Story Worlds in 3D!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bernie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9100572_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692677934249","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9100572"},{"teacherId":9100572,"projectId":9949449,"letterContent":"Since receiving these classroom snacks, they have quickly become an essential part of our daily routine. We use them during instructional breaks and especially during after-school tutoring, when students are tired, hungry, and working hard to stay engaged. Having consistent, familiar snacks available helps my students regulate their bodies, stay focused, and participate more successfully in learning activities.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the snacks, their reactions said everything. Some smiled and immediately signed or pointed to their favorite items, while others calmly sat and waited, something that can be very difficult for students with autism when they are hungry. The presence of these snacks created a sense of comfort and predictability, which is incredibly important for my students.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stood out was during after-school tutoring, when a student who typically struggles to remain engaged was able to sit, eat a snack, and complete an activity with support. The snack helped meet a basic need, allowing the student to focus on communication and learning rather than hunger or frustration.\r\n\r\nThanks to this project, my students are now better able to access instruction, practice language and communication skills, and participate in classroom routines. Our next steps include continuing to build independence, communication, and engagement during both the school day and after-school tutoring—knowing that their basic needs are being met. Your generosity has made our classroom a more supportive, welcoming place where my students can truly learn and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1765166941699,"projectUrl":"project/a-simple-snack-can-make-a-big-difference/9949449/","projectTitle":"A Simple Snack Can Make a Big Difference","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bernie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9100572_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692677934249","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9100572"},{"teacherId":10097118,"projectId":9891294,"letterContent":"My students have been incredibly thankful for all of the snacks and hygiene essentials they have received. They are motivated to come to school and know that here in class we have snacks and most of the basic things they need. Their confidence has definitely had a big boost I can see some of the relief in their young faces. When students saw the materials they were so excited to unbox the materials. They even said it felt like Christmas but school edition. Students in 5th grade usually encounter changes in their bodies and with that change they don't always realize that they now have to do extra steps to ensure they are well groomed. Their age also comes in with growth spurts for both boys and girls and they often get hungry. They really could eat all day! With these materials and snacks we got thanks to you all it is one thing less to worry about, and they get to enjoy their school time with friends and focus on their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1763490194767,"projectUrl":"project/basic-needs/9891294/","projectTitle":"Basic Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10097118"},{"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"}],"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":42.3,"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"}