{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lied STEM Academy","outOfStateSupporters":21.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2761208,"projectId":7993963,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting the Hydroponics Program at our school. Because of your generosity, our students have participated in four successful Farmers Markets and have managed a thriving schoolwide program for the past two years. Through this work, students have learned the full process of growing plants hydroponically—a journey that requires trial and error, problem-solving, teamwork, and commitment. Our students have shown incredible dedication, and we truly appreciate your continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1698977843461,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-with-hydroponics/7993963/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Learning with Hydroponics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Romzek","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2761208_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697774332011","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-romzek"},{"teacherId":9315862,"projectId":9144985,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our library. I wish I could provide more pictures of students enjoying the books, but they flew off the shelf this year. In these first few weeks of school, each of these new books have been checked out, some of them several times! Having these completed series keeps students reading, which is so important! \r\nYour donation doesn't just add books to shelves; it opens doors, encourages lifelong reading habits, and shows students that their interests and voices matter. Thank you for investing in their love of reading and helping us build a library that truly reflects and excites its readers.","fullyFundedDate":1744226949724,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-read-the-rest-of-the-story/9144985/","projectTitle":"Help Us Read the Rest of the Story","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schoenbeck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9315862_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708111000744","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9315862"},{"teacherId":9315862,"projectId":9279723,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to this project. The items in this project are being put to use every day! Today alone, during lunch time activity in the library, the 3D printer was going using the new filament, students were practicing math on the white boards, a student vacuumed up his crumbs after eating his lunch, and others used the headphones to watch lessons for their math class on their chromebooks. My student aides love using the big wool duster. \r\nThese items have made the library an inviting place where students can collaborate and work on their schoolwork. \r\nWe are very appreciative of your contribution!","fullyFundedDate":1746758277281,"projectUrl":"project/tech-tools-and-tidiness-for-tomorrows/9279723/","projectTitle":"Tech, Tools, and Tidiness for Tomorrow's Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schoenbeck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9315862_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708111000744","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9315862"},{"teacherId":5144130,"projectId":9260890,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and the Lied STEM Academy Band Program, I would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of practice pads and sticks. Your support directly impacts our young musicians by providing them with the essential tools they need to develop their skills both in and out of the classroom. These resources ensure that every student has the opportunity to practice effectively, refine their technique, and grow as confident performers.\r\n\r\nThe addition of these practice pads and sticks has already made a noticeable difference in our rehearsals. Students are more engaged, able to work independently, and excited to explore their instruments with the proper equipment. Your generosity not only enhances their daily learning experience but also builds their sense of pride and ownership in the music they create together.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our program and investing in the future of our students. Your contribution goes beyond instruments and accessories—it inspires our young musicians to pursue excellence, creativity, and teamwork. We are truly grateful for your partnership and commitment to music education.","fullyFundedDate":1745519178404,"projectUrl":"project/drumming-tools/9260890/","projectTitle":"Drumming Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Truitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5144130_orig.jpg?crop=1720,1720,x675,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1638339893678","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5144130"},{"teacherId":4793061,"projectId":8020570,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support of our DonorsChoose project, \"Math is More Engaging with Manipulatives.\" Your contribution has made a tangible difference in my classroom, and I am so grateful for your investment in our students' learning.\r\n\r\nThe manipulatives you helped us acquire have already transformed how my students approach math. Abstract concepts like place value, fractions, and geometry are now concrete and exciting. We've been using the base-ten blocks to physically represent large numbers, which has helped my students visualize the relationship between ones, tens, and hundreds in a way that was never possible with just a textbook.\r\n\r\nJust the other day, I saw a student who was struggling with the concept of equivalent fractions have an \"aha!\" moment after using the fraction tiles to see how different pieces could form the same whole. The excitement on their face was priceless and a direct result of your generosity.\r\n\r\nThese tools are not just a temporary fix; they are a long-term investment in my students' academic futures. They will be used by countless students for years to come, helping them build a strong foundation and a love for mathematics.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you again for believing in my students and making a real difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nSincerely,","fullyFundedDate":1699811577951,"projectUrl":"project/math-is-more-engaging-with-manipulatives/8020570/","projectTitle":"Math is more Engaging with Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rios","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4793061_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y10&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673306498958","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/c-rios"},{"teacherId":9798604,"projectId":8867573,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for the materials that were donated to our classroom. The students used the materials to complete their STEM TANK projects. Each team had to create a product to address pollution (water, environmental, etc.). \r\n\r\nThey were able to use the Driving Question to create a model of the product, and shared a presentation including the idea, materials, marketing and business plan. \r\n\r\nStudents were able to create physical and digital models of their product, and present them to the community.\r\n\r\nGenerous donations like yours, helped our students to create products that can change our world!","fullyFundedDate":1739367635898,"projectUrl":"project/project-based-learning-for-stem-students/8867573/","projectTitle":"Project Based Learning for Stem Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Frese","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9798604_orig.jpg?crop=2086,2086,x0,y132&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730687511411","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9798604"},{"teacherId":5399881,"projectId":9173284,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. These Scholastic Scope magazines are going to be such a useful tool for us this school year. We can't wait to read about different current events, debate topics, and act out different reader's theater scripts based on classic stories. We don't always have the funds to get new and updated books, so we are so excited to have these to read as well.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has enabled us to prepare lessons to help our students not only improve their comprehension skills, but to increase their love of reading and create life-long readers.","fullyFundedDate":1746786943941,"projectUrl":"project/scholastic-for-secondary/9173284/","projectTitle":"Scholastic for Secondary","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sherman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5399881_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526221505533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5399881"},{"teacherId":5144130,"projectId":8615121,"letterContent":"At Lied STEM Academy, practice pads play a crucial role in the development of percussion students by providing a quiet, effective, and accessible means of refining their skills. These pads allow students to focus on fundamental techniques such as stick control, rebound, and rhythmic accuracy without the distraction of drum resonance. By incorporating practice pads into daily routines, students can build muscle memory and develop consistency in their playing, which directly translates to improved performance on full percussion instruments. This focused practice environment ensures that students can work on precision and coordination without needing access to a full drum set or concert percussion instruments at all times.\r\n\r\nIn addition to their technical benefits, practice pads contribute to the overall accessibility and inclusivity of percussion education at Lied STEM Academy. Many students may not have the space or resources to practice on a full drum set at home, but a practice pad provides a portable and affordable alternative. This ensures that all students, regardless of background or financial constraints, have the opportunity to develop their skills outside of class. Furthermore, practice pads allow for structured warm-ups and group exercises in the classroom without excessive volume, making them essential tools for maintaining a productive and focused learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe long-term impact of using practice pads extends beyond just skill development; it fosters discipline, commitment, and independent learning among percussion students. By encouraging daily practice on a pad, students learn the value of repetition and incremental progress—an essential mindset for success in both music and academics. As they refine their technique in a controlled manner, they build confidence that carries over into ensemble rehearsals and performances. The consistent use of practice pads at Lied STEM Academy not only strengthens individual musicianship but also contributes to the overall success and cohesion of the percussion section, ultimately enhancing the quality of the school's band and symphony program.","fullyFundedDate":1733167218087,"projectUrl":"project/drumming-up-success/8615121/","projectTitle":"Drumming Up Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Truitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5144130_orig.jpg?crop=1720,1720,x675,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1638339893678","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5144130"},{"teacherId":5399881,"projectId":8777323,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. As a teacher who is in her 12th year in the profession, I continue to strive to become better every single year. New research is always being completed and published about the best ways to teach and help students learn, and I strive to be a life-long learner in order to be the best teacher I can be.\r\n\r\nAs I've been reading these new texts, I have been so excited to read about new strategies I can use in the classroom. I am excited to implement more project-based learning with more writing scaffolds inspired by the texts you donated.\r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1736439651390,"projectUrl":"project/schooling-the-teacher/8777323/","projectTitle":"Schooling the Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sherman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5399881_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526221505533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5399881"},{"teacherId":9315862,"projectId":8947004,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our school library. The books have been a huge hit. My first photo shows several of the books were already on hold before I could even put them out on the shelf- that's how excited students were for these books to arrive. All of the books in this order have been checked out and when they're returned, they don't stay on the shelves for long. Students were so excited to see the book they requested from me at the beginning of the school year available when they looked in the catalog. Your donation has made a lasting impact on our school and readers.","fullyFundedDate":1733291303250,"projectUrl":"project/reader-requests/8947004/","projectTitle":"Reader Requests!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schoenbeck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9315862_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708111000744","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9315862"},{"teacherId":9315862,"projectId":8753553,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our library. The books that I was able to purchase have been a huge hit! Right before winter break, we had a book tasting, where students got to try out new books and check one out if they really liked it. I was restocking the graphic novel table every time students switched tables. Several of the books were already on hold by the time I had them processed and went out to students right away. The new Dogman book happened to be available the other day and a student was so excited that it was actually available and he could check it out. Thank you for bringing such joy to my students!","fullyFundedDate":1730430631663,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-for-the-library/8753553/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels for the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schoenbeck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9315862_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708111000744","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9315862"},{"teacherId":196534,"projectId":8178786,"letterContent":"Thank you for generous donation! Organization may seem like a silly need but every minute counts in learning! We no longer have to waste time looking for lost pieces or parts to our math games as they are neatly organized in plastic zipper pouches! \r\n\r\nPerhaps the most useful organizational improvement is the cart in which we are storing the games. This allows all the math games to be put away but still accessible for all students. \r\n\r\nEven though I work in a middle school, we offer a mid-day break for students--kind of like recess for big kids. We only get 25 minutes for this time so keeping our materials organized means more time for fun!","fullyFundedDate":1707833337065,"projectUrl":"project/organize-our-learning/8178786/","projectTitle":"Organize Our Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kramer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp196534_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523992290286","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-robison"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_65886","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1567,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":35,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":37,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"37.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":78.1,"schoolId":65886,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lied STEM Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lied STEM Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/lied-middle-school/65886"}