{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Steve Schorr Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8063680,"projectId":8454110,"letterContent":"What initially began as a project to fund a set of tablets for a more independent and interactive learning environment unfortunately had to shift due to product availability issues and delays in the ordering process.\r\n\r\nWhile I wasn't able to purchase the original items, I worked hard to stay true to the heart of the project: using technology to enhance learning, personalize instruction, and help students become more independent.\r\n\r\nOne unexpected change during this time was a new school policy that no longer allowed students to take Chromebooks home. As a result, part of the funding was used to create a more organized Chromebook charging and storage station in our classroom. The organizers, cable clips, and accessories helped create a system that students could use independently to retrieve, store, and charge their devices. It may seem like a small change, but it gave students more ownership and responsibility while making technology easier to access throughout the day.\r\n\r\nAlthough a full set of tablets was no longer available, we were able to purchase one tablet that became an interactive learning center for sight word practice, instructional videos, and other digital activities. We also expanded the technology resources available through students' Clever accounts so they could continue accessing engaging content during centers and independent work time.\r\n\r\nWith the remaining funds, we purchased a green screen and ring light, which quickly became one of my students' favorite additions to our classroom. We partnered with an older grade level and used the equipment to bring our writing to life. Students worked through the writing process, published their pieces, and recorded themselves reading their work on camera. Seeing themselves as published authors was incredibly exciting and gave them a sense of pride in their learning. Since then, we've also used the equipment for special projects and classroom celebrations.\r\n\r\nI sincerely apologize for the delay in sending this note of appreciation. The ordering delays and changes to the project made implementation take longer than expected, but the end result was a classroom full of new opportunities for learning, creativity, and independence.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity, flexibility, and patience. While this project didn't unfold exactly as originally planned, it ultimately gave my students exactly what they needed. Your support helped create meaningful learning experiences that would not have been possible otherwise, and the impact will continue to be felt by many classes to come.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for investing in my students and believing in the power of education. Your kindness truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1726797097418,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-centers-scan-it-and-learn/8454110/","projectTitle":"Interactive Centers: Scan It and Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Matusiak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8063680_orig.jpg?crop=2210,2210,x0,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690492169235","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/matusiak"},{"teacherId":8063680,"projectId":10042465,"letterContent":"My students walked into the classroom with a mix of excitement and curiosity. They could immediately tell that something had changed. As we introduced the new routines and expectations surrounding the shelves, center activity setup, and stools, it quickly became clear that the updated space would improve traffic flow and make our classroom more functional. And it did just that!\r\n\r\nWe have several intermediate students who joined our class to support small groups, and having additional seating along with a more organized, streamlined space for independent work was a game changer for everyone. The new setup helped create an environment that encouraged both collaboration and independence, keeping students engaged and motivated to learn.\r\n\r\nBy the end of the year, our students achieved amazing growth, and a large part of that success can be attributed to having a learning environment that supported their needs so effectively.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity and for making such a meaningful impact on our classroom. Your support has truly made a difference for our students in a big way.","fullyFundedDate":1768855592082,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-everything-and-everyone/10042465/","projectTitle":"A Place for Everything and Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Matusiak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8063680_orig.jpg?crop=2210,2210,x0,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690492169235","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/matusiak"},{"teacherId":9360103,"projectId":10093025,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our classroom. There are many ways we will use these manipulatives. The one I am most excited for is making fractions more concrete and hands on. We will be able to make connections and build a stronger foundation for deeper understanding for a concept that is a struggle for the majority of people. These different materials really demonstrate that fractions are a relationship and not a quantity. The anchor charts will be used to display the math vocabulary and different math strategies around the room.","fullyFundedDate":1779304964921,"projectUrl":"project/more-math-manipulatives/10093025/","projectTitle":"More Math Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kent","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9360103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702107007404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9360103"},{"teacherId":8349049,"projectId":10069284,"letterContent":"Your support has already made a meaningful difference in my classroom. The new resources you provided have helped my students stay more engaged, focused, and excited about their learning. Many people think of school supplies as simple tools, but in our room they are essential for helping students express their thinking, organize their ideas, and stay motivated throughout the day. When students have what they need right in front of them, they are far more willing to take risks, participate, and push through challenging work.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting for my students is having materials that make learning feel fresh and accessible. Whether they are using colorful tools to represent math thinking, organizing their work more clearly, or having supplies readily available instead of waiting or sharing, it has created a smoother and more confident learning environment. I've noticed students who are usually hesitant are now more willing to participate because they feel prepared and included.\r\n\r\nThere are a few students in particular who have really warmed to these new resources. One student who typically struggles with focus now takes pride in organizing their work neatly and staying on task longer than before. Another student who rarely volunteered to share is now more confident because the tools help them structure their thinking. These small shifts have added up to a big change in classroom culture—students feel capable, supported, and proud of their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1778068701403,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-learning-with-teacher-created/10069284/","projectTitle":"Empowering Learning with Teacher-Created Resources Lunar New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Picciano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8349049"},{"teacherId":9366251,"projectId":10038524,"letterContent":"Thank you, again, for your very generous donations to our classroom! We appreciate your support in helping our class to learn and grow this year. Creating a comfortable reading area in our classroom, and adding exciting, new books to our classroom library, helped our class to work toward reaching their AR Reading goals for semester two.\r\nIn addition, when our class received the new learning materials, they were thrilled! It was such a memorable moment in our school year. Students were so happy to sit on our new, colorful ABC carpet, to use the comfy pillow cushions, whisper phones, and to read our new collections of books together. \r\nMoreover, your generous donations truly made a difference for our class this year. We enjoyed using all of the new classroom materials. Thank you, again! Have a wonderful summer!","fullyFundedDate":1772673391532,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-cozy-reading-corner-for-1st-g/10038524/","projectTitle":"Creating a Cozy Reading Corner for 1st Grade Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cutrone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9366251_orig.jpg?crop=2470,2470,x168,y70&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699849782040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9366251"},{"teacherId":8174550,"projectId":10041638,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and for investing directly in my students' literacy growth! The arrival of these high-quality books and storage bins has completely transformed our reading community here at Steve Schorr Elementary. Because our book selections span grades 2–6, I have been able to intentionally differentiate my instruction to meet the individual needs of all 55 of my learners. My developing readers are building immense confidence with the accessible language of Dragons and Marshmallows and Beezus and Ramona, while The Wild Robot and Ophelia and the Marvelous Boy have pushed my advanced readers with rich vocabulary and deep, complex themes. Having multiple copies of each title has allowed us to launch independent book clubs and guided reading groups, sparking meaningful, student-led conversations that are actively building their comprehension, fluency, and critical thinking skills.\r\nThe impact of this project goes far beyond standard instruction; it has fostered a deep sense of empathy, resilience, and global perspective in our classroom. My students have been absolutely captivated by the powerful graphic novel format of When Stars Are Scattered, while The Questioneers series has inspired a beautiful growth mindset, encouraging them to collaborate and problem-solve together. Additionally, the new Huwena plastic cubby bins have completely streamlined our classroom organization. By keeping our materials neatly sorted with self-adhesive labels, my students can now independently select appropriate texts, which promotes responsibility and maximizes our precious instructional time.our support has not only bridged that gap but has shown my students that their education and voices truly matter. Thank you for nurturing a lifelong love of reading in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1772310720466,"projectUrl":"project/literature-circles/10041638/","projectTitle":"Literature Circles!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Addleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8174550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734826002859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8174550"},{"teacherId":8174550,"projectId":9872778,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your amazing support! Our fourth-grade classroom is buzzing with creativity and focus thanks to your beautiful donation. The packs of bright colored paper, gel pens, and telescoping marker tower have completely spruced up our art center, giving the students a premium, vibrant space to sketch out graphic novels of their own and design gorgeous projects. We've even tucked away the plastic snow globes kit, which the kids are already eager to use for an incredible winter craft display later this year. Your kindness has injected so much color and artistic energy into our daily school routines.\r\nThe flexible floor seats have also made a huge impact on student engagement, allowing the kids to choose a comfortable, independent workspace that fits their learning style during center rotations. Whether they are sitting together for partner activities with the new Max Crumbly and Junie B. Jones books or working quietly at their desks with perfectly sharpened pencils from our new heavy-duty sharpeners, the atmosphere in our room has shifted to one of pure focus and pride. You have provided my students with tools that make them feel valued, comfortable, and excited to succeed. Thank you for your wonderful generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1762379373724,"projectUrl":"project/holly-jolly-fourth-gaders/9872778/","projectTitle":"Holly, Jolly Fourth Gaders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Addleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8174550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734826002859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8174550"},{"teacherId":8174550,"projectId":9715080,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! The arrival of these materials has completely transformed our fourth-grade classroom library and created an environment where reading is genuinely exciting. The 360-degree rotating bookshelves have completely spruced up our reading center, making it look like a real bookstore where the kids can independently spin and browse for their next favorite read. They are absolutely obsessed with the new book collections—especially diving into The Bad Guys, The Questioneers, Cat on the Run, and Thelma the Unicorn. Having these high-interest graphic novels and STEM-focused picture books has sparked so much joy, and even my most reluctant readers are constantly lined up to grab a new book from the shelves.\r\nBeyond fueling their love for reading, your donation has brought a brilliant wave of organization to our daily routines. The rolling utility carts and colorful classroom paper trays have streamlined our storage setup, making it incredibly easy for students to find materials for centers and neatly hand in their daily work. We used the address labels to perfectly catalog our new inventory, ensuring everything stays exactly where it belongs. By blending a beautiful new reading space with a highly organized classroom, you have given my fourth graders a space they can truly feel proud of. Thank you for making such a lasting, positive impact on our education!","fullyFundedDate":1758853063219,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-organized/9715080/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Organized!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Addleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8174550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734826002859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8174550"},{"teacherId":9360103,"projectId":10182071,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my classroom. Ending this school year almost ready for next year is a great feeling! The sticker jar is full of a variety of stickers the students will enjoy, the colored pencils are sharp and fresh, and the lamps bring a cozy feel to our bookshelf. My current students are loving the assortment of stickers to end the year. They have benefited from the new supplies that will carry over for the beginning of next school year. It is always so wonderful to have generous donations. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1777985940175,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-start/10182071/","projectTitle":"Fresh Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kent","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9360103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702107007404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9360103"},{"teacherId":10410351,"projectId":10036717,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project for dramatic play materials! Because of your generosity, our pre-k students now have a brand new kitchen and supermarket area in our classroom. These materials have quickly become one of the most loved and engaging parts of our day.\r\n\r\nThe students were beyond excited when they first saw the new dramatic play center. Their faces lit up as they explored the kitchen, pretended to cook meals, stocked the grocery shelves, and took turns being cashiers and shoppers. Many of our students have autism and benefit greatly from hands-on, play-based learning opportunities. These materials have helped encourage communication, social interaction, turn-taking, problem-solving, and imaginative play in meaningful and natural ways.\r\n\r\nWe use the dramatic play area daily during centers and structured social learning activities. One special moment was watching students who are typically hesitant to interact begin engaging with peers through pretend grocery shopping and cooking together. Some students practiced using new vocabulary words like \"buy,\" \"cook,\" \"open,\" and \"help,\" while others worked on requesting items, sharing materials, and following routines within play. It has truly become a space where learning and joy come together.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our classroom lessons, we will be incorporating the kitchen and supermarket into our community helper, nutrition, and life skills units. Students will practice real-world skills such as identifying foods, sorting items, counting money, following simple recipes, and engaging in cooperative play with classmates. These materials will continue supporting both academic and social-emotional growth throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and helping create meaningful learning experiences for our classroom. Your kindness and generosity are making a lasting impact on our young learners every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1768756710422,"projectUrl":"project/learning-to-communicate-through-dramatic/10036717/","projectTitle":"Learning to Communicate Through Dramatic Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Goheen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10410351"},{"teacherId":2038582,"projectId":9997930,"letterContent":"We are very grateful for your generosity. Our students get to do hands-on activities to use the alphabet materials on a daily basis to learn letter and sound recognition; letter writing and forming simple sentences. The materials provide visual support for our students with autism. Manipulatives, hands-on activities, kinesthetic learning help our students engage in their learning task and focus better. We are planning to use these materials for future students for years to come. \r\nThank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1768151186241,"projectUrl":"project/alphabet-adventures-touch-play-learn/9997930/","projectTitle":"Alphabet Adventures: Touch, Play, Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dao","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2038582_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468735952653","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sophiathuynguyen"},{"teacherId":8140086,"projectId":10036055,"letterContent":"At Steve Schorr Elementary School, the school garden is taken care of by the Garden Committee and an after school Garden Club. Both groups worked together to decide what materials the school garden was most in need of. \r\n\r\nThe school garden is a large space so we decided to fill it in more with some metal garden beds. We were able to get each grade level their own garden bed, a variety of flower seeds, soil, and watering can. Students and staff worked together to build the garden bed and fill them with the soil. Next school year each grade level will be given the seeds and watering can to plant. Everyone is excited to see the garden beds come to life with wild flowers of all shapes and colors. \r\n\r\nAnother item that the Garden Committee and Garden Club decided on was wood stain. The garden has a small wood stand that we have been using for after school Farmer's Markets. We would like the stand to last a long time and also look nice. The wood stain helped clean up the farmer's market stand and made it look brand new. Not that long ago we were able to put our improved Farmer's Market stand to use at an after school night. The newly stained bins were filled with crafts, flowers, and vegetables. \r\n\r\nThank you for your support in making our school garden a learning environment that not only the Garden Committee and Garden Club can use but also every student at Steve Schorr ES.","fullyFundedDate":1768746004385,"projectUrl":"project/growing-gardens-and-growing-learners/10036055/","projectTitle":"Growing Gardens and Growing Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8140086"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_32151","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":678,"numTeachers":51,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":16,"percentBlack":6,"percentWhite":21,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":32,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":4,"percentMultiracialImputed":16,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":67.5,"schoolId":32151,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Steve Schorr Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Steve Schorr Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/steven-schoolorr-elementary-school/32151"}