{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Twin Lakes Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":56.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9472160,"projectId":10008556,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and I am so excited to share how these new resources are already impacting my students. We have been using them daily during both independent work time and small group instruction. One of my favorite moments happened during a recent lesson when students were working in groups to solve a hands-on activity—every child was engaged, collaborating, and excited to participate. The materials have helped create a more interactive and supportive learning environment where students feel confident trying new things and sharing their ideas.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their reactions were priceless. 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The materials have helped create a more interactive and supportive learning environment where students feel confident trying new things and sharing their ideas.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their reactions were priceless. There was an immediate buzz of excitement, and many couldn't wait to jump in and start exploring. For some of my students, having access to these tools has made learning feel more accessible and enjoyable. It has truly increased their motivation and helped them stay focused for longer periods of time.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue to use these resources to support our current lessons and build on the skills we are developing. My goal is to incorporate them into even more collaborative projects and hands-on learning opportunities so students can deepen their understanding while working together. Thank you again for investing in our classroom—your support is helping create meaningful learning experiences that my students will carry with them beyond this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1723702851659,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-teacher/8459944/","projectTitle":"First Year Teacher!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maynor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9472160"},{"teacherId":10402601,"projectId":10011740,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has truly transformed into a more calm, organized, and positive learning space. My students were so excited when they first saw the new rug and treasure box items. They immediately noticed their own designated spots on the carpet, which has helped them feel a sense of belonging and responsibility during our whole-group lessons. Transitions have become smoother, and students are more focused and engaged during instruction.\r\n\r\nThe treasure box has made a meaningful impact on student motivation and behavior. My students are working hard to show kindness, follow directions, and put forth their best effort because they feel proud when their positive choices are recognized. It has created a classroom culture where students celebrate one another and feel encouraged to keep growing. \r\n\r\nThanks to your support, my students are learning not only academic skills but also important social-emotional skills like responsibility, self-control, and kindness. Your generosity has helped create a space where students feel safe, supported, and excited to learn every day. We are so grateful for your kindness and for believing in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768678410322,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calm-and-focused-first-grade/10011740/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calm and Focused First Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arguelles Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402601"},{"teacherId":10401735,"projectId":10007700,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom. When my first graders first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They were especially eager to explore the whisper phones and math tools, and many students could not wait to try them during our reading and math time. The treasure box and birthday supplies also brought so much joy, helping students feel celebrated and proud of their efforts and special milestones.\r\n\r\nWe are using the new resources every single day in meaningful ways. During reading time, students use whisper phones to practice reading aloud to themselves, which has helped them hear their own voices and improve their fluency and confidence. In math, students use the new tools to build numbers, solve addition and subtraction problems, and work together to understand concepts in a hands-on way. One memorable moment was watching students eagerly share their math strategies with partners while using the manipulatives—it made learning feel fun and engaging for everyone.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students are continuing to grow as confident readers and mathematicians. Our next steps include using these tools during small group lessons and centers to strengthen skills and build independence. The treasure box and birthday items will continue to motivate students to try their best and celebrate their growth throughout the year. Your kindness has created lasting excitement and opportunity in our classroom, and we are truly grateful for your generosity and belief in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768774353313,"projectUrl":"project/building-focus-and-positivity-in-our-fir/10007700/","projectTitle":"Building focus and positivity in our first grade classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torres-Jimenez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401735"},{"teacherId":4822411,"projectId":9992475,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donations. Our students have been loving these books and are so excited to check out and read these new books.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and kindness. Improving our students' reading skills is a top priority for us. Our learning goals thrive when our students have access to a diverse collection of quality literature and your donations have helped this goal.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving us this opportunity for our students. We truly appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1768429971521,"projectUrl":"project/quality-literature/9992475/","projectTitle":"Quality Literature","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reeder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4822411_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550785756292","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/reederlibrary"},{"teacherId":7482507,"projectId":10005733,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! Our classroom is now full of fun and useful things like flexible seating, hands-on math tools, colorful markers, notebooks, and new books the kids are actually excited to read every day. It's made our room feel more comfortable and engaging. \r\nAnother huge difference is that we now have enough materials for everyone, so students don't have to share or wait their turn. This has made our classroom run so much more smoothly and efficiently. It's also helped students become more independent, they can grab what they need, get started right away, and stay focused on their learning without interruption or waiting.","fullyFundedDate":1768257307890,"projectUrl":"project/everyday-supplies-for-big-classroom-succ/10005733/","projectTitle":"Everyday Supplies for Big Classroom Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7482507_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598403662932","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7482507"},{"teacherId":9324101,"projectId":9968607,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! We have been loving our new materials and using them every day during our literacy centers. One of our favorite moments was using the CVC stamps to practice building CVC words and our beginning, middle, and ending sounds then writing and drawing them. It has been so fun to watch students grow more confident with their reading and writing!\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were SO excited. They couldn't wait to use the stamps and games, and even my more hesitant learners were eager to join in.\r\n\r\nNext, we are working on creating our own simple CVC books using the paper, crayons, and pencils. Students will write and illustrate their own words to share with the class!\r\n\r\nThank you again for making learning fun and engaging for my students—we truly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1768152208577,"projectUrl":"project/foundations-first-math-literacy-and-f/9968607/","projectTitle":"Foundations First: Math, Literacy, and Fine Motor Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beckstrom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9324101_orig.jpg?crop=2174,2174,x440,y290&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1717889369576","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9324101"},{"teacherId":6270686,"projectId":9998735,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our classroom. Because of your support, our learning environment has been completely transformed into a more flexible, organized, and mobile space.\r\nThe lap desks have become an instant favorite. One of my students, who often struggled to stay focused at a traditional desk, spent the entire literacy block tucked into a cozy corner with their lap desk, completely absorbed in their writing. It was a beautiful moment of seeing a student finally feel \"at home\" while working.\r\nOur new photo backdrop stand has found a clever second life as a sturdy display for our daily anchor charts. Instead of taping charts to the walls where they are hard to see, I can now move the stand right to the center of our rug. During math today, students were able to refer directly to our \"Problem Solving Steps\" chart at eye level, which built so much confidence during their independent work.\r\nThe collapsible milk crates have streamlined our transitions, keeping our shared materials organized and easy to reach, while the clipboards with pen holders have been a total game-changer. Just yesterday, the weather was beautiful, and we were able to take our science observations outside. Because of the clipboards, every student had a sturdy surface to record their data—and no one lost their pen in the grass!\r\nYour sincerity and belief in our classroom mean the world to us. These aren't just \"supplies\"—they are tools that empower my students to choose how they learn best. Thank you for making this possible and for investing in our daily joy and success.","fullyFundedDate":1768157916821,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-learning-organization-comfor/9998735/","projectTitle":"Tools for Learning: Organization, Comfort, and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Q","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6270686_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y424&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707874943361","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6270686"},{"teacherId":10407266,"projectId":10030373,"letterContent":"Our class has loved using the new materials! The lap desks give students a comfy space to work anywhere, and the manipulatives make math hands-on and fun. One of my favorite moments was seeing students excitedly share their thinking with each other while using the tools.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the students were so excited—lots of smiles and \"Can we use this now?!\" The pencil grips were especially helpful, and many students noticed right away how much easier writing felt.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll keep using these tools during math and writing time to build skills and confidence. Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping make learning fun and engaging!","fullyFundedDate":1768691208310,"projectUrl":"project/where-little-hands-build-big-learning/10030373/","projectTitle":"Where Little Hands Build Big Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gainey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10407266"},{"teacherId":9008075,"projectId":10008032,"letterContent":"Thank you again for supporting our kindergarten classroom. When the materials arrived, my students were so excited to explore them. The art supplies quickly became a favorite during our creative centers, and the literacy games have helped students practice building words and reading in a fun, hands-on way. My students love choosing activities that help them learn while also giving them the confidence to try new things.\r\n\r\nThe laminating pouches and paper cutter have allowed me to create durable learning materials that we can use throughout the year for reading, writing, and small-group activities. These tools help keep our classroom organized and make it easier for students to engage with materials independently. Even simple items like tissues and sanitizer help keep our classroom healthy so students can focus on learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students now have a classroom filled with resources that support creativity, early literacy, and collaboration. Your support has made a real difference in our daily learning, and my students are truly grateful for the opportunities these materials provide.","fullyFundedDate":1768187401140,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-supplies-for-growing-minds/10008032/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Supplies for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meraz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9008075_orig.jpg?crop=2509,2509,x302,y423&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685029730609","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9008075"},{"teacherId":9880750,"projectId":10032100,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students are already putting our new materials to great use! The CVC games have become a favorite during our literacy centers. Students are practicing building and reading simple words using magnets and laminated game boards, which allows them to manipulate letters and learn through hands-on exploration. One special moment was watching a student who has been struggling with reading proudly build and read the word cat independently for the first time. The excitement and confidence on their face said it all!\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their reactions were priceless. They were immediately engaged and eager to try the games. The magnetic letters and colorful laminated activities made learning feel like play, and I heard so many students say, \"Can we do this again?\" Their enthusiasm has increased participation and kept them motivated during our phonics time.\r\nThese resources are also helping us build a more organized and long-lasting classroom. The paper and laminating sheets allow me to create durable materials that we can use throughout the year for small groups, centers, and differentiated instruction.\r\nNext, we will continue using these materials to strengthen our phonics skills as we move from simple CVC words to blending and reading short sentences. Students will be working on building word families, practicing spelling, and applying their skills during guided reading and writing activities.\r\nThank you for giving my students engaging, hands-on tools that make learning meaningful and fun. Your support is helping build confident, excited readers in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768746086703,"projectUrl":"project/tools-that-make-learning-stick/10032100/","projectTitle":"Tools That Make Learning Stick","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jaramillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9880750"},{"teacherId":7512277,"projectId":9496770,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and for providing hygiene supplies for our students. Items such as toothbrushes and deodorant may seem simple, but they make a meaningful difference in our students' daily lives and overall well-being.\r\n\r\nWhen the students received the materials, they were grateful and genuinely appreciative. Having access to these essentials helps promote confidence, comfort, and readiness to learn, which directly impacts their success in the classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students are better equipped to focus on learning without added worries. We are truly thankful for your support and for the care you have shown toward our classroom and school community.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\nDanielle","fullyFundedDate":1758289537589,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-and-freshness-for-learning/9496770/","projectTitle":"Fuel and Freshness for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vigil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7512277_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601967205394","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-dvigil"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82990","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":523,"numTeachers":31,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":81,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":43.8,"schoolId":82990,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Twin Lakes Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Twin Lakes Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/twin-lakes-elementary-school/82990"}