As we kick off 2026, one of the most meaningful ways our community can make an immediate impact is by supporting our local classrooms. Teachers in Mountain House, Manteca, and Tracy go above and beyond every day—often using their own money to provide supplies, technology, and enrichment opportunities for their students.
This year, we’re shining a spotlight on five local teachers and inviting our community to help bring their classroom dreams to life through DonorsChoose.org.
Why DonorsChoose?
DonorsChoose is a trusted nonprofit that allows teachers to post specific classroom projects—everything from books and art supplies to STEM kits and flexible seating. Donors can see exactly where their money is going and how it will impact students.
✔ Projects are vetted and approved
✔ Donations can be as little as $5
✔ Many projects are matched or boosted by corporate partners
✔ You receive updates and photos when projects are fulfilled
It’s direct, transparent, and incredibly impactful.
Meet the Classrooms We’re Supporting
We’ve selected at random five local classrooms across Mountain House, Manteca, and Tracy that reflect the diverse needs of our community’s students. Each project supports hands-on learning, creativity, and student success.
🍎 Classroom #1 Manteca, Ca – A Carpet For Kindergarten
Grade/School: Nile Garden Elementary School
Grades PreK-2
Project Focus: Help me give my students a place to sit for phonics time and music time.
📐 Classroom #2 Mountain House, Ca – Helping Little Bodies Focus and Learn
Grade/School: Wicklund Elementary School
Grades PreK-2
Project Focus:Help me give my students flexible seating and essential supplies to create a comfortable, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where every child can focus, feel calm, and thrive.
🎨 Classroom #3 Tracy, Ca – Wiggles Welcome!
Grade/School: Art Freiler School
Grades PreK-2
Project Focus:Help me give my students flexible seating options that will allow them to pick a spot that works best for them, and help them stay engaged and take ownership of their learning.
🔬 Classroom #4 Tracy, Ca – Investigation: Does it sink or float?
Grade/School: Central Elementary School
Grades PreK-2
Project Focus: Help me give my students a hands-on, engaging, problem-solving task that will engage their minds!
💻 Classroom #5 Lathrop, Ca – Scholastic News-Capture Student Curiosity
Grade/School: Joseph Widmer Elementary School
Grades 3-5
Project Focus: Help me give my students Scholastic News magazine for an engaging way to learn about current events.
How You Can Help
Supporting a classroom is easy—and every dollar counts.
- Visit DonorsChoose.org
- Search by city (Mountain House, Manteca, Lathrop or Tracy)
- Choose a project that speaks to you
- Donate what you can and share with friends
Even small donations add up quickly when a community comes together.
Let’s Start 2026 by Giving Back
The New Year is about fresh starts, hope, and investing in the future—and our kids are the future. By supporting local teachers, we’re not just funding supplies; we’re funding confidence, creativity, and opportunity.
Let’s make 2026 the year our community shows up for our educators in a big way.
💛 Thank you for supporting local teachers and local students!
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