{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Vernon Price Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9440566,"projectId":9864482,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my DonorsChoose project, \"Paper Power! Helping Kindergarteners Learn, Create, and Grow!\" Your generosity has made a very meaningful difference in our kindergarten classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students now have the paper they need to learn, practice, and create every single day. From writing their first sentences and practicing letter formation to drawing pictures that support their ideas, paper has become an essential part of our learning routine. For many of my students, these materials are what make it possible for them to fully participate and feel confident in their work.\r\n\r\nI've already seen the impact: students are more engaged during writing time, excited to share their work with classmates, and proud to take ownership of their learning. Having consistent access to these supplies allows me to focus on teaching—and allows my students to focus on growing as readers, writers, and thinkers.\r\n\r\nYour kindness reminds my students that there are people beyond our classroom who believe in them and care about their education. Thank you for investing in their future and helping create a learning environment where they can thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1764371912380,"projectUrl":"project/paper-power-helping-kindergarteners-lea/9864482/","projectTitle":"Paper Power! Helping Kindergarteners Learn, Create, and Grow!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ealy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9440566"},{"teacherId":10049603,"projectId":9402774,"letterContent":"When my students and I began using the new resources, the excitement in the room was immediate. We introduced the stamps, stencils, and markers during a creative writing and vocabulary activity, and the students were fully engaged from the moment the supplies came out. Instead of simply writing their words, they stamped patterns around their sentences, used stencils to decorate their pages, and added color to show meaning or emotion. It instantly transformed a routine task into something hands-on and joyful.\r\n\r\nTheir reactions when they first saw the materials were priceless—wide eyes, quick smiles, and an instant buzz of curiosity. Several students asked, \"Can we start now?\" before the directions were even finished. Students who are usually hesitant to write were suddenly leaning in, eager to participate. The materials helped create an atmosphere where creativity felt accessible for every learner.\r\n\r\nAs for what's next, we're continuing to build on this momentum. Students will be using the stamps and stencils to design story covers and practice labeling diagrams in our upcoming science unit. These tools are helping them take ownership of their work and stay excited about learning. Your support has truly brought new energy into our classroom, and we're so grateful for it.","fullyFundedDate":1751985219271,"projectUrl":"project/writing-center-supplies/9402774/","projectTitle":"Writing Center Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Angeles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10049603_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751988945492","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-angeles"},{"teacherId":9132237,"projectId":9513810,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our \"Mindful About Math\" project! I have noticed my students are very excited when it is time for us start our math block. We have a math pledge that we say daily \"I pledge to embrace the challenges of mathematics with perseverance and curiosity. I will approach problems with an open mind, seeking understanding rather than mere solutions. I commit to continuous learning, recognizing that mistakes are opportunities for growth.\" I emphasize the part about \"seeking understanding rather than mere solutions\" because in order to master skills, students need to understand what the problem is asking. \r\n\r\nYour donation has made it possible for our classroom to receive math posters, a fraction war game, magnetic math symbols, and new math books for our library. These resources have transformed how our Title I students engage with math by helping them visualize concepts, practice skills, and build confidence. Your generosity has made math clearer, more enjoyable, and truly meaningful for our young learners this year!","fullyFundedDate":1754095878934,"projectUrl":"project/mindful-about-math/9513810/","projectTitle":"Mindful About Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dorsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9132237_orig.jpg?crop=1179,1179,x0,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731026892283","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9132237"},{"teacherId":2770873,"projectId":9321661,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our \"Literature Circles\" book project! Because of your generosity, our classroom library is growing to include sets of new nonfiction and diverse fiction books that engage every type of reader. We are excited that these books are helping even our most struggling readers find a love for reading that they didn't know they previously had. The wide variety and selection of books really made the reading more enjoyable than ever. Your donation helps my Title I students explore new genres, discover their interests, and develop a lifelong love of reading. You are truly helping us turn readers into leaders!","fullyFundedDate":1755210299334,"projectUrl":"project/literature-circles/9321661/","projectTitle":"Literature Circles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2770873_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651517156870","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msmannsclass"},{"teacherId":9107787,"projectId":9266605,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donations toward our new classroom carpet. Your support means so much to us!\r\n\r\nThe carpet has already made a huge difference in creating a cozy, welcoming space where students can gather for lessons, group activities, and story time. It gives us a central spot to build community, learn together, and feel comfortable in our classroom home.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has not only provided us with a practical resource, but it has also shown my students that people outside of our classroom believe in them and their learning. That encouragement is truly priceless.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and thoughtfulness. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping us make it a safe, engaging, and joyful place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1746785353844,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-room-wanted-help-us-stretch-out/9266605/","projectTitle":"Wiggle Room Wanted: Help Us Stretch Out and Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Estes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9107787_orig.jpg?crop=537,537,x13,y174&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727722025224","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9107787"},{"teacherId":2770873,"projectId":9207659,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in providing supplies like Expo markers, colored paper, and paper bags. These materials made a big impact during end-of-year projects, helping students engage, create, and learn. I know paper bags seems like a strange request here on Donors Choose, but they make great vests for detailing the plot of a chapter book. We were even able to stretch some of the supplies into the new school year! Your support brought joy, creativity, and a sense of care to our classroom. We're truly grateful for your kindness and investment in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1744032774822,"projectUrl":"project/basic-supplies-to-end-the-year/9207659/","projectTitle":"Basic Supplies to End the Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2770873_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651517156870","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msmannsclass"},{"teacherId":9827267,"projectId":9471716,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generosity. It has made a big impact already. My students were very excited to see all the supplies, and we have already started using them. \r\n\r\nThey were especially excited about the dry erase markers as well as the pencils as we commonly use and run out if those items.\r\n\r\nYour donation has already made an impact on the students as well as myself.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase board wipes are amazing and in use everyday. \r\n\r\nThe sanitizing wipes and spray are always greatly needed items as the school year continues.\r\n\r\nThanks again for all your help.","fullyFundedDate":1754677176806,"projectUrl":"project/start-the-school-year-right/9471716/","projectTitle":"Start the School Year Right!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9827267"},{"teacherId":2770873,"projectId":8920873,"letterContent":"Thank you for your continued support of our campus and the after school clubs that we provide for our students. The end of the day is a fun time for us to try new skills. Girl Talk and Boys Club is a great opportunity for our students to get to know one another outside the classroom setting, but their bellies needed just a little more to push through to the extended end of the day. Your generosity really helped bridge the gap between our ability to provide another club after school and sending our kiddos home hungry at the end of the day. Your generosity does not go unnoticed, we appreciate all the snacks you have gifted us with. About 50 students go home every Thursday with happy full tummies. All because of your support.","fullyFundedDate":1733703233081,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-after-school-programs/8920873/","projectTitle":"Snacks for After School Programs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2770873_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651517156870","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msmannsclass"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_10908","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":317,"numTeachers":30,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":45,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":33,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.0,"schoolId":10908,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Vernon Price Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Vernon Price Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/mesquite-independent-school-district/vernon-price-elementary-school/10908"}