{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dusty Dickens Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":55.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10412173,"projectId":10040228,"letterContent":"Here we are almost 3 months after our request and receipt of the amazing books including My Hero Academia, Stranger Things, DC Comic Collection, Hooky, Cat Kid Comic Collection, Astrid & Stella, A Little Spot Of Emotion and so many others and the response by our students has been AMAZING! \r\n\r\nIn particular the My Hero Academia and Stranger Things books alone have been hard to keep on the shelves with at any one time all of them being checked out so that we are exploring the possibility of getting extra copies! As of this date, only 4 of the 30 volumes of the My Hero Academia are available to check out and none of the Stranger Things!\r\n\r\nWe are using the A Little Spot Of Emotions as well as the Newmark Learning books with our younger students (Kindergarten and 1st Grade), envisioning more use of these at the beginning of the next school year and have also used The Kids' Book Of Diversity during the month of April to celebrate Diversity Month.\r\n\r\nOnce again thank you all!","fullyFundedDate":1768770868666,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-for-our-school/10040228/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels For Our School","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. joel patrick berger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10412173"},{"teacherId":9349400,"projectId":9992597,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the kindness to give to my classroom. Having the storage in the room allows my students to have an organized learning space. They love the colors of their bins, and enjoy having their names on them. It truly means the world that you were able to support not only me, but my students. Everything has truly made such a difference in the classroom. \r\nSince I am new to being in first grade, I did not have all the materials for a primary classroom. I was stressed that I didn't have what the students needed in order to be successful. Having the storage has truly made a world of difference. Thank you so much once more!","fullyFundedDate":1768089473758,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-storage-system/9992597/","projectTitle":"Classroom Storage System","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pash","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349400"},{"teacherId":8156820,"projectId":10008840,"letterContent":"Our class greatly appreciates your donation to our project. The students were thankful for the items, which we used to enhance their engagement and learning. As a result, many students made significant progress in both reading and math.\r\n\r\nYour generosity truly made a difference, and we are grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nIncentives for students played an important role in engaging them in daily learning. Students are more motivated to participate and share in their day-to-day education.\r\n\r\nThank you again for all you do!","fullyFundedDate":1768229925701,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-for-students/10008840/","projectTitle":"Incentives for Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Moussa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8156820_orig.jpg?crop=1835,1836,x0,y73&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635379095568","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8156820"},{"teacherId":8540799,"projectId":10042045,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, our space has become more organized, comfortable, and engaging for my students, and it has truly made a difference in their daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the new resources every single day. The small group dry erase circles have been a game changer during math and reading rotations. My students love being able to quickly write, solve, and share their thinking without the pressure of paper. One of my favorite moments was during a math lesson when students were eagerly showing their work on their boards, explaining their thinking, and even helping each other correct mistakes in real time. It created such a collaborative and supportive learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe standing whiteboard has also become a student favorite. I've been using it for small group instruction, and students are more engaged because they can come up, interact, and actively participate in their learning. It has made small group time feel more interactive and exciting.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were beyond excited. The throw pillows immediately made our classroom feel more like a welcoming and safe space, and students couldn't wait to use them during independent reading time. The hooks for backpacks and drawer organizers have helped us stay so much more organized, which has made transitions smoother and reduced distractions. Even the clock/timer has helped students stay on track and build better time management skills.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we are able to continue building strong routines and meaningful learning experiences. Our next steps include continuing small group rotations where students use the dry erase circles to practice skills, explain their thinking, and build confidence. We are also working on collaborative problem-solving, where students will use the whiteboard and materials to work together and present their ideas.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only provided materials, but it has created opportunities for my students to feel excited, comfortable, and confident in their learning. Thank you for being a part of our classroom and making a difference in the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1769050678329,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-classroom-where-every-student/10042045/","projectTitle":"Building a Classroom Where Every Student Thrives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8540799_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768965480788","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8540799"},{"teacherId":6715667,"projectId":10011573,"letterContent":"On behalf of our Dickens Discoverers, I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for your generous contribution toward our new Bambu 3D printer. This tool has transformed our MakerSpace and STEM Club activities by bringing our students' design ideas to life. \r\n\r\nYour gift enables our students to practice the full engineering lifecycle, from initial sketches and 3D modeling with Tinkercad to design analysis and iterative refinement. You have provided these students with confidence. When a student holds a physical object that existed only in their mind, their perspective on what they can achieve changes forever. You haven't just funded a piece of hardware - you've funded the next generation of engineers, artists, and problem-solvers.","fullyFundedDate":1768531700630,"projectUrl":"project/dimensions-of-discovery-bring-ideas-to/10011573/","projectTitle":"Dimensions of Discovery: Bring Ideas to Life in 3D","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6715667_orig.jpg?crop=1419,1419,x232,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705100891826","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6715667"},{"teacherId":417522,"projectId":9996923,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to growth mindset décor, figurative language posters, and an iPad with an Apple Pencil that will make a meaningful difference in their learning every day.\r\n\r\nMy students are already benefiting from a more positive and encouraging classroom environment where they are reminded to persevere and believe in themselves. The figurative language posters are helping them better understand and use academic vocabulary, strengthening both their reading comprehension and writing. The iPad and Apple Pencil are allowing for more interactive lessons, real-time modeling, and engaging learning experiences that meet the diverse needs of my students.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping my students build confidence, take academic risks, and grow as learners. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and for investing in our classroom. Thank you for making a lasting impact on my students' education!","fullyFundedDate":1768750366617,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-literacy-growth-with-visuals/9996923/","projectTitle":"Supporting Literacy Growth with Visuals, Mindset, and Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mangino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp417522_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633713180429","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emilytensley"},{"teacherId":8141179,"projectId":10040251,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation of supplies to our kindergarten classroom. Your kindness and support have made a meaningful difference in creating a warm, engaging, and well-equipped learning environment for our students. Because of your contribution, our children have access to the materials they need to explore, create, and grow each day. It truly brings joy to see their excitement as they use these new resources in their learning activities.\r\n\r\nYour generosity not only supports their education but also reminds us of the power of community and compassion. On behalf of our students and our classroom, thank you for investing in their future and helping us make learning a fun and enriching experience. We deeply appreciate your support and the positive impact you have made.","fullyFundedDate":1768772706661,"projectUrl":"project/better-small-groups-better-learners/10040251/","projectTitle":"Better Small Groups, Better Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Robles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8141179_orig.jpg?crop=963,964,x0,y118&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634701961786","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8141179"},{"teacherId":6651040,"projectId":10043248,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your wonderful generosity! When my students saw all the materials arriving they were so excited and couldn't wait to see what was in all the boxes.\r\nThe first project they did was write an opinion piece about their favorite American symbol. After they wrote their opinion piece, they were able to use the construction paper and colored paper to create that American symbol. They turned out great!\r\nThe second project was for reading week. They had to retell the story Chicken Little and create the beginning, middle, and end using construction paper and colored paper. They were so proud of their work.","fullyFundedDate":1768872953949,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-creative/10043248/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Creative!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bratland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6651040"},{"teacherId":6438290,"projectId":9993250,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom is filled with new tools that spark imagination, build confidence, and support hands-on learning every single day. My second graders are already diving into their new supplies with excitement — creating, exploring, and growing in ways that simply wouldn't have been possible without you.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, there is nothing more powerful than watching students light up when they have the resources they need. Your kindness has created opportunities for creativity, collaboration, and academic success that will have a lasting impact on each child.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our future. Your support truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1768766968772,"projectUrl":"project/creative-classroom-supplies-to-inspire-2/9993250/","projectTitle":"Creative Classroom Supplies to Inspire 2nd Grade Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Borner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6438290_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1560656484813","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/z-borner"},{"teacherId":3272275,"projectId":9996699,"letterContent":"Donating classroom supplies to a 2nd-grade classroom creates a more equitable and engaging learning environment by ensuring every student has the tools they need to succeed, regardless of their financial background. These contributions provide essential materials for hands-on activities, such as Teaching Tools or science projects like Grow a Grass Head, which help 7- and 8-year-olds transition from abstract concepts to concrete understanding. Furthermore, donations alleviate the heavy financial burden on teachers who often pay for essentials out-of-pocket, allowing them to focus their resources on specialized Reading and Math Resources. By maintaining a well-stocked and organized space, donations reduce distractions and foster a sense of pride and focus among students as they build foundational literacy and numeracy skills.","fullyFundedDate":1768416392451,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-supplies-to-make-learning-fun/9996699/","projectTitle":"We Need Supplies to Make Learning Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dhawan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3272275_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y90&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699025198640","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3272275"},{"teacherId":9160683,"projectId":10030330,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. The stools, dry erase markers for small groups, and push lights have already made a meaningful difference in our learning environment. From the moment students saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. They felt proud, valued, and eager to use the resources, and it was clear that they understood these tools were provided by people who believe in them.\r\n\r\nWe are using the stools to create flexible, collaborative learning spaces where students can comfortably work together and stay focused. The dry erase markers have increased participation and allow students to actively share their thinking in small groups, while the push lights have added a fun and engaging way for students to communicate and stay involved. These resources are helping build confidence, independence, and teamwork in our classroom. In addition to these, my rolling desk has made it possible for me to be more mobile with my teacher materials.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward with upcoming lessons and projects, these materials will continue to support student collaboration, discussion, and active engagement. Your generosity has truly enhanced our classroom experience, and we are so grateful for your investment in our students' growth and success.","fullyFundedDate":1768776704521,"projectUrl":"project/collaborative-learning/10030330/","projectTitle":"Collaborative Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valenzuela","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9160683"},{"teacherId":325051,"projectId":10043254,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all the amazing materials for my kindergarten students! It was like Christmas morning every time a box was delivered. My class is still thinking of all the things they can create to help them learn in kindergarten. \r\nMy students have already begun using so many of the materials that we have received. They are using their new whiteboards to take notes during reading and then sharing their notes with their partners. They are also using them to create decomposing equations to match their digital work on their Chromebooks. \r\nOur next project will be to create our own books using all the different color paper we received. Our first book will be a narrative about creative characters!\r\nThank you again for your generous gift to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768873900810,"projectUrl":"project/sharing-our-ideas/10043254/","projectTitle":"Sharing Our Ideas!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bratland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp325051_orig.png?crop=271,271,x619,y522&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634525265802","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/325051"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_94071","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":775,"numTeachers":48,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":32,"percentWhite":11,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":43,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":44.3,"schoolId":94071,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Dusty Dickens Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Dusty Dickens Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/dusty-dickens-elementary-school/94071"}