{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mountain View Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":62.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6400180,"projectId":9142997,"letterContent":"So many students have benefited from having books they actually want to read! These book series are never on the shelf for too long and are easily the most-read books in our classroom. The students are so excited to have books with characters that think as they do. They relate to their problems and families, and for many of my students, these characters become their friends. \r\n\r\nWith the adoption of so many curricula and computer programs, students have lost touch with the simplicity of sitting down with a good book for the only purpose of just enjoyment. For 15 minutes every school day, students get that opportunity to read and not for any purpose other than to satisfy their own curiosities. Thanks to donors like you, my students have access to historical narratives and fictional stories that explore kids their age that share the emotional experiences they have!","fullyFundedDate":1742495070550,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-library-books-books-books/9142997/","projectTitle":"Classroom Library: Books! Books! Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hennessy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6400180_orig.png?crop=364,364,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634856609303","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-hennessy"},{"teacherId":9663382,"projectId":8655255,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support for our classroom! Your contributions have brought a whole new level of excitement and energy to our daily learning.\r\n\r\nHaving access to vibrant, colorful materials makes a world of difference for my students. Moving away from standard gray copies to vivid books, engaging posters, and eye-catching resources has made reading and lesson time feel fresh, dynamic, and fun. Color truly helps concepts jump off the page and keeps my students engaged every single day.\r\n\r\nBeyond our daily lessons, being able to print beautiful, colorful certificates to celebrate their hard work and milestones has been amazing for their confidence. Combined with our treasure box rewards, these colorful recognitions keep the students motivated, proud, and eager to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for choosing to invest in our classroom and for making learning such a joyful experience for my students. We are deeply grateful for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1733245231529,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-a-colorful-fresh-start-for-first/8655255/","projectTitle":"We Need a Colorful Fresh Start for First","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Joye","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9663382"},{"teacherId":5357435,"projectId":10313810,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our classroom is up and running, and we have had a fabulous start to the school year! Your support helped create a warm, welcoming, and organized learning environment where students feel comfortable, excited, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nThe materials you provided have already made a difference in our daily routines and given students the resources they need to succeed. It is wonderful to see them enjoying our classroom and taking pride in their learning space.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us start the school year off strong. Your generosity is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1780939428068,"projectUrl":"project/tech-update/10313810/","projectTitle":"Tech Update","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5357435_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y26&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698781622136","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5357435"},{"teacherId":5357435,"projectId":10302221,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our classroom is up and running, and we have had a fabulous start to the school year! Your support helped create a warm, welcoming, and organized learning environment where students feel comfortable, excited, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nThe materials you provided have already made a difference in our daily routines and given students the resources they need to succeed. It is wonderful to see them enjoying our classroom and taking pride in their learning space.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us start the school year off strong. Your generosity is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1780071763202,"projectUrl":"project/planning-for-a-new-year/10302221/","projectTitle":"Planning for a New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5357435_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y26&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698781622136","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5357435"},{"teacherId":9365482,"projectId":10201144,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"Big Math, Big Dreams: Bringing 3rd Grade Concepts to Life!\" Your generosity has infused our classroom with excitement, curiosity, and a newfound love for mathematics. \r\n Third grade is a pivotal year for math as students transition from basic arithmetic to complex concepts like multiplication, division, fractions, and area. Before your donation, many of my students struggled to visualize these abstract ideas, which often led to frustration. The hands-on manipulatives, math games, and engaging resources you funded have completely transformed that experience.\r\n Now, our math block is the favorite part of the day. Instead of just memorizing facts, students are actively building models, collaborating on problem-solving challenges, and seeing how math works in the real world. The colorful tools have made fractions tangible and multiplication feel like a fun puzzle rather than a chore. I have already seen a massive boost in their confidence and test scores. Your kindness did more than just provide supplies; it sent a powerful message to my students that their education matters and that people believe in their dreams. Thank you for investing in our classroom and shaping the next generation of big thinkers.","fullyFundedDate":1780940896025,"projectUrl":"project/big-math-big-dreams-bringing-3rd-grade/10201144/","projectTitle":"Big Math, Big Dreams: Bringing 3rd Grade Concepts to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maraon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9365482_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1780962341997","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9365482"},{"teacherId":10412995,"projectId":10225616,"letterContent":"These new resources have made a wonderful difference in our classroom. My first graders have been using the headphones for reading, phonics, math, testing, and individualized learning. They were so excited to see the new materials and especially enjoyed using the LEGO bricks, magnetic tiles, and dice during centers. The organization materials have also helped students become more independent by giving them easy access to classroom supplies and teaching them responsibility. These resources have made learning more engaging, hands-on, and fun.","fullyFundedDate":1780941246745,"projectUrl":"project/organized-equipped-and-ready-to-learn/10225616/","projectTitle":"Organized, Equipped, and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Germade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10412995_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768880688226","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10412995"},{"teacherId":10432234,"projectId":10092413,"letterContent":"Thank You!\r\n\r\nA heartfelt thank-you to the generous donors who provided our elementary classroom with a laminator and color printer. These resources have made such a big difference for my students!\r\n\r\nWith the laminator, I can create durable learning materials that students can use again and again. The color printer allows me to bring lessons and activities to life with engaging, colorful resources.\r\n\r\nYour generosity directly impacts my students' learning and makes our classroom an even more welcoming and exciting place to learn. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support!\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping make a difference in their education!","fullyFundedDate":1780940787782,"projectUrl":"project/color-the-future-and-make-it-durable/10092413/","projectTitle":"Color the Future and Make It Durable!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Segura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10432234"},{"teacherId":10414425,"projectId":10046781,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generosity! Thanks to your support, our classroom now has a dedicated, cozy Reading Nook.\r\n\r\nBefore this project was funded, independent reading time often meant students sitting at their rigid desks or trying to get comfortable on a hard floor. Now, their eyes light up when it's time to head to the nook. The new bean bag chairs and cushions have transformed our room into a warm, inviting space where reading feels like a treat rather than a chore.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my 2nd graders are building a lifelong love for books. They feel seen, supported, and celebrated by a community that cares about their education.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and our future!","fullyFundedDate":1769138410848,"projectUrl":"project/reading-nook/10046781/","projectTitle":"\"Reading Nook\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johanna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10414425_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788488640197","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414425"},{"teacherId":9363485,"projectId":10239002,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to my classroom! Because of your generosity, each student was able to take home two books and some fun activities to keep them learning over the summer. Every student will now have the tools they need to stay focused and retain the information they learned this year.\r\n\r\nAs a Kindergarten teacher, being their very first educator means the world to me. Giving them the foundational tools they need to carry into their future years of education is incredibly important to me, and you stepped in to make those things possible this year. I am forever grateful, and my students are too!","fullyFundedDate":1778068731755,"projectUrl":"project/big-dream-little-grads/10239002/","projectTitle":"Big Dream Little Grads","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Samuels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9363485_orig.jpg?crop=592,592,x0,y126&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785364845694","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9363485"},{"teacherId":9354827,"projectId":10041626,"letterContent":"The introduction of these new texts has completely elevated the academic rigor in our classroom. While many people see graphic novels and contemporary fiction as just \"engaging,\" as an educator, I use them as blueprints for complex literary analysis. With books like The Crossover and Refugee, my fifth graders aren't just reading a story; they are learning to analyze complex character development, track parallel plot lines, and decode figurative language like metaphor and rhythm. We also use the Mo Willems collection to study dialogue tags and subtext, showing our English Language Learners (ELL) how punctuation and visual cues change the meaning of a sentence. These books serve as the perfect \"mentor texts\" that bridge the gap between reading a great story and writing one.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, reading in our classroom now looks like a bustling, professional literary lounge rather than a traditional, rigid row of desks. When it is time for our literacy block, the harsh fluorescent lights go off, the \"Calming Cafe\" twinkle lights come on, and students transition into their designated reading zones. You will see some students huddled on the new blue and green floor cushions sharing a graphic novel, while others are independently diving into a historical fiction novel under the soft glow of the lights. There is a palpable sense of focus and tranquility in the air. By changing the environment, we have successfully lowered the students' anxiety and created a space where they can truly get lost in a book.\r\n\r\nThere is one group of students in particular who have been completely transformed by these new resources: my reluctant readers and English Language Learners. Before this project, entering the reading corner felt overwhelming for them because the text-heavy books felt out of reach. Now, they are absolutely thriving. I have watched students who used to avoid reading time sprint to the new cushion corner to grab Swim Team or Miles Morales. The combination of high-interest visual storytelling and a cozy, low-stress seating area has given them the confidence they needed. They are no longer just passive observers in our classroom library; they are active, excited readers who are proud of the space they helped inspire. Thank you for making this magic possible!","fullyFundedDate":1769014917113,"projectUrl":"project/vibes-verses-a-5th-grade-writing-stud/10041626/","projectTitle":"Vibes & Verses: A 5th Grade Writing Studio","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Glenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9354827_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y224&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763862119527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9354827"},{"teacherId":9366396,"projectId":10044781,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our \"Fidget Tools for Learning\" project. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to tools that truly help them stay focused, calm, and engaged throughout the school day. Your contribution has made a meaningful difference in our classroom environment and in the daily learning experiences of my students.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the fidget tools, their excitement was immediate. Many of them could not wait to explore the different textures, movements, and sensory features of each item. What stood out most was how quickly the tools became a positive support during instruction. Students who often struggled to remain attentive during lessons were able to participate more successfully while using the fidgets appropriately. It was wonderful to see their confidence grow as they realized these tools could help them manage their focus and emotions.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the fidget tools during independent work time, small group instruction, reading activities, and classroom discussions. One memorable moment happened during a reading lesson when a student who usually became distracted was able to remain engaged for the entire activity while quietly using a sensory ring. After the lesson, the student proudly shared that the tool helped them \"keep their brain on the story.\" Moments like these remind me how important it is to provide students with resources that meet their individual learning needs.\r\n\r\nThese tools have also helped create a calmer and more supportive classroom atmosphere. Students are learning how to self-regulate, make responsible choices, and identify strategies that help them learn best. As we continue through the school year, we will use these resources to support academic growth, emotional regulation, and positive classroom participation during collaborative projects, testing situations, and daily instruction.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided more than classroom materials — you have helped create a learning space where students feel supported, understood, and empowered to succeed. Thank you again for believing in our students and investing in their future. Your kindness and support are deeply appreciated by both my students and me.","fullyFundedDate":1769126910247,"projectUrl":"project/fidget-tools-for-learning/10044781/","projectTitle":"Fidget Tools for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. John Rhey Calonia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9366396"},{"teacherId":10079208,"projectId":10043829,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! My students were so excited when they first saw the new materials, especially the flex seating. Their faces lit up as they realized they would have more comfortable seating choices during reading, writing, small groups, and independent work time. One special moment was watching students choose a flexible seat during partner reading and stay focused while sharing their books with a classmate. The dry erase materials have also been extremely helpful during our daily lessons. Students use them to solve math problems, practice spelling patterns, respond to questions, and show their thinking in a fun and engaging way.\r\n\r\nThe cleaning supplies have helped us keep our classroom fresh, organized, and ready for learning each day. Because of your kindness, our classroom feels more comfortable, welcoming, and prepared for students to do their best work. As we continue learning, students will use these resources during upcoming reading and math lessons, small-group activities, and classroom projects that require collaboration and creativity. Your donation has truly made our classroom a better place, and we are so grateful for your generosity and support","fullyFundedDate":1768950278682,"projectUrl":"project/engagement-through-flexible-learning/10043829/","projectTitle":"Engagement Through Flexible Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10079208"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82968","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":458,"numTeachers":36,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":72,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":37.5,"schoolId":82968,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mountain View Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mountain View Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/mountain-view-elementary-school/82968"}