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Ms. McDermott's Classroom

  • Mater Academy East
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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  • EmpowerEd: Special Minds, Lifelong Skills

    Funded Sep 20, 2023

    I hope this letter finds you well and filled with the same warmth and gratitude we feel here at Mater. On behalf of our entire community, I want to express our most profound appreciation for your recent donation of sensory items, workbooks, and incentives for our students. Your generosity has made a profound impact on our school and the lives of our students.

    The sensory items and workbooks you provided have been a game-changer for our students, especially during our daily Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) time. Witnessing our students' excitement and joy as they explore and engage with these resources has been heartwarming. Your contribution has not only enriched their learning experiences but has also helped to foster a positive and inclusive environment within our school.

    One of the most significant ways your donation has made a difference is through our Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) stores. Thanks to your support, we were able to stock our stores with various items that our students can now purchase using their earned points. This has incentivized positive behavior and empowered our students to take ownership of their actions and choices.”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. McDermott

    This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community and one other donor.
  • Empowering Spirit: Funding for Essential Cheer Team Materials

    Funded Sep 20, 2023

    On behalf of our entire cheer team, I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for the incredibly generous donation of bows, poms, and backpacks. Your support has enhanced our performance and infused a newfound sense of team spirit among our members.

    The excitement that rippled through our team when the package arrived was palpable. The anticipation and curiosity reached a crescendo as we unwrapped each item, revealing the vibrant bows, energetic poms, and stylish backpacks that now form an integral part of our cheer gear. Your thoughtful contribution has elevated our visual appeal and fostered a sense of unity and camaraderie among the team members.

    As we incorporate these new additions into our performances, we are confident that they will not only catch the eye of the audience but also instill a sense of pride and unity within our team. Your contribution has significantly boosted our morale and strengthened our resolve to excel in our endeavors.

    Your generosity has made a lasting impact on the lives of our cheerleaders, and we are truly grateful for your support. We are committed to representing our school and community with the utmost dedication, and your contribution has provided us with the tools to do so with even greater enthusiasm.

    Once again, thank you for your kindness and generosity. Your belief in our team means the world to us, and we look forward to making you proud with our enhanced cheer performances.”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. McDermott

    This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community and 2 other donors.
  • Incentives To Promote Positive Behaviors

    Funded Nov 2, 2021

    Thank you for your kind and generous donations! My students and I feel so blessed to have this project fully funded.

    My students absolutely love the incentives they get to choose from. The social-emotional learning materials have helped to give my students strategies to help them persevere through the challenges they experience daily. In addition, my students have been able to learn how to use the Cricut to customize gifts!

    When the materials arrived they thought it was Christmas in our classroom! Next week is teacher appreciation week and my students are really excited to design items to give to their favorite staff around the school. Mater East appreciates your generosity as always!!”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. McDermott

    This classroom project was brought to life by Nevada Department of Education.
Help me motivate my students! We are excited to finally have the opportunity to attend school in person this year! However, some of the behavior issues we have experienced this year have pushed us to seek ways to promote a schoolwide positive reinforcement system. My elementary school students need items that they are excited to earn each week. Therefore, I am also requesting various items that include bracelets, fidget toys, art supplies, and a Cricut. The Cricut will be used in our CTE class to personalize the water bottles and the tote bags. We are changing the lives of young adults one day at a time with a positive approach.

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Help me motivate my students! We are excited to finally have the opportunity to attend school in person this year! However, some of the behavior issues we have experienced this year have pushed us to seek ways to promote a schoolwide positive reinforcement system. My elementary school students need items that they are excited to earn each week. Therefore, I am also requesting various items that include bracelets, fidget toys, art supplies, and a Cricut. The Cricut will be used in our CTE class to personalize the water bottles and the tote bags. We are changing the lives of young adults one day at a time with a positive approach.

About my class

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