{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Oralia R Rodriguez Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9088431,"projectId":9844548,"letterContent":"Your generosity has truly transformed our classroom experience. We are using the new resources every day during independent reading, guided reading groups, and collaborative projects. Recently, students used the new books to complete a theme analysis project. They worked in small groups to identify a central theme, track how it developed throughout the story, and support their thinking with direct evidence. One group excitedly debated which events best showed perseverance, flipping back through the text to defend their ideas. Watching them confidently cite evidence and respectfully challenge one another was a powerful moment that showed real academic growth.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students eagerly gathered around the boxes, pointing out titles they recognized and celebrating books that reflected their interests and experiences. Several students asked if they could start reading right away, and that enthusiasm has not faded. The new resources made students feel valued and motivated, knowing that these materials were chosen just for them.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students are beginning a research-based literacy project where they will connect themes from their reading to real-world topics. They will practice note-taking, summarizing information, and presenting their findings to the class. Because of your support, we are able to continue building strong readers and thoughtful thinkers. Thank you for giving our students the tools and opportunities to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1766472118811,"projectUrl":"project/stem-sparks-igniting-curiosity-in-young/9844548/","projectTitle":"STEM Sparks: Igniting Curiosity in Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. De La Cerda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9088431_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759782965584","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jenniferdelacerda"},{"teacherId":9088431,"projectId":9795148,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has been filled with new energy and excitement for learning. We are using the new resources daily during independent reading, small-group instruction, and whole-class discussions. One powerful moment occurred during a recent character study project. Students worked in teams to analyze a character's challenges, motivations, and growth using evidence from the new books. They created posters highlighting key quotes and presented their thinking to the class. The depth of their conversations and the confidence with which they supported their ideas showed just how impactful these materials have been.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new books and resources, their reactions were priceless—wide eyes, huge smiles, and lots of eager hands reaching to explore. Several students immediately began flipping through pages, excited to find topics and characters that interested them. A few even asked, \"Can we start reading these today?\" That enthusiasm has carried into our daily lessons.\r\n\r\nAs for next steps, students are beginning a cross-text comparison project where they will examine themes across multiple books and write short response essays supported with text evidence. These resources are allowing us to push our thinking even further, helping students strengthen both their analytical writing and discussion skills. Your support has truly expanded what is possible in our classroom, and we are so grateful to have you as part of our learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1760623881858,"projectUrl":"project/bright-beginnings-essential-supplies-fo/9795148/","projectTitle":"Bright Beginnings: Essential Supplies for First Grade Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. De La Cerda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9088431_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759782965584","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jenniferdelacerda"},{"teacherId":10036802,"projectId":9689971,"letterContent":"My students have loved having access to their own individual and colorful headphones. Every student knows that they have their own headphones to use and take great care of them! We have been able to use the headphones for our daily ipad use, research, testing, fluency read-alongs, and interactive math practice. \r\n\r\nThe white bins have brought an immense amount of organization to our classroom! We use the tubs for our science and social interactive notebooks, classroom library books, centers, math tubs, and early finisher boxes. The students are able to be much more independent and know where to find any material they may need! \r\n\r\nThe construction paper and dry erase sleeves have helped in more ways that imaginable. We use the construction paper for various projects, art, cover pages for our self-illustrated books, and cards for our community. The dry erase sleeves are used DAILY for centers and station work, as well as math practice. We have been using the sleeves for our \"I Can\" statements in stations and to display our current work.","fullyFundedDate":1761404966658,"projectUrl":"project/odds-and-ends-for-success/9689971/","projectTitle":"Odds and Ends for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Korn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10036802_orig.jpg?crop=547,547,x892,y244&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747321159538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10036802"},{"teacherId":9068097,"projectId":9640139,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, my students now have access to essential tools that make learning more focused and organized every day.\r\n\r\nThe headphones allow students to engage in individualized lessons without distraction. \r\n\r\nThe take-home folders have helped strengthen the connection between school and home. \r\n\r\nYour contribution has made a noticeable difference in both the classroom environment and student confidence. Thank you for investing in their success and helping us build strong learning habits that will last all year long!","fullyFundedDate":1758836382031,"projectUrl":"project/organized-learning-take-home-folders-/9640139/","projectTitle":"Organized Learning: Take-Home Folders & Headphones for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9068097"},{"teacherId":9937914,"projectId":9287819,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contributions to our \"Making Words Work for Us: Literacy Centers to Grow Readers!\" project. Your support has made a tremendous difference in our students' learning experience and has truly brought literacy to life in our classrooms.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donations, our students are now eagerly engaging in hands-on literacy activities that help them build words, strengthen phonics skills, and develop confidence in their writing. The materials you helped provide have encouraged our young learners to become more focused, independent, and excited about reading and writing each day.\r\n\r\nWhat makes your impact even greater is that these resources have not only benefited one classroom—they have been shared and utilized across multiple classrooms throughout our grade level. This collaboration has fostered a stronger learning community and ensured that even more students have access to the tools they need to grow as readers and writers.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity have created lasting opportunities for our students to thrive. Thank you for believing in our mission to nurture a love for literacy and for making such a meaningful difference in their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1749333727084,"projectUrl":"project/making-words-work-for-us-literacy-cente/9287819/","projectTitle":"Making Words Work for Us: Literacy Centers to Grow Readers!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trowbridge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9937914_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741396833361","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9937914"},{"teacherId":9937914,"projectId":9204270,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to share the incredible impact your generosity has made through our recent DonorsChoose project. What began as a project for one class has grown far beyond what I ever imagined—it has begun to inspire students across multiple grade levels.\r\n\r\nThe books and resources you helped provide have become the foundation for exciting literature study groups. Students have not only deepened their understanding of stories, but they've also developed a genuine love for reading. It's been such a joy to see groups of students eagerly discussing the next big event in a book, or even asking to stay longer because they don't want their reading group to end. Conversations about literature are now spilling out into the hallways and playgrounds—students are talking about books in a whole new way!\r\n\r\nYour support has not only given us access to high-quality literature, but also to valuable resources from Teachers Pay Teachers and other supplies that make these book studies engaging and meaningful. These tools have allowed us to extend learning, provide enrichment opportunities with tutors, and create an atmosphere where students are excited to explore and think deeply about what they read.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and in the power of reading. Your generosity continues to make a lasting difference—one story, one discussion, and one inspired student at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1748047914488,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-minds-through-literatur/9204270/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Minds Through Literature: A Novel Study Adventure!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trowbridge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9937914_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741396833361","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9937914"},{"teacherId":10036802,"projectId":9359557,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom library has blossomed into a space where young readers are growing in confidence, curiosity, enthusiasm, and joy.\r\n\r\nThese new books have opened the door to so many essential skills for my first graders—everything from learning how to sound out new words, to building reading stamina, to making meaningful connections between stories and their own lives. We are also practicing comprehension strategies, such as predicting what might happen next, identifying story elements like characters and setting, and retelling stories in their own words.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom now feels like an adventure. Students eagerly browse the shelves, choose books that match their interests, and find cozy spots to dive into their stories. We've built routines where children read independently, share books with partners, and gather for read-alouds that spark lively discussions. The energy around books is contagious—students are recommending stories to one another, swapping favorites, and even asking if they can take books home to keep reading.\r\n\r\nSome students who once hesitated to pick up a book are now leading the way. One student lights up every time she finds a book about strong, adventurous girls, proudly showing her friends. \r\n\r\nThese moments remind us that access to the right books truly helps children see themselves, dream bigger, and grow as readers.\r\n\r\nYour gift hasn't just put books on our shelves—it has given my students daily opportunities to practice essential literacy skills, discover new worlds, and fall in love with reading. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where books are treasured, shared, and celebrated every day.","fullyFundedDate":1748048501458,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-a-love-of-reading/9359557/","projectTitle":"Inspiring a Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Korn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10036802_orig.jpg?crop=547,547,x892,y244&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747321159538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10036802"},{"teacherId":9505213,"projectId":8618182,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and kindness in supporting our classroom! Because of your donations, our space is brighter, more inviting, and more beautiful than ever before.\r\n\r\nThe bulletin board paper you provided has helped turn our classroom walls into inspiring displays where student work can truly shine. The small bookshelf is already a favorite spot for our students, and has been encouraging more independent reading and exploration.\r\n\r\nYour generosity doesn't just provide supplies, it creates an environment where my students feel valued, inspired, and excited to learn. This week we are learning about kindness in our classroom, and every time they look at our bulletin boards or choose a book from our new shelf, they're reminded that there are caring people out there who believe in them.","fullyFundedDate":1730995294412,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-make-our-classroom-beautiful/8618182/","projectTitle":"Help Us Make Our Classroom Beautiful!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carmona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9505213_orig.jpg?crop=665,665,x0,y155&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712121354683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9505213"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_99565","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":513,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":87,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.4,"schoolId":99565,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Oralia R Rodriguez Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Oralia R Rodriguez Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/seguin-independent-school-district/oralia-rodriguez-elementary/99565"}