{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Earl N Jenkins Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9451420,"projectId":10015087,"letterContent":"This materials help my students build their understandings in various topics. It is a great help for them to manipulate and improve their higher order thinking skills. The materials were engaging and very easy to use. Also provide many ample experiences to kids not just imagining the convept but learning it by doing. It really has a great impact in their academic achievement. They develop and grasp the concept easily. They love using the materials and enjoy the learning while their playing and also learn.","fullyFundedDate":1768661196375,"projectUrl":"project/wintime-supplemental/10015087/","projectTitle":"WINTIME supplemental","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R Berana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9451420_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768619748830","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9451420"},{"teacherId":5353924,"projectId":10091970,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, our DonorsChoose project for the Jenkins Elementary School art program is officially fully funded! I cannot adequately express how much your belief in our students means to our school community.\r\n\r\nWhen young artists walk into the art room, they aren't just learning how to use materials—they are learning how to express themselves, think critically, solve problems creatively, and build confidence. The new supplies and resources you have funded will directly enhance their daily learning experience, giving them hands-on opportunities to explore new techniques, experiment with high-quality media, and bring their imaginations to life. For many of our students, art class is the highlight of their school day—a safe, joyful space where their unique voices are celebrated. Your support ensures that this space remains vibrant, equitable, and rich with opportunity.\r\n\r\nIt takes a community to raise up the next generation of creative thinkers, and you have stepped up in the most meaningful way possible. Your gift is an investment in their artistic growth, their self-expression, and their pride in their work.\r\n\r\nAs soon as our new materials arrive, we will be diving right into our upcoming projects! We look forward to sharing photos of our young artists in action so you can see the direct impact of your kindness.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart—and on behalf of all the creative minds at Jenkins Elementary—thank you for your generosity, your encouragement, and your commitment to arts education.","fullyFundedDate":1778227142679,"projectUrl":"project/art-carts-for-sale/10091970/","projectTitle":"Art Carts for Sale!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. G","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5353924_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526180457047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/greta-lynn"},{"teacherId":603963,"projectId":10008905,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my fifth grade classroom, these resources have been phenomenal! My students were extremely excited once they saw the boxes begin to arrive. Once the happy mail was opened, the texts on anxiety, empathy, and nervous system regulation became popular read alouds that really resonated with my students. During the February classroom party, students received a treat bag that included a smencil, mechanical pencils, bookmark, mini play doh, stickers, and a fun food squishy. When it comes to our calming crate, students have taken such initiative with sharing the Koosh Balls, fidgets, and Rubik's cube when choosing to self soothe at various emotional portions of their day. I have also put the clear bookshelf bookends to great use supporting my classroom library.\r\n\r\nIn terms of next steps, I think an end-of year review of our science unit on the earth system would be a perfect crossover with the new \"Drop\" and \"A Drop Around the World\" texts. Another idea I have is allowing a small group of students to partner read the \"Tristan Strong\" novels. Thank you again for your generosity, it means a lot!","fullyFundedDate":1768575954781,"projectUrl":"project/mid-year-morale-boost/10008905/","projectTitle":"Mid-Year Morale Boost","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. A.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp603963_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y652&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633056498547","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/iturner"},{"teacherId":9162083,"projectId":10051035,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project! The new resources have allowed for my 3rd grade students now have access to engaging and interactive materials that have improved our classroom.\r\nWe use the reading and math games, STEM bins, and flexible seating during our W.I.N. (What I Need) time, where I target students' individual needs. Students rotate through stations and use hands-on activities to practice and strengthen important skills in a fun and meaningful way.\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were beyond excited and excited to learn. Even those who sometimes struggle to stay engaged were motivated to participate. Since introducing these resources, I have seen so much growth in my students.\r\nThank you again for making this possible! These materials have made a lasting impact on their learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1771367037957,"projectUrl":"project/building-skills-through-hands-on-learnin/10051035/","projectTitle":"Building Skills Through Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9162083"},{"teacherId":8162128,"projectId":10034630,"letterContent":"The materials are very helpful for my kids especially for small group in Math. Aside from learning the facts it's fun on their side because they can easily understand the concept and skills with the help of these materials. \r\n\r\nMy small group who need much support enjoyed these materials while we are doing our group every math time. They can easily solve math facts and telling the write fractions because of these materials. These products were very useful and helpful among my students especially my small group.","fullyFundedDate":1768737735378,"projectUrl":"project/learning-numbers-is-fun/10034630/","projectTitle":"Learning Numbers is Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. MANALO","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8162128_orig.jpg?crop=591,591,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635611964739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8162128"},{"teacherId":5353924,"projectId":10004020,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the many different supplies you helped provide. Without these supplies, the students at Earl Jenkins Elementary School would not be able to create art on a continuous basis. Their creativity is an outlet that is so important in a world that is seemingly being taken over by digital media and devices. These materials allow the students to work with their hands and exercise their fine motor skills along with their critical thinking skills. These skills are so important in today's world.","fullyFundedDate":1768177206762,"projectUrl":"project/stock-the-art-room/10004020/","projectTitle":"Stock the Art Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. G","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5353924_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526180457047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/greta-lynn"},{"teacherId":1736941,"projectId":10011156,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donated book series, my students love all of the books. They were especially excited when they saw the Scholastic Wild Weather kit. We just completed a week-long spiral lesson where we explored weather concepts in reading and science and the books just added another resource we could used during the lessons. \r\nThere we enough books in the kits for each individual student to choose which topic they wanted to research. Afterwards, each student was an \"expert\" on their topic and they enthusiastically presented their new-found knowledge with the class whole group. \r\nAgain, my students and I greatly appreciate the donation, and I hoping that I have a classroom full of future weather forecasters now.","fullyFundedDate":1768672089001,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-inquisitive-readers/10011156/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Inquisitive Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Klinar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1736941"},{"teacherId":8148446,"projectId":10036152,"letterContent":"For the past few months, students have been learning about the brain and stress response. They have learned about the prefrontal cortex (PFC), and how it helps them makes good decisions, the amygdala, which controls are emotions, and the hippocampus, which helps us learn and store memories. \r\n\r\nNot only have they've been practicing identifying situations in which their amygdala takes control but whether it is helpful or not. In dangerous situations it keeps them safe - definitely helpful. But, in stressful situations, like conflict with a friend or being worried about a test, it is not as helpful. \r\n\r\nWhen students can identify which type of response they're having, especially if it's not an emergency or dangerous situation, they can use coping skills to help calm their amygdalas and allow their PFC to be more in control. The hope is, the more they practice healthy coping skills (breathing, coloring or writing, or using sensory tools) when they aren't stressed, they'll be better able to remember them and use them when they are stressed. And, hopefully, use their PFC to help them make better choices to deal with their stress (talk it out, use I-messages, or other de-escalation strategies). \r\n\r\nWith the materials from Donors Choose, students made sensory bottles using previously donated water bottles, water, and the donors' items (glitter/sequins, food coloring, and glycerin). The funnels helped keep the process cleaner, and the hot glue-gun allowed me to seal the lids to the bottles for safety. \r\n\r\nIt was such a unique way to cap off our unit on the brain and stress response. They had so much fun making them and loved the variety of glitter, sequins, and colors for the water. \r\n\r\nIn addition, students in beginning Crochet Club got to try new yarns and start making\r\nhot pads/potholders. Students typically use acrylic yarn at first because it is inexpensive. However, acrylic yarn is not a great material for pot holders since they would melt. With the cotton yarn we were provided via Donors Choose, the more advanced students could start making the hot pads/potholders. They loved the colors and the different texture. Plus it helped some of them learn better because the stitch definition of the cotton yarn made it easier to see the stitches.","fullyFundedDate":1768747093740,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-bottles-and-crocheting-as-coping/10036152/","projectTitle":"Sensory Bottles and Crocheting as Coping Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. King","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8148446_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634860797505","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsking-counseling-littles-makes-me-happy"},{"teacherId":10403847,"projectId":10018509,"letterContent":"Our new flexible seating has truly transformed our classroom environment! Students are using the stools and cushions throughout the day during independent work, small group activities, and reading time. One of my favorite moments was during a recent reading block. Students eagerly grabbed their favorite seats, spread out comfortably, and became completely immersed in their books. The level of focus and engagement was incredible to see.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students couldn't wait to try out each seating option, and their enthusiasm carried into our lessons. They were smiling, collaborating, and fully engaged in a way that made the classroom feel even more welcoming and student-centered.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue incorporating flexible seating into our daily routines, especially as we move into more collaborative projects and independent learning activities. Students are becoming more aware of how they learn best, choosing seating that helps them stay focused and comfortable. This has been such a positive step toward building a classroom where students feel empowered, supported, and excited to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768532333358,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-focused-happy-lear/10018509/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Focused, Happy Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heredia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403847"},{"teacherId":9502834,"projectId":10037588,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping build our classroom library. These chapter books and new titles have made a huge difference for my students! We use them every day during independent reading and small group time, and it's been amazing to see students actually excited about reading. I have enough copies to read a set of chapter books with my academically high students. We start talking about it together, making predictions and getting really into the story. \r\n\r\nIt makes things much more convenient when each student has their own copy versus sharing a book together. It lets us dive deeper into what they're reading. Your support didn't just give us books, it helped spark a real love of reading in our classroom, and we're so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1768764980215,"projectUrl":"project/readers-today-leaders-tomorrow/10037588/","projectTitle":"Readers Today, Leaders Tomorrow.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9502834"},{"teacherId":5360352,"projectId":10036363,"letterContent":"I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for funding my project. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. The students absolutely love the new materials, and their excitement is evident every single day. Lessons have become more fun, interactive, and engaging, and I've seen a noticeable increase in participation and enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nStudents are more eager to join small groups to practice their reading and math facts, and they can't wait to discover what new and exciting materials they will be using each day. They love reading the decodable books, playing the learning games, and practicing their reading in many different ways with different materials. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping to create an environment where learning feels exciting and inspiring. Their motivation and joy for learning have truly blossomed because of your support.","fullyFundedDate":1768755445622,"projectUrl":"project/make-learning-fun/10036363/","projectTitle":"Make Learning Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ibarra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5360352_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525037954009","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsribarra"},{"teacherId":9451420,"projectId":8181891,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our Cozy Reading Corner through DonorsChoose. Your kindness has helped transform our classroom into a welcoming and comfortable space where students can relax and enjoy reading.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students now have a cozy area filled with soft seating and inviting materials that make reading feel special and exciting. This space encourages them to slow down, focus, and truly enjoy books. Many students look forward to spending time in the reading corner, and it has already helped foster a stronger love of reading and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1706752885580,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-reading-corner/8181891/","projectTitle":"Cozy Reading Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R Berana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9451420_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768619748830","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9451420"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_124324","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":643,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":9,"percentBlack":13,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":58,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":2,"percentMultiracialImputed":7,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.1,"schoolId":124324,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Earl N Jenkins Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Earl N Jenkins Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/earl-n-jenkins-elementary-school/124324"}