{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pittsburgh Brookline Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":47.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10229227,"projectId":9876953,"letterContent":"My classroom appreciates all the snacks that we were able to get for our classroom. We have snack time in my classroom, and some students are not always able to provide their own snack. I am glad that I will be able to make sure that all of my students have a snack in my classroom and no one will be left out during our daily snack time!\r\n\r\nMy students love seeing all of the different snacks that we were able to receive for our classroom. Thank you all so much again for your donations! My students and I appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1763743864645,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-our-class/9876953/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Our Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tomassi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10229227"},{"teacherId":10229227,"projectId":9877700,"letterContent":"These items have helped our classroom so much. I can keep the classroom clean, as well as ensure that my students have access to tissues or bandages if needed. My students are able to have more crayons so that they can continue to be creative in the classroom. They are also able to have pouches to be able to hold all their items now! My school was also very happy to receive the paper reams since we have been running low on paper for our copiers!\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when they found out they were getting some new crayons to color with, and were also excited about the highlighters, so that they do not have to underline their sight words with a pencil anymore!\r\n\r\nThank you all again for donating to this project!","fullyFundedDate":1764613255356,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies/9877700/","projectTitle":"School Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tomassi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10229227"},{"teacherId":3061071,"projectId":9218141,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generosity in supplying our classroom with supplies. With your help we have started off our year well stocked and ready to learn. We have been working hard to learn how to hold our pencils and write our names. In some of our photos you will see us drawing, thinking and sharing about vocabulary from our texts. Writing is hard for K students at first, but once they build up stamina they really love to write. They feel so grown! \r\nWe haven't officially started using our journals yet. We have been writing on separate sheets of paper. We will be ready to start drawing and writing in our journals at the end of January. \r\nWe have been using glue sticks to create masterpieces of art in our daily PlayLab. Students love creating and making things. We have to work hard to take care of our glue sticks as we like to leave off the caps, but we are getting more responsible each week. We also create with markers from this project. \r\nLastly we have used the cardstock for many of the things we use everyday. Our name tags are printed on cardstock which helps them stand up to be easily read and stand up to our roughness. The cardstock has been very helpful with creating most of the math materials we use. Like in the pictures, I was able to create a math center for the number tic-tac-toe boards for students. \r\nThank you all so much for making learning happen!","fullyFundedDate":1746710269618,"projectUrl":"project/gearing-up-for-next-year/9218141/","projectTitle":"Gearing Up for Next Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wetzel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3061071_orig.jpg?crop=315,315,x0,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705422146908","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-holly-wetzel"},{"teacherId":3349463,"projectId":9592665,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our teaching, learning and growing. It truly means so much to each and every one of us. The students have been enjoying graham crackers, goldfish and fruit snacks. We really appreciate being able to offer some snacks when kids get hungry. It brings smiles to their faces and helps keep the students going when they just need a little pick me up until lunch or going home. \r\nThe water toys are used in so many ways on so many days! It is a good calming activity, a good break, a motivator that the kids have learned to ask for or are surprised and happy when they receive one to use. It is great to see them sharing, to find them figuring out how to turn them over one at a time and sequence the colors and water bubbles. \r\nThank you for fostering our well-being and our learning. There is no greater gift than to have a village around us that helps grow us!\r\nIn this season of Thanksgiving, we couldn't be more thankful.\r\nHave a beautiful holiday season, may all the joy you give find its way right back to you!","fullyFundedDate":1756768201902,"projectUrl":"project/nurture-our-supportive-educational-class/9592665/","projectTitle":"Nurture Our Supportive Educational Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schmitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melissa-schmitt"},{"teacherId":3061071,"projectId":9446243,"letterContent":"Thank you again so much for getting these puzzle and storage materials to our classroom for the start of school. Students love the puzzles! They have been working hard on using their hands with these puzzles and building their fine motor skills. \r\nOur puzzle rack holds all of our puzzles. Students are able to clean up the puzzles easily and place them on the rack for the next play time. I am happy to be able to keep things organized and ready for them each day. \r\nWe also got some large storage bags that have been great at keeping some other toys separate, yet giving them an easy way to be cleaned up and stored. It is still early in the school year, so I can't put out too many things at a time for them to choose from. Having things organized and easily accessible is super helpful as we work with different toys. \r\nLastly, one of the puzzles wasn't available, but that is ok. I ordered some more of the little pencils that are perfect for small hands at the beginning of the year. They really help the students start writing and getting comfortable holding a pencil. \r\nWe appreciate our materials so much. It is really great to have such generous support from you.","fullyFundedDate":1754326919944,"projectUrl":"project/puzzle-me-this/9446243/","projectTitle":"Puzzle Me This","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wetzel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3061071_orig.jpg?crop=315,315,x0,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705422146908","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-holly-wetzel"},{"teacherId":3529769,"projectId":9382849,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project a success. We are on our computers a good bit as we navigate through our curriculum. The students love the computer programs that our district purchased to supplement our learning. The programs are fun, but they also can be loud and distracting without the proper headphones. These new headphones are perfect. They are comfortable for the kids, and they allow them to hear the program well. We are so thankful to you for your donations! Without your help our learning would not be as much fun!","fullyFundedDate":1758026969086,"projectUrl":"project/listening-to-learn/9382849/","projectTitle":"Listening to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schanck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3529769_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657624286268","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3529769"},{"teacherId":3529769,"projectId":9382797,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of our wonderful new materials! The kids were so excited to get to use the new folders, test dividers, and dry erase erasers!! The Kleenex are also being put to good use!! We go through more Kleenex during this season of changing weather than you can imagine! We are so thankful to you for supporting our classroom! Without donors like you we struggle to have all of the necessary materials. It is so kind of you to think of us and to support our classroom! Thank you so very much for all that you have done for us!","fullyFundedDate":1758294692314,"projectUrl":"project/starting-off-ready/9382797/","projectTitle":"Starting off Ready!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schanck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3529769_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657624286268","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3529769"},{"teacherId":9604341,"projectId":9191163,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have a beautiful new classroom rug that has quickly become the heart of our learning space. Each day, we gather on the rug for our morning routines, to listen to stories, and to spend time with Sammy, our share bear. The rug has created a cozy and welcoming place where students feel comfortable and connected, and it has truly transformed the way we begin and end our days together. \r\n\r\nThe rug is also a favorite spot during partner and group activities, as well as during free time when students enjoy working and playing together. Having this shared space encourages collaboration, builds community, and gives my students a sense of belonging. Your generosity has given us more that just a rug-it has provided a foundation for learning, sharing, and growing together as a class. We are so thankful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1746814841599,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-place-to-learn-our-classroom-rug/9191163/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Place To learn: Our Classroom Rug Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rosborough","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9604341_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y65&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721754365510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9604341"},{"teacherId":9604341,"projectId":9190888,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, my students have been able to enjoy healthy snacks each day that help keep them energized and focused. Many of my students come from low-income households, and having a consistent snack to look forward to makes a real difference in their school experience. Your support has not only met a physical need but has also given my students a sense of comfort and stability, knowing that they will be taken care of while they are at school.\r\n\r\nProviding these snacks has had a noticeable impact on their learning. When students aren't distracted by hunger, they are better able to concentrate, participate, and stay engaged until the end of the day. Snack time has become a positive routine that my class looks forward to, and it has helped create a calmer, more productive learning environment. Your kindness has fueled both their bodies and their minds, and for that, I am truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1742823904278,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack-fueling-young-minds/9190888/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack: Fueling Young Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rosborough","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9604341_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y65&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721754365510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9604341"},{"teacherId":3261889,"projectId":9422578,"letterContent":"What a wonderful way to start a new school year off with materials for a calming corner! This school year, I have intentionally been working on emotional regulation skills. When students are regulated, they are in a space where learning can take place. We are using visuals to teach the \"Zones of Regulation\" and positive coping strategies that can be used at each zone. When students are moving into the yellow and red zone and becoming frustrated and angry, they can go into the pop up tent or sit on a swivel chair to get regulated. These materials have had a positive impact on my students' well being.","fullyFundedDate":1752625494879,"projectUrl":"project/an-area-to-get-regulated-in-the-classroo/9422578/","projectTitle":"An Area to Get Regulated in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3261889_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476373658876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3261889"},{"teacherId":3261889,"projectId":9152634,"letterContent":"Having the Autism Helper membership has had a huge impact on my effectiveness as an instructor and my students' success. I have received training on topics such as: \r\nde-escalation techniques, positive behavior strategies, creating independent work systems, visual schedules, and teaching using core boards for students who use augmentative and alternative communication. In addition to these trainings, I have access to printable materials such as: seasonal work tasks, behavior flow charts, social stories, anchor charts, and paraprofessional training manuals. With a newly hired paraprofessional in our classroom this school year, the paraprofessional training manuals have been very helpful. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to learn new strategies and continue to grow!","fullyFundedDate":1744207373906,"projectUrl":"project/providing-high-quality-instruction-with/9152634/","projectTitle":"Providing High Quality Instruction With Ongoing Professional Development","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3261889_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476373658876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3261889"},{"teacherId":3529769,"projectId":9387810,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through this project! My students love being able to use the dry erase boards and erasers! It truly makes solving math problems a lot of fun! We are so thankful for your generosity and kindness! Thank you again for supporting our classroom and making sure we have all of the materials we need to make learning fun! Without people like you, learning would not be as much fun. 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