{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Steve Schorr Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5867014,"projectId":7124341,"letterContent":"Dear Generous Donor,\r\nThank you for restocking my classroom with supplies my first graders reach for every single day. It's easy to overlook the \"basics,\" but as their teacher, I can tell you these are the tools that keep learning moving without interruption — and your gift means my students will have what they need all year long.\r\nThe Expo Dry Erase Markers are the lifeblood of our whiteboard work. Every math problem we solve together, every word we sound out, every quick check-for-understanding happens with a marker in hand. Fresh, vibrant ones mean no more shaking a dying marker while a student waits to share their answer.\r\nThe Elmer's Glue Sticks will fuel countless projects this year — from gluing sight words into journals to building interactive notebooks and art projects. Glue disappears fast in a first-grade classroom, and having a full supply means creativity never has to pause.\r\nThe Ticonderoga Pencils are something my students go through constantly as they practice handwriting, complete math work, and build their independence. Having reliable, well-sharpened pencils on hand means less time hunting for something to write with and more time actually writing.\r\nAnd the Sharpie Permanent Markers help me label everything from student folders to classroom bins to project materials — keeping our room organized so my students can find what they need and take ownership of their space.\r\nNone of these items are glamorous, but they are the quiet backbone of a classroom that runs smoothly. Because of you, my students can focus on learning instead of me worrying about running out of the basics. Thank you for seeing the value in the everyday tools that make a first-grade classroom work — and for showing up for these kids.\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1680788143708,"projectUrl":"project/saving-the-day-with-supplies/7124341/","projectTitle":"Saving the Day With Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Best","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5867014_orig.png?crop=1831,1831,x117,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601047683547","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5867014"},{"teacherId":6546953,"projectId":9993184,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support for our classroom! When the boxes with our new library organization tools and books arrived, my students were over the moon. The excitement in the room was palpable—they couldn't wait to unbox everything, explore the new titles, and help set up our newly organized reading corner. Seeing their eyes light up as they browsed through neatly sorted categories made the moment so special.\r\n\r\nWith our new organized library system, finding a \"just-right\" book has become a seamless and enjoyable adventure for my students. During independent reading time, students can easily navigate to genres and topics that excite them, spending less time searching and more time immersed in reading. One memorable moment was watching a student who usually hesitates to pick up a book proudly navigate the organized bins, find a title that sparked their interest, and dive straight into reading without distraction.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we are leveraging this refreshed library space for our upcoming independent research and creative writing projects. Students will use these accessible resources to explore new subjects, build literacy skills, and share book recommendations with their peers. Your generosity has transformed our classroom environment into a welcoming space where a love for reading can truly thrive.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n\r\nMs. Stotts","fullyFundedDate":1768108215341,"projectUrl":"project/organized-adventures-a-library-for-eage/9993184/","projectTitle":"Organized Adventures: A Library for Eager Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stotts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6546953_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698945608546","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-stotts"},{"teacherId":9130508,"projectId":10255559,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity towards my class project! As I prepared for the upcoming school year, I needed to replace many classroom supplies, including these zipper bags which hold center materials for each student. I also moved to a different (smaller) classroom this year, and your donations helped to provide much needed organizational systems fir paper and other materials in my room. I also needed a new classroom rug that was smaller than what our school provides, so your generosity helped provide a new class rug for my kindergartners. The rug truly brings the whole room together, and I am excited to welcome my new students into our room when I meet them this week.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our project and my desire to make our classroom comfortable, colorful, and inspiring for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1778007703597,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-reset-from-computer-lab-to/10255559/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Reset: From Computer Lab to Kindergarten Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Munemitsu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9130508_orig.jpg?crop=982,983,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693115610185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9130508"},{"teacherId":5867014,"projectId":6632686,"letterContent":"Dear Generous Donor,\r\nI don't have the words to fully capture what your generosity means to my students, but I'm going to try. Because of you, my classroom is now filled with tools that will shape how my first graders learn, read, and see themselves as capable, curious learners — and I wanted you to know exactly what that looks like in practice.\r\nLet's start with the Double-Sided Magnetic Write & Wipe Boards. These three sets of ten mean that for the first time, every single one of my students can have a personal whiteboard in their hands during lessons. Instead of a few students raising hands while the rest wait quietly, I can now ask a question and watch every child think, write, and show me their answer at the same time. It's a small shift that makes a huge difference — quiet learners find their voice, and I get a real-time window into who needs more support before a concept gets away from them.\r\nThen there's the Kindergarten Guided Reading Collection and the At-Home Learning Guided Reading Multilevel Pack. Thirty books, spanning a full range of reading levels, now live in our classroom library and in my small-group reading toolkit. Learning to read is one of the most important — and most personal — journeys a child takes in first grade. No two students get there the same way or at the same pace. These books let me meet each child exactly where they are, whether that's sounding out their first CVC words or building fluency and confidence with longer stories. And because some of these books can travel home, reading practice doesn't have to stop at the classroom door. Families get to be part of the journey too.\r\nThe Classroom Magnetic Letters Kit might be the item I'm most excited about. There is something almost magical about the way young children learn letters and sounds through touch and play. Watching a student physically build a word, letter by letter, and then read it back to me — that moment when it clicks — is one of my favorite parts of teaching. This kit turns our whiteboard easel into a hands-on literacy center that my students will use every single day.\r\nPlease know that these aren't just supplies sitting on a shelf. They are already becoming part of our daily rhythm — during morning meeting, small group instruction, literacy centers, and independent work time. Every time a student picks up a magnetic letter, writes on their personal whiteboard, or curls up with a new book, they are benefiting directly from your kindness.\r\nTeaching first grade means watching children take some of their very first steps toward independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Thanks to you, I have better tools to help them get there. On behalf of my whole class — thank you for believing in public education, and for believing in these kids.\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1669765707218,"projectUrl":"project/rocking-with-our-donors-choose/6632686/","projectTitle":"Rocking With Our Donors Choose","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Best","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5867014_orig.png?crop=1831,1831,x117,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601047683547","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5867014"},{"teacherId":9360103,"projectId":10300656,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my classroom and helping us have a strong start to a new year! The lamps will help create a fun and welcoming atmosphere to learn in. The paint by sticker books will be used as a fun reward as part of fun Friday. These were a definite favorite for my students last year and I know they will be loved again this year. The students love choosing a picture and slowly seeing it come to life. It is also a great hands on, screen free activity which is a bonus. The teachers pay teachers gift cards will help support each student to supplement materials and make learning more engaging.","fullyFundedDate":1780513954413,"projectUrl":"project/sticky-fun/10300656/","projectTitle":"Sticky Fun","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":6631546,"projectId":10012443,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my fifth-grade students have been able to dive into engaging, high-interest books that have sparked meaningful conversations and a genuine excitement for reading. These new books have helped students practice important reading skills such as identifying theme, analyzing characters, making inferences, determining the main idea, citing text evidence, and expanding their vocabulary. Having a variety of books that appeal to different interests has encouraged even some of my most reluctant readers to pick up a book and keep turning the pages.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is much more than simply finishing a book. Students participate in book discussions, respond to reading through writing, share recommendations with classmates, and make connections between what they read and their own lives. During independent reading time, the room is filled with focused, excited readers who are eager to discover what happens next in their stories. It's incredibly rewarding to see students asking for \"just one more chapter\" or excitedly recommending a favorite book to a friend.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were hesitant readers at the beginning of the year have gained confidence because they finally found books that matched their interests and reading levels. Watching them celebrate finishing a book, discuss characters with classmates, and choose another title with excitement has been one of the greatest rewards. Your kindness has helped create a classroom where every student has the opportunity to discover the joy of reading. Thank you for believing in my students and helping them build skills and memories that will last a lifetime.","fullyFundedDate":1768446420051,"projectUrl":"project/reading-in-5th-grade/10012443/","projectTitle":"Reading in 5th grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6631546_orig.jpg?crop=459,459,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651107574727","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6631546"},{"teacherId":7571290,"projectId":9991298,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support of our project, \"Print, Cut, Calculate: Organizing Our Way to Math Success.\" The arrival of the color printer, laminator, label maker, and magnetic math manipulatives completely transformed our classroom dynamic and played a monumental role in helping my fourth graders confidently conquer their SBAC and MAPs testing this year.\r\n\r\nMany people don't realize how much modern elementary math relies on visual and hands-on learning. The magnetic manipulatives allowed my students to physically build fractions, model geometry, and visualize place value right on the board. For fourth graders, abstract math concepts can be incredibly daunting, but having high-quality, physical tools turned intimidating test prep into an interactive, engaging experience. There were several students who previously struggled with math anxiety who completely opened up once they could physically manipulate the pieces to solve a problem.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, the color printer, laminator, and label maker allowed me to create a highly structured, organized learning environment. I was able to print and laminate vibrant, color-coded math toolkits, custom flashcards, and step-by-step strategy guides for every single student. Because these materials were laminated, they survived months of daily, heavy use leading up to testing. The label maker helped us keep all these moving parts organized, meaning no instructional time was wasted looking for supplies. When it came time for MAPs and SBAC testing, my students didn't panic; they visualized the colorful, organized tools they had been using all year. Thank you for giving them the resources they needed to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1768078330587,"projectUrl":"project/print-cut-calculate-organizing-our-wa/9991298/","projectTitle":"Print, Cut, Calculate: Organizing Our Way to Math Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Severance","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7571290_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697743202195","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-severance"},{"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"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_32151","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":699,"numTeachers":51,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":16,"percentBlack":9,"percentWhite":17,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":35,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":3,"percentMultiracialImputed":17,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.7:1","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"}