{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Preparatory School","outOfStateSupporters":65.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9521764,"projectId":10151571,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support in fully funding our classroom project, \"Feeding my Students.\"\r\n\r\nTeaching a wonderful group of special education students in a low-income community comes with unique daily opportunities and challenges. Many of my students face significant hardships outside of school, and coming to class hungry makes it nearly impossible for them to focus, process information, or manage their sensory and emotional needs.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom now has a dedicated supply of healthy snacks. Having these resources readily available has made an immediate, noticeable impact. When my students know their basic needs are met, their anxiety decreases, their engagement increases, and they can focus on what truly matters: learning, growing, and building confidence.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is so much more than just providing food—it is showing my students that there is a community of people outside our classroom walls who care about their well-being and believe in their success.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a tangible difference in the lives of my students every single day. We are deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1783318144157,"projectUrl":"project/feeding-my-students/10151571/","projectTitle":"Feeding My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bonetti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9521764"},{"teacherId":9717506,"projectId":10601761,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful difference in my classroom by giving my students more opportunities to express themselves, build confidence, and develop their creativity through the performing arts. The resources provided have helped make our performances more engaging and enjoyable while encouraging teamwork, cooperation, and self-expression. I have seen students become more willing to participate, try new things, and showcase their talents. Most importantly, this project reminds my students that every child has unique abilities and deserves the opportunity to shine. I am truly grateful to our generous donors for supporting our students and helping make their artistic dreams possible.","fullyFundedDate":1789608577461,"projectUrl":"project/every-child-can-shine-empowering-young/10601761/","projectTitle":"Every Child Can Shine: Empowering Young Performers Through the Arts","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Marino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9717506_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725060062437","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9717506"},{"teacherId":9352364,"projectId":10588966,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my project, \"Crunching Numbers and Munching Snacks!\" Your contributions have helped create a more organized, supportive, and motivating classroom for my high school students as they work to strengthen their skills in Geometry, Algebra, and Finance. As a teacher at a Title I school, where many students come from low-income households, I understand how important it is to provide resources that encourage students to persevere and recognize their accomplishments. The storage containers and classroom supplies help keep our materials organized and accessible, while the edible treats, such as Cheez-Its and Rice Krispies Treats, provide a fun way to celebrate students' hard work and progress.\r\n\r\nMy students are excited to have these rewards to look forward to as they tackle challenging math concepts and apply their learning to real-life situations. Whether they are working through a difficult problem, preparing for an assessment, or mastering a new financial literacy skill, these small incentives help make learning more enjoyable and give students another reason to keep trying when the work gets tough. Many of my students face challenges outside the classroom, and knowing that their efforts are noticed and celebrated helps build confidence, motivation, and a sense of accomplishment. These resources also allow me to recognize students who demonstrate perseverance, improvement, and a positive attitude toward learning.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, my students will continue applying their math skills to practical situations, including solving geometric problems, working with algebraic expressions, and making informed financial decisions. As they progress through these lessons, I will use the rewards to recognize their growth, celebrate milestones, and encourage them to keep working toward their goals. Your generosity has provided more than classroom supplies and snacks; it has helped create an environment where students feel supported, valued, and encouraged to succeed. Thank you for investing in my students and helping them build the confidence and skills they need for their futures!","fullyFundedDate":1788742906283,"projectUrl":"project/crunching-numbers-and-munching-snacks/10588966/","projectTitle":"Crunching Numbers and Munching Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dunn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9352364_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699283748913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9352364"},{"teacherId":9276426,"projectId":10574646,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our dance students now have matching dance tights that have transformed both our classroom and our performances. The first day the students received them, they were excited to try them on and immediately commented on how comfortable and professional they felt. For many of my students, this was the first time they had the proper dance attire, and it gave them a renewed sense of confidence and pride. Seeing everyone dressed uniformly created a stronger sense of teamwork and belonging, allowing students to focus on learning instead of worrying about what they were wearing.\r\n\r\nWe use the dance tights every day during warm-ups, stretching, technique drills, choreography, and performance rehearsals. One memorable moment was watching students practice their kicks, leaps, and turns with greater confidence because they could move freely and comfortably. The matching attire also helped me provide more effective feedback on posture, body alignment, and technique, which has improved their overall performance. Students have become more confident performing in front of their classmates and are taking greater pride in representing the West Prep Huskettes.\r\n\r\nAs we continue to grow, our students are preparing for school assemblies, community performances, and future showcases. They are learning more advanced choreography while strengthening their teamwork, discipline, and leadership skills. Thanks to your support, our dancers not only look like a team—they feel like one. Your generosity has helped create an environment where every student can participate with confidence, develop their talents, and proudly represent West Prep Academy. Thank you for believing in our students and helping them shine.","fullyFundedDate":1788563690968,"projectUrl":"project/fit-to-dance/10574646/","projectTitle":"Fit To Dance","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9276426_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767941299636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9276426"},{"teacherId":9355034,"projectId":10049750,"letterContent":"This donation has developed a lot of interest in the student population and will benefit the students of West Prep this year as the inaugural year of the club. Many students have signed up and we have elected two student leaders to represent the club at the West Prep Club Rush this week. The club will host it's first meeting next week, where students will learn about philosopher's and philosophies, adopt their own personal philosophies, solve moral dilemmas and thought problems, and participate in a Syllogymnasium to evaluate the validity of logical arguments.\r\nThanks again for the support.","fullyFundedDate":1771365770469,"projectUrl":"project/dead-thinkers-society-after-school-clu/10049750/","projectTitle":"“Dead Thinkers Society”-After School Club for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bressler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9355034_orig.png?crop=620,620,x366,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788285207192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9355034"},{"teacherId":9352364,"projectId":10031307,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our classroom project. Your support has transformed our classroom into a highly efficient, equitable, and dynamic hub for multiple mathematical disciplines. By supporting this project, you have provided the essential infrastructure needed to help my students succeed across various subjects, ranging from the formal logic of Geometry to the real-world applications of Financial Literacy.\r\nHere is a look at the incredible impact your donations have made in our classroom:\r\nTools for Geometry and Data Visualization The Hand2Mind Safe-T and Bullseye Compasses have become vital assets in our daily routines. Beyond their standard use for geometric constructions, students are using them in our Data Analysis units to build precise pie charts and visual data representations. Most importantly, the unique \"Safe-T\" design has acted as a critical accommodation tool for students experiencing dysgraphia or fine motor challenges. Because of your gift, these students can now fully participate in complex Geometry constructions and Algebra unit circle projects alongside their peers without any of the physical frustration.\r\nBuilding Financial Literacy & Algebraic Fluency In both Financial Literacy and Algebra, vocabulary retention and formula mastery are major keys to success. With the Pilot G2 Gel Pens and Index Card Cases, my students have built durable, personalized study decks. They love color-coding complex financial terms (such as \"APR\" and \"compound interest\") and algebraic properties to make them easier to memorize. Furthermore, using the laminator and supplies, I have been able to build reusable \"budgeting boards\" and dry-erase coordinate planes. This has drastically cut down on our paper waste and allowed students to repeatedly practice graphing linear equations or adjusting monthly household budgets until they achieve complete concept mastery.\r\nPowering Data-Driven Learning Technology plays a massive role in our data and finance curriculum, particularly when students are running intense stock market simulations or building spreadsheet models. The Jackyled Power Strip Tower has solved our power dilemmas by creating a central charging hub, ensuring that student laptops never run out of battery mid-lesson. \r\nYour investment in our classroom has given my students the practical tools, technological support, and specialized accommodations they need to build confidence and truly master mathematics. We are profoundly grateful for your kindness and your belief in our potential.\r\nWith sincere gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1768879234084,"projectUrl":"project/it-all-adds-up-essentials-for-success/10031307/","projectTitle":"It All Adds Up: Essentials for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dunn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9352364_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699283748913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9352364"},{"teacherId":8804409,"projectId":10001083,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in creating a more organized, engaging, and supportive learning environment for my students. They were incredibly excited to see the new resources arrive and immediately began using them during daily classroom activities and collaborative learning tasks.\r\n\r\nThe laptop has been especially helpful during project based learning activities and field data compilation for hands on science reports. Students have used it for research, organizing findings, analyzing data, and preparing presentations to communicate their ideas more effectively. Having access to reliable technology has helped students become more independent, confident, and engaged in their learning, especially during collaborative science seminars and inquiry based activities.\r\n\r\nThe classroom organizers and electric pencil sharpener have also improved our daily routines by helping students stay prepared, organized, and focused throughout lessons. These resources have helped maximize instructional time and created a more productive classroom environment where students can focus on critical thinking, collaboration, and meaningful learning experiences. Thank you again for investing in my students and supporting their academic success.","fullyFundedDate":1771780116091,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-student-success-through-organ/10001083/","projectTitle":"Supporting Student Success Through Organization and Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8804409"},{"teacherId":10405645,"projectId":10032146,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students are using these new materials every day to build independence in meaningful ways. One of our favorite routines now is a daily hygiene check each morning—students practice brushing their teeth and applying deodorant. What used to be a challenging task has become a moment of pride, as students are beginning to brush their teeth with more confidence and less support. We've also been using the games like Jenga and Candy Land to practice turn-taking, counting, and social skills. During one activity, a student who typically struggles with waiting was able to independently take turns and even encourage a peer—something we celebrated as a huge success.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. The flexible seating and sensory tools quickly became favorites, helping students feel more comfortable and ready to learn. Many students were eager to explore the games and hands-on materials, and it created a noticeable increase in engagement right away. Even students who are usually hesitant to participate were motivated to join in and try new activities.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue building on these skills by increasing independence during daily routines and expanding into more real-world applications. Students will continue using their skills in small classroom jobs, life skills activities like cooking and cleaning, and more structured social interactions. Our goal is to help students generalize what they are learning so they can use these skills beyond the classroom. Your support is truly making a lasting impact, helping my students grow in confidence, independence, and success every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768720476133,"projectUrl":"project/small-tools-big-independence/10032146/","projectTitle":"Small Tools, Big Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Solis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10405645"},{"teacherId":5085171,"projectId":10024567,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! This project has transformed our STEM classroom into a true maker space where students can bring their ideas to life.\r\nWhile technology at home is often for entertainment, the iPad and 3D printing filament serve as professional-grade tools in our classroom. Students aren't just consuming content; they are using the tools to seeing their digital concepts turn into physical objects. This teaches them the \"why\" behind engineering and the patience required for the iterative design process.\r\nThe most exciting part for the students is the blend of high-tech and hands-on creation. Having a steady supply of 3D filament alongside \"low-tech\" essentials like scissors, hot glue, and craft materials means there are no limits to their creativity. They love that they can prototype a bridge with craft sticks and then print a custom-designed joint or bracket to make it stronger.\r\nA few of my students who typically struggle have completely come alive with these new resources. This material has given these students a way to demonstrate their brilliance through building and problem-solving, boosting their confidence across all subjects.","fullyFundedDate":1768671634073,"projectUrl":"project/steam-team-wp/10024567/","projectTitle":"STEAM Team @WP","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5085171_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y115&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705943245975","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5085171"},{"teacherId":9968730,"projectId":10016240,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Bringing Science to Life Through Video and Podcasting.\" Your contribution has made it possible for me to integrate technology in ways that truly transform how students learn. The camera donated in our classroom becomes a powerful learning tool—students are not just consuming content, they are creating it, the highest form of thinking-creation. By recording experiments and producing podcasts, students are able to revisit their observations, reflect on their thinking, and clearly explain scientific concepts using accurate vocabulary. This process deepens their understanding and allows them to engage with science in a more meaningful and lasting way.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about this new technology is the opportunity to become creators and storytellers. They love using the camera and audio tools to document experiments, explain scientific phenomena, and share their findings with an authentic audience. Learning no longer stops at completing a worksheet—instead, students take ownership of their work as they script, film, and present their ideas. The combination of science and media production has sparked enthusiasm, especially among visual and auditory learners, making complex concepts more accessible and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nI have also seen particular students truly thrive with this innovation—especially those who may not always excel through traditional methods. Some quieter students have found their voice through podcasting, confidently explaining ideas they might hesitate to share aloud in class. Others who are highly creative have embraced video production, demonstrating deep understanding through visuals and storytelling. Your generosity has opened doors for all learners to shine, build confidence, and see themselves as both scientists and creators. Thank you for making this transformative experience possible.","fullyFundedDate":1768570045158,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-science-to-life-through-video-a/10016240/","projectTitle":"Bringing Science to Life Through Video and Podcasting","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Aguilar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9968730_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753825237183","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9968730"},{"teacherId":8293322,"projectId":9994645,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generosity and support of our classroom. Thanks to your contributions, we have received Rubik's cubes, puzzles, and additional whiteboard markers for our students' whiteboard desks.\r\n\r\nThese materials are already making a meaningful difference. The Rubik's cubes and puzzles are helping students build problem-solving skills, persistence, and confidence, while also giving them a fun and engaging way to challenge their thinking. The extra whiteboard markers ensure that every student can actively participate in lessons, collaborate with peers, and express their ideas clearly during class activities.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond supplies—you are creating opportunities for students to learn, grow, and enjoy the process of learning. It is inspiring to see their excitement and engagement thanks to your kindness.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for making our classroom a more dynamic and supportive place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1768148984714,"projectUrl":"project/motivated-math-learners/9994645/","projectTitle":"Motivated Math Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dimalanta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8293322"},{"teacherId":8121526,"projectId":9994339,"letterContent":"Funding my project: \"Operation: Seniors Read\" has been a welcome challenge for my English 102 class. Students were apprehensive to read Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson because it is a novel and it deals with topics that they don't feel are relevant to their life. But, I assigned it anyway knowing that it IS relevant to their life. I encourage them to close read a specific chapter by assigning an infographic project which required them to interact with the text and themes and identify the relevance or connection to their own research topics.\r\n\r\nThe finished products were exceptional (as evidenced in the images) and most students reported that they enjoyed the book more than they initially imagined they would. Some students expressed that the book was \"eye-opening\" and redefined what it means to have mercy on someone. One student in particular expressed that the book reignited their \"passion to become a social worker...working in a prison and aiding people almost like Stevenson did\". \r\n\r\nOverall, my students expressed gratitude for the reading experience and exposure to systemic and racial issues. Many reflected on their stance towards capital punishment and the death penalty. In the end, I gave students the option to keep or return the book since many of them annotated throughout their reading. Of the 19 I handed out, only 2 were returned which shows that they truly value the book, its lessons, and the opportunity to own the novel. So, once again, I thank you for the donation.","fullyFundedDate":1768180573142,"projectUrl":"project/operation-seniors-read/9994339/","projectTitle":"Operation: Seniors Read","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8121526"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_65894","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1602,"numTeachers":71,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":26,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":65,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"K - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"22.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":34.6,"schoolId":65894,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about West Preparatory School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"West Preparatory School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/west-preparatory-school/65894"}