{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wayne N Tanaka Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":45.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10433982,"projectId":10568928,"letterContent":"My students have been having so much fun using all of the new supplies especially the new Pop the Pig game during occupational therapy sessions! What looks like a simple game has become a wonderful way for our students to practice important skills in a fun and motivating way. Students are working on fine-motor skills as they press and manipulate the game pieces, as well as hand strength, coordination, and motor planning. The game also provides opportunities to practice following directions, counting, taking turns, and participating in a structured activity.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw Pop the Pig, they were immediately excited and eager to play. Their excitement made it much easier to encourage participation and practice skills that can sometimes feel challenging. These moments have created meaningful opportunities to work on social skills, patience, emotional regulation, and positive peer interactions.\r\n\r\nAs we continue using all of the supplies donated for our OT sessions, students will build on their skills. We are so grateful to our donors for providing a resource that allows our students to learn, practice, and grow while having fun. Your generosity is helping us make therapy engaging and meaningful for every student!","fullyFundedDate":1788465877676,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-through-ot/10568928/","projectTitle":"Empowering Students Through OT","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10433982_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y62&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788495777529","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10433982"},{"teacherId":7261262,"projectId":10506519,"letterContent":"This project has given my students opportunities to learn STEM concepts in ways that are hands-on, creative, and meaningful. Instead of only learning about technology and science through a screen or textbook, students are able to design, build, experiment, test, and see the results of their work. The technology and materials have helped make my computer classroom a place where students can become creators, problem-solvers, engineers, and scientists.\r\n\r\nThe 3D printer has been especially exciting for students because they can take an idea from their imagination and turn it into a physical object they can hold. Students learn how to use digital design tools, think about measurements and shapes, and understand how their designs need to be created before they can be printed. They experience the engineering design process by designing, printing, testing, identifying problems, making changes, and trying again. This teaches students that mistakes are not failures; they are opportunities to improve a design. The Kingroon PLA and JAYO Silk Rainbow PLA filament give students the materials needed to bring their creations to life while allowing them to explore color, design, and creativity.\r\n\r\nThe science materials have also created excitement and curiosity. The Steve Spangler Geyser Tube Event Pack and Mentos allow students to participate in an experiment rather than simply watching a demonstration. Students make predictions, observe what happens, discuss results, and think about why the reaction occurred. These experiences encourage students to ask questions and become curious about how and why things work.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding parts of this project has been seeing students who may not always consider themselves \"technology students\" become excited about STEM. Students who enjoy drawing and creating can use the 3D printer to turn their artwork and ideas into objects. Students who enjoy building can think like engineers and test different solutions. Students who are naturally curious can use the science experiments to make predictions and investigate the results. Working together also gives students opportunities to practice communication, collaboration, patience, and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nThe technology is helping students understand that computers are not just tools for playing games or completing assignments. Computers can be used to design, invent, create, solve problems, and prepare students for future careers. Students are beginning to see themselves as capable creators of technology rather than simply consumers of it.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these materials have helped create memorable learning experiences. When students see their own design successfully printed or watch a science experiment produce an unexpected result, their excitement is immediate. They want to know what they can create next, what they can change, and what will happen if they try something different. This curiosity and willingness to experiment are exactly the skills I want my students to carry with them beyond my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1788407391857,"projectUrl":"project/computer-lab-supply-refill/10506519/","projectTitle":"Computer Lab Supply Refill","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Goffstein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7261262_orig.jpg?crop=920,920,x6,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1591909574959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrgoffstein"},{"teacherId":1026454,"projectId":10369006,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our fifth-grade math classroom! The dry-erase pocket charts and colored paper have quickly become valuable tools that help my students participate, practice new skills, and communicate their mathematical thinking with confidence.\r\nDuring math lessons, students use the dry-erase pocket charts to solve problems, show their work, and easily make corrections as their understanding grows. The colored paper also gives me a quick way to check student understanding. Students can use different colors to communicate whether they feel confident with a skill or still need additional support. This allows me to immediately identify students who are ready to move forward and those who would benefit from reteaching or a small-group check-in.\r\nThese materials have made our math lessons more interactive and student-centered. Instead of being afraid to make a mistake on paper, students can try a strategy, erase, revise, and try again. They are becoming more comfortable sharing their thinking and learning that mistakes are an important part of becoming stronger mathematicians.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a classroom where students can actively participate and where I can respond to their learning needs in the moment. Thank you for investing in my students and giving them tools that help build both their mathematical understanding and their confidence!","fullyFundedDate":1785341169593,"projectUrl":"project/building-confidence-one-problem-at-a-tim/10369006/","projectTitle":"Building Confidence One Problem at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1026454_orig.jpg?crop=484,484,x0,y41&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777185596919","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-kthill"},{"teacherId":8109340,"projectId":10025346,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations. The iPad has been a valuable asset to our small groups. We have been able to use it for \"another look\" videos in math. I can quickly show how to use the digital math manipulatives when they have hands on manipulatives in front of them. \r\n\r\nIt has also been very beneficial with an ELL student. Google Translate has been helpful when showing him a test in both English and Spanish to make those connections with word problems. I also used it at the beginning of last year to communicate with a new student from Puerto Rico.","fullyFundedDate":1768672218575,"projectUrl":"project/small-tools-big-impact-in-our-third-gra/10025346/","projectTitle":"Small Tools, Big Impact in Our Third Grade Math Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Raines","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8109340"},{"teacherId":1748480,"projectId":8644185,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in funding our project, \"Starting the Day with STEM Bin Activities\"! When the boxes arrived in our classroom, my students were absolutely thrilled. Their eyes lit up as we opened the packages together, and they could not wait to start exploring the new STEM bins during our morning routine.\r\n\r\nThese resources have completely transformed how we start our school day. Instead of quiet, individual seatwork, my students now dive into hands-on building, problem-solving, and creative thinking the moment they walk through the door. Working in small groups, they collaborate to design structures, test solutions, and share their ideas with peers. One memorable moment was watching a student who usually struggles with morning transitions become fully absorbed in building a working bridge model—their face lit up with pride as they explained their design to the class. Moving forward, we will be integrating these STEM challenges into our science and math lessons to deepen their engineering and critical thinking skills. Thank you for giving my students such an inspiring start to their learning each day!","fullyFundedDate":1731507473148,"projectUrl":"project/starting-the-day-with-stem-bin-activitie/8644185/","projectTitle":"Starting the Day with STEM Bin Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1748480"},{"teacherId":1748480,"projectId":7995879,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in funding our \"Fun Phonics\" project! When the boxes arrived in our classroom, my second graders were filled with joy and excitement. They couldn't wait to open the packages and start using our new phonics resources right away. Having hands-on materials has transformed our daily reading routines and made learning to decode words engaging and interactive.\r\n\r\nWe use these phonics materials daily during our small-group guided reading centers and independent practice time. Students are actively building words, practicing sound-letter relationships, and applying their new skills to reading passages. One memorable moment was watching a student who previously struggled with blending sounds proudly decode a multi-syllable word entirely on their own using our new tools—their face lit up with confidence! Moving forward, my students will continue using these foundational skills to transition into reading fluency and writing complete sentences. Thank you for making a lasting impact on our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1699022125738,"projectUrl":"project/fun-phonics/7995879/","projectTitle":"Fun Phonics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1748480"},{"teacherId":6582131,"projectId":10275712,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"The Great Printer Rescue: Restoring Our Vital Resources.\" While technology at home often means reading on screens, having a reliable printer in our classroom bridges the gap between digital work and hands-on learning. It allows my students to transform their online research, typed essays, and interactive science diagrams into physical portfolios they can highlight, edit by hand, and take home to share with family. The instant feedback of holding a finished project right after creating it has brought incredible energy to our room, making their student-authored stories and visual maps feel like \"real\" published work.\r\n\r\nWith sincere gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1784829194174,"projectUrl":"project/the-great-printer-rescue-restoring-our/10275712/","projectTitle":"The Great Printer Rescue: Restoring Our Vital Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Adams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6582131_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786210830663","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-adamsnvtanaka"},{"teacherId":9803540,"projectId":10030766,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our K–2 autism classroom! Your generosity has helped make learning more engaging and meaningful for my students.\r\n\r\nThe new resources are being used daily during our reading, math, and independent work centers. My students were excited to explore the materials, and I have already seen increased participation, confidence, and independence as they complete hands-on activities.\r\n\r\nAs we begin the new school year, these resources will continue to support individualized instruction and help my students build essential academic and communication skills. Thank you for making a lasting difference in our classroom. Your kindness is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1778032689566,"projectUrl":"project/learning-comes-alive-with-interactive-bo/10030766/","projectTitle":"Learning Comes Alive with Interactive Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gagalac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9803540"},{"teacherId":7261262,"projectId":10212359,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom by providing filament for our 3D printer. Your generosity has given our students the opportunity to bring their ideas to life in ways that simply wouldn't be possible without the materials needed to print their designs.\r\n\r\nWith a steady supply of filament, students have been able to design, test, and create their own projects while developing valuable STEM skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and engineering design. One of the most exciting parts for students is watching a digital idea become a real object they can hold in their hands. This hands-on experience has increased engagement and inspired many students who learn best by creating and experimenting.\r\n\r\nYour support has encouraged students to take on more challenging projects, work collaboratively, and gain confidence as they learn from both their successes and mistakes. Every spool of filament represents countless learning opportunities, and we are truly grateful for your investment in our classroom. Thank you for helping our students explore, innovate, and discover what they are capable of achieving.","fullyFundedDate":1779910994492,"projectUrl":"project/stem-3d-printing/10212359/","projectTitle":"Stem 3d Printing","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Goffstein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7261262_orig.jpg?crop=920,920,x6,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1591909574959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrgoffstein"},{"teacherId":1387880,"projectId":10227779,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Pre-K classroom! Your donation has brought so much excitement and encouragement to my students each day.\r\n\r\nThe stickers have become a wonderful tool for motivating learning, celebrating achievements, and reinforcing positive behavior. They are also helping students strengthen fine motor skills while practicing letters, numbers, patterns, and other early learning concepts in fun, hands-on ways.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a joyful classroom where every child feels proud of their accomplishments and excited to learn. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in the lives of my young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1778041274130,"projectUrl":"project/stickers-stickers-stickers-/10227779/","projectTitle":"Stickers, Stickers, Stickers !!!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thomas' Pre-K Class","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1387880_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673303939036","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pre-kcthomas"},{"teacherId":1387880,"projectId":10097678,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Pre-K classroom! Your generosity has helped create a fun and organized art center where my students can explore, create, and express themselves every day.\r\n\r\nThe art drying rack, paint cups, and quality art paper have encouraged independence, creativity, and confidence while helping students develop fine motor, early writing, and problem-solving skills. My students are so proud of their artwork, and they love having the tools to bring their ideas to life.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a lasting difference in our classroom and for investing in our young learners!","fullyFundedDate":1778116400301,"projectUrl":"project/drying-art/10097678/","projectTitle":"Drying Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thomas' Pre-K Class","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1387880_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673303939036","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pre-kcthomas"},{"teacherId":9353923,"projectId":10139920,"letterContent":"Thank you for making this project possible! My students were thrilled when they saw the new treasure box filled with exciting prizes. From fidget toys and pull-back cars to individually wrapped treats, every item quickly became something they looked forward to earning. The excitement was contagious, and students immediately began encouraging one another to make positive choices, stay focused, and work hard toward their goals.\r\n\r\nWe used these rewards as part of our classroom incentive system to recognize perseverance, kindness, responsibility, and academic growth. Students earn opportunities to choose a prize by demonstrating positive behavior, meeting personal learning goals, participating in class discussions, and showing resilience when learning becomes challenging. It has been wonderful to see how these simple rewards have increased motivation while helping create a classroom culture where effort is celebrated and every student feels valued.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has done so much more than provide prizes—it has helped build confidence, strengthen our classroom community, and inspire students to continue giving their best each day. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where learning, perseverance, and success are celebrated every day.","fullyFundedDate":1773880690980,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-effort-with-classroom-treasu/10139920/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Effort With Classroom Treasure Box Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Forchione","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9353923_orig.jpg?crop=3200,3200,x0,y117&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699241910910","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9353923"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_75247","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":653,"numTeachers":46,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":22,"percentWhite":17,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":31,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":2,"percentMultiracialImputed":14,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":54.7,"schoolId":75247,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Wayne N Tanaka Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Wayne N Tanaka Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/wayne-tanaka-elementary-school/75247"}