{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Alice Smith Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":43.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10403636,"projectId":10017389,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, my students now have a welcoming, comfortable, and engaging learning environment that has truly transformed our daily routine.\r\n\r\nThe bean bags and chairs have made a huge impact on our reading area. Students are more excited to read and are able to stay focused longer when they are comfortable. Our reading corner has become a calm, inviting space where students feel relaxed, confident, and motivated to dive into books. Many students now choose to read during free time, which has helped strengthen their reading stamina and love for learning.\r\n\r\nThe snacks you provided have also made a meaningful difference. For many students, having a snack available helps them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn—especially during long instructional periods. It has supported both their academic success and overall well-being.\r\n\r\nThe games have been an incredible tool for building teamwork, problem-solving skills, and positive social interactions. Students are learning how to collaborate, take turns, and support one another, all while having fun and reinforcing important academic and social skills.\r\n\r\nLastly, the filing cabinet has helped me stay organized and better manage student materials and resources. This has allowed me to spend more time focusing on instruction and supporting my students instead of searching for materials.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my classroom is a more organized, supportive, and joyful place to learn. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their education. Your kindness has made a lasting impact that my students and I will always appreciate.","fullyFundedDate":1768521376252,"projectUrl":"project/new-teacher-new-class/10017389/","projectTitle":"New Teacher New Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Segura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403636"},{"teacherId":4694884,"projectId":9616842,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project, [Project Title]. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to Osmo kits — an incredible hands-on learning tool that's already sparking curiosity and creativity in our classroom!\r\n\r\nThe moment we unpacked the Osmos, my students were buzzing with excitement. They've been collaborating, problem-solving, and discovering new ways to connect technology with real-world learning. It's amazing to see them so engaged — drawing, spelling, and solving puzzles with huge smiles on their faces.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has made a lasting impact on our classroom. You've given my students more than just educational tools — you've given them confidence, excitement for learning, and a reminder that their education matters.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and helping make interactive learning possible. We are truly grateful for your generosity and support!\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1755709673097,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-and-osmos/9616842/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating and Osmo's!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4694884_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632975754796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4694884"},{"teacherId":7057007,"projectId":9954111,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to make my project happen! I am so happy to be able to provide my students with the opportunity to have hands on activities! Many of these items were necessary, but in order to have them usually I would have to use my own money. \r\nMy students were so excited to see these materials arrive in our classroom! They have been begging specifically for playdough so I am so excited to provide that for them! I love that the playdough can provide hands on opportunities for exploration, spelling, motor skills, and interacting with others.\r\nI also received a lot of materials for our animal habitat dioramas that we do at the end of the school year. Currently my students do not know about that project, but I just know that they will be so excited when it comes time to using them to build their dioramas!\r\nAdditionally, it is so helpful to have cups, bowls, plates, and napkins for activities and class parties throughout the school year! I truly appreciate each donation!","fullyFundedDate":1765653992323,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-for-all/9954111/","projectTitle":"Hands On for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7057007_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578375119533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-peak"},{"teacherId":8518372,"projectId":9689661,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students are benefiting in so many meaningful ways! Classroom rewards help celebrate their accomplishments, build confidence, and motivate them to stay engaged in learning. Fine motor supports are giving students the tools they need to strengthen handwriting, cutting, drawing, and everyday self-care skills, which is helping them gain independence and pride in their work. SEL brain break activities provide essential opportunities for students to regulate their emotions, manage stress, and refocus their attention, which leads to more productive and joyful learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThese resources are helping my students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Every day, I see them becoming more confident, resilient, and ready to tackle challenges—all because of your support. Your generosity is truly transforming their learning environment and giving them opportunities they might not otherwise have. Thank you for making such a positive impact on their education and lives!","fullyFundedDate":1767290350820,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-growing-minds/9689661/","projectTitle":"Tools for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8518372"},{"teacherId":4694884,"projectId":9240871,"letterContent":"We have been busy working hard in our classroom and earning lots of points to turn into the prizes you helped buy. They LOVE going to the \"class store\" and getting a variety of prizes!!! The storage bins for them are great too!!\r\n\r\nThe recording buttons we have used for what we call 'high 5 letters' they have to push the button, where they hear me say a letter, the sound and a picture that matches it. They then have to trace the letter with their finger and repeat what they heard! it is so fun for the students and I! \r\n\r\nI so appreciate all your help!!!","fullyFundedDate":1746809962879,"projectUrl":"project/prizes-galore-and-more/9240871/","projectTitle":"Prizes Galore and More!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4694884_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632975754796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4694884"},{"teacherId":2204600,"projectId":8000169,"letterContent":"My students have loved the art supplies and activities that were so kindly donated. These have supported kids for a long time. \r\n Every Friday, my students look forward to being able to access all of the fun things that we were able to get. One of the most sought after is the beautiful water paints and canvases along with the kinetic sand. I have several paintings hanging in my classroom! Several students were excited that they were able to make their parents things as they themselves cannot afford the expensive art supplies and toys.\r\n It has made me happy to have students not always with their heads in technology. They are now always able to have fun and engage with their peers.","fullyFundedDate":1699381440394,"projectUrl":"project/art-makes-learning-fun/8000169/","projectTitle":"Art Makes Learning Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2204600_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679200329367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2204600"},{"teacherId":3171834,"projectId":9525833,"letterContent":"This year we are really focusing on building our Social Emotional Learning skills. My students really enjoy reading all of the adventures of scribble spot. They are learning that having big emotions are ok, they just need to be able to identify their emotion and learn how to handle them. \r\n\r\nWe are also incorportating technology into our learning. My students have access to iPads and being able to use the OSMO apps to enhance their math and reading skills has been a refreshing change in their everyday routines. \r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my classroom in their learning endevors.","fullyFundedDate":1755732728738,"projectUrl":"project/technology-and-social-emotional-learning/9525833/","projectTitle":"Technology and Social Emotional Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pierce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3171834_orig.jpg?crop=1515,1516,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683576841171","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3171834"},{"teacherId":4694884,"projectId":9603154,"letterContent":"Thank you soo much for helping provide amazing work for my students. You will see in the pictures that I posted, I bought a year long portfolio file. Each month they have 4-5 different components we complete together and then it is displayed on our bulletin board in the hallway for the whole school to see. \r\nEach component provides some art, some writing, some cutting and some gluing... things they are always working on in Kindergarten! My students are loving these projects! \r\nI will utilize the rest of the gift card throughout the year when I need any extra lessons to enhance their learning! \r\nAgain, Thank you so so much!","fullyFundedDate":1756786535623,"projectUrl":"project/enhance-student-learning-in-all-subjects/9603154/","projectTitle":"Enhance Student Learning in All Subjects!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4694884_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y114&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632975754796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4694884"},{"teacherId":6269914,"projectId":9293230,"letterContent":"Having access to a variety of math counters is so beneficial to our classroom. I have laminated all of my games and am prepping them as I need them. Having a plethora of laminate is AMAZING. \r\n\r\nMy students are loving sorting things over and over again. We use them for random sorting, put them in with kinetic sand, weight them in the science center and play with them in the dollhouses in addition to using them for math games. \r\n\r\nExpanding my resources to include so many manipulatives to put my hands on a whim is very helpful. When someone gets a hankering for dinosaurs, I've got them. Farm animals? Got that too! These resources in addition to what I already had means I'm ready for anything!","fullyFundedDate":1747248267105,"projectUrl":"project/themed-math-centers/9293230/","projectTitle":"Themed Math Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lyon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6269914_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633957863028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6269914"},{"teacherId":9780560,"projectId":8830585,"letterContent":"My students absolutely LOVED getting the opportunity to learn about various cultures, history, and how celebrations differ from one country to another. We spent weeks going on different journey's as we took a glance into each character's life. We actually were able to host a school-wide \"Tournament of books\" where I was able to utilize many of the title's I'd requested, have my colleagues read to their students, and vote on their favorite book during \"Reading Week.\"\r\n\r\nYour help has been so deeply felt, and words do not fully envelop my most sincere gratitude!","fullyFundedDate":1733191824706,"projectUrl":"project/stallion-stampede-eager-readers-ready-t/8830585/","projectTitle":"Stallion Stampede; Eager Readers Ready to Read","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9780560_orig.jpg?crop=2015,2015,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727368888972","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9780560"},{"teacherId":7057007,"projectId":9148726,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our project a reality. Our school has been working on increasing student attendance by making stronger connections with students and their families. For the past couple of years we have participated as a Parent Teacher Home Visit (PTHV) school. These home visits are not a well-check and not a time to talk about behavior or academics. Instead these visits are to focus on the family as a whole and their hopes and dreams for their child. During these visits we are able to make deeper connections and offer support to help them achieve their goals! \r\nI am so excited to have the opportunity to give a book to each and every student that participates in a Parent Teacher Home Visit this school year! As teachers we love to promote reading at home and by providing a book we can do this!","fullyFundedDate":1753141159566,"projectUrl":"project/books-to-help-create-relationships/9148726/","projectTitle":"Books to Help Create Relationships!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7057007_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578375119533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-peak"},{"teacherId":6269914,"projectId":9309090,"letterContent":"My students are having a fabulous time working the letter and number transformers. They are THE MOST POPULAR toy I have in the room. The transformers are essential in helping children develop their fine motor skills in addition to practicing letters and numbers. They also help with critical thinking skills. \r\n\r\nMy class last year loved the Linking Number Monkeys and I know they are going to love them this year as well, but I haven't got them out yet. Last year I had a student with autism who was obsessed with the monkeys.","fullyFundedDate":1746481855959,"projectUrl":"project/transformers-in-prek/9309090/","projectTitle":"Transformers in PreK","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lyon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6269914_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633957863028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6269914"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_55251","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":745,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":30,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":53,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"18.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":56.8,"schoolId":55251,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Alice Smith Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Alice Smith Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/washoe-county-school-district/alice-smith-elementary-school/55251"}