{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Robert E Lake Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":39.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10418122,"projectId":10560975,"letterContent":"I am truly so grateful for your generous donation and for taking an interest in my classroom. As a teacher, it means so much to me to have people who believe in my students and want to support them. I put so much love and effort into creating a classroom where my students feel happy, supported, and excited to learn, and your generosity helps make that possible.\r\n\r\nYour donation will make a real difference in our classroom. These resources will give my students more opportunities to learn, be creative, and have fun while building important skills. Seeing my students excited to learn is one of the most rewarding parts of being a teacher, and your support helps me give them those experiences.\r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in my students and supporting our classroom. I am so thankful for your kindness and generosity. My students and I truly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1788390300848,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-bilingual-futures/10560975/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Bilingual Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia Aguirre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10418122_orig.png?crop=360,360,x23,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788127892902","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10418122"},{"teacherId":2948932,"projectId":10077052,"letterContent":"These Eyewords Sight Word & Phonics Flash Cards have made learning new words more engaging and interactive for my second-grade students. During our small-group instruction, the cards give students an opportunity to practice sight words and phonics skills in a hands-on way. Students can see the words, hear them, and practice recognizing them, which helps build confidence and strengthen their reading skills. The colorful cards make practice feel less like work and more like a fun learning activity.\r\n\r\nWhat excites me most is seeing students become more confident as they recognize words they once struggled with. Some students especially enjoy the repetition and hands-on practice because it allows them to learn at their own pace. These cards have helped make our small-group time more meaningful while giving students the extra practice they need to become stronger, more independent readers. I am so grateful to our donors for helping provide resources that make a real difference in our students' learning and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1778090372271,"projectUrl":"project/growing-minds-in-2nd-grade/10077052/","projectTitle":"Growing Minds in 2nd Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Puckett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2948932"},{"teacherId":9349715,"projectId":10000409,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Diverse Schools Need Diverse Books.\" Your generosity helped us expand our library collection with books featuring a wider variety of characters, cultures, families, experiences, and perspectives.\r\n\r\nOur students come from many different backgrounds, and they deserve a library where they can both see themselves in the books they read and learn about people whose lives may be different from their own. With your help, we were able to put more of those books directly into their hands.\r\n\r\nIt was especially meaningful to see students discover books and characters they could connect with. Representation can turn a book from simply another story on the shelf into something that feels personal to a child. At the same time, these books give all of our students opportunities to explore experiences outside of their own and build curiosity, understanding, and empathy.\r\n\r\nThe books purchased through this project will remain part of the school library collection, which means your donation will continue reaching new students year after year.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us build a library collection that better represents the wonderful diversity of our school community and gives every student more opportunities to find a book that speaks to them.","fullyFundedDate":1768702280212,"projectUrl":"project/diverse-schools-need-diverse-books/10000409/","projectTitle":"Diverse Schools Need Diverse Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jaeger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349715"},{"teacherId":9349715,"projectId":7990787,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"If You Like It, We Have a Book About It!\" Your generosity helped us add books to our school library that reflected the topics, characters, series, and interests our students were excited about.\r\n\r\nOne of my biggest goals as a school librarian is to help every student discover that there really is a book for them. Not every child walks into the library already thinking of themselves as a reader. Sometimes it takes a favorite character, an interesting animal, a funny graphic novel, a popular series, or a topic they cannot stop talking about to make that connection.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students had more opportunities to walk into the library, recognize something they loved, and say, \"I want that book!\" Seeing students get excited about new books—and then watching other students become interested because their classmates recommended them—was wonderful.\r\n\r\nThese books will continue to be enjoyed by students for years to come. Thank you for helping us create a library where students' interests are valued and where more children can find a book that makes them excited to read.","fullyFundedDate":1699211160286,"projectUrl":"project/if-you-like-it-we-have-a-book-about-it/7990787/","projectTitle":"If You Like It, We Have a Book About It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jaeger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349715"},{"teacherId":2410428,"projectId":10151689,"letterContent":"I am absolutely ecstatic to share the incredible impact your book donations are having on my K-5th grade Spanish students here in Las Vegas! Thanks to your generosity, my students are finally seeing themselves reflected in the literature they read every day. Many of our students are recent arrivals from various Latin American countries. As they navigate the transition to a new country and a new school system, these books have provided a vital sense of comfort and belonging. \r\n\r\nOur classroom has become a beautiful space of shared learning: Building Literacy & Confidence: For students who are still developing foundational reading skills, the rich illustrations and relatable content allow them to fully comprehend, engage, and participate in classroom discussions. Cultural Representation: Students proudly share stories about the traditional foods, clothing, and customs of their hometowns. \r\n\r\nTogether, we are learning about different Latin American flags and discovering just how much we have in common. Bridging Two Worlds: While our newcomers are learning about American holidays and celebrations, our English-dominant students are gaining a firsthand understanding of what life and celebrations look like in other countries. The Home-School Connection: The excitement doesn't stop at school. Students are going home and eagerly telling their families how their unique heritage and cultures are being honored and celebrated by their peers. \r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the opportunity to learn from one another, validate their identities, and build a proud, inclusive community. Your gift has made a profound difference!","fullyFundedDate":1778008641813,"projectUrl":"project/dual-language-books-to-the-rescue/10151689/","projectTitle":"Dual Language Books to the Rescue","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zwick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2410428_orig.png?crop=878,878,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633223815947","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-gzwick"},{"teacherId":3637627,"projectId":10037361,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind donation and for investing in the lives of my students. The journals are perfect for beginning writers. Children need a lot of time and exposure to writing utensils before they become adept at letter formation and eventually as a writers. These journals are a great way for students to start to see themselves as writers.\r\nIn addition, the paper helped my students see themselves as artists, providing additional opportunities for self-expression and writing.\r\nI am very thankful that you chose to support my srudents. It really enriched their pre-k experience.","fullyFundedDate":1774963843537,"projectUrl":"project/stellar-artists-over-this-way/10037361/","projectTitle":"Stellar Artists Over This Way!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Freeman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3637627_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1466057523674","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3637627"},{"teacherId":9809472,"projectId":10045624,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart, and from every student who has moved, laughed, and grown in my adapted PE class because of your support. Because of you, \"APE on the Go\" is no longer just a project name; it's a reality that is transforming the way my students experience physical education every single day.\r\n\r\nIn an adapted PE setting, every learner has unique needs, and meeting those needs often requires creative tools. The iPad has become exactly that, a bridge between what my students can see and what their bodies are learning to do. I use it to play motivating music that sets the tone and energy for our warm-ups, to show video tutorials that give students a visual model of skills like galloping, hopping, throwing, and catching before we try them ourselves, and, perhaps most powerfully, to film my students as they practice. Watching themselves on screen is something many of them have never experienced in a learning context. When a student can see their own arm swing during an overhand throw or their footwork during a locomotor pattern, the connection between instruction and movement clicks in a way that verbal feedback alone simply cannot achieve. That instant visual feedback is a game-changer in adapted PE.\r\nWhat excites my students most is seeing themselves as athletes. \r\n\r\nFor many of my learners, physical education has historically felt like a space where they struggle to keep up. The iPad flips that script. When I show a student a clip of themselves successfully completing a skill, even an emerging one, their face lights up with a pride that is hard to put into words. There are students who rarely make eye contact or engage verbally who will eagerly crowd around the screen to watch their own movements. That engagement is everything. You didn't just fund a device; you funded confidence, inclusion, and the message that every child deserves to see themselves succeeding.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and in the power of accessible, thoughtful physical education. Your generosity has made my classroom a place where every learner can move with purpose, and see exactly how far they've come.\r\nWith deep gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1772579166701,"projectUrl":"project/ape-on-the-go-ipad-support-for-inclusiv/10045624/","projectTitle":"Ape on the Go: iPad Support for Inclusive Physical Education","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9809472_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x1008,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729539699795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9809472"},{"teacherId":9368968,"projectId":8031427,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contribution to our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your support has provided our students with valuable resources that make learning more engaging, interactive, and meaningful. These materials allow students to explore new ideas, participate more fully in lessons, and build important skills that will support their academic growth. Your kindness helps create an environment where students feel motivated and excited to learn each day.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your generosity and the impact it has on our classroom. Your donation not only supplies needed materials but also reminds our students that others believe in their success and future. This encouragement inspires them to stay focused, work hard, and take pride in their achievements. Thank you for helping make a difference in our students' education.","fullyFundedDate":1700254871136,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-is-more-fun/8031427/","projectTitle":"Hands-On is More Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cobb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9368968_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768675786503","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9368968"},{"teacherId":9368968,"projectId":10018414,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to resources that will strengthen their learning experience and help them grow both academically and personally. These materials create opportunities for hands-on learning, creativity, and collaboration, allowing students to stay engaged and excited about their education. Your contribution helps ensure that every student has the tools they need to succeed and feel confident in their abilities.","fullyFundedDate":1768671432213,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-foundation/10018414/","projectTitle":"Building a Foundation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cobb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9368968_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768675786503","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9368968"},{"teacherId":8580931,"projectId":9998512,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your donation truly makes a difference for my students each and every day.\r\n\r\nMy students are curious, excited learners who love coming to school and trying new things. They do best when they can move around, explore, and use hands-on materials—and thanks to you, they have more opportunities to do just that.\r\n\r\nThe flexible seating pillows have been a big hit! Students love having a choice in where they sit, and it helps them stay comfortable, focused, and ready to learn. It's also been great for encouraging collaboration and helping students regulate their energy throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThe math manipulatives are making learning come to life. Being able to see and physically work through problems is helping students better understand concepts and build confidence in their math skills.\r\n\r\nWe're also using incentives to encourage effort, persistence, and responsibility. It's been so rewarding to see students stay motivated, celebrate their progress, and take pride in their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for helping create a classroom where students feel happy, supported, and excited to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1768156113054,"projectUrl":"project/math-tools-cozy-seats-motivation-trea/9998512/","projectTitle":"Math Tools, Cozy Seats & Motivation Treats","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Esquer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8580931_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x256,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659923198475","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8580931"},{"teacherId":6123705,"projectId":10001985,"letterContent":"My students were surprised and excited when I received the donated books because they did not know they were coming. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to new books that they were truly excited to read.\r\n\r\nThe donated One Piece books have quickly become the most popular in our classroom. These texts have helped introduce and strengthen important reading skills such as comprehension, sequencing events, making predictions, identifying character traits, and using context clues to understand new vocabulary. Students are also building stamina and confidence as they read longer texts and follow storylines across multiple books.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is active, engaging, and full of excitement. It has been amazing to watch students eagerly pick up these books, discuss their favorite characters and moments, and recommend them to classmates. Many students even wait excitedly for their classmates to finish a book so they can trade books or begin reading the next one in the series. The excitement these books have created has made reading feel fun and meaningful for many students.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially connected with these books. Some students who were hesitant readers are now eager to read each day because they found a series they truly enjoy. In fact, some students have already read nearly two out of the four donated sets because they were so motivated to keep reading. Seeing students so engaged and excited about books has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a real difference in helping students develop a love for reading while strengthening important literacy skills. Thank you for supporting our classroom and investing in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1769727364496,"projectUrl":"project/mr-corrales-reading-corner/10001985/","projectTitle":"Mr. Corrales' Reading Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Corrales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6123705"},{"teacherId":9557480,"projectId":9380168,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation! Throughout the year, my students have been able to easily access their learning materials with the help of your generosity. My students are able to quickly get their materials for the needed subjects. Students have also been enjoying the classroom stools that we use for our small group table. It helps everyone have enough space and it is easy to stack up at the end of the day. \r\nIn addition, my students have been enjoying the many incentives that are offered. The many prizes have helped my students stay motivated and engaged throughout the day. They get very excited choosing from the countless prizes such as smelly stickers and pencil toppers. I feel that this has helped make learning exciting for all of them! Thank you again for helping create this impact in my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1751487595116,"projectUrl":"project/an-organized-space/9380168/","projectTitle":"An Organized Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9557480_orig.jpg?crop=2140,2140,x0,y378&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718909916627","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9557480"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82980","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":614,"numTeachers":57,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":70,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":61.0,"schoolId":82980,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Robert E Lake Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Robert E Lake Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/robert-e-lake-elementary-school/82980"}