{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mount Rose Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5311484,"projectId":10011048,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom project. My first graders have been absolutely delighted to have new headphones. They have definitely cut back on lost instructional time when it comes to doing work on their iPads. The headphones have also lessened distractions during our technology time because students are not yelling our that they cannot hear.\r\nWe have also enjoyed reading the new books and they have been a great addition to our units. The other supplies that were ordered have all been put to good use in various ways in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768699290945,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/10011048/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ispisua","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5311484"},{"teacherId":7522819,"projectId":9989773,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting our classroom. Because of your kindness, my 4th grade students have had access to materials that have truly brought learning to life in meaningful and creative ways.\r\n\r\nWe have already used many of the resources across multiple subjects. One of our most special projects was for Mother's Day, when students decorated terracotta pots using Posca markers and planted flowers to take home. This project combined art, care for others, and responsibility, and it was so meaningful to watch students create something heartfelt for their families. In science, students used the electric circuit kits to build and explore how energy flows, making abstract concepts tangible and exciting. For social studies and multicultural learning, students created ecosystem dioramas using air-dry clay and mailer boxes, as well as \"casitas\" inspired by Colombia using gingerbread house kits for our multicultural night. These hands-on projects helped students connect deeply to both content and culture.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement in the classroom was immediate and unforgettable. Students' eyes lit up as they explored the Posca markers, carefully opened the circuit kits, and imagined what they could create with the clay and boxes. Many students who are usually quiet or hesitant were eager to participate, ask questions, and share ideas. It created a sense of pride and ownership in their learning that is hard to replicate without these kinds of resources.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to continue integrating these materials into our learning. Students will build on their science understanding by designing their own simple inventions using the circuit kits. In math, we will use the liquid measurement tools for hands-on problem solving, helping students strengthen their understanding of volume and real-world applications. Artistically, students will continue creating projects that reflect both their identities and the diverse cultures we study, especially as we prepare for future school events.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only provided supplies—it has created opportunities for creativity, confidence, and deeper learning. Thank you for investing in my students and for making our classroom a place where hands-on, joyful learning can happen every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768833452679,"projectUrl":"project/stem-creativity/9989773/","projectTitle":"STEM + Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Oates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7522819_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599627918550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7522819"},{"teacherId":5611983,"projectId":9992784,"letterContent":"These opportunities have increased student engagement, encouraged curiosity, and helped foster a love of learning as students explore, experiment, and bring their ideas to life in meaningful and exciting ways.\r\n\r\nThrough building challenges, engineering activities, coding tools, and creative design stations, students are developing critical thinking, perseverance, and teamwork skills.\r\n\r\nStudents are no longer just consumers of information — they are creators, inventors, and collaborators.\r\n\r\nThank you for your donations.","fullyFundedDate":1770225024278,"projectUrl":"project/library-stem-makers-space-and-repair-r/9992784/","projectTitle":"Library STEM, Makers Space, and Repair Restock","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fischer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5611983_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y600&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768235449659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jessiebecklibrary"},{"teacherId":6337738,"projectId":6036403,"letterContent":"I have been using the materials for this sing and play project since receiving them several years ago. The books have given me lots of additional material to enhance music instruction for multiple students over many grade levels. They have been a fabulous resource for jump rope games, circle games, hand clapping games, songs and other activities. I appreciate so much that you chose to support the music classrooms at Mt. Rose! And we will continue to appreciate your gift of support well into the future!","fullyFundedDate":1638256554690,"projectUrl":"project/sing-and-play/6036403/","projectTitle":"Sing and Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Michele Panelli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6337738_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632964504477","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michelepanelli"},{"teacherId":4255590,"projectId":9987139,"letterContent":"My 8th graders absolutely loved this book club. In particular, they flourished in the discussions centered around main themes in the novel. As we studied the author prior to reading the book, many students were surprised the author was so young (high school student) when she began writing the book.\r\n\r\nThe challenges the characters faced and how they overcame them were super relevant today. The students really also watched the movie to compare how they were similar or different from the novel.\r\nThank you for helping me engage my students in such a meaningful way!\r\nSincerely,\r\nMargie Dean","fullyFundedDate":1767986709364,"projectUrl":"project/the-outsiders-8th-grade-book-club/9987139/","projectTitle":"The Outsiders - 8th Grade Book Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4255590"},{"teacherId":8262323,"projectId":9989174,"letterContent":"The HoverAir follow‑me drone has opened up an entirely new level of creativity and independence for my students as they work on their passion projects. Because the drone can autonomously track movement, students are able to film themselves in action—whether they are creating art, conducting science experiments outdoors, practicing athletic routines, or documenting their work from unique angles that would be impossible with a handheld camera. This hands‑free capability allows them to stay fully engaged in their project while still capturing high‑quality footage that they can later analyze, edit, and present.\r\nIn our community‑based photojournalism work, the drone has become an especially powerful tool. Students use it to capture aerial perspectives of local landmarks, community events, and natural spaces that shape our city's story. They've taken great pride in learning how responsible drone use can enhance storytelling—using the bird's‑eye view to show patterns, movement, and connections that aren't visible from the ground. The resulting images and videos have helped students better understand how perspective influences narrative, and they've become more thoughtful, intentional storytellers because of it.\r\nSome students who are typically hesitant to speak up or participate have completely come alive through this technology. A few have taken the lead in planning drone shots, coordinating fieldwork, and editing the footage into compelling short features. Others who struggle in more traditional academic tasks have found confidence in the technical and creative aspects of drone-based storytelling. Watching them step into leadership roles, collaborate with peers, and proudly share their cinematic work has been one of the most exciting parts of introducing this new tool.","fullyFundedDate":1768408221451,"projectUrl":"project/the-best-kind-of-droning-on/9989174/","projectTitle":"The Best Kind of Droning on...","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Oates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8262323"},{"teacherId":5318435,"projectId":10000210,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all that was given to my kindergarten class. I have slowly been adding the new things into our daily practice, and every time that I open something new the kids get so excited. We do iready in our classroom every day, and a few of our headphones were not working as well as they should. With the addition of new headphones each student now has great working headphones. They were so excited. This morning I added the new Legos into our STEM bins and they have already worked so hard at creating something new.\r\n\r\nSoon I will be introducing the play-doh and animals, for them to create habitats for the different animals. \r\n\r\nThe laminator will really help create memories for a long time towards the end of the year. I will be laminating some artifacts I have collected throughout the year and will present it to the families at the end of the year in a book. It will be a kindergarten keepsake for them to keep for many years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you for this opportunity to create more magic in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768166152422,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-creates/10000210/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Creates","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shaffer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5318435"},{"teacherId":4255590,"projectId":9532871,"letterContent":"This grant provided the opportunity for each student to engage in book club reading/writing and discussion more successfully. The ability to have an individual copy of the book per student allowed the students to read both at school and at home. This increased both the effort and depth of response students were able to put forth in their work. \r\n\r\nThank you for your continual support and engagement in the work we do in my ELA classroom. I am blessed to do this work with your children and cannot tell you how much I appreciate this partnership.","fullyFundedDate":1754445223276,"projectUrl":"project/ghost-book-club/9532871/","projectTitle":"Ghost Book Club!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4255590"},{"teacherId":4255590,"projectId":9587728,"letterContent":"These supplies provided in this grant have been helpful in allowing my students to annotate text, develop close reading strategies for success and use color to enhance organization of ideas.\r\n\r\nIn addition, I have been able to teach students to enhance their note taking strategies, have deeper discussions and create higher level questions based on improving their interaction with every selection we read together.\r\n\r\nI could not do the work I do without your partnership and support. \r\n\r\nAs always, thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1755313349379,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies-for-ela/9587728/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies for ELA","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4255590"},{"teacherId":4255590,"projectId":9053623,"letterContent":"Each of these books centered around the theme of the power of the human experience and the significance of enduring difficulties in life. Whether reading of a young boy (Peak) climbing Everest, a young black girl experiencing racism as one of the Little Rock Nine (March Forward Girl) or a young girl shot by the Taliban for seeking an education (I Am Malala) my students all gained insight into the strength of the human spirit over tragedy and difficulty. All 3 of these novel groups were a GREAT success!\r\nThank you helping these reading experiences and life changing lessons become a reality.","fullyFundedDate":1736961428567,"projectUrl":"project/4th-quarter-book-clubs/9053623/","projectTitle":"4th Quarter Book Clubs!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4255590"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_49074","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":420,"numTeachers":23,"percentFrplEligible":19,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":52,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":36,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"18.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":77.8,"schoolId":49074,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mount Rose Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mount Rose Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/washoe-county-school-district/mt-rose-elementary-school/49074"}