{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Tom Williams Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":48.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9357831,"projectId":9609779,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! The students were incredibly excited to see the new books arrive and could not wait for them to be processed into our school library. Almost immediately, the books were eagerly checked out by our students. It is a joy to see them sitting together in bean bags, deeply focused and sharing stories with one another. These titles help our students develop a love for reading by sharing stories that connect to their real-world experiences through relatable characters and themes. \r\n\r\nIn fact, the demand has been so high that we started a hold list for several of the titles. This level of engagement is critical, as access to high-interest books is essential for improving literacy learning outcomes and academic success. By providing these engaging books, you are helping my students build the confidence they need to become lifelong readers. Thank you for investing in my students and their future. I sincerely value your contributions to our library and the love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1758860759313,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-minds-through-reading/9609779/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Minds Through Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Royer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9357831_orig.jpg?crop=1034,1034,x1048,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700760554522","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9357831"},{"teacherId":7764295,"projectId":9698978,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in bringing our \"Plugging into the Groove\" project to life. When the two Kala electric ukuleles arrived at Tom Williams Elementary, the excitement in the music room was electric—literally! Thanks to you, our modern band ensembles in North Las Vegas now have some of the professional-grade tools they need to explore the music of today.\r\n\r\nBefore these instruments arrived, our students were limited to acoustic sounds that often got lost when playing alongside drums or keyboards. Now, these two ukuleles allow our lead players to \"plug in\" and be heard. This transition from acoustic to electric has fundamentally changed the way my students view themselves; they no longer see themselves as just music students, but as performing artists. They have spent the last few weeks learning how to manage amplification and dial in their own \"tone,\" which has added a whole new layer of technical science to our music lessons.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been especially profound for a few of my students who were previously shy. The \"cool factor\" of the electric Kala ukuleles gave them the boost of confidence they needed to step up and take a solo for the first time. Watching their peers cheer for them during a rehearsal is a memory I will cherish, and it was made possible entirely by your support. Thank you for believing in the power of music education and for investing in the creative futures of the children here at Tom Williams ES.","fullyFundedDate":1758563362778,"projectUrl":"project/plugging-into-the-groove-modernizing-mu/9698978/","projectTitle":"Plugging into the Groove: Modernizing Music with Electric Ukuleles","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Royer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7764295_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y602&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690569979470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7764295"},{"teacherId":7764295,"projectId":9485973,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding the QBall wireless microphone for my music class! Your support for the project \"A QBall Microphone for Musical Discussions.\" has enhanced how my students engage in musical discussions and critical discourse.\r\n\r\nClass discussions are often a challenge. Voices from our quieter students were frequently lost, and the conversation was typically dominated by a few louder voices. We were missing out on valuable insights from many students.\r\n\r\nThe QBall instantly transformed this dynamic. Its tossable design makes the simple act of speaking fun and inclusive, and the crystal-clear audio ensures that when a student speaks, every classmate can hear them, no matter where they are sitting. This piece of technology has truly become a powerful equalizer in our room.\r\n\r\nI've seen a remarkable boost in participation. For instance, during a music history lesson, students who had never offered an unsolicited comment eagerly caught the microphone to share their ideas. The QBall empowers every student.\r\n\r\nYour gift is a direct investment in student confidence and critical thinking. You've helped us build a more equitable, engaging, and lively learning space where every student feels their contributions are valuable and deserve to be heard.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your incredible kindness and support of public education.","fullyFundedDate":1755537917184,"projectUrl":"project/a-qball-microphone-for-musical-discussio/9485973/","projectTitle":"A QBall Microphone for Musical Discussions.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Royer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7764295_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y602&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690569979470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7764295"},{"teacherId":8173476,"projectId":9144968,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude to you for making the music possible. I was thrilled to learn of my selection for this honor and I am deeply appreciative of your support.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support. Because of the opportunity you have provided me, I am one step closer to achieving my dreams. I hope to one day give back and help other students achieve their goals just as you have helped me.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your donations and helping my special need students.\r\n Your love for the students is beyond words.","fullyFundedDate":1751644673244,"projectUrl":"project/fitness-is-fun-with-music/9144968/","projectTitle":"Fitness Is Fun With Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gondini","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8173476_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637088619835","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8173476"},{"teacherId":9357831,"projectId":9026670,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping my students receive these wonderful books! I have used several of them as read alouds during my library lessons. For instance, I read A Day With No Words during Autism Acceptance month. This book created a great discussion about both acceptance and the difference between verbal and nonverbal communication. We then practiced communicating with each other using only nonverbal communication! \r\n\r\nStudents enjoy checking books out from the library and sharing with their friends. These books are fabulous for supporting all my K-5 students in their reading interest and reading conversations. Plus, reading high interests books helps maintain a motivation for lifelong reading. My students and I appreciate your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1744666999547,"projectUrl":"project/eyes-sparkle-when-new-books-arrive/9026670/","projectTitle":"Eyes Sparkle When New Books Arrive!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Royer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9357831_orig.jpg?crop=1034,1034,x1048,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700760554522","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9357831"},{"teacherId":8168732,"projectId":8040900,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classroom. The students were able to practice social emotional skills, while participating in engaging activities! \r\n They loved their free time using all of the amazing items. The Legos were a major hit, as well as the marble run. Magnaforms and puzzles were a hit ticket item, as well. \r\n The students practiced taking turns, using their voice and advocating for their turn and compromise. Free time created a safe, fun and walking environment for the students! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1700403272307,"projectUrl":"project/motivation-and-exploration/8040900/","projectTitle":"Motivation and Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brockway","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8168732"},{"teacherId":8173476,"projectId":8927322,"letterContent":"Me and my students love using the new resources the timers work great and keep them motivated. Share a specific classroom project or moment, we used the for field day and many running events.\r\n\r\nHow did your students react when they first saw the materials? My students went wild when they saw the timers and wat to use them for every thing.\r\n\r\nYour donors got a little peek into your classroom by contributing to your project, and we know that they'd love to learn more. What are the next steps for your students on a current classroom lesson or project? we are going to use the timers for every running event for the next school year.","fullyFundedDate":1740698665787,"projectUrl":"project/speed-for-students-with-disabilities/8927322/","projectTitle":"Speed for Students With Disabilities","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gondini","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8173476_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637088619835","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8173476"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82989","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":538,"numTeachers":55,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":91,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"9.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":51.4,"schoolId":82989,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Tom Williams Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Tom Williams Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/tom-williams-elementary-school/82989"}