{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Howard A Wasden Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":44.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8542342,"projectId":10032111,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity! All these materials have brought so much excitement and learning to our classroom. It has provided me an opportunity to be a better first grade teacher. \r\n\r\nFrom tackling behavior and attention difficulties with fun fidgets to making concrete connections with manipulative objects, we have become a very hands on class. \r\n\r\nStudents are now offered flexible seating and a bigger book selection to choose from. This has built so much joy in these young readers. It has also helped them become stronger readers, making their future so bright.","fullyFundedDate":1769138851628,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-grade-level/10032111/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Grade Level","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rosete","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8542342_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768928626087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8542342"},{"teacherId":1848138,"projectId":9992871,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of my classroom and my students! The books and the headphones I received have been a great help with the units I am teaching. The mythology books in particular have been useful both for whole group lessons and independent student research. My third graders are currently doing a joint study of mythology and \"The Lightning Thief,\" and having books on mythology that were written for children their age gives me the assurance that the information will be presented appropriately. They've really been enjoying the books, and I know this unit will be good for both their overall literacy skills and all the references to mythology that come up in texts they will read over the years.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have also been a huge help in having my classroom run smoothly. Some of my units include self-paced aspects where students are exploring a topic through assigned videos, readings, and hands-on experiments. Having a set of headphones that are reliable means that I can spend my time meeting with students to check for understanding and students can spend their time focused on learning instead of wasting time trying to find that magic pair of headphones that will actually work in the bin. Now they all work, every time, and that has made everyday activities easier. So thank you again for all your support!","fullyFundedDate":1768176506744,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-better-learning/9992871/","projectTitle":"Books for Better Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bloom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1848138_orig.png?crop=584,584,x67,y17&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601055200168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-bloom42"},{"teacherId":8113770,"projectId":10030463,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to sensory and art supplies that make a meaningful difference in their daily learning. The markers, pipe cleaners, and paint sticks have already become favorite tools, helping students express their creativity. My students have found ways to utilize the art supplies to make individual fidget supports to help them focus. The vibration pillow and hand held vibration also help students to self regulate. \r\n\r\nThese materials are more than just supplies—they provide opportunities for students to explore, create, and feel comfortable and engaged in their environment. For many of our learners, having access to sensory supports helps them stay focused, regulated, and ready to learn. The art materials encourage imagination, fine motor development, and self-expression in ways that are both fun and meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1768698261036,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-art/10030463/","projectTitle":"Sensory & Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Milling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8113770"},{"teacherId":8158992,"projectId":10023866,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful for your support!\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, our students now have wobble chairs that allow them to move while they learn, helping them stay focused, regulated, and engaged throughout the day. This flexible seating has already created a more comfortable and productive learning environment for many of our students.\r\n\r\nThe new books you provided are opening doors to imagination and growth. Students are excited to read texts that are at their level and match their interests, helping build confidence and a love of reading.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the prize box items have become a powerful source of motivation. They are encouraging positive behavior, perseverance, and a sense of accomplishment as students work toward their goals.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is supporting not only academic success, but also the social-emotional growth of every child in our classroom. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their future!","fullyFundedDate":1768664694417,"projectUrl":"project/movement-and-motivation/10023866/","projectTitle":"Movement and Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Codol","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8158992"},{"teacherId":6313450,"projectId":9994456,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our library has been transformed into a hands-on, creative learning space where stories quite literally come to life. The STEM building materials you provided have become a central part of how our students engage with books, allowing them to move beyond simply reading and into creating.\r\n\r\nStudents have been using these materials to design and build physical representations of their favorite parts of books. One especially memorable moment came from a group of students who had just finished a popular chapter book. They worked together to recreate a key scene, carefully constructing the setting and even engineering moving parts to represent action in the story. As they built, they discussed characters, plot, and themes in a way that showed deep understanding and excitement. It was incredible to see literacy and STEM blend so naturally.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate and contagious. Students' eyes lit up as they explored the bins, eagerly asking when they could start building. Even some of our more reluctant readers became engaged, motivated by the opportunity to create something tangible from what they read. The materials sparked curiosity, collaboration, and a sense of ownership over their learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build on this momentum. Students are beginning to take on more complex projects, such as redesigning alternate endings to stories or creating models that represent themes and character growth. We also plan to incorporate more structured STEM challenges tied to literature, encouraging students to think critically and creatively at the same time.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only provided materials—it has opened the door to deeper engagement, creativity, and meaningful learning experiences for our students. Thank you for making such a lasting impact in our library.","fullyFundedDate":1768105812436,"projectUrl":"project/new-stem-activities-for-creativity/9994456/","projectTitle":"New STEM Activities for Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kopecky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6313450_orig.jpg?crop=902,902,x0,y75&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685155981241","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6313450"},{"teacherId":5465449,"projectId":10008037,"letterContent":"The students use the materials for several things that they do. We have a lot of old equipment, so anything new brings a smile to their faces. When the students first saw some of the equipment, they got so excited. We play several different games with hula hoops. Hula Hoop Musical Spots\r\nSpread hoops around the floor (one less than number of students)\r\nPlay music while students move around\r\nWhen music stops, everyone finds a hoop\r\nRemove one hoop each round\r\nLike musical chairs, but more active\r\nHoop Relay Races\r\nDivide students into teams\r\nEach team gets a hoop\r\nStudents run to a cone and back, passing the hoop to the next player\r\nRoll the hoop instead of carrying it\r\nJump in/out of the hoop along the way\r\n\r\nWithout letting go, they pass the hoop around the circle Great for teamwork and problem-solving","fullyFundedDate":1768192381318,"projectUrl":"project/prime-athletics-and-play/10008037/","projectTitle":"Prime Athletics and Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. King","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5465449_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1529816810030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-thomas-king"},{"teacherId":5267141,"projectId":10008763,"letterContent":"I appreciate your kind donation to my first grade classroom. I have 13 students in my class and all of them are readers. The students were so surprised to open the boxes and see the new Mo Willems books! It was like special day every time a new box arrived. \r\nSome of the boxes had multiples of the same books so the students could read the same book as their classmate and read in partners. This made them so happy!\r\n\r\nThanks again for your support in my classroom. YOU have made a difference to all my students this year and the years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1773886008699,"projectUrl":"project/mo-willems-books-for-diverse-learners/10008763/","projectTitle":"Mo Willems Books for Diverse Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dansereau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5267141_orig.jpg?crop=1850,1850,x0,y143&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668999650045","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5267141"},{"teacherId":2381179,"projectId":10038957,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping our first grade classroom! We have been enjoying the headphones that fit on our heads, so we can take AR tests on the books we have read. The child-sized headphones help us to focus while we use our learning programs too. We love the math manipulative tools that include magnetic money, base ten blocks, and clocks! The decodable books are perfect for our beginning readers. They are easy to read and can be read with a buddy, so we can learn together! Us ELL students are learning to read English and we are strengthening our vocabulary everyday! We appreciate your help and are grateful for your generous donations. We use your items everyday! \r\n\r\nMany thanks from the #1 first-grade class in Las Vegas!","fullyFundedDate":1768766881467,"projectUrl":"project/please-help-title-1-first-grade-students/10038957/","projectTitle":"Please Help Title 1 First Grade Students from Diverse Backgrounds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Humphries","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2381179_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y482&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727035191020","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2381179"},{"teacherId":8138946,"projectId":10024504,"letterContent":"We can't thank you enough for the variety of books that you have donated to our classroom. My students have set goals for themselves to achieve with reading. This donation is going to help them reach them while enjoying what we are reading. \r\n\r\nI have been noticing that my students are spending more time choosing to read non fiction books now that we have so many new options. They are having deeper discussions about the facts that they are learning. \r\n\r\nI personally have loved watching their excitement grow.","fullyFundedDate":1768673651484,"projectUrl":"project/love-of-books/10024504/","projectTitle":"Love of Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McElherne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8138946"},{"teacherId":7901311,"projectId":9993211,"letterContent":"I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the generous donation of classroom supplies for my second graders. The headphones, floor pillows, whiteboards, erasers, and the other materials you provided have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese items help create a more comfortable and engaging learning environment for my students. The headphones allow them to focus during independent and technology-based activities, while the floor pillows give them a cozy space to read and work together. The whiteboards and erasers are also wonderful tools that make our lessons more interactive and fun.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and support truly make an impact on my students' learning experiences each day. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping provide resources that encourage creativity, collaboration, and confidence in our young learners.\r\n\r\nWe are very grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1768272327957,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-to-help-my-second-graders/9993211/","projectTitle":"Supplies to Help My Second Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jo Beth Chappel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7901311"},{"teacherId":10416511,"projectId":10053735,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing new books for our 4th grade classroom. Your contribution has already made a meaningful difference, bringing excitement, curiosity, and a renewed love of reading to our students. The moment the books arrived, the room filled with eager hands and bright smiles as students explored the stories waiting for them.\r\nThese books have opened doors to new worlds—adventures, mysteries, science discoveries, and powerful real‑life lessons. Many students who were previously hesitant readers are now choosing to spend extra time with their books, sharing favorite passages with classmates, and discussing characters with genuine enthusiasm. Your generosity has sparked deeper engagement and has helped build confidence in readers at every level.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom library is now a place where students feel inspired, included, and supported. You have given them not just books, but opportunities to dream, grow, and see themselves as lifelong learners. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their futures. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1771370393039,"projectUrl":"project/let-the-reading-adventure-begin/10053735/","projectTitle":"Let the Reading Adventure Begin","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Queen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10416511_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769302287357","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10416511"},{"teacherId":9028970,"projectId":9989074,"letterContent":"Thank you for fully funding our project, \"Hear It, See It, Learn It: Supporting 2nd Grade Learners.\" Because of your generosity, every student in my classroom at Howard A. Wasden Elementary in Las Vegas will now have equitable access to the tools they need to fully engage in learning each day.\r\nThe 20 new pairs of student headphones will make an immediate and powerful impact. In our classroom, we use technology daily to strengthen literacy and math skills through phonics programs, fluency practice, small-group interventions, and interactive learning platforms. For many of my students—especially our English Language Learners—audio support is not just helpful, it is essential. When students can clearly hear instructions, stories, and practice activities without distraction, they gain confidence and independence. No child will have to wait for a working pair or miss out on learning opportunities because of broken equipment.\r\nThe anchor chart pads will also transform our instruction. We rely heavily on visual learning supports—modeling strategies, writing examples, vocabulary, and math processes in large, clear formats that remain visible throughout our lessons. These charts become living tools in our classroom, helping students reference strategies independently and build deeper understanding over time. Having fresh, high-quality easel pads ensures that our instruction is organized, accessible, and responsive to student needs.\r\nIn a school where nearly all students come from low-income households, access to functional, high-quality materials cannot be taken for granted. Your support directly impacts 20 hardworking, curious second graders and helps close gaps in access to essential instructional tools. You are not just providing headphones and chart paper—you are creating a more inclusive, equitable learning environment where every child can hear it, see it, and truly understand it.\r\nThank you for investing in historically underfunded classrooms and for believing in my students. 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