{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ira J Earl Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":58.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8114350,"projectId":9931363,"letterContent":"Thanks to you, the impact of this project has gone beyond the basics. Self-care is about staying clean and feeling ready to learn. These essential items enhanced the social emotional learning climate in my 2nd-grade classroom. Instead of being distracted by an itchy scalp or messy hair after a windy recess, students now have the tools to reset. \r\nWhen their bodies feel good, their brains are ready for Phonics and Math. Every student has access to the same essentials, removing the stressors that come with hygiene challenges on warm and perspiring days. They're more confident and independently responsible. \r\nThey compare notes in the mornings and discuss how they put their new hand mirrors, combs, brushes, shampoos, and conditioners to good use.\r\nThank you for your support of our \"hygiene huddle\" and for investing in the well-being of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1765466080041,"projectUrl":"project/hygiene-huddle-empowering-2nd-graders-w/9931363/","projectTitle":"Hygiene Huddle: Empowering 2nd Graders with Self-Care Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Ramos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8114350_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633423263119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-ramos-lasvegas"},{"teacherId":6330385,"projectId":9995123,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for this thoughtful gift. These items have allowed us to create additional centers in our classroom that work on fine motor skills and has enhanced our science center. \r\n\r\nWith the additional set of headphones now multiple students are able to listen to compelling stories and dance to their favorite educational songs. When the students realized that they could join their friends in the listening center they were ecstatic. \r\n\r\nThe playdoh has allowed our students to build fine motor skills in addition to working on learning colors. We are so grateful for your generous contribution to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768136688116,"projectUrl":"project/pre-k-all-the-way/9995123/","projectTitle":"Pre-K All the Way!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6330385_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768161190725","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-ramospk"},{"teacherId":7561446,"projectId":9989925,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom is transforming into a place where curiosity is celebrated and possibilities feel endless. Your support for STEM books has done far more than add titles to our shelves — it has opened doors for our students to see themselves as scientists, engineers, problem-solvers, and innovators.\r\n\r\nIn our third-grade classroom, many students are English Language Learners in a Title I school setting. Access to high-quality, engaging STEM literature is not just helpful — it is essential. These books provide rich vocabulary, real-world context, and visual supports that help students build language skills while exploring exciting concepts in science, technology, engineering, and math. When students read about robotics, ecosystems, inventors, space exploration, or simple machines, they are not only learning content; they are developing confidence in understanding academic language.\r\n\r\nSince adding these STEM books to our classroom library, the change has been immediate and inspiring. Students who once hesitated to pick up nonfiction are now eagerly flipping through pages about volcanoes, coding, weather patterns, and famous scientists. During independent reading time, I see small groups gathered together, pointing at diagrams, discussing experiments, and asking thoughtful questions. These conversations are building both literacy and collaboration skills.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, these books provide their first exposure to careers in STEM fields. Representation matters deeply. When students read about diverse scientists and engineers who look like them or share similar backgrounds, they begin to imagine new futures for themselves. They start to say things like, \"I want to invent something,\" or \"I could be an engineer.\" Those statements reflect a powerful shift in self-belief.\r\n\r\nSTEM books also strengthen critical thinking. Informational texts encourage students to analyze diagrams, interpret data, compare solutions, and ask deeper questions. Instead of simply memorizing facts, students are learning how to think like scientists — observing carefully, forming hypotheses, and seeking evidence. These habits of mind will support them far beyond third grade.\r\n\r\nFor English Language Learners especially, STEM literature provides meaningful context for vocabulary development. Words like \"experiment,\" \"hypothesis,\" \"adaptation,\" and \"innovation\" become part of everyday classroom conversation. The visuals, captions, and real-world connections make complex ideas accessible and engaging. Students are building academic language in an authentic and empowering way.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has also helped create excitement around reading itself. When students are fascinated by a topic — whether it's outer space, animals, coding, or inventors — they are motivated to read more. Increased engagement leads to stronger fluency, comprehension, and overall academic growth. The books you helped provide are not sitting on shelves; they are being explored, discussed, and loved.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your donation communicates to our students that their education matters. It shows them that people beyond our classroom believe in their potential. That message alone builds confidence and pride.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our young learners. Because of you, our classroom is filled with wonder, discovery, and the belief that every child can succeed in STEM. Your impact will continue to shape their learning journey for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1768062550148,"projectUrl":"project/stem-prizes-and-flexible-seating/9989925/","projectTitle":"STEM, Prizes, and Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dewan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7561446_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693704061320","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7561446"},{"teacherId":7561446,"projectId":9686368,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom is transforming into a place where curiosity is celebrated and possibilities feel endless. Your support for STEM books has done far more than add titles to our shelves — it has opened doors for our students to see themselves as scientists, engineers, problem-solvers, and innovators.\r\n\r\nIn our third-grade classroom, many students are English Language Learners in a Title I school setting. Access to high-quality, engaging STEM literature is not just helpful — it is essential. These books provide rich vocabulary, real-world context, and visual supports that help students build language skills while exploring exciting concepts in science, technology, engineering, and math. When students read about robotics, ecosystems, inventors, space exploration, or simple machines, they are not only learning content; they are developing confidence in understanding academic language.\r\n\r\nSince adding these STEM books to our classroom library, the change has been immediate and inspiring. Students who once hesitated to pick up nonfiction are now eagerly flipping through pages about volcanoes, coding, weather patterns, and famous scientists. During independent reading time, I see small groups gathered together, pointing at diagrams, discussing experiments, and asking thoughtful questions. These conversations are building both literacy and collaboration skills.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, these books provide their first exposure to careers in STEM fields. Representation matters deeply. When students read about diverse scientists and engineers who look like them or share similar backgrounds, they begin to imagine new futures for themselves. They start to say things like, \"I want to invent something,\" or \"I could be an engineer.\" Those statements reflect a powerful shift in self-belief.\r\n\r\nSTEM books also strengthen critical thinking. Informational texts encourage students to analyze diagrams, interpret data, compare solutions, and ask deeper questions. Instead of simply memorizing facts, students are learning how to think like scientists — observing carefully, forming hypotheses, and seeking evidence. These habits of mind will support them far beyond third grade.\r\n\r\nFor English Language Learners especially, STEM literature provides meaningful context for vocabulary development. Words like \"experiment,\" \"hypothesis,\" \"adaptation,\" and \"innovation\" become part of everyday classroom conversation. The visuals, captions, and real-world connections make complex ideas accessible and engaging. Students are building academic language in an authentic and empowering way.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has also helped create excitement around reading itself. When students are fascinated by a topic — whether it's outer space, animals, coding, or inventors — they are motivated to read more. Increased engagement leads to stronger fluency, comprehension, and overall academic growth. The books you helped provide are not sitting on shelves; they are being explored, discussed, and loved.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your donation communicates to our students that their education matters. It shows them that people beyond our classroom believe in their potential. That message alone builds confidence and pride.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our young learners. Because of you, our classroom is filled with wonder, discovery, and the belief that every child can succeed in STEM. Your impact will continue to shape their learning journey for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1758289480936,"projectUrl":"project/stem-books-for-all/9686368/","projectTitle":"STEM Books for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dewan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7561446_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693704061320","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7561446"},{"teacherId":10412944,"projectId":10042622,"letterContent":"I wanted to truly thank you for the iPad you sent to our classroom. They quickly became one of the most used tools in our day, especially during reading and intervention time.\r\nI have several students who struggle with reading. Before, some of them would shut down after a few sentences because they were unsure of the words. Now they use the iPad to listen to the story first, then try reading it themselves. One of my quietest students now asks if he can \"try again\" after hearing the model reading. That never happened before.\r\nDuring intervention, the iPad helps students practice phonics and sight words privately, which protects their confidence. They don't feel different, they feel successful. I've seen students who avoided reading volunteers to read with a partner after practicing on the iPad.\r\nWriting has changed too. Students use speech-to-text and can finally get their thoughts onto the page without getting stuck on spelling. \r\nWe also use the iPad during science. Students research simple topics and then explain the concepts to their group. Some of my struggling readers become the \"experts\" because they can replay information and prepare what they want to say. It's been amazing to watch their confidence grow not just in reading, but in speaking and leading.\r\nBecause of you, intervention time no longer feels like a struggle it feels like progress.\r\nThank you for helping my students believe they can do it.","fullyFundedDate":1768858047824,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-science-and-reading-through-te/10042622/","projectTitle":"Exploring Science and Reading Through Technology: iPad for Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DOMINGUEZ","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10412944"},{"teacherId":3141052,"projectId":10000895,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for choosing us to donate to. Our students are loving having the ability to play games in a small group setting with zero technology involved.\r\n It is so nice to see older kids having conversations and learning how to truly play games and converse with one another. \r\nOur students are benefitting by wanting to attend school on a daily basis and we have seen our chronic absenteeism go down 7% from a year ago to today. Thank you again for the continued support. Our students and I truly appreciate your contribution to our community.","fullyFundedDate":1768342242880,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-devices-off/10000895/","projectTitle":"Hands On, Devices Off","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prater","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3141052_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1549642326873","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3141052"},{"teacherId":10402083,"projectId":10009255,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project! The headphones and over-the-door storage for them are a perfect addition to the classroom and have helped to keep the headphones better organized and stored appropriately. Students can quickly see if a cord is not in the headphone pocket and neatly wrap the cord up. The two 7-tier carts are a nice improvement to weekly papers. One is used for reading assignments for students to complete throughout the week, and the other cart is used for the weekly math assignments. The books have been a huge success for my students, who are still learning how to read on grade level, and they are getting students engaged and excited to learn how to read more fluently. Finally, students are loving the rewards they can earn for passing daily assignments. The pencils, desk pets, and rainbow scratch paper are a big hit and have increased student engagement and success in the classroom. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768244182249,"projectUrl":"project/student-engagement/10009255/","projectTitle":"Student Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Koontz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402083"},{"teacherId":8114350,"projectId":9610085,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I would like to express my sincerest gratitude for your generous donation of color printer toner. \r\nI print all student work done in color on Chromebook compatible documents, student photos for framing, color posters/flyers, art for bulletin boards, vocabulary cards and Mathematical Practices reference cards so often that I run out of expensive toner all the time. This was our 3rd ask for color printer toner. With looming budget cuts and reduced federal funding our resources are limited. Thank you so much for giving us a life jacket to keep us afloat!","fullyFundedDate":1758815232487,"projectUrl":"project/please-print-our-color-pictures-part-3/9610085/","projectTitle":"Please Print Our Color Pictures (Part 3)","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Ramos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8114350_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633423263119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-ramos-lasvegas"},{"teacherId":8114350,"projectId":9490816,"letterContent":"Thank you for fueling our Bright Beginning to this school year! I'm happy to share this update on our progress. \r\nWe are so grateful for your generous contributions to our back-to-school project! Thanks to your support, my 20 students at a Title I elementary school had the essential tools they needed for a successful and confident start to 2nd Grade.\r\nYour commitment provided more than just supplies; you gave my students a true head start. Each student received a new backpack with a complete package, that included: umbrellas, composition books, folders, plastic binders, pencil pouches, and spiral notebooks.\r\nYour funding also helped equip our classroom with a thermal label printer that streamlined my classroom organization. With your help, I was able to create a more efficient learning environment with customize materials.\r\nYour generosity ensures these bright young minds can focus entirely on learning, rather than worrying about having basic supplies. Thank you for making our Bright Beginnings a reality.\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,\r\nDr. Ramos","fullyFundedDate":1753638936513,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-basics-backpacks-and-a/9490816/","projectTitle":"Back-to-School Basics, Backpacks, and a Bright Beginning!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Ramos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8114350_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633423263119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-ramos-lasvegas"},{"teacherId":8114350,"projectId":9313303,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in funding this project at the end of last year. Because of you, my students kicked off this school year with an unforgettable STEM experience!\r\nFor the 1st time ever, my 2nd graders were able to witness the transformation of caterpillars into butterflies. For several weeks, they observed each stage of the life cycle—from caterpillars, to chrysalises, and finally to butterflies. We read stories, learned about metamorphosis, and waited for butterflies to emerge.\r\nThe day we released them was amazing. When we opened the net, some butterflies lingered, fluttered around and returned briefly before flying off.\r\nThanks to your donation, our students didn't just learn about science—they experienced it firsthand. We are incredibly grateful for your support in making this learning moment come to life.","fullyFundedDate":1746489252289,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-bugs-butterflies-into-our-bac/9313303/","projectTitle":"Bringing Bugs & Butterflies Into Our Backyard","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Ramos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8114350_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633423263119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-ramos-lasvegas"},{"teacherId":7561446,"projectId":9328436,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous support of my classroom project. Because of you, my students now have access to the resources and opportunities they deserve—tools that will inspire curiosity, build confidence, and open doors to a brighter future. Teaching in a Title I school often means balancing hope with reality: our families work hard, but many face daily challenges that can make it difficult to provide extras for their children. Your kindness has lightened that load and made it possible for my students to step into a classroom that feels rich with possibility rather than limitation.\r\n\r\nWhen I told my students that people from around the country had chosen to invest in their learning, their eyes grew wide with amazement. They asked, \"Why would someone who doesn't even know us help our class?\" I explained that there are generous people who believe in the power of education and in the potential of every child. That lesson in itself was profound: they learned that they matter, that strangers care about their dreams, and that their hard work is worth noticing and supporting.\r\n\r\nThe resources you provided will not sit idle—they will be put into eager hands every single day. I can already picture my students diving into the new books, their heads bent over pages as they journey to worlds far beyond our classroom walls. I can see them using the math and science tools you funded, working in small groups to problem-solve, experiment, and explain their thinking to one another. These moments don't just strengthen academics; they build collaboration, resilience, and creativity.\r\n\r\nIn a Title I classroom, every item makes a difference. When students have to share one worn-out copy of a text between three people, learning is slowed. When supplies are scarce, curiosity can be stifled. But when they have their own materials—when a child gets to open a fresh book or use a set of tools that belongs to them in that moment—they feel respected. They know their learning matters. That sense of dignity is one of the greatest gifts your donation has given.\r\n\r\nI also want to highlight how your contribution affects not just the students in my classroom today, but also the ones who will walk through my door in years to come. These materials will live on as part of our classroom culture. The shelves you helped fill will remain filled for future readers. The tools you funded will be used by generation after generation of learners, multiplying the impact of your kindness.\r\n\r\nYour support also fuels me as an educator. Teaching can be challenging, especially in underfunded schools where the need often feels overwhelming. But knowing that there are people who stand behind us—people who see the value in what we do and who are willing to invest in our students' success—reminds me why I chose this profession. You've given me not just materials, but motivation.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students, their families, and our entire school community, please accept our deepest gratitude. Your generosity has transformed our classroom into a place where students feel empowered, curious, and cared for. You've helped me give them not only the tools to learn, but also the belief that their futures are worth investing in.\r\n\r\nThank you for seeing the potential in children you may never meet, for believing in the power of education, and for choosing to make a difference. We will carry your kindness with us each day as we read, explore, and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1746786014875,"projectUrl":"project/stem-helps-my-brain-grow/9328436/","projectTitle":"STEM Helps My Brain Grow!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dewan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7561446_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693704061320","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7561446"},{"teacherId":8114350,"projectId":9314024,"letterContent":"\"Here's the Scoop in 2nd Grade... We're 2 Sweet!\" Thanks to your love and support, I was able to set up my classroom theme in time for the Family Meet & Greet event— which is before the 1st day of school. Staff, Students, families, and friends were able to visit my class and see the inviting theme. They felt welcomed... It continually motivates my students to attend school each day! \r\nOur celebration callback cheers include, \"We All Scream— For Ice Cream!\", and \"Two Scoops— With a Cherry on Top!\" \r\nOur Chromebook passwords are words from our theme. We have flashing lights, and the music that comes from an ice cream truck. \r\nWe look forward to making homemade ice cream with our Kitchen Science Kits, which was a project also funded by DonorsChoose! \r\nWe have truly \"Set the Scene With a Classroom Theme— thanks to YOU!!!","fullyFundedDate":1746650698191,"projectUrl":"project/setting-the-scene-with-a-classroom-theme/9314024/","projectTitle":"Setting the Scene With a Classroom Theme","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Ramos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8114350_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633423263119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-ramos-lasvegas"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82943","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":586,"numTeachers":51,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":11,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":77,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":41.4,"schoolId":82943,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ira J Earl Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ira J Earl Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/ira-j-earl-elementary-school/82943"}