{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9097013,"projectId":9993428,"letterContent":"Our new Lakeshore Learning center materials have completely transformed our small group and independent center time. We are using them daily during math and literacy rotations to support hands-on learning, differentiated instruction, and IEP goal practice. One standout moment was during a math center where students used manipulatives to sort, count, and graph objects—skills that can be challenging in a traditional worksheet format. With these materials, students were able to physically engage with the concepts, and I saw a noticeable increase in understanding and confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and genuine. They were eager to explore, asking questions and wanting to try everything right away. For many of my students, especially those who benefit from sensory and visual learning, these materials felt like an invitation to learn rather than a task to complete. That enthusiasm has carried over—center time has become something they truly look forward to each day.\r\n\r\nBecause of these resources, student engagement has significantly increased. Students are staying focused longer, collaborating more with peers, and showing more independence in their work. Even students who typically struggle to remain engaged are now actively participating and completing tasks.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build on this momentum by incorporating the materials into structured skill-building centers that align with individual IEP goals and grade-level standards. Our next steps include expanding our use of these tools for more complex problem-solving, language development activities, and interactive group projects. These materials are helping create a classroom environment where students feel successful, motivated, and excited to learn—and that impact is truly lasting.","fullyFundedDate":1768094817490,"projectUrl":"project/engage-standard-centers/9993428/","projectTitle":"Engage Standard Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9097013"},{"teacherId":7808848,"projectId":9998885,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donation and opportunity to choose what I need for my students. \r\n My class has really enjoyed using the materials to learn and practice phonics skills. They love the games and gained skills through play. \r\nThe supplies of markers, brushes, watercolor paper have been so helpful. They have created art relating to learning and also been able to freely create. \r\nAgain thank you for allowing the opportunity for me to purchase materials that I need to better educate MY students. This is so helpful to choose what we need for our classrooms.","fullyFundedDate":1768162241496,"projectUrl":"project/help-the-cool-cats-create-and-cultivate/9998885/","projectTitle":"Help the Cool Cats Create and Cultivate Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Concialdi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7808848"},{"teacherId":5165338,"projectId":9991137,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, I thank you for the generous gift you have given the children in my classroom. Because of your generosity, I was able to get a few class sets of novels for my students. They LOVE read aloud time and especially love to have the books in their hands to follow along as I read aloud. This helps them grow their love for reading as well as hear how a fluent reader reads aloud with voice and expression. They are able to see new words in print as well as hear stories that they may not have chosen on their own. \r\n\r\nThank you again for the very generous gift!","fullyFundedDate":1768154936377,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-all/9991137/","projectTitle":"Books for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pienkoski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5165338"},{"teacherId":10399336,"projectId":9994227,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed through the use of alternative seating. Students now use these seating options during small‑group instruction and independent work. The ability to move slightly while working has helped students release excess energy, remain focused for longer periods of time, and engage more actively in their learning. A particularly meaningful moment was seeing students independently choose seating that met their needs and then successfully sustain attention during a lesson that would previously have been challenging.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new seating options, their excitement was immediate. Many expressed relief and enthusiasm at having choices that made learning feel more comfortable and less restrictive. For students with attention and sensory needs, this flexibility has reduced anxiety and increased their willingness to participate. The classroom environment now feels more supportive and inclusive, allowing students to approach learning with greater confidence and a more positive mindset.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these seating options will continue to support students as they build essential academic skills and develop independence and self‑regulation. By providing an environment that honors their individual learning styles, students are better able to focus on instruction and take ownership of their learning. Your support has helped create a classroom where every student feels valued, comfortable, and capable of success, and it has made a lasting impact on their daily learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1768100649100,"projectUrl":"project/alternative-seating-for-busy-minds/9994227/","projectTitle":"Alternative Seating for Busy Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399336"},{"teacherId":8143480,"projectId":9991178,"letterContent":"The students are very excited that we now have enough copies of The Wild Robot for each of them to use during read aloud time and for subsequent activities. This book has great themes for us to explore, like the value of friendship and perseverance during challenging times. We have great discussions! \r\nA recent series of snowstorms gave us several days of indoor recess and the new magnetiles sets were a hit, and kept students busy and creating! It is a great addition to our indoor recess collection!","fullyFundedDate":1768156260652,"projectUrl":"project/wild-about-read-aloud/9991178/","projectTitle":"Wild About Read Aloud!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stover","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8143480"},{"teacherId":9689772,"projectId":10034129,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing headphones for my students. Because of you, our classroom learning environment has been transformed in meaningful and lasting ways.\r\nHaving access to working headphones has allowed students to fully engage in digital learning without distractions. Students are now able to focus on instructional videos, interactive lessons, reading programs, and assessments at their own pace. This has been especially impactful for students who benefit from listening to directions multiple times or who need a quieter, more personalized learning experience.\r\nThe headphones have also supported differentiated instruction. Students can work on targeted skill practice, enrichment activities, or intervention programs without interrupting others. As a result, classroom transitions are smoother, engagement is higher, and learning time is used more effectively.\r\nPerhaps most importantly, the headphones have helped foster independence and confidence. Students feel empowered to take ownership of their learning, and they are excited to use technology as a tool to grow academically. Something as simple as a reliable pair of headphones has helped create a more inclusive, focused, and supportive classroom environment.\r\nYour generosity has made a direct and positive impact on my students' daily learning experiences. Thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our students' success. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1769212797524,"projectUrl":"project/helping-young-learners-focus-and-succeed/10034129/","projectTitle":"Helping Young Learners Focus and Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mahannah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9689772"},{"teacherId":5225818,"projectId":10009930,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support! Because of you, my students now have hands-on math and reading tools that will make learning more engaging, meaningful, and fun. These materials allow students to touch, build, explore, and practice important skills in ways that truly meet their learning needs.\r\nYour kindness is helping my students grow into confident readers and mathematicians, and it is already making a positive impact in our classroom. We are so grateful for your investment in our students and in our community. Your support means more than words can express, and it will continue to make a difference for years to come.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping make their learning experiences even more special.","fullyFundedDate":1769199885276,"projectUrl":"project/thriving-in-kindergarten/10009930/","projectTitle":"Thriving in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Enriquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5225818_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533693906011","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-enriquez"},{"teacherId":5225818,"projectId":8416372,"letterContent":"I am so incredibly thankful for the charging station for our classroom iPads! Because of your generosity, my kindergarteners always have charged devices ready to use for learning, practicing skills, and exploring new ideas without interruption.\r\nSomething as simple as organized, fully charged iPads makes a huge difference in our day. It helps our classroom run smoothly and allows students to stay engaged and excited about learning.\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and our little learners. Your kindness truly makes an impact every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1716267511217,"projectUrl":"project/accessible-charging-ipad-station-for-kin/8416372/","projectTitle":"Accessible Charging Ipad Station for Kinder Friends","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Enriquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5225818_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533693906011","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-enriquez"},{"teacherId":5052996,"projectId":10005104,"letterContent":"Thank you State of Nevada for fully funding this project. The materials that I purchased are changing the way my students are rewarded. My kids are highly motivated by food and they are now getting food rewards each month for completing all their iReady minutes and passing 2 lessons per week.\r\n\r\nWith the class set of books, I am now able to teach my class how to use text evidence in their writing. Without a class set, I had to make copies of books so students had the evidence in front of them. They are now able to just look in their books.\r\n\r\nFinally, we are loving the lamps which bring a sense of hominess to the class room. They feel comfortable.","fullyFundedDate":1768524643723,"projectUrl":"project/citing-evidence/10005104/","projectTitle":"Citing Evidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lapuz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5052996_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1515290244086","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5052996"},{"teacherId":10409347,"projectId":10034751,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, our students received folders, clay, paint, games, and balls that have already made a meaningful impact on their daily learning.\r\n\r\nThe folders have helped our students stay organized and take more responsibility for their work. For many of them, having their own materials creates a sense of pride and ownership in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe clay and paint have opened the door for creativity and hands-on learning. My students absolutely light up when they get to create something with their hands. These materials allow them to express their ideas, build confidence, and connect learning with art in a way that is engaging and memorable.\r\n\r\nThe games have been wonderful for practicing important academic and social skills. Through games, students collaborate, problem-solve, and reinforce what they are learning in a fun and low-pressure way.\r\n\r\nThe balls have been a huge hit during recess and movement breaks. They encourage teamwork, physical activity, and give students a healthy outlet for energy so they can come back to the classroom ready to focus.\r\n\r\nYour generosity directly impacts our students' experiences and helps create a classroom environment that is creative, organized, active, and joyful. Many of these opportunities simply would not be possible without the support of donors like you.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my entire class, thank you for investing in our students and believing in their potential. Your support truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1768714042894,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-dyes-3rd-grade/10034751/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Dye’s 3rd Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dye","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10409347"},{"teacherId":8167793,"projectId":9992881,"letterContent":"These new decodable texts have made a powerful difference in how my students learn to read. Each book is carefully designed to match the phonics patterns we are teaching, which allows students to practice exactly the skills they are learning in a meaningful and successful way. As students read, they are identifying letter-sound patterns, blending sounds together, and building confidence with each new word they decode on their own.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is active and joyful. Students eagerly open their books, point to words, stretch out sounds, and reread sentences with growing fluency. Because the text is accessible, students are not guessing or memorizing—they are truly reading. This leads to stronger comprehension and a sense of pride as they realize they can read an entire book independently.\r\n\r\nThese books have been especially impactful for our beginning and struggling readers. Students who once felt frustrated or hesitant are now excited to participate and volunteer to read aloud. I've seen smiles, celebrations, and increased confidence as students realize, \"I can do this!\" Thanks to these texts, every child has the opportunity to experience success and build a strong foundation for lifelong reading.","fullyFundedDate":1768090427950,"projectUrl":"project/giving-young-readers-the-tools-to-succee/9992881/","projectTitle":"Giving Young Readers the Tools to Succeed With Decodable Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kennedy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8167793_orig.jpg?crop=350,350,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737835536431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8167793"},{"teacherId":7628348,"projectId":8011760,"letterContent":"As you all know getting the correct supplies for teachers can be expensive! I would love to have these supplies for my kiddos to ensure we have everything we need for all of our upcoming projects, etc... With these supplies we can enrich our artistic sides, help with social and emotional support, make sure I have what I need for each process and plenty of other ways to utilize everything we get! Ensuring my kiddos are getting more than what only I can provide is very important! Thank you for always supporting your teachers!","fullyFundedDate":1699700841574,"projectUrl":"project/help-create-a-fun-and-engaging-learning/8011760/","projectTitle":"Help Create a Fun and Engaging Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7628348_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699807666474","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7628348"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_32452","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":532,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":28,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":41,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":36,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":75.3,"schoolId":32452,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Miguel Sepulveda Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/washoe-county-school-district/miguel-sepulveda-elementary-school/32452"}