{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Eva G Simmons Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":42.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9594612,"projectId":9990699,"letterContent":"Using math manipulatives has had a meaningful impact on my classroom and the way my students approach math. I have noticed that when students are able to physically see, touch, and move objects to represent a math concept, they are much more confident in their understanding. Manipulatives have helped take abstract concepts and make them feel more concrete and manageable for my students.\r\n\r\nFor me, manipulatives have become more than just a classroom tool. They have helped me better understand how my students think and where they may be struggling. They have allowed me to make math more hands-on, engaging, and meaningful while giving my students the opportunity to build a stronger foundation for future learning.","fullyFundedDate":1768069800178,"projectUrl":"project/tools-of-the-trade-math-manipulatives-a/9990699/","projectTitle":"Tools of the Trade: Math Manipulatives and Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-christinasmith"},{"teacherId":9489175,"projectId":10073158,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generous donations to our classroom! These materials have already made such a positive difference in our students' learning and development.\r\n\r\nWith the EXPO black markers and laminated sheets, my students are excited to practice writing their names, letters of the alphabet, and numbers. Because the sheets can be used over and over again, they have many opportunities to practice, build their skills, and become more confident in their writing and drawing.\r\n\r\nOne of their favorite parts is using the erasers! They love knowing that if they make a mistake or feel that their work is not quite neat enough, they can simply erase it and try again. \r\nThank you for making these learning experiences possible.","fullyFundedDate":1778068702503,"projectUrl":"project/write-erase-reuse/10073158/","projectTitle":"Write, Erase, Reuse","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. La France","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9489175"},{"teacherId":9489175,"projectId":10077423,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and helping provide these meaningful learning materials for my students. Your generosity has made a positive difference in our classroom by giving my students opportunities to learn, explore, and practice important social-emotional skills through play.\r\n\r\nWatching my students sit on the floor and play with the marble run was truly amazing. My classroom is filled with kindergarterns whois learning how to take turns, share, and play together, and sit. When I showed them the marble run they were curious about what to do with all the pieces. Once they were shown how to connect them, they became to build and create amazing towers. One student stacked his pieces as tall as he was, and then stood on a chair so he could continue building even higher! The students took turns playing the fishing game and the dart game they all were fascinated how I was throwing the ball and it stuck to the board.\r\n \r\nYour generosity is deeply appreciated. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1779385304202,"projectUrl":"project/lets-play-together/10077423/","projectTitle":"Let's Play Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. La France","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9489175"},{"teacherId":8121761,"projectId":10047462,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to my classroom! My pre-k students with special needs are learning all about the world around them as they explore the centers using the materials purchased by you! They are learning to share; play and learn alongside one another and be kind as they discover the world around them.\r\n Prek students learn best by exploring the world, and we try to bring that world to them by placing in front of them in our classroom centers. We could not have been able to do that without your help! We appreciate you! My students have learned so much because of you!\r\n Thanks you for making a difference in their lives, and helping our littlest learners grow!","fullyFundedDate":1769206496448,"projectUrl":"project/busy-hands-growing-little-minds/10047462/","projectTitle":"Busy Hands Growing Little Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Waker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8121761_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699471843538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8121761"},{"teacherId":7146870,"projectId":7986206,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous support through Donors Choose. Your kindness helped provide engaging opportunities that promoted movement, fitness, teamwork, and fun in ways that students genuinely enjoyed and looked forward to each day.\r\nBecause of your support, students were able to participate in activities that encouraged them to stay active while building confidence and cooperation skills. The resources helped create a more exciting and inclusive environment where all students felt encouraged to join in, try new things, and support one another. It was amazing to see students become more engaged, energized, and enthusiastic during activities.\r\nYour donation also helped strengthen our classroom community. Students learned the importance of teamwork, communication, and perseverance while participating in fun and active experiences together. Many students who are normally quiet or hesitant became more willing to participate and connect with their peers. Watching students encourage one another and celebrate successes together was one of the most rewarding outcomes.","fullyFundedDate":1699144112134,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-ways-to-promote-fitness-is-fun/7986206/","projectTitle":"Engaging Ways to Promote Fitness Is Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Quinones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7146870_orig.png?crop=340,340,x8,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583276994424","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7146870"},{"teacherId":10016864,"projectId":9990193,"letterContent":"Your donation of clean and dry clothes has helped many students stay in school learning! It has had a positive impact on every age group from preschool through 5th grade, and every ability of student including our special education students.\r\nIt has allowed students to return to learning in every subject as a clothing mishap can happen any time during the school day. Without your generous donation, many of these students would have been picked up and taken home for the day. \r\nEvery moment of education matters and your donation kept kids in their seats and learning. It prevented unnecessary absences and hours of instruction missed. Our entire school appreciates the positive impact your donation has had on our entire school community!","fullyFundedDate":1768064370182,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-dry-pants-give-students-a-chan/9990193/","projectTitle":"Clean and Dry Pants Give Students a Chance!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nancarrow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10016864"},{"teacherId":10402363,"projectId":10010573,"letterContent":"Our new resources have already made a big impact in our classroom! I have been using the anchor chart paper to create colorful, easy-to-read posters that support our current lessons in reading, writing, and math, giving students a reference tool they can use independently throughout the day. During a recent writing lesson, students eagerly used the sentence starters and editing reminders from our anchor charts to improve their work, and it was exciting to see them confidently referring to the posters without needing extra help. When the students first saw the new materials, they were thrilled and immediately noticed how bright and helpful the charts were, and they were especially excited about the incentive prizes for positive behavior. The prizes have already helped motivate students to make responsible choices and work together respectfully. Next, we will continue adding new anchor charts as we begin upcoming units so students can build their learning toolkit all year long while working toward classroom goals and earning rewards for their hard work.","fullyFundedDate":1769177562267,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-and-supplies/10010573/","projectTitle":"Incentives and Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402363"},{"teacherId":9610886,"projectId":10019797,"letterContent":"My students were beyond excited when they first saw the new materials arrive in our classroom. Their faces lit up as I introduced the markers, crayons, math manipulatives, dry erase pockets, reading resources, and prizes. They immediately wanted to explore everything and could not wait to start learning with them. Their enthusiasm reminded me how powerful new, engaging tools can be for young learners.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the resources every day during our literacy and math centers. One special moment was during our CVC word practice. Students used the dry erase pockets to build and write words like cat, dog, and pig. They were sounding out each letter, blending the sounds together, and proudly reading the words aloud. Because they could erase and try again, students felt confident taking risks and practicing independently. It was amazing to watch students.\r\n\r\nIn math, the manipulatives have made a huge difference as students count, sort, and compare numbers in hands-on ways. Instead of just hearing about numbers, they can touch and move objects to truly understand the concepts. The prizes that were ordered have also been a wonderful motivator, encouraging students to stay focused, work hard, and celebrate their effort, perseverance, and growth.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue using these resources as we work on beginning sentence writing, more advanced word families, and addition within 20. Students will use the crayons and markers to illustrate and write their ideas, while continuing to build confidence in reading and math. Thank you for giving my kindergarteners tools that make learning exciting, meaningful, and full of joy.","fullyFundedDate":1768753443417,"projectUrl":"project/ms-cs-kinders/10019797/","projectTitle":"Ms. C.'s Kinders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cruz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9610886"},{"teacherId":8127580,"projectId":10034069,"letterContent":"I want to take the time to thank you for your donation towards the items that were purchased for my students. They loved the new stickers to earn, the new reinforcers that were available to work for, and the various items used during tasks to work on their sound production and language skills. \r\n\r\n As the products arrived they would come in and get so excited to see new things and wondered when they were going to get to see the new items. You contributed to making learning exciting for the second half of the school year. \r\n\r\n From my students and myself, thank you so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1768751243869,"projectUrl":"project/communication-is-for-everyone/10034069/","projectTitle":"Communication Is for Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ashley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8127580_orig.jpg?crop=604,604,x0,y267&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634148071628","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8127580"},{"teacherId":10399598,"projectId":9995569,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing the Model Magic to make some very wonderful book character puppets. My students were able to choose a storybook character and then they created their heads from the Model Magic and their body from muslin. Then they painted them.\r\n\r\nUsing clay and painting are my students favorite mediums to use. They were so excited and couldn't wait to bring them home. They displayed them as they walked pass students in the hall with the biggest smile.\r\n\r\nNow as we are wrapping up the year we are working with recycled cardboard to make sculptural faces like Kimmy Cantrell's work.","fullyFundedDate":1768166119279,"projectUrl":"project/puppets-to-boost-reading/9995569/","projectTitle":"Puppets to Boost Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Criswell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10399598_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767972948252","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-bjcriswell"},{"teacherId":6341891,"projectId":10016734,"letterContent":"Receiving the light cube and manipulatives has had a meaningful and immediate impact on our classroom environment. From the moment it was introduced, students were naturally drawn to the light table, demonstrating heightened curiosity, focus, and engagement. The soft illumination creates a calming yet stimulating space that encourages exploration and sustained attention, particularly for students who benefit from sensory-rich learning experiences. It has become a valuable tool for supporting a wide range of learning styles, helping students better visualize concepts and stay actively involved in hands-on activities.\r\n\r\nStudents have been using the light cube and manipulatives in creative and purposeful ways across multiple subject areas. In literacy, they build letters and practice word formation using translucent shapes, strengthening both fine motor skills and letter recognition. In math, they sort, pattern, and count using colorful manipulatives, deepening their understanding of foundational concepts. Additionally, the light cube has inspired imaginative play, with students creating scenes, telling stories, and collaborating with peers. This combination of creativity and academic exploration has fostered not only skill development but also confidence, communication, and a genuine excitement for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1768697691875,"projectUrl":"project/light-up-kindergarten/10016734/","projectTitle":"Light Up Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ahern","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6341891_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701103039207","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ahernloveskindergartn"},{"teacherId":5413135,"projectId":9993311,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the resources you donated to help my students with their self regulation strategies. Students are journaling every week to express their successes and frustrations in the classroom. They are all also documenting what strategies are working and which strategies they do not mesh with. The weighted balls, calming fidgets have been very useful for my students that are struggling through frustration during academic times. They keep the fidgets at their desks and use them without any one else seeing them. \r\n When the students came into the classroom I had all of the resources wrapped in a box. They were so excited to see all of the materials after we opened it. The new games you donated have been so helpful and the students are beyond excited to play them when we have time available. I had parents messaging me after school because their students had come home and told them about the unwrapping of the new box.\r\n I am hoping that my students will continue to use the journaling and strategies they learn when coming ot me. I have provided them a backpack and they will be choosing the items they think they will need at home. Again, thank you for the resources my students needed to help them regulate and be successful in their everyday life.","fullyFundedDate":1768178985328,"projectUrl":"project/regulation-communication-success/9993311/","projectTitle":"Regulation + Communication= Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hardeman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5413135_orig.jpg?crop=1223,1223,x0,y57&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569347273432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5413135"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_75240","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":528,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":20,"percentWhite":16,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":47,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":1,"percentMultiracialImputed":11,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":57.3,"schoolId":75240,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Eva G Simmons Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Eva G Simmons Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/eva-g-simmons-elementary-school/75240"}