{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Highline Community Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":49.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9226320,"projectId":9885300,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our Fairy Tales Aren't Just For Reading Anymore! These STEM kits will bring stories to life in ways my students never imagined. When we reveal the materials to them, I know their eyes will light up, and they will immediately begin imagining how to help their favorite characters.\r\n\r\nThey will now be able to design a raft for the Gingerbread Man to cross the water, testing different materials and improving their designs with each attempt. They will also be able to build furniture that can support Goldilocks' weight—sparking laughter, creativity, and real problem-solving skills. These projects engage both imagination-driven learners and budding scientists, allowing them to explore stories in deeper, hands-on ways.\r\n\r\nThe kits have also opened a new opportunity: we're connecting with local engineers who we hope to invite into the classroom to present and guide us in using our STEM resources. This collaboration will give students real-world insight into engineering while expanding their skills.\r\n\r\nI was able to connect with our reading curriculum coach, and she steered us to specific lessons within our curriculum that directly connect to these fairy tales. Your generosity has given students tools, inspiration, and confidence to grow as readers, writers, and \r\nyoung scientists.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make learning fun, meaningful, and unforgettable!","fullyFundedDate":1769037229866,"projectUrl":"project/fairy-tales-arent-just-for-reading-anym/9885300/","projectTitle":"Fairy Tales Aren't Just for Reading Anymore!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9226320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759138787238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9226320"},{"teacherId":9226320,"projectId":10007416,"letterContent":"Thanks to you, my students now have books to take home and share with their families! Many of my students come from diverse backgrounds and don't always have access to books at home, so these new books are opening doors to learning, imagination, and family connection.\r\n\r\nAlready, I've seen the excitement as students read aloud to siblings and parents, share stories, and build confidence as readers. Reading together at home strengthens vocabulary, comprehension, and social-emotional skills—while helping students develop a lifelong love of reading.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a real difference in my students' learning and in their families' lives. Thank you for helping us turn reading into an adventure everyone can enjoy!","fullyFundedDate":1768267855211,"projectUrl":"project/closing-the-book-gap-at-home/10007416/","projectTitle":"Closing the Book Gap at Home","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9226320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759138787238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9226320"},{"teacherId":9226320,"projectId":9974626,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support of our \"Lucky Pages for the Lunar New Year\" project, our classrooms are now filled with wonderful new books! Students are exploring exciting stories, learning new words, and discovering cultures from around the world.\r\n\r\nThese books are helping our students build key skills like comprehension, critical thinking, and vocabulary—all while sparking curiosity and a love of reading. Reading time has become one of the highlights of the day, with students eagerly sharing their favorite stories and ideas with each other.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has opened doors to learning, imagination, and joy. On behalf of our classrooms, thank you for making reading an adventure for every student!","fullyFundedDate":1767149963594,"projectUrl":"project/lucky-pages-for-the-lunar-new-year/9974626/","projectTitle":"Lucky Pages for the Lunar New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9226320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759138787238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9226320"},{"teacherId":2392341,"projectId":9296544,"letterContent":"The puppet theater is in our school library. Students noticed it right away when they came for library in the first week that it was set up. I heard gasps, comments like, \"Oooooh, we have a puppet theater?! Can we use it today?\" \r\n\r\nIn the time that the puppet theater has been available to students, they have used it in several different ways. One student, unprompted by me, had her chosen puppet \"reading\" from the book she had just checked out. Her classmates had gathered as an audience on the tiered seating I put in the theater area. What a great way to practice oral reading fluency! We have had solo puppet shows as well as duos entertaining their classmates. By using the puppet theater, our multilingual learners have had a non-threatening opportunity to practice their English. \r\n\r\nWe recently had our monthly Super Saturday at the Library event for families. Not only did students utilize the puppet theater, but younger siblings did as well. It was so heartwarming to see students performing shows with their parents in the \"audience\" watching. \r\n\r\nThere is no doubt that the puppet theater is a great addition to our school library!","fullyFundedDate":1746712497840,"projectUrl":"project/language-and-literacy-development-throug/9296544/","projectTitle":"Language and Literacy Development Through Puppetry","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2392341_orig.jpg?crop=364,364,x0,y33&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553828644646","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimbeal"},{"teacherId":10114657,"projectId":9547522,"letterContent":"Our class is deeply grateful for the generous gift card we received. It has allowed us to bring meaningful, high‑quality resources into our 5th‑grade classroom that we otherwise would not have been able to access. With your support, we've been able to introduce materials that reflect the diverse cultures, histories, and perspectives of our students and the world around them. This has helped create a learning environment where every child feels seen, valued, and represented, and it has sparked rich conversations that broaden their understanding of one another.\r\n\r\nThe gift card also opened the door for us to expand our curriculum in exciting and intentional ways. We were able to purchase books, hands‑on activities, and learning tools that highlight voices from many backgrounds, allowing students to explore new ideas and connect with content on a deeper level. These resources have strengthened our lessons, enriched classroom discussions, and supported a more inclusive approach to teaching. Your generosity has truly made a lasting impact on our classroom community, and we are so thankful for the opportunities it has created.","fullyFundedDate":1755040755883,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-w-the-best-5th-graders/9547522/","projectTitle":"Tpt w/ the Best 5th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10114657"},{"teacherId":3360105,"projectId":9809369,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for this funding! Many students come to school daily asking for a snack and I want our kind students to be able to provide other students at our school with something to eat. Students can grab a game or a snack for a fellow peer anytime they feel they need one to make them feel welcome, happy, and fed. Students will be in charge of the space, organizing the games and snacks. \r\n\r\nWe will be able to send home games with families to play at home to promote language at home. They have enjoyed playing at school, we laugh and giggle the whole time. You have helped make this happen!","fullyFundedDate":1763498206581,"projectUrl":"project/community-wellness-and-literacy-night-to/9809369/","projectTitle":"Community Wellness and Literacy Night to Celebrate Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pierce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3360105_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450226332432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/holly-pierce"},{"teacherId":3360105,"projectId":9769023,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for this funding! Many students come to school daily asking for a snack and I want our kind students to be able to provide other students at our school with something to eat. Students can grab a game or a snack for a fellow peer anytime they feel they need one to make them feel welcome, happy, and fed. Students will be in charge of the space, organizing the games and snacks. \r\n\r\nWe will be able to send home games with families to play at home to promote language at home. They have enjoyed playing at school, we laugh and giggle the whole time. You have helped make this happen!","fullyFundedDate":1760637499235,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-our-school-community/9769023/","projectTitle":"Snacks for our school community","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pierce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3360105_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450226332432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/holly-pierce"},{"teacherId":10242000,"projectId":9683204,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible kindness and generosity. Your contribution to our healthy snack project has made a truly meaningful difference in the lives of our elementary students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we were able to provide a wide variety of nutritious snacks that kept students focused throughout the school day and better equipped to regulate their emotions. Many of the items purchased were snacks the students had personally requested, and their excitement upon seeing the fully stocked options was unforgettable.\r\n\r\nYour donation enabled us to keep Ms. Danielle's snack drawer filled for the entire semester—our ultimate goal, and an accomplishment that would not have been possible without your help. These snacks became a reliable source of comfort and support for students who needed a boost to stay engaged and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your generosity has improved many students' school experiences in a very real and lasting way. We are deeply grateful for your support and the positive impact you have made on our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1757727193631,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focus-healthy-snacks-for-growin/9683204/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focus: Healthy Snacks for Growing Minds and Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Danielle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10242000_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y297&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765498337157","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10242000"},{"teacherId":9226320,"projectId":9769441,"letterContent":"Our students have been truly uplifted by the generous new resources provided to our school. From the moment they first saw the blankets and books, the school was filled with excitement. Students eagerly explored the book selections and proudly chose a blanket of their own. What made the experience even more special was their enthusiasm in helping one another—passing out books and blankets, making sure every student felt included and supported.\r\n\r\nThese resources are already making a meaningful difference. Each student is able to take a book and blanket home, creating a warm and comfortable environment for reading outside of school. This simple addition has encouraged students to spend more time reading at home, helping them strengthen their literacy skills.\r\n\r\nBeyond improving their reading abilities, students are also sharing their new books—and their growing confidence as readers—with their families. This connection between home and school is helping foster a deeper love for reading that extends far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for providing resources that not only support academic growth but also nurture joy, comfort, and community among our students. Your generosity is creating lasting impact in their daily lives and learning journeys.","fullyFundedDate":1759855575213,"projectUrl":"project/trunk-or-treat-with-books-and-blankets/9769441/","projectTitle":"Trunk or Treat with Books and Blankets","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9226320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759138787238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9226320"},{"teacherId":9226320,"projectId":9768609,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books and blankets to our elementary school. Your kindness has made a joyful impact on our students and their families. Many children have already begun sharing their new books with their siblings and other family members, spreading the excitement of reading far beyond our classrooms.\r\n\r\nWhen the students received their books and blankets, their faces lit up with pure joy. Several exclaimed, \"We get to keep a book?! We get to take a book and blanket home with us?!\" Their excitement was contagious.\r\n\r\nThey were so thrilled with their new treasures that they couldn't wait to begin their writing project—a thank-you note specially for you. Their eagerness to express their gratitude shows just how much your generosity means to them.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create moments of warmth, wonder, and inspiration for our students and their families.","fullyFundedDate":1761870730657,"projectUrl":"project/trunk-or-treat-with-books-and-blankets/9768609/","projectTitle":"Trunk or Treat with Books and Blankets","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9226320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759138787238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9226320"},{"teacherId":2392341,"projectId":9033232,"letterContent":"When I first presented the games to my students, there was a high level of curiosity and excitement. I intentionally chose games that I thought would be new to them, and that was validated by their reactions. As students learned a played each game, there was a high level of engagement. I heard comments like, \"This is SO FUN!\" and \"I want my mom to get me this game!\"\r\n\r\nSince my school has a high number of English Language Learners, many of whom have limited English proficiency, another intentional choice I made was to get games that required no reading. While students were playing, I observed that everyone was able to participate, no matter what language they spoke or their level of English proficiency. \r\n\r\nAn unexpected outcome was that some of my students who tend to be more reserved or withdrawn were very engaged and animated during game play. It was so rewarding to see them smiling, laughing, and interacting with their peers. \r\n\r\nI know these games will be used frequently and for a long time, as my students are begging to play more. They are looking forward to teaching the games to their families at an upcoming Super Saturday event at our school. Thank you, donors, for giving these games to my students!","fullyFundedDate":1739376109257,"projectUrl":"project/connecting-students-through-table-games/9033232/","projectTitle":"Connecting Students Through Table Games","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2392341_orig.jpg?crop=364,364,x0,y33&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553828644646","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimbeal"},{"teacherId":9241786,"projectId":8569019,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, every classroom at Highline now has a Calm Down Corner—a special space where our students can pause, regulate their emotions, and refocus on learning. The response from our students has been incredible. The first time they saw the new Calm Down Corners, many were immediately drawn to the cozy seating, sensory tools, and calming visuals. I saw students quietly exploring the space, trying out the stress balls, soft lighting, and mindfulness materials. Some even shared, \"This is my favorite spot!\"\r\n\r\nOne specific moment that stands out is during a particularly busy day in the classroom. A student who was feeling overwhelmed after a challenging math lesson went to the Calm Down Corner. Within minutes, I noticed their breathing slow, their posture relax, and they were able to return to class activities with a calm, focused mindset. Seeing the students use the space independently and thoughtfully has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we plan to integrate the Calm Down Corners into daily classroom routines. Students will be encouraged to use the space proactively to manage stress, prepare for tests, or even reflect after group activities. We are also introducing small journaling prompts and mindfulness exercises in the corners, helping students develop lifelong emotional regulation skills. Your support has made a tangible difference in our classroom, giving students a safe, supportive space to thrive both academically and emotionally.","fullyFundedDate":1723161517619,"projectUrl":"project/calm-down-corners-for-highline/8569019/","projectTitle":"Calm down Corners for Highline","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fryer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9241786_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762889558048","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9241786"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_41320","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":435,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":64,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":18,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":57,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":50.3,"schoolId":41320,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Highline Community Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Highline Community Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/colorado/cherry-creek-school-district-5/highline-community-elementary-school/41320"}