{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Edith Garehime Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":41.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6494455,"projectId":9555954,"letterContent":"Your generous donation has provided my students with new books that will help them to build a love of reading. We work hard in 5th grade to create a lifelong love of reading - and that starts with helping students find books that interest them - and books that inspire them to continue reading! \r\nThese new books will do just that! I selected a variety of books - easy readers, graphic novels, and advanced reading books. I hope that adding these books to my classroom library will help to create more passion for reading!","fullyFundedDate":1762267744981,"projectUrl":"project/start-5th-grade-off-right/9555954/","projectTitle":"Start 5th Grade Off Right","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kress","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6494455_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y33&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627609603551","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6494455"},{"teacherId":6494455,"projectId":9586703,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the kind and generous donations. My class and I truly appreciate it! They absolutely love the new books, and the file packets are really helping keep my resource students better organized when moving between classrooms! We spend part of each day in our flexible seating, and the students have loved bringing the new books into our flexible seating, and enjoying them in our \"coffee shop\" style moments. We have used out tally counter for several activities in the classroom, and it has really motivated the students!","fullyFundedDate":1758636630878,"projectUrl":"project/the-bullseye/9586703/","projectTitle":"The Bullseye!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kress","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6494455_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y33&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627609603551","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6494455"},{"teacherId":10043076,"projectId":9377388,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our project! Because of your kindness, our first graders now have a beautiful and comforting calming corner. This space has already made such a positive difference. Students use it to regulate their emotions, take mindful breaks, and return to learning feeling more focused and confident.\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just provide materials; it provided our students with a safe place to breathe, reset, and feel cared for. We are so grateful for the compassion you've shown our young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1755717359625,"projectUrl":"project/their-safe-place/9377388/","projectTitle":"Their Safe Place","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cailyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10043076_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x551,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755300501047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10043076"},{"teacherId":5958757,"projectId":9202930,"letterContent":"We've integrated the new resources into our daily routines and lessons in ways that have had an immediate impact. For example, during a recent writing workshop, students used the new pens and notebook paper to draft personal narratives. They were excited to have fresh materials that made their work feel important and official. The erasers and pencil-top erasers were especially helpful during peer editing sessions—students felt more confident making corrections and revisions, knowing they could easily correct mistakes. During a science group activity, students used the dry-erase markers on small whiteboards to brainstorm ideas and share findings with the class. The classroom doorbell has been a game-changer for transitions—when it rings, students know exactly what to do, and it has helped us maintain focus and flow throughout the day. Even the lunch bags are being used to keep center materials organized, which has improved overall classroom management and reduced distractions.\r\nThe students were thrilled when they first saw the new materials! Their faces lit up with excitement as we unboxed everything together. Many of them asked, \"Are these really for us?\" and were amazed by the variety of supplies. They immediately started using the erasers and pens, testing them out and even showing them off to their classmates. One student said, \"Now I don't have to worry about running out of paper during writing time!\" Another student was so excited about the classroom doorbell that they volunteered to practice transitions so that we could try it out. The excitement in the room was contagious, and the new resources have truly boosted their motivation and sense of ownership over their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746699617438,"projectUrl":"project/empower-learning-help-equip-our-classr/9202930/","projectTitle":"\"Empower Learning: Help Equip Our Classroom for Success!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruben","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5958757_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538938237702","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ronzone3rdgradeclass"},{"teacherId":9379034,"projectId":9284404,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generous donations that allowed us to receive a Cricut machine for our school. This gift has already made a meaningful impact across our school campus.\r\n\r\nIt has allowed us to create beautiful bulletin boards throughout our school as well as help create vibrant and personalized learning environments in our classrooms. It has also been been a valuable asset in saving time and producing professional-quality teaching materials, labels, and resources that support differentiated learning.\r\n\r\nAnd the benefits don't stop there! Having a Cricut machine has opened the window of imagination with endless capabilities. We have many projects on the horizon. Such as making our own school shirts and decorating upcoming school events.\r\n\r\nThank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1750935791903,"projectUrl":"project/crafting-brighter-futures-one-cricut-c/9284404/","projectTitle":"Crafting Brighter Futures — One Cricut Cut at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cyndie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9379034_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700882243210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9379034"},{"teacherId":9379034,"projectId":9567444,"letterContent":"We did it! And all thanks to all of you! \r\n\r\nThanks to your generous donations we were able to purchase a brand new inventory of children's books for our Early Childhood Inclusion preschool library.\r\n\r\nThese new books are helping our young learners by expanding access to new stories and knowledge, fostering a love of reading that helps create an inspiring, vibrant learning environment for our children. They have been having such a great time reading and viewing the new collection. And have been equally excited to act out the stories with matching plush toys. You have brought our imagination and library to life.\r\n\r\nWe are grateful for your kindness and support in nurturing the next generation of readers and thinkers. \r\n\r\nSo thank you to Kleenex and all of our other donors for supporting our fundraiser.","fullyFundedDate":1755904950896,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-bright-beginnings-help-us-bui/9567444/","projectTitle":"Books for Bright Beginnings: Help Us Build a Preschool Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cyndie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9379034_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700882243210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9379034"},{"teacherId":9379034,"projectId":9152910,"letterContent":"On behalf of the pre-K and Primary Special Education classes, thank you all so much for your generous donations and supporting our project. The raised funds allowed us to purchase several new wiggle roller coaster cars and scooters, a variety of new balls for football, soccer, basketball and handball, as well as frisbees and other misc. outdoor games and equipment. \r\n\r\nThe kids have been so excited receiving all the new toys and equipment with everyone wanting to be the first to try them out. The abundance has made it possible for all of our kiddos to have access to something to play with during recess, which brings lots of smiles. It has been a blessing to experience their joy first hand and to see them exceed in their development of their socialization and motor skills. \r\n\r\nLooking forward to the new memories, laughs and growth. Again, thank you for the tremendous blessing.","fullyFundedDate":1742933544978,"projectUrl":"project/playtime-for-everyone/9152910/","projectTitle":"Playtime for Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cyndie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9379034_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700882243210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9379034"},{"teacherId":8119312,"projectId":9205229,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my 2nd graders now have a reliable laptop that keeps our learning on track! In our classroom, we use technology every day for reading, math, and learning activities, but when a Chromebook wasn't working, it meant a student had to sit out and wait. Now, thanks to this new laptop, no one has to miss out we always have a backup ready to go!\r\n\r\nThe excitement on my students' faces when they realize they won't fall behind because of a tech issue is priceless. One of my students, who used to get frustrated when her Chromebook wouldn't work, now feels more confident knowing she has another option. Moments like these remind me how much of a difference your kindness has made.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping to create a classroom where every child can keep learning, no matter what. We appreciate you more than words can say!","fullyFundedDate":1742908982114,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-lifelong-learners-one-click-a/9205229/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Lifelong Learners, One Click at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aranda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8119312"},{"teacherId":4776665,"projectId":8825895,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of our project, Building Lifelong Readers: Early Chapter Books for 2nd Grade Success! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to engaging chapter books that are helping them grow as readers both in the classroom and at home.\r\n\r\nThese books have been instrumental in strengthening essential reading skills. Students are practicing fluency, decoding multisyllabic words, and building comprehension strategies like summarizing and making inferences. More importantly, they are developing a love for reading that will stay with them beyond second grade.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is an exciting and interactive experience. Students read their books during independent reading time, participate in book discussions with partners, and even take them home to share with their families. Having these books at their reading level has made a significant difference—students are more confident, engaged, and eager to read every day!\r\n\r\nOne student, Mia, was hesitant about reading longer books at the beginning of the year. Now, she proudly carries her chapter book around, eager to share what she's read. Another student, Jason, who struggled with fluency, is now reading aloud with expression and excitement, thanks to the extra practice he gets with these books at home. Moments like these remind me just how powerful access to great books can be.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting impact on my students' reading journey. Thank you for helping to build lifelong readers!","fullyFundedDate":1733943109384,"projectUrl":"project/building-lifelong-readers-early-chapte/8825895/","projectTitle":"\"Building Lifelong Readers: Early Chapter Books for 2nd Grade Success\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jurgens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4776665_orig.jpg?crop=450,450,x0,y94&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690783688040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4776665"},{"teacherId":4776665,"projectId":8764574,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generosity and support of my second-grade class at Edith Garehime Elementary! Your contributions to our \"Innovate and Create: STEM in Action\" project have truly transformed our classroom into an exciting space where curiosity, creativity, and hands-on learning come alive.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was palpable. My students' faces lit up with joy as they unpacked the kits, tools, and manipulatives. They immediately started brainstorming projects and couldn't wait to dive into activities like building structures, designing experiments, and exploring engineering challenges.\r\n\r\nWe're already seeing tremendous growth in their ability to collaborate and approach challenges with confidence. Up next, we're planning a project where students will create simple machines to solve everyday problems. These lessons are laying the foundation for a deeper understanding of science and engineering principles, and your support made this possible.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping my students dream big and think boldly. Your generosity is making a lasting impact on these young learners, and we are so grateful for your belief in our potential.","fullyFundedDate":1726936281948,"projectUrl":"project/innovate-and-create-stem-in-action/8764574/","projectTitle":"Innovate and Create: STEM in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jurgens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4776665_orig.jpg?crop=450,450,x0,y94&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690783688040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4776665"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_67075","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":597,"numTeachers":40,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":23,"percentWhite":23,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":34,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.8,"schoolId":67075,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Edith Garehime Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Edith Garehime Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/edith-garehime-elementary-school/67075"}