{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Tony Alamo Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":43.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6827383,"projectId":9992550,"letterContent":"The introduction of flexible \"grey seating\" in the classroom has had a notably positive impact on both student engagement and academic performance. Students are highly motivated by the opportunity to use these seating options, which has increased participation and focus during instructional time. By providing a more comfortable and supportive learning environment, students are better able to sustain attention, regulate their behavior, and remain engaged in their work. Additionally, classroom boards and anchor charts are intentionally kept accessible throughout the entire day, allowing students to independently reference academic content, reinforce learning, and support problem-solving across subjects. As part of a resourceful approach to classroom design, older bean bags were repurposed with added foam to improve structure and comfort, extending their usability while maintaining a welcoming learning space. Together, these intentional choices have contributed to improved productivity, stronger on-task behavior, and a more positive, student-centered learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1768320053188,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/9992550/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rabago","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6827383"},{"teacherId":5050244,"projectId":9989280,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for the generous donations to our Pre-K classroom. These materials are used every day to support hands-on learning, creativity, and engagement. The clear-view bins help us keep materials organized so students can easily find and clean up their learning tools.\r\n\r\nStudents love using the Animal Kingdom Blocks, small animal figures, and imagination builders to create farms, zoos, and pretend play scenes. These activities build creativity, language, and social skills as children play and interact with one another.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic building sets and bingo wands are favorites during centers and small group time. They help students practice sorting, counting, and fine motor skills in a fun and interactive way. The number pebbles and measurement center give students opportunities to explore early math concepts like counting, comparing, and understanding how much things hold.\r\n\r\nArt materials like the washable tempera paint allow students to express themselves creatively while strengthening fine motor skills. Overall, students are highly engaged with these materials and enjoy learning through play. These resources have made a positive impact on student participation, creativity, and hands-on learning in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768073596017,"projectUrl":"project/playful-learning-tools-to-support-every/9989280/","projectTitle":"Playful Learning Tools to Support Every Pre-K Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5050244"},{"teacherId":8173131,"projectId":10028536,"letterContent":"Unfortunately, I have had to give lesson plans and instructions to a sub, as I have been out on medical leave. \r\nI know the drums are always a great hit (pun intended) with the students, they love the feeling of making sound and keeping a steady beat. \r\n\r\nSince I have no chairs because we do movement and dance often, the cushions will be a lovely help to make the learning time more comfortable. \r\n\r\nThank you for your understanding and generosity. I anticipate returning to my classroom in the near future.","fullyFundedDate":1768685299072,"projectUrl":"project/congos-and-cushions/10028536/","projectTitle":"Congos and Cushions!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cluff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8173131_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y78&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636418654193","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8173131"},{"teacherId":9354664,"projectId":9988877,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our 5th grade English Language Arts classroom. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to materials and resources that truly enrich their learning experience and inspire a deeper love of reading and writing.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, books are more than just pages—they are windows into new worlds, mirrors that reflect our own lives, and doors that open to understanding others. Your donation has allowed us to expand our classroom library with engaging, diverse, and high-interest texts that meet students where they are and encourage them to grow. Many of our students did not previously have consistent access to books they felt excited about reading. Now, they eagerly reach for stories that spark their curiosity and imagination.\r\n\r\nBeyond books, your support has also helped us provide essential learning tools that make lessons more interactive and meaningful. Whether it's practicing writing skills, participating in group discussions, or building critical thinking through reading comprehension activities, these resources help students feel more confident and capable every day.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donation goes far beyond academics. You are helping to build a classroom environment where students feel valued, supported, and motivated to succeed. When students see that people they have never met believe in them, it sends a powerful message: their education matters. That encouragement can make all the difference in how they approach challenges and pursue their goals.\r\n\r\nAlready, I have seen a noticeable increase in student engagement and enthusiasm. Students are more willing to participate, share their ideas, and take pride in their work. They are developing stronger literacy skills, but just as importantly, they are discovering the joy of learning.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, please know how deeply grateful we are. Your generosity has made a lasting impact on our classroom, and the benefits will continue to ripple through our students' educational journeys. Thank you for investing in their futures and for being a part of their story.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,\r\nA Grateful 5th Grade ELA Teacher","fullyFundedDate":1769035303530,"projectUrl":"project/5th-grade-ela/9988877/","projectTitle":"5th Grade ELA!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Leake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9354664_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752726798799","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9354664"},{"teacherId":10398648,"projectId":10011478,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in funding our classroom project. Because of your support, my students have been able to engage with literacy comprehension games that make reading interactive, meaningful, and fun. These resources have helped build essential skills like vocabulary, sequencing, and critical thinking, while also motivating even reluctant readers to participate with confidence.\r\n\r\nYour contributions also provided professional development books that have strengthened my teaching practices. With new strategies and tools, I am better equipped to support all learners and create a more responsive classroom environment. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on both my students' growth and my effectiveness as an educator. Thank you for making a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1768698502964,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-that-works-research-based-tool/10011478/","projectTitle":"Literacy That Works: Research-Based Tools for All Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Eveleigh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10398648_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768199939737","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-eveleigh"},{"teacherId":6256709,"projectId":10037125,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our preschool classroom! Because of you, our students now have access to engaging learning materials that are already making a big difference in their daily learning.\r\n\r\nOur preschoolers are just beginning their educational journey, and these materials help them build important skills like communication, early literacy, and social interaction. From hands-on manipulatives to sensory tools, every item you provided helps make learning fun, meaningful, and accessible for all students.\r\n\r\nYour donation is especially impactful because it helps us meet the diverse needs of our learners. Many of our students benefit from visual and interactive supports, which help them participate more fully and confidently in classroom activities.\r\n\r\nWe are already seeing more excitement, engagement, and smiles as students explore and learn through play. You've helped create a classroom environment where children feel supported, included, and inspired.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their future. Your kindness truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1768860958669,"projectUrl":"project/helping-little-minds-stay-ready-to-learn/10037125/","projectTitle":"Helping Little Minds Stay Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Feraro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6256709_orig.jpg?crop=1290,1290,x0,y503&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756868675442","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-feraro"},{"teacherId":8128463,"projectId":9997985,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing a classroom library refresh, that has reignited my students' enthusiasm for independent reading! Having a variety of titles of books with their very favorite characters, across a wide range of reading levels, has lit a passion for buddy and independent reading in my classroom! Not only has enthusiasm for reading exploded in my room, students' reading fluency and expression has shown great improvements. First grade is a critical year in children's' reading development and the impact these books have had on my students' reading growth is tremendous! \r\nIn addition to the invaluable addition of favorite books, the replenishment of items that support our classroom as an active, yet calm and engaging environment, have also been hugely impactful. The light covers have dimmed the harsh fluorescent lighting, and additional wobble cushions provide students the opportunity the move their active bodies, ways that are responsible, and not disruptive to the learning of their classmates. Finally, our doodle boards have been a great addition to our reading and math small groups, providing great motivation and engagement for student participation. I am tremendously grateful for your donation, which has made great impact in continuing to make learning engaging and meaningful for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1768159265141,"projectUrl":"project/lights-literacy-learning/9997985/","projectTitle":"Lights, Literacy, Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8128463_orig.jpg?crop=797,797,x27,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635906860620","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8128463"},{"teacherId":9350241,"projectId":9989324,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our legacy art project! My fifth graders were so excited to see all the new paints, markers, and materials to help them make their tiles unique and special. \r\n\r\nThis project has been a way for graduating elementary schoolers to leave a lasting mark on our school and I am so happy to be able to continue the tradition, with your help! \r\n\r\nYour support is greatly appreciated, by myself and my students, and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Thank you again for being a part of supporting fine art education!","fullyFundedDate":1768080100748,"projectUrl":"project/legacy-project/9989324/","projectTitle":"Legacy Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Paulson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9350241_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1717082276428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9350241"},{"teacherId":4644651,"projectId":9987054,"letterContent":"The students in my class have been busy working on these science activities in small groups. Many of them have begun their own curious journey diving straight into the science centers with excitement. Many of them were anxious to investigate science with hands-on supplies. Some students have even planted a terrarium and cannot wait to explore the growth of the plants in there! Others have been using the centers to learn about how a dam works and some have been keeping close track of weather patterns. Thank you so much for supporting our STEM community at our school!","fullyFundedDate":1767994028130,"projectUrl":"project/building-exploring-and-learning-with-s/9987054/","projectTitle":"Building, Exploring, and Learning with STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rossi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4644651_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502631820332","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4644651"},{"teacherId":7534187,"projectId":9989214,"letterContent":"My students have been learning through play with the materials I received from the grant. They have used kinetic sand and stamp pads for art, science, and reading standards. They have used the books to read independently with stamina. I have set up a dramatic play grocery store where students practice humanities standards, math standards, social studies standards, and health standards. The writing boards make learning sight words engaging.\r\nPlay based learning has also allowed them to practice communication skills and social skills through turn taking, discourse, and play acting. My students are excited to come to school now to see what hands on experiences they will be able to participate in each day. I have seen growth in just a short time with verbal skills and behavior.","fullyFundedDate":1768152464440,"projectUrl":"project/play-based-learning-materials/9989214/","projectTitle":"Play Based Learning Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ceja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7534187"},{"teacherId":5819543,"projectId":10010599,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project - \"Adventure Awaits on Every Page\". Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in the lives of my students.\r\nBecause of your contributions, students now have access to new reading books that have truly transformed our classroom. These books have sparked excitement and curiosity, helping students develop a stronger love for reading. I've already seen them more engaged, eager to explore new stories, and more confident in their reading abilities. In addition, their love of partner reading encourages them to help one another, and promotes discourse among the students.\r\nHaving access to a variety of books allows students to discover topics and characters they connect with, which strengthens comprehension and encourages independent learning. Your support is not just providing books—it is opening doors to imagination, knowledge, and lifelong learning.\r\nMost importantly, your generosity shows our students that there are people who believe in them and care about their success. That encouragement motivates them to keep growing and doing their best every day.\r\nOn behalf of my entire class, thank you for making this opportunity possible. We are truly grateful for your support","fullyFundedDate":1768600103579,"projectUrl":"project/adventure-awaits-on-every-page/10010599/","projectTitle":"Adventure Awaits on Every Page!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5819543"},{"teacherId":7642233,"projectId":9993556,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose! My students were beyond excited to receive the new LEGO sets, Chompsaw, and pixel art supplies. These hands-on resources are already sparking creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. The LEGO materials are helping students design and build their own creations, while the Chompsaw activities are allowing them to safely explore engineering concepts and strengthen fine motor skills. The pixel art supplies are also a huge hit, giving students a fun way to connect math, patterns, and art.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students now have opportunities to learn through exploration and creativity in ways that wouldn't have been possible otherwise. They are engaged, motivated, and eager to try new challenges every day. Your support is making a meaningful difference in our classroom and helping foster confidence, innovation, and joy in learning. Thank you again for investing in our students and helping bring these exciting learning experiences to life!","fullyFundedDate":1768099739666,"projectUrl":"project/young-engineers-in-action/9993556/","projectTitle":"Young Engineers in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McKinley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7642233_orig.jpg?crop=825,825,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605214434187","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7642233"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_72355","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":898,"numTeachers":57,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":24,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":15,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":28,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":57.0,"schoolId":72355,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Tony Alamo Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Tony Alamo Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/tony-alamo-elementary-school/72355"}