{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Paradise Professional Development School","outOfStateSupporters":57.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4617982,"projectId":5904533,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our flexible seating and kick bands project! Because of you, my students now have options that help them learn in ways that work best for their bodies and minds.\r\n\r\nThe flexible seating has transformed our classroom environment. Students are more engaged, comfortable, and focused during lessons. Having choice in where and how they sit has empowered them to take ownership of their learning and has created a calmer, more inclusive space for everyone.\r\n\r\nThe kick bands have been especially impactful for students who need movement to stay focused. They allow students to release excess energy quietly while remaining attentive and on task. As a result, I've seen improved concentration, increased participation, and fewer disruptions throughout the day.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has directly supported my students' ability to learn, grow, and feel successful in the classroom. We are incredibly grateful for your belief in our students and for helping create a learning environment where every child can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1634402142895,"projectUrl":"project/health-calmness-and-stress-relief/5904533/","projectTitle":"Health, Calmness, and Stress Relief","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Livingston","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4617982_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526228303679","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4617982"},{"teacherId":9355113,"projectId":9488427,"letterContent":"We are using these new resources as part of our everyday learning, and they have quickly become a favorite in our classroom. Students use them during free seating time, for writing activities, and while playing learning games. One of my favorite moments was seeing students independently choose the materials and immediately get engaged in their work—it made our classroom feel even more welcoming and student-centered.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were very excited and eager to try them out. Their enthusiasm was clear, and it carried over into increased focus and participation during lessons.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, students now have flexible options that support different learning styles. Our next steps include continuing to use these resources to strengthen writing skills, collaboration, and engagement through daily lessons and interactive activities. Your support has truly made a positive impact on our classroom, and we are so grateful for the opportunity to use these tools every day.","fullyFundedDate":1757521519749,"projectUrl":"project/multiply-the-impact/9488427/","projectTitle":"Multiply the Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barnes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9355113"},{"teacherId":9362565,"projectId":9525258,"letterContent":"The Calm corner project has a huge impact on my students managing their emotions. The moment they feel the need to have a little break. They know which part of the room they go and it's our Calm corner.\r\n\r\nMy students were surprised when they saw the new calm corner. They love the books for understanding emotions , squishy or fidgets to help regulate their emotions, especially when they are upset or disappointed and the emotional cards, that helps them to identify their mixed emotions. Overall it has a great impact to my class. Thank you very much for your generosity and may you have more blessings!","fullyFundedDate":1757521517619,"projectUrl":"project/calm-corner/9525258/","projectTitle":"Calm Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butcon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9362565"},{"teacherId":9356151,"projectId":8010092,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is a cleaner, healthier, and more welcoming place for my students. We use the vacuum daily after centers and snack time to keep our learning space clean and organized. Sanitizing wipes are used throughout the day to clean tables and shared materials, helping reduce the spread of germs and keep students healthy and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nMy students were excited when the new supplies arrived and quickly took pride in helping care for our classroom. The snacks have been especially meaningful, helping students stay focused, calm, and engaged during the school day.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, my students are learning in an environment that supports their well-being and success. We will continue hands-on lessons while reinforcing responsibility, self-care, and community. Thank you for helping make our classroom a safe and supportive place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1699669518668,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-classroom-wellness/8010092/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Classroom Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Klutz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9356151_orig.jpg?crop=523,523,x0,y1&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767835545783","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9356151"},{"teacherId":7885559,"projectId":9624219,"letterContent":"We are absolutely thrilled and incredibly grateful to all the generous donors who supported our project, \"Achievers' Celebration Station: Fostering Academic Excellence and Community\"\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, we have received a snow cone maker, an air fryer, a supply of glow sticks, and a lemon squeezer! These are more than just items; they are tools that will transform our family engagement nights and create memorable, interactive experiences for our students and their families.\r\nThese new resources will be central to our planned family engagement activities:\r\nThe Snow Cone Maker and Lemon Squeezer will be used to host a \"DIY Summer Treats\" event, where families can work together to create fresh-squeezed lemonade and colorful snow cones. This is a fun, hands-on activity that encourages cooperation and conversation.\r\n\r\nThe Air Fryer will allow us to offer healthy cooking demonstrations and taste-tests during our family health and wellness nights. We can teach families how to quickly and safely prepare nutritious snacks, providing a valuable life skill.\r\n\r\nThe Glow Sticks will bring an element of excitement to our evening events, such as family dance parties or \"Glow-in-the-Dark Reading Adventures,\" making these learning opportunities feel festive and fun\r\nBy providing these engaging and tangible resources, you are directly helping us strengthen the vital connection between home and school. We believe that strong family engagement is key to student success, and your donation is making that possible in the most delightful way.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our school community. We cannot wait to share the joy and success of these events with you!","fullyFundedDate":1757521519991,"projectUrl":"project/achievers-celebration-station-fosterin/9624219/","projectTitle":"Achievers' Celebration Station: Fostering Academic Excellence and Community","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Seals","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7885559_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636914856676","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7885559"},{"teacherId":7453091,"projectId":9616317,"letterContent":"Thanks again for funding this project to help decrease chronic absenteeism at our school! Your generosity has allowed us to motivate and reward students who show up everyday and meet their attendance goals.\r\n\r\nStudents have been encouraged to improve their attendance by earning the prizes you supplied. They get really excited when they find out the monthly incentive and especially when they get to choose their prize. \"Desk Pets\" were a highlight and students were extremely eager to earn perfect attendance, so they could adopt their pet.\r\n\r\nNot only do we have more students in our building this year, but are chronic absenteeism is on a consistent downward trend from the previous two years! Your contribution has helped our school improve attendance and reach our goals.","fullyFundedDate":1757521517438,"projectUrl":"project/boost-attendance-build-futures-fun-inc/9616317/","projectTitle":"Boost Attendance, Build Futures: Fun Incentives for Showing Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marquardt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7453091_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y177&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597594542942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/counselingwcreativity"},{"teacherId":8172145,"projectId":9544346,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our Paradise Elementary Student Store project. Because of your kindness, we were able to create a true store-like experience for our Wildcats—complete with organized displays, shelves of exciting items, and a welcoming space where students feel proud to shop. Your donations helped transform a simple idea into a fully functioning store that feels real and special, giving our kids something to look forward to and work toward every day.\r\n\r\nThis store has already had a powerful impact on our school community. Students are more motivated to demonstrate positive behavior because they know their Wildcat tickets lead to meaningful rewards. They walk into the store with excitement, carefully choosing how to \"spend\" their tickets, practicing decision-making, budgeting, and responsibility in a real-world context. It's more than a reward system—it's an experience that builds confidence, pride, and joy.","fullyFundedDate":1755741147676,"projectUrl":"project/pbis-student-store-project/9544346/","projectTitle":"PBIS Student Store Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8172145"},{"teacherId":10075302,"projectId":9456433,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our 3rd grade classroom! Your donation of crayons, markers, dry erase markers, anchor chart paper, and pencils has made a tremendous difference for my students. These supplies are used every single day as we explore new ideas, practice our writing, and bring our learning to life through colorful, creative activities.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students have the tools they need to express themselves, stay engaged, and work confidently. The bright smiles when they receive new supplies and the excitement they show while using them remind me how powerful community support can be. Thank you for investing in their learning and for helping us create a positive, inspiring space where every child can do their best.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,\r\nMeghan Jackson\r\n3rd Grade Teacher","fullyFundedDate":1755708463038,"projectUrl":"project/empower-learning/9456433/","projectTitle":"Empower Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10075302_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752173459503","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10075302"},{"teacherId":9367877,"projectId":9071164,"letterContent":"I know I speak for all teachers at Paradise Elementary School, even though your donation was meant for my classroom, but words cannot express my gratitude for your generosity. My laminator has made a big difference and has been so very helpful with my classroom. \r\n\r\nI work at a low income school so I, and many other teachers reach into our own pockets to buy things for our respective classes. Donors Choose has helped tremendously to augment our out of pocket expenses.\r\n\r\nYour donation has a direct effect impact on my classroom. Of course, there are large laminators available in our front office, and they are operated by our office staff (who are wonderful, by the way). However we have to make an appt to get our laminating work done, and sometimes I need my work done sooner rather than later. Now that I have one for my classroom, there is no wait time!! And yes, I have been \"lending\" it out to other teachers, while explaining that I received it from Donors Choose, and they should request one for themselves. Thank you once again for your help and assistance.","fullyFundedDate":1744297869627,"projectUrl":"project/a-laminator-to-utilize-and-mobilize/9071164/","projectTitle":"A Laminator, to Utilize and Mobilize!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Niederman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9367877"},{"teacherId":7885559,"projectId":9313000,"letterContent":"The Unleash Your Inner Reader project positively impacted and improved my classroom by increasing student engagement and motivation through the provision of dedicated resources and a personalized approach to learning. By giving students a complete set of materials, the project created a sense of ownership and importance around reading, which is essential for success in an academic competition like Battle of the Books.\r\n The 8 novels, journals, book lights, automatic bookmarks, water bottles, and canvas bags weren't just supplies; they were tools that made reading more accessible, comfortable, and appealing. The novelty of having their own reading kit sparked excitement and encouraged students to dive into the assigned books. This personal investment is a powerful motivator, leading to increased participation and effort in classroom activities related to the competition.","fullyFundedDate":1746787005091,"projectUrl":"project/unleash-your-inner-reader/9313000/","projectTitle":"Unleash Your Inner Reader!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Seals","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7885559_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636914856676","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7885559"},{"teacherId":7114425,"projectId":8841114,"letterContent":"You helped bring our cheerleading project to life — and for that, we can't thank you enough. Because of your support, our girls were able to get their Pom poms and shirts for game days and it really made an impact.\r\n\r\nThey were able to show up proud, confident, and ready to represent our school at every event and pep rally. Because of you, they were able to be a part of something special.\r\n\r\nWe appreciate you for being part of our story. Thank you for reminding them that people are actually rooting for them!","fullyFundedDate":1728149928442,"projectUrl":"project/go-wildcats-its-cheer-time/8841114/","projectTitle":"Go Wildcats! It's Cheer Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marqita","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7114425_orig.jpg?crop=1330,1330,x534,y786&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634672926782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7114425"},{"teacherId":7060999,"projectId":7983945,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations. Students have been able to use the new art materials and work on projects that they never have been able to before. \r\n\r\nStudents have used the models to create movement and understand shading. They have used the chalk to learn new ways to incorporate different medians in their art work. And we learned how to etch. \r\n\r\nAll of their work was then displayed in a school wide art show that parents family and friends could enjoy. \r\n\r\nWe appreciate everything that you did.","fullyFundedDate":1699123650186,"projectUrl":"project/lets-make-some-exciting-art/7983945/","projectTitle":"Let's Make Some Exciting Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greco-Gaham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7060999_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744916865246","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7060999"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82973","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":429,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":31,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":50,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":42.3,"schoolId":82973,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Paradise Professional Development School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Paradise Professional Development School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/paradise-elementary-school/82973"}