{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Agnes Risley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9524011,"projectId":9990640,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom! These new materials have already made such a difference for my second graders. The whiteboards have been a huge hit—every student is able to actively participate and show their thinking during lessons, which has helped build confidence and keep everyone engaged. I'm seeing more students willing to take risks and share their ideas.\r\n\r\nThe erasable pockets and laminated resources have also been incredibly helpful for hands-on practice. Students love being able to try, make mistakes, and try again without frustration. The flexible seating cushions have made a big impact as well—students are more comfortable and better able to stay focused throughout the day.\r\n\r\nIt was so exciting to see their reactions when everything arrived—they couldn't wait to start using it! These materials are helping create a classroom that feels supportive, engaging, and full of opportunities to learn. Thank you for helping create a space where my students feel confident, capable, and excited to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1768091150410,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-comfortable-ready-to-learn-s/9990640/","projectTitle":"Building a Comfortable, Ready-to-Learn Second Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jorgensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9524011_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x591,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767840464598","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9524011"},{"teacherId":8115252,"projectId":10021138,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my second graders have been using these new materials every single day, and they are making such a difference! The dry erase pockets, markers, and laminated activities have been a game changer—students are more willing to try, make mistakes, and keep practicing without frustration. During our reading time, the whisper phones and sight word cards have been especially exciting, and I've already seen students building more confidence and fluency.\r\n\r\nTheir reactions when everything arrived were priceless. They were so excited to explore all the new tools, and many of them immediately took pride in using and taking care of the materials. The clipboards and storage have helped them stay more organized and independent, which is a big step for second grade. The reward jar has also been a fun way to encourage teamwork and kindness, and the class has really come together because of it.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we'll continue using these resources daily as we grow in reading, writing, and math. More importantly, my students are gaining confidence and feeling proud of themselves as learners. Thank you for helping create a classroom that is organized, positive, and full of opportunities to learn—we truly couldn't do this without you!","fullyFundedDate":1768680388679,"projectUrl":"project/everyday-tools-for-growing-second-grade/10021138/","projectTitle":"Everyday Tools for Growing Second Grade Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tucker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8115252"},{"teacherId":5312677,"projectId":9989270,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in choosing to support our kindergarten classroom and students! By providing my students with the white boards, handheld mirrors, dry erase pocket sleeves, and zipper pouch bags, they are able to develop reading foundational skills, phonological awareness, writing, and math skills.\r\n\r\nCurrently, students are using the materials during our whole group and independent literacy and math blocks. They have made great academic progress by utilizing these materials.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for making this possible for our everyday learning. We are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1768055055628,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-resources/9989270/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ponte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5312677_orig.jpg?crop=948,948,x75,y95&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768059373764","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5312677"},{"teacherId":10398590,"projectId":9989310,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support with the donation of the materials for my classroom. Our students have been loving all of the materials and feel a sense of responsibility for these materials.\r\n\r\nWe have been able to create math toolkits using the pencil boxes and organization bins to help us easily use math manipulatives. \r\n\r\nAs for the lamination sheets, I have been able to make a ton of vocabulary cards, materials, and cards for us to use in the classroom. I have also used the storage cart for my curriculum resources to be easily stored and accessed for myself and my students!","fullyFundedDate":1768097367986,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-teacher-with-goals-of-a-lasti/9989310/","projectTitle":"First Year Teacher with Goals of a Lasting Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Woolsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10398590_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767830914684","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10398590"},{"teacherId":8175520,"projectId":10047584,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generous donation of books to our elementary school library! Our students and teachers are so excited to check out and read these new books, and utilize them in their classrooms, as well as at home. These books are helping to promote literacy at our school. Teachers are very pleased to have new books in our school library for them to read to their students. Students are very grateful to see brand new books in our library available for them to check out and borrow to read at home with their families.","fullyFundedDate":1769180825837,"projectUrl":"project/new-elementary-library-books/10047584/","projectTitle":"New Elementary Library Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wagner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8175520_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636572597264","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8175520"},{"teacherId":8132697,"projectId":9403162,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the classroom rug you generously donated to my classroom. The rug is beautiful and creates a perfect learning space. My students and I use the rug multiple times a day. Most often, the classroom rug is where we sit and do a daily number talk. This is where we use mental computation and mental strategies to fluently add and subtract. Also, the classroom rug is used for a read aloud. This year I have decided to do an author study. I will be reading aloud books by Roald Dahl. The carpet area is also a place where my students partner or group read during our English language arts instruction.\r\n The classroom rug arrived a couple of days into the new school year. Therefore, my new class of third graders get to be the first ones to use the rug. They are so pleased to have this honor. my students and I are so grateful for your very kind act of generosity. We look forward to using our new learning space all year long.","fullyFundedDate":1753889632894,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-space-for-literacy-developmen/9403162/","projectTitle":"Creating a Space for Literacy Development and Community Building","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8132697_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634271281265","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8132697"},{"teacherId":9894674,"projectId":9074753,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding my DonorsChoose project! The label maker you provided has already made a tremendous difference in the classroom. With clearly labeled devices, cords, and storage areas, my students can quickly find what they need, reducing time spent searching for equipment and allowing for more hands-on learning. Transitions are smoother, distractions are minimized, and students are taking greater responsibility for their workspace.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest impacts has been fostering independence and accountability. Students now take pride in keeping our shared technology organized, and I've seen a noticeable improvement in how they care for their assigned devices. One student excitedly shared, \"Now I know exactly where my Chromebook and charger go—I won't mix it up again!\" These small but powerful moments show how organization can boost confidence and create a more focused learning environment.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a more efficient, engaging, and student-centered space. This simple tool has made a lasting impact, and I am so grateful for your support in helping my students succeed. Thank you for believing in our classroom and making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1739734880943,"projectUrl":"project/labeling-for-success-organizing-classro/9074753/","projectTitle":"Labeling for Success: Organizing Classroom Technology for Effective Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sarchett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9894674_orig.jpg?crop=1032,1032,x65,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737498685051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9894674"},{"teacherId":9355987,"projectId":8009654,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of classroom supplies. Your support has made a meaningful impact on our fifth-grade students by helping create a learning environment that supports the whole child. 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On behalf of my students and myself, thank you for investing in their success and helping us build a classroom where every child feels supported and motivated to do their best.","fullyFundedDate":1699659910004,"projectUrl":"project/love-for-my-5th-graders/8009654/","projectTitle":"Love for My 5th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cascinai","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9355987"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_83074","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":363,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":83,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.4,"schoolId":83074,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Agnes Risley Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Agnes Risley Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/washoe-county-school-district/agnes-risley-elementary-school/83074"}