{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lee Antonello Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":61.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10413483,"projectId":10044292,"letterContent":"Thank you for the generosity and support you have shown to my classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference for my students, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity you have given them.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest successes has been our Candyland-themed bulletin board, which has become a powerful motivator for students learning their math facts. The sweet treats and colorful theme have inspired students at every level to keep practicing and improving. Whether they are just beginning to build confidence with their math facts or pushing themselves to master new ones, the Candyland board has created excitement and encouragement that makes learning feel fun and rewarding.\r\n\r\nThe novel you helped fund was also a huge hit with my class. Because the story centered around adventure and kids their own age, students were immediately engaged. They were eager to read, discuss the characters, and follow the journey throughout the story. It sparked great conversations and helped build enthusiasm for reading in our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour support does more than provide materials—it creates opportunities, motivation, and memorable learning experiences for my students. Because of you, my classroom is a place where students feel excited to learn and proud of their progress.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and investing in the success of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1769003448050,"projectUrl":"project/from-storybooks-to-gingerbread-paths-to/10044292/","projectTitle":"From Storybooks to Gingerbread Paths: Tools That Inspire Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Seipkes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10413483"},{"teacherId":3479391,"projectId":9994628,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our library through your generous donation of library books and book repair supplies. Your kindness helps ensure that our students have access to engaging, high-quality reading materials and a welcoming space where they can explore, learn, and grow.\r\n\r\nThe new books will spark curiosity and excitement for reading, giving students the opportunity to discover new stories, ideas, and perspectives. The book repair supplies are equally important—they allow us to care for and preserve the books our students love so that many more readers can enjoy them in the years ahead.\r\n\r\nYour generosity directly impacts our students by strengthening our library and encouraging a lifelong love of reading. We are truly grateful for your support and for believing in the power of books to inspire young minds.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1768144371079,"projectUrl":"project/underfunded-library-needs-materials-and/9994628/","projectTitle":"Underfunded Library needs Materials and Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fackrell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3479391"},{"teacherId":2057266,"projectId":9949796,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of gloves, hats, mittens, and teddy bears for our students. Your kindness is truly making a difference in our classroom and school community.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students will stay warm during the cold months and feel cared for beyond the classroom walls. For many of our children, these winter essentials are more than just clothing — they provide comfort, confidence, and the ability to focus on learning instead of the cold.\r\n\r\nThe teddy bears are already bringing smiles and a sense of security to our students. Having something soft to hold can mean the world to a child, especially on challenging days.\r\n\r\nYour generosity reminds our students that there are people in the world who believe in them and care about their well-being. We are deeply grateful for your support and for helping us create a warm, safe, and loving environment for our children.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1769447058587,"projectUrl":"project/beary-warm-warm-hands-feet-and-hearts/9949796/","projectTitle":"Beary Warm: Warm Hands, Feet, and Hearts in First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Donnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2057266_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588639953589","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-eodonnell"},{"teacherId":3507653,"projectId":10010674,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your incredible generosity. Because of you, our classroom has been filled with excitement and joy!\r\n\r\nWhen the new crayons, colored pencils, and markers arrived, students could not wait to use them. They immediately started creating colorful, detailed work and took such pride in their projects. Having fresh supplies has made learning feel special and has motivated them to do their very best.\r\n\r\nThe students are also loving the variety of snacks. It has meant so much to see them enjoy something extra during the day, especially when they need a little boost. On top of that, they are already looking forward to our Friday treasure box. The excitement builds all week, and it has become such a positive incentive that encourages responsibility and kindness in our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping create not just learning opportunities, but moments of joy and motivation for my students. We are truly grateful for your kindness and for believing in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768284944173,"projectUrl":"project/from-scissors-to-snacks-supporting-5th/10010674/","projectTitle":"From Scissors to Snacks: Supporting 5th Grade Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cruzate","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-cruzate"},{"teacherId":5198273,"projectId":9798861,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous consideration of my project. These Ticonderoga beginner pencils are used daily in my kindergarten classroom. They are durable and have a thick cylinder so it makes it easy for little kindergarten fingers to grip and build those fine motor skills. \r\n\r\nThe next replenishable material that we use a lot of in our kindergarten classroom are dry erase markers. These are also used daily to answer and build math problems and spell our spelling words each week. Your generosity is greatly appreciated because these are difficult to keep in stock for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1766602949449,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-and-markers/9798861/","projectTitle":"Pencils and Markers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pisano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misspisano"},{"teacherId":8120548,"projectId":9839176,"letterContent":"Your donation has helped in my library more than you can ever know. The excitement on my student's faces when they saw the new books that had been donated was priceless. Most of the books were put on hold before they ever even saw the shelves of my library. My students were able to read books that they had been asking for and that were completions of series that we already had. \r\n\r\nThese additional books have taught lessons, grit, perseverance and best of all improved reading skills. The more our students read the better readers they become. Having access to these high interest books will only encourage them to read more. I can not thank you enough for your generous contribution and know that these new books will light up the faces of young readers for many years to come.\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\nLaura Lindsay","fullyFundedDate":1763492728656,"projectUrl":"project/new-books-for-an-old-library/9839176/","projectTitle":"New Books for an Old Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lindsay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8120548"},{"teacherId":9423929,"projectId":8658898,"letterContent":"I am excited to share the transformation that has taken place in our classroom thanks to your generous support. By providing flexible seating and a high-quality air purification system, you haven't just sent us \"items\"—you have gifted my students a sanctuary where they can truly focus and thrive.\r\n\r\nMy students are incredibly dynamic and energetic. They aren't \"sit-at-a-desk-for-six-hours\" kind of kids; they are movers, shakers, and hands-on collaborators. They have a natural drive to explore, but that energy can sometimes turn into restlessness if they aren't in the right environment. I love their honesty and their need for a space that respects their physical individuality.\r\n\r\nWhen the flexible seating arrived—the floor rockers, cushions, and standing options—the reaction was pure joy. There was a polite (but very excited!) scramble to try out every new spot. One student sat in a floor rocker, took a deep breath, and said, \"I feel like I can actually think now.\" When we plugged in the air purification system, it sparked a fascinating conversation about air quality and health. They were amazed that something so quiet could be working so hard to keep them healthy. It made them feel cared for, knowing that their physical well-being was a priority.\r\n\r\nWe recently used our new setup during a \"Collaborative Workshop\" session. Instead of being confined to rigid rows of desks, students took their new seats to different corners of the room.\r\n\r\nI watched two students, who usually struggle to sit still, settle into wobble stools and remain deeply engaged in a peer-editing task for 20 minutes.\r\n\r\nThe air purifier hummed quietly in the background, providing a clean, fresh atmosphere that helped keep the \"afternoon slump\" at bay. The room felt calmer, more professional, and entirely focused on learning.\r\n\r\nNow that we have the right physical foundation, our next step is a Deep-Dive Reading Unit. We are working on building \"reading stamina\"—the ability to stay focused on complex texts for longer periods.\r\n\r\nThe Goal: With comfortable seating that meets their sensory needs and cleaner air that promotes mental clarity, I am challenging the students to increase their independent reading time by 10 minutes each week.\r\n\r\nYour support has removed the physical barriers to learning in our room. Thank you for recognizing that, for a student to succeed, they must first feel comfortable, healthy, and \"at home\" in their classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1724820923663,"projectUrl":"project/seating-and-purification/8658898/","projectTitle":"Seating and Purification","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shelton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9423929_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724937571964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9423929"},{"teacherId":9018901,"projectId":9297764,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Readers for Rising Stars\" project! Your generosity has allowed us to add engaging, first-grade–level books that our students will use to mentor kindergarten readers each week.\r\n\r\nThese new books will help our first graders model fluency, comprehension, and a love for reading, while giving kindergarteners extra support as they build early literacy skills. This peer mentorship program not only strengthens reading abilities but also boosts confidence and leadership in our first graders.\r\n\r\nAt a time when budget cuts and programs like Accelerated Reader are uncertain, your support has brought fresh motivation and meaningful opportunities for our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make this project possible and for believing in our young readers!","fullyFundedDate":1746063389382,"projectUrl":"project/leaders-in-literacy-readers-for-rising/9297764/","projectTitle":"Leaders in Literacy: Readers for Rising Stars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arizaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9018901_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682964896885","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msarizaga"},{"teacherId":9018901,"projectId":9282503,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously supporting our project! Because of you, our classroom now has a warm, cozy reading nook that my first graders absolutely love. The soft rug and calming floor lamp have transformed our library area into a welcoming space where students feel comfortable and excited to read.\r\n\r\nThe Elephant & Piggie, Pigeon, and Pete the Cat plushies have quickly become class favorites. They've brought so much joy to our reading time and have even encouraged some of my more reluctant readers to pick up a book and join in.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a space that inspires curiosity, comfort, and confidence. Thank you for helping my students grow their love for reading and making our classroom feel a little more magical.","fullyFundedDate":1754859692915,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corners-and-favorite-characters-a/9282503/","projectTitle":"Cozy Corners and Favorite Characters: A Dreamy Reading Retreat","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arizaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9018901_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682964896885","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msarizaga"},{"teacherId":9018901,"projectId":9220379,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously funding our project! As a dedicated educator, I work hard to create a classroom where every student feels supported, engaged, and ready to learn! Your kindness brings us one big step closer to that goal.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we can restock important supplies that keep our classroom running smoothly. The tissues will help us stay healthy during flu season, the copy paper will allow me to create meaningful handouts and learning materials throughout the year, and the dry-erase markers will support effective small-group instruction and quick checks for understanding.\r\n\r\nYour contribution means far more than just supplies. It means fewer interruptions, more engaged learners, and a classroom environment where students can focus on what truly matters like growing, learning, and feeling cared for.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us start the year strong and stay prepared all year long. My students and I are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1746786110607,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics-replenishing-our-classro/9220379/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics: Replenishing Our Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arizaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9018901_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682964896885","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msarizaga"},{"teacherId":2057266,"projectId":9093375,"letterContent":"On behalf of my first graders, I want to say a big THANK YOU for providing PBIS behavior incentives and treasure box items for our classroom! Your generosity helps us celebrate positive choices, kindness, and hard work every day.\r\n\r\nThe students are so excited to see the new treasure box and can't wait to earn rewards for their efforts. Your support not only makes our classroom more fun but also encourages our students to be their best selves, creating a happier and more caring learning environment.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your kindness and for helping our first graders shine!","fullyFundedDate":1754044037189,"projectUrl":"project/pbis-rewards-and-creating-a-classroom-ec/9093375/","projectTitle":"PBIS Rewards and Creating a Classroom Economy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Donnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2057266_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588639953589","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-eodonnell"},{"teacherId":2057266,"projectId":9394317,"letterContent":"On behalf of my first-grade students, I want to sincerely thank you for providing Clorox wipes, baby wipes, and air filters for our classroom! Your generosity helps us maintain a clean and healthy learning environment where students can focus, play, and grow without worry.\r\n\r\nThe kids were so excited to see the new supplies arrive—they understand that staying clean and breathing fresh air helps everyone feel their best. Your support makes a real difference in our daily classroom routines and shows our students how much people care about their learning and well-being.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and for investing in our students' health and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1755521869688,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-stay-healthy-to-stay-in-school/9394317/","projectTitle":"Help Us Stay Healthy to Stay in School!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Donnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2057266_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588639953589","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-eodonnell"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_59342","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":518,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":19,"percentWhite":18,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":51,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":38.8,"schoolId":59342,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lee Antonello Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lee Antonello Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/lee-antonello-elementary-school/59342"}