{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Alice Smith Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":42.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8120747,"projectId":10107392,"letterContent":"It has been so great having a teacher pay teachers gift card! As the new school year begins it has been fun to look for new resources to use in the classroom. \r\nWe were able to get resources to make our read aloud after lunch more engaging focusing on vocabulary and comprehension questions. We just finished Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume and it has been fun to hear our vocabulary discussion come into their own vocabulary and hear those words on the playground and in the lunch room. Next, we are going to read Frindle by Andrew Clements. We are excited to use our new resources to continue building vocabulary and comprehension. \r\nWe also were able to get new resources for building community inside our classroom with STEM activities. It was so fun to see the kids working together and building relationships with their new class mates.","fullyFundedDate":1780593357758,"projectUrl":"project/gift-card/10107392/","projectTitle":"Gift Card","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trotter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8120747_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690413882547","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8120747"},{"teacherId":3171834,"projectId":10218473,"letterContent":"I would like to send out a big shout out to you! I have been able to use the organizational boxes to oganize our centers. Students have easy access to our learning centers. They are able to take all of their learning materials to an open area of the room to get started learning. They're able to keep all of their materials orgainzed when they are cleaning up their materials to move on to their next learning activities. \r\n\r\nMy students absolutely love working with the games that you have provided to them. They build the most amazing structures with the magnectic building blocks. My students were so excited the first time they were able to use their new learning materials.","fullyFundedDate":1778039104439,"projectUrl":"project/learning-with-games/10218473/","projectTitle":"Learning with Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pierce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3171834_orig.jpg?crop=1515,1516,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683576841171","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3171834"},{"teacherId":8111722,"projectId":10246755,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for all the wonderful materials we received. My students cannot get enough of the magnetic blocks. They have used them to build amazing structures as well as use them during math. They use them to count, make patterns and create different shapes. They have really enjoyed using all the new building materials. It is so fun watching them play and listen to their conversations. These kids have amazing imaginations. they are building vocabulary and developing social skills while they play and build. Thank you for giving them the opportunity to have different materials to strengthen all these skills.","fullyFundedDate":1778465383711,"projectUrl":"project/building-imaginations/10246755/","projectTitle":"Building Imaginations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8111722"},{"teacherId":8120747,"projectId":10025653,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students have had opportunities to learn in ways that simply weren't possible before. The flexible seating options have transformed our classroom environment by giving students comfortable spaces where they can focus, collaborate, and do their best thinking. Having choices in where they learn has increased student engagement and ownership, creating a classroom that feels welcoming, inclusive, and designed for every learner.\r\n\r\nThe math manipulatives have made abstract concepts come alive. Students are building deeper mathematical understanding by using hands-on tools to explore, problem-solve, and explain their thinking with confidence. Our new chapter books have also sparked a love of reading, giving students access to engaging stories that encourage meaningful discussions, strengthen comprehension, and help them see themselves as lifelong readers.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their education. Your kindness has provided more than classroom supplies—it has created opportunities for curiosity, confidence, and growth every single day. My students and I are incredibly grateful for your generosity and the lasting impact you have made on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768674766072,"projectUrl":"project/reading-math-seating/10025653/","projectTitle":"Reading, Math & Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trotter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8120747_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690413882547","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8120747"},{"teacherId":4694884,"projectId":10200368,"letterContent":"A good day of learning truly starts with a good breakfast, and thanks to your generosity, my kindergarten students are now able to begin each morning nourished, comfortable, and ready to learn.\r\nThe breakfast trays you provided have made a meaningful difference in our daily routine. Students are able to safely and independently carry their meals, eat together in the classroom, and settle into a calm, structured start to the day. This has helped create a more focused, positive classroom environment where students feel secure and ready to engage.\r\nBeyond meeting a basic need, these trays have also helped my students build independence and responsibility. Even at such a young age, they are learning how to manage their materials, care for their space, and be part of a shared routine.\r\nIn addition, the shapes game folders have become a favorite part of our learning time. My kindergarteners are gaining confidence as they practice identifying and working with shapes in a hands-on, engaging way. These activities are helping strengthen foundational math skills while keeping learning fun and interactive.\r\nYour support has impacted both the hearts and minds of my students, ensuring they are fed, focused, and excited to learn each day. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where students can thrive from the very start of their morning.","fullyFundedDate":1776796854051,"projectUrl":"project/breakfast-trays/10200368/","projectTitle":"Breakfast Trays","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4694884_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632975754796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4694884"},{"teacherId":4694884,"projectId":10020349,"letterContent":"This project included several books that have been on my classroom wish list for quite some time, along with an 8-book A Little SPOT of Feelings collection that will become an important part of our daily routine. I loved reading these books to my students and having such great conversations with them. \r\n\r\nThe A Little SPOT of Feelings books were used during our morning meetings, when we focus on social-emotional learning, and throughout the school day whenever teachable moments arise. These stories help students identify and express their emotions, develop empathy, build friendships, practice kindness, and strengthen problem-solving skills. By giving children the language to understand their feelings and the feelings of others, these books help create a caring, respectful, and supportive classroom community.\r\n\r\nThe additional read-aloud books will enrich our classroom library, spark meaningful discussions, and encourage a lifelong love of reading. Thank you for helping provide my Kindergarten students with books that will support both their hearts and their minds. Your generosity will make a lasting impact on our classroom and on each young learner who walks through my door.","fullyFundedDate":1768778300889,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-spot-of-feelings-and-magical-ye/10020349/","projectTitle":"A Little Spot of Feelings and Magical Yet!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4694884_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632975754796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4694884"},{"teacherId":4694884,"projectId":10210240,"letterContent":"Thank you for investing in my students and believing in the power of learning through play. Your generosity has helped create a classroom where every child has the opportunity to explore, collaborate, and develop essential academic and life skills in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nWith these new board games, students will strengthen critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork while practicing patience, resilience, and good sportsmanship. These engaging experiences help build confidence and encourage students to support one another as they learn.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic building blocks will spark curiosity and creativity while introducing foundational STEM concepts such as geometry, balance, engineering, and spatial reasoning. As students design, build, and experiment, they will develop persistence, imagination, and a love of discovery.\r\n\r\nThe shelving unit will provide an organized, inviting space where students can easily access and care for these materials. A well-organized classroom encourages independence, responsibility, and smooth transitions, allowing more time for meaningful learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students will have daily opportunities to learn through hands-on experiences that make learning engaging, inclusive, and memorable. Your support is more than a donation—it is an investment in their confidence, creativity, and future success.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and our classroom community, thank you for making this opportunity possible. Your generosity will have a lasting impact that extends far beyond this school year.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our students learn, grow, and thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1777996682258,"projectUrl":"project/building-minds-at-play-games-blocks-a/10210240/","projectTitle":"Building Minds at Play: Games, Blocks, and Organized Learning Spaces","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4694884_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632975754796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4694884"},{"teacherId":1543056,"projectId":10020969,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding out classroom project. Our EL students have enjoyed using our new materials to learn. Their favorites are the sequencing cards and sorting bears. Students love building stories with the cards, and the bears help so much with tactile learning. Both have been used to develop oral language skills for students in kindergarten and first grade. The kindergarteners loved the bears of all different shapes and sizes. They thought they were playing, but they were actually learning! In addition, our new rolling whiteboard gives our team mobility to work in different rooms or the quad when necessary. This helps with direct instruction routines and students have the opportunity to write on it as well. \r\n\r\n We are also excited to use our snack supplies in our end of the year celebration for our students reaching their language proficiency goals. They will be part of a luncheon to celebrate exiting the EL program!","fullyFundedDate":1768711416047,"projectUrl":"project/success-for-our-el-department/10020969/","projectTitle":"Success for our EL Department","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Falls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1543056"},{"teacherId":10401307,"projectId":10005392,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. My students have really enjoyed making iReady necklaces to track their achievements. This has encouraged them to perform their very best each and every lesson as they are motivated to earn more beads and complete their necklaces. \r\nThe games and new Fun Friday materials have transformed our Friday fun time at the end of the day. These games have encouraged collaboration, teamwork, and sportsmanship among my students and have made them look forward to this time with each other all week long. \r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768180437593,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-and-classroom-furniture-upgra/10005392/","projectTitle":"Incentives and Classroom Furniture Upgrade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dominguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401307"},{"teacherId":4694884,"projectId":10003896,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our kindergarten classroom. Because of your kindness, our students now have headphones, wiggle stools, and whiteboards, all tools that are already making a meaningful difference in their daily learning.\r\n\r\nThe headphones are helping students stay focused during independent work and technology time, allowing each child to learn at their own pace without distractions. The wiggle stools have been a wonderful addition as well, giving our young learners a healthy way to move while staying engaged and attentive. And the whiteboards have quickly become a favorite, students are excited to practice writing, drawing, and sharing their ideas in a fun and interactive way.\r\n\r\nYour support is not just providing supplies, it's creating a more inclusive, engaging, and comfortable learning environment where every child can thrive. We are truly grateful for your investment in our students' growth and success.","fullyFundedDate":1768521724155,"projectUrl":"project/helllloooo-can-you-hear-me/10003896/","projectTitle":"Helllloooo--- Can You Hear Me?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4694884_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632975754796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4694884"},{"teacherId":8111722,"projectId":10017354,"letterContent":"My students and I are so grateful for all these wonderful and fun materials we have received. My students have especially enjoyed the social emotional book and plushies A Little Spot of Feelings. This book has opened the door to conversations about how they feel and why they feel that way. they have learned different ways to manage their emotions and talk about the best ways to deal with heavy emotions such as anger. It has really helped develop their self-awareness. Also, all the reading games and manipulatives have helped improve their reading skills. We are so grateful and would like to thank all the donors for making this happen.","fullyFundedDate":1768679044713,"projectUrl":"project/fun-with-reading-and-math/10017354/","projectTitle":"Fun With Reading and Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8111722"},{"teacherId":8106356,"projectId":7992931,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in providing our classroom with these new resources. These new incentives caught the eye of the students; they were very eager to earn these incentives as well as new learning tools. Seeing their faces light up was a powerful reminder of how much it means to them to know that people within and outside of our community are invested in their learning and success.\r\n\r\nWe have already put these resources to work through a hands-on project where students are collaborating to solve real-world problems. One particularly memorable moment occurred this week when a group of students, who previously struggled to stay engaged during a writing task, became suddenly attempting the task with a much more genuine effort. They spent the entire small group session fully engaged, thanks to you to the materials you provided for us. It has been inspiring to watch them grow as they realize they have the new and engaging learning tools and incentives necessary to bring their learning to the forefront. \r\n\r\n Your support has truly transformed our daily classroom experience, and we are so grateful for the opportunities you've opened up for these bright young minds. We hope that there will be new opportunities in the near future.","fullyFundedDate":1699228035159,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-for-those-who-deserve-it/7992931/","projectTitle":"Rewards for Those Who Deserve It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Aguilar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8106356"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_55251","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":547,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":27,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":57,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":1,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":57.3,"schoolId":55251,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Alice Smith Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Alice Smith Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/washoe-county-school-district/alice-smith-elementary-school/55251"}