{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"R Guild Gray Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":50.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4631578,"projectId":10017682,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our kindergarten classroom. This classroom project was brought to life by the Nevada Department of Education, and we are incredibly grateful for the support provided to our students. Our classroom serves students from a low-income community with a high population of English Language Learners (ELLs), and these supplies have already made a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experiences. Your generosity has helped create a more engaging, supportive, and welcoming classroom environment where students feel excited to learn and confident taking academic risks.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they were thrilled. Many of them immediately noticed the fresh crayons, markers, paint, Play-Doh, paper, glue, and Expo markers and could not wait to begin using them. One special moment was during writing centers when students proudly used the new paper and sentence strips to practice writing simple sentences and illustrating their ideas. For many of our ELL students, writing can feel intimidating at first, but having colorful, high-quality materials made learning feel fun and approachable. Students were excited to share their work with classmates and teachers, and it was wonderful watching their confidence grow throughout the activity.\r\n\r\nThe sentence strips have become one of the most valuable tools in our classroom. Students use them daily to practice sight words, build sentences, and learn sentence structure in a visual, hands-on way. Many of our English Language Learners benefit from physically manipulating words and practicing oral language while building complete sentences. These activities help strengthen vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension skills while making language learning interactive and engaging. During small group instruction, students work together using sentence strips to create stories, identify beginning sounds, and practice reading fluently.\r\n\r\nThe batteries for our listening center have also had a huge impact on student learning. Our listening center is one of the students' favorite stations because it allows them to independently listen to stories while following along with books. This supports listening comprehension, pronunciation, fluency, and vocabulary development, which are all critical skills for English Language Learners. Students become so engaged listening to stories, and many are now retelling stories and using new vocabulary words during classroom discussions.\r\n\r\nThe Play-Doh and paint have supported both academic learning and fine-motor development. Play-Doh activities strengthen the small muscles in students' hands, helping prepare them for writing tasks. Many kindergarten students still struggle with pencil grip and hand strength, so these sensory activities are both enjoyable and beneficial. Paint has also become a fun way to reinforce sight words, letters, and numbers through art-based activities. Students are more motivated to participate when learning feels creative and hands-on, and these experiences help them connect language and academic concepts in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nExpo markers and paper are used constantly throughout the school day for writing practice, math work, phonics lessons, and collaborative learning activities. The ability to write, erase, and try again encourages students to take risks without fear of making mistakes. This is especially important for young learners who are still developing confidence in their academic abilities. Treasure chest rewards have also become a strong motivator for positive behavior, homework completion, and reaching classroom goals. In a low-income classroom, small incentives can make a very big impact on student motivation and excitement about school.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students are learning in an environment filled with opportunities to explore, create, and grow. These materials are helping students strengthen academic skills, develop confidence, and build a love of learning that will continue far beyond kindergarten. Thank you again for investing in our classroom and making a difference in the lives of our students. Your kindness and generosity are truly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1768721754969,"projectUrl":"project/kinder-supplies/10017682/","projectTitle":"Kinder Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Whipple","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4631578"},{"teacherId":7962651,"projectId":10046764,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and staff in our Early Childhood Special Education classroom, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation toward our new Toniebox.\r\n\r\nIn a classroom where our learners often face unique communication and sensory challenges, the Toniebox is much more than just a music player. It is a bridge to independence and language. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to a screen-free, tactile way to engage with stories and songs.\r\n\r\nYour gift is already making an impact by:\r\n\r\nBuilding Independence: Students with fine motor delays can easily place a Tonie figure on the box to start their favorite story without needing adult assistance.\r\n\r\nProviding Sensory Comfort: The predictable nature of the Toniebox helps calm students during difficult transitions or moments of sensory overwhelm.\r\n\r\nEncouraging Literacy: Hearing stories read aloud helps our budding communicators build vocabulary and a love for storytelling.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your investment in our classroom. You have provided our students with a tool that empowers them to explore, learn, and grow at their own pace.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a champion for our little learners!","fullyFundedDate":1776452185529,"projectUrl":"project/early-learning-exploration/10046764/","projectTitle":"Early Learning Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amanda Yates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7962651_orig.png?crop=544,544,x0,y39&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633478948109","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7962651"},{"teacherId":10403984,"projectId":10019151,"letterContent":"My students have so many more books to read. They also can keep their books organized, which has saved me so much time in the classroom. Thank you so much for your donation. It has really enabled me to save time during instruction. The students are able to gather their materials and we can begin our lesson in a timely fashion. Thank you. Your generosity means so much to me and to my students. I am so grateful for you. We will be able to use these for years to come. Having books at their levels, has enabled the students to read, and learn to read efficiently. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1768673506686,"projectUrl":"project/differentiated-reading/10019151/","projectTitle":"Differentiated Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dvorak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403984"},{"teacherId":9370128,"projectId":10036463,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom treasure box has become so much more than just a reward system—it's now a powerful source of motivation and excitement for my students. We use the prizes as part of our math practice routine, where students earn opportunities to choose from the treasure box by demonstrating perseverance, growth, and problem-solving skills. When they earned a treasure box prize, the pride on their faces was incredible—and it inspired others to keep trying, too.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their reactions were pure joy. There were wide eyes, big smiles, and lots of excited chatter about the different prizes. It immediately created a positive buzz in the classroom and gave students something tangible to look forward to as they worked hard.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're continuing to build on this momentum. The treasure box will remain an incentive, encouraging teamwork, creativity, and persistence. Your support has truly helped foster a classroom environment where effort is celebrated, and learning feels rewarding. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact!","fullyFundedDate":1768861743668,"projectUrl":"project/our-treasure-box-fueling-fun-learnin/10036463/","projectTitle":"\"Our Treasure Box: Fueling Fun & Learning in Math!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kyner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9370128"},{"teacherId":10411410,"projectId":10038181,"letterContent":"My students have been loving all of the new toys and activities that we have been provided through donors choose such as sensory sand bins, sensory \"space\" bins, access to painting on a canvas, and Jelly Blox. \r\n\r\nWe have been using the Jelly Blox with various students working on their visual perceptual and building skills to follow directions, build a tower and then draw it. These blocks are way more fun and interesting as they have sensory aspects such as sand, beads or small objects hidden within, compared to standard Legos or blocks. \r\n\r\nThe students love to request to use the various sensory bins that I got through donors choose as their break activity, and I see a lot of improved regulation as well as creativity begin to flow through their free play.\r\n\r\nPainting with Q tips and all the new paint colors that we have has been a very successful activity across various age groups from pre-k to 3rd grade. Students are so excited to be able to paint on a canvas and take it home to show their parents, so proudly.","fullyFundedDate":1768765227247,"projectUrl":"project/building-fine-motor-success-one-engagin/10038181/","projectTitle":"Building Fine Motor Success, One Engaging Toy at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Richey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10411410"},{"teacherId":9024425,"projectId":10018784,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Where Learning Comes to Life: Anchor Charts and Whiteboard Supplies.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, our classroom has become a more interactive and engaging learning environment. The anchor charts we've created together now serve as constant visual reminders of key concepts, helping students build confidence and independence. Instead of simply hearing information once, students can refer back to clear, colorful examples that reinforce their understanding every day.\r\n\r\nThe new whiteboard supplies have also transformed the way students participate. They are more eager to share their thinking, solve problems, and collaborate with one another. Whether practicing math strategies, brainstorming ideas, or responding to questions, every student now has a voice and a chance to actively engage in learning.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only provided materials—it has sparked excitement, increased participation, and strengthened comprehension across all subjects. You've helped create a classroom where learning is visible, hands-on, and truly comes to life.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and their success!","fullyFundedDate":1768755482737,"projectUrl":"project/where-learning-comes-to-life-anchor-cha/10018784/","projectTitle":"Where Learning Comes to Life: Anchor Charts and Whiteboard Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Novak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9024425"},{"teacherId":3687895,"projectId":10031038,"letterContent":"Our class has been loving the new coat rack, claw machine, dice poppers, and the rewards they have been earning for their hard work. The coat rack has helped our mornings feel so much smoother. Students come in, hang up their backpacks and jackets on their own, and get started right away. It's such a simple thing, but it's really helped build independence and responsibility. The reward system (especially the claw machine!) has been a huge motivator. I've seen students stay focused longer, make better choices, and really try their best. \r\n\r\nWhen everything first arrived, they were SO excited. The claw machine was definitely the star of the show. It brought such a positive energy into the classroom, and I love seeing them cheer each other on now.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are focused on helping students take what they've been practicing and apply it more independently. We are continuing to build our classroom community and positive habits through our reward system. Students are now working toward both individual and class goals, which encourages teamwork and responsibility.","fullyFundedDate":1768698497930,"projectUrl":"project/where-little-belongings-are-safe-and-big/10031038/","projectTitle":"Where Little Belongings Are Safe and Big Efforts are Celebrated","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3687895"},{"teacherId":5958657,"projectId":10010540,"letterContent":"The materials and supplies that were donated were used immediately upon their arrival. The prekindergarten students used the materials to practice, writing their name, write numerals, and begin simple addition. It was a joy to see the students expressions as they were given their own journals. \r\nAll the materials donated were greatly appreciated by the students, teachers and the parents. The students use their journals on a weekly basis and we're excited to each have their own personal journal to illustrate their pre-K experience before going to kindergarten.","fullyFundedDate":1768319694476,"projectUrl":"project/writing-for-success/10010540/","projectTitle":"Writing for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Andersen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5958657"},{"teacherId":9358032,"projectId":10011336,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations! Since we have received them, my students are more inclined to work harder and earn Dojo points so that they are able to spend them on Desk Pets/Accessories or Treasure Box items.\r\nThe multiplication games like spinners and wrap-around tools are also a hit in my classroom since it's a fun way to keep them engaged in math hands-on. They have also been handy as we've been reviewing for the upcoming state assessments.\r\nI also have been able to establish the independence I was expecting with the provided clipboards, privacy folders, and headphones, making transitions even smoother!","fullyFundedDate":1768340946057,"projectUrl":"project/third-grade-independence/10011336/","projectTitle":"Third Grade Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Villasenor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9358032_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y192&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699978742785","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-villasenor"},{"teacherId":9353355,"projectId":10007369,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project! Because of your kindness, our students now have access to valuable resources that will help them learn, grow, and succeed.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Every time a shipment of materials arrived, they could not wait to open it up and see what came for us! The students are excited and grateful, and they are already benefiting from the materials you helped provide. My students absolutely loved the animal books and are currently using them to write their research reports! They also love using the various art supplies to enhance their work. Their productivity and creativity has truly flourished, thanks to your donations. \r\n\r\nYour support not only enhances their learning experience but also shows them that there are people who care about their education. We truly appreciate your generosity and belief in our students. Thank you for helping us create a more engaging and inspiring learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1768531741064,"projectUrl":"project/fun-and-colorful-learning/10007369/","projectTitle":"Fun and Colorful Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gegen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9353355"},{"teacherId":2674691,"projectId":9206580,"letterContent":"Our classroom was able to host a very special event—Glow Day! This exciting, hands-on learning experience transformed our classrooms into a glowing environment where students reviewed important skills through fun, interactive activities.\r\n\r\nGlow Day is more than just a celebration—it's a powerful way to reinforce learning. Research and classroom experience show that when students are engaged, moving, and having fun, they retain more information and build confidence in their abilities. For many of our students, especially those who benefit from sensory-rich and structured environments, Glow Day provides a meaningful opportunity to shine.\r\n\r\nYour support helped create an unforgettable learning experience that motivated students and celebrated their hard work. Every donation—big or small—made a direct impact on our classroom and brought learning to life.","fullyFundedDate":1742939284463,"projectUrl":"project/glow-in-the-dark-exciting-and-memorabl/9206580/","projectTitle":"Glow in the Dark = Exciting and Memorable","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zobrak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2674691_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y733&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1592454341891","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/zobrak"},{"teacherId":8115335,"projectId":9991112,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire community, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your incredibly generous donation of Pete the Cat books. These stories are more than just colorful pages; they are a gateway to literacy that captures the imagination of our young readers like few other series can. Pete's \"cool\" and resilient attitude provides such a wonderful example for children, teaching them to keep moving forward and singing their song no matter what challenges they face.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has already brought so many bright smiles to our classrooms and library shelves. Because of your kindness, our students have the chance to fall in love with reading through groovy adventures and catchy rhythms. It is supporters like you who help us foster a lifelong passion for learning and ensure that every child has access to high-quality, engaging literature.","fullyFundedDate":1768103150084,"projectUrl":"project/favorite-book-characters/9991112/","projectTitle":"Favorite Book Characters","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C Yates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8115335_orig.png?crop=355,355,x0,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633486786030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8115335"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_48495","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":351,"numTeachers":29,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":13,"percentWhite":12,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":58,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":1,"percentMultiracialImputed":8,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":49.6,"schoolId":48495,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about R Guild Gray Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"R Guild Gray Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/r-guild-gray-elementary-school/48495"}