{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dean Petersen Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":53.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9349337,"projectId":9999183,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our project; it has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. The markers have been a wonderful tool for helping students practice and improve their writing skills in engaging and creative ways. Students are more motivated to write and express their ideas with confidence, making learning more enjoyable.\r\nThe laminated materials have greatly supported reading development during both whole-group and small-group instruction, allowing for repeated, hands-on practice. The chart paper has also made it easy for me to create clear and engaging anchor charts and class posters to support daily instruction. \r\n\r\nIn addition, the learning materials, manipulatives, and envelope organizers have helped keep students' work and supplies well organized, encouraging independence and responsibility. The mini bean bag chair has been a fantastic addition to our reading and calm corner, giving students a comfortable space to read and recharge. \r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your generosity and the positive impact you've made on our students' learning and classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1768162220421,"projectUrl":"project/little-readers-little-writers/9999183/","projectTitle":"Little Readers, Little Writers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. P","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9349337_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755749012720","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349337"},{"teacherId":10405535,"projectId":10026797,"letterContent":"My Pre-K students have been very excited about the new outdoor toys since we received them in our classroom. The new outdoor toys have become a favorite part of our daily routine. We use them during our outdoor recess times, and the students look forward to using these toys each day.\r\n\r\nOne special moment was when a group of students worked together to make different paths using the stepping stone buckets. They took turns and shared ideas with each other as they figured out how to make it work. It was wonderful to see their teamwork and problem-solving skills come to life through play.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we plan to build on this excitement by incorporating the materials into more structured activities. Students will work together to design simple challenges, like obstacle courses, to practice working together and strengthen their problem solving skills. We will also connect outdoor play to classroom learning through discussions and storytelling.\r\n\r\nThese resources have supported important developmental and communication skills for my students! My class and I are so grateful to our donors for providing these new outdoor toys for our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768681546497,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-play-in-pre-kindergarten/10026797/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Play in Pre-Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Borrell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10405535"},{"teacherId":10400469,"projectId":10001521,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us supply students with basic needs. Your donations have undoubtedly made an impact on our students. We want our students to feel comfortable at school and having a jacket or shoes that fit takes a weight off their shoulders.\r\n\r\nWhen it started getting cold here in Vegas, many students would show up to school with no jacket, shivering. Once I was able to provide them with a coat, their whole demeanor changed and they felt ready to conquer their day. \r\n\r\nIt's crucial that we work to eliminate barriers like this for our students in order for them to succeed in school and in life.","fullyFundedDate":1768170255487,"projectUrl":"project/clothing-essentials/10001521/","projectTitle":"Clothing Essentials!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jazmin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400469"},{"teacherId":9355269,"projectId":10008015,"letterContent":"Thank you SO much for your generous support of our classroom through Donors Choose. Now my students have access to resources that enrich their learning experience in meaningful and lasting ways. These resources are not just tools - they are opportunities. My students now have opportunities to explore new ideas, build confidence, and develop skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom. \r\n\r\nSince receiving and using the materials you donated, I have seen noticeable increase in my students' participation and enthusiasm. My students who were hesitant before, are now eager to contribute, collaborate, and take ownership of their learning. Your contribution has helped create an environment where every students feels supported and inspired. I am beyond grateful! \r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity made a direct and powerful impact in our classroom community. On behalf of my students, thank you for believing in their potential and investing in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1768190473708,"projectUrl":"project/strong-materials-for-strong-learning/10008015/","projectTitle":"Strong Materials for Strong Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Austria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9355269"},{"teacherId":9348746,"projectId":9990162,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Strong Materials, Calm Minds, Ready-to-Learn Classrooms.\" Because of your generosity, our classroom has been transformed with tools that truly support student learning. The laminator has been a game changer, allowing us to create durable, reusable materials that make lessons more interactive and organized. The colored inks bring our visuals to life, helping students better understand concepts through bright, engaging materials. Our sensory toys have also played an important role in creating a calm and focused environment, giving students healthy ways to manage their emotions and stay ready to learn.\r\n\r\nMy students are especially excited to use these new resources every day. The sensory toys have been a favorite, particularly for students who need extra support with focus and self-regulation, while the laminated and colorful materials make learning feel more hands-on and fun. I've seen quieter and more hesitant students grow in confidence as they engage more actively in activities. Your kindness has helped create a classroom where students feel safe, supported, and eager to learn. \r\nThank you for making such a meaningful difference!","fullyFundedDate":1768072728121,"projectUrl":"project/strong-materials-calm-minds-ready-to-l/9990162/","projectTitle":"Strong Materials, Calm Minds, Ready-to-Learn Classrooms","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. EGAO","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9348746_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699126878355","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9348746"},{"teacherId":9349321,"projectId":9991050,"letterContent":"I just want to say thank you again. These new supplies have honestly made such a difference in our classroom. We recently used the scissors and colorful materials for an ELA activity where students created character collages based on a story we were reading, and it turned into such a meaningful experience.\r\n\r\nWe're building on this by having students turn their collages into writing pieces. They'll be explaining their character's traits and supporting their ideas with evidence from the story. We're also planning to display their work so they can see how their ideas and creativity come together.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just provide supplies—it helped create moments where students felt excited, confident, and proud of their work. That means more than I can say. Thank you for being a part of our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768070594727,"projectUrl":"project/when-imagination-becomes-a-beautiful-rea/9991050/","projectTitle":"When Imagination Becomes a Beautiful Reality","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. FLORITA","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349321"},{"teacherId":8841151,"projectId":9998110,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our DonorsChoose project. Your support makes a meaningful difference in our classroom and directly impacts my students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students will have access to the materials and opportunities they need to grow, explore, and succeed. Your contribution helps create a more engaging and supportive environment where every child can thrive.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and for believing in our students. Thank you for making a difference in their lives!","fullyFundedDate":1768267030911,"projectUrl":"project/take-it-when-you-need-it/9998110/","projectTitle":"Take It When You Need It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8841151_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704772664612","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8841151"},{"teacherId":9353528,"projectId":9931527,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, \"Think It, Write It.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in my classroom, and I'm so grateful to have people like you cheering on my students.\r\n\r\nThis project was all about helping my students grow as thinkers and writers, and because of you, they now have the tools and resources to do just that. Writing can feel challenging for young learners, but having the right materials and support makes it more approachable—and even exciting. I've already seen my students becoming more confident in expressing their ideas, taking risks, and putting their thoughts down on paper.\r\n\r\nThere's something really special about watching a student go from \"I don't know what to write\" to proudly sharing their work. That growth is happening every day, and your support is a big reason why. You've helped create a classroom environment where students feel encouraged to think creatively, write freely, and believe in their own voices.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping them build skills that will last a lifetime. Your kindness and support truly matter.","fullyFundedDate":1768510539183,"projectUrl":"project/think-it-write-it/9931527/","projectTitle":"Think It, Write It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9353528_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707192486628","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9353528"},{"teacherId":9353528,"projectId":9998219,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, \"Bright Tools for Learning.\" Your generosity truly means the world to me and, most importantly, to my first-grade students.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students now have the simple but essential tools they need every day—pencils, whiteboard markers, and erasers. These might seem like small things, but in our classroom, they make a big difference. There's something really special about watching a child light up when they have what they need to participate fully and confidently.\r\n\r\nI've already noticed how excited my students are to use their new supplies. They're more eager to write, more willing to try, and more comfortable making mistakes and learning from them. It's helped create a classroom where everyone feels included and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour support has taken away a lot of stress—not just for me, but for my students too. They can focus on being curious, creative, and proud of their work instead of worrying about whether they have the materials they need.\r\n\r\nThank you for being part of our classroom and for making a real difference in these children's lives. Your kindness is felt every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1768154939388,"projectUrl":"project/bright-tools-for-better-learning/9998219/","projectTitle":"Bright Tools for Better Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9353528_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707192486628","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9353528"},{"teacherId":5878810,"projectId":9990681,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your funding my project. My students, which is all students k - 5, are really enjoying being rewarded with the super scientist rewards. They are so happy when their accomplishments are rewarded. I also received more STEM building materials. Each month we have a STEM building challenge and being able to add to the variety of building materials has been so helpful. The students now have many more choices to create. We are also using some of the materials within the regular science curriculum. In 5th grade we are using some of the materials to build models of molecules. \r\nThanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1768069813259,"projectUrl":"project/super-scientist-materials/9990681/","projectTitle":"Super Scientist Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scialpi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5878810_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690844236780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5878810"},{"teacherId":9354468,"projectId":10032914,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation. It has made a big difference in our classroom and in their learning. Because of your generosity through DonorsChoose, my students now are able to use these new resources immediately. They were beyond excited when our class received the packages because the materials made them feel valued and motivated. Since we began using them, I've noticed increased engagement, stronger participation, and a renewed sense of confidence in the classroom.\r\nYour donation has been a great support and has helped create a learning environment where students feel rewarded in their learning. They are encouraged to explore, ask and answer questions.. More importantly, my students are taking pride in their work. You've shown them that some kind people they don't even know believe in their potential, and that is a strong and wonderful message.\r\nThank you for believing and investing in my students. Your support helps make our classroom a place where every child feels included and ready to succeed and in their future. Your kindness and generosity truly make a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1768705483802,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-little-learners/10032914/","projectTitle":"Supporting Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. S-K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9354468_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700641931762","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9354468"},{"teacherId":8482184,"projectId":10042705,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous support of our classroom. The new resources are already making a meaningful impact on student learning. My students are using the items daily during small-group instruction, independent work, and technology-based activities. One especially powerful moment was seeing students confidently helping one another with the materials and showing responsibility in caring for the technology and supplies. It has strengthened both their academic skills and their sense of ownership in the classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate and genuine. They were eager to explore, ask questions, and begin using the resources right away. Many of them expressed how \"special\" it felt to have new tools to help them learn, and it created a renewed energy and motivation throughout the classroom.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using these resources to support our current lessons, including small-group instruction, hands-on learning activities, and technology-based projects that build independence and problem-solving skills. These tools are helping them grow not only academically, but also in responsibility, collaboration, and confidence. Your support truly makes a difference in their daily learning experience, and we are so grateful for your investment in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1768856049472,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-beginnings-in-kindergart/10042705/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Beginnings in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8482184_orig.jpg?crop=1290,1290,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715782368148","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8482184"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_73671","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":702,"numTeachers":60,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":39,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":46,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":46.5,"schoolId":73671,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Dean Petersen Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Dean Petersen Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/dean-peterson-elementary-school/73671"}