{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Raul P Elizondo Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":67.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9119023,"projectId":10026022,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to DonorsChoose for generously funding my project. The materials I requested have been incredibly helpful in making our classroom activities more engaging, interactive, and meaningful for my students. Because of these resources, my students have become more motivated, responsible, and actively involved in their learning.\r\nThe whiteboard markers and erasers, in particular, have greatly improved student participation during instruction. I noticed that students are more willing to spend time solving problems using the whiteboards, and they are excited to share their answers by raising them during discussions. This strategy has encouraged every learner to participate, build confidence, and stay focused during lessons.\r\nThe stickers also became an effective form of positive reinforcement and motivation. I could truly see the glow in my students' eyes whenever they received one. They take pride in their accomplishments, and even small rewards inspire them to do their best and continue improving in class.\r\nIn addition, the wall decors and visual materials have been very useful during discussions and assessments. Students often look at them for guidance and support when answering problems, which helps reinforce the concepts we are learning every day. These classroom resources have created a more welcoming, supportive, and student-centered learning environment.\r\nThank you once again for your generosity and support. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact on my students' learning experiences and has helped create a classroom where they feel encouraged, inspired, and excited to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768677598899,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-student-learning-with-adequat/10026022/","projectTitle":"Supporting Student Learning with Adequate Classroom Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Coca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9119023_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699841761603","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9119023"},{"teacherId":8829086,"projectId":10079957,"letterContent":"The impact of this project has been both immediate and deeply meaningful for my students. From the moment the materials arrived, they became an essential part of our daily learning and creative process. When students first saw the cotton canvas rolls and paint supplies, their excitement was unforgettable. The classroom filled with energy, and one student even unrolled a section of canvas and whispered, \"We're actually going to build the Pride Lands.\" That moment captured exactly what this project has made possible; that learning that feels real, immersive, and unforgettable.\r\n\r\nWe are using these resources every day to connect literacy, performance, and creativity. Our clipboards and notebooks have become powerful learning tools during rehearsals. While one group of students is on stage practicing, the rest of the class is actively engaged in meaningful writing. They are recording character traits, tracking peer performances, drafting stage directions, and reflecting on how voice and expression bring a script to life. Instead of passive waiting, every student is engaged in purposeful literacy work that strengthens writing skills, observation, and critical thinking.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful moments came from a student who is typically quiet and reserved. With their new clipboard in hand, they carefully documented observations during rehearsal. They weren't just watching their classmates perform; they stepped into the role of a \"literacy critic,\" thoughtfully analyzing how expression, tone, and movement shaped the story and deepened the audience's understanding.This shift in engagement has been incredible to witness.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are preparing for our full drama production. Students are now collaborating to transform the cotton canvas into large-scale scenery of the African savannah. They are intentionally incorporating key vocabulary from our literacy units into their artwork, blending academic language with creative expression. These backdrops will serve as the visual centerpiece of our upcoming school and community performances, bringing our learning full circle in a powerful and memorable way.","fullyFundedDate":1772552307510,"projectUrl":"project/students-on-stage-community-in-mind-sp/10079957/","projectTitle":"Students on Stage, Community in Mind: Spreading Literacy Through Drama","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8829086_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753551332765","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tamra-jack"},{"teacherId":8829086,"projectId":10099012,"letterContent":"My students are very excited about the new science resources and spent time exploring the materials as they arrived at the end of the school year. They were immediately curious about the hands on tools like goggles, measuring materials, and building supplies, and it sparked a lot of excitement for future science learning.\r\n\r\nSince this is the end of the school year, we have not yet fully used the materials in instruction. Instead, we are preparing for next year's Amplify Science units and getting ready to integrate these resources into our investigations from the very beginning of the school year.\r\n\r\nNext year, students will use these materials to conduct hands on experiments, build models, collect data, and explore real world science concepts like forces, motion, matter, and life science. They will work like scientists through inquiry, collaboration, and problem solving.\r\n\r\nI am looking forward to seeing students engage deeply with these tools from day one and build confidence as young scientists through active, hands on learning.","fullyFundedDate":1772386004258,"projectUrl":"project/restocking-hands-on-science-for-our-elem/10099012/","projectTitle":"Restocking Hands-On Science for Our Elementary Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8829086_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753551332765","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tamra-jack"},{"teacherId":9219766,"projectId":10030607,"letterContent":"I would like to thank you for donating materials and books to both my reading and social studies groups. When the packages arrived, I waited to open them with my students, and the looks on their faces were priceless. They were so excited seeing all of the materials and my reading comprehnsion group was eccstatic to receive their new chapter book, The Trumpet of the Swan. \r\n\r\n My students and I use the donated social studies and reading comprehension materials daily. I use the timer with all of my groups at various times for grouping and time management. I was able to use the social studies materials with both my kindergarten and first-grade groups to supplement the daily curriculum while reinforcing and reteaching concepts introduced during initial instruction. For example, I have been working with my kindergartners on building their self-esteem and strong character traits, and was able to reinforce the concept with an activity from one of the donated resources. \r\n\r\nI work with a group of fourth graders on reading comprehension, and we are reading The Trumpet of the Swan. We use the reading comprehension blocks and flip book daily to improve our reading comprehension skills. My students are consistently showing growth and progress whilst enjoying the adventure of the story.","fullyFundedDate":1768696954857,"projectUrl":"project/ms-matas-world-of-social-studies-and-r/10030607/","projectTitle":"Ms. Mata’s World of Social Studies and Reading Comprehension","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9219766"},{"teacherId":10237356,"projectId":9674427,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my class! My goal is to keep building a classroom where my students are actively engaged, focused, and excited to learn. Right now, I'm using the headphones to support independent work and small group instruction, and it's making a huge difference. Students are able to really concentrate during listening activities and interventions, which allows me to better meet their individual needs. At the same time, something as simple as whiteboard markers and erasers is getting everyone more involved. Students are eager to participate, share their thinking, and take risks because it feels low-pressure and interactive.\r\n\r\nI'm also intentionally using the boomwhackers, egg shakers, and dance scarves to bring movement and creativity into our learning. We're practicing patterns, rhythm, and counting while also connecting those skills to literacy, like breaking apart syllables and building fluency. Students are working together, creating their own patterns, and performing them for each other, which is building both confidence and collaboration. Moving forward, I'm continuing to build on these experiences so students can keep making connections across subjects while feeling joyful, supported, and successful in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1760693754290,"projectUrl":"project/music-for-one-music-for-all/9674427/","projectTitle":"Music For One, Music For All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Snarr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10237356"},{"teacherId":10414304,"projectId":10046477,"letterContent":"From the depths of my heart, thank you.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom has been gifted more than just materials—you have allowed us to slow down, to breathe, and to truly connect. The \"Calm Minds Connect to the Heart\" resources are already making a meaningful difference in our daily routines.\r\n\r\nEach day, our students are learning how to pause, take mindful breaths, and return to a place of calm. What may seem like a simple moment of stillness is becoming a powerful tool for self-regulation, focus, and emotional well-being. In a world that often feels fast and overwhelming, you have helped create a space where children feel safe, seen, and supported.\r\n\r\nI have watched students who once struggled to manage big emotions begin to settle themselves with confidence. I've seen classrooms shift from chaos to calm in just a few intentional moments. Most importantly, I've seen students begin to believe in their ability to take care of their minds.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and our entire learning community, I would like to express our sincere gratitude for your belief in us, your support, and your involvement in our students' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1769192063816,"projectUrl":"project/calm-minds-connect-to-heart/10046477/","projectTitle":"Calm Minds Connect to Heart!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Jo Ann Cason","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414304"},{"teacherId":9213715,"projectId":9990008,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful to our generous donors for supporting the project \"Squeeze the Stress Away: Positive Behavior Rewards for Students.\" Because of your kindness, my students now have access to calming tools that help them manage stress and stay focused during learning. We have been using the materials during transitions and independent work time, and one memorable moment was seeing a student use a stress tool to calm down and successfully return to completing their assignment. When the students first saw the materials, they were excited, curious, and eager to try them, and this immediately created a more positive and supportive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we are continuing to build strong social-emotional skills in our classroom. Our next steps include incorporating these tools into daily routines and connecting them with lessons on self-regulation and positive behavior. Students are learning how to recognize their emotions and choose strategies that help them stay engaged and respectful. Your generosity is making a lasting difference, and we truly appreciate the opportunity to create a classroom where students feel supported, confident, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1768060394765,"projectUrl":"project/squeeze-the-stress-away-positive-behavi/9990008/","projectTitle":"Squeeze the Stress Away: Positive Behavior Rewards for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ammogawen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9213715_orig.png?crop=1600,1600,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692747685389","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9213715"},{"teacherId":2196211,"projectId":10008236,"letterContent":"I can not express my gratitude enough. Thank you for helping make this year in first grade so memorable and fun for my class. \r\n\r\nThey are LOVING the new supplies, materials, snacks, and treats provided by you! We use these donated supplies daily to help make our learning environment more engaging. We have been having class incentive parties with lots of fun treats donated by you! Centers are filled with colorful, interactive materials now. \r\n\r\nI know this group will always remember our classroom thanks to your help!","fullyFundedDate":1768189016302,"projectUrl":"project/fill-first-grade-with-fun/10008236/","projectTitle":"Fill First Grade With Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McDevitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2196211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675133858630","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2196211"},{"teacherId":2859445,"projectId":10008277,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our class reach our goal! Everyone in class has loved using the new scoop seats, paper, and treasure box treats that we received thanks to your generous donations.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Fun Fridays are more fun and colorful now with our new supplies. We have already used many of the supplies for art projects and can not wait to continue making learning bright and fun! We are able to relax and get rewards on Friday's too! Thank you so much for making our first grade year unforgettable!","fullyFundedDate":1768199165681,"projectUrl":"project/making-first-grade-fun/10008277/","projectTitle":"Making First Grade Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2859445_orig.jpg?crop=1955,1955,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698880256081","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2859445"},{"teacherId":10403763,"projectId":10018091,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a more supportive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment for my primary students with autism.\r\n\r\nThe sensory and classroom materials you provided are already making a powerful difference. Many of my students experience the world in unique ways, and having access to sensory tools which helps them regulate their emotions, stay focused, and feel safe in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, students who once struggled to sit for even a few minutes are now able to participate in lessons, complete tasks, and interact more positively with their peers. The visual and hands-on resources also support communication, independence, and confidence skills that are essential both inside and outside the classroom.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your support shows my students that there are people who care about them, believe in them, and want them to succeed. That message alone is incredibly powerful.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a classroom where every child feels understood, supported, and empowered to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1768534771210,"projectUrl":"project/autism-essentials/10018091/","projectTitle":"Autism Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bagguatan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10403763_orig.jpg?crop=2341,2341,x85,y2056&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768274690925","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403763"},{"teacherId":4518598,"projectId":10030356,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project, \"Equipping Students With the Tools to Learn.\"\r\nYour donation helped me give my students essential school supplies so they can be prepared, confident, and successful in their learning. By supplying students with the necessary tools for learning, this project helped create an equitable and supportive classroom environment where all students are prepared to engage in lessons across all subject areas, including reading, writing, mathematics, and science.\r\n\r\nStudents use headphones every day with their Chromebooks. They also use the folders, notebooks, pencils, colored pencils, and crayons on a daily basis. Thank you for providing the basic supplies they need every day. They were especially excited about the treasure box items. They are rewards for good behavior, class participation, and achievement. They really liked the dinosaur eggs, animal erasers, squishies, fidget toys, and stress balls. Thank you for putting smiles on their faces!","fullyFundedDate":1768703630070,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-students-with-the-tools-to-lea/10030356/","projectTitle":"Equipping Students With the Tools to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cummings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4518598_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1500058303268","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4518598"},{"teacherId":9366903,"projectId":9990018,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support of our school library. Thanks to your funding, our students have already begun benefiting in meaningful ways—our younger learners were so excited to use the new crayons, and their creativity truly came to life. The Micro:bits have been a huge success as well; students have absolutely loved the hands-on coding experience and have been fully engaged in learning new problem-solving skills. Your contribution has helped us create a more organized, welcoming, and inspiring space where students feel motivated to explore, learn, and take pride in their work. Thank you for making such a positive impact on our students' learning journey!","fullyFundedDate":1768068145294,"projectUrl":"project/coding-creativity-and-a-love-of-readin/9990018/","projectTitle":"Coding, Creativity, and a Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Henriquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9366903"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_67093","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":582,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":32,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":50,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":8,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":33.0,"schoolId":67093,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Raul P Elizondo Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Raul P Elizondo Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/raul-p-elizondo-elementary-school/67093"}