{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Agnes Risley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1546606,"projectId":9989693,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to a wide range of hands-on academic and social-emotional learning tools that will make a meaningful difference in their daily learning experiences.\r\nYour donation provided essential literacy and writing resources, including two-sided letter tiles, magnetic journals with letter tiles, adaptive handwriting paper, raised-rule practice paper, and Handwriting Without Tears notebook paper. These materials are especially impactful for my students who struggle with fine motor skills, dysgraphia, and early literacy development. With clear visual cues and tactile supports, students can practice letter formation, spacing, and phonics skills with greater confidence and independence. One student asks me every day if we are going to practice handwriting today. He loves trying out different types of paper to see if his handwriting is better on one than on the other.\r\nThe journals and notebooks you donated give students a safe place to practice writing, express their thoughts, and build endurance. For many of my learners, writing can feel overwhelming—but having sturdy, colorful journals designed just for kids makes the task more approachable and motivating. I have kindergarteners who love having a colorful journal of their own, instead of the stapled together paper we used in the past. They can't wait to open their journals and do the days writing practice.\r\nIn addition to academic tools, your support also strengthened our social-emotional learning resources. Items such as social skills task cards, emotional regulation games, a self-regulation picture book, and SEL-focused therapy tools help students learn how to identify emotions, manage frustration, communicate effectively, and problem-solve with peers. These skills are critical for success both in and out of the classroom.\r\nYou also made it possible for students to benefit from physical self-regulation and mindfulness tools, including chair yoga cards and interactive games like Perfection. These resources provide engaging brain breaks that help students regulate their bodies, improve focus, and return to learning ready and calm.\r\nBecause of you, my students are learning through movement, play, conversation, and hands-on practice in ways that meet their individual needs. Your generosity helps create an inclusive, supportive classroom where children have the tools they need to grow academically, socially, and emotionally.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for investing in their success. Your support truly makes a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1768885983461,"projectUrl":"project/executive-functioning-skills-to-grow-lea/9989693/","projectTitle":"Executive Functioning Skills to Grow Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruybalid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1546606_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1466274878763","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1546606"},{"teacherId":8120878,"projectId":9988895,"letterContent":"Thank you, specifically to the Nevada Department of Education, for granting us this donation for xylophone carts. This has been a beneficial addition to Risley's instrumentarium. \r\n\r\nAgnes Risley Elementary has spent the last few years rebuilding its instrumentarium. When I first got to this school, I was greeted with a range of fair quality (at best) to poor quality instruments. The school opened in 1964, and I was told that many of the instruments that were in my classroom were purchased in the 70s, 80s, or 90s. Many of the instruments in my inventory were damaged, or there were fundamental pieces missing. All students deserve a quality music education, which includes using quality tools to make music. I felt it was a disservice to my students to have the dilapidated instruments we had.\r\n\r\nThrough the many partnerships the Nevada Department of Education has had with DonorsChoose, Risley has been able to vastly expand its instrument inventory. First, we got lots of new unpitched percussion instruments. Then, we got a new xylophone. Now, we have these rolling carts, which makes music-making in the classroom a much more flexible experience. Thank you, NDE, for supporting music education by providing these materials to us over these years.","fullyFundedDate":1768025006743,"projectUrl":"project/rollin-xylophones/9988895/","projectTitle":"Rollin' Xylophones","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Giammona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8120878_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633906764173","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8120878"},{"teacherId":10403578,"projectId":10017125,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to my classroom! My students have loved using the new resources your donations provided. With the clear envelopes we've been able to organize our handouts and other materials much more efficiently. The lap desks have been wonderful for small group work and encourage peer collaboration. The mailboxes have helped reduce classroom clutter and ensure information is sent home! \r\n\r\nMy students were so excited for our new classroom materials, especially the lap desks. They love to sit around the room during partner work and this made it much easier for them. They also love having their own mailboxes to check at the end of each day. \r\n\r\nWe've been working hard to prepare for state testing and this week kicked off our first exam. They have been working so hard and we are all so so proud. Thank you again for your contribution to my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768517695539,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-build-my-first-classroom/10017125/","projectTitle":"Help Me Build My First Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Winter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403578"},{"teacherId":9352407,"projectId":10010121,"letterContent":"Thank you for the support in our classroom. My students were excited when they first saw our new carpet and eager to learn on it. We use our carpet during reading and math time. Students also love to play games on the carpet as well as partner work. \r\nThe educational games have made an impact because my students are engaged in learning while having fun. These games allows them to reinforce skills in a fun setting. Many of my students enjoy playing Headbands as well as Fraction War. They also enjoyed playing the bingo multiplication and addition games. \r\nOur classroom continues to learn everyday because of the wonderful donations made from you and we truly appreciate it !","fullyFundedDate":1768274104186,"projectUrl":"project/joyful-learners/10010121/","projectTitle":"Joyful Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9352407"},{"teacherId":6496257,"projectId":9989500,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom and school. \r\n\r\nThe items that have been purchased as a result of my project being funded have made a lasting impact on our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe pencils have been put to great use each and everyday. The color paper has been a great way to make our math games student friendly. The thermal lamination pouches have helped make resources last longer. The various candy has been a great incentive for students and staff. And the labels have been a great tool to label various items. \r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1768161067270,"projectUrl":"project/student-essentials/9989500/","projectTitle":"Student Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6496257_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709703024208","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6496257"},{"teacherId":765287,"projectId":9996585,"letterContent":"Thanks to the support of the Nevada Department of Education, my second graders now have access to tools that have made a meaningful difference in our daily learning. The whiteboards have allowed students to practice skills in a low-pressure way, building confidence and encouraging participation from all learners. Headphones have helped create a more focused environment during independent work, allowing students to better engage with lessons and stay on task.\r\n\r\nHands-on materials and movement resources, including building tools and jump ropes, have given students opportunities to stay active while learning and to take needed movement breaks throughout the day. These supports have helped improve focus, reduce frustration, and increase student engagement across subjects. My students are more excited to participate, more willing to take academic risks, and more confident in their abilities.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful for this support, which has helped create a classroom environment where students feel successful, supported, and motivated to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1768154549128,"projectUrl":"project/everyday-tools-for-focused-active-learn/9996585/","projectTitle":"Everyday Tools for Focused, Active Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Autino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp765287_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721353853958","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/765287"},{"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":9894674,"projectId":9332115,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring this project to life. Because of your generosity, my students will soon have access to engaging, hands-on technology experiences that go far beyond traditional screen time.\r\n\r\nAs a computer teacher in a Title I elementary school, I work with a wide range of students who all learn differently. Many of my younger learners thrive when they can touch, build, and explore—and these new materials will allow me to meet those needs in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nAlthough we have not yet begun using the Osmo kits due to our current pacing in the curriculum, I am incredibly excited about the impact they will have. These tools will give students the opportunity to strengthen their problem-solving skills, explore early coding concepts, and build confidence in math and reading through interactive play. I am especially looking forward to seeing students who sometimes struggle in traditional settings light up when given a more hands-on way to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause I travel between classrooms, the portability of these kits will make it possible to bring consistent, high-quality technology experiences to multiple grade levels. This means even more students will benefit from your generosity.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping create a classroom environment where curiosity is encouraged, creativity is celebrated, and every student has the chance to succeed. I can't wait to share updates and stories once our students begin using these materials.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1748283126999,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-with-osmo-tech-crea/9332115/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning with Osmo: Tech + Creativity for Young Learners","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"}],"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"}