{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Josh Stevens Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":40.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1328017,"projectId":9861263,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of you, my students now have access to resources that are already making a meaningful difference in our team.\r\n\r\nWhen the bows and other items arrived, my students were thrilled. They were eager to to use right away. These resources are helping my team in ways that simply wouldn't have been possible without your help.\r\n\r\nYour kindness goes far beyond supplies—you've shown my students that people they may never meet believe in them and care about their education. That message is incredibly powerful, and I see its impact every day in their excitement and motivation to learn.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and our classroom, thank you for investing in our future. We are truly grateful for your support and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1764728760569,"projectUrl":"project/dance-in-style/9861263/","projectTitle":"Dance in Style","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bowden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1328017_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458748861836","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/crotert"},{"teacherId":7985059,"projectId":10000730,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to fund my project. My students were so thrilled to hear the news when the email arrived this morning. Your donation has allowed my students to get materials that will help them learn how to count and solve math problems as well as learn their letters and sounds sending them on the path to becoming readers! \r\n\r\nAs the packages began to arrive we could hardly wait to open them. Everyone gathered around as the package was opened. Once they discovered what was inside their cheers could be heard through out the halls! We opened each item and set them up right away. \r\n\r\nThe amount of joy these materials have brought to my students would not have been possible with out your generosity. I can not thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1768166865514,"projectUrl":"project/learning-is-magic/10000730/","projectTitle":"Learning Is Magic!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sorensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7985059_orig.png?crop=200,200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729749581599","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssorensenclass"},{"teacherId":5590198,"projectId":9997271,"letterContent":"I am so excited to show our students this new technology. This new iPad is such a great addition to our classroom. Students are able to access so many apps that are not only reinforcing, but also allow them to work on their academic skills. I am so thankful to our donors for making this possible. My classroom is so close to having 1:1 technology and this iPad brings us that much closer. Without generous donors like you, we would not be able to introduce my students to this great new technology and giving them access to fun, exciting things.","fullyFundedDate":1768493164633,"projectUrl":"project/insane-for-ipad/9997271/","projectTitle":"Insane for iPad","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Heath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5590198_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532900480881","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shawnaheath"},{"teacherId":1799926,"projectId":10005581,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations. Thanks to you, my students have so many supplies they will need not only for upcoming projects like our Mother's Day tradition lesson and gift craft, testing folders (which we were in serious need of), but also a brand new iPad that they will be able to use for various programs. I will also be able to use it to track behavior points as we move through out day. People like you make a huge difference and I am forever grateful for your generosity. From the bottom of my heart, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768183780407,"projectUrl":"project/restock-o-clock/10005581/","projectTitle":"Restock O' Clock","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1799926_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448810925106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brown2ndgrade"},{"teacherId":9467146,"projectId":9646429,"letterContent":"This project has made early literacy come alive for my students through hands-on, engaging experiences with Chicka Chicka Boom Boom. We are using the Chicka Chicka Boom Boom book during read-alouds, the felt coconut tree and letter pieces during small groups and literacy centers, and the Toniebox with the Chicka Chicka Boom Boom character to allow students to listen to the story independently. One memorable moment was watching students take turns placing felt letters on the coconut tree while excitedly naming each letter and cheering as the letters \"boom boom\" fell down—students who often struggle with engagement were fully involved and eager to participate.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were thrilled. Many immediately recognized the story and were excited to touch the felt letters and explore the Toniebox. The combination of visual, tactile, and auditory learning helped students feel confident and motivated, especially those who benefit from multi-sensory instruction.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, the next steps for my students include strengthening letter recognition, matching uppercase and lowercase letters, and building early letter-sound connections. These materials will continue to support literacy centers, independent listening activities, and small-group instruction, helping my students build a strong foundation for reading. 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Instead of needing constant redirection, they were calm, engaged, and proud of their work.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were excited and curious. They immediately asked how and when they could use them, and we talked about using these tools responsibly to help our brains and bodies learn. It was empowering for them to see that their needs were being recognized and supported.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are now better able to access instruction and participate meaningfully in lessons. The next steps include continuing to build independence by teaching students how to choose the right tool for their needs and using these resources during more challenging academic tasks. These tools are not just \"fun\" — they are helping my students build self-regulation skills that will support them far beyond the classroom. Thank you for being part of that journey.","fullyFundedDate":1758851253815,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-focused-and-fun-learning/9463491/","projectTitle":"Tools for Focused and Fun Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9467146_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707785277685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marin"},{"teacherId":1799926,"projectId":9718654,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom project. Your support means more to my students and me than I can fully express. Because of your kindness, I am able to provide meaningful resources and experiences that directly enhance learning and help create a more engaging, supportive classroom environment. Your willingness to invest in education makes a real and lasting difference in the daily lives of my students.\r\n\r\nYour generosity not only supplies materials, but also shows my students that their education is valued by others in the community. Seeing this support inspires them to work harder, stay curious, and believe in their potential. Thank you again for being a part of our classroom journey and for helping make these opportunities possible.","fullyFundedDate":1766596699754,"projectUrl":"project/techy-tools/9718654/","projectTitle":"Techy Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1799926_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448810925106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brown2ndgrade"},{"teacherId":5590198,"projectId":9933813,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for these new snacks for our classroom. My students will be so excited to see the new variety of items available to them during snack time. Making sure they have a snack throughout the day ensures that learning can continue. Many of my students eat hot lunch provided by the school and do not come to school with their own snacks, so without your generous donations, they would not have a snack throughout the day. I am so thankful for your support throughout the school year and would not be able to do it without you!","fullyFundedDate":1766067726580,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-students/9933813/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Heath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5590198_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532900480881","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shawnaheath"},{"teacherId":5345069,"projectId":9720125,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my kindergarten students now have access to engaging, hands-on literacy materials like magnetic letter tracing, letter games, and interactive learning centers. These tools immediately sparked excitement and curiosity, turning letter practice into something fun and meaningful for every child.\r\n\r\nUsing these games, students are actively practicing letter recognition, sounds, and early reading skills through play. They are talking, collaborating, and problem solving with their peers which strengthens both academic and social skills. \r\n\r\nYour support has made learning joyful and accessible in our classroom. Thank you for investing in my students and helping them grow into confident, capable learners.","fullyFundedDate":1761921519311,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-letters-building-strong-reader/9720125/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Letters: Building Strong Readers Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cervantes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5345069_orig.png?crop=512,512,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630803770133","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lanaecervantes"},{"teacherId":9467146,"projectId":9611774,"letterContent":"The new materials from this project strengthened our student's math skills and boosted student engagement. The number line slider boards have been especially helpful for my students with math IEP goals - they are now able to visualize addition and subtraction more clearly, practice number jumps, and check their own work with far more confidence. These boards have made small-group math instruction smoother and more interactive. The multicolor writing pads have also given students a designated space for quick writes, exit tickets, and goal work, helping them stay organized and focused during both reading and math lessons.\r\n\r\nThe classroom organization tools from this project have made a bigger impact than you might expect. The marker holder and metal pen cups have helped students access supplies independently, which keeps our transitions calm and efficient - critical in a resource room where every minute counts. And the tissues have been used daily, helping us keep students healthy and comfortable so they can learn without interruption. Thank you so much for providing the tools that keep our classroom running smoothly, support hands-on learning, and give my students more independence and confidence each day.","fullyFundedDate":1758636632246,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-shine-with-calm-confi/9611774/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Shine with Calm & Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9467146_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707785277685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marin"},{"teacherId":9467146,"projectId":9763958,"letterContent":"My students have LOVED all the new resources your family has provided them! The primary writing notebooks have been an incredible support - my students now cut and paste their graphic organizers directly into their own notebooks, which means nothing gets lost during transitions. They love having their own personal notebook and especially enjoyed picking out their favorite colors. We even created a table of contents in each notebook, which has helped them understand text features in such a fun and meaningful way. They are now confidently pointing out the table of contents in other books. Watching them know where each step of writing is (all in their notebook) has truly been a dream for me as a teacher. I cannot wait to see their progress by the end of the year - and to point out their progress to them! Our new triangular pencils have also made a huge difference for grip and handwriting. You have provided so much that students are asking to take some back to their desk and I can say of course!! The pencils are so good for them and they love to use them. \r\n\r\nMy younger students are absolutely thriving with the Play-Doh sets and counting mats. They think they're \"just playing,\" but they're building fine motor skills, number sense, and early math foundations without even realizing it. The science viewers have also become a student favorite, they spark curiosity, encourage conversation, and give my students a hands-on way to explore animals and the world around them. The new bookshelf helps keep everything accessible and organized, making our space feel calmer and more inviting. Thank you so much for giving my students tools that support independence, joy, confidence, and meaningful learning every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1761921518931,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-help-young-minds-shine/9763958/","projectTitle":"Tools to Help Young Minds Shine!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9467146_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707785277685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marin"},{"teacherId":9467146,"projectId":9511066,"letterContent":"When our new file folders, organizers, and classroom supplies arrived, my students were immediately excited to see how bright, colorful, and inviting everything looked. These materials have completely transformed the way we manage our daily routines, especially for my students IEPs, IEPs @ Glances, progress monitoring, and all other things! My kiddos have thrived with the visual structure and clear organization support. We now use the hanging file folders and vertical wall organizers to sort individualized work, center materials, AR books, and goal-tracking sheets. One of my favorite moments was watching a student proudly walk up to the new file center, find her color-coded folder independently, and say, \"I know exactly where my goal work is now!\" That small moment of independence is exactly why these resources matter.\r\n\r\nThese materials are already making a real difference in our classroom workflow. Students stay more focused because everything they need is accessible, labeled, and within reach. Our current projects like literacy centers, math centers, and writing goal work run more smoothly now that each group's materials are organized and ready to go. As we continue moving through the year, students will be using these systems daily to access their goal work, hands-on materials, resources they can take to their gen ed classroom, and track their progress toward reading, writing, math, behavior, and social goals. Thanks to your generosity, my students are learning routines that support responsibility, confidence, and academic growth, and we couldn't be more grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1753937235533,"projectUrl":"project/organizational-pros/9511066/","projectTitle":"Organizational Pros","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9467146_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707785277685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marin"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_120965","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":819,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":26,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":37,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":59.7,"schoolId":120965,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Josh Stevens Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Josh Stevens Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/josh-stevens-elementary-opens-fall-2017-/120965"}