{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"William E Snyder Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":45.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":376400,"projectId":9989446,"letterContent":"The new resources have quickly become an integral part of our classroom environment, enhancing both our instructional practices and the visual presentation of student learning. We have been using the cutting machine to design and create titles for our bulletin boards, giving our displays a polished and engaging look that truly celebrates student work. For our hallway garden display, students helped select and cut out flower shapes that brought our theme to life in a vibrant and cohesive way. Beyond teacher-created materials, students have also taken ownership by choosing and cutting out letters they want to use for signs, labels, and personal projects. This has added an authentic literacy component, as they think intentionally about letter formation, spacing, and word creation. The process of selecting shapes on the computer and watching them come to life through the cutting machine has connected technology, art, and literacy in a meaningful and exciting way.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reaction was immediate curiosity and excitement. Many commented on how \"pretty\" everything looked, noticing the bright paper options and the sleek design of the machine. At first, they were unsure how it worked, but once I modeled how we choose a shape on the computer and send it to be cut, their interest grew exponentially. Suddenly, every student wanted a turn to select a design. They were fascinated by the connection between the digital choices they made and the physical shapes that appeared moments later. This experience not only sparked engagement but also introduced them to basic technology skills, such as navigating simple software options and understanding sequencing. The anticipation of seeing their chosen shape cut out built excitement and pride, especially when they were able to use their letters or shapes in a real classroom display. What began as simple curiosity quickly transformed into purposeful participation.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to expand creative opportunities in our classroom. Our next project involves using the Cameo Silhouette machine to create paper flowers and other plant shapes for upcoming art projects. Students will design layered flowers, leaves, and stems that they can assemble and decorate, integrating fine motor practice with artistic expression. Additionally, we plan to create reusable stencils that students can incorporate into painting and mixed-media art activities. By making our own stencils, students will see how tools can be created to support further creativity, reinforcing problem-solving and design thinking skills. These next steps will deepen their understanding of how technology can support artistic expression while continuing to build independence and confidence. The new resources have not only elevated the aesthetic quality of our classroom but have also strengthened student voice, creativity, and engagement in meaningful, hands-on learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1768092304509,"projectUrl":"project/cutting-into-creativity-a-cutting-machi/9989446/","projectTitle":"Cutting Into Creativity: a Cutting Machine for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp376400_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538921640095","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-conchos"},{"teacherId":2910060,"projectId":9902448,"letterContent":"My students go to math centers right after their math lesson, so they can practice what they have learned in a fun way. They LOVE going to math centers. We have been learning about place value and hundred charts, using tens and ones. They have been excited to use the new ten frames and counting tools to practice counting and adding. \r\n\r\nWe have also recently started using greater than, less than, and equal to terms. This week, we have been using those symbols, and I use the giant funny props to help engage them in our math lessons. \r\n\r\nThese great new math tools have really brought the fun into learning!","fullyFundedDate":1763565955183,"projectUrl":"project/were-counting-on-you/9902448/","projectTitle":"We're Counting on You!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cerboni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2910060_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470702823555","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2910060"},{"teacherId":376400,"projectId":9842103,"letterContent":"The introduction of the new classroom resources has significantly enriched our center time, particularly within the science and creative exploration areas. Students have been using the materials consistently during centers, integrating them into multiple thematic units. During our exercise unit, for example, students eagerly designed and constructed their own hand weights out of cardboard. This hands-on experience not only supported fine motor development and creativity, but also deepened their understanding of health, fitness, and how exercise equipment functions. As we transitioned into our current gardening focus, the materials have continued to play an important role. Students are now creating flowers, plants, and garden elements for our cardboard garden, transforming recycled materials into meaningful representations of real-world objects. They are also preparing to design and produce plant labels for our container garden, which supports literacy development as they practice writing plant names and identifying different types of vegetation. The versatility of the materials has allowed students to connect learning across units, blending science, art, literacy, and problem-solving in authentic and engaging ways.\r\n\r\nWhen students were first introduced to the new materials, their reactions were a combination of excitement and curiosity. Many immediately gathered around, eager to explore, yet they were also somewhat unsure about what they were seeing. They asked thoughtful questions such as, \"What is that?\" \"What does it do?\" \"How do I use it?\" and \"Can I do it by myself?\" These questions reflected both their natural inquisitiveness and their desire for independence. Initially, a few students appeared hesitant, especially as they tried to understand how the tools worked and whether they were safe. However, once we modeled appropriate use and reassured them that the materials were safe and designed for them, their confidence quickly grew. Discovering that they could use the resources without getting hurt empowered them to take creative risks.\r\n\r\nNow, the science center has become a hub of independent innovation. Students no longer wait for direct instruction; instead, they confidently enter the space with ideas in mind and begin constructing on their own. The materials have fostered independence, collaboration, and sustained engagement. What began as cautious exploration has evolved into purposeful creation, with students demonstrating ownership of their learning. They brainstorm, test ideas, revise their designs, and proudly share their finished products with peers. Overall, the new resources have not only enhanced hands-on learning opportunities but have also strengthened students' confidence, curiosity, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.","fullyFundedDate":1764689719671,"projectUrl":"project/little-builders-big-ideas-empowering-p/9842103/","projectTitle":"Little Builders, Big Ideas: Empowering Preschoolers With the Chompsaw","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp376400_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538921640095","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-conchos"},{"teacherId":6402393,"projectId":9691651,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project to fund a sound system for our school production of Aladdin. Because of your kindness, our students now have the equipment they need to be clearly heard, feel confident on stage, and truly shine during their performance.\r\n\r\nThis production is more than just a play, it's an opportunity for our students to build confidence, practice teamwork, and experience the joy of performing for their families and community. Many of our students had never been part of a live stage show before, and having a quality sound system makes a huge difference in helping them feel successful and proud of their work.\r\n\r\nYour donation directly impacts our students and gives them access to experiences they will remember for years. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in their learning, creativity, and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1758854025514,"projectUrl":"project/let-their-voices-be-heard-sound-system/9691651/","projectTitle":"Let Their Voices Be Heard: Sound System for Our School!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarandos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6402393_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y322&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1620142091189","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sarandos"},{"teacherId":9357391,"projectId":9446269,"letterContent":"I wanted to take some time to thank you for your donation to my classroom. I would love to share some recent projects using the supplies you generously provided. \r\n\r\nMost recently, 2 of my students used laminted resource sheets to learn how to write numbers and words in English. Because the sheets were laminated, they did not have to worry about accidentally folding, ripping, or wrtiting on the resource sheets so they can practice as much as they would like.\r\n\r\nAnother useful supply my students have been using a lot lately are the Mr. Sketch Scented Stix. We use them to practice multiplication fluency by using different colors and since they each have a different fruit scent, the students have loved using markers that smell like their favorite fruit. \r\n\r\nLastly, all of the cleaning supplies have been really handy for my students as we navigate the cold/flu season. \r\n\r\nAll of your donations have made such a difference in my classroom and to my students. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1755715359186,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/9446269/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9357391"},{"teacherId":4650873,"projectId":10029352,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating books, puzzles, and plant life cycle manipulation boards. Our students were so excited about the new materials.\r\nThey immediately started to explore all things plant. We. Will soon be getting into our plant and seeds unit. Spring time will give us a great opportunity to use the planting tools. \r\nHaving the opportunity to explore plants with ample resources, we may have a future horticultural major among us. \r\nAgain thanks you so much for making a positive impact with your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1768687882075,"projectUrl":"project/planting-seeds-of-curiosity-in-prek/10029352/","projectTitle":"Planting Seeds of Curiosity in Prek","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moroz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4650873_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699483942577","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4650873"},{"teacherId":9889412,"projectId":10033622,"letterContent":"Providing new chargers for student Chromebooks has a direct, positive impact on learning by ensuring devices are consistently available and ready for use throughout the school day. With reliable chargers, students are able to fully participate in lessons, complete assignments, collaborate with peers, and access digital resources without interruption. This reduces lost instructional time caused by dead batteries and supports a more equitable learning environment, especially for students who may not have access to chargers at home. Overall, new chargers help maximize the effectiveness of our technology investment and keep students engaged, focused, and prepared to learn.\r\nChromebooks support student learning by providing easy access to digital tools, instructional materials, and online resources that enhance classroom instruction. Students can research information, complete assignments, collaborate with classmates, and receive immediate feedback through educational platforms. Chromebooks also support personalized learning by allowing students to work at their own pace and access differentiated content that meets individual learning needs. Overall, Chromebooks help create an engaging, interactive, and flexible learning environment that prepares students with essential academic and digital skills.","fullyFundedDate":1768746833739,"projectUrl":"project/charging-up-learning/10033622/","projectTitle":"Charging Up Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wankowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9889412_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754715215434","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9889412"},{"teacherId":9889412,"projectId":9936756,"letterContent":"These texts expose students to new authors, illustrations, and ideas. Also, kids love to read the same things as their friends. When a new book comes out in a series, it quickly disappears from the library, leaving a wait-list for students. Buying more of the new books for our library really helps more students read popular books. \r\nThe library is an important place in our school , since it is only about literacy and trying new texts. Our students are more likely to pick new and different books with a bigger selection versus the smaller selection in classroom libraries. \r\nI had one student that was so excited for the new Diary of a Wimpy kid book, he thanked me all week for getting it in the library.","fullyFundedDate":1767621902787,"projectUrl":"project/update-replace-books-in-our-popular-se/9936756/","projectTitle":"Update & Replace Books in Our Popular Series!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wankowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9889412_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754715215434","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9889412"},{"teacherId":1950350,"projectId":9995237,"letterContent":"These materials have been so useful to our class! We have our iPads nice and organized in the new charging station. We do puzzles every day so the new ones from this project have been awesome! My students love them, especially the animal ones. They also love playing with play doh and it is so beneficial to them! We work on fine motor tasks like cutting and rolling. It is educational but also fun! We have used the card stock to make some crafts and plan to use it more when we decorate for our Valentine's Day celebration.","fullyFundedDate":1768334122949,"projectUrl":"project/charging-statioin-supplies/9995237/","projectTitle":"Charging Statioin & Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bryant","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1950350_orig.jpg?crop=1284,1284,x0,y132&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699502742056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laciebryant"},{"teacherId":3636177,"projectId":9446944,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity and belief in our students. Your support allows us to celebrate academic growth through our math incentive system while also supporting student wellness and teamwork. Because of you, students receive exciting \"happy mail\" that recognizes their hard work and builds motivation. These small moments of recognition make a big impact, helping students feel seen, valued, and proud of their progress. Our kids work so hard and deserve all the recognition. Thank you for making it possible.","fullyFundedDate":1755735640464,"projectUrl":"project/ask-solve-celebrate-boosting-math-ski/9446944/","projectTitle":"Ask, Solve, Celebrate! Boosting Math Skills Schoolwide","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singtalay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3636177_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501075351906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/asingtalay"},{"teacherId":3636177,"projectId":9990060,"letterContent":"Thank you for investing in our students and believing in the power of equitable access to athletics. Because of your generosity, our 3–5 grade soccer players now have safe equipment, proper gear, and nourishment to perform their best. Your support removes barriers, builds confidence, and shows our students they are valued both on and off the field. We are incredibly grateful for your commitment to their growth, teamwork, and success. Soccer practice is the best parts of our days and we are having so much fun. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768059777610,"projectUrl":"project/soccer-superstars/9990060/","projectTitle":"Soccer Superstars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singtalay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3636177_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501075351906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/asingtalay"},{"teacherId":3636177,"projectId":9822364,"letterContent":"The new bulletin board materials have transformed our school hallways into shared learning spaces that bring classes together. Students from different grade levels stop to read, discuss, and reflect on the figures and histories being highlighted, sparking meaningful conversations beyond their own classrooms. These displays have created a sense of unity and pride across our school, helping students see themselves—and each other—represented and celebrated all year long. Thank you so much for helping create these beautiful inclusive spaces.","fullyFundedDate":1761967816863,"projectUrl":"project/representation-matters-celebrating-heri/9822364/","projectTitle":"Representation Matters: Celebrating Heritage and History All Year Long","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singtalay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3636177_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501075351906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/asingtalay"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_70499","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":686,"numTeachers":58,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":68,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":54.7,"schoolId":70499,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about William E Snyder Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"William E Snyder Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/william-snyder-elementary-school/70499"}