{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ollie Detwiler Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":53.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1027954,"projectId":10005461,"letterContent":"Thank you sincerely for your generous donations and your ongoing support of our classroom. Your thoughtfulness has had a meaningful and lasting impact on our students as well as the overall learning environment we strive to create each day. Because of your contributions, we have been able to build a more structured, engaging, and encouraging space where students feel motivated, supported, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nOne of the most significant improvements we have observed is in students' ability to remain focused while working and completing their assignments. With the resources you have helped provide, students are better able to manage their time, stay on task, and take greater ownership of their responsibilities. \r\n\r\nIn addition to improved focus, the tools you contributed especially the laminated incentive and fee cards—have made a noticeable difference in how our classroom operates on a daily basis. These cards offer a clear, consistent system that helps students understand expectations, responsibilities, and consequences in a straightforward and visual way. Because they are durable and easy to use, they have quickly become a reliable part of our daily routine.","fullyFundedDate":1768185373996,"projectUrl":"project/care-support/10005461/","projectTitle":"Care Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stepke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1027954"},{"teacherId":7510878,"projectId":9990868,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity. Because of your support, our classroom store is now fully stocked with a variety of \"goodies\" that have completely transformed our daily environment. When the boxes arrived and I began unpacking the snacks and cute toys, the room was buzzing with pure joy. One student literally jumped for joy, exclaiming, \"I can't wait to earn enough points for that!\" Seeing their faces light up made it clear that these aren't just items to them—they are tangible symbols of their hard work and dedication.\r\n\r\nWe use these resources as part of our Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) system. Students earn \"Class Points\" for demonstrating kindness, staying on task, and helping their peers. This project has truly proven to my students that their efforts do not go unnoticed. For instance, during a particularly challenging math unit last week, I noticed several students pushing through their frustration specifically because they were eyeing a new fidget toy in the store. It has turned our classroom into a space where students are more motivated, engaged, and eager to support one another.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are using this momentum to focus on a \"Leadership and Responsibility\" lesson. Now that the store is thriving, students will take turns acting as \"Store Managers,\" practicing their math skills by totaling costs and managing inventory. This gives them a sense of ownership over the resources you provided while teaching them real-world financial literacy. Thank you again for investing in my students and showing them that their community believes in their success!","fullyFundedDate":1768069883518,"projectUrl":"project/class-store-treasures/9990868/","projectTitle":"Class Store Treasures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7510878_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y413&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615618818270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7510878"},{"teacherId":6435437,"projectId":9992863,"letterContent":"My students are loving all the new materials we have received. The lakeshore centers are keeping them busy practicing their phonics skills while I am giving one on one writing support to classmates. \r\n\r\nThe bright and eye catching posters have been a great resource. Students will ask a question about a part of speech and I can simply point to the poster for some great examples. Also, it is a great tool for self reflection as it allows students to check their own work. \r\n\r\nThe best was the Magic Treehouse Series we are on book 4 of the series as a class and some have ventured out on their own reading because they just can't wait.","fullyFundedDate":1768668201540,"projectUrl":"project/successful-supplies-for-second-graders/9992863/","projectTitle":"Successful Supplies for Second Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Delgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6435437_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597208082042","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6435437"},{"teacherId":5801831,"projectId":9998900,"letterContent":"I am beyond thrilled to share the impact that your generosity has had on our classroom. The arrival of Coraline, Among the Hidden, Out of My Mind, The One and Only Ivan and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has completely transformed our reading block. In our classroom, reading isn't just a quiet activity; it is a time of deep inquiry and lively discussion. These leveled books allow me to meet my students exactly where they are, providing them with stories that are accessible yet challenging enough to push their analytical skills.\r\n\r\nThese texts have introduced my students to complex themes like social justice, empathy for those with different physical abilities, and the classic battle between greed and integrity. For example, while reading Out of My Mind, my students have been practicing perspective-taking, learning to infer the thoughts and feelings of a protagonist who cannot speak. Among the Hidden has sparked intense debates about government and freedom, while Charlie and the Chocolate Factory remains a joyful vehicle for teaching descriptive language and character archetypes.\r\n\r\nI have one particular group of students who used to struggle with engagement, often choosing to \"fake read\" during independent time. Since introducing these titles, I've seen them leaning in, whispering about plot twists, and racing to finish chapters so they can talk about what happens next. You haven't just provided books; you've provided the \"spark\" that turns a student into a lifelong reader. Thank you for investing in their futures.","fullyFundedDate":1768183944160,"projectUrl":"project/leveled-reading-books/9998900/","projectTitle":"Leveled Reading Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lessenberry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5801831"},{"teacherId":2638223,"projectId":10005401,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart—and from 33 very excited fifth graders—thank you! Your generosity has brought a vibrant new dimension to our classroom with the arrival of our new color printer.\r\nHow this technology helps us learn\r\nIn many homes, a printer is for quick documents or photos. In our classroom, it is a tool for clarity and cognitive organization. For 10- and 11-year-olds, color isn't just \"pretty\"; it's functional. We use it to color-code different parts of speech in writing workshops, highlight key data in science graphs, and differentiate complex layers in geography maps. Being able to physically hold a high-quality, colorful resource helps my students process information faster and retain it longer than they do with grainy, black-and-white copies.\r\nThe \"Spark\" of the New Product\r\nThe most exciting thing for the students is the pride of authorship. There is a visible \"wow\" moment when a student finishes a digital project—like a colonial brochure or a biome research poster—and sees it come to life in full color. It validates their hard work. They aren't just \"doing an assignment\" anymore; they are creating professional-looking products that they are eager to display on our walls or take home to show you.\r\nWarming up to the Tech\r\nI've noticed this technology has especially touched my visual learners and students who sometimes struggle with engagement. One student in particular, who usually rushes through writing tasks, spent three extra days perfecting the layout of their \"National Park\" project just because they knew it would be printed in \"real-life colors.\" For students with diverse learning needs, having colorful visual aids—like personalized schedules or color-coded math scaffolds—has provided a sense of independence they didn't have before.\r\nYour support has truly brightened our classroom and made our learning more \"real.\" Thank you for believing in our students!\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n[Your Name]\r\n5th Grade Teacher","fullyFundedDate":1768179670381,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-learning-to-life-in-living-colo/10005401/","projectTitle":"Bringing Learning to Life in Living Color!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lessenberry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2638223"},{"teacherId":10406925,"projectId":10035268,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support of my classroom. My students have been working with the materials for the last couple of weeks and have enjoyed them very much. they look forward to Fun Friday like never before. They work hard all week to make sure they have time to explore, play and learn while practicing social emotional skills by working together. Their creativity shines bright when using the materials.\r\n\r\nThese materials will last for years to come and will continue to bring joy to my students today and in the future. Thank you for donating to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768744522131,"projectUrl":"project/fun-fridays/10035268/","projectTitle":"Fun Fridays!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Back","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10406925"},{"teacherId":374946,"projectId":8017779,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation that helped provide an iPad for our classroom. This technology has become a powerful learning tool for my students and has expanded what is possible in our daily instruction. We use the iPad to research topics, follow authors and experts online, access educational apps that build reading, writing, and problem-solving skills, and create meaningful work such as written reports, videos, photos, and published stories. The iPad allows students to engage with content in interactive ways and supports different learning styles, helping them better understand and apply what they are learning.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is the opportunity to create and share their own work. They love making videos, taking photos to support their writing, and using apps that allow them to revise and improve their work independently. Several students who were previously hesitant writers or reluctant learners have shown increased confidence and motivation when using the iPad. Having access to this technology has helped them see that technology is not just for entertainment, but a valuable tool for learning, creativity, and communication.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. The iPad has helped my students build important academic and digital skills they will carry with them far beyond this school year. Thank you for investing in their learning and helping them see the positive, educational power of technology.","fullyFundedDate":1699747570537,"projectUrl":"project/ican-with-an-ipad/8017779/","projectTitle":"iCan with an iPad","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Eagar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp374946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462644978729","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/374946"},{"teacherId":7510878,"projectId":9643699,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting \"Game Boards for Growing Collaboration and Social Skills.\" Your gift has already had a clear, joyful impact in our classroom. Excited! Many students immediately wanted to play and explore. A few who often avoid group tasks asked to lead a round, proudly explaining rules to classmates.\r\nYour support didn't just buy materials; it created moments where students practiced kindness, leadership, and teamwork. We'll share photos and student reflections soon so you can see the difference you made.","fullyFundedDate":1757683097773,"projectUrl":"project/game-boards-for-growing-collaboration-an/9643699/","projectTitle":"Game Boards for Growing Collaboration and Social Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7510878_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y413&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615618818270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7510878"},{"teacherId":9640032,"projectId":9665727,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity, which helps my first graders and their families improve their literacy and language skills, strengthen family bonds, foster perspective-taking, and broaden their knowledge!\r\n\r\nYour donations for the Global book bags are greatly appreciated. They are still being developed, with Spanish translations and other details being finalized. Students will start taking them home in January 2026.\r\n\r\nThe students have seen some of the book bags and are learning how to show their family members how they work. They are very excited to take them home and share them with their moms, dads, siblings, grandparents, aunts, and uncles.\r\nThe books focus on global issues like community action for sustainability, empathy for others, life below water, and life on land. These global goals align well with our curriculum.","fullyFundedDate":1756762363080,"projectUrl":"project/give-students-book-bags-filled-with-insp/9665727/","projectTitle":"Give Students Book Bags Filled With Inspiration Supporting Family Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Hancock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9640032_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733275037545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9640032"},{"teacherId":7510878,"projectId":9477225,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting \"Headphones for Focus.\" The new headphones let students work on personalized digital lessons without distractions, improving listening comprehension, fluency practice, and the accuracy of speech‑to‑text tools so more learners can work independently.\r\n\r\nThis gift has helped students who struggle with attention, English learners, and very shy students the most: they're more on‑task, more willing to practice speaking, and more confident overall. Your support provided a simple tool that's had big academic and emotional benefits.","fullyFundedDate":1757683074411,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-focus-supporting-student/9477225/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Focus: Supporting Student Success in Digital Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7510878_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y413&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615618818270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7510878"},{"teacherId":8940244,"projectId":8904485,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom! With the electric stapler, laminator machine, hole puncher, Sharpies, and staple remover, we now have the tools we need to create and maintain meaningful displays for our students. These resources have allowed us to put up and showcase our new emotion board, which gives students a consistent and visual way to identify, label, and manage their feelings throughout the school day. The emotion board has already become a go-to resource for the children, helping them build self-awareness and fostering conversations about emotions in a supportive and accessible way.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made our classroom a more organized, engaging, and student-centered space. The children are naturally drawn to the bright and clear visuals created with these materials, and it has been amazing to see them use the emotion board independently to express how they are feeling. Having these tools has not only saved us valuable preparation time but has also made it possible to create durable resources that will last the whole year. We are so grateful for your support in making our classroom a place where students feel seen, understood, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1740539491720,"projectUrl":"project/pre-k-craft-season/8904485/","projectTitle":"Pre-K Craft Season","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nezey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8940244_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680545459544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8940244"},{"teacherId":8940244,"projectId":9096329,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us add a new trike to our Pre-K classroom's gross motor play area! The children were thrilled the moment they saw it, and their excitement was contagious. Having access to this new trike allows us to keep a healthy rotation during playtime. About one-fourth of our students can ride at once while others engage in climbing, running, or other gross motor activities. This makes outdoor play more inclusive and balanced, ensuring that everyone gets a fair chance to ride and enjoy the experience.\r\n\r\nYour gift has made a meaningful difference in our daily routine. We've already seen students practicing important skills such as sharing, turn-taking, and perseverance as they wait for and take turns on the trike. For many, this is their first opportunity to build strength, coordination, and confidence through riding. The joy on their faces and the energy in their play remind us how powerful these opportunities are for young learners. We are truly grateful for your kindness and for helping create a classroom where all students feel excited to learn and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1746699566999,"projectUrl":"project/beep-beep-pre-k-gross-motor-on-the-go/9096329/","projectTitle":"Beep Beep Pre-K Gross Motor on the Go","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nezey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8940244_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680545459544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8940244"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_68348","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":604,"numTeachers":40,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":31,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":56,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":46.8,"schoolId":68348,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ollie Detwiler Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ollie Detwiler Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/ollie-detwiler-elementary-school/68348"}