{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Doris M Reed Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":56.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8158357,"projectId":9971112,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been transformed into a vibrant indoor garden thanks to your incredible generosity. For my kindergarteners, the transition from talking about living things to actually sustaining life in our classroom has been a significant experience. We have officially launched our \"From Seed to Snack\" project, focusing on where our food comes from and the life cycles of plants.The centerpiece of our project is our brand-new cucumber garden and sunflower station. Because our classroom doesn't get much natural sunlight, the UV grow lights you provided have been a total game-changer. The students are fascinated by the glow and have learned that these lights act like indoor sunshine to give our plants the energy they need. Every morning, the very first thing they do is drop their backpacks and head over to the garden to see what changed overnight. It has turned our morning routine into a time of genuine discovery.When the materials first arrived, the students were incredibly excited to get started. As we unboxed the garden kits and set up the UV lights, there was a lot of curiosity about how everything would work. One student even asked if the lights were what would \"wake the seeds up.\" Having a dedicated indoor garden space has given them a sense of ownership over the project. They aren't just watching; they are actively watering, observing, and nurturing these living things every single day.The most popular part of the project so far is our Sunflower Challenge. After learning that some sunflowers can grow to be giants, the class set a collective goal: they want their sunflowers to grow taller than they are. Every few days, we stand next to the pots to compare heights. Right now, the sprouts are only an inch tall, but the students are determined to help them grow until the flowers are looking down at them. It has turned a lesson on measurement into a tangible, long-term goal.Our next steps involve diving deeper into the life cycle. As our cucumber garden begins to vine, the students will start their \"Garden Journals\" to document the transition from flower to fruit. We will be discussing how the cucumbers in our garden are the same as the ones they see in their lunch boxes. We are also practicing our measurement skills by using rulers to track exactly how many inches our sunflowers gain each week. This project is teaching them patience and a practical understanding of where food comes from. None of this would be possible without your support, and we look forward to sharing the moment a sunflower finally wins the height race.","fullyFundedDate":1775939344102,"projectUrl":"project/plants-in-action-hands-on-learning-with/9971112/","projectTitle":"Plants in Action: Hands-On Learning with Grow Lights","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zermeno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8158357_orig.png?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635371850443","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8158357"},{"teacherId":4369715,"projectId":9990125,"letterContent":"Thanks you so much! You just don't know how much your donations helped our classroom!! The kids loved everything! You are the best!! The kids used everything and it replenished our classroom so that we could make it to the end of the school year! We couldn't have made it without the help of all of your donations!! The kids were so excited to see all of our new items for the classroom. I wish you could have seen how happy the kids were when they saw everything that you sent to us!! It was really nice not to have to worry about running out of supplies for them!!!","fullyFundedDate":1768060461021,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-replenish-our-classroom/9990125/","projectTitle":"Help Us Replenish Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Drentlaw","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4369715_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698889427841","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4369715"},{"teacherId":10169917,"projectId":10029075,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our classroom. Your support helps provide essential supplies, enrich learning activities, and create a more engaging environment for our students. Your donation has made a meaningful difference, helping our students stay more engaged and involved in their learning experiences. \r\n\r\nThe headphones reduce background noise and distractions from the surrounding environment, helping students stay engaged with lessons—especially in busy homes or shared spaces. For some of my students with hearing difficulties or attention challenges, the headphones significantly improved their access to content and comprehension. We sincerely appreciate your kindness and truly appreciate the difference you've made.","fullyFundedDate":1768686616293,"projectUrl":"project/increase-academic-learning/10029075/","projectTitle":"Increase Academic Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10169917"},{"teacherId":9493369,"projectId":10009170,"letterContent":"The day the boxes arrived, the energy in our classroom was electric. As I began to unpack the new materials, my students crowded around with wide eyes and endless questions. When I explained that people who believe in their potential sent these gifts specifically for our classroom, their excitement turned into a deep sense of pride.\r\nThese resources have immediately changed the rhythm of our daily learning. Our new pocket chart stand has become a hub for interactive skill-building, turning practice into a collaborative game. I am also thrilled to share that we have a growing room full of \"excited readers\"—the new books are the first thing students reach for when they finish their assignments.\r\nThe writing tablets have been a total game-changer for our math and ELA blocks. Not only do they allow for instant, level-appropriate practice, but they've also solved our \"dried-up marker\" crisis, allowing us to focus entirely on the work. Finally, the STEM materials have become our greatest motivator; the students are producing higher-quality work just for the chance to plan and build. Thank you for making our classroom a hands-on, engaging place to grow every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768314033726,"projectUrl":"project/tablets-tales-and-tools-engaging-ever/10009170/","projectTitle":"Tablets, Tales, and Tools: Engaging Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Donnelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9493369"},{"teacherId":9624338,"projectId":10031140,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom organization project. The students were excited to use their seat organizer pockets. Another useful supply I requested was a hanging file folder to keep the small group/ centers activities organized. \r\nThe students also loved their dictionaries and thesaurus. They are now \"experts\" at finding definitions and completing their vocabulary assignments independently. The chart stand has enabled me to move around the room to work with my small groups. My students and I are very grateful for your g","fullyFundedDate":1769138768467,"projectUrl":"project/the-organized-student-zone/10031140/","projectTitle":"The Organized Student Zone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kessler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9624338"},{"teacherId":8114846,"projectId":10003234,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for donating to my classroom and my students. My students now have a well-equipped class library with their favorite stories to read and increase their reading fluency. I am beyond grateful! It is great seeing them interact with new stories and books. I am thrilled to give my students a way to explore the magical world of reading.\r\n\r\nThe math games and iPad is fantastic and allow the students to get a personal learning experience during small group time. All students love these times of the day. Students are growing and using the new resources to help them succeed in math and reading. The books and other resources have been a tremendous addition to our classroom, helping students learn to read and practice their math facts in an interactive and fun way.\r\n\r\nThank you so very much for donating!","fullyFundedDate":1768183008926,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-potential-one-ipad-at-a-time/10003234/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Potential, One iPad at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amber Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8114846_orig.jpg?crop=884,884,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656206761639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8114846"},{"teacherId":1408797,"projectId":10039668,"letterContent":"The students dissected the owl pellets and were fascinated to complete this activity. They had learned about food chains. Some were a little grossed out, but all were engaged in determining the food chain that the owl was a part. The students used tweezers, toothpicks, and a magnifying glass to examine the owl pellet and work like a scientist does.\r\n\r\nWithout this material, they would not have had the chance to participate in a dissection. All of them left with something to tell their families about. It was not a normal day at all.","fullyFundedDate":1768769668769,"projectUrl":"project/stem-challenge-supplies/10039668/","projectTitle":"STEM Challenge Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1408797"},{"teacherId":8158357,"projectId":9992478,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students are now actively engaging in hands-on science learning through observing the parts of a plant and watching the plant life cycle unfold in real time. We are using the new classroom resources to grow and study plants up close, which has transformed abstract science concepts into something students can see, touch, and care for daily.\r\nOne specific classroom moment that stood out was when we gently removed a seedling from its container to examine its roots, stem, and leaves. Students were amazed to see how much the plant had grown and were excited to identify each part we had been learning about in books. They also compared different plants growing under different conditions, which naturally led into discussions about various gardening methods such as soil vs. hydroponic-style growing, watering needs, and sunlight exposure.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials especially the planting kits, seeds, and observation tools they were immediately curious and full of questions. Many of them asked if they would get to \"be plant scientists,\" and their excitement grew even more when they realized they would be responsible for caring for their own plants over time. There was a real sense of ownership and pride from the very beginning.\r\n\r\nNext, we are continuing our plant life cycle study by tracking growth over several weeks and recording observations in science journals. Students will begin comparing growth rates, making predictions about what their plants need to thrive, and learning how environmental factors affect living things. We will also be creating a simple classroom \"garden showcase\" where students present what they have learned about plant care and growth to each other.","fullyFundedDate":1768093214819,"projectUrl":"project/investigating-plant-growth-in-different/9992478/","projectTitle":"Investigating Plant Growth in Different Environments","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zermeno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8158357_orig.png?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635371850443","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8158357"},{"teacherId":8143371,"projectId":10034592,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classroom. The ink has enabled me to print out enrichment work for my students. They especially have enjoyed using the floor cushions! These cushions have enabled my students to move around the classroom and work in flexible seating arrangements. They feel comfortable in an environment where they are encouraged to move around. As a special bonus, students are allowed to use our special desk lamp. The presentation clicker has helped me while teaching. It has made it easier to click through slides and point at important items using the laser pointer.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support. We have enjoyed every single thing.","fullyFundedDate":1768736060389,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-cozy-place-for-our-emergent-b/10034592/","projectTitle":"Creating a Cozy Place for Our Emergent Bilinguals","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8143371_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634786565000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8143371"},{"teacherId":8131132,"projectId":10003866,"letterContent":"I teach 1st grade at a very low performing school with many disadvantaged students. As 1st graders, my students are just learning to reading. Exposure to books is a huge advantage to acquiring reading and language skills. Every year, I have students tell me that they can't do their reading log in their homework because they do not have any books at home. If there are no books at home, then students are definitely not listening to anyone read to them. My students love when I read to them, however, that isn't always a possibility. This project allowed me to purchase books and Tonie characters for the books that I use in a listening center. The Tonie box is a screen free way for students to choose a book and listen to the story. I was able to set up 8 stations with products from this funding. My students love it. Their reading, language, and knowledge (from nonfiction selections) are growing.","fullyFundedDate":1768517795918,"projectUrl":"project/listen-to-this/10003866/","projectTitle":"Listen to This!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wharton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8131132"},{"teacherId":9010138,"projectId":9991882,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity on behalf of all my 5th grade students. Because of your support, my classroom has been transformed into a more prepared, engaging, and inclusive environment as we prep for state testing. Beyond the physical items, the most profound change I have witnessed is the surge in my students' confidence. Knowing that a community of supporters believes in them has given them the tools to tackle difficult tasks they once shied away from.\r\nThe snacks have been a game-changer. Starting a high stakes test on an empty stomach is a major hurdle but now, my students approach their exams with the physical energy and mental focus they need to succeed. Right now we are in the middle of testing, so each morning there has been a snack with a motivational message on their desk. They are able to have that snack before starting their testing day. After everyone has concluded testing, students were able to pick one more smaller snack of their choice to have after their draining test. \r\nWith the new laminating sheets, I've created durable vocabulary matching games that they've been eager to play. These have turned \"boring\" prep into a competitive, interactive challenge. My students now feel like masters of their own vocabulary! With testing season can be incredibly stressful. The squishy stress balls have provided a much needed outlet for nervous energy. Having a tool to manage their anxiety has helped them feel empowered and in control rather than overwhelmed. The adjustable desk is also a favorite. Whether a student is the shortest or tallest in class, they can now stand confidently at a height that fits them while presenting/answering questions to classmates. This simple adjustment has removed the awkwardness of public speaking. \r\nMy students are beyond grateful for these gifts. Seeing their faces light up when they realized people like you were rooting for their success was a gift in itself. You haven't just provided supplies you've provided the message that their education matters. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for providing the tools we need to finish their last year of elementary school strong!","fullyFundedDate":1768179502628,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-to-attack-sbac/9991882/","projectTitle":"Fuel to attack SBAC!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Glover","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9010138"},{"teacherId":8125352,"projectId":10030036,"letterContent":"I am writing this letter of gratitude on behalf of my students and myself. When the boxes arrived, the excitement in the room was palpable. Because of your support, my students now have access to flexible seating and fun snacks to purchase in our class bank. The fraction manipulatives allow my \"hands on\" learners to really focus on our fraction lessons. \r\nThese donations changed our class environment so much. Students are now motivated and ready to be challenged so they can earn money in our class bank. It is truly heartwarming to know there are people like you who value education and that are willing to support our students. Thank you for making our classroom a better place to learn and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1768691645091,"projectUrl":"project/future-nevada-leaders/10030036/","projectTitle":"Future Nevada Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Almquist","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125352"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_53705","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":578,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":24,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":55,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":9,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":43.1,"schoolId":53705,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Doris M Reed Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Doris M Reed Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/doris-m-reed-elementary-school/53705"}