{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Elaine Wynn Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":54.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8117763,"projectId":10009234,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to see that we had a new batch of K-Nex. When they were in 1st grade, we used the primary version so now they were able to explore a multitude of new designs. At first they followed the guide, but as they got more comfortable with the supplies, they were able to begin to build their own creations.\r\n\r\nThe watercolors were a great fit for my neurobiology unit. One of the activities is creating neurographic art. Each student focuses on an problem and they write it on the back of their watercolor paper. We use sharpies to create the lines. These represent the path to solving their problems. Not all solutions are linear. This activity is quiet and introspective. It calms the mind and allows the students to reflect. I have shared this with other gifted specialists in my district and recieved great feedback.\r\n\r\nThanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1768241072817,"projectUrl":"project/stem-art-istry-integration/10009234/","projectTitle":"STEM-Art-istry Integration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lesko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8117763_orig.jpg?crop=1075,1075,x422,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644261893298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8117763"},{"teacherId":1401625,"projectId":10020208,"letterContent":"Our class has loved using the new resources during learning time! We recently used them to engage is hands-on learning where students worked together to create and share their character trait ideas. It was a great moment to see their creativity and teamwork in action.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were excited and eager to explore right away. Moving forward, we will continue using them to support simple writing and drawing activities as we learn about creating narrative stories.","fullyFundedDate":1768767932880,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-learn-the-essentials/10020208/","projectTitle":"Ready to Learn: The Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jimenez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1401625_orig.png?crop=256,256,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768683336441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1401625"},{"teacherId":10405002,"projectId":10024653,"letterContent":"Thank you sincerely for your generous support of our classroom initiative. Your contribution has enabled the integration of high-quality resources that are already transforming the way my students engage with the curriculum. In a recent project, students utilized these materials to collaboratively analyze and apply key concepts, fostering deeper conceptual understanding through inquiry-based learning. One particularly meaningful moment was observing students who typically demonstrate hesitation become active participants, contributing thoughtful insights and demonstrating increased academic confidence. When the materials were first introduced, students responded with genuine enthusiasm and intellectual curiosity, eager to explore and interact with the new tools at their disposal.\r\n\r\nYour investment has not only enriched our current instruction but has also laid the groundwork for continued academic growth. Moving forward, students will build upon this foundation by engaging in more rigorous, application-based projects that emphasize critical thinking, problem-solving, and real-world connections. These next steps are designed to further develop their analytical skills while promoting collaborative discourse and independent inquiry. I am deeply grateful for your role in supporting this work, as it has had a measurable and lasting impact on both student engagement and learning outcomes.","fullyFundedDate":1768693943214,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-everything-and-everything-i/10024653/","projectTitle":"A Place for Everything, and Everything in Its Place","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Samara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10405002"},{"teacherId":5793405,"projectId":9988383,"letterContent":"My students absolutely light up when they see dry erase boards and flashcards come out. There's something about the novelty of opening a fresh package—the crinkle of the plastic, the clean, blank boards, and the neatly stacked cards—that instantly builds excitement in the room. You can hear the buzz of anticipation as they wonder what we'll practice and how they'll get to use the materials. Even students who are usually hesitant become eager to participate, ready to read, write, erase, and try again without the pressure of making a permanent mistake.\r\n\r\nOnce the materials are in their hands, engagement skyrockets. Students love the quick pace and interactive nature of using dry erase boards to show their thinking, and flashcards turn practice into something that feels more like a game than work. Their current favorite \"game\" is Beat Your Score, where they get a minute to get as many answers correct and then another minute to beat that score. They enjoy working with each other, building both confidence and fluency in a low-stakes way. The ability to immediately correct and revise their answers helps reinforce learning while keeping frustration low.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for my students are to build independence and deepen their use of these tools. They will begin creating their own flashcards based on skills we're learning, which encourages ownership and reinforces understanding. With dry erase reading passages, they'll move up in levels as they become proficient at answering questions. Ultimately, these tools will continue to support active participation while helping students take greater responsibility for their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1768399845401,"projectUrl":"project/dry-erase-learning/9988383/","projectTitle":"Dry Erase Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5793405_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548642423140","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wynndavis"},{"teacherId":6309609,"projectId":10012641,"letterContent":"Books about animals had a powerful impact on my students by sparking curiosity which carried over into their animal writing. As we explored animals, students became deeply engaged in learning about habitats, behaviors, and how to care for living things. They eagerly shared connections, asked thoughtful questions, and even began to see themselves as responsible caretakers of animals. These experiences laid a strong foundation for building both literacy skills and compassion.\r\n\r\nSupplies for our classroom pet brought learning to life in a tangible and memorable way. When students saw the new bedding and food, they were thrilled and immediately interested in helping. They took ownership of responsibilities, worked together to ensure the pet was cared for properly, and showed pride in maintaining its environment. This hands-on experience reinforced lessons from our reading while also building teamwork and responsibility. Students frequently checked on the pet to see what has been eaten or used, asked questions about its needs, and demonstrated genuine care, showing how impactful experiential learning can be.\r\n\r\nClassroom materials like folders, batteries, and a camera also played an important role in enhancing our learning environment. The classroom was excited to organize work with new folders, since the old ones were ripped. Batteries ensured that our classroom flashlights stayed functional during Flashlight Friday, an exciting time to read. The addition of a camera was especially exciting—students loved documenting their work, capturing moments with the classroom pet, and creating visual records of their learning. Moving forward, students will use these materials to deepen their learning by creating projects, reflecting on their experiences, and continuing to build independence and responsibility in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768800435386,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/10012641/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pratus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6309609_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109204171","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6309609"},{"teacherId":6410302,"projectId":10033334,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with a color printer. This resource has made a huge difference for my students. As a Garden and Health teacher for grades K–5, I create many hands-on lessons that rely on visuals, diagrams, and interactive materials. Being able to print in color allows my students to clearly see plant parts, pollinators, insects, and garden science concepts that we explore both in the classroom and in our outdoor school garden. The vibrant visuals help make abstract science ideas more concrete and accessible, especially for our younger learners.\r\n\r\nMany of my students are English Language Learners, so visual supports are essential for their understanding. With the color printer, I can create clear picture cards, diagrams, worksheets, and bilingual learning materials that help students connect vocabulary with real-world images. Students are especially excited when they receive colorful garden observation sheets, butterfly life cycle diagrams, and plant part charts that they can use during our outdoor investigations.\r\n\r\nThis printer has allowed me to quickly create engaging, high-quality materials tailored to my students' needs. It helps bring our science and garden lessons to life and supports students in becoming curious, confident learners. Your generosity is directly impacting the way my students experience learning every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768705969596,"projectUrl":"project/from-ideas-to-print-tools-for-student-l/10033334/","projectTitle":"From Ideas to Print: Tools for Student Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taitano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6410302_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632957677250","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6410302"},{"teacherId":9629591,"projectId":10024750,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and making this project possible. When the materials arrived, my second graders were so excited to see the new resources. Many of them immediately wanted to explore and start using everything right away. Seeing their faces light up reminded me how meaningful your generosity is for our classroom. Your support helps create a learning environment where students feel motivated and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nWe have already started using the new materials during our small group activities and hands-on lessons. My students especially enjoy using them during our math and reading centers, where they can practice important skills in a more interactive way. One special moment was when a group of students worked together to solve a problem and proudly shared their thinking with the class. These resources have helped them stay engaged, collaborate with classmates, and build confidence in their learning.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these materials to support our daily lessons and small group instruction. They will help my students practice key skills, think creatively, and stay curious about learning. Your kindness and generosity truly make a difference in our classroom, and my students and I are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1768708465453,"projectUrl":"project/tier-1-classroom-supplies/10024750/","projectTitle":"Tier 1 Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9629591"},{"teacherId":463076,"projectId":10005421,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. We're using the new phonics materials during small groups to build words, move letters around, and practice blending sounds. The first time my students saw everything, their eyes lit up—everyone wanted to jump in and use the materials to make words. \r\n\r\nNext, we're using these tools to strengthen short vowels, CVC words, and common word patterns, and then applying that practice in our decodable books and writing. Your donation is helping my students feel more confident and brave as they learn English and learn to read at the same time. Thank you for being part of their progress—it truly means a lot.","fullyFundedDate":1768191892278,"projectUrl":"project/boosting-literacy-for-multilingual-learn/10005421/","projectTitle":"Boosting Literacy for Multilingual Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Solis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp463076_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768850148984","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/asolis"},{"teacherId":10403510,"projectId":10016825,"letterContent":"Your generosity made an immediate impact in our classroom, especially when our students saw the new books added to our class library. As we unpacked them together, the excitement was contagious—students rushed to see the titles, flipping through pages and already planning what they wanted to read next. One student eagerly shared that one of the new Goosebumps books was his favorite he's read so far, and he couldn't wait to recommend it to his friends. Moments like that remind me how powerful access to engaging, high-interest books can be in building a love of reading. These new additions are being used daily during independent reading time, small groups, and even as inspiration for writing activities.\r\n\r\nThe new classroom tools have also made a big difference in our daily routines. Our new whiteboard erasers work wonders on the new whiteboards, making it easier for students to quickly clear their work and try again. It may seem like a small change, but it's helped keep lessons running smoothly and encourages students to participate more often because they know they can easily fix mistakes. Students were genuinely excited to see these materials arrive, and their enthusiasm has carried over into our lessons and classroom environment.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're continuing to use the new books for reading groups, book talks, and upcoming projects where students will respond to what they've read through writing and creative presentations. The class library has become an even more inviting space, and students are eager to explore new genres and share recommendations with each other. Thank you for giving our students these opportunities—your support has brought joy, motivation, and meaningful learning into our classroom every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1768528038246,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-improvements/10016825/","projectTitle":"Classroom Improvements!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hubbard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403510"},{"teacherId":9467085,"projectId":10041569,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are using these new resources every day to support learning, self-regulation, and positive behavior. The sensory tools and rewards are integrated into our classroom routines—students use them during independent work, small groups, and transition times to help stay focused and calm. One of my favorite moments was watching a student who often struggles with attention independently choose a sensory tool and successfully complete their work with confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. Their eyes lit up, and they couldn't wait to learn how each item could help them learn in different ways. Many students shared that the tools helped them feel calmer, happier, and more ready to learn, which has strengthened our classroom community and sense of safety.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these resources will continue to support our current lessons by helping students manage emotions, build stamina for learning, and stay engaged during reading and writing activities. Because of you, my classroom is a more inclusive, supportive space where every student has what they need to succeed. Thank you for giving my students the tools to learn and grow. 💙","fullyFundedDate":1768796274919,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-rewards-for-focused-happy-2nd-g/10041569/","projectTitle":"Sensory Rewards for Focused, Happy 2nd Grade Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9467085"},{"teacherId":8138209,"projectId":9898950,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donation to our schools' LEGO Club. We have been busy building LEGO sets and really appreciate all of the choices and opportunities you have allowed us to have. \r\nEvery Tuesday after school our LEGO Club meets and builds different sets. Because of your generosity, we will be able to create using Creator 3-in-1 sets that allow students to build three different designs using the same LEGO pieces. This arrangement will allow students to collaborate with different peers. \r\nStudents are learning cooperation and how to follow step-by-step instructions, which are very important skills when working with others. From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for donating to our LEGO Club. We would not be as successful without you.","fullyFundedDate":1764647432772,"projectUrl":"project/new-lego-builds-for-lego-club/9898950/","projectTitle":"New Lego Builds for Lego Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kirkbride","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8138209_orig.jpg?crop=507,507,x68,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692127102175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8138209"},{"teacherId":6410302,"projectId":9910368,"letterContent":"When the materials arrived, my students were thrilled. Seeing the jingle bell necklaces immediately brought excitement and curiosity, and many students recognized the connection to The Polar Express. During our family literacy event, students wore their bells and rang them during key moments of the story, which helped bring the text to life and increased engagement for all learners, especially our English Language Learners.\r\n\r\nThe candy canes were shared as a celebration of positive behavior and participation. Students were proud to receive them and understood they represented teamwork, kindness, and being respectful members of our school community.\r\n\r\nOne of the most impactful moments was watching students from different grade levels enjoy the experience together with their families. The event created a strong sense of belonging and joy, and many families shared how meaningful it was to have a school-sponsored experience they could attend together.\r\n\r\nFollowing the event, students reflected on the experience through class discussions and writing activities focused on emotions, gratitude, and community. The excitement from the night carried over into the classroom, increasing student engagement and strengthening connections between school and home.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make this memorable and meaningful experience possible for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1764185650428,"projectUrl":"project/believe-bells-for-our-polar-express-fam/9910368/","projectTitle":"Believe: Bells for Our Polar Express Family Night","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taitano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6410302_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632957677250","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6410302"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_55318","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":706,"numTeachers":53,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":18,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":67,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":45.6,"schoolId":55318,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Elaine Wynn Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Elaine Wynn Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/elaine-wynn-elementary-school/55318"}