{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Vegas Verdes Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":53.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3784893,"projectId":9334495,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our robot technology project. Because of your support, we are powered up and rolling again! Each time I tell the students that we're working with robots, the room erupts in cheers of excitement. The new robots have allowed our classroom to continue to be a place of collaboration, communication, and creativity as students work together to solve puzzles, navigate obstacles, and maneuver their creations with pride and determination.\r\n\r\nOne of the greatest compliments I've received came from a fellow teacher who shared that my students say, \"We don't learn in Mrs. Richardson's class, we play.\" What they don't realize is how much math, critical thinking, and perseverance they're developing through that \"play.\" The soundtrack of our classroom—filled with cheers, applause, and laughter—is all thanks to you. Your donation has given my students the opportunity to learn in the most joyful, hands-on way possible, and I am deeply grateful for your support in making these moments happen.","fullyFundedDate":1746888005480,"projectUrl":"project/power-up-learning-revive-our-dash-robot/9334495/","projectTitle":"Power Up Learning: Revive Our Dash Robots!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arman-Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3784893_orig.jpg?crop=429,429,x38,y44&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700103612718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3784893"},{"teacherId":8108928,"projectId":9408146,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing these materials for my students! \r\nBeyond the excitement, their use of the categorizing crayon holders has been helpful in so many ways. As a tray, the crayons can easily be moved to whatever table students need them. Individually, students can share requested colors. It took time for all students to categorize the colors on a regular basis, but now it is part of the clean-up routine. Students even redistribute colors between the trays if they see one tray has too few. \r\nOnce the light covers were hung, the excitement and fascination were palpable. I regulary refer to them whenever the reading describes a season, even as reference in the setting. We also use them when forming groups for activities. One of my favorite moments was when students gathered food from the dramatic play area, taking it under the autumn light cover, saying they wanted to have a picnic. When asked why they choose the autumn season, they replied, \"So we can feel cooler and watch the leaves fall.\" These covers have helped my students understand seasons in an engaging way. \r\nThank you for making these ongoing experiences and learning happen!","fullyFundedDate":1754216339475,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-students-and-their-success/9408146/","projectTitle":"Supporting Students and Their Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tratos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8108928"},{"teacherId":8486354,"projectId":8001030,"letterContent":"I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone that contributed to my classroom wishlist. Your generous donations have already made a huge difference for my students, and will continue to benefit future learners for years to come.\r\n\r\nThe cozy flagship carpet is where students can sit comfortably during group reading, peer interactions, and calming activities. It's already a favorite spot! The astrobrights colored paper that adds excitement to every assignment — from visual supports to creative projects. My students light up when they see their work on these vibrant pages! We now have sturdy book and binder holders that have helped us organize our library beautifully, making it easier for students to access books and materials independently. My students love to work with the Do-a-Dot art markers. These markers spark creativity and provide a sensory-friendly way to express emotions and ideas; a big win for emotional and fine motor development.\r\n\r\nStudent love to use the sensory season tubes which are now a calming part of our classroom. These have been an amazing tool for students who need a moment to reset or self-regulate. Bulk highlighters and reading strips that support our literacy time by helping students track text, build focus, and feel more confident as readers. Additionally the pencil grips help to make writing easier and more comfortable, especially for students working on fine motor skills and hand strength.\r\n\r\nEach of these items has already played a role in helping my students grow — emotionally, academically, and socially. It means the world to see them thrive in a space where they feel supported, safe, and engaged.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a part of their journey. Your kindness continues to make a lasting impact — not just on this year's students, but on many future learners to come. We are truly, deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1699236710996,"projectUrl":"project/our-growing-bunch/8001030/","projectTitle":"Our Growing Bunch","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8486354_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757424148348","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8486354"},{"teacherId":995876,"projectId":8500960,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for helping us fund our project. Since Covid we are seeing distrubing trends such as reading regression, a lack of phonics and phoenmic awareness, a lack of interest, not having quiet time to read in their classrooms, not having time to build reading stamina, and just not having the patience to read high level novels. Since I'm the librarian, I have the honor of displaying books ontop of our shelves and placing them in books bins as students read or look at books while they're waiting to check out. \r\nAs the librarian, I see 600 students and their interests vary. Many will only choose one type of book like Dogman, Baby Sitters Club (Graphic Novels), the Creepy Carrot books, etc. That being said, I will promote books and students will enjoy checking them out afterwards. While the books I choose is not their first choices, It's very important to me that I broaden their reading choices in order for them to learn about other members of their community. Your generosity is a blessing as I strive to put rich diverse literature into my students hands. Thank you again for helping me do this!","fullyFundedDate":1728312613064,"projectUrl":"project/2024-multicultural-books/8500960/","projectTitle":"2024 Multicultural Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Katz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp995876_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1464627944703","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/995876"},{"teacherId":9569592,"projectId":8890558,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for your generous donation to my \"Investing in Emotional Health\" project. Thanks to your support, we've been able to use the materials in meaningful ways that are already making a huge impact on our students.\r\n\r\nThe resources you've provided have helped students build a deeper understanding of their emotions, offering them valuable tools for managing stress, practicing mindfulness, and fostering empathy. It's been incredible to see how they've embraced these materials and are actively using them to enhance their emotional well-being.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has not only supported their academic growth but also their personal development. I can already see the positive changes in their confidence, communication, and resilience. This would not have been possible without your generosity, and I am truly grateful for your belief in this initiative.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and support. Your donation is making a real difference in the lives of these students, and I can't wait to see how it continues to benefit them in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1729710226980,"projectUrl":"project/investing-in-emotional-health/8890558/","projectTitle":"Investing in Emotional Health","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Olivas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9569592_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741287157186","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9569592"},{"teacherId":8486354,"projectId":6495937,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. My students have benefited from all of the resources donated. The flexible seating and resources continues to allow my students to learn in a safe and comfortable environment that targets their needs as learners. \r\n\r\nThe additional resources received allows provides students to access curriculum and provides support for their learning styles. My students are extremely excited to use the items as well and I am excited to see them grow. We are all so thankful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1659459463027,"projectUrl":"project/creative-learning-and-flexible-seating/6495937/","projectTitle":"Creative Learning and Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8486354_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757424148348","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8486354"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82995","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":710,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":12,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":73,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":46.9,"schoolId":82995,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Vegas Verdes Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Vegas Verdes Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/vegas-verdes-elementary-school/82995"}