{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kelly - Pharr Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":43.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5734973,"projectId":10570587,"letterContent":"Our STEM project has brought so much excitement, creativity, and hands-on learning into our classroom! When my students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to open the kits, explore the supplies, and begin creating their own projects.\r\n\r\nWe are using the STEM kits and wooden building projects to explore engineering, design, and problem-solving. Students are working together to construct their creations, test their ideas, and make adjustments along the way. Our composition journals are also becoming an important part of the experience. Students are documenting their observations, recording their findings, sketching designs, and reflecting on what they discover throughout each activity.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding moments has been watching students take ownership of their learning. They are learning that sometimes things don't work the first time, and that's okay! Through trial and error, they are developing perseverance, collaboration, and critical-thinking skills.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue exploring new STEM challenges while encouraging students to document their discoveries and explain the science behind their creations. We are so excited to see where their imagination takes them!\r\n\r\nThank you to our generous donors for making these experiences possible. Your kindness has given our students opportunities to learn by doing, think outside the box, and discover that they can be creators, problem-solvers, and future innovators. We are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1789562418233,"projectUrl":"project/building-creating-and-discovering-thro/10570587/","projectTitle":"Building, Creating, and Discovering Through STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cindy Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5734973_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725950357614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cindysalinas"},{"teacherId":5734973,"projectId":10361041,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my fourth graders have been enjoying learning about the world through Scholastic News! These magazines have helped us practice important reading skills like identifying the main idea, finding supporting details, making inferences, and learning new vocabulary. My students are also building their nonfiction reading skills while exploring interesting topics in science, social studies, and current events.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom has become more engaging with Scholastic News. We read articles together, discuss what we've learned, and share our opinions about real-world topics. I especially love seeing students who don't usually choose nonfiction become interested in the articles and eager to participate. The colorful magazines and digital resources have made learning more enjoyable and meaningful. Thank you for helping me bring these wonderful reading experiences to my students.","fullyFundedDate":1785953849913,"projectUrl":"project/reading-the-world-with-scholastic-news/10361041/","projectTitle":"Reading the World With Scholastic News","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cindy Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5734973_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725950357614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cindysalinas"},{"teacherId":5734973,"projectId":10643265,"letterContent":"Thanks to our generous donors, our students have new yoga supplies that will allow us to continue making yoga a special part of our classroom routine! Since last school year, we have dedicated the last 20 minutes of class on Fridays to practicing yoga, and it has quickly become one of our students' favorite parts of the week. In fact, we have even noticed an increase in Friday attendance because students are excited to participate!\r\n\r\nOur students were thrilled to learn that we would be receiving new yoga towels and socks to make their practice more comfortable, along with wall mounts to keep our existing yoga mats organized and accessible. These materials will help us create a more inviting and organized space for our Monday and Friday yoga sessions.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue exploring different yoga poses, practicing balance and flexibility, and learning breathing techniques that encourage relaxation and mindfulness. Most importantly, we want our students to understand that physical fitness can be enjoyable and that taking care of their bodies is an important lifelong habit.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us continue a classroom tradition that they genuinely look forward to. 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The printer has been especially helpful during reading, math, and science lessons, where colorful diagrams and illustrations make a big difference. My students love seeing their assignments and projects printed in color, and it has made our classroom activities even more exciting.\r\n\r\nOne of the best parts has been seeing how proud my students feel when their work is printed and displayed. Some students who usually need extra encouragement have become more interested in completing their assignments when they know their finished projects can be showcased. The printer also allows me to quickly prepare additional practice materials for students who need extra support or enrichment activities for those ready for a challenge. Thanks to your generosity, we now have a valuable classroom resource that will continue making learning more meaningful, creative, and enjoyable throughout the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1788379158729,"projectUrl":"project/a-printer-to-support-student-learning/10410247/","projectTitle":"A Printer To Support Student Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4223376_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1488051372404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-gonzalez-4th"},{"teacherId":4223376,"projectId":10467637,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring our \"Putting Financial Literacy Into Practice\" project to life! My fourth graders were so excited to see all the new items for our classroom store, especially the squishies, slime, fidget toys, mystery animals, and science activities. These items have made our classroom economy even more exciting! Students are using their ClassBank digital accounts to keep track of their earnings, check their balances, and decide what they can afford to purchase. I love watching them compare prices, make thoughtful choices, and sometimes decide to save their money instead of spending it right away.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building their financial literacy skills by focusing on budgeting, understanding needs versus wants, and setting savings goals for bigger purchases. Students will also learn that managing money takes patience, responsibility, and planning. What makes this project so special is that my students are practicing real-life financial decisions in a fun and meaningful way. These lessons will stay with them long after they leave fourth grade. Thank you for your kindness and generosity, and for giving my students opportunities to develop money-management skills that will benefit them for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1788379159594,"projectUrl":"project/putting-financial-literacy-into-practice/10467637/","projectTitle":"Putting Financial Literacy Into Practice","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4223376_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1488051372404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-gonzalez-4th"},{"teacherId":4032368,"projectId":10390798,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for the generous DonorsChoose donation that has made such a positive impact on our classroom. These materials have provided my students with meaningful learning opportunities, helped create a more organized and welcoming environment, and added excitement to our daily routines. The growing light for our plants, hooks to display student work, badge holders for student identification, and candy dispenser for treats and rewards may seem like small additions, but each item serves an important purpose in supporting student learning, engagement, and success.\r\n\r\nThe growing light has been especially beneficial as we continue to care for our classroom plants. It allows us to provide our plants with the light they need to grow and thrive, even when natural sunlight is limited. Caring for plants gives students hands-on opportunities to explore science concepts, observe changes over time, and learn about the importance of responsibility. Through this experience, students can develop curiosity, practice observation skills, and better understand how living things depend on their environment to survive. Watching our plants grow also reminds students that learning takes time, patience, and consistent care.\r\n\r\nThe hooks we received have helped us create a space to display our students' work proudly. Having a designated place to showcase their accomplishments allows students to see that their hard work and creativity are valued. Displaying their work builds confidence, encourages a sense of pride, and motivates them to continue doing their best. It also helps create a classroom environment where students feel recognized and appreciated for their individual efforts and achievements.\r\n\r\nThe badge holders for student identification have also been a valuable addition to our classroom. They help students keep their identification accessible and secure while promoting responsibility and organization. These holders support our daily routines and help students understand the importance of keeping track of their belongings and following classroom procedures. Having the appropriate materials makes our classroom run more smoothly and allows us to spend more time focusing on learning.\r\n\r\nFinally, the candy dispenser has added an element of excitement and motivation to our classroom. It provides a fun way to recognize positive behavior, celebrate accomplishments, and reward students for their effort and participation. Small treats can make special moments even more memorable and encourage students to continue making positive choices. The dispenser helps us celebrate successes, both big and small, and contributes to a positive classroom atmosphere.","fullyFundedDate":1787171952764,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-for-little-learners/10390798/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4032368_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1477538734216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4032368"},{"teacherId":5734973,"projectId":10616757,"letterContent":"My fourth graders are putting their financial literacy skills into action through our classroom store! With these resources, students are learning to budget their classroom earnings, compare prices, save for items they want, and make thoughtful spending decisions. The snacks, treats, and small prizes make these lessons exciting because students get to practice real-world money skills in a fun, hands-on environment.\r\n\r\nMy students are excited to see the variety of items available in our classroom store! They enjoy having choices and quickly learn that they must decide how to spend their hard-earned classroom money. These moments create meaningful conversations about needs versus wants, saving for future purchases, and understanding that every financial decision involves choices.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue expanding these lessons by having students create budgets, calculate their spending, and set savings goals. I want my students to leave fourth grade feeling more confident about managing money and making responsible financial decisions. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping me teach skills that will benefit my students far beyond the school year!","fullyFundedDate":1791347232597,"projectUrl":"project/learning-to-earn-save-spend-share/10616757/","projectTitle":"Learning to Earn, Save, Spend & Share","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cindy Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5734973_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725950357614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cindysalinas"},{"teacherId":6753453,"projectId":10262274,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful difference in our classroom! The new technology gives my students more opportunities to learn in an interactive and engaging way. They are able to explore new ideas, practice important skills, and use technology to support their learning in ways that make lessons more exciting and accessible.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is being able to learn through hands-on experiences and interactive activities. They are eager to participate, collaborate with their classmates, and discover new ways to solve problems.\r\n\r\nI have especially noticed students who may be quieter or less confident during traditional lessons becoming more engaged when using the technology. It gives them a chance to participate at their own pace, build confidence, and celebrate their progress. Seeing their excitement and curiosity reminds me how valuable your generosity is.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a classroom where every student has the opportunity to learn, explore, and succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1788367427069,"projectUrl":"project/print-learn-and-succeed-in-fourth-grad/10262274/","projectTitle":"Print, Learn, and Succeed in Fourth Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Monica Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6753453"},{"teacherId":4223376,"projectId":10220296,"letterContent":"Storyworks has brought fresh, engaging reading into our classroom. My students are using the articles and stories to practice important skills such as finding text evidence, making inferences, identifying main ideas, building vocabulary, and comparing texts. The variety of fiction, nonfiction, and other genres gives us new ways to practice these skills while learning about interesting topics.\r\n\r\nReading time has become something my students look forward to. We read and discuss the texts together, work with partners, and complete activities that help them think more deeply about what they read. I especially enjoy seeing students who once hesitated to participate become more willing to share their ideas and go back to the text for evidence. Thank you for helping my students grow into stronger, more confident readers.","fullyFundedDate":1778207223448,"projectUrl":"project/strengthening-literacy-skills-with-story/10220296/","projectTitle":"Strengthening Literacy Skills With Storyworks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4223376_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1488051372404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-gonzalez-4th"},{"teacherId":9286276,"projectId":10114161,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through the Everyday Supplies for Extraordinary Progress project! The supplies you provided are being used every day during our reading, writing, and math lessons. Having these materials readily available allows my students to spend less time worrying about whether they have what they need and more time focusing on learning. They were so excited to see the new supplies and know that people they had never met cared enough about their education to help our classroom.\r\n\r\nAs a special education resource teacher, I work with students who need additional support, repetition, and opportunities to practice skills at their own pace. These supplies allow me to provide hands-on activities, small-group instruction, and individualized practice based on each student's needs. Something as simple as having the right classroom materials can help a student feel more prepared, confident, and independent.\r\n\r\nWe will continue putting these supplies to good use as we work toward our students' individual reading and math goals throughout the school year. Every small step forward is something worth celebrating in our classroom. Thank you for helping us turn everyday supplies into opportunities for extraordinary progress!","fullyFundedDate":1778022615021,"projectUrl":"project/everyday-supplies-for-extraordinary-prog/10114161/","projectTitle":"Everyday Supplies for Extraordinary Progress","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J. Benavides","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9286276_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708308819378","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9286276"},{"teacherId":9286276,"projectId":10056541,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and my students! The materials from this project are being used regularly during our math and reading instruction. The calculators have been especially helpful during math lessons, allowing my students to focus on practicing important skills and solving problems with greater confidence. The organizational materials have also helped us keep our learning materials accessible and ready to use, which makes our instructional time run more smoothly.\r\n\r\nMy students were very excited when they saw the new materials and learned that they were specifically for our classroom. As a special education teacher, I work with students who have different learning needs, and having the right resources available can make such a difference. These materials are helping my students become more independent, organized, and confident in their learning.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building their math and reading skills while encouraging greater independence. We will continue using these resources during small-group instruction and individualized practice throughout the school year. Thank you for investing in my students and helping provide them with tools that support their success. Your generosity truly makes a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1776457209868,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-success-calculators-and-or/10056541/","projectTitle":"Rolling Into Success: Calculators and Organization for Math and Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J. Benavides","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9286276_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708308819378","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9286276"},{"teacherId":8363354,"projectId":9959192,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and our classroom, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of pretend play toys. Your kindness and support mean so much to us, and we are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to provide our young learners with new materials that encourage creativity, imagination, and meaningful learning through play.\r\n\r\nPretend play is such an important part of early childhood development. When children engage in imaginative play, they have the opportunity to explore the world around them, express their ideas, and make sense of everyday experiences. The pretend play toys you donated will allow our students to become chefs, doctors, parents, teachers, community helpers, and so much more. Their imaginations can take them anywhere!\r\n\r\nThese toys are much more than just fun classroom materials. They provide our students with opportunities to practice important skills while they play. As they pretend and create different scenarios, they learn how to communicate with one another, share, take turns, cooperate, solve problems, and work together. They also develop language skills as they talk, tell stories, ask questions, and interact with their classmates.\r\n\r\nWe have already seen how excited children become when they are given opportunities to use their imagination. A simple pretend kitchen can become a busy restaurant, a doctor's kit can turn our classroom into a medical office, and everyday objects can become anything a child's imagination can dream up. These experiences make learning exciting and allow our students to learn naturally while having fun.\r\n\r\nYour generosity also helps us create a classroom environment where every child has the opportunity to participate. Having a variety of pretend play materials gives our students different ways to express themselves and explore their interests. Some children may feel most comfortable communicating through imaginative play, and these toys provide them with a wonderful way to build confidence and connect with their classmates.\r\n\r\nOne of the greatest joys for a teacher is watching children learn through their own curiosity and imagination. Your donation helps make those moments possible. The smiles, laughter, conversations, and creative stories that will fill our classroom are a direct result of your thoughtfulness and generosity.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and recognizing the importance of play in early childhood education. 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