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We have been able to learn about self-regulation, and techniques we can use in the real world when we get upset or have big emotions as we call them. \r\n\r\nWith that being said, our books about diversity have been such a good help. My students have been able to pick up the books and make comments about how the characters look like them. I have noticed that the students have been gravitating towards those books the most when it comes to picking a story. \r\n\r\nI am so thankful and grateful for all of the love and support. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1769192876322,"projectUrl":"project/miss-pypers-behavior-bootcamp/9993654/","projectTitle":"Miss Pyper's Behavior Bootcamp","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Deen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9348043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767893928245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9348043"},{"teacherId":7874673,"projectId":9990322,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful difference in both the organization of our classroom and the way students engage with their learning each day. The addition of the wireless printer has allowed us to quickly print differentiated materials, student work, and visual supports right when we need them. Instead of waiting or working around limited resources, I can immediately respond to student needs, whether that's providing extra practice, enrichment activities, or printing writing pieces for students to proudly share. 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They were so excited to see the packages arrive and find out how kind people who don't even know them can be. \r\n\r\nIf it weren't for your generosity, I don't know if I could have purchased these supplies on my own. I appreciate you taking their interests and education at heart. This has truly been a great opportunity for my students to become successful with the help of you. \r\n\r\nContinue to be amazing and supporting the children.","fullyFundedDate":1768453959467,"projectUrl":"project/student-supplies-for-success/9990543/","projectTitle":"Student Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Masden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5525171_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531421326713","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-masden"},{"teacherId":10403414,"projectId":10016354,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire health office, I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your incredible generosity. Your donations have made a meaningful difference in our ability to care for and support our students every single day.\r\n\r\nFrom essential supplies like bandages and first aid items to the thoughtful addition of snacks for students in need, each contribution has helped us create a safer, more responsive, and more compassionate environment. We are especially grateful for the cart you provided, which allows us to efficiently transport medications and critical supplies during emergency drills and real situations. This has greatly improved our preparedness and our ability to respond quickly when it matters most.\r\n\r\nYour kindness directly impacts the well-being of our students, ensuring they receive the care and attention they need to stay healthy, safe, and ready to learn. It is truly inspiring to see a community come together to support our school in such a meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and for supporting the work we do in the health office. We are deeply appreciative of your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1769212466871,"projectUrl":"project/a-clean-health-office-is-a-happy-health/10016354/","projectTitle":"A Clean Health Office is a Happy Health Office","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403414"},{"teacherId":9351643,"projectId":9990536,"letterContent":"Your donations have allowed me to expand my P.E. Program at Shirley Barber ES. The biggest impact is being able to blend music into the curriculum and giving students a choice and sense of ownership.\r\n\r\nThe best example of when I did our jump rope unit and I'd pick \"star students\" to request a song or add their song to the playlist for rest of the year for all classes. This has helped motivate students good behavior in PE as well as during recess.\r\n\r\nThank for always supporting teachers and all the students at Shirley Barber ES.","fullyFundedDate":1768069080561,"projectUrl":"project/lifetime-fun-in-pe/9990536/","projectTitle":"Lifetime Fun in PE","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Matt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9351643"},{"teacherId":8615616,"projectId":10015116,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, my first graders have access to new materials that truly make a difference in their learning each day. The AR books are used daily and have already helped strengthen their reading skills and confidence. Having access to paper has also been a huge help, allowing me to create meaningful classroom activities where students can take notes, practice skills, and even color and express themselves creatively. The art supplies have brought so much joy and excitement into our classroom as well.\r\n\r\nYour kindness also made our Valentine's Day extra special. I was able to create a gift bag for each student, which meant so much to them and helped build a sense of community and celebration in our classroom. Thank you for investing in my students and supporting their growth, creativity, and happiness. Your generosity is truly appreciated more than words can express!","fullyFundedDate":1768613407584,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-classroom-kids-love/10015116/","projectTitle":"Creating a Classroom Kids Love","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8615616_orig.jpg?crop=315,315,x29,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669167045205","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8615616"},{"teacherId":6624667,"projectId":9993017,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in bringing this project to life! Because of your support, my students now have access to more triangles, black lights, a new tubano drum, and pool noodles: materials that will spark creativity, exploration, and hands-on learning in ways we couldn't have achieved otherwise. These resources allow us to engage students in music, movement, and sensory-rich experiences that make learning both meaningful and fun.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a direct and lasting impact in our classroom. Every time students experiment and create with these materials, they are benefiting from your thoughtful contribution. We are truly grateful for your belief in my students and for helping us create an environment where curiosity and joy can thrive. Thank you again for making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1768143972694,"projectUrl":"project/light-up-the-beat-music-in-motion/9993017/","projectTitle":"Light Up the Beat: Music in Motion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. VanSuch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6624667"},{"teacherId":8130420,"projectId":9778759,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our kindness rocks project and helping my fourth graders spread joy across our school campus. Your generosity is giving students the opportunity to combine creativity with compassion as they design colorful rocks filled with uplifting messages for classmates, teachers, and staff to discover. This project turns a simple art activity into a powerful lesson about how small acts of kindness can brighten someone's day and strengthen our school community.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students will not only express themselves artistically, but also practice empathy, teamwork, and the importance of giving back. As they place their kindness rocks around campus, they will see firsthand how encouraging words like \"You are enough\" and \"Keep shining\" can make others feel seen, valued, and supported. 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Thank you for investing in learning experiences that will inspire civic responsibility and help shape the next generation of engaged Nevada students.","fullyFundedDate":1768397091751,"projectUrl":"project/future-citizens-in-the-making/9841503/","projectTitle":"Future Citizens in the Making","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8130420_orig.png?crop=600,600,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755602161827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amandagreen"},{"teacherId":1756550,"projectId":9999690,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of our classroom. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to engaging novels that we can experience together as a class community.\r\n\r\nThis project has made a meaningful difference in their learning. 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Shirley Barber Elementary School is
a suburban public school
in Las Vegas, Nevada that is part of Clark County School District.
It serves 784 students
in grades Pre-K - 5.
Its teachers have had 325 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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63%
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Shirley Barber Elementary School
$154,520
raised using DonorsChoose
325
projects
funded
69
teachers
funded
398
donors
47
projects
for
basic supplies
64
projects for
technology
56
projects for
books
26
projects
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art supplies
Shirley Barber Elementary School has received support from
212 individuals from Nevada and
186 individuals out-of-state.