{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dr Malakoff Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9198366,"projectId":10061754,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity. Your support has transformed the way my classroom functions, making our daily routines more structured and focused.\r\n\r\nThe barcode scanner has been a total game-changer for our classroom library. I have been using it with an app called Libib, and it is honestly amazing. Although our digital catalog is still a work in progress, the app makes it so easy to scan and organize our entire book collection. \r\n\r\nIn our math small groups, the graph notebooks have become an essential tool. Having that grid layout helps my students organize their math computation and clearly show their problem-solving steps. It has made a noticeable difference in their accuracy and confidence. \r\n\r\nThe robot sharpener is easily the most popular item in the room. The students love it because it is incredibly fast and leaves their pencils perfectly pointy. The Smencils have become a huge hit and a wonderful motivator for writing tasks. The headphones were a critical need. They allow my students to stay fully engaged with programs like iReady and IXL without distractions, ensuring they get the most out of their digital learning time.\r\n\r\nThank you for providing the \"basics\" that make such a big impact. You have helped create an environment where my students can learn without interruption and with all the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1771439148747,"projectUrl":"project/basic-supplies-big-impact-for-my-studen/10061754/","projectTitle":"Basic Supplies, Big Impact for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carrillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9198366_orig.jpg?crop=834,834,x0,y82&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697654499430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9198366"},{"teacherId":5334193,"projectId":10108932,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our classroom project. Because of you, our students were able to dive into a magical St. Patrick's Day experience filled with creativity, learning, and joy.\r\nThe room was absolutely full of excitement as students worked on their St. Patrick-themed activities, proudly wearing their fun and festive glasses. Laughter and imagination filled the air as they created their leprechaun sticker scenes and brought their ideas to life through storytelling.\r\nEven as our classroom supplies run low in the middle of the school year, your kindness has allowed our creativity to continue shining strong. These materials have made it possible for students to engage in hands-on writing activities that not only build essential skills but also spark a love for learning.\r\nThanks to your support, our students were able to complete and proudly display their published writing pieces, decorated with festive paper—a true celebration of their hard work and imagination.\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and for believing in our students. You have helped create a joyful and meaningful learning experience they will always remember.","fullyFundedDate":1772491542550,"projectUrl":"project/lucky-to-learn-mid-year-supplies-lepr/10108932/","projectTitle":"Lucky to Learn: Mid-Year Supplies & Leprechaun Writing Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5334193_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773516835641","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-v-long"},{"teacherId":5334193,"projectId":9958678,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our fully funded project. Your generosity has made a meaningful impact on my classroom and has provided my students with opportunities to learn in creative, engaging, and authentic ways.\r\nBecause of your donations, we now have access to a poster printer that has transformed how students share and demonstrate their learning. Instead of simply completing worksheets, students are able to design, print, and present professional-quality posters that showcase their research and ideas.\r\nOne of the most exciting ways we've used the poster printer is for student-created anchor charts. After researching a topic, students work together to identify the most important information and design visual anchor charts to help teach the class. These charts include key vocabulary, diagrams, examples, and explanations that make complex ideas easier for everyone to understand. Seeing their work printed in large format makes students feel proud and gives their learning a real-world purpose.\r\nWe have also incorporated a \"Teacher of the Day\" experience where students step into the role of the teacher. They stand at the front of the room, use their posters as teaching tools, and lead the class through the information they discovered. This process builds confidence, strengthens communication skills, and allows students to take true ownership of their learning.\r\nThe poster printer has allowed students to design and print anchor charts that support classroom learning. \r\nMy kiddos get to experience what it feels like to teach others\r\nYour support has helped turn my students into creators, researchers, and teachers in our classroom. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping make these powerful learning experiences possible.","fullyFundedDate":1767051593625,"projectUrl":"project/printing-big-ideas-hands-on-project-ba/9958678/","projectTitle":"Printing Big Ideas: Hands-On, Project-Based Learning Through Student Posters","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5334193_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773516835641","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-v-long"},{"teacherId":9198366,"projectId":9978189,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Valentine compassion project. It was truly heartwarming to see my students motivate, encourage, and leave kind messages for one another. The classroom mailboxes were a huge hit. Students loved writing and delivering thoughtful notes, and it was beautiful to see how much they value their friendships.\r\n\r\nWe discussed how different people may feel left out, lonely, or in need of kindness. Students reflected on how thoughtful words can lift someone's spirit, and creating cards and messages helped them think carefully about how their choices affect others. Many students shared messages not only with classmates but also with other third graders. Some even wanted to deliver their notes to former teachers and other students around our school.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic games quickly became a favorite. Students took them to recess and invited others to play. It was wonderful to see them sharing, including others, and cheering each other on. They also loved the plush toys and often reached for them whenever they needed a little comfort.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helped create meaningful moments where my students practiced kindness and compassion in real ways. We truly appreciate the continued support you show our classroom. Your kindness makes such a difference for my students, and we are deeply grateful for all you do for us. 💌💗","fullyFundedDate":1768254740816,"projectUrl":"project/valentines-with-heart-learning-compassio/9978189/","projectTitle":"Valentines With Heart Learning Compassion Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carrillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9198366_orig.jpg?crop=834,834,x0,y82&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697654499430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9198366"},{"teacherId":5334193,"projectId":9977458,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project. Your generosity made a meaningful difference for my curious and creative third graders. Because of your support, we were able to incorporate engaging materials and hands-on activities that helped students strengthen their literacy skills while having fun.\r\nFor our Science Day on Valentine's Day, students used wooden paint race cars in a special activity that combined creativity, storytelling, and friendly competition. Each student received a sticker story page and wrote a story inspired by the scene they created. This activity encouraged students to think about characters, setting, and plot while expressing their imagination through writing.\r\nStudents who won our wooden race car challenge received a small mini trophy to celebrate their effort and sportsmanship. In addition, students who wrote the strongest stories using the RACES writing strategy were also recognized with a mini trophy. These incentives helped motivate students to stay engaged and take pride in their work.\r\nThe sticker storybooks you helped provide were also used during small-group and independent literacy time. Students read short passages and prompts, built story scenes with stickers, and practiced retelling and writing their own versions of stories. These visual and interactive supports were especially helpful for students who benefit from hands-on learning and extra encouragement during literacy blocks.\r\nTo support positive behavior and sustained effort, students were able to earn small snack incentives for staying on task, completing literacy activities, and demonstrating a growth mindset. These simple rewards helped create a positive and supportive classroom environment where students felt proud of their effort and excited about learning.\r\nYour generosity helped make reading engaging, creative, and rewarding for my students. Because of you, they are building important literacy skills while discovering the joy of storytelling and learning together.\r\nThank you for helping my third graders stick with reading and believe in themselves as readers and writers.","fullyFundedDate":1768254625465,"projectUrl":"project/stick-read-create-building-literacy-t/9977458/","projectTitle":"Stick, Read, Create! Building Literacy Through Sticker Storybooks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5334193_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773516835641","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-v-long"},{"teacherId":9278218,"projectId":10086447,"letterContent":"The materials from this project have benefited my students positively in many ways. With state testing around the corner, these tools have provided emotional support for students that are feeling stressed and have also helped manage anxiety. The squish-mellows are so soft and cuddly and my students enjoy holding and hugging them throughout the day. My students were very excited when they saw these fun and exciting tools that help build kindness, compassion, empathy, and problem solving skills in our classroom community. The slime and magnetic blocks were also fun and helped my students learn to explore and find ways to solve problems through communication. Thank you for making this project possible and for helping me promote and foster compassion. Words can't express how grateful we are for your generosity and support.","fullyFundedDate":1771124775496,"projectUrl":"project/stem-for-kind-and-compassionate-stars/10086447/","projectTitle":"STEM For Kind and Compassionate Stars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez Piton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9278218_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769571215289","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9278218"},{"teacherId":5334193,"projectId":10055011,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in funding our PBIS kindness initiative. Because of your generosity, our students now have the opportunity to create joyful moments that spread positivity throughout our school community.\r\nOur school is full of amazing students, and this project has given them a meaningful and fun way to connect with others. With the Ninja slushie machine you helped provide, our PBIS club has been able to lead a kindness campaign that turns simple gestures into memorable experiences.\r\nStudents in the PBIS club prepare colorful slushies and pair each one with a handwritten positive note. These notes include words of encouragement, gratitude, and reminders that every person in our school matters. Delivering these treats and notes has created smiles, sparked conversations, and helped kindness ripple through our hallways like confetti. These moments have helped strengthen our sense of community while giving students the opportunity to model empathy, leadership, and positive behavior.\r\nThis project has become much more than serving a frozen treat. It has created a joyful way for students to practice kindness and build connections across our school. Best of all, the materials will continue to be used for future PBIS activities so that the spirit of kindness can keep spreading again and again.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for helping us create a school culture where positivity, encouragement, and belonging thrive. Your generosity is making a lasting difference in the lives of our students and staff.","fullyFundedDate":1769721321899,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-kindness-like-confettione-slu/10055011/","projectTitle":"Spreading Kindness Like Confetti—One Slushie at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5334193_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773516835641","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-v-long"},{"teacherId":5334193,"projectId":10010804,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and investing in our students' success. Because of your generosity, our classroom is running more smoothly than ever!\r\nBefore receiving this support, managing our devices was a daily challenge. Loose wires, scattered Chromebooks, and the constant search for charged devices created safety concerns and took away valuable instructional time. What should have been seamless often became stressful.\r\nNow, with our mobile ECR Chromebook charging cart, everything has changed. All devices are stored safely in one organized space, with charging cords neatly contained and ready to go. Chromebooks are no longer scattered around the room, and the clutter and distractions have disappeared. Students can quickly grab a fully charged device and immediately begin learning.\r\nIn addition, the mobile storage cabinet and clear storage bins have transformed how we organize our STEM and science materials. Supplies are easy to access, and simple to put away. This has helped students become more independent and responsible while keeping our classroom tidy and efficient.\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is organized, safe, and technology-ready. You have helped create an environment where students can focus on what truly matters—learning, exploring, and growing.\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generosity and support. Thank you for making a lasting difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1771126079323,"projectUrl":"project/fully-charged-for-learning/10010804/","projectTitle":"Fully Charged for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5334193_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773516835641","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-v-long"},{"teacherId":9198366,"projectId":10058414,"letterContent":"Our Kindness Crew truly brought compassion to life through this project. My students did an incredible job spreading joy and encouragement throughout our school. They proudly delivered a \"Royal Letter\" to teachers asking them to select a student who might need a little extra motivation, kindness, or a bright moment in their day.\r\n\r\nTeachers loved this idea and were so excited to help us identify students who would benefit from a small act of kindness. My students carefully prepared and delivered the Kindness Bags and treats, and it was beautiful to see the smiles, surprise, and gratitude from the recipients.\r\n\r\nThe Kindness Crew continued these visits for several days until every last snack was shared. My students felt so proud knowing they were able to lift others up and make someone's day a little brighter.\r\n\r\nThis experience helped my students see that even small acts of kindness can have a powerful impact. They learned that compassion, thoughtfulness, and a caring heart can truly spread happiness throughout a community. 💛","fullyFundedDate":1770309888317,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-in-a-bag-students-spreading-ho/10058414/","projectTitle":"Kindness in a Bag: Students Spreading Hope Through Service","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carrillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9198366_orig.jpg?crop=834,834,x0,y82&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697654499430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9198366"},{"teacherId":10304189,"projectId":9798105,"letterContent":"First of all, I would like to thank you all for your generosity and sincerity that you have given to my students. The prizes and incentives I received have helped me tremendously and increased their motivation to perform better.\r\n\r\nThe incentives I received to use as a reward for their hard work has definitely paid off. Their math and reading scores have gone up as they eagerly await the prizes they will receive.\r\n\r\nWe are getting close to state testing and I have seen their motivation increase. Since they get to choose the prize they want, they definitely make sure to do their very best.","fullyFundedDate":1764679665920,"projectUrl":"project/hard-work-pays-off/9798105/","projectTitle":"Hard Work Pays Off!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Soliz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10304189"},{"teacherId":5334193,"projectId":10096681,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom project!\r\nBecause of you, our classroom has been transformed into an even more positive, organized, and inspiring place to learn. The individual student mailboxes have quickly become one of the most special parts of our day. Each morning, students eagerly check their boxes for encouraging notes, affirmations, and feedback. Those small messages — \"You are capable,\" \"I'm proud of you,\" and \"Your effort matters\" — have made a big impact. I have seen confidence grow, smiles widen, and kindness spread as students even began writing positive notes to one another. The mailboxes have not only strengthened organization and responsibility, but they've also helped build a culture of belonging and encouragement in our classroom.\r\nThe additional school supplies arrived at the perfect time. Fresh pencils, colorful pens, stickers, incentives, and essential materials have allowed every student to fully participate in writing, math, and creative projects. There is something powerful about a child having exactly what they need to succeed. Thanks to you, our instruction continues to run smoothly, and every student has equitable access to the tools that support their learning.\r\nWe are finishing the year strong — with positivity, structure, and excitement. Most importantly, my third graders feel supported, valued, and inspired each and every day.\r\nYour investment in our classroom community means more than words can express. You have made a lasting difference in the lives of these hardworking, resilient, and truly amazing children.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and their bright futures!","fullyFundedDate":1771443857012,"projectUrl":"project/delivering-daily-inspiration-supplies/10096681/","projectTitle":"Delivering Daily Inspiration & Supplies for My Amazing Third Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5334193_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773516835641","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-v-long"},{"teacherId":9278218,"projectId":9922517,"letterContent":"My students were able to use these fun STEM activities during our annual sensational science day. They enjoyed being archeologists for the day as they dug into some pink heart shaped clusters and looked for gems. One of our new third grade science skills is to learn about fossils and this activity reinforced some of that vocabulary. They also enjoyed working on the building their own electric jeeps and bridges. They had a blast as they built with their friends. They also had blast as they created their DIY Valentine's Day sticker monster ornament. They were very excited to take their monster ornaments home and surprise their mothers. Thank you for making this sensational science day a success. My students will look back and remember about how much fun they had and realize that they were learning important skills as well. Thank you for your support and for making my students learning adventurous and memorable. 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