{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Coral Academy of Science - Eastgate","outOfStateSupporters":17.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9277425,"projectId":10046914,"letterContent":"Our students are absolutely thrilled with the \"Tap, Hear, Read! iPad Phonics for Kindergarten\" project! This technology has brought phonics to life in a way that is interactive, engaging, and meaningful for our young learners.\r\n\r\nThe iPad allows students to tap, hear, and practice letter sounds and word building at their own pace. This immediate feedback helps strengthen their understanding of phonics skills, especially blending sounds and recognizing sight words. It has been especially helpful for students who need extra support, as they can practice independently while still receiving guidance through the program.\r\n\r\nWhat excites the students the most is the hands-on, game-like experience. They love being able to interact with the screen, hear the sounds, and see their progress in real time. Learning feels like play, which keeps them motivated and eager to participate.\r\n\r\nI've seen some of my quieter and more hesitant learners truly shine with this technology. Students who were once unsure about reading are now more confident and willing to try. They are excited to use the iPad and often ask for more time to practice. It has helped build not only their skills but also their confidence as learners.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity and for making this meaningful learning experience possible. Your support is truly making a difference in our classroom! 💛","fullyFundedDate":1769134935079,"projectUrl":"project/tap-hear-read-ipad-phonics-for-kinder/10046914/","projectTitle":"Tap, Hear, Read! iPad Phonics for Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DOMINGO","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9277425_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742513602905","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9277425"},{"teacherId":8212399,"projectId":9993909,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation and support of our classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact on my students and our learning environment.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, my class now has access to resources that help make learning more engaging and effective each day. For example, students are able to use hands on materials during reading and math centers, work together on interactive activities, and stay excited about coming to class ready to learn. These resources have helped increase student participation, collaboration, and confidence.\r\n\r\nYour support truly makes a difference, and my students and I are incredibly grateful for your generosity. Thank you for investing in their education and helping them succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768101130992,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-to-inspire-and-engage/9993909/","projectTitle":"Supplies to Inspire and Engage","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodgers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8212399_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776183977746","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8212399"},{"teacherId":8958370,"projectId":10011243,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for \"Supporting our Learning and Creativity\" project. Because of your generosity, my students have had access to markers, pens, googly eyes, chalk markers, magnetic kits, copper tape, double-sided tape, and many other creative supplies that have truly transformed our classroom experience. These materials have allowed us to bring learning to life in ways that are both engaging and meaningful. From exploring symmetry by completing half-portraits to designing pirate-themed geometry treasure maps filled with polygons, students were able to connect math concepts with creativity. The magnetic fraction tiles were especially impactful, helping students visualize and build equivalent fractions with confidence, while our hands-on science activities with magnets deepened their understanding of force, attraction, and repulsion.\r\n\r\nMy students have been incredibly excited and grateful for these opportunities, and their voices truly reflect the impact of your support. One student shared, \"I like math more now because we get to draw and create while learning.\" Another said, \"The treasure map project made me feel like a real explorer using shapes!\" During our Women's Day project, students proudly researched and created posters of inspiring women, with one student commenting, \"I didn't know so many amazing women changed the world—I want to be like them.\" These moments show how your contributions have not only supported academic growth but also inspired confidence, curiosity, and joy in learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are excited to continue expanding our project-based learning approach with several engaging projects in the pipeline. We plan to explore the forces of flight by designing and testing our own paper airplanes, as well as work on a community mapping project that integrates social studies and research skills. In math, students will create both a 3D city and a geometric city to strengthen their understanding of volume and spatial concepts. Additionally, we are especially excited to incorporate a new STEM project where students will create paper circuits using copper tape and LED lights. This hands-on activity will introduce basic electrical concepts while allowing students to combine creativity with engineering design. Your support has made it possible for us to dream bigger and plan richer learning experiences, and we are truly grateful for the lasting impact you have made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768341439984,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-learning-and-creativity/10011243/","projectTitle":"Support Our Learning and Creativity!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gupta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8958370_orig.jpg?crop=608,608,x14,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698794662965","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8958370"},{"teacherId":8136586,"projectId":10006648,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. Because of you my class has been happily using the stem building items. We have been able to get stem bin items for my class to use. They have used the Legos, blocks, and magnetic tiles to help expand their science and stem learning. Through hands on project based learning, my students have been able to work on mathematics like perimeter and area, social studies like community buildings, and science. We have learned so much and will continue to grow and build throughout the year.","fullyFundedDate":1768182398956,"projectUrl":"project/3rd-grade-stem-learning-made-easy/10006648/","projectTitle":"3rd Grade Stem Learning Made Easy!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8136586_orig.jpg?crop=676,676,x0,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656532869301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8136586"},{"teacherId":8116307,"projectId":9992270,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution to my project. Your support is not just a donation—it is a meaningful investment in an idea that I care deeply about, and it brings me one step closer to turning that vision into reality.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I am able to make meaningful and individualized learning materials for my students and help them engage with their progress in speech in a more fun and exciting way. Your belief in this project serves as both encouragement and motivation, reminding me that this work matters and that it resonates beyond just myself.\r\n\r\nEvery contribution, no matter the size, has a real and lasting impact. Yours is part of the foundation that makes progress possible, and I am truly thankful to have you as part of this journey.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness, your trust, and your support—it genuinely means more than words can fully express.","fullyFundedDate":1768104775651,"projectUrl":"project/their-voices-matter-help-empower-our-st/9992270/","projectTitle":"Their Voices Matter: Help Empower Our Students' Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reese","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8116307"},{"teacherId":9134870,"projectId":10011176,"letterContent":"I am a K-5 Art/STEAM educator. This year I planned for each grade level to study a specific element of Chinese culture whether it was ancient Ming pottery, architecture, landscape, lanterns, and then created artwork and projects to display. \r\n The funds helped to purchase materials to build simple circuits as well as supplies to make lanterns. My fifth grade classes were thrilled to learn that they were able to construct Chinese lanterns and have them light up by making circuits! The funds also helped to purchase model magic and clay. My students don't often have the chance to work with clay, so they could not wait to learn all the different techniques to make dragons and dragon eyes. All of the final projects were displayed in my schools' hallway for parents and students to view during our multicultural night.","fullyFundedDate":1768525843697,"projectUrl":"project/happy-lunar-new-year-steam-projects/10011176/","projectTitle":"Happy Lunar New Year-STEAM Projects","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hamilton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9134870_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690941764200","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9134870"},{"teacherId":8452322,"projectId":9993099,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our classroom, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of school supplies. Your kindness and support have made a meaningful difference in our classroom and in the lives of my students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, my students now have the tools they need to learn, create, and grow with confidence. For many of them, having these supplies removes barriers and allows them to focus on what matters most learning and exploring their potential.\r\n\r\nYour generosity reminds our students that their community believes in them and cares about their education. That message is incredibly powerful, and it inspires them to work harder and dream bigger.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our classroom and helping make education a little brighter for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768145900760,"projectUrl":"project/art-as-a-pathway-to-student-learning/9993099/","projectTitle":"Art as a Pathway to Student Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aguirre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8452322"},{"teacherId":10400509,"projectId":10001890,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Hands-On STEM: Build, Code, and Focus. These resources have made a real difference in our STEM lab. Our younger students especially love the magnetic tiles and use them to design towers, bridges, and all kinds of creative structures while learning about balance and engineering concepts.\r\n\r\nOur 3rd–5th graders have been working in small groups coding the Artie 3000 robot. Many of them already had a foundation from Code.org, and it has been really rewarding to see them apply those skills in a new way by coding outside of that platform. Watching their code come to life as the robot draws and moves has been a highlight for many students.\r\n\r\nThe classroom headphones have also been cherished by students and help them stay focused during digital activities. I have labeled and numbered each set so students can take responsibility for caring for them, and so far none have been broken—which is a big accomplishment considering the STEM lab serves every student in the building each week. Thank you for supporting my students and helping make hands-on STEM \r\nlearning possible.","fullyFundedDate":1768169627727,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-stem-build-code-and-focus/10001890/","projectTitle":"Hands-On STEM: Build, Code, and Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yarnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10400509_orig.jpg?crop=995,995,x157,y157&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767983693951","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400509"},{"teacherId":10398668,"projectId":9989853,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support! My K–3 small groups now have their own All-In-One Magnetic Phonics Kits, which we use daily to practice letter sounds and build words. One student who is usually easily distracted becomes fully engaged with the magnets, and a kindergarten student is making stronger visual connections by manipulating the letters. These hands on tools have increased focus, participation, and confidence during our lessons.\r\nMy students were excited to have materials of their own and often express gratitude knowing these kits were donated for them. These kits are helping them see themselves as capable learners.","fullyFundedDate":1768060778109,"projectUrl":"project/helping-every-child-discover-the-joy-of/9989853/","projectTitle":"Helping Every Child Discover the Joy of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Munoz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10398668_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768281092112","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10398668"},{"teacherId":8572841,"projectId":9484700,"letterContent":"Thank you so much. The students loved the book so much! During our reading period everyone was silently reading in their favorite places around the room. Many students asked to take them home and with several copies I was able to allow this! I even had a few who finished quickly and started in on the rest of the series!\r\nWe compared and contrasted Doon and Lina's experiences in the City. We did an experiment with turbine energy. We even discussed the morality of the Founders choice not tell the citizens the truth of why they built the city. We finished off the book with a viewing of the film. The stark differences had students rapidly scribbling notes about what was lost in the translation! They enjoyed this novel study massively.","fullyFundedDate":1755746308992,"projectUrl":"project/growing-readers-with-the-city-of-ember/9484700/","projectTitle":"Growing Readers With The City of Ember","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Riddle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8572841_orig.png?crop=1505,1505,x293,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768056620418","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-hawken1"},{"teacherId":9277425,"projectId":9198306,"letterContent":"The new technology has made a big difference in our classroom! The printer allows me to create engaging and colorful learning materials, such as worksheets, anchor charts, and visual aids, that support different learning styles. The speakers make lessons more interactive by allowing students to enjoy educational songs, read-alouds, and videos that enhance comprehension and focus. Having easy access to these tools keeps lessons dynamic and helps students stay motivated and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nMy students are most excited about seeing their own work printed and displayed around the classroom—it gives them a sense of pride and ownership in their learning! They also love listening to music and stories through the new speakers, which make transitions and group activities more enjoyable and engaging. It truly brings the classroom to life.\r\n\r\nMy quieter students, who might not always participate verbally, have become more engaged through the use of music, sounds, and visual materials made possible by the printer and speakers. They're more eager to share their printed work and participate in class discussions. It's been wonderful to see how the technology helps every student—especially those who learn best through visual and auditory experiences—shine in their own unique ways.","fullyFundedDate":1743034183495,"projectUrl":"project/creative-classroom-tech-printing-soun/9198306/","projectTitle":"Creative Classroom Tech: Printing & Sound for Young Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DOMINGO","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9277425_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742513602905","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9277425"},{"teacherId":8572841,"projectId":8357638,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my 5th-grade students at Eastgate were able to experience learning in a completely new way with the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9. This tablet quickly became an essential part of our classroom toolkit. One of the biggest game changers was the ability to wirelessly cast lessons to our Smartboard. I used it daily to navigate digital lessons while moving around the room, keeping students focused and engaged. The tablet also allowed us to access McGraw Hill's Augmented Reality features in our social studies and science units—suddenly, explorers, ecosystems, and even the solar system felt like they were right there in the classroom with us!\r\n\r\nWhat excited my students most was how interactive and hands-on learning became. They especially loved using the tablet during our \"Earth's Place in the Universe\" PLTW module to explore AR models of the planets and moon phases. One student who usually stayed quiet during discussions began volunteering to help set up the tablet and lead AR demos—beaming with confidence. Even students who typically struggle with attention stayed locked in during these lessons. Your support helped create those moments of connection and excitement, and I'm so grateful to you for making that possible for my class.","fullyFundedDate":1720914786355,"projectUrl":"project/tech-adventures-exploreing-with-the-gala/8357638/","projectTitle":"Tech Adventures Exploreing With the Galaxy Tablet in Class!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Riddle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8572841_orig.png?crop=1505,1505,x293,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768056620418","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-hawken1"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_131130","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":581,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":23,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":22,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":35,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 7","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":82.1,"schoolId":131130,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Coral Academy of Science - Eastgate on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Coral Academy of Science - Eastgate","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/nevada-department-of-education/coral-academy-of-science-eastgate/131130"}