{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lucile Bruner Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":46.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5536145,"projectId":10566451,"letterContent":"My students have been enjoying the books that were purchased through this funding project. Recently, during the Nevada Week of Respect, my class read the story \"Have You Filled a Bucket Today?\" that was donated by your generous contribution. My 1st graders were able to connect with the book and then write to their 4th grade pen pals about being bucket fillers. Not only that! Once my students presented their letters to the 4th graders, many of the 4th graders knew the same story and were able to connect with the 1st graders about spreading kindness. My students were so excited to be understood by he older kids through a mutual understanding of the same text.\r\n\r\nWe also have been learning about appropriate social choices. We read \"My Mouth Is a Volcano\" and \"The Recess Queen\" where students were able to discuss and pin point inappropriate choices for school and came up with alternative choices. We have been working to put those choices into action since reading the text.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for donating to my classroom and making my 1st graders feel seen.","fullyFundedDate":1788391496556,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-and-engaging-learning-i/10566451/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating and Engaging Learning in 1st Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ballein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5536145_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535579785574","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ballein"},{"teacherId":10409230,"projectId":10503715,"letterContent":"I am extremely grateful for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project! The students are absolutely loving the new books. In fact, as soon as they arrived, students were playfully competing over who got to read them first! Your generosity has made reading truly exciting again, and both the students and I are overjoyed to have these fresh titles in our elementary library.\r\nThanks to you, our library is now stocked with the engaging topics and requested titles our students have been longing for. They are choosing to read purely for pleasure rather than just for homework, which is a wonderful transformation to witness. You are directly shaping and strengthening literacy in our school community.\r\nThank you so much for investing in our current and future students. You have truly brought the joy back into reading!","fullyFundedDate":1789088194560,"projectUrl":"project/a-library-that-students-want/10503715/","projectTitle":"A Library That Students Want","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jeter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10409230_orig.jpg?crop=1340,1340,x796,y1270&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774315760167","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10409230"},{"teacherId":10309681,"projectId":10007047,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students received materials and resources that have already made a huge difference in their learning experience.\r\nThe excitement on their faces when the supplies arrived was unforgettable. My students truly loved everything, and they have been eager to use the new materials every day. Your support has helped create a more engaging, positive, and inspiring classroom environment where students feel encouraged to learn and grow.\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generosity and for believing in our students' success. Your thoughtful support reminds my class that there are people who care deeply about their education and future.\r\nThank you again for making such a meaningful impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769177572153,"projectUrl":"project/creating-visual-supports-and-calm-spaces/10007047/","projectTitle":"Creating Visual Supports and Calm Spaces for Autism Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. RIVERA","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10309681_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768406456865","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10309681"},{"teacherId":7167605,"projectId":10039203,"letterContent":"On behave of my students and myself I would like to take this time to Thank you for your donations to our classroom. You have made a great impact on your donations and are being used in our classroom. \r\nThe social emotional deficits that some of our students demonstrate in a daily basis affect their learning. The items help our student learn the different types of emotions we have. They have learned through the emotions activity book. These actitudes have help them understand that it's ok to be happy, sad and scared at time. They have started to understand themselves better. \r\nEach morning as they enter our classroom they are asked to take an emotion coin and drop into the emotion box. If they are sad we give them time to express and tell us why they are felling that emotion that day. This has been a great tool to us each day. It has made our student become more aware of their emotions.\r\nThank you from our students and myself for your donations!!","fullyFundedDate":1768767704888,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional/10039203/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Membreno-Ramos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7167605"},{"teacherId":9353955,"projectId":10026090,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Your donations of materials, prizes, and rewards have truly made a positive impact on our students and our learning environment.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, students are more motivated to do their best and take pride in their work. The chance to earn rewards has made learning fun and exciting, giving students something to look forward to while encouraging effort, responsibility, and positive behavior.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your support and the difference you've made in our classroom. Your contributions help create a space where students feel encouraged, engaged, and inspired to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768738993356,"projectUrl":"project/what-a-fun-place-to-learn/10026090/","projectTitle":"What a Fun Place to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Raygoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9353955_orig.jpg?crop=682,682,x0,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699243730413","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9353955"},{"teacherId":8580836,"projectId":10010601,"letterContent":"It has been such a joy watching my students dive into our new classroom resources! We've officially integrated the lap tables into our daily routine, and they have become an absolute game-changer for our writing and math blocks. Instead of being confined to traditional desks, my students now have the freedom to grab a table, head to the carpet, and find a cozy spot where they feel truly comfortable. It's amazing how a simple shift in posture and setting can boost their focus; they are much more engaged in their classwork when they have a workspace that feels \"just right\" for them.\r\n\r\nThe moment I unveiled the new materials was a highlight of our school year. You should have seen their faces—they were genuinely surprised and absolutely beamed when they saw the vibrant, beautiful colors of the tables. To add to the excitement, we also used the Valentine's items as special gifts. Seeing those wide smiles and the pure joy as they explored their new supplies was a powerful reminder of how much it means to them to have \"new\" and \"special\" things of their own.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are moving into a creative narrative unit where these lap tables will serve as our \"Author Stations.\" Now that the students have a workspace that supports their independence, our next step is to begin drafting original stories where they can \"set up shop\" anywhere in the room to let their imaginations run wild. Thank you for giving my students a space where they feel empowered to do their best work!","fullyFundedDate":1768673073543,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-writers-with-proper-wor/10010601/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Writers with Proper Workspace","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Membreno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8580836"},{"teacherId":5536145,"projectId":9990875,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my first graders!\r\nMy kids have been using the items purchased through Donors Choose everyday since we received them. I am using the drawers as a center station, so students can access materials on their own and facilitate their own learning. \r\n\r\nI am also using the bookshelves. One is for math manipulative storage and the other I use as a bookshelf. My students can access manipulatives whenever they need and know exactly how to store them.\r\nI am excited for next year, to add student consumables like markers, glue sticks, crayons, etc. where students can access these items on their own!","fullyFundedDate":1768074067612,"projectUrl":"project/creating-independent-learners/9990875/","projectTitle":"Creating Independent Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ballein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5536145_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535579785574","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ballein"},{"teacherId":10402882,"projectId":10012907,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful support of our classroom. Because of your generosity, the students at our school now have access to meaningful social emotional learning tools that are making a real difference ever day. I've been able to use the laminator to create durable token boards that help reinforce positive behaviors and provide structure for our students who benefit from visual supports. The feelings themed resources, the book sets, dough mats, and the Big Feelings Pineapple, have allowed us to explore emotions in hands on, engaging ways. One especially powerful moment was during a group activity when a student used the breathing pal from the calming corner to regulate their emotions independently, which was something they had previous struggled to do. It was a proud, and emotional, moment for both of us.\r\n\r\nWhen our materials arrived, the students who encountered them were beyond excited. Their faces lit up with curiosity as I explained each item. They loved the sensory tools and the interactive games. Many actually gravitated towards the mindful maze boards as they now had a tangible item to help them with their breathing strategies we had worked on prior. These resources have helped create an environment where students feel safe expressing their emotions and learning how to manage them. It has truly transformed not just our lessons, but the overall atmosphere of our school\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we are continuing to build on these skills through daily social emotional learning routines and small group activities. With these new materials, students are able to roleplay, reflect, and apply what they learn in meaningful and lasting ways. Your generosity has given our students tools that will benefit them far beyond the classroom, and for that, we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768509646279,"projectUrl":"project/providing-social-emotional-learning-to-o/10012907/","projectTitle":"Providing Social Emotional Learning to Our Entire School!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ockenfels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402882"},{"teacherId":8125625,"projectId":10011245,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous donation to my classroom. The start of the new semester I like to replenish my students' supplies so they can \"start the new year fresh.\" In my current situation I was worried that I would not be able to do it this year, but with your help, my class was able to get new supplies. \r\n\r\nMy students were so curious when they saw boxes being delivered to the classroom. I decided to do an \"unboxing\" with them to show them all the new supplies we received. They were ecstatic! With each new item their eyes got wider and their excitement grew. For the past few weeks they have had to share white board markers so the students were looking forward to have their own whiteboard marker and erasers. They have been more eager to solve math problems, answer questions, and show their work on their whiteboards now that each student has their own supplies. They were most excited to see the rewards. With the new rewards, behaviors have decreased and their motivation to work hard and follow the 3 B's (be respectful, be responsible, be safe) has been more prominent.","fullyFundedDate":1768341357603,"projectUrl":"project/new-semester-new-start/10011245/","projectTitle":"New Semester, New Start","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Esteban","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8125625_orig.jpg?crop=1205,1205,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768194910934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8125625"},{"teacherId":4283149,"projectId":9992183,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my library. Even though the library is not a traditional \"classroom\", I see every student in the building once a week. They have the ability to come in and see a world that not every student sees outside of the school setting. Being in the library, I can open the eyes of students that don't get a chance to see public libraries, or have books of their own at home.\r\n\r\nGetting the Donors Choose donation enabled me to get new books, decorate a little here and there, and then genrify in the bins with more specific titles and authors. Having an organized space makes my life easier, but also enables the students to find resources and books easier. \r\n\r\nAgain, thsnk you so much for the donation to the library!","fullyFundedDate":1768155401238,"projectUrl":"project/give-the-library-some-love/9992183/","projectTitle":"Give the Library Some Love!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chubbs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-chubbs"},{"teacherId":312251,"projectId":10011353,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our classroom's new 3D printer and hydroponics equipment. Your support has transformed our learning environment into a hands-on laboratory where students can bridge the gap between digital design and biological science. \r\n\r\nThese tools are doing more than just providing \"cool\" gadgets; they are teaching my class about food security, engineering cycles, and the importance of perseverance when a design or a seedling needs adjustment. Seeing them take ownership of their projects and collaborate to solve real-world problems has been the highlight of our school year.","fullyFundedDate":1768340326861,"projectUrl":"project/the-hands-of-stem/10011353/","projectTitle":"The Hands of Stem","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Porter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp312251_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508958903861","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/312251"},{"teacherId":10409230,"projectId":10034181,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students at Bruner Elementary School and myself, I would like to express our deepest gratitude for your generous donation and continued support of our library.\r\nWhen the new books arrived, the atmosphere at Bruner Elementary was reminiscent of Christmas morning. Thanks to your contribution, I was able to restock several highly sought-after graphic novel series, including The Baby-Sitters Club, Five Nights at Freddy's, Hooky, I Survived, and Wings of Fire.\r\n\r\nAs a librarian, it is often a challenge to keep pace with the rapid release of new volumes in these popular series. Our students are such voracious readers that they often finish a series and eagerly await the next installment before we can acquire it. Your gift has allowed us to bridge that gap. Furthermore, the high-quality, library-bound format of these books ensures they will withstand years of heavy use by our young readers.\r\n\r\nTo celebrate this gift, I have created a dedicated bulletin board to display the new arrivals. The response has been overwhelming; we currently have a constant \"on-hold\" list as students compete to get their hands on the latest volumes.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for your vital role in encouraging a lifelong love of reading in our students. Your support truly makes a difference in our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1769059337577,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-do-not-feel-like-homework/10034181/","projectTitle":"Books That Do Not Feel Like Homework","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jeter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10409230_orig.jpg?crop=1340,1340,x796,y1270&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774315760167","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10409230"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_61470","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":471,"numTeachers":38,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":28,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":55,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":53.5,"schoolId":61470,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lucile Bruner Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lucile Bruner Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/lucile-bruner-elementary-school/61470"}