{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"John W Bonner Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":25.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9269741,"projectId":9987921,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a hands-on learning space where creativity, collaboration, and curiosity thrive. The new resources—LEGOs, magnetic tiles, Lincoln Logs, books, and STEM materials—are now an essential part of our daily learning. Students are using the building materials during STEM centers and small-group challenges to design towers, bridges, and imaginative structures. We recently completed a class project where students worked in teams to build a \"community,\" using LEGOs and magnetic tiles to create homes, schools, and roads. As they built, they practiced problem-solving, communication, and early engineering skills. The new books are woven into our literacy block and often inspire the structures students create afterward. When the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and contagious. Eyes lit up, hands shot into the air, and they couldn't wait to explore. Many students dove right in, proudly sharing their creations and explaining how they made them. Even students who are usually quiet or hesitant became engaged, confident, and eager to participate. These resources will continue to support upcoming lessons focused on STEM challenges, storytelling through building, and collaborative problem-solving. Students will design structures based on stories we read, test stability and balance, and reflect on what worked and what they would improve. Because of you, learning feels joyful, meaningful, and accessible for every student. Thank you for giving our students the tools to imagine, create, and build bright futures—one block, book, and idea at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1768021608201,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-minds-through-play-stem/9987921/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Minds Through Play, STEM, and Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9269741_orig.jpg?crop=470,470,x537,y734&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694388441716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9269741"},{"teacherId":3643785,"projectId":9890782,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity to my classroom this winter. Your donations helped my students tremendously with providing them with wonderful rewards and calming sensory materials during our very busy testing season. The resources we have now have helped students remain calm and focused during testing as well throughout challenging assignments that may be overwhelming to them. The stickers and fidgets have also been great rewards for students to earn as they have been working very hard on using their strategies to do their best on their mid year benchmarking assessments. \r\n\r\nWith these items my students growth was able to go up almost 60 percent in both reading and math this winter. I am excited to continue to use these items throughout the rest of the year to support their growth and success. Thank you again for all your generosity and thoughtfulness in helping my students.","fullyFundedDate":1763600730798,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-fidgets-and-rewards-for-ou/9890782/","projectTitle":"Mental Health Fidgets and Rewards for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wise","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3643785_orig.jpg?crop=354,354,x0,y269&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714426841772","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3643785"},{"teacherId":4059865,"projectId":9932059,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our preschool students now have access to a variety of new math and science books that are already enriching our classroom learning. The children were excited and curious when the new books were introduced, eagerly exploring the colorful pictures. Many students immediately gravitated toward the books during circle time and choice time, showing increased engagement and enthusiasm for math and science concepts.\r\n\r\nStudents are using these books during whole-group lessons, small-group instruction, and independent exploration. The math books support early number recognition, counting, shapes, and patterns, while the science books encourage observation, prediction, and discussion about the world around them. These resources are especially beneficial for our preschool learners, as the visuals and simple language help make abstract concepts more concrete and accessible.\r\n\r\nWe will continue to use these books to guide hands-on activities such as counting and sorting objects, exploring measurement, conducting simple science experiments, and observing nature. The books also serve as a foundation for discussions, vocabulary development, and critical thinking. Your support has provided our students with meaningful learning opportunities and has helped foster a love of math and science at an early age. Thank you for making such a positive impact on our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1764807464719,"projectUrl":"project/growing-great-minds-through-stem-books/9932059/","projectTitle":"Growing Great Minds Through STEM Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lloyd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4059865_orig.jpg?crop=476,476,x752,y204&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660016263741","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/j-lloyd"},{"teacherId":1807839,"projectId":9945885,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting our 2nd grade classroom. Because of you, our room has been filled with excitement, creativity, and meaningful learning opportunities. When students first saw the new books, flexible seating tools, and special supplies, their faces truly lit up. Several students immediately gravitated toward the new InvestiGators and Narwhal and Jelly books, excited to read independently and share favorite parts with friends. Others were eager to explore the magnetic building blocks, collaborating and problem solving together during STEM time.\r\n\r\nWe are already using these resources in powerful ways throughout our day. The fidget bands and notebooks have helped students stay focused and comfortable during lessons, while the Post it easel pads and folders support whole group discussions, organization, and student thinking. The variety of hands on materials, like building toys, puzzles, and art supplies, have strengthened teamwork, creativity, and fine motor skills, while also making learning joyful and accessible for all learners.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these materials will continue to support literacy, social emotional learning, and classroom community. We will use the books for reading groups and independent reading, the building materials for structured STEM challenges, and the celebration and reward items to recognize effort, growth, and positive behavior. Your support has truly made a lasting impact on my students learning environment, and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768070492452,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-learning-and-building-joy-in/9945885/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Learning and Building Joy in Second Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elliott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1807839_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y344&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651003382820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/erinelliottbartlett"},{"teacherId":1807839,"projectId":9908386,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding Storyworks for my second grade students. These magazines have made reading more engaging and meaningful in our classroom. Through Storyworks, students are building important reading skills such as identifying key ideas, understanding characters, learning new vocabulary, and using evidence from the text to support their thinking. The stories and articles spark curiosity and motivate students to participate in thoughtful discussions.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is now lively and collaborative. Students enjoy reading together, talking with partners, and sharing their ideas during class discussions. Many students who were once hesitant readers are now excited to read, raise their hands, and talk about what they have learned. The variety of texts allows all students to feel successful and confident as readers.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a classroom where reading is enjoyable and accessible for every child. Thank you for giving my students stories that inspire learning and a love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1764787016351,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-reading-to-life-in-2nd-grade/9908386/","projectTitle":"Bringing Reading to Life in 2nd Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elliott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1807839_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y344&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651003382820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/erinelliottbartlett"},{"teacherId":9163767,"projectId":9888553,"letterContent":"Many thanks to everyone who donated gift cards so I could purchase and download classroom materials on Teachers Pay Teachers! Your generosity helped me get fun, engaging resources to supplement my curriculum, which makes a real difference for my students. I'm so grateful for that support! Being able to quickly and easily download supplemental activities is a game-changer in my classroom. Sometimes students require more practice beyond the resources provided by the district, and using Teachers Pay Teachers allows me to give my students what they need. It means a lot to know you've got my back, and my classroom is better because of you!","fullyFundedDate":1763595079142,"projectUrl":"project/give-grow-glow/9888553/","projectTitle":"Give, Grow, Glow","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Adamiszyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9163767_orig.jpg?crop=293,293,x10,y12&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691287568886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amy-adamiszyn"},{"teacherId":7350636,"projectId":9833333,"letterContent":"The new chapter books, STEM tub materials, and colorful math tiles that are already making a meaningful difference in our daily learning.\r\n\r\nThe chapter books have been a wonderful addition to our classroom library and students have loved diving into them! These books are helping foster a true love of reading while supporting comprehension and vocabulary growth.\r\n\r\nOur STEM tub items have brought hands-on exploration and problem-solving into the classroom. Students are collaborating, experimenting, and thinking creatively as they design, build, and test their ideas. These activities encourage critical thinking and help students see learning as fun and engaging.\r\n\r\nThe colored math tiles have become an essential math manipulative. They allow students to visualize concepts, model equations, and deepen their understanding of number sense in a concrete, meaningful way. The bright colors and hands-on nature keep students engaged and confident in their math learning.","fullyFundedDate":1761238648617,"projectUrl":"project/pug-and-numbers/9833333/","projectTitle":"Pug and Numbers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zehner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7350636_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y12&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596661629714","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-zehner"},{"teacherId":7016812,"projectId":5950028,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and my students. Because of your generosity my students now have access to materials that will make learning more engaging meaningful and joyful every day. The printer ink and laminating supplies allow me to create clear colorful learning materials that can be reused and shared with students who need extra practice. Scholastic News and classroom library books help my students build strong reading skills stay informed about the world and develop a love for reading. Writing tools markers and pencils give students the confidence to express their ideas creatively. Treats and gift bags help me celebrate student growth and positive behavior. Your support creates a welcoming classroom where students feel motivated valued and excited to learn. Thank you for making such a powerful difference in our daily learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1636603035227,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-2nd-grade-success/5950028/","projectTitle":"Supplies for 2nd Grade Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Day","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7016812"},{"teacherId":7016812,"projectId":7990045,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and my students. Because of your generosity my students now have access to materials that will make learning more engaging meaningful and joyful every day. The printer ink and laminating supplies allow me to create clear colorful learning materials that can be reused and shared with students who need extra practice. Scholastic News and classroom library books help my students build strong reading skills stay informed about the world and develop a love for reading. Writing tools markers and pencils give students the confidence to express their ideas creatively. Treats and gift bags help me celebrate student growth and positive behavior. Your support creates a welcoming classroom where students feel motivated valued and excited to learn. Thank you for making such a powerful difference in our daily learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1699154112486,"projectUrl":"project/2nd-grade-incentives/7990045/","projectTitle":"2nd Grade Incentives!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Day","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7016812"},{"teacherId":328050,"projectId":5914340,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom library. Because of you, my students have access to new books that are already making a meaningful difference in their learning and excitement for reading.\r\n\r\nWhile many people love to read books, teaching students how to read deeply is a special process. These new texts are helping us practice important reading skills such as comprehension, identifying main ideas and key details, making predictions, building vocabulary, and understanding characters' thoughts and feelings. The variety of books allows me to better meet students at their individual reading levels and introduce lessons on fluency, text features, and responding to reading through discussion and writing.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is active and engaging. Students read independently, in small groups, and together as a class. You can often find them curled up with a book during independent reading time, sharing recommendations with classmates, or excitedly talking about characters and story events. The new books have refreshed our library and sparked curiosity, making reading something students truly look forward to each day.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were once hesitant readers are especially enjoying the new books. Having fresh, high-interest choices has motivated them to pick up a book, stay focused longer, and take pride in finishing stories. Other students love exploring new genres and rereading favorite books with friends. Watching their confidence and enthusiasm grow has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for investing in their love of reading. Your generosity is helping shape confident readers and lifelong learners, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1634833115151,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books/5914340/","projectTitle":"Books, Books, Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holzworth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp328050_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1453178997864","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-holzworth"},{"teacherId":6315066,"projectId":9512841,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our new color printer has made a meaningful impact in our 3rd grade classroom. Color visuals help students better understand concepts, stay engaged, and take pride in their work. We can now create clearer learning tools, differentiated materials, and beautifully printed student projects. Your support has saved instructional time, boosted confidence, and shown students that others care about their learning. Thank you for investing in our classroom and our students.\r\nBeyond just printing assignments, this resource has brought a new level of creativity to our daily routine. Whether we are producing vibrant science diagrams or personalized math aids, the ability to see information in color helps bridge the gap for my visual learners. The students are always eager to see their hard work come to life in such a professional way, and that excitement translates directly into a deeper love for learning.\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and for providing a resource that will benefit many students for years to come. Your contribution has not only enhanced our curriculum but has also helped foster a classroom environment where every student feels inspired to succeed. Thank you again for your incredible support.","fullyFundedDate":1755721108757,"projectUrl":"project/color-our-classroom/9512841/","projectTitle":"Color Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wong Zimmel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6315066_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657586996088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/beverlywong"},{"teacherId":7350636,"projectId":9699795,"letterContent":"Your donation has helped my students develop:\r\nCritical Thinking: They are learning to analyze why a tower topples and how to redesign it for better stability.\r\nCollaboration: I see students working together, sharing ideas, and solving problems as a team to complete a building challenge.\r\nResilience: In STEM, a \"mistake\" is just a new piece of data. My students are learning to persevere through challenges rather than giving up.\r\nOne student recently told me, \"I didn't know I was an engineer until we got these bins!\" Moments like these remind me of the power of hands-on learning. You didn't just provide supplies; you provided a spark of curiosity that will last a lifetime.\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and for showing my students that their learning and creativity are valued by the community.","fullyFundedDate":1757816993685,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-stem-tubs/9699795/","projectTitle":"We Love STEM TUBS!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zehner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7350636_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y12&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596661629714","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-zehner"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_65893","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":825,"numTeachers":47,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":13,"percentBlack":9,"percentWhite":39,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":23,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":74.6,"schoolId":65893,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about John W Bonner Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"John W Bonner Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/john-w-bonner-elementary-school/65893"}