{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pinecrest Academy - Horizon","outOfStateSupporters":28.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4607935,"projectId":10029371,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, I was able to intentionally build and elevate our classroom treasure box into a meaningful Leader Prize Area that goes far beyond simple rewards. This space is now a visible symbol of our classroom values and expectations. Rather than being used for compliance or basic behavior, the treasure box is tied directly to leadership character traits such as responsibility, kindness, perseverance, honesty, teamwork, and respect. Students earn access to this area by consistently demonstrating these traits and by serving as positive examples for their peers. Because of your support, I was able to stock the treasure box with high-quality, age-appropriate items that students genuinely value, which has increased motivation and excitement while keeping the focus on character growth. Students now understand that leadership is not about being the loudest or first, but about making good choices, helping others, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this project has been powerful and lasting. Students actively look for opportunities to support classmates, model expected behavior, and take ownership of our classroom community. I have seen students remind one another of expectations respectfully, include peers who feel left out, and take pride in earning recognition for positive actions rather than attention for negative ones. The Leader Prize Area has helped shift our classroom culture toward encouragement and accountability, where students celebrate each other's successes and strive to improve together. Because the prizes were made possible by your donations, I am able to reinforce leadership in a consistent and tangible way, helping students connect abstract character traits to real-life actions. This project has not only strengthened behavior and engagement but has also built confidence, empathy, and a sense of belonging among my students. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for investing in the growth of young leaders. 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I want to deeply engage students in this subject by building their capacity for comprehension. Taking this course equips me to do that.","fullyFundedDate":1758806260334,"projectUrl":"project/excellence-in-teaching-reading/9751424/","projectTitle":"Excellence in Teaching Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4005217_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514749912606","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cgates"},{"teacherId":4005217,"projectId":9922345,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous gifts to our class! Your thoughtfulness means so much. We look forward to rewarding students with i-Ready plush toys that will serve as rewards to our students for giving their best efforts in testing. \r\n\r\nSeveral students received these adorable stuffed rewards last year for achieving their goals. When the box arrived with the i-Ready logo, students knew what it was about! Many have set their sites upon receiving a different character plush when they meet their goals this year.","fullyFundedDate":1764110034392,"projectUrl":"project/encouraging-the-best-in-students/9922345/","projectTitle":"Encouraging the Best in Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4005217_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514749912606","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cgates"},{"teacherId":4005217,"projectId":9839791,"letterContent":"Thanks to Nickelodeon for providing matching funding and encouraging the gift of literacy to our classroom!\r\n\r\nYour donation allowed us to provide each student with a book to add to their personal reading collection. These titles came from popular book series, including Dog Man, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Adventures in Babysitting, and Raina Telgemeier books. Other requests including an anthology of works by William Shakespeare!\r\n\r\nThe students had no idea they were receiving these gifts prior to the winter break. While it was evident that they loved everything that they received, each student shared that their individual book was just right for them. \r\n\r\nI strive to foster an environment in which reading books is a meaningful and worthwhile task. Thank you for supporting us in this effort!","fullyFundedDate":1764177858151,"projectUrl":"project/building-confidence-through-reading/9839791/","projectTitle":"Building Confidence Through Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4005217_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514749912606","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cgates"},{"teacherId":4005217,"projectId":9819081,"letterContent":"We are thankful for the match donations provided by Young Sheldon towards this project. 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They turned out to be too small for 4th Grade desks, so they were given to a 3rd Grade classroom where they are being put to good use!\r\n\r\nThanks to the DonorsChoose community for bringing this project to life!","fullyFundedDate":1754356469047,"projectUrl":"project/write-is-right/9523850/","projectTitle":"Write is Right!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4005217_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514749912606","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cgates"},{"teacherId":4607935,"projectId":9913404,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of Sharpies for our art classroom! Because of you, my students can now outline, define, and finish their artwork with bold, clean lines that truly make their creativity stand out. Their pieces look more polished and professional, and the details are clear and visible from across the room. Your support has helped boost their confidence and pride in their work, and it has made a meaningful difference in our daily art lessons. \r\n\r\nOur first project with them where our winter wonderlands. The students loved the results.","fullyFundedDate":1764702328520,"projectUrl":"project/staying-sharp-in-art/9913404/","projectTitle":"Staying SHARP in ART!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davidson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4607935_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689031588833","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssdavidson"},{"teacherId":4607935,"projectId":9200896,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of weaving boards and weaving supplies to our art room. Your thoughtful gift has already brought new energy, excitement, and opportunities for learning into our classroom. What may seem like a simple set of boards and yarn has become a powerful tool for creativity, patience, and discovery.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, weaving is a brand-new experience. In today's fast-paced, digital world, opportunities to slow down and engage in a hands-on, mindful process are rare. Weaving offers that space. The moment students pick up their boards, thread the yarn, and begin moving the weft over and under the warp, they become completely immersed in the process. They are not only making art but also building concentration, problem-solving skills, and resilience. Each woven piece is a reminder that beautiful things can be created one step at a time.\r\n\r\nBefore your donation, our weaving projects were limited. We often had to improvise with makeshift looms, which could be frustrating for students who wanted to explore fiber art more deeply. Now, with proper weaving boards, students have the tools they need to fully experience the joy of this traditional art form. They can experiment with color combinations, patterns, and textures, and they can see their progress unfold row by row. This sense of achievement has been uplifting to watch.\r\n\r\nWeaving has also opened up opportunities for cross-curricular learning. As students weave, they practice mathematical concepts like patterns, symmetry, and measurement. They also gain cultural awareness, as we discuss how weaving is a practice that connects us to communities around the world and to centuries of history. 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Your gift is helping our students explore their creativity, build confidence, and discover new ways of expressing themselves through art.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, art is more than just a subject—it is a safe place where they can communicate feelings, ideas, and dreams that might otherwise go unspoken. Having access to quality materials like Sharpies allows them to bring their visions to life with vibrant, permanent lines that stand out boldly on the page. These markers encourage precision, experimentation, and a sense of pride in the finished work. Something as small as the weight of a marker in their hand reminds them that their ideas matter and deserve to be expressed with permanence.\r\n\r\nBefore your donation, many of our supplies were worn down, mismatched, or shared between too many students. That often left students frustrated and limited in how they could express their creativity. Your Sharpies have changed that. Each student now has the chance to create work with tools that respond to their imagination. I have already seen students experimenting with layering colors, bold outlines, and unique lettering styles that give their projects a professional finish. The difference in both the quality of their artwork and the joy they bring to the process has been inspiring to witness.\r\n\r\nBeyond the technical aspects of art, your gift also helps nurture important life skills. When students use Sharpies to design posters, illustrate projects, or create original artwork, they practice patience, attention to detail, and persistence. They also learn that with the right tools, they can push their creative boundaries and achieve results they never thought possible. This sense of accomplishment carries over into other areas of their education and lives.\r\n\r\nOne of the most moving parts of this donation has been seeing how proud the students are to share their creations. Sharpies have allowed them to make artwork that feels complete and polished, which has given them the confidence to present their projects to classmates, teachers, and family members. For some students who may struggle in other academic areas, art provides a way to shine, and your generosity has amplified that light.","fullyFundedDate":1755716634937,"projectUrl":"project/trace-to-the-best/9470349/","projectTitle":"T’race’ to the Best!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davidson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4607935_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689031588833","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssdavidson"},{"teacherId":4005217,"projectId":8975642,"letterContent":"I am deeply appreciative to all the generous donors who brought this project to life. Your gift is a tremendous sacrifice and I am honored that you considered my project.\r\n\r\nWhile I am still awaiting the delivery of the second half of this project (which was promised a delivery date of September 2025), I look forward to learning strategies that will increase student engagement. I will be able to gain consistent knowledge about the process of teaching reading with more creativity. I give a lot to my classroom, and I'm so thankful that this project was funded because it gives something directly to me.","fullyFundedDate":1733292815946,"projectUrl":"project/teachers-are-learners-too/8975642/","projectTitle":"Teachers Are Learners, Too!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4005217_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514749912606","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cgates"},{"teacherId":4005217,"projectId":8933674,"letterContent":"We are thankful for the match donations provided by Young Sheldon towards this project. In recent years, I look forward to matches because they often allow me to self-finance a project. However, when I saw a surprise donation from an unnamed person in Georgia, I knew it was my wonderful friend, Mrs. Spiva! Thank you for providing and encouraging the gift of literacy to our classroom! \r\n\r\nYour donation allowed us to provide each student with a mathematics workbook to practice their skills in multiplication and division. Each student also received a book to add to their personal reading collection. These titles came from popular book series, including Dog Man, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Bad Guys, Nocturnals, Adventures in Babysitting, Dork Diaries, and Raina Telgemeier books. \r\n\r\nThe students had no idea they were receiving these gifts prior to the winter break. All of their books, along with special bookmarks and other surprises, were placed on their desks. As they entered the classroom, seeing the joy on their faces was priceless! While it was evident that they loved everything that they received, each student shared that their individual book was just right for them. Many of these titles are new to students and it has been encouraging to see their parents purchase additional books in the series, which students now bring to school to read.\r\n\r\nI strive to foster an environment in which reading books is a meaningful and worthwhile task. 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