{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Milwaukee Spanish Immersion Elementary School Lower Campus","outOfStateSupporters":18.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9115699,"projectId":8935946,"letterContent":"Our students absolutely love the tent, there is always a student inside! Our Spanish resources are always well loved, especially the letter tubs! The resources we have now are all very hands on, which is a wonderful alternative for our differentiated learning. The social emotional and self regulating items have been a huge hit, the weighted stuffed animal is one that is argued over almost hourly within our room. It even has ventured out to other students in need. We love to see how much of an impact these resources have made to our students but also students within the school community.","fullyFundedDate":1739455205970,"projectUrl":"project/self-regulated-spanish-readers/8935946/","projectTitle":"Self-Regulated Spanish Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Starck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9115699_orig.jpg?crop=1169,1170,x0,y167&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690312711350","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9115699"},{"teacherId":9115699,"projectId":9097979,"letterContent":"Our students have various needs ranging from social emotional, behavior, and academic. The resources from this project have allowed our students to self-regulate, learn at their level, and have an environment they feel comfortable learning in. Our students have loved the fidgets and self regulating tools provided! We have also used the TPT gift cards for fun worksheets at our students levels, this has really helped with our differentiation. The light covers have provided a soothing environment in our room and the take home folders are a wonderful tool for our parents to stay involved in what is happening within the classroom environment! Thank you for supporting our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1739455207661,"projectUrl":"project/closing-learning-gaps-a-day-at-a-time/9097979/","projectTitle":"Closing Learning Gaps a Day at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Starck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9115699_orig.jpg?crop=1169,1170,x0,y167&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690312711350","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9115699"},{"teacherId":8459341,"projectId":9010107,"letterContent":"Having headphones for each student in our classroom has greatly expanded learning and technology opportunities for everyone. In our dual-language environment, access to technology is essential, especially for building vocabulary and understanding in a second language. With their own set of headphones, students can engage with digital learning programs, listen to stories, practice pronunciation, and watch visual lessons without distractions. This individualized learning experience supports each student at their own pace and makes language acquisition more effective and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nThe students were thrilled to receive their own headphones and explore their learning apps and online resources in a more personal and focused way. They are especially excited about the interactive programs that help them practice Spanish or English vocabulary with visuals and sound. This technology not only makes learning more fun but also gives every student equal access to tools that support their academic growth. We've also used the headphones for read-along activities and phonics games, which help boost reading comprehension and listening skills in both languages.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the headphones, having laminating sheets has allowed us to create reusable, hands-on learning materials that keep students engaged. From vocabulary cards to math games and interactive charts, the laminated resources are used daily and encourage students to take an active role in their learning. These tools make learning more interactive and durable, allowing students to explore, write, erase, and try again without fear of mistakes. The combination of technology and hands-on resources has truly transformed our classroom into an engaging and inclusive learning space where all students can thrive.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nPreguntar a ChatGPT","fullyFundedDate":1739455211305,"projectUrl":"project/creating-an-engaging-learning-space-for/9010107/","projectTitle":"Creating an Engaging Learning Space for Spanish Immersion Explorers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8459341_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725808823121","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sra-erodriguez"},{"teacherId":8459341,"projectId":8573126,"letterContent":"Having these new resources in our classroom has been an amazing, engaging, and comfortable addition. The reading area is now a peaceful and inviting space filled with color and cozy seating, which has truly transformed how students approach reading. They now have the opportunity to choose books based on their interests or reading levels, which encourages independent reading and supports their literacy growth. This space has become a favorite part of our day, especially during our independent reading time when students are fully engaged with their books.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new reading area, their excitement was undeniable. They immediately rushed over to explore the cozy seating and browse through the variety of books. Many students commented on how fun and relaxing it felt to read in that space. The atmosphere has motivated even some of our more reluctant readers to spend more time with books, simply because the environment feels welcoming and special. This transformation has helped foster a love for reading and has made literacy time something they truly look forward to.\r\n\r\nAs we continue to build strong reading habits, this reading corner will remain central to our daily routines. Our next steps involve guiding students in setting reading goals and exploring different genres. We'll also use the space for small group discussions and book talks, encouraging students to share their thoughts and make recommendations to their peers. Thanks to this resource, students now have not only a comfortable place to read, but also a meaningful space that supports their growth as confident and motivated readers.","fullyFundedDate":1733437855022,"projectUrl":"project/getting-comfy-cozy-and-smart/8573126/","projectTitle":"Getting Comfy, Cozy and Smart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8459341_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725808823121","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sra-erodriguez"},{"teacherId":8459341,"projectId":8572883,"letterContent":"Having a vacuum cleaner in our classroom has been an incredibly useful and necessary tool. It allows me to clean up right after breakfast, ensuring that any crumbs or messes are quickly taken care of. I also make sure to vacuum the carpets every afternoon, which keeps our classroom fresh and tidy. This daily cleaning routine helps create a clean, organized, and welcoming environment where students can focus on learning without distractions.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the vacuum cleaner, they were curious and excited. Some even offered to help and showed interest in how it works! They love coming into a clean classroom each day, and it sets a positive tone for their learning. A clean space helps students feel calm, focused, and respected. It also teaches them the importance of caring for their surroundings, which is an important part of our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThanks to this resource, we are now able to maintain a neat and healthy learning space, which directly supports students' well-being and academic engagement. As we move forward with our lessons and projects, especially those involving group work on the floor, we can do so confidently knowing our space is clean and safe. This small but powerful tool has made a big difference in our classroom routine and in creating an environment where students feel comfortable and ready to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1724247114319,"projectUrl":"project/lets-learn-in-a-clean-environment/8572883/","projectTitle":"Let's Learn in a Clean Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8459341_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725808823121","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sra-erodriguez"},{"teacherId":8459341,"projectId":6851544,"letterContent":"Having an easel in our classroom has been an incredible addition that has truly enhanced both teaching and learning. One of the most impactful ways we use the easel is to create anchor charts during our lessons. These charts provide students with a constant visual reminder of what we've been learning throughout the week. Whether it's a new reading strategy, writing tip, or math concept, the easel helps us make learning visible and accessible for all students. It has become a central tool during our mini-lessons and group discussions.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the easel, their faces lit up with excitement. They immediately wanted to participate by helping create charts and writing their own ideas to share with the class. The easel also encourages collaboration and peer learning, as students can easily come up to it and explain their thinking in front of their classmates. It gives them a sense of pride and ownership in their learning, and they love being part of the process. Seeing their work displayed and used as a learning tool makes them feel valued and confident.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our classroom projects, the easel will remain a key resource. Our next steps include building more anchor charts for science and social studies topics, as well as continuing to use the easel for student-led discussions and presentations. It will support ongoing student growth by providing a space for reflection, review, and reinforcement of key concepts. Thanks to this resource, our classroom is more interactive, engaging, and supportive of student voice and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1666813104467,"projectUrl":"project/please-support-my-immersion-students/6851544/","projectTitle":"Please Support My Immersion Students.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8459341_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725808823121","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sra-erodriguez"},{"teacherId":8459341,"projectId":6592355,"letterContent":"The magnetic whiteboards have proven to be an incredible asset in our classroom, especially during literacy instruction. They are frequently used in whole group activities where students engage in phonemic awareness by listening to individual sounds and writing them down. This interactive process not only helps reinforce students' understanding of phonemes but also encourages active participation as they eagerly share their words with their peers. The boards provide a hands-on, visual way for students to process and display what they are learning, making the lessons more dynamic and engaging.\r\n\r\nIn addition to literacy, the magnetic whiteboards are also effectively incorporated into math instruction. Students use them to practice a variety of math skills, such as solving problems, writing equations, and exploring number patterns. The boards allow for immediate feedback and foster collaboration, as students can compare and discuss their answers with classmates. The visual and tactile nature of the boards supports diverse learning styles and helps make abstract math concepts more concrete.\r\n\r\nAnother important use of the whiteboards is for learning new Spanish vocabulary. During both math and literacy lessons, the boards serve as a space for introducing and reinforcing vocabulary words in Spanish, supporting our dual-language goals. Students are able to write and manipulate words in real time, which enhances both their language development and subject knowledge. Overall, these boards create an engaging, flexible learning environment where students are motivated to participate and grow in multiple subject areas.","fullyFundedDate":1663709305995,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-learn-a-second-language/6592355/","projectTitle":"Help my Students Learn a Second Language","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8459341_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725808823121","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sra-erodriguez"},{"teacherId":9646429,"projectId":9135894,"letterContent":"What a difference you've made in our classroom! When the boxes arrived, it felt like Christmas morning—my students could not believe all the amazing supplies! There were gasps, cheers, and lots of happy chatter as we unpacked everything together. From colorful Play-Doh for indoor recess fun to the shiny new Posca paint markers for our creative block, every item sparked excitement and instantly found its place in our daily routines.\r\n\r\nOne special moment I'll never forget happened on a rainy day. Normally, indoor recess is tricky, but with the magnetic tiles, marble run, fidget toys, and building blocks, my students collaborated, problem-solved, and even built a \"STEM city\"! During our social-emotional learning time, the Crayola art kits and fidget solar system helped students express their emotions through art and calm their minds when needed. The calm down corner has transformed into a true haven, complete with cozy tools like fidget friends and stress toys—tools that support emotional regulation and make every child feel safe and seen.\r\n\r\nWe also used the new dry erase board, markers, and colorful whiteboard dots during our whole-group lessons and \"mercado\" open house—our classroom looked like a real market, and your contributions brought that vision to life! As we move forward, we'll continue using these materials to support creativity, collaboration, and emotional well-being. Thank you for believing in us—you didn't just donate supplies, you helped build a joyful, inclusive learning space that fuels curiosity and kindness every single day.\r\n\r\n\r\nSeñorita Naimara 🎨📚💫","fullyFundedDate":1746786400328,"projectUrl":"project/load-up-the-class/9135894/","projectTitle":"Load up the class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Galarza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9646429_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751069557981","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9646429"},{"teacherId":8423675,"projectId":9007161,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the book bins and new books for our classroom library! The bins have completely transformed our reading space—books are now organized by genre and level, making it easier for students to find stories that interest them. We recently used the new books during a \"book tasting\" activity, and the excitement in the room was incredible. One student said, \"This feels like a real library!\"\r\n\r\nSince setting everything up, students have been more eager to read and take ownership of their book choices. We're now launching small book clubs using the bin books, and the enthusiasm is stronger than ever. Your generosity has made a lasting impact, and we're so grateful for the joy and structure you've brought to our reading time.","fullyFundedDate":1738339065979,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-our-super-power/9007161/","projectTitle":"Reading Is Our Super Power!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8423675_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y398&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650592318628","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8423675"},{"teacherId":8423675,"projectId":9007172,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our first-grade library now has a cozy kids' sofa that has truly transformed our reading space. The students were overjoyed when they first saw it—several even hugged it and called it their \"reading cloud.\" We now use it daily during our reading block, and it has become a favorite spot for partner reading and storytelling sessions. Recently, students took turns sitting on the sofa to present their own handmade storybooks as part of our \"Authors of the Week\" project. This space encourages a love for books and boosts confidence in sharing their work. Next, we're diving into a unit on folktales, and the sofa will be our \"storytelling corner\" where students retell stories using props. Thank you for helping create such a special place in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1739455233141,"projectUrl":"project/discover-a-new-world-with-cozy-reading-a/9007172/","projectTitle":"Discover a new world with Cozy Reading Area","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8423675_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y398&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650592318628","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8423675"},{"teacherId":8423675,"projectId":8996879,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous contributions toward our new classroom carpet. Your support has made it possible to create a warm and inviting space for our students to learn and grow. My students are very happy.\r\n\r\nThis carpet will not only enhance our classroom environment but also provide a comfortable area for reading, collaborating, and fostering creativity. Your kindness is truly appreciated and will make a lasting impact on our students' experience.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1734133532197,"projectUrl":"project/getting-comfy-cozy-and-smart/8996879/","projectTitle":"Getting Comfy, Cozy and Smart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8423675_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y398&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650592318628","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8423675"},{"teacherId":9290455,"projectId":8724665,"letterContent":"Thanks you again for your help in creating a calming corner for our students at Milwaukee Spanish Immersion School's lower campus. Our calming corner is in use and is available to any student, grades K4-1st, who need a physical space to self-regulate or a quiet corner in which to reflect and gather themselves in order to get back into the classroom and be successful learners. \r\nOur calming corner now consists of a plush rug, two comfortable chairs, bookshelves filled with fidgets, books, and games, and softened overhead lighting. This area will be used for years to come by a number of students. 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