{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Airport Heights Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":46.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1419694,"projectId":10463335,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping to fund this project. I was able to purchase gift cards to use in accessing teacher created resources via the Teachers Pay Teachers platform. Most of our curriculum is dull and lacks the rich hands on 'fun' activities that connect best with our students. I was able to purchase cut/paste, sort practice review activities along with special projects such as step by step self portraits and design your own middle ages coat of arms with little time and prep on my end. Thank you for providing me that opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1787076904062,"projectUrl":"project/beg-borrow-buy/10463335/","projectTitle":"Beg, Borrow, & Buy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rolfzen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1419694_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699044688018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1419694"},{"teacherId":1419694,"projectId":10535703,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom. The addition of new social emotional picture books has been great. I'm able to easily pull a book for a quick lesson such as how to identify your emotions by reading a relatable story, discussing, then practicing the positive choices one can make. The fidget tools purchased are used to silently move their bodies with out distracting others by gently rubbing the textured sticker at their desk, squeezing or spinning. Silent movement like those using the items you helped purchase is so helpful at limiting verbal interruptions and distractions.","fullyFundedDate":1790951929919,"projectUrl":"project/meeting-the-emotional-needs-of-all/10535703/","projectTitle":"Meeting the Emotional Needs of All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rolfzen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1419694_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699044688018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1419694"},{"teacherId":1419694,"projectId":10535812,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our project. The snacks purchased are being enjoyed daily. When the many boxes first arrived I chose a student helper to pick them up in the office. Walking back and forth to gather was an event in it's self and gave that student purpose and a goal to complete. Back in class we eagerly unboxed and oohed, ahhed at each snack item then created a big box of mixed snacks. Each day when it's snack time the helper of the week walks around with the box and each student choosing what they'd like. It's honestly the favorite part of the day for a lot of students and they look forward to it.","fullyFundedDate":1793385113466,"projectUrl":"project/im-hungry-snacks-please/10535812/","projectTitle":"I'm Hungry, Snacks Please","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rolfzen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1419694_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699044688018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1419694"},{"teacherId":1419694,"projectId":10463384,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our project Snacks for All. The snacks purchased are being enjoyed daily. When the many boxes first arrived I chose a student helper to pick them up in the office. Walking back and forth to gather was an event in it's self and gave that student purpose and a goal to complete. Back in class we eagerly unboxed and oohed, ahhed at each snack item then created a big box of mixed snacks. Each day when it's snack time the helper of the week walks around with the box and each student choosing what they'd like. It's honestly the favorite part of the day for a lot of students and they look forward to it.","fullyFundedDate":1787431285308,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-all/10463384/","projectTitle":"Snacks for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rolfzen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1419694_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699044688018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1419694"},{"teacherId":9744142,"projectId":10343158,"letterContent":"Over the last few weeks, we have had lots of packages delivered. The students were so excited to see all of the boxes arrive in our classroom, especially when I told them that inside were things purchased for our class for them to use.\r\n\r\nThe students helped me open each package, and we put all of our new books on the shelf. We've started reading the new books as a class, and soon the kids will get to take them home to practice their reading with their family members. We've also been using our new pointers, which have been very useful for finding words on the word wall, reading sight words, counting to 100, and pointing to words on the board.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation. Without you, we would have had extremely limited options for books that my students could read. A lot of books in our library are well beyond their current reading levels, but I want each of them to know that reading is for them too. Thank you for providing the resources to make that possible!","fullyFundedDate":1789329402109,"projectUrl":"project/early-readers-for-future-leaders/10343158/","projectTitle":"Early Readers for Future Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cinti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9744142"},{"teacherId":9160726,"projectId":10095019,"letterContent":"Hello! Sorry for the delayed response. Thank you SO much for your generous support! I am really grateful that you've been willing to support my students. Tissue isn't a very glamorous item but I tell you what, they are NECESSARY! Even something as mundane as a box of tissues help keep my classroom running smoothly (and stay clean! ick!). The headphones are hugely helpful because they enable students to work on independent learning websites without having audio blasting from 35 different machines - this makes a massive difference in the atmosphere of my classroom. \r\n\r\nThanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1773412091697,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-tissue-headphones-for-36-third/10095019/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Tissue, Headphones for 36 Third Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ribbens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9160726_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700003267457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9160726"},{"teacherId":5683206,"projectId":10327841,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to see our new books, craft supplies, and classroom resources arrive! They immediately wanted to explore the books, talk about the stories, and imagine the projects we could create together. Their excitement reminded me how powerful it is to give students materials that reflect their curiosity and invite them to learn.\r\n\r\nWe are using the Indigenous picture books during our read-alouds and classroom discussions to explore themes of community, family, belonging, stewardship, and respect. After reading, students are creating hands-on art projects inspired by the stories and sharing their ideas with classmates. These activities give students opportunities to practice literacy skills while also building creativity, communication, collaboration, and empathy.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments has been watching students make connections between the stories and their own lives. They eagerly share family traditions, ask thoughtful questions, and listen to one another's experiences. The new classroom resources are also helping us build routines, celebrate positive choices, and create a classroom community where students feel valued and supported.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue exploring these stories and use them as inspiration for additional reading, writing, art, and community-building activities. We will continue learning from one another and finding ways to connect the stories we read to our own classroom community.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students these meaningful opportunities to learn, create, and grow together. Your generosity has made our classroom a richer, more welcoming place for every child.","fullyFundedDate":1785331583332,"projectUrl":"project/building-our-classroom-family/10327841/","projectTitle":"Building Our Classroom Family","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Long","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5683206_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547918941325","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5683206"},{"teacherId":10625695,"projectId":10626288,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our Care Cart is now stocked and available for students to use whenever they need a little extra care during the school day. Students can discreetly access personal care items like toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, hair supplies, and other essentials right from my counseling office. It has been wonderful to see students become comfortable asking for what they need and knowing there is a safe, judgment-free place to get it.\r\n\r\nThe Care Cart is about so much more than toiletries as it helps remove small barriers that can feel very big to a child. When students feel clean, comfortable, and confident, they can return to class feeling more prepared to focus and learn. Moving forward, I'll continue keeping the Care Cart accessible to students and normalizing asking for help when they need it. Thank you for helping me create another way for our students to feel cared for, supported, and ready to learn each day!","fullyFundedDate":1789505768305,"projectUrl":"project/care-cart-helping-students-feel-their-b/10626288/","projectTitle":"Care Cart: Helping Students Feel Their Best","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10625695_orig.jpg?crop=3000,3000,x0,y500&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787423313312","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10625695"},{"teacherId":5292489,"projectId":10420164,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and providing my students with the supplies they need for our learning centers!\r\n\r\nThese materials have made such a positive impact in our classroom. My first graders are excited to use the new supplies during centers, where they have opportunities to practice their reading, writing, math, and problem-solving skills in fun and engaging ways. Having the right materials allows my students to work independently, collaborate with their classmates, and build confidence as learners.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a classroom where my students can learn, explore, and grow without worrying about whether they have the supplies they need. Something as simple as having materials readily available can make a big difference in a child's willingness to participate and try something new.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping make learning exciting and meaningful. Your kindness is making a difference every day in our classroom, and I am truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1789614799194,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-centers/10420164/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Belinda Rector","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5292489_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526578748527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rector"},{"teacherId":9752023,"projectId":10221917,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in bringing science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) games and toys to our school library this winter. Your kindness gives students opportunities to explore, create, and learn through play.\r\n\r\nThese hands-on activities make our library a welcoming place where students can build, solve puzzles, test ideas, and work together. They help students practice problem-solving, creativity, and perseverance while discovering that learning can be fun.\r\n\r\nDuring the winter months inside, these games offer an engaging way to keep curious minds active. Each challenge encourages students to ask questions, try a different approach, and build confidence in their abilities. What begins as play can spark an interest in STEM and motivate students to keep learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping make our library a place of discovery and possibility. We are grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1787076904455,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-curiosity-next-winter-stem-supp/10221917/","projectTitle":"Fueling Curiosity Next Winter: STEM Supplies for the Upcoming Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hollis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9752023_orig.jpg?crop=2544,2544,x0,y322&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755295368974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9752023"},{"teacherId":9752023,"projectId":10223636,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of brand-new books to our school library. Your thoughtful contribution has brought vibrant new life to our shelves, transforming our library into an even more captivating hub of discovery. With these fresh, diverse titles, you have updated our collection with engaging stories that reflect our students' varied interests while providing our teachers with rich resources to enhance their daily lessons.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your kindness has sparked a wonderful enthusiasm for reading among our students. Seeing and holding pristine, new books makes reading feel like a special privilege, inspiring even our most hesitant readers to dive into a story. Beyond boosting literacy and academic success, your donation shows our children that their community truly cares about their future. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us foster a lifelong love for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1779645976379,"projectUrl":"project/opening-worlds-the-lasting-gift-of-lite/10223636/","projectTitle":"Opening Worlds: The Lasting Gift of Literacy and Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hollis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9752023_orig.jpg?crop=2544,2544,x0,y322&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755295368974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9752023"},{"teacherId":10625695,"projectId":10535008,"letterContent":"Your generosity has already made such a wonderful impact in my counseling room! Because of your support, my students now have a collection of diverse Barbie dolls that better reflect the many identities, abilities, body types, and backgrounds represented in our school community.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful moments has been hearing a student excitedly say, \"She looks like me!\" as they discover the new dolls. Those few words capture exactly why this project was so important. Every child deserves opportunities to see themselves represented and celebrated.\r\n\r\nThese dolls are more than just toys. They create opportunities for students to feel seen, express themselves, build connections, and learn through play.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me create a counseling space where every student knows they belong and are represented. I am incredibly grateful for your support and the joy you have already brought to my students! 🩷","fullyFundedDate":1787753203930,"projectUrl":"project/barbies-that-look-like-us/10535008/","projectTitle":"Barbies That Look Like Us","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10625695_orig.jpg?crop=3000,3000,x0,y500&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787423313312","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10625695"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_66849","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":248,"numTeachers":22,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":25,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":10,"percentIndigenous":16,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":12,"percentMultiracialImputed":17,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":53.7,"schoolId":66849,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Airport Heights Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Airport Heights Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/alaska/anchorage-school-district/airport-heights-elementary-school/66849"}