{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pioneer Valley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":17.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9103720,"projectId":9484361,"letterContent":"We want to send a hug thank you for your gifts to our classroom. Students have been working hard on their first project to introduce themselves to all those to enter our classroom. Before the ability to print and laminate their art I was printing basic sheets and having them all fill out and color the basic sheets. Now, they have been able to create from their own minds using platforms like Canva, and then printing them out. It really has sparked a sense of creativity and a sense of belonging in our classroom. \r\nStudents have been able to see their work come alive and parents have even expressed the joy their student has in working on their very first project. We are so fortunate to be able to continue this throughout the year as we dive deeper into creating and students will have many opportunities to make more. \r\nI have one student in particular who struggles academically but LOVES being on technology so for them especially seeing their project in our classroom is very special because they don't often have other choices of academic work to hang up and show off to others!","fullyFundedDate":1756387030920,"projectUrl":"project/help-4th-graders-see-their-work-come-to/9484361/","projectTitle":"Help 4th Graders See Their Work Come to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeMoss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9103720_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721160088089","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9103720"},{"teacherId":9734153,"projectId":9206474,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. I was able to purchase a new laminating machine and sleeves with your support. \r\n\r\nStudents were able to have laminated copies of anchor charts to use as tools during math and reading time. In addition we were able to laminate large posters to display in the classroom for students to refer back to. \r\n\r\nStudents were excited to keep their work for years to come because it was protected by lamination! Students took pride in their work knowing it would be displayed and protected. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1743027011277,"projectUrl":"project/-classroom-essentials/9206474/","projectTitle":"` Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Selstad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9734153_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729607730326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9734153"},{"teacherId":5548991,"projectId":8486753,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the bins for my students! I cried happy tears seeing this project fulfilled. It has eased transitions in the classroom and allowed students the autonomy to choose a space to work where they feel successful.\r\n\r\nMy students also have shown growth in responsibility for choices they are making in where and who they work with during independent work time. Knowing that they will need to return to their desk if off-task, I rarely run into problems with off-task behavior. Students have the routine down of using their bins and take such good care of them! They are so excited to have them in part of our daily routine. \r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity will continue making a difference in our day to day for the entire school year. These bins will be able to be reused for years to come. Thank you so much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1729529970826,"projectUrl":"project/rub-a-dub-dub-please-help-with-these-st/8486753/","projectTitle":"Rub-a-dub-dub, Please Help With These Student Supply Tubs!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Plata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5548991_orig.png?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754290723271","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5548991"},{"teacherId":5548991,"projectId":8487087,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my classroom. They have had such a positive impact on the learning and reading mindset! I can't begin to tell you how excited students were to have new books showcasing culturally relevant stories.\r\n\r\nAs we introduced our folk tale unit, I used different stories and books from different cultures as read-aloud during lunch. Students loved hearing tales from their country of origin and also loved hearing about the cultures they had little background knowledge about! I have several Ukrainian refugees in my classroom this year, and they were thrilled to have the bilingual books. They have been a wonderful learning tool as they learn a new language and country. \r\n\r\nAs we moved into students writing their own folktales, I had never had a group of students who created such wonderful stories. They could not only integrate a folk tale's structure and crucial elements but also included much more diverse characters and other elements in their writing. I know this would not have happened without these books as part of our classroom library and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1726254445491,"projectUrl":"project/folk-tales-from-every-corner-of-the-glob/8487087/","projectTitle":"Folk Tales from Every Corner of the Globe","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Plata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5548991_orig.png?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754290723271","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5548991"},{"teacherId":5548991,"projectId":8485581,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all the snacks and food that have been served and shared with students this year. Especially when coming off longer school breaks and weekends, it is wonderful to know that students can count on having food at school. Having the snack bin also allows students to take a food item without the pressure or spotlight of \"needing\" to or having to ask me if I have any food for them when they are hungry. I have the rule that students take what they need and donate to the bin themselves (unopened and checked for ingredients by course!). I know several families are also astounded by the impact and thoughtfulness of strangers in supporting kids. Your donation has helped to show others that helping when we can is important.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity will continue making a difference in our day-to-day for the entire school year. Thank you so much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1729529012530,"projectUrl":"project/you-should-never-try-learning-on-an-empt/8485581/","projectTitle":"You Should Never Try Learning On An Empty Stomach","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Plata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5548991_orig.png?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754290723271","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5548991"},{"teacherId":3814427,"projectId":8905412,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire team, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous contribution toward the purchase of new book organizing bins for our LAP program. Your support has directly enhanced our ability to run our weekly book bag program, where students receive leveled books to take home. With the new bins, we are now able to organize our books more efficiently, ensuring that each child receives books that are appropriately matched to their reading level. This has not only improved the organization of the program but also made the process smoother for both staff and students.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donation has been felt deeply by our students, who are more excited than ever to participate in the program. The new bins have sparked a renewed sense of enthusiasm, and students look forward to selecting their books each week. Thanks to your generosity, we are able to provide a more streamlined and enjoyable experience, fostering a love for reading and supporting the educational growth of each child. We truly appreciate your continued commitment to our mission and the positive difference you are making in our students' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1735671623809,"projectUrl":"project/bins-of-dreams-books-for-every-reader/8905412/","projectTitle":"Bins of Dreams: Books for Every Reader!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3814427_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y41&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730053583986","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3814427"},{"teacherId":9734153,"projectId":8745809,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating! My students really enjoyed using the art supplies to celebrate their culture by making cultural flags. Students were able to chose paints that matched their individual skin colors. The looks on their faces when they could find paint that matched their skin was priceless. In addition students have used the materials for various projects to show their creativity and unique abilities. Students were excited to see all of the amazing materials they would be using throughout their 4th grade year. \r\nIt is a relief for students to know that when they need a pencil or marker they don't have to worry, because supplies are available to them as they need them. \r\nI truly appreciate the generosity of donor's choose donors. My classroom is a better place because of your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1729529711410,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-classroom-community/8745809/","projectTitle":"Creating a Classroom Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Selstad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9734153_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729607730326","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9734153"},{"teacherId":9103720,"projectId":8500994,"letterContent":"What an amazing gift for my fourth graders. When I announced to them we were donated the gift of snacks for our classroom, the look of joy and excitement on their faces was priceless. They felt so good and now don't have to risk being hungry for learning. I have seen participation go up and seeing how they take work more serious and how they feel relaxed through the ending of our day now that they have a snack break. It has come in so handy to have on hand and we really couldn't thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1729529498115,"projectUrl":"project/hungry-bellies-cant-learn/8500994/","projectTitle":"Hungry Bellies Can't Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeMoss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9103720_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721160088089","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9103720"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_55980","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":524,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":54,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":40,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":22,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"1 - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"19.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":82.4,"schoolId":55980,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pioneer Valley Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pioneer Valley Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/washington/bethel-school-district-403/pioneer-valley-elementary-school/55980"}