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Thank you so much!!","fullyFundedDate":1768172722276,"projectUrl":"project/new-teacher-supply-lists/9996607/","projectTitle":"New Teacher Supply Lists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Patchin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399753"},{"teacherId":1854172,"projectId":9992456,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kind donation; we really appreciate it. The library is a calming space, filled with activities to engage every child. It is with your support that I am able to continue to grow this space into a safe, learning environment. \r\n\r\nThe students love coming to the library to use the beanbags, chairs, and puzzles we can provide for them. I think it has made many students love the library, and they will continue to be lifelong library users. \r\n\r\nThank you again for all your support and help in providing an educational and safe place for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768447893103,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-in-the-library/9992456/","projectTitle":"Cozy in the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chappell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1854172_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634830102466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1854172"},{"teacherId":8141186,"projectId":9989683,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Bright Tools for Bright 1st Graders.\"\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our first graders now have the bright, engaging tools they\r\nneed to learn, explore, and grow. The new materials have already brought\r\nexcitement to our classroom, and the students were thrilled to see all the wonderful\r\nsupplies arrive. It's amazing to watch their curiosity and confidence grow when they\r\nhave the right tools in their hands.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create a positive learning environment where every child feels\r\nencouraged to try their best. These resources will help my students practice important skills, work together, and build a love of learning that will stay with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1768072701007,"projectUrl":"project/bright-tools-for-bright-first-graders/9989683/","projectTitle":"Bright Tools for Bright First Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Collins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8141186_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767897240441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8141186"},{"teacherId":8169426,"projectId":10021397,"letterContent":"Thank you for the donation. My students have thoroughly enjoyed the books. They are a great edition to our class library and the books really encourage students to read. They have helped promote and foster a true love for reading (students are asking me if they can have free time to READ! :)) \r\nAll of the rewards and reinforcers have reinforced positive behaviors and students are excited when they get to \"cash in\" their earned points for one of the reinforcers. The challenging behaviors have significantly decreased and the positive behaviors have increased, YAY!\r\nAgain, thank you for your generous donation. It really has helped change the climate of my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768677897210,"projectUrl":"project/books-more/10021397/","projectTitle":"Books & More","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Spencer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8169426_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636495244449","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8169426"},{"teacherId":10405023,"projectId":10024738,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for supporting \"Super Heroes Cape to Success.\" When the boxes arrived, the energy in our classroom was electric. My students were beyond excited to see the new whiteboards, markers, and erasers. It was a beautiful moment that immediately turned our learning space into a place of empowerment.\r\n\r\nCurrently, we are using these resources to boost our literacy and Math content. For example, when students encounter a difficult math problem or a tough word, they now \"power up\" using their superhero mindset. Seeing them engage so deeply with the material has been the highlight of my semester.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students more than just supplies; you've given them the confidence to believe they can conquer any academic challenge. Where students will identify how they can use their \"superpowers\" to help others. Thank you for being the real heroes in our classroom journey!","fullyFundedDate":1768673000236,"projectUrl":"project/super-heroes-cape-to-success/10024738/","projectTitle":"Super Heroes Cape to Success.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gloynes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10405023"},{"teacherId":6146905,"projectId":10007753,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my students. They absolutely love the rocker seating and eagerly rush to them during silent or partner reading. It has made a noticeable difference in their engagement and comfort.\r\n\r\nThe greenhouses and seeds we received are also making a big impact, allowing my students to observe the plant life cycle firsthand. We are eagerly awaiting our sprouts so we can transplant them into our school garden and sell starter plants at our Spring Farmers Market.\r\n\r\nYour support is truly invaluable.","fullyFundedDate":1768188666751,"projectUrl":"project/plant-one-on-us/10007753/","projectTitle":"Plant One on Us","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Minoli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6146905"},{"teacherId":9366750,"projectId":9990525,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my project. Because of your donation, I was able to make Calm Down Kits for every single classroom on my campus. Students have been using these kits to help them regulate their emotions throughout the day.\r\n\r\nI have taught all classes to recognize when they are feeling upset and to use calming skills and tools from the kit to regulate their emotions before they escalate to a point that causes a big problem. \r\n\r\nAll of our teachers and students are thankful for this project because it helps them get through the day, especially when I am not available to help right away. I appreciate your donation. It has made a huge difference.","fullyFundedDate":1768184675381,"projectUrl":"project/calm-down-tools-and-social-skills-mater/9990525/","projectTitle":"Calm-Down Tools and Social Skills Materials for Student Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Totino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9366750_orig.jpg?crop=2207,2207,x0,y191&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767839674243","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9366750"},{"teacherId":10411180,"projectId":10037597,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to new resources that have already begun transforming the way they learn and participate in class. We have been using the materials during small group instruction and hands-on learning activities, which allow students to actively explore concepts rather than simply reading about them. One of the most memorable moments occurred during a recent lesson when students worked together using the new materials to solve problems and share their thinking with classmates. The resources helped students stay engaged, collaborate, and build confidence as they explained their ideas.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. Many of them were eager to jump in and start using the resources right away. It was rewarding to see their curiosity and enthusiasm as they explored the materials and asked questions about how we would use them in upcoming lessons. For several students, having access to new learning tools made them feel valued and motivated to do their best work.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these resources will continue to play an important role in our classroom learning. Students will use them during upcoming lessons and projects that focus on building critical thinking, problem solving, and collaboration skills. As we continue our current unit, students will apply what they are learning through group activities and independent practice that help deepen their understanding of key concepts. Your generosity has created meaningful opportunities for my students, and I am truly grateful for the impact you have made in our classroom. Thank you for investing in their learning and success.","fullyFundedDate":1769101804886,"projectUrl":"project/bright-futures-in-the-making/10037597/","projectTitle":"Bright Futures in the Making!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Webster","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10411180"},{"teacherId":7164129,"projectId":9990090,"letterContent":"My students and I sincerely thank you for your generous donation to our project. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. The students have truly enjoyed having new books and comfortable seating that help keep them engaged and excited about reading.\r\nThey have also loved playing the reading games. Since adding these activities to our center rotations, I have already begun to see growth in their reading skills. It is wonderful to watch their confidence and enthusiasm for learning grow.\r\nYour generosity has greatly benefited this group of first graders and will continue to support many more students in the future. 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M.J. Christensen Elementary School is
an urban public school
in Las Vegas, Nevada that is part of Clark County School District.
It serves 487 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 14.8:1.
Its teachers have had 119 projects funded on Ðǿմ«Ã½.
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62%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
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M.J. Christensen Elementary School
$71,845
raised using Ðǿմ«Ã½
119
projects
funded
60
teachers
funded
127
donors
16
projects
for
basic supplies
13
projects for
technology
18
projects for
books
M.J. Christensen Elementary School has received support from
62 individuals from Nevada and
65 individuals out-of-state.