{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Variety School","outOfStateSupporters":46.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10404304,"projectId":10598143,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom! The new resources have made learning more engaging and interactive for my students. They were excited when the materials arrived and immediately wanted to explore and use them during class activities. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm and appreciation for the opportunities these resources provide.\r\n\r\nWe are already using the materials in hands-on lessons and collaborative projects that help students build confidence and deepen their understanding of key concepts. As we move forward, students will continue using these resources to explore new topics, strengthen critical thinking skills, and complete exciting classroom projects. Your generosity is making a lasting difference in their learning, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1788753913466,"projectUrl":"project/building-skills-through-play-and-learnin/10598143/","projectTitle":"Building Skills Through Play and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kawaz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10404304_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788973315386","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404304"},{"teacherId":9470673,"projectId":9994524,"letterContent":"Students have been using the resources given to us to support instruction in our classroom. They have mostly been using materials as part of the extension activity of their learning.\r\n\r\nThey were very excited to pair tactile materials with pictures and electronic resources. They were able to use the materials with teacher support and also participate in engaging activities with their peers. We did not only increase academic learning but also increased interaction and collaboration among our students with special needs. \r\n\r\nWe will continue to use these materials with care and support more students in their academic learning. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1768108930834,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-learning-tools-for-academic/9994524/","projectTitle":"Interactive Learning Tools for Academic and Behavioral Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9470673"},{"teacherId":10353384,"projectId":9993015,"letterContent":"thanks to you now our school has a lot of resources for mental health and a sensory room full of tools for our special needs children.\r\nThis project impacted the life of over 150 kids, and helped creating a culture of care and mental health support around our school staff as well. \r\nSchools need this assistance and I am happy this is a program that always stands to help our Clark County Schools community. \r\nMy heart is filled with gratitude, and in name of all my special needs students I thank all the support given.","fullyFundedDate":1768181507793,"projectUrl":"project/autistic-kiddos-rocking-sel/9993015/","projectTitle":"Autistic Kiddos Rocking SEL","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tedesco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10353384_orig.jpg?crop=1376,1376,x0,y376&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767994777261","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10353384"},{"teacherId":10400715,"projectId":10068189,"letterContent":"I just want to say how grateful my students and I are for the donations to our classroom, The impact it will have will allow students to practice more functional vocational skill and learn real world skills. We are currently gathering these materials to use for an in classroom simulated grocery store. Students will be stocking shelves, grocery shopping with a visual list and practicing using money as a cashier. These roles of stocker, shopper, and cashier will be rotated and help the students understand jobs and daily skills that go into shopping for food. Your contributions help to support that through the materials provided through donors choose so thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1778853011743,"projectUrl":"project/ms-angies-classroom-of-superstars/10068189/","projectTitle":"Ms. Angie's Classroom of Superstars!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Angie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/room-708"},{"teacherId":9650215,"projectId":10028114,"letterContent":"My students are using the new resources to build functional life skills through our student store and student delivery service. The cash register allows students to practice money skills, communication, decision-making, and independence while managing purchases. The utility cart supports our delivery service by giving students the opportunity to organize items, follow routines, and practice responsibility as they deliver materials around campus.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, they were excited to have tools that made their classroom jobs feel more real and meaningful. They enjoyed taking ownership of their roles and seeing how their work could help others.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue expanding these activities by practicing budgeting, counting money, organizing orders, and improving teamwork and communication skills. These experiences help my students build confidence and develop skills they can use both in and outside of school.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting my students and helping provide opportunities for them to learn, grow, and become more independent. Your generosity has made a meaningful impact in our classroom, and we truly appreciate your support!!","fullyFundedDate":1768684189852,"projectUrl":"project/vocational-skills/10028114/","projectTitle":"Vocational Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9650215_orig.jpg?crop=1243,1243,x574,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724183115320","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9650215"},{"teacherId":9365513,"projectId":9991071,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project. Your generosity means so much to me and to my students. Because of your donations, my students will have access to hands-on learning materials and sensory supports that will help them stay engaged, comfortable, and excited to learn each day.\r\n\r\nEvery child learns differently, and these resources helped them to meet their unique needs while creating more opportunities for growth, communication, and meaningful learning experiences. Seeing my students smile, explore, and gain confidence through these tools is something truly special.","fullyFundedDate":1768077598902,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-and-sensory-support-fo/9991071/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning and Sensory Support For Yy AUsome Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dale Cervantes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9365513_orig.jpg?crop=1834,1834,x0,y158&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699738475810","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9365513"},{"teacherId":10400427,"projectId":10001253,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation toward my classroom project. These materials have truly made a positive impact on my students' learning, and they absolutely love them. \r\n\r\nAs a special education teacher, I work with students who learn in different ways and benefit greatly from hands-on and interactive activities. Because of your support, my students now have access to materials that make learning more engaging, fun, and meaningful for them. Seeing their excitement when we introduced the new items into the classroom was such a wonderful moment. \r\n\r\nWe really appreciate your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1768169990203,"projectUrl":"project/the-art-of-learning-building-skills-for/10001253/","projectTitle":"The Art of Learning: Building Skills for All Abilities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jules","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400427"},{"teacherId":10408323,"projectId":10032134,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity toward my classroom. Your support truly means a lot to me, my staff, and especially my students. We've already started using the materials every day, and it's been amazing to see the impact. One of my favorite moments was watching my students use the sentence construction puzzles—three of my students are working on IEP goals focused on writing complete sentences, and they were able to practice those skills while having fun. When we first opened the boxes, the excitement was unforgettable. One student was overjoyed to see a Grinch-themed book since he loves The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, and discovering Cooking with the Grinch made his day. When we received the toys, the whole classroom was filled with happiness—students were playing, sharing, and showing each other what they got. Even my staff and I were so happy and grateful—we truly feel blessed.\r\n\r\nWe continue to use these resources to support both learning and social growth in our classroom. The sentence puzzles are helping students build confidence in writing, while the social skills activity cards give them a fun and engaging way to practice appropriate responses with peers and in different situations. My students are in a self-contained behavior classroom, and many have autism. Some struggle with self-injurious behaviors or can become overwhelmed, but they are also incredibly sweet and full of joy. The sensory tools you provided have been so helpful—students use fidget toys during activities, bring them during transitions, and visit our cool-down area where calming sensory lights help them regulate their emotions. These supports make a big difference in helping them feel safe, calm, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour donations have also helped me as a teacher. The supplies, especially the cutting tools, have made preparing classroom materials faster and easier, giving me more time to focus on my students. My class has a wide range of interests—some students love reading books, especially ones with real pictures like animals and places, while others learn best through hands-on and sensory play. Because of you, I'm able to better meet their individual needs and create a more engaging and supportive environment. Thank you again for believing in my students and making a difference in our classroom every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1768711697983,"projectUrl":"project/materials-that-inspire-calm-confidence/10032134/","projectTitle":"Materials That Inspire Calm, Confidence, and Curiosity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Belarma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408323"},{"teacherId":8119828,"projectId":9989597,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donation of musical instruments to my classrooms. They LOVE the glow in the dark color changing drum sticks. We had a few before, but now I have enough for everyone to have a set. I also bought usb charging station. I can now charge all of the drum sticks at the end of the day, so they are ready for class the next morning. This is a classroom favorite for sure!\r\n\r\nI have many students who have also benefited from the sensory items that were included. Sometimes they just need something in the hand they can manipulate in order to stay calm. These have worked wonders. I will be including pictures of my students using all of the materials. You will see our class puppet Mr. Fox in many of the pictures. He is always participating with my students and wants to use the instruments too! Thank you so much for the generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1768060890573,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-items-manipulatives-with-a-glo/9989597/","projectTitle":"Sensory Items, Manipulatives, with a Glow in the Dark Party!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Behrmann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8119828"},{"teacherId":9831011,"projectId":9990331,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to meaningful tools that help them navigate their emotions, build self-regulation skills, and feel more confident throughout the school day. In a special-needs, behavioral setting like ours, these supports are not just helpful—they are essential. Your contribution directly impacts our students' ability to feel safe, understood, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWith the addition of sensory tools such as fidgets, musical instruments, sand trays, and calming visuals, our students now have hands-on ways to manage stress, express themselves, and reset when emotions become overwhelming. These resources are already enhancing our Social Emotional Learning lessons and giving students structured opportunities to practice calming their bodies and minds. It's incredible to see them begin to use these tools independently and take ownership of their emotional growth.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping transform our classrooms into supportive, inclusive environments where every student has the opportunity to thrive. On behalf of our 150 students, thank you for believing in them and investing in their success. Your support is making a lasting difference in their lives each and every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768233722958,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-emotional-regulation-in-our-s/9990331/","projectTitle":"Supporting Emotional Regulation in Our Special Education Classrooms","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCarthy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9831011_orig.jpg?crop=205,205,x0,y28&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761244480244","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9831011"},{"teacherId":9359432,"projectId":9992451,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to materials that directly support their learning in reading and math. We have been using the new resources during our daily structured activities, such as matching letters, building simple sentences, and counting numbers. One meaningful moment I would love to share is during our small group time, when students were able to match letters and begin forming simple words with support. For many of my students, these hands-on materials make learning more engaging and easier to understand.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to explore, touch, and use each item, and some of them smiled and showed increased interest in participating in the activities. Students who usually need more prompting were more engaged and willing to try, especially when working on counting numbers and building sentences. It was wonderful to see them motivated and proud of their work.\r\n\r\nAs we continue using these materials, our next steps are to help students become more independent in completing tasks such as identifying letters, forming simple sentences, and counting with accuracy. We will also continue building their confidence and participation during group activities. Because of you, my students are not just learning—they are gaining the confidence to communicate, participate, and succeed. Your support has made a meaningful difference in helping my students access learning in a way that meets their needs, and we are truly grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1768419768416,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-to-build-growing-minds/9992451/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning to Build Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Borja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9359432_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705179869517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9359432"},{"teacherId":7831706,"projectId":9991356,"letterContent":"would like to extend my deepest and most heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of materials to our classroom. Your kindness and willingness to give have made such a meaningful difference, not only in our learning environment but also in the daily experiences of my students. It truly takes a community to support education, and your contribution is a beautiful reminder that there are people who care deeply about the growth and happiness of our children.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, our classroom has become a more engaging, supportive, and enriching place for learning. The materials you provided are not just tools—they are opportunities. They allow my students to explore, practice, and develop important skills in ways that are hands-on and meaningful. Every item you gave has been put to good use, and I can already see the positive impact it is having on their learning.\r\n\r\nMany of my students are not yet verbal, but even without words, their appreciation and excitement are so clear. You can see it in their faces—the smiles, the curiosity, the way they light up when they interact with the materials. Those moments are truly special. As a teacher, it means so much to witness that kind of joy and engagement. It reassures me that they are not only enjoying the activities but also learning and growing from them.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create more opportunities for connection, discovery, and success within our classroom. It supports different learning styles and gives each child a chance to participate in a way that works best for them. These are the kinds of experiences that build confidence, independence, and a love for learning—things that will stay with them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your support does not go unnoticed. It is appreciated more than words can fully express. You have made a real difference in the lives of my students, and for that, I am incredibly thankful. Your generosity has touched our classroom in such a positive way, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of myself and my students, thank you for your kindness, your generosity, and your support. You are helping shape a brighter future for these children, and that is something truly special.","fullyFundedDate":1768097407149,"projectUrl":"project/a-safe-and-engaging-space-to-decompress/9991356/","projectTitle":"A Safe and Engaging Space to Decompress","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7831706_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788676444902","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7831706"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82994","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":21,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":79,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":21,"percentWhite":18,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":40,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":2,"percentMultiracialImputed":11,"gradesServed":"Not specified","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":53.7,"schoolId":82994,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Variety School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Variety School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/variety-special-school/82994"}