{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Florida Pitt-Waller ECE-8 School","outOfStateSupporters":44.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6616769,"projectId":9968304,"letterContent":"Thank you for believing in learning that is hands-on, meaningful and full of discovery! Because of your generosity, my students explored math with geoboards, strengthened reading with literacy manipulatives, solved challenges through STEM activities and practiced important social-emotional skills using engaging discussion tools. The logic games encouraged perseverance, the feeling resources helped students better understand themselves and others, and every activity invited curiosity, collaboration and joyful learning. Thank you for helping create a classroom where every child could dig in, think deeply, take risks and grow with confidence. Your kindness made these experiences possible, and we are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1773785453193,"projectUrl":"project/lets-dig-in/9968304/","projectTitle":"Let's Dig In!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Darhumb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6616769_orig.jpg?crop=1920,1920,x125,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693063010986","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6616769"},{"teacherId":6616769,"projectId":10219743,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us sit a little, wiggle a lot and think even bigger! From magnifying glasses and STEM explorations to movement tools, games and fractured fairy tales, your generosity filled our classroom with curiosity, creativity and joy. My students observed, questioned, experimented, laughed and discovered in ways that simply wouldn't have been possible without your kindness. Every item became an invitation to wonder, solve problems, work together and grow. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for making these unforgettable learning experiences possible!","fullyFundedDate":1778014056013,"projectUrl":"project/sit-wiggle-think-repeat/10219743/","projectTitle":"Sit, Wiggle, Think… Repeat","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Darhumb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6616769_orig.jpg?crop=1920,1920,x125,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693063010986","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6616769"},{"teacherId":9105706,"projectId":7734699,"letterContent":"Thank you for believing in my students and helping create a space where they feel safe, connected, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nThe new resources have become a part of our daily routine. Students use them during Lunch Bunch, small counseling groups, classroom lessons, and individual counseling sessions. One of my favorite moments happened during Lunch Bunch when a group of students naturally began taking turns, working together, and encouraging one another while using the new materials. What looked like simple play quickly became opportunities to practice communication, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and building friendships. It was wonderful to watch students who are usually quiet or hesitant begin interacting with peers and feeling like they truly belonged.\r\n\r\nThe excitement when the materials first arrived was unforgettable. Students immediately noticed the new additions to the counseling room and couldn't wait to explore them. They were eager to ask questions, try everything out, and invite classmates to join them. The fresh, welcoming environment helped students see the counseling office as a place where they are valued, supported, and excited to spend time.\r\n\r\nAs we move into the school year, these resources will continue to support social-emotional learning through classroom lessons, small groups, and individual counseling. Students will practice skills such as emotional regulation, teamwork, empathy, conflict resolution, and healthy communication in ways that feel engaging and meaningful. My goal is to continue creating a calm, welcoming environment where every child feels safe to take risks, build relationships, and develop the confidence they need to be successful both in school and beyond.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students. Your generosity has made a lasting impact, and every day they are reminded that there are people beyond our school community who believe in them and want them to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1695313165819,"projectUrl":"project/games-and-fun/7734699/","projectTitle":"Games and Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jessica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9105706_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y115&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689729861424","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9105706"},{"teacherId":1418451,"projectId":10064668,"letterContent":"I have already read two of the books from this new collection, and you can truly see the joy on the kids' faces. When I read the first book, students were smiling and completely engaged. It wasn't just because they loved the story, but because it was about kids and people \"like them.\" Seeing and hearing their cultures represented in our classroom literature is incredibly powerful and meaningful for them.\r\n\r\nMoments like these remind me how important it is for students to feel seen and valued in the stories we share. When children recognize parts of their own lives, families, and traditions in books, it helps build confidence and a stronger connection to reading. These stories spark wonderful conversations in our classroom and encourage students to share about their own experiences and cultures with pride.\r\n\r\nMy students are so excited to continue reading from this collection together. The books have already brought so much enthusiasm and joy into our classroom community. Thank you for helping us create a space where every child can feel represented and inspired through literature.","fullyFundedDate":1773889280365,"projectUrl":"project/african-american-book-collection/10064668/","projectTitle":"African American Book Collection","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. El Kabbaj","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1418451_orig.png?crop=1024,1024,x0,y160&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784924366004","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-elkabbaj"},{"teacherId":10099230,"projectId":9825727,"letterContent":"On behalf of the robotics program, I want to share my deepest thanks for your generous contribution toward our new interactive barricades and obstacles.\r\n\r\nBefore these arrived, our robots were often navigating makeshift courses of cardboard boxes and tape. Now, our students are testing their builds against fun obstacles that fall over and trigger chain reactions. \r\n\r\nThese obstacles require precision. We've seen a noticeable shift in how students approach their coding and mechanical builds—they are more focused, knowing that a single degree of error can be the difference between clearing a barricade or a total stall.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and their passion for STEM!","fullyFundedDate":1760646384328,"projectUrl":"project/resources-for-first-ever-robotics-class/9825727/","projectTitle":"Resources for First Ever Robotics Class at our School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tillson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10099230"},{"teacherId":6616769,"projectId":9691248,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping us create a space where learning, movement, creativity, and laughter all belong. In a first-grade classroom, students are learning far more than reading and math—they are learning how to regulate their bodies, work with others, and enjoy being part of a community.\r\nThe beanbag chair and sensory foot cushion give students a comfortable way to reset their bodies so they can return to learning focused and ready. Games like Guess Who, Spot It!, Twister, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, and Kanoodle help students practice turn-taking, flexible thinking, and problem solving while also giving them moments to laugh together.\r\nThe modeling clay invites creativity and hands-on expression, while the puzzles and brain teasers strengthen perseverance and spatial thinking. Our new notebooks, pencils, and electric sharpener make it easy for students to capture their ideas, stories, and discoveries throughout the day.\r\nFinally, the new books bring joy to our read-aloud time and help us celebrate imagination and teamwork.\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom will be filled with movement, creativity, and joyful learning. Thank you for helping my students feel supported, curious and excited to come to school each day.","fullyFundedDate":1766169225142,"projectUrl":"project/sometimes-you-just-need-to-laugh/9691248/","projectTitle":"Sometimes You Just Need to Laugh!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Darhumb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6616769_orig.jpg?crop=1920,1920,x125,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693063010986","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6616769"},{"teacherId":10287849,"projectId":9913139,"letterContent":"I can't thank you \r\nenough for your generous donations. It has made a great impact on our students and their learning. Students in 7th and 8th grade have used the glue guns, glue sticks, paint, paint brushes and glue for creating balloon cars, and making props for this year's school play. Younger students have explored with the magnetic blocks and absolutely love them!\r\n\r\nStudents have been so happy that they can work on their projects without having to share they hot glue guns. Students can get more work done and stay on task when they are not stuck waiting for materials. We no longer have to worry about supplies and can focus on learning and creating. \r\n\r\nFlorida Pitt-Waller will continue to grow our STEAM program to provide the highest standards in exploration and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1768249874113,"projectUrl":"project/bring-the-steam-to-our-school/9913139/","projectTitle":"Bring the STEAM to Our School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Archuleta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10287849_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773412042143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10287849"},{"teacherId":513775,"projectId":9841909,"letterContent":"As a teacher of 30+ years, I am becoming more and more convinced that students don't learn as well when they are staring at screens. Although they may appear to be quietly working, it's important to recognize that quiet does not equal more learning. For this reason, I greatly appreciate hands-on learning materials in my classroom and I especially appreciate donors like you who made this happen. I not only improved my own 8th grade math classroom, I also was able to donate a few buckets of pattern blocks to our STEM classroom, and to say the teacher appreciate this would be an understatement.\r\nThanks so much for your investment in my students!","fullyFundedDate":1765808953950,"projectUrl":"project/touch-it-build-it-learn-it/9841909/","projectTitle":"Touch It! Build It! Learn It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Golden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp513775_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474556558797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cathygolden"},{"teacherId":513775,"projectId":9970106,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my Financial Literacy project. Students have a natural interest in this topic since it involves money--and everyone knows how important that topic is! We will be visiting the Junior Achievement Finance Park in Denver as a culminating activity. To get students thinking about their future, thinking about their financial well-being, and planning for their future is invaluable. I loved having kids ask to take home the books so that they could learn on their own. What could be better? Thanks so much for your part in making this happen.","fullyFundedDate":1766458089158,"projectUrl":"project/finances-101/9970106/","projectTitle":"Finances 101","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Golden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp513775_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474556558797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cathygolden"},{"teacherId":513775,"projectId":9488240,"letterContent":"Your generous donation to my project \"Teen Book Club\" was far-reaching indeed! Not only were the books well received by the students, other faculty members were able to use the books in their classrooms. There is a natural interest in finances among middle school students! They were curious and interested in learning about how to manage their finances, how to bank, and how to earn interest. These are topics that are sadly not covered very much in our time-crunched math classrooms.\r\n\r\nBecause of the time crunch, some of my students asked to bring books home to read. How awesome is that? It's not often that kids ask to borrow books. There are so many other things vying for their attention. For this, I am very grateful!\r\n\r\nThank you again for your donation!","fullyFundedDate":1755195437066,"projectUrl":"project/teen-book-club-for-financial-literacy/9488240/","projectTitle":"Teen Book Club for Financial Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Golden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp513775_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474556558797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cathygolden"},{"teacherId":513775,"projectId":9596987,"letterContent":"It's hard to describe how meaningful this project has been for my students. The kids have been jumping on the mini trampoline, balancing on the balance board, and sitting on the fit ball just about every day. They have created a sign up for the fit ball so they each get a turn. \r\nWhen they are hungry, they ask \"Miss can I get a healthy snack?\"\r\nMusic to my ears! \r\nThey are much more aware of their food and exercise, and this was my idea when I created this project.\r\nWe can do something about the frightening statistics about health in the United States! And it starts with projects like this one.","fullyFundedDate":1758230259562,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-kidsbetter-learning/9596987/","projectTitle":"Healthy Kids=Better Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Golden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp513775_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474556558797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cathygolden"},{"teacherId":513775,"projectId":9226657,"letterContent":"It's hard to express how far reaching your donation has been. Teachers at our Title 1 school have benefited just as much as students. Today when I was meeting with a teacher about his struggles teaching students that are well below grade level, I was able to provide him with a book about number talks, a mathematical teaching strategy that allows students to have rich conversations about mental math. Students have asked to borrow certain math books and I am so happy to allow them to do this. \r\n Thank you for your generosity. When I can put books into students' and teachers' hands, it feels like the educational effect is far-reaching.","fullyFundedDate":1746822515925,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-and-more-books/9226657/","projectTitle":"Books, Books, and More Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Golden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp513775_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474556558797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cathygolden"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_32205","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":893,"numTeachers":45,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":26,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":47,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":5,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"19.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":56.0,"schoolId":32205,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Florida Pitt-Waller ECE-8 School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Florida Pitt-Waller ECE-8 School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/colorado/denver-public-school-district-1/florida-pitt-waller-school/32205"}