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Mahalo again for blessing me and my students.","fullyFundedDate":1762266276779,"projectUrl":"project/fun-fridays/9811125/","projectTitle":"Fun Fridays!!!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Goo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8561755_orig.png?crop=1647,1647,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659833315974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cherry-goo"},{"teacherId":8561755,"projectId":9806019,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our \"Spread Kindness with Allstate\" project! My students absolutely loved creating and delivering small goodie bags, leis, and cute pens to our upper-grade students. They can't wait to hand the gifts directly to the recipients, and watching their excitement—along with the big smiles from the upper grades—is truly heartwarming. The project has helped build confidence, empathy, and a strong sense of community among my students. 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My students were excited to find out they were getting these new resources to play with when they got back from fall break. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students hands-on opportunities to explore, and think critically through engaging STEM activities. Because of your support, my students are building confidence, and collaboration skills. They especially love creating and building new things out of the resources we received. \r\nWe are truly grateful for blessing us.","fullyFundedDate":1760700749326,"projectUrl":"project/strengthening-minds-with-stem/9807508/","projectTitle":"Strengthening Minds With STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Goo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8561755_orig.png?crop=1647,1647,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659833315974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cherry-goo"},{"teacherId":8561755,"projectId":9219238,"letterContent":"Mahalo for funding our \"Scooters for All\" project. 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Thank you for providing them this opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1746785778082,"projectUrl":"project/scooters-for-all/9219238/","projectTitle":"Scooters for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Goo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8561755_orig.png?crop=1647,1647,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659833315974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cherry-goo"},{"teacherId":8561755,"projectId":9288662,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"First Graders Can Clean!\" My students are thrilled to use our new cordless vacuum to help keep our classroom clean, cozy, and welcoming every day. They love taking turns using it and feel proud to care for their space. They actually can't wait to have a turn. They are also learning responsibility, teamwork, and pride in caring for their space. Your generosity is helping them see the joy in helping others and making a difference in our school community. Mahalo from the bottom of my heart.","fullyFundedDate":1746786325317,"projectUrl":"project/first-graders-can-clean/9288662/","projectTitle":"First Graders Can Clean!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Goo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8561755_orig.png?crop=1647,1647,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659833315974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cherry-goo"},{"teacherId":8561755,"projectId":9206433,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our \"STEAM in 1st Grade\" project! My students were super excited and thrilled to receive these cool toys . These amazing toys made it possible for them to think like scientists, engineers, and artists—all while having fun and improving their problem-solving skills. We're so grateful for the opportunities you helped bring into our classroom! My favorite part is seeing them share and work together to create a masterpiece. Not only were they playing, they were also learning!!! Mahalo for making this possible for my students to experience.","fullyFundedDate":1743608478951,"projectUrl":"project/steam-in-1st-grade/9206433/","projectTitle":"STEAM in 1st Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Goo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8561755_orig.png?crop=1647,1647,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659833315974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cherry-goo"},{"teacherId":8561755,"projectId":9206672,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project, \"Our Little Learners Need to Recharge.\" Mahalo for your generous donations so we can get a variety of snacks! The students were so excited to see all the different choices. From salty to sweet, there was something for everyone to enjoy. Your thoughtful gift brought joy to our classroom. We truly appreciate your kindness and support! Because of your generosity, I can continue offering a variety of snacks that help keep my little learners energized, focused, and ready to learn each day. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1743515909592,"projectUrl":"project/our-little-learners-need-to-recharge/9206672/","projectTitle":"Our Little Learners Need to Recharge","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Goo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8561755_orig.png?crop=1647,1647,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659833315974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cherry-goo"},{"teacherId":8561755,"projectId":9206577,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Clean and Spotless project! Your donation of cleaning supplies has made a huge difference in keeping our classroom safe, healthy, and welcoming for all students. The children love helping to clean and take pride in caring for their learning space. Having these supplies means fewer germs and more time focused on learning and growing together. We truly appreciate your kindness and the positive impact you've made on our daily routines. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Mahalo!","fullyFundedDate":1743608478976,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-spotless/9206577/","projectTitle":"Clean and Spotless","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Goo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8561755_orig.png?crop=1647,1647,x0,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659833315974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cherry-goo"},{"teacherId":8561755,"projectId":9234352,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! 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About this school
Pacific Heritage Academy is
an urban public school
in Salt Lake City, Utah that is part of Utah Department of Education.
It serves 328 students
in grades K - 8.
Its teachers have had 94 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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59%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
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Pacific Heritage Academy
$49,985
raised using DonorsChoose
94
projects
funded
22
teachers
funded
193
donors
4
projects
for
basic supplies
15
projects for
technology
13
projects for
books
10
projects
for
art supplies
Pacific Heritage Academy has received support from
112 individuals from Utah and
81 individuals out-of-state.