{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wing & Lilly Fong Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":44.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9418029,"projectId":10024417,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of my Social Emotional Success Station project. Your contribution is far more than a donation—it is an investment in the emotional well‑being, confidence, and long‑term success of the students I serve. As a school‑based therapist, I see every day how deeply emotions influence a child's ability to learn, connect with others, and feel safe in their environment. Thanks to you, my students will now have access to tools that help them understand themselves better and navigate their feelings with greater confidence.\r\n\r\nThe materials you helped fund will allow me to create a dedicated space where students can explore their emotions in a healthy, structured, and empowering way. Many of my students struggle with identifying what they feel, let alone expressing it in a way that supports positive relationships and academic success. With the resources you provided—visual aids, sensory tools, emotion‑identification activities, and hands‑on regulation supports—I can guide them through these challenges in ways that are engaging, developmentally appropriate, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nYour generosity will directly impact students who often feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or unsure of how to cope with big emotions. These tools will help them build emotional vocabulary, practice self‑regulation strategies, and develop the confidence to advocate for their needs. For some students, this may be the first time they have access to materials that validate their feelings and teach them that emotions are not something to fear, but something they can understand and manage.\r\n\r\nWhat you have given them is not just a set of materials—it is a sense of possibility. It is the chance to pause, breathe, reflect, and choose healthier responses. It is the opportunity to feel seen and supported. It is the foundation for stronger relationships with peers and teachers. And it is the beginning of a more positive, productive learning experience.\r\n\r\nI want you to know that your support will ripple far beyond the walls of my therapy room. When students learn to regulate their emotions, they participate more fully in class, build stronger friendships, and feel more confident in their abilities. They carry these skills into their homes, their communities, and eventually into adulthood. You have helped plant seeds that will grow for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the importance of social‑emotional learning. Thank you for recognizing that academic success is deeply connected to emotional well‑being. And thank you for choosing to support a project that gives students the tools they need not only to learn, but to thrive.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a meaningful difference, and I am truly grateful. My students and I appreciate you more than words can express.","fullyFundedDate":1768667578331,"projectUrl":"project/the-social-emotional-success-station/10024417/","projectTitle":"The Social-Emotional Success Station","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9418029"},{"teacherId":10408309,"projectId":10040231,"letterContent":"The supplies provided to my classroom have been an AMAZING help to my students growth. Each grade level I work with has used the supplies differently. In my kindergarten math intervention group, we have been using the ice cream math chain game. They were so excited when I brought this game to them! The game is so engaging to them and motivates them to learn. \r\nI was also fortunate to receive supplies to help set up my classroom for next year. Items like crayons, pencils, name plates, alphabet tubs, and math manipulatives will help me create a welcoming, organized, and engaging learning environment from day one. I'm especially excited to incorporate the alphabet tubs and math manipulatives into hands-on activities that will support different learning styles and help students better understand key concepts.\r\nMy students and I are so incredibly grateful for the generosity of the donors who made this possible. These supplies have not only made learning math more fun, but also more effective and accessible for all of my students. Your support is truly making a lasting impact in our classroom, and we appreciate it more than words can express.","fullyFundedDate":1768770854561,"projectUrl":"project/supply-the-spark-lighting-the-way-for-l/10040231/","projectTitle":"Supply the Spark: Lighting the Way for Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Danchik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408309"},{"teacherId":7927570,"projectId":10012521,"letterContent":"This project has given my students access to books they did not previously have access to or had to wait a 7 days to be able to checkout from the library. Additionally, we were able to add a few more small group novel studies books that the students requested. Small group book study allows kids to read a variety of books at their reading level, that they choose. They get support in their reading to ensure they understand what is happening in the book/novel as well. \r\n\r\nHaving books they enjoy makes reading more fun and enjoyable. Helping students find what they enjoy is also important. Knowing they chose the book makes it feel less like a task and more of a choice. \r\n\r\nAs a class we were also able to use our Who Was books for our research projects and for our presentation for pur 5th Grade Wax Musuem. This was our first year doing a Wax Musuem amd it was a success and they students really enjoyed it.","fullyFundedDate":1768403883330,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-refresh/10012521/","projectTitle":"Classroom Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ellsworth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7927570_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720477348706","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7927570"},{"teacherId":8136077,"projectId":10005138,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. This year we have been working hard on writing and the importance of taking notes, so the notebooks have been a big hit! They have also give the students an opportunity to have a journal so they can write about what they wish, share things with me, and ask questions.\r\n\r\nThe kids were the most excited about the new, diverse books added to our collection! They were so excited to get started reading them, and my multilingual students were happy to have books in both languages they speak. A few of my students have read almost every book donated through this project.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase markers have allowed students to use their whiteboards and be more engaged in math, as well as make learning fun through math games.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1768179585988,"projectUrl":"project/diverse-representation-in-books/10005138/","projectTitle":"Diverse Representation in Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnstone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8136077_orig.jpg?crop=526,526,x0,y1&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768005237476","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8136077"},{"teacherId":2012635,"projectId":10010631,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful difference in how my students engage with learning each day. Many donors are familiar with technology at home, but in our classroom, tools like student headphones allow for individualized instruction—students can listen to lessons, practice reading, or engage with interactive programs at their own pace without distractions. Privacy folders support focused, independent work by giving students a sense of personal space, which helps build confidence and accountability. Even the rolling cart plays an important role, allowing me to efficiently organize and deliver materials so we can maximize instructional time rather than losing moments to transitions.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is how these tools make learning feel more personal and rewarding. The headphones, in particular, create a sense of independence—they love being able to \"own\" their learning experience. The treasure box incentives have also been a huge motivator, encouraging positive behavior and goal-setting in a fun, tangible way. I've seen several students who were previously hesitant become more engaged and confident, especially when using the headphones for reading or math support. These tools aren't just supplies—they're helping build a classroom environment where students feel motivated, supported, and eager to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1768316791831,"projectUrl":"project/building-skills-building-confidence-for/10010631/","projectTitle":"Building Skills, Building Confidence for Diverse Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Butsavich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2012635"},{"teacherId":10408443,"projectId":10032468,"letterContent":"The new calming corner materials have transformed our classroom to be equipped for a designated area for emotional regulation, allowing students to transition from high-stress moments back to learning, rather than being stuck in a cycle of frustration. Students now have a dedicated, safe, and private space with sensory tools that help them manage big emotions. \r\n\r\nStudents utilize a posted \"relaxation menu\" in the corner to choose activities like breathing exercises, soft textured items, or a bubble timer. We use emotion charts that allow students to identify their feelings upon arriving at the corner. When the materials were first introduced all the students had a \"wow\" moment. When they saw the comfortable bean bag chair they felt an immediate sense of safety and a cozy spot to regulate thier emotions properly. \r\n\r\nTo ensure the space is used effectively and not for avoiding work, we are implementing a \"break ticket\" system to help students manage their time in the corner. We are moving from simply calming down to naming the emotion, teaching students to pair the sensory tool with a visual aid indicating if they feel \"red\" (angry) or \"blue\" (sad/tired).","fullyFundedDate":1768932642822,"projectUrl":"project/calming-corner-and-resources-for-interme/10032468/","projectTitle":"Calming Corner and Resources for Intermediate Autism Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Logan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408443"},{"teacherId":10404799,"projectId":10023657,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our music classroom by donating money for resources like instruments and manipulatives to further improve our music classroom environment. Our students have been so excited for the opportunity to explore new instruments throughout this school year. A new classroom favorite has been the use of castanets and rhythm sticks during sight reading practice. The new rhythm sticks have been wonderful as we now have enough for each class and they are in great condition! \r\n\r\nStudents have been showing up to music class excited to see what new instrument they may get to play. Our lower grades have been having fun with finger cymbals which has helped to improve their hand eye coordination while playing instruments. Kindergarteners got to use the glow in the dark stars to learn a song and to practice playing accurately on the Xylophones! It has been so wonderful having so many new supplies to incorporate into teaching. \r\n\r\nStudents were so excited to see the new instruments and are also so grateful for your generosity. I know this has impacted each student's learning experience and has made music every more exciting to attend each class.","fullyFundedDate":1768691328724,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-music-classroom-sound-its-best/10023657/","projectTitle":"Help Our Music Classroom Sound Its Best!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Belk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404799"},{"teacherId":8184171,"projectId":10023597,"letterContent":"My students and I would like to thank you for donating to our classroom and supporting our \"Engaging Little Learners.\" My students are so excited to be able to use their new headphones, everyday and sit on our new rubber mat. They like to be able to sit on the mat while they are doing their work on their chromebooks. They are so excited too about all of the little trinkets for the treasure box. We are very appreciative and grateful for people like you that donate and help our students to get the things that they need to become better learners. Thank you, Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768686286945,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-little-learners/10023597/","projectTitle":"Engaging Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Humenik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8184171"},{"teacherId":1730529,"projectId":9990230,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of your generous donations. My student's have the supplies and incentives that they needed. They feel great coming to school with all the same as the student next to them. \r\n\r\nThe stickers are such a great incentive tool. My students get really excited when new ones come out. They are working hard to get one. \r\n\r\nThe roller desk helps me to be where I need to be so that the students get the best out of each lesson. It helps me with classroom management while being able to keep teaching.","fullyFundedDate":1768697197887,"projectUrl":"project/help-ms-deweerdts-to-achieve-their-bes/9990230/","projectTitle":"Help Ms. DeWeerdt's to Achieve Their Best","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeWeerdt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1730529_orig.jpg?crop=749,749,x408,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699121263301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1730529"},{"teacherId":318224,"projectId":10006025,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students are approaching reading with a new level of excitement and motivation. While the crayons, scissors, glue sticks, and markers help us create hands-on phonics and fluency activities, it's the smelly reward items—stickers, bookmarks, erasers, and pencils—that have truly transformed our small-group time. These special incentives are tied directly to students' individual reading goals. When a student improves fluency, masters a phonics skill, or shows perseverance during a challenging passage, they earn one of these fun rewards. The scent may seem small, but the motivation it brings is powerful.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the smelly stickers and pencils were the stars of the moment! Students immediately asked what they could do to earn one. For some of my struggling readers, reading has not always felt successful. Now, they eagerly track their progress and celebrate their growth. I've watched students beam with pride as they chose a scented bookmark after reaching a new fluency rate, or carefully save their special pencil for reading time because they \"earned it.\" These rewards reinforce effort, build confidence, and make progress visible in a joyful way.\r\n\r\nAs we continue strengthening reading accuracy, fluency, and comprehension, these smelly incentives will remain an important part of our goal-setting system. Students are learning that consistent effort leads to growth—and growth is worth celebrating. Your support has helped create a classroom culture where hard work feels exciting, progress is recognized, and even the smallest gains are honored in a memorable (and wonderfully scented!) way. Thank you for helping my students feel proud of their reading journey.","fullyFundedDate":1768182589855,"projectUrl":"project/reading-growth-one-prize-at-a-time/10006025/","projectTitle":"Reading Growth, One Prize at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. E.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp318224_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1464909120506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/evanslr"},{"teacherId":315721,"projectId":10028781,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous gift of school supplies. Your kindness has made a real difference, providing the tools needed to learn, create, and stay organized throughout the year. From pencils, laminating and art materials, every item will be put to good use. Your support not only eases financial stress but also inspires confidence and motivation to succeed in school. The kids are able to use the supplies to create projects that reflect their personalities.\r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1768686666523,"projectUrl":"project/imagination-ignited/10028781/","projectTitle":"Imagination Ignited","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McKenna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp315721_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633623856278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/315721"},{"teacherId":6805479,"projectId":9989892,"letterContent":"We have Autism classes that come with some of our general education classes. Prior to this projects, the students were comfortable most when being able to use iPads when they get upset or there is an activity that they find frustrating. But we want the students to have more hands on activities. The materials we received, thanks to your donation, helps create structure, and independence for them. They are able to self select different activities and rotate to new ones on their own! They also use the activities to work with the other students. Both myself and the aides I work with our so happy for all of our students! Thank you so much for helping us create a welcoming, encouraging, and awesome environment!","fullyFundedDate":1768322398403,"projectUrl":"project/the-perfect-fit-books-puzzles-and-sen/9989892/","projectTitle":"The Perfect Fit: Books, Puzzles, and Sensory Joy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Damot","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6805479"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_55314","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":609,"numTeachers":55,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":29,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":53,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":55.1,"schoolId":55314,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Wing & Lilly Fong Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Wing & Lilly Fong Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/lilly-wing-fong-elementary-school/55314"}