Mrs. Erin Keegan, Fourth Grade

“Through the generosity of donations I’m able to provide my students with hands-on learning experiences. Most specifically, my students benefit from a multitude of science experiments, class events, lunch with the teacher, school supplies and a fully-stocked classroom library. I am so appreciative.”

Mr. Ky Bach, Third Grade

“The generosity of the DSF speaks volumes! I use my grant funds for so many things that help support students’ needs, such as books, portfolios, spelling materials, composition notebooks, white boards, clip boards, pencil boxes, crayons, art supplies, science experiments, privacy boards, sensory tools, subscriptions and furniture. This generosity is one of many things that makes our community special.”

Mrs. Stacy Hernandez, Second Grade

“Through the DSF grant I am able to purchase new books, art materials and resources. We have a weekly subscription to Scholastic News for students to read both in class and at home. The second grade team uses DSF funds to maintain the monarch butterfly garden, a real-life connection to our science standards. Your generous donations make our school a special place to learn and grow.”

Mrs. Tamara Kindig, TK

“Donations through the DSF make many things possible. From construction paper to classroom and playground toys, we use our teacher grant to enhance learning for our students. Funding also helps our room parents create a fun classroom environment, hosting holiday and end-of-year parties and even enhancing our field day. Thank you for all you do!”

Mrs. Robyn Russell, Kindergarten

“Teachers are incredibly grateful to the DSF. Specifically in kindergarten we put funds towards classroom materials, educational resources, yearly phonemic programs, books and online programs. Funds also help us set up the classroom to make it a special place, and replace materials that are outdated.”

Mrs. Leslie Taylor, Third Grade

“The teachers at Dailard get so much support from DSF funds, from hands-on project and curriculum supplies to something as simple as pictures of the kids for our end-of-year portfolio. We’re able to go on field trips, buy equipment for recess and stock art supplies. And that’s just in the classroom! From a larger perspective, funding helps us have an art teacher and continue prioritizing the library.”

Mrs. Carlee Yanagi, Fourth Grade

“There are so many ways that the DSF funds help us. We are able to buy science materials, books, subscriptions, class decor, parent gifts, printer ink, hands-on activities, costumes for shows, crafts and games and so much more. Plus they help us with community events, parties, field trips and communication methods with families.”

Mrs. Kristen Zittle, Fifth Grade

“I would never be able to offer my 5th graders such fun educational and social activities without the support of the DSF. They fund the planners students use all year long, the computer programs we use in class and much, much more. I feel so privileged to have this kind of unwavering support.”