{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Vegas Verdes Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":52.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10405956,"projectId":10027764,"letterContent":"When I first saw that people had given to my project, I was thrilled because it meant I could get the activities I needed to engage students in learning to read. My students were so excited to get the new games and activities. Their faces lit up when I opened the packages and showed them the new things they were going to use to support their reading.\r\n\r\n I use some of the activities in my small groups and have the students use the other games when they work in their centers with their peers. These new items make learning to read fun for my students. They are always so proud when they can read new words in these activities.\r\n\r\nSince we got most of the order in February and started using the items right away, the students' reading abilities have improved so much. I really attribute their improvement to having engaging activities to do every day. Thank you so much for funding my exciting learning centers project. You have made a difference in the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768686148335,"projectUrl":"project/exciting-learning-centers/10027764/","projectTitle":"Exciting Learning Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McArthur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10405956"},{"teacherId":5437389,"projectId":10015136,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your incredible generosity. In a Title 1 Reading Center, we know that students can't focus on phonics or fluency if they are thinking about an empty stomach. By providing snacks, engaging new books, and exciting incentives, you have helped expand a Reading Center that supports the whole child. My K-5 students are now more motivated than ever to reach their reading goals, knowing there is a special reward and a snack waiting for them. You've helped make our Reading Center a place where they feel seen, fed, and inspired.\"","fullyFundedDate":1768505205255,"projectUrl":"project/every-book-a-brighter-future/10015136/","projectTitle":"Every Book a Brighter Future","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-aliciarivera"},{"teacherId":9276933,"projectId":10004447,"letterContent":"All the new materials that was given to our classroom has made such a huge impact in our classroom. The new magnetic toys, and Legos are something my students have to look forward to once they complete a rigorous task or used as a reward at the end of the week. The students are excited to build and create new things. They are creating a good classroom community building, strong teamwork, skills, and collaboration. My students want to say a huge, thank you to those who donated to our classroom. We appreciate the donations and look forward to more future opportunities with Donors Choose.","fullyFundedDate":1768298052772,"projectUrl":"project/for-my-2nd-grade-vikings/10004447/","projectTitle":"For My 2nd Grade Vikings!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9276933_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768093751405","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9276933"},{"teacherId":10402374,"projectId":10010671,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into an engaging and welcoming space where students are excited to learn every day. From the moment my students walked in and saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement. The themed decorations created an immersive environment that makes learning feel fun and meaningful, while the new books and classroom tools are already being used daily during reading groups, writing time, and collaborative activities. One of my favorite moments was watching students eagerly grab their own copies of our class novel and begin reading together—something that immediately built a sense of ownership and pride in their learning.\r\n\r\nThese resources have been especially impactful for my English Language Learners. Having access to consistent materials, visuals, and hands-on tools has helped them better understand lessons, participate more confidently, and connect with the content in a meaningful way. The repetition, visuals, and structured support these resources provide are helping bridge language gaps and build both academic skills and confidence. I've already seen students who were once hesitant begin to speak up, share ideas, and take risks in their learning.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these materials to deepen comprehension, strengthen reading and writing skills, and build a collaborative classroom community. Our next steps include small group discussions, project-based learning tied to our class novel, and continued language development activities to support all learners—especially our ELL students. Because of your support, my students are not only learning—they are thriving, growing, and developing a genuine love for school. Thank you for making that possible!","fullyFundedDate":1768316918247,"projectUrl":"project/small-voices-big-dreams-supporting-our/10010671/","projectTitle":"Small Voices, Big Dreams: Supporting Our Third Grade Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garganese","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402374"},{"teacherId":8402416,"projectId":10023777,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to materials that make learning more engaging, hands-on, and meaningful every day.\r\n\r\nIn our Pre-K classroom, many of my students learn best through play, movement, and visual supports. The materials you provided have already made a huge impact by helping students stay engaged, build independence, and participate more successfully in classroom activities. I have seen increased focus during lessons, more excitement about learning, and stronger interactions between peers.\r\n\r\nThese resources are especially meaningful for my students as they continue developing important skills like communication, social-emotional growth, and fine motor abilities. Having access to high-quality, engaging materials allows me to better meet each student's unique needs and create a classroom environment where all learners can thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their education. Your kindness is truly making a difference in their daily experiences and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1768707948543,"projectUrl":"project/play-explore-learn/10023777/","projectTitle":"Play, Explore, Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maggie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8402416_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649195925463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8402416"},{"teacherId":8108928,"projectId":9999105,"letterContent":"It felt like Christmas in our classroom! As the supplies and materials trickled in, my excitement was felt by the students. But their excitement was magnified each time one of the new materials was introduced and used! \r\nFrom the digital materials that allow students to practice hearing, saying, and writing letter names and sounds correctly, to the new learning center materials they engage with in pairs, the students have been thrilled. The best part is seeing how much they are learning without even realizing it! \r\nI thank you for your donation and for providing such supplies and materials to these incredible students. You've made a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1768673877707,"projectUrl":"project/learning-tools-and-supplies/9999105/","projectTitle":"Learning Tools and Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tratos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8108928"},{"teacherId":7269770,"projectId":10002256,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, my students have had the opportunity to engage in meaningful, exciting learning experiences that they will remember for a long time.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the new resources to complete a class novel study, and it has truly transformed our reading time. One special moment that stood out was during our group discussions, when students eagerly shared their thoughts, made predictions, and connected with the characters. Many of my students, even those who are usually hesitant to participate, felt confident and excited to join in. The materials helped bring the story to life and allowed us to dive deeper into understanding themes, characters, and important lessons.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their reactions were priceless. There was so much excitement and curiosity—lots of smiles, questions, and immediate engagement. They couldn't wait to get started, and that enthusiasm has continued throughout our novel study. It made them feel proud and special to know that people outside of our classroom care about their learning.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue building on this experience by expanding our novel study into writing and critical thinking projects. Students will be working on written responses, creative projects, and deeper analysis of the story's themes. These next steps will help strengthen their reading comprehension and allow them to express their ideas in new and meaningful ways.","fullyFundedDate":1768169577564,"projectUrl":"project/donate-a-chapter-grow-a-reader/10002256/","projectTitle":"Donate a Chapter, Grow a Reader","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lauer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7269770_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630427520612","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7269770"},{"teacherId":9354651,"projectId":10032717,"letterContent":"Thank you for all of the supplies to help my students. Having an \"Art\" room takes a lot of upkeep with inventory. Most materials are consumable, so it is important to have asd many different materials to work with as possible. From paint, markers, organizational equipment, and paper, your donations have helped my students grow and learn through creatively creating visual art projects. Thank you so much for your contributions, as these materials will have a long-lasting impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768714372051,"projectUrl":"project/art-room-materials/10032717/","projectTitle":"Art Room Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sumlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9354651"},{"teacherId":8503624,"projectId":10033273,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our 4th grade classroom. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to an iPad that will open up new and exciting opportunities for learning, creativity, and exploration. This technology will help us bring lessons to life, provide individualized support, and engage students in ways that truly make a difference.\r\n\r\nYour contributions also made it possible to provide meaningful incentives for our students. As a Title 1 school, many of our children face economic challenges, and these incentives play an important role in encouraging effort, celebrating progress, and building confidence. They remind our students that their hard work matters and that they are supported by a community that believes in them.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is more than just a donation, it is an investment in our students' futures. Thank you for helping us create a positive, engaging, and supportive learning environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768712062152,"projectUrl":"project/essential-items-for-my-4th-grade-class/10033273/","projectTitle":"Essential Items for My 4th Grade Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wolf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8503624"},{"teacherId":2360861,"projectId":9997936,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your donation, our 2nd graders here at Vegas Verdes Elementary now have access to a color printer, colored paper, cutting tools, and a paper organizer that have truly transformed our writing experience. These tools have made each step of the writing process more engaging, especially with the addition of technology. Students loved typing their animal research projects on Canva and publishing their final pieces during our \"Golden Step,\" where they chose a photo to print in color alongside their writing. This made them feel like real authors and increased their excitement and pride in their work. Some students even shared how much they loved seeing their assessments printed in color for the first time!\r\n\r\nIn addition, students have enjoyed colorful anchor charts, bulletin boards, and having their materials neatly organized in the paper organizer, which has helped them stay focused and independent. Displaying their published work has built confidence and motivation, and we are now able to save these pieces in memory books that show their growth throughout the year. Your support has inspired creativity, encouraged the use of technology in our classroom, and helped my students see themselves as proud, capable writers. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1768152927018,"projectUrl":"project/little-writers-big-stories-bright-col/9997936/","projectTitle":"“Little Writers, Big Stories, Bright Colors”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mulvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2360861_orig.jpg?crop=1441,1441,x149,y216&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747804581846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-mulvey"},{"teacherId":7603343,"projectId":9990575,"letterContent":"The array of activities and games that were in the donated package have made such a difference. My students are super engaged with their learning, excited to finish their work so they can pick a game, and ready to collaborate with one another. The centers and activities brought so much joy and excitement into the room. The other teachers that I work with me also wanted to get similar materials for their own classrooms. It inspired a group of educators to make changes to their teaching style to work choice or orientation and fun. Thank you for making a learning meeting for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768067746927,"projectUrl":"project/exciting-centers/9990575/","projectTitle":"Exciting Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fitzpatrick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7603343"},{"teacherId":8118165,"projectId":10001361,"letterContent":"My students have enjoyed the donated classroom supplies and learning activities. \r\nThey are able to use their whisper phones to improve their reading and writing, without disturbing their neighbor. They use the flexible seating to work on staying engaged. They use their stem manipulatives to foster creativity and problem solving. And I am able to use my organizers to be prepared each day and stay organized with my teaching resources. We are all very grateful to have the opportunity to utilize Donors Choose and we are blessed to have donors like all of you.","fullyFundedDate":1768168161963,"projectUrl":"project/growing-through-exploration/10001361/","projectTitle":"Growing Through Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gallagher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8118165_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753111753789","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8118165"}],"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","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":47.9,"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"}