{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Clarence A Piggott Academy","outOfStateSupporters":23.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2584320,"projectId":10568888,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom by providing materials for our IB hands-on learning activities! As an IB classroom, we encourage our students to be curious, ask questions, explore new ideas, and make connections to the world around them. Having the right materials makes these learning experiences even more meaningful and engaging.\r\n\r\nMy students learn so much through hands-on exploration, collaboration, and opportunities to create, experiment, and discover. These materials allow them to take an active role in their learning, think creatively, and develop important skills as young inquirers. 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It has already made such a big difference in the learning experiences I am able to provide for my students. I have created and printed several small-group activities and hands-on learning projects that use bright, colorful visuals to help make learning more engaging and exciting.\r\n\r\nAs a kindergarten teacher, I love finding creative ways to make learning fun, interactive, and meaningful. Having access to a color printer allows me to create materials that capture my students' attention, support different learning needs, and bring our classroom activities to life. I have already printed so many projects that would not have been the same without color!\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and giving me another tool to help my students learn, explore, and grow. Your generosity allows me to create more engaging learning opportunities and make everyday lessons a little more special. 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The balloons, birthday books, and special little gifts bring so much excitement and joy to our classroom!\r\n\r\nI love being able to make each student's birthday feel like a big deal and give them a moment to shine. These special surprises not only make the birthday child feel loved and celebrated, but they also help create happy classroom memories that we will cherish.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps make our classroom feel like a little family where every child is important and celebrated. Thank you for helping create these special moments for my students and for making their kindergarten birthdays even more magical.","fullyFundedDate":1787283617873,"projectUrl":"project/every-child-deserves-a-birthday-surprise/10386878/","projectTitle":"Every Child Deserves a Birthday Surprise","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holcombe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2584320_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522254670650","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-holcombe-lv"},{"teacherId":2584320,"projectId":10386871,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing my students with pencil boxes to help organize their school supplies! My students were so excited to have their own boxes to keep their pencils, crayons, scissors, glue sticks, and other supplies organized and within reach.\r\n\r\nHaving a designated place for their supplies makes our classroom routines run so much more smoothly. It helps my students stay organized, take responsibility for their belongings, and become more independent throughout the school day. It's amazing how something so simple can make such a big difference in our daily learning!\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a more organized classroom where my students can focus on what matters most: learning, growing, and doing their best. Thank you for thinking of my students and providing them with something they will use every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1785331584613,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-every-pencil/10386871/","projectTitle":"A Place For Every Pencil","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holcombe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2584320_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522254670650","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-holcombe-lv"},{"teacherId":2584320,"projectId":10096100,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for supporting my class with Scholastic magazines! My students absolutely love their time learning about the weekly topics Scholastic offers. I love how the topics perfectly align with our classroom learning and provide meaningful opportunities to build on what we are already studying.\r\n\r\nThe Let's Find Out and Science Spin magazines bring so much excitement to our learning. My students love exploring new topics, discovering interesting facts, asking questions, and making connections to the world around them. These magazines make learning engaging, fun, and accessible for all of my students while encouraging their natural curiosity.\r\n\r\nYour generosity provides my students with valuable learning experiences that they look forward to each week. Thank you for investing in their education, fostering their love of learning, and helping make our classroom an even more exciting place to grow and discover. We are so grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1781207338320,"projectUrl":"project/scholastic-magazines-social-studies-and/10096100/","projectTitle":"Scholastic Magazines-Social Studies and Science on Every Page","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holcombe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2584320_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522254670650","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-holcombe-lv"},{"teacherId":10399149,"projectId":10421456,"letterContent":"Thank you for bringing nonfiction news into our fourth-grade classroom! These texts have given students opportunities to learn about the world while strengthening their reading skills. During our reading lessons, students identify main ideas, find supporting details, build vocabulary, and use text evidence to explain their thinking. They especially enjoy discovering facts and sharing what they learn with classmates. Next, we will continue comparing articles, discussing perspectives, and connecting what we read to our science and social studies lessons. Thank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1785684859357,"projectUrl":"project/extra-extra-fourth-graders-need-non-fi/10421456/","projectTitle":"Extra! Extra! Fourth Graders Need Non-Fiction News!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krisinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10399149_orig.jpg?crop=1266,1266,x1049,y756&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785446260928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399149"},{"teacherId":10399149,"projectId":10460561,"letterContent":"Thank you for bringing creativity into our fourth-grade classroom! My students were excited to explore their new art supplies and express themselves through colorful, imaginative projects. These materials have allowed students to experiment with different techniques, develop their creativity, and take pride in their work. Next, we will continue using art to connect with our classroom lessons, explore new ideas, and celebrate each student's unique talents. Your generosity has made these experiences possible!","fullyFundedDate":1786542215907,"projectUrl":"project/creating-exploring-and-expressing-thro/10460561/","projectTitle":"Creating, Exploring, and Expressing Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krisinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10399149_orig.jpg?crop=1266,1266,x1049,y756&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785446260928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399149"},{"teacherId":10399149,"projectId":10419604,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Hands-On STEM: Building, Designing, and Thinking Big!\" project! Your generosity has helped bring exciting opportunities for creativity, exploration, and problem-solving into our fourth-grade classroom. These materials have allowed my students to experience learning in a hands-on way while developing important skills that extend beyond traditional classroom lessons.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding parts of this project has been seeing my students' excitement about having new STEM materials available in our classroom. Fourth graders are naturally curious, and they love opportunities to build, experiment, and discover how things work. The materials have provided a new way for students to engage with learning, allowing them to explore their ideas and challenge themselves through creative activities.\r\n\r\nWe have been able to incorporate these resources into activities that encourage students to think like engineers. Students can plan designs, build structures, test their ideas, and make improvements when something does not work as expected. Rather than being given step-by-step instructions for every task, students have opportunities to make their own decisions and discover solutions through trial and error. These experiences help reinforce the idea that mistakes are an important part of learning and that perseverance often leads to success.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite aspects of hands-on STEM learning is watching students work together to solve challenges. When students are building or designing, they naturally begin discussing their ideas, explaining their reasoning, and considering different approaches. Sometimes their first design does not work, and they must figure out what went wrong. These moments are valuable because students learn to communicate, compromise, and think critically while working toward a common goal.\r\n\r\nThe materials have also helped me provide learning experiences that reach students with different strengths and interests. Some students who may be hesitant to participate in traditional academic activities become much more confident when they can demonstrate their thinking through building and creating. Hands-on learning allows students to experience success in different ways while strengthening their problem-solving skills, spatial reasoning, and creativity.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I have been able to create more engaging opportunities for students to apply concepts from science, mathematics, and engineering. These activities encourage students to ask questions, make predictions, test solutions, and reflect on their results. They also help students understand that learning is not always about finding one correct answer, but sometimes about exploring multiple possibilities and explaining their thinking.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, I plan to build on these experiences by introducing additional engineering challenges that require students to design, test, and improve their creations. Students will continue practicing teamwork, perseverance, and creative problem-solving as they take on increasingly complex challenges. My hope is that these experiences will encourage them to approach unfamiliar problems with curiosity and confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and making these opportunities possible. Your generosity has provided more than STEM supplies. You have helped create an environment where students can explore their interests, develop new skills, and discover the excitement of learning through hands-on experiences. These materials will continue to inspire creativity, collaboration, and big thinking in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1787205951889,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-stem-building-designing-and/10419604/","projectTitle":"Hands-On STEM: Building, Designing, and Thinking Big!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krisinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10399149_orig.jpg?crop=1266,1266,x1049,y756&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785446260928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399149"},{"teacherId":10399149,"projectId":10418175,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring new chapter books into the hands of my fourth-grade students! Your generosity has helped us expand our classroom library and provide students with more opportunities to discover the joy of reading. Having access to fresh, engaging books makes a meaningful difference in encouraging students to read independently, explore new interests, and develop confidence in their reading abilities.\r\n\r\nOne of my biggest goals as a fourth-grade teacher is to help students see reading as something they can enjoy, rather than simply another assignment they need to complete. At this age, students are transitioning into more complex texts, and finding books that capture their attention is especially important. The new chapter books have helped provide more choices and opportunities for students to discover stories that interest them. When students find books they genuinely enjoy, they are more motivated to read and more willing to challenge themselves.\r\n\r\nMy students were excited to see new books added to our classroom library. There is something special about watching students browse through different titles, read the back covers, and eagerly decide which book they want to try first. It is especially rewarding to see students become invested in a story, recommend books to their classmates, or look forward to finding out what happens in the next chapter.\r\n\r\nReading is an important part of our daily classroom routine. Students have opportunities to read independently, participate in discussions, and practice comprehension strategies that help them become stronger readers. These new books support essential fourth-grade reading skills, including identifying character traits, making inferences, summarizing important events, determining themes, and using text evidence to support their thinking. As students progress through longer stories, they also practice tracking character development, understanding plot structure, and recognizing how events connect throughout a text.\r\n\r\nThe chapter books have also created opportunities for meaningful conversations about reading. Students can discuss characters' decisions, make predictions, and share their opinions about events in a story. These discussions help students develop their communication skills while learning that readers can interpret the same text in different ways. They also encourage students to think more deeply about what they read rather than simply focusing on finishing a book.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful benefits of this project is the opportunity to reach students with different reading interests and abilities. Some students already love reading and are always searching for their next book, while others need additional encouragement to develop that same enthusiasm. Providing a greater variety of chapter books helps me support both groups and create more positive reading experiences for everyone.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, my students will build on these experiences by strengthening their comprehension, expanding their vocabulary, and becoming more independent readers. My hope is that these books will inspire students to continue exploring new stories and develop reading habits that last well beyond fourth grade.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and helping us grow our classroom library. Your generosity has provided more than books; it has given my students opportunities to imagine, explore, connect, and develop a lifelong love of reading!","fullyFundedDate":1785603796740,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-a-love-for-reading-with-fresh/10418175/","projectTitle":"Unlocking a Love for Reading with Fresh Chapter Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krisinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10399149_orig.jpg?crop=1266,1266,x1049,y756&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785446260928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399149"},{"teacherId":10399149,"projectId":10386490,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Back to School Organization\" project! Your generosity has helped create a more organized, welcoming, and functional classroom where my fourth-grade students can focus on learning, working together, and becoming more independent. Having the right organizational materials may seem like a small thing, but they make a tremendous difference in how smoothly our classroom operates each day.\r\n\r\nAt the beginning of the school year, one of my biggest priorities is establishing routines that help students feel comfortable, confident, and responsible for their learning environment. Thanks to your support, we have been able to create more organized spaces for classroom supplies, instructional materials, and student resources. Instead of spending valuable learning time searching for materials or figuring out where things belong, students can quickly find what they need and get started on their work.\r\n\r\nMy students were excited to see our classroom coming together with the new materials. They especially enjoyed seeing how everything had a designated place and learning how to use our classroom organization systems. It has been rewarding to watch them take greater responsibility for keeping our shared spaces neat and accessible. These routines are helping students develop independence, accountability, and organizational skills that will benefit them well beyond fourth grade.\r\n\r\nOne of the ways these resources have supported our learning is during our daily math and writing lessons. Students frequently work with partners, complete independent assignments, and transition between different activities. Having materials organized and readily available makes these transitions easier and allows us to spend more time on meaningful instruction. During writing, for example, students can access the materials they need to plan, draft, revise, and improve their essays without unnecessary interruptions. During math, organized supplies help students move efficiently between teacher instruction, collaborative problem-solving, and independent practice.\r\n\r\nThese improvements have also made a difference in my teaching. I can prepare materials more efficiently, maintain consistent classroom routines, and spend less time managing supplies throughout the day. Most importantly, I can dedicate more of my attention to supporting students, answering questions, and providing individualized instruction. A well-organized classroom creates an environment where students know what to expect and can concentrate on their academic goals.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, my students will build on these routines while taking on more responsibility for their learning. We are continuing to strengthen our writing skills through structured essays, develop mathematical reasoning through word problems, and practice collaboration across subjects. Our organizational systems will support these lessons by helping students access resources independently and stay focused on their work.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful to everyone who contributed to this project. Your generosity has helped us establish a strong foundation for a successful school year. You have given my students more than organizational supplies; you have helped create a classroom environment that encourages responsibility, independence, confidence, and a love of learning. Thank you for making a lasting difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1785331540610,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-organization/10386490/","projectTitle":"Back to School Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krisinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10399149_orig.jpg?crop=1266,1266,x1049,y756&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785446260928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399149"},{"teacherId":10399149,"projectId":10386497,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, my fourth-grade students have had the opportunity to explore STEM in a more hands-on, engaging, and meaningful way. The materials provided through this project have helped bring excitement into our classroom while giving students opportunities to think critically, solve problems, and learn through exploration. I am incredibly grateful for the support that made these experiences possible.\r\n\r\nOne of the greatest impacts of this project has been the opportunity for students to learn by doing. Rather than simply reading about scientific and engineering concepts, students can explore ideas, test their thinking, and discover how things work through hands-on activities. These experiences encourage curiosity and allow students to make connections between what they are learning in the classroom and the world around them. STEM activities also provide an opportunity for students who may struggle with traditional assignments to demonstrate their strengths in different ways.\r\n\r\nThe materials have also supported the development of important problem-solving skills. When students are presented with a challenge, they must think about possible solutions, make decisions, and adjust their approach when something does not work as expected. I want my students to understand that making mistakes is a natural part of learning and that their first attempt does not always have to be successful. Through STEM exploration, students can practice perseverance, flexibility, and creative thinking while building confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nAnother valuable benefit has been the opportunity for collaboration. My students enjoy working with their classmates, sharing ideas, and learning from one another. Hands-on STEM activities encourage them to communicate their thinking, listen to different perspectives, and work together toward a common goal. These are skills that extend far beyond science and engineering and are important in every subject area.\r\n\r\nAs a fourth-grade teacher, I am always looking for ways to make learning meaningful and accessible to all students. Every child brings different interests, experiences, and abilities into our classroom. Having a variety of learning materials allows me to create opportunities for students to engage with concepts in ways that are exciting and appropriate for their needs. It is especially rewarding to provide activities that encourage students to ask questions, take risks, and discover new interests.\r\n\r\nBeyond the academic benefits, this project has helped reinforce the idea that learning can be exciting, challenging, and enjoyable at the same time. I hope these experiences continue to inspire my students to approach unfamiliar challenges with curiosity and confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and their education. Your generosity has provided more than classroom materials. It has helped create opportunities for exploration, creativity, collaboration, and growth. These experiences will continue to benefit my students as they develop the skills and confidence to become lifelong learners and problem-solvers.","fullyFundedDate":1785257584796,"projectUrl":"project/sparking-stem-circuits-mazes-and-mind/10386497/","projectTitle":"Sparking STEM: Circuits, Mazes, and Mind-Building Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Krisinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10399149_orig.jpg?crop=1266,1266,x1049,y756&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1785446260928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10399149"},{"teacherId":8119366,"projectId":10567583,"letterContent":"Your generosity has helped to turn my kindergarten classroom into an engaging hands-on adventure zone of learning for my students. Thanks to your support, my young learners are bringing engineering concepts to life with fairy tale STEM kits and discovering the magic of color and structure with two new light tables. 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Thank you, thank you, thank you so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1788488166824,"projectUrl":"project/crafting-reading-and-regulating-a-mul/10567583/","projectTitle":"Crafting, Reading, and Regulating: a Multi-Sensory Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Patterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8119366_orig.jpg?crop=140,140,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741229323271","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8119366"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_60071","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":680,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":16,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":27,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":26,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":12,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.9,"schoolId":60071,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Clarence A Piggott Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Clarence A Piggott Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/clarence-piggott-elementary-school/60071"}