{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Fredric W Watson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":63.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8125803,"projectId":10255673,"letterContent":"In our class, technology helps students build independence and confidence in their work. They can access resources, complete assignments, and stay organized independently, which gives them a stronger sense of ownership over their learning. It also helps create a feeling of belonging, as every student has equal access to the tools they need to participate and succeed.\r\n\r\nThe new product will be especially exciting for students because it provides items many of them would not otherwise have, such as headphones and pouches to keep their materials organized. This would be a noticeable difference in their daily experience. It will help the students for the coming school year.","fullyFundedDate":1777985391396,"projectUrl":"project/small-tools-big-learning-for-3rd-grader/10255673/","projectTitle":"Small Tools, Big Learning for 3rd Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ballesteros","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8125803_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y512&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680996277751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125803"},{"teacherId":10407942,"projectId":10031486,"letterContent":"The resources from our \"Empowering Academic Growth through Sensory Regulation\" project have made an incredible impact on our classroom community. Our students are using the sensory tools daily to help regulate emotions, improve focus, and stay engaged in learning activities. From flexible seating and calming sensory items to fidgets and quiet corners, these materials have created a classroom environment where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. One especially meaningful moment happened during a small-group reading lesson when a student who often struggled to remain seated and focused was able to use a sensory cushion and calming tools to stay engaged for the entire lesson. That student proudly participated in discussion and completed the activity with confidence, which was a huge accomplishment.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to explore the different tools and quickly began learning how each item could help them stay calm, focused, and successful throughout the school day. Many students expressed how the calming resources helped them \"feel better\" or \"think more clearly.\" The classroom atmosphere has become noticeably more positive, with students demonstrating stronger self-regulation skills and improved collaboration with peers. These resources have also encouraged students to advocate for their own learning needs in a thoughtful and responsible way.\r\nAs we continue moving forward, these sensory regulation tools will remain an important part of our daily classroom routines and academic instruction. Students are currently using the resources during literacy centers, independent work time, and collaborative projects to help maintain focus and manage emotions effectively. Our next steps include teaching students additional self-regulation strategies and incorporating more social-emotional learning activities that build confidence, resilience, and independence. Because of your generosity, our students are developing skills that support not only their academic growth, but also their emotional well-being and long-term success. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768700733305,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-academic-growth-through-senso/10031486/","projectTitle":"Empowering Academic Growth through Sensory Regulation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hanna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10407942"},{"teacherId":8067550,"projectId":10014509,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our room. Your donations—especially the social-emotional learning items—have made a meaningful and immediate impact on our students. These tools have given countless children a way to identify their feelings and communicate their needs, even when words are hard to find.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, we've seen students go from moments of intense distress to a place of calm and regulation after just a few minutes using these items and activities. That kind of transformation is powerful, and it's happening every day because of you. We are truly grateful for your support and the difference you've made in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768611521408,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-feel-safe-calm-and-re/10014509/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Feel Safe, Calm, and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Petersen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8067550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631733759358","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sams-super-learners"},{"teacherId":9349463,"projectId":9991092,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well. On behalf of my students and our classroom community, I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support and donation of educational supplies for our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students now have access to alternative seating options that create a more comfortable, flexible, and engaging learning environment. The new seating helps students stay focused, collaborate more effectively, and feel empowered to learn in ways that best support their individual needs. It has already made a meaningful difference in both classroom participation and student confidence.\r\n\r\nWe are also especially excited about the addition of our classroom fish. This small but impactful addition has brought so much joy, curiosity, and responsibility into our classroom. Students are eager to help care for the fish, and it has become a calming and positive presence throughout the school day. It has also created opportunities for learning conversations about science, responsibility, and compassion.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes far beyond supplies—you are helping create a classroom where students feel supported, valued, and excited to learn each day. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students and their educational experience.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtful support and commitment to education. Your generosity is truly appreciated, and the impact of your donation will continue to benefit our students every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768150052772,"projectUrl":"project/a-new-perspective-with-a-friend/9991092/","projectTitle":"A New Perspective With a Friend","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson Room 68","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9349463_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703109572932","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349463"},{"teacherId":8686504,"projectId":10041472,"letterContent":"When my students walked in and saw all the new games and items we received, I could see how excited they were to try everything out. The were excited to earn points for their new prize box rewards. The fact I can print out their worksheets in color or if a student lost a copy and I can easily print out a new one from the convenience of my classroom, is truly amazing. The wipes come in handy with cleaning desks and anything students commonly share or touch. The dots for my small group are always a favorite and usually they rip quickly due to the students writing on them at my small group. Lastly, the games! Those are always a favorite for my students to be able to review or reinforce their skills through play. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1768791773071,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-play-games-supplies/10041472/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Play: Games, Supplies, and Tools for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Solorzano Minera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8686504_orig.jpg?crop=1211,1211,x34,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662690644304","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8686504"},{"teacherId":9553196,"projectId":10027441,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. Your thoughtful contribution of privacy folders, headphones, seat pouches, clipboards, cleaning supplies, and treasure box items has made a meaningful difference in our daily routines. We use these materials every single day, and they have quickly become essential tools for both learning and organization. The privacy folders, in particular, provide students with the focused environment they need during testing, helping them do their very best work with confidence.\r\n\r\nYour support has also helped create a more structured, clean, and positive classroom environment. The seat pouches keep students organized and responsible for their materials, while the cleaning supplies ensure our space remains safe and sanitized for everyone. The treasure box items have been especially impactful, serving as motivating rewards that encourage positive behavior and celebrate student achievements. Because of your kindness, our classroom is not only better equipped but also a more engaging and supportive place for learning. We are truly grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1768764514626,"projectUrl":"project/support-ms-js-2nd-grade-class/10027441/","projectTitle":"Support Ms. J's 2nd Grade Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9553196_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1717010819176","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9553196"},{"teacherId":8686504,"projectId":9723688,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through your generous donation of math games! These arrived at the perfect time and have been incredibly helpful during our centers, especially as we review for state testing. Students were particularly excited about the fraction games—they've truly enjoyed learning fractions this year. They shared that the games were not only fun, but also helped reinforce their skills and build confidence. Your support made a meaningful difference. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1768521346915,"projectUrl":"project/making-math-fun/9723688/","projectTitle":"Making Math Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Solorzano Minera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8686504_orig.jpg?crop=1211,1211,x34,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662690644304","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8686504"},{"teacherId":9356416,"projectId":9989486,"letterContent":"I cannot express what your donation means to me and my students. With your donation, my class was able to purchase class sets of books. A few days ago we started reading the first book of the Dragon Master series together. The whole class loved the book so much, that they have begged me to create another campaign to buy the rest of the series for them to enjoy! This is the first time I have seen all of my students get excited about a book! Without your donation I would have never been able to give my students that spark of imagination, so I truly thank you from the bottom of my heart.","fullyFundedDate":1768075090504,"projectUrl":"project/book-an-adventure/9989486/","projectTitle":"Book an Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tucker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9356416_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734567279136","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9356416"},{"teacherId":8915882,"projectId":10007372,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our project, Supporting Sensory Needs in Our K–2 Autism Classroom. Because of your kindness, our classroom has become a more supportive and responsive space for our students' unique sensory and learning needs. Your contributions have made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for your dedication to helping create stronger, more supportive learning environments. Your support has allowed teachers like me to better meet the needs of our students and provide them with the tools they need to grow and succeed. Your commitment to supporting teachers also gives us the encouragement and confidence to continue doing this important work each day.\r\n\r\nWe love the new sensory resources we received, which have made learning activities more engaging, meaningful, and impactful. With the addition of sensory tools and manipulatives, learning in our classroom has become more enjoyable and interactive. Students often see these materials as games, allowing them to have fun while growing and learning with joy. With the new resources, our students now have the opportunity to choose what helps them feel regulated and ready to learn. They also have access to learning experiences that support their unique ways of understanding and expressing what they know in more ways than one.\r\n\r\nYour support has created a nurturing environment where our students feel seen, understood, and supported in ways that truly matter. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for helping us provide experiences that foster growth, confidence, and joy.","fullyFundedDate":1768253376693,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-sensory-needs-in-our-k2-auti/10007372/","projectTitle":"Supporting Sensory Needs in Our K–2 Autism Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8915882_orig.jpg?crop=396,396,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768154668987","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8915882"},{"teacherId":8180783,"projectId":10007264,"letterContent":"Thank you once again for your generous support and for making this project possible for my students.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the new storage unit and materials, our classroom has become more structured, organized, and student-friendly. My students now independently access their materials during rotations, knowing exactly where everything belongs. One memorable moment was during our small group activity when a student who typically needed multiple prompts was able to retrieve, use, and return materials independently with confidence. It was a huge step toward building independence.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new setup, they were excited and curious. They immediately began exploring the labeled compartments and were eager to use the new system. The clear organization helped them feel calm and more in control of their environment.\r\n\r\nWe are also beginning to use our affirmation area as part of our daily routine. Students practice positive self-talk, celebrate small successes, and build confidence before starting their tasks.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue strengthening independence during independent work and rotations, while incorporating more structured routines and self-regulation strategies. These tools are helping my students grow not only academically, but also socially and emotionally.\r\n\r\nYour support is truly making a lasting difference in our classroom. Thank you for being part of our journey.","fullyFundedDate":1768187073507,"projectUrl":"project/everything-in-its-place-organized-learn/10007264/","projectTitle":"Everything in Its Place: Organized Learning for Students With Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nacor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8180783_orig.jpg?crop=2100,2100,x0,y350&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699080606417","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8180783"},{"teacherId":8271393,"projectId":9987979,"letterContent":"Our students have been actively using the new resources during small group instruction and hands-on learning centers, which has made a meaningful difference in their engagement and understanding. For example, during our reading rotations, students used the materials to practice decoding and building words, while in math centers, they used manipulatives to solve addition and subtraction problems. One memorable moment was when a student who typically struggles to stay focused was able to independently complete a task using the new materials, showing increased confidence and pride in their work.\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 everything right away. Many students expressed how \"fun\" learning felt, and we observed increased participation, longer attention spans, and more positive interactions during lessons. The materials have helped create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment where all students can access the curriculum in a way that works best for them.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue incorporating these resources into our daily lessons to reinforce key academic and functional life skills. Our next steps include using the materials to support ongoing reading and math goals, as well as expanding into more collaborative and project-based activities. With these tools, students will continue building independence, confidence, and the skills they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768163827584,"projectUrl":"project/engage-the-senses-empower-the-learner/9987979/","projectTitle":"Engage the Senses, Empower the Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marfil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8271393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642053607738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8271393"},{"teacherId":2658642,"projectId":9993750,"letterContent":"We truly appreciate your generous donations to our classroom. We were able to get many supplies that we use in the classroom on a daily basis to help us learn.\r\n\r\nWe were able to use our pencils each day to demonstrate our understanding and practice our skills. We used craft sticks to represent fractions for our math lessons. The colored ink allowed us to print out maps of Nevada to better understand our social studies lessons, and create illustrations to represent our poetry. Early finishers get to play the multiplication game to build their facts fluency and accuracy in a fun way. \r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our students and their abilities to learn new skills each day and become thoughtful, motivated, and productive citizens.","fullyFundedDate":1768177768221,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-help-us-thrive/9993750/","projectTitle":"Supplies Help Us Thrive!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Loveall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2658642_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1499707103535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-loveall"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_70500","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":633,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":27,"percentWhite":12,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":46,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":2,"percentMultiracialImputed":7,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":36.7,"schoolId":70500,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Fredric W Watson Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Fredric W Watson Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/frederic-watson-elementary-school/70500"}