{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Marion E Cahlan Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":61.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8162987,"projectId":10031109,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! Upon hearing that they were getting new games and a writing center to help them learn, my students were beyond excited!! They could not wait to start using these resources during our center time. \r\n I believe play is the cornerstone of an early child classroom and should be incorporated as much as possible. During center time they are able to pick the learning games they want to use and I have seen tremendous growth in not only their math and reading skills but in their abilities to share and take turns. \r\n Free choice writing also takes place during center time. Students have the tools they need at their fingertips to produce fantastic writing!!","fullyFundedDate":1768697489081,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-play/10031109/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8162987_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748460929978","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8162987"},{"teacherId":6263725,"projectId":10036807,"letterContent":"The arrival of our new classroom rug and tables has completely transformed the energy in our room! When the students first walked in and saw the vibrant, soft rug and the sleek new tables, there was an audible collective gasp followed by a chorus of \"Is this for us?\" One of my students even asked if they had to take their shoes off because it looked \"too fancy for school.\" Their excitement was infectious, and it immediately made our classroom feel like a more professional yet welcoming space where they truly belong.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using these resources to facilitate our daily small groups, while the rug serves as our central meeting hub for whole-group mini-lessons. A specific moment that stood out was during our last reading session; for the first time, every student was able to find a comfortable spot on the rug without being crowded. Seeing them sprawled out, deeply immersed in their books, was a testament to how much a physical environment influences a child's focus.\r\n\r\nThese resources aren't just furniture; they are the foundation for a more interactive and comfortable learning journey. Thank you for making this \"Cozy Corner\" a reality for my hardworking students!","fullyFundedDate":1768755648363,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-cozy-corner/10036807/","projectTitle":"Creating a Cozy Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Baum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6263725_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550613886850","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6263725"},{"teacherId":5427688,"projectId":10003057,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire classroom, I wanted to reach out and express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of pencils, erasers, markers, and prizes.\r\n\r\nIt is easy to underestimate the power of a fresh box of supplies, but in our room, these items are so much more than tools—they are the fuel for creativity and the foundation of a productive learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe Impact in Our Classroom\r\nYour contributions have changed the daily dynamic of our lessons in several meaningful ways:\r\n\r\nPreparedness & Confidence: Having a steady supply of pencils and erasers means no student has to feel the anxiety of coming to class unprepared. They can dive straight into their work with the confidence that they have exactly what they need to succeed.\r\n\r\nVibrant Learning: The markers have brought a new level of engagement to our group projects and interactive notebooks. Seeing the students illustrate complex concepts in bright colors has made the material much more memorable and fun.\r\n\r\nMotivation & Joy: The prizes have been a game-changer for our classroom management and positive reinforcement. Whether it's a reward for kindness, academic growth, or helping a peer, these small tokens have sparked a wonderful \"can-do\" spirit among the students.\r\n\r\nWhy It Matters\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom is a place where \"making a mistake\" is easily fixed with a new eraser, and \"doing your best\" is celebrated with a special prize. You haven't just provided supplies; you've invested in the daily happiness and academic momentum of these children.\r\n\r\nThank you for being such vital partners in our educational journey. We are so lucky to have you in our corner!\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1768583745314,"projectUrl":"project/materials-for-success/10003057/","projectTitle":"Materials for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Adler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5427688_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1528147490889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-adler"},{"teacherId":9281157,"projectId":10036966,"letterContent":"Laminated instructional materials significantly improve both teaching efficiency and student engagement. Because they are durable and reusable, teachers can use them repeatedly without worrying about damage, saving time and resources in the long run.\r\nFor students, laminated materials provide a more interactive and hands-on learning experience. Activities such as matching, tracing, sorting, and writing with dry-erase markers encourage active participation rather than passive learning.\r\n\r\nMy students and I are very than","fullyFundedDate":1768754847543,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-classroom-learning-through-lam/10036966/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Classroom Learning Through Laminated Instructional Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jaida A. Hermoso","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9281157"},{"teacherId":9347224,"projectId":9995011,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my DonorsChoose project! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to engaging speech and language materials that will help them grow their communication skills in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThese resources will allow me to create more interactive, motivating therapy sessions where students can build confidence in expressing themselves, connecting with others, and accessing their education.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful for your support and for investing in my students' success. Your kindness will make a lasting impact in our speech room.","fullyFundedDate":1768164167821,"projectUrl":"project/speech-therapy-materials/9995011/","projectTitle":"Speech Therapy Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Caballero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9347224"},{"teacherId":6745581,"projectId":10009356,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations. My students were beyond excited to receive these wonderful gifts. The school supplies donated to our classroom help students feel prepared, confident, and ready to learn. When students have access to essential tools, they can fully participate in lessons without added stressors. A well-supplied classroom also helps to promote equity, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed- regardless of circumstance. The snacks donated were equally impactful. My student's energy levels were stabilized, they felt taken care of, and felt ready to learn! When student's basic needs are met, they are more attentive, positive, and ready to engage in learning. \r\n\r\nThank you for making a positive impact,","fullyFundedDate":1768253615532,"projectUrl":"project/nourishing-minds-encouraging-learning/10009356/","projectTitle":"Nourishing Minds, Encouraging Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Game","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6745581_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566605246333","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6745581"},{"teacherId":6031344,"projectId":10018902,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our 4th grade classroom. Because of your kindness, we were able to add flexible seating options such as wobble chairs and stools, along with a variety of prizes used as rewards and incentives to motivate our students.\r\n\r\nYour donations have truly made a difference in our classroom. The students are excited to choose seating that helps them stay comfortable and focused while learning. The wobble chairs and stools allow them to move in ways that help them concentrate better, and it has been wonderful to see how engaged they are during lessons.\r\n\r\nThe prizes you helped provide have also been a big hit. They serve as meaningful incentives that encourage students to work hard, show positive behavior, and take pride in their accomplishments. These rewards have created a fun and motivating environment that keeps students excited about learning.\r\n\r\nBoth myself and my students are incredibly grateful for your generosity. Your support has enhanced our learning environment and helped create a classroom where my students feel motivated, comfortable, and eager to participate every day.\r\nThank you again for investing in our classroom and in our students' success. Your generosity is truly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1768575804285,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seats-focused-minds/10018902/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seats, Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fuqua","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6031344"},{"teacherId":9563935,"projectId":10039175,"letterContent":"In very little characters give in letter form to donors Choose telling how my 2nd Grade class is great full for the air purifier essential oil diffuser and treasure box toys please make it short course I asked 3 times to keep in under the 500 characters and you didn't!!!!! I asking nicely to keep it short!!!\r\n\r\nDear DonorsChoose,\r\n\r\nOur 2nd grade class is incredibly grateful for the air purifier, essential oil diffuser, and treasure box toys. These gifts have made a huge impact in our classroom, creating a calm and enjoyable space for learning. Thank you for your generosity and support!\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,\r\n[Your Name]\r\n2nd Grade Teacher\r\n\r\n\r\nNo it needs to be 500 characters please don't go over\r\n\r\nGot it! Here's a version within 500 characters:\r\n\r\nDear Donors,\r\n\r\nOur 2nd grade class is so thankful for the air purifier, essential oil diffuser, and treasure box toys. The air purifier has helped create a fresh and healthy space, while the diffuser brings calm and focus. The treasure box toys are a wonderful reward that motivates our students. Your kindness has truly made a difference in our classroom. Thank you for your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1768767990422,"projectUrl":"project/breathe-easy-learn-better/10039175/","projectTitle":"Breathe Easy, Learn Better","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fiorito","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9563935_orig.jpg?crop=1932,1932,x0,y115&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1717636808048","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9563935"},{"teacherId":5646223,"projectId":10023645,"letterContent":"On behalf of the entire Student Council at, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous contribution to our recent project. Thanks to your support, we successfully secured the essential supplies needed to launch our council initiatives for the year. Your generosity has provided our young leaders with the foundation they need to turn their big ideas into reality.\r\n\r\nEmpowering Student Leadership\r\nHaving these resources has been a game-changer for our students. Instead of worrying about limited supplies, our members have been able to focus entirely on leadership and community building. Specifically, your donation allowed us to purchase high-quality poster boards, decorative materials, and organizational tools that students are using to create interactive bulletin boards and positive, motivational signage for our hallways. Watching our students collaborate on these designs—learning how to delegate tasks, manage a project timeline, and advocate for school spirit—has been an incredible developmental experience for them.\r\n\r\nA Moment of Joy\r\nI truly wish you could have been in the room when the supply boxes arrived! There was genuine excitement and a tangible sense of pride as they unboxed everything. One of our fourth-grade representatives exclaimed, \"We actually have what we need to make our ideas real!\" That moment of realization shifted their mindset from simply \"dreaming\" about what we could do, to actively \"planning\" what we will do. It empowered them to take true ownership of their roles as student representatives and gave them the confidence to step up as leaders.\r\n\r\nYou haven't just donated office supplies; you have provided the tools for our students to learn that their voices matter and that they have the capability to create positive change in their community. Thank you again for believing in our students. We are so honored to have you as part of our school family.","fullyFundedDate":1768688454323,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-leaders/10023645/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Parks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5646223_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533835387906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/destiny-parks"},{"teacherId":2650591,"projectId":9990550,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project. The students were very excited to see the items that were donated and they were surprised that someone they don't even know was willing to give them materials to use in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe dry eraser markers and erasers will be used day during math so students can show me what they know. They make for a great formative assessment. The folders help keep our desks organized. We can never have too many pencils and students really like when I am able to switch out older pencils for new ones. Their favorite items had to be the squishies and the fidgets. I keep my prize box stocked with items like those.","fullyFundedDate":1768071319474,"projectUrl":"project/materials-for-success/9990550/","projectTitle":"Materials for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laskowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2650591_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594333599970","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-laskowski"},{"teacherId":10413874,"projectId":10045513,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been buzzing with excitement thanks to your generous donation of crayons, markers, puzzles, blocks, and snacks (chips). Each item has made a meaningful impact on our students' daily learning and classroom experience.\r\nThe crayons and markers are used daily during writing and creative time, allowing students to bring their ideas to life with colorful illustrations. The vibrant materials have encouraged even reluctant writers and artists to participate with greater confidence. It has been wonderful to see students take pride in their work and eagerly share their creations with classmates.\r\n\r\nThe puzzles and blocks have strengthened collaboration and problem-solving skills. Students work together to build structures, explore shapes, and complete increasingly challenging puzzles. When a structure falls or a puzzle becomes tricky, they are learning to try again, adjust their thinking, and support one another. These moments are building resilience and teamwork in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThe chips have also made a big difference. Having a snack available helps students stay focused and ready to learn, especially during long afternoons. When the students first saw the snacks, there were huge smiles. For some, simply knowing a snack is available allows them to concentrate more fully throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was contagious. Students were eager to explore everything and immediately begin wanting to engage in everything.\r\n\r\nStudents will continue using these resources to strengthen creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking skills. The materials you provided are now a regular and important part of our classroom routine.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is more creative, collaborative, and supportive. Your generosity has provided both essential learning tools and comfort for our students, and we are truly grateful for your impact.","fullyFundedDate":1769125149310,"projectUrl":"project/from-ideas-to-achievement/10045513/","projectTitle":"From Ideas to Achievement","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10413874"},{"teacherId":8137584,"projectId":10036692,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of school supplies and snacks. The crayons, markers, highlighters, glue sticks, colored pencils, and dry erase markers will undoubtedly enrich our students' learning experiences and creativity. These supplies are essential for their projects and daily classroom activities, allowing them to express themselves and engage fully in their education. Your thoughtful contribution truly makes a difference in our classroom environment.\r\n Additionally, the snacks you provided are greatly appreciated and will keep our students energized and focused throughout the day. It's wonderful to know that we have community members like you who care about the well-being and education of our children. Thank you once again for your kindness and support; it means so much to us and helps us create a more vibrant and productive learning atmosphere.","fullyFundedDate":1768748188925,"projectUrl":"project/success-for-all/10036692/","projectTitle":"Success for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Glavan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8137584_orig.png?crop=828,827,x0,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634932245248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8137584"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82966","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":479,"numTeachers":48,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":12,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":78,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":39.0,"schoolId":82966,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Marion E Cahlan Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Marion E Cahlan Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/marion-e-cahlan-elementary-school/82966"}