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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"San Jose Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9904579,"projectId":9941906,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Preschool Museum project!\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students were able to explore, build, and create with strong materials that supported their learning and imagination. They worked like real museum curators, investigating fossils, castles, shields, flags, and historical objects.\r\n\r\nThis project helped students develop language skills, creativity, collaboration, and early research skills. They were so excited to share their museum with families and classmates, and it made learning meaningful and fun.\r\n\r\nYour support truly made a big difference in our classroom. 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My students use them during center time to build, sort, manipulate, and create, which strengthens their fine motor skills in meaningful ways. Recently, during our Art Museum unit, students used their improved hand control to create detailed artwork and write their own captions. I was amazed to see how confidently they held their pencils, formed letters, and added details to their drawings.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They were eager to explore and could not wait to use them. These hands-on tools have helped them develop stronger hand muscles, better coordination, and greater independence. Students who once struggled to hold scissors or pencils are now able to cut, write, and complete tasks with much more confidence and pride. They are more focused, engaged, and motivated to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are building the foundational skills they need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond. These materials are helping them become more confident learners, creative thinkers, and independent workers. Your support has made a lasting impact on their growth, and I am truly grateful for the opportunities you have given them.","fullyFundedDate":1766790622119,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-skills/9972236/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Skills!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10333446_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764748508254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10333446"},{"teacherId":5557495,"projectId":9901306,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our Books, Books, Books! library project a reality. Because of your generosity, our students now have access to a wide variety of engaging, high-interest books that they had been eager to read and explore. Having these fresh and exciting texts has allowed us to introduce important literacy skills such as comprehension, vocabulary growth, and critical thinking in ways that truly capture their curiosity. Many of the books were selected directly from student requests, which has made reading feel even more personal and meaningful to them.\r\n\r\nIn our school, reading has become even more dynamic. Students are regularly discussing stories with friends, and bringing their new favorites to class for show-and-tell. They are excited to read aloud, compare characters, and make real connections between the texts and their own lives. It's been especially heartwarming to see students who were previously reluctant readers now dive into books with enthusiasm and confidence.\r\n\r\nOne of our youngest readers recently told me, \"I didn't think like reading until I found this book!\" That moment perfectly captures the impact your support has had on our school community. 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The seating area is so much more comfortable and we're grateful for your support. \r\n\r\nMy classroom area is so much more relaxed and my students are so very excited about this area in the classroom! They know what to do and how to prepare for their center activities! They are also grateful for the calming materials for helping them to relax after they have completed their work! God bless!","fullyFundedDate":1762265205824,"projectUrl":"project/calming-minds/9729636/","projectTitle":"Calming Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gayle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5361787"},{"teacherId":9904579,"projectId":9958806,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our Pre-K students now have access to healthy snacks that truly make a difference in their day. For many of my students, these snacks help them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. Snack time has become a moment of comfort and connection, where children feel cared for and included. With full tummies, students are more engaged during lessons, participate more actively, and show improved behavior and concentration. Your kindness has helped create a nurturing classroom environment where learning can happen with love and support. Thank you for investing in our students' well-being and success.","fullyFundedDate":1765736078412,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-with-love-for-our-pre-k-classroom/9958806/","projectTitle":"Snacks With Love for Our Pre-K Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9904579_orig.jpg?crop=1729,1729,x339,y679&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737564837365","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9904579"},{"teacherId":9904579,"projectId":9845283,"letterContent":"Thank you for making our \"Comfy Reading Corner for Little Learners\" possible! Because of your generosity, my Pre-K students now have a cozy space where they can enjoy books, relax, and build early reading skills. We use the reading corner daily during center time, and students love choosing books, sitting comfortably, and sharing stories with friends.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new reading area, they were so excited and eager to explore the materials. The calm, welcoming space helps them stay engaged longer and feel confident as early readers. Moving forward, we will continue using the reading corner for independent reading, partner reading, and small-group lessons. Your support has made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1761872311131,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-reading-corner-for-little-learners/9845283/","projectTitle":"Comfy Reading Corner for Little Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9904579_orig.jpg?crop=1729,1729,x339,y679&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737564837365","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9904579"},{"teacherId":5557495,"projectId":9903517,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students now have access to a rich collection of engaging nonfiction books that have transformed how reading looks in our classroom. 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You can hear students saying things like, \"I learned...\" or \"This part explains why...,\" showing deeper engagement and understanding.\r\n\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, our students see reading not just as an assignment, but as a way to explore the world and learn about topics they truly care about. Thank you for helping make that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1764604242138,"projectUrl":"project/non-fiction-knowledge/9903517/","projectTitle":"Non-fiction Knowledge!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5557495_orig.jpg?crop=1169,1169,x0,y11&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691882344876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5557495"},{"teacherId":5557495,"projectId":9876968,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students now have access to a rich collection of engaging nonfiction books that have transformed how reading looks in our classroom. 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About this school
San Jose Elementary School is
an urban public school
in Jacksonville, Florida that is part of Duval County Public Schools.
It serves 937 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 17.0:1.
Its teachers have had 238 projects funded on 星空传媒.
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of students receive free or reduced price lunch
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education.
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76%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
Data about school demographics comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. The numbers in this chart may not add up to 100% because of limitations in the available data.
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San Jose Elementary School
$85,435
raised using 星空传媒
238
projects
funded
50
teachers
funded
434
donors
38
projects
for
basic supplies
29
projects for
technology
27
projects for
books
16
projects
for
art supplies
San Jose Elementary School has received support from
274 individuals from Florida and
160 individuals out-of-state.