{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lenape Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":40.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6911626,"projectId":9886778,"letterContent":"I was very excited to get this project funded. It is full of great, useful things for our classroom! It is so nice to have a class pack of crayons so when needed, I can give a student a color her or she needs instead of having to give out whole boxes. This class set has the most used colors! The folders are going to be great for our organization. Organization really helps with keeping focused and on target to learn. The Christmas kit is super cute and nice. I can't wait to do them with the class before Christmas time! Thank you so much for contributing to our classroom and making our learning fun and successful! Have a wonderful holiday season!","fullyFundedDate":1764002136390,"projectUrl":"project/stem-supplies/9886778/","projectTitle":"STEM Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prunty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6911626_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x189,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572358574950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prunty"},{"teacherId":9345506,"projectId":9312710,"letterContent":"My students were elated with our new portable white board. It is large enough for everyone to see no matter where we put it and no matter what we use it for. The students are thrilled since I was originally using a 9 x 11\" handheld board that I'd hold up. This has freed me to help more students while others are looking at the board. We love it behind our small group table and use it multiple times a day. \r\nThe different colored paper has been utilized for flashcards, games, and centers. The children have loved having more than a worksheet for their practice. These have been made durable enough to use for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1754688881841,"projectUrl":"project/with-one-easel-we-can-learn-anywhere/9312710/","projectTitle":"With One Easel We Can Learn Anywhere!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ribar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9345506"},{"teacherId":6911626,"projectId":9771112,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to and making this project come to life in my classroom! it is MUCH needed! I have been wishing for more writing space at the front of my room for a long time. With this board I can use it at the front of my classroom and at the back since it comes with wheels! Very cool! It will be used for STEM planning as well as other subject areas. It will make a big impact and difference in teaching my second grade students. Thank you for your kindness and generosity and may you have a wonderful holiday season!","fullyFundedDate":1762267588685,"projectUrl":"project/stem-plans/9771112/","projectTitle":"Stem Plans!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prunty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6911626_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x189,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572358574950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prunty"},{"teacherId":6911626,"projectId":9521202,"letterContent":"The holidays are so magical and special for second graders. I love to do many, fun learning Christmas activities and the supplies will help me do just that. The bells are so pretty and the kits are great quality and look like they will be so much fun! I can't wait to see what all we have to learn with throughout December. Who says you can't learn with fun? It is so much appreciated by both my students and me. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season, just like you have made my classroom very joyous for the season! Merry Christmas!","fullyFundedDate":1762267470112,"projectUrl":"project/jingle-into-learning-with-holiday-fun/9521202/","projectTitle":"Jingle Into Learning With Holiday Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prunty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6911626_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x189,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572358574950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prunty"},{"teacherId":5903584,"projectId":9593725,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classroom. Technology is now part of our daily schedule here at school. We as 2nd graders use technology constantly. Students are playing games to help learn math facts and learning to type. Every other Friday we like to travel on a virtual field trip! The kids love getting to see places they never thought they would see. We just finished learning about the War of 1812 so what better way to end the unit but with a virtual tour of The White House. Students were able to stroll around parts of the White House on their own. They loved it!\r\n\r\nThank you for donating to our classroom. Headphones come in handy when you have over 20 students on a Chromebook. They help to keep students focused and the teacher not go crazy hearing all those talk at once! lol! Once again thank you so much for taking the time to donate to our classroom. The students and I really appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1757423420629,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-quiet-work/9593725/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Quiet Work!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Szalankiewicz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5903584"},{"teacherId":6911626,"projectId":9700645,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project! Financial Literacy is so important at a young age. In this digital world where most people use a card or a phone to pay, kids don't get the practice of using money like they used to. Giving them the opportunity to \"shop\" at our classroom store gives them a chance to learn how to spend and save. They get excited to see new merchandise in our little store. They will for sure be excited about these goodies that are going to be offered! Thank you for your kindness and generosity to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1758720056690,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-success/9700645/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prunty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6911626_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x189,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572358574950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prunty"},{"teacherId":5903584,"projectId":9319597,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classroom. It was a great surprise to start with new school year with new books to read! The students came in excited to be 2nd graders and now excited to see new chapter books they can read! Throughout the year we like to take time to let the students just enjoy free reading time. These books will definitely come in handy when they can have some time to read. We like to have book nics outside where the students can relax on a beach towel and just read a book. The students also love reading on the occasional \"Flashlight Friday\" where we turn off all the lights and read by flashlights! We are so excited that we will now have a ton of extra books to pick from to read. Once again thank you so much for donating to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1754688881634,"projectUrl":"project/cheering-on-chapter-books/9319597/","projectTitle":"Cheering on Chapter Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Szalankiewicz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5903584"},{"teacherId":6911626,"projectId":9663034,"letterContent":"Everything has arrived and is so cool! I can't wait until I put our new items in \"stock\" at our store on shopping day. The students get so excited to see what all they can buy. They will be extra excited to see that there is some new inventory. Using this type of plan allows not only for positive behavior to be recognized and encouraged, but also leads to financial literacy and responsibility. They plan what purchases they will make and spend wisely. It is the best of both worlds! Thank you so much for allowing this project to come to life and helping my classroom be a better place!","fullyFundedDate":1757423308479,"projectUrl":"project/save-shop-spend/9663034/","projectTitle":"Save, Shop, Spend!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prunty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6911626_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x189,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572358574950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prunty"},{"teacherId":5903584,"projectId":9217198,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classsroom. We received our materials at the end of the school year last year. The students were so excited to see all the new materials that we could use. They only got to use a few things before the school year came to an end. As this year started I shared with students the new materials that we can use this year and they were beyond excited. To start a new grade and see all the new things that they are going to get to do was such a great experience to see as a teacher. I can not wait to start using some of the new items. \r\n\r\nWe will be using the new materials during our science time this year. We will use the machine makers and bridge builders as classroom challenges to see who will be building greatly constructed items after learning about structual support and weight limits. I can not wait for the students to get excited and use these tiems. We will also be making bouncy balls as project and take them outside to bounce away! \r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you so much for donating to our classroom and making our school fun.","fullyFundedDate":1745517715247,"projectUrl":"project/stem-tastic-activities/9217198/","projectTitle":"Stem-tastic Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Szalankiewicz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5903584"},{"teacherId":6911626,"projectId":9596528,"letterContent":"On behalf of my second-grade class, I want to extend our sincerest thanks for your incredibly thoughtful donation of graham crackers and oyster crackers. Your gift has truly made a difference in our classroom, and we are all so grateful for your kindness and generosity.\r\n\r\nEvery day, my students come to school eager to learn, but after a long morning of lessons, their energy can begin to wane. Having a healthy and delicious snack like graham crackers and oyster crackers has given them the boost they need to stay focused and engaged throughout the day. It's amazing how something so simple can make such a big difference in their ability to concentrate and participate in class.\r\n\r\nThe students look forward to snack time each day, and it has become a wonderful part of our classroom routine. Whether they're taking a quick break after a busy math lesson or preparing for an afternoon of reading, the crackers have become an essential part of keeping them fueled and ready to learn. It's amazing to see how a snack can provide a moment of joy and refuel their enthusiasm for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1755911902320,"projectUrl":"project/cracker-snackers/9596528/","projectTitle":"Cracker Snackers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prunty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6911626_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x189,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572358574950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prunty"},{"teacherId":6911626,"projectId":9291983,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your incredible generosity in funding our new speaker set! Because of you, our second-grade classroom is now filled with clear, crisp sound that helps every student engage more fully in our daily lessons. You've truly made a difference in our learning environment, and we are so grateful.\r\n\r\nBefore we received the new speakers, our computer's audio was hard to hear—especially when we were gathered together on the carpet or working in groups. Sometimes, we would miss parts of videos, stories, or songs because the sound was too low or uneven. It was especially challenging for students who need extra support with listening and language skills. We tried to make it work by turning up the volume all the way, but it still wasn't enough.\r\n\r\nNow, thanks to the amazing speaker set you helped provide, our classroom has been transformed! When we listen to read-aloud books online, the narrator's voice is loud and clear. During math and phonics videos, students can hear every instruction and sound, which helps them stay on track and better understand the material. We've even started using it for brain breaks and movement songs—our favorites are \"GoNoodle\" and \"Jack Hartmann\"—and now everyone can hear the beat and words and participate together.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest changes is how much more confident the students feel during lessons. They don't have to strain to hear or ask, \"Can you play that again?\" as often. Students with hearing differences or English language learners are especially benefiting from the clearer audio. It's made our classroom more inclusive, where every child has a better chance to listen, learn, and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1755137454473,"projectUrl":"project/let-our-learning-be-heard/9291983/","projectTitle":"Let Our Learning Be Heard","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prunty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6911626_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x189,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572358574950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prunty"},{"teacherId":6911626,"projectId":9521073,"letterContent":"I went into my classroom today to start setting it up for the new school year. These COOL math sticker books were waiting for me. They are so colorful and fun and the best part is is that they are practicing math while they make the pictures! Our first topics in math cover addition and subtraction to 20 so these will be PERFECT for some extra FUN practice. Thank you so much for your generosity and kindness! These books are definitely something that I wouldn't have been able to purchase on my own and it will really help them practice while making the pictures. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1754688884031,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-math-practice/9521073/","projectTitle":"Interactive Math Practice","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prunty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6911626_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x189,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572358574950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prunty"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_88796","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":691,"numTeachers":52,"percentFrplEligible":80,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":94,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":1,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"13.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":59.7,"schoolId":88796,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lenape Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lenape Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/armstrong-school-district/lenape-elementary-school/88796"}
Join the 176 supporters who believe in this school.
About this school
Lenape Elementary School is
a rural public school
in Ford City, Pennsylvania that is part of Armstrong School District.
It serves 691 students
in grades K - 6 with a student/teacher ratio of 13.3:1.
Its teachers have had 104 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Boost support for our school's classrooms. Share this page with friends and family who want to make a difference. If you're a teacher, sign up to get started!
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. Each classroom request for funding was created by a classroom teacher and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
of students receive free or reduced price lunch
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
Source: the National Center for Education Statistics
3%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
Data about school demographics comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. The numbers in this chart may not add up to 100% because of limitations in the available data.
Lenape Elementary School Support on DonorsChoose
Last updated Dec 5, 2025
DonorsChoose makes it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students
in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education.
Lenape Elementary School
$30,091
raised using DonorsChoose
104
projects
funded
16
teachers
funded
176
donors
13
projects
for
basic supplies
30
projects for
technology
23
projects for
books
7
projects
for
art supplies
Lenape Elementary School has received support from
105 individuals from Pennsylvania and
71 individuals out-of-state.