{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pittsburgh Morrow School - 5th - 8th","outOfStateSupporters":19.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6816589,"projectId":9619953,"letterContent":"Thank you for cooling down our classroom! I wanted to extend my sincere appreciation for providing our classroom with a window air conditioning unit. This addition has made a tremendous difference in creating a more comfortable and productive learning environment for both the students and myself.\r\n\r\nThe improved air flow and cooler temperatures help our students stay focused, calm, and ready to learn—especially during the warmer parts of the day. Your support and responsiveness to our needs mean so much, and we are truly grateful for the effort taken to ensure our classroom is a safe and comfortable space.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtfulness and commitment to our school community. It is greatly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1758294531150,"projectUrl":"project/are-we-at-the-beach/9619953/","projectTitle":"Are We at the Beach?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kathy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6816589"},{"teacherId":4367458,"projectId":9554573,"letterContent":"I want to thank you so much for supporting the beginning of our school year. My students are doing some really wonderful writing through their art. We have just begun our third thematic unit this week, and most of the students have already added at least six different pages to their books for the year.\r\n\r\nThe excitement of receiving their pouches and their own dry erase markers was such a joy to see. Many of our students started school not knowing that they have the ability to create. As the weeks go by we are witnessing the students choose art and actually come up with their own ideas of what they can make. \r\n\r\nI look forward to seeing what they will do with more and more chances to draw, paint, cut and glue as they become more confident in sharing what is inside them.","fullyFundedDate":1755203224770,"projectUrl":"project/art-is-a-childs-first-written-word/9554573/","projectTitle":"Art Is a Child’s First Written Word!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4367458_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722389914827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4367458"},{"teacherId":7171879,"projectId":9111821,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Classroom Coffee Shop project. Your generosity has turned a simple idea into something meaningful, empowering, and motivating for my students. When the materials arrived, the excitement in my room was almost overwhelming. Students gathered around the boxes, asking what each item was for, imagining what jobs they could have, and wondering when we could officially open. That moment alone made your donation worth more than words can describe. It created joy, hope, and a real sense of ownership for a group of kids who do not always get to feel that during their school day.\r\n\r\nOur classroom coffee shop is much more than warm drinks. It is hands-on learning, job training, teamwork, and social emotional growth all in one. My students treat this shop like it belongs to them, because it does. Your support gave them something real to run, something important to contribute to, and something they can be successful at every single day.\r\n\r\nMy students are in grades six through eight, and many have learning differences, social emotional needs, or challenges outside of school that affect their confidence. Having something concrete they can do well has made a powerful difference. The ability to take orders, prepare drinks, complete tasks, and serve teachers has given my students a chance to feel capable and valued. One student said, \"I never get to be in charge of anything, but here I am good at my job.\" That sense of pride cannot be replaced.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we now have the supplies to run a safe, organized, and enjoyable shop. Students rotate through roles such as Barista, Cashier, Runner, Quality Check, and Cleanup Crew. They practice customer service, counting change, reading menus, and following steps. They learn how to communicate respectfully, move with purpose, work together, and take responsibility when something needs to be corrected. These are real life skills they will carry with them far beyond our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe academic growth has also been amazing. Students who usually avoid math are now excited to calculate costs, keep track of tallies, read measurements, and estimate how many drinks we can make with the supplies we have. Literacy skills are improving as students read menus, take written orders, and help design our signs. Even behavior has improved. Shifts in the coffee shop are earned by showing responsibility, effort, and positive choices, and students are rising to that challenge every day.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful outcomes is the connection this project has created in our school. Teachers now stop in to place orders and cheer the students on. Kids who often feel unseen now hear adults tell them, \"Thank you\" and \"You did a great job today.\" The pride on their faces is something I wish you could witness yourself. The coffee shop has become a place of community, confidence, and joy. It began with your willingness to help.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a lasting impact. You brought warmth, dignity, and opportunity into a classroom that deeply needed it. You helped my students find a place where they can shine. We are sincerely grateful for your kindness and your belief in our kids.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create something special here.","fullyFundedDate":1742996170461,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-classroom-coffee-business-and-s/9111821/","projectTitle":"Help Our Classroom Coffee Business and Selection","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7171879_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659490365604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/supportmssmithsclassroom"},{"teacherId":4361538,"projectId":9091071,"letterContent":"The excitement in our classroom was unforgettable the day our new play materials arrived! The children's eyes grew wide, and you could hear the joyful chatter as they explored each new resource. What looked like \"just play\" to them quickly became opportunities for problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nWe've already used the new materials in several ways. During center time, students worked together to build a \"community\" with blocks, adding pretend homes, stores, and roads. This led to rich conversations about neighborhoods, helpers, and how communities work. In dramatic play, students took turns using the new props to act out real-world roles, practicing language, cooperation, and social skills. One of the sweetest moments was watching a small group set up a pretend restaurant—complete with menus, waiters, and very imaginative meals!\r\n\r\nThe reaction from students was pure joy and curiosity, and it hasn't faded. Each day they discover new ways to use the resources, sparking creativity and collaboration. Our next step is to tie these play experiences into literacy and storytelling projects, where students can act out favorite books and create their own stories using the materials.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students are not only playing, but also learning, growing, and imagining new possibilities each day. You've given them tools that will continue to inspire young minds well beyond this year. Thank you for believing in the power of play! ❤️","fullyFundedDate":1746733671161,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-young-minds-through-play/9091071/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Young Minds Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brittany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4361538_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1546537280210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4361538"},{"teacherId":4361538,"projectId":9081883,"letterContent":"When our new dividers arrived, our students were immediately curious—\"What's that?\" quickly turned into excitement as they saw the space transform before their eyes. Suddenly, our large gross motor area could be split into safe, structured spaces that gave every child more room to play, move, and explore without crowding each other.\r\n\r\nNow, instead of everyone rushing to the same spot, we can create multiple activity zones at once—such as a ball toss station, a scooter track, and a yoga/movement area. One of the most memorable moments was watching a group of students ride scooters in one section while another group practiced balance and stretching exercises in the other. The dividers kept everyone safe and focused, while still giving them the freedom to move.\r\n\r\nThese resources have truly changed the way we use our indoor play space. Students are more engaged, cooperative, and able to play without accidental collisions or distractions. Next, we'll be introducing a gross motor challenge course, where students can rotate through stations to build strength, coordination, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom is now safer, more organized, and much more fun! The impact will last for years, giving countless students the chance to play, learn, and grow in a safe environment. ❤️","fullyFundedDate":1747761451507,"projectUrl":"project/divide-our-gross-motor-space-safely/9081883/","projectTitle":"Divide our Gross Motor Space Safely","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brittany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4361538_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1546537280210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4361538"},{"teacherId":4361538,"projectId":9037303,"letterContent":"Our students were beyond excited when they first saw the new ride-on toys! Their faces lit up, and the room was instantly filled with laughter and squeals of joy as they each took turns trying them out. It was truly a special moment to watch them zoom around safely indoors, especially on rainy or cold days when outside play isn't possible.\r\n\r\nWe are already using the ride-on toys in so many meaningful ways. Students are building gross motor skills as they steer, push, and balance. They're practicing sharing, turn-taking, and problem-solving as they navigate around each other. During one activity, we set up a \"traffic course\" with stop signs and cones, and the children had a blast learning about rules of the road while strengthening coordination.\r\n\r\nThese ride-on toys have transformed indoor recess from a limitation into an opportunity for movement, creativity, and collaboration. Next, we plan to integrate them into a transportation-themed unit, where students can explore concepts like speed, direction, and community helpers.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students now have an engaging, safe, and active outlet every single day. Thank you for helping us turn indoor play into something active, joyful, and full of learning! ❤️","fullyFundedDate":1746725877269,"projectUrl":"project/ride-on-toys-for-prek-indoor-fun/9037303/","projectTitle":"Ride on Toys for Prek Indoor Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brittany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4361538_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1546537280210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4361538"},{"teacherId":5310233,"projectId":8650896,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support of our classroom library project, Fill Our Shelves with Dreams. Although the school year brought major transitions and growing pains that delayed us from diving in right away, your donation has already begun to leave a lasting impact on my students — and we are so grateful.\r\n\r\nThis fresh, inclusive library gave my middle schoolers something they hadn't truly experienced before: the opportunity to dive into stories with characters who look like them, live like them, and dream like them. From Jason Reynolds to Kwame Alexander, from The Undefeated to Ghost Boys, the shelves are now filled with books that reflect the richness of their identities, communities, and lived experiences. These stories don't just engage my students — they resonate deeply. I've seen students come alive in discussions that connect stories to their own lives.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom shelves have become more than a place to find books — it's a space where kids see themselves, learn about others, and grow as readers and thinkers. You didn't just fund books. You funded student voices. You gave my students a chance to feel seen, valued, and inspired. That's something they'll carry with them long after the last page is turned.","fullyFundedDate":1723682209378,"projectUrl":"project/fill-our-shelves-with-dreams-building-a/8650896/","projectTitle":"Fill Our Shelves with Dreams: Building a Diverse Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lackner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5310233_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y440&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1589657980655","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrslackner"},{"teacherId":4367458,"projectId":9056822,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited when we received our latest science materials. The microscopes and slides have been used daily since they arrived. Students are also beginning to use the microscopes to examine materials that did not accompany them. \r\n\r\nThe first specimen set that was introduced to the class was the Sea Life set. Our classroom theme this year is ocean life so it seemed appropriate. Having the chance to look at a shark's tooth up close as well as the jaw of a stingray and a real starfish has given the students a much better understanding of these creatures that they don't encounter in their daily lives.\r\n\r\nWe have just begun a study of insects and other \"creepy crawlies\", so the Insect specimen set was just introduced. There is, again, much excitement in the ability to examine and observe the insects that we have begun learning about this month. \r\n\r\nI am confident that the other speciment sets will be received with equal excitement!!","fullyFundedDate":1737040395100,"projectUrl":"project/we-want-to-see-the-smallest-details/9056822/","projectTitle":"We Want to See the Smallest Details!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4367458_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722389914827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4367458"},{"teacherId":6816589,"projectId":9065175,"letterContent":"A very gracious thank you to all of the donors for the lego table. The students absolutely adore it. They are able to sit at the table and build using their imaginations, opposed to sitting on the floor and being overwhelmed with legos spilled out on the carpet. They can work alone or they can work with the partner at the table. It makes clean up easier and more efficient having all of the legos in the drawers. Previously, we had a broken Tupperware bin. Our new lego table has offered organization and eliminated safety issues. I can't say it enough, thank you for gracious generosity and believing in early childhood education.","fullyFundedDate":1737776063627,"projectUrl":"project/are-you-ready-lego/9065175/","projectTitle":"Are You Ready? LEGO!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kathy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6816589"},{"teacherId":4361538,"projectId":9089857,"letterContent":"We hope this message finds you well. We would like to take a moment to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donations to our classroom. Your support has made a significant impact on our Pre-K students, and we cannot thank you enough for your kindness and thoughtfulness.\r\n\r\nAs you know, early childhood education is crucial for the development of young minds. In our classroom, we strive to create an enriching and stimulating environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and learning through play. Thanks to your contributions, we have introduced a variety of sensory items that have truly transformed our classroom experience.\r\n\r\nOne of the standout favorites among our students has been the assortment of sensory items, particularly the slime. The joy and excitement on their faces when they engage with this gooey, stretchy material are truly heartwarming. Slime provides an array of sensory experiences—its texture is both fascinating and soothing, allowing children to explore concepts like elasticity and viscosity in a hands-on way.\r\n\r\nThrough manipulating slime, our Pre-K students have been able to develop their fine motor skills and hand strength, which are essential for their writing and other academic tasks later on. The act of squishing, stretching, and molding the slime not only stimulates their curiosity but also enhances their cognitive skills as they explore cause and effect—what happens when they add more or less of an ingredient, or change the color?\r\n\r\nIn addition to the developmental benefits, the slime has served as a fantastic tool for fostering social interactions among the children. As they gather in small groups to create and play with the slime, they are naturally learning to communicate, share ideas, and collaborate with one another. These social skills are fundamental to their growth and will serve them well as they continue their educational journey.\r\n\r\nMoreover, engaging in sensory activities has opened up opportunities for creative expression. The children have started to integrate different colors, glitter, and even small toys into their slime creations, enhancing their imaginative play. This type of exploration not only allows them to unleash their creativity but also gives them a sense of ownership over their projects, boosting their confidence.\r\n\r\nThe excitement doesn't stop at the slime! Your donations have also enabled us to incorporate other sensory items into our classroom. We have sensory bins filled with rice, beans, and textured objects that invite exploration and investigation. These bins allow children to engage their senses in multifaceted ways, encouraging them to observe, compare, and sort different materials.\r\n\r\nThe sensory play experience has been instrumental in aiding emotional regulation as well. Many young children deal with varying emotions as they navigate their early school experiences. Sensory activities, like playing with slime or rice, can provide a calming effect, helping them manage feelings of frustration or anxiety. It creates a safe space for them to express themselves, learn about their emotions, and practice mindfulness.\r\n\r\nAs we reflect on the progress our students have made this year, we are truly grateful for your support. The positive ripple effects of your donations are visible in the enthusiastic smiles and engaged minds of our children each day. It is inspiring to see them thrive and witness the excitement of learning unfold right before our eyes.\r\n\r\nIn closing, we would like to reiterate our sincerest thanks for your generosity and commitment to enhancing our classroom. We are looking forward to continuing to build a nurturing and exciting environment for our Pre-K students, allowing them to explore, discover, and learn in ways that will set the foundation for their future education. Your impact is felt deeply, and we cherish the opportunity to share this journey with you.","fullyFundedDate":1739292589826,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-fun-for-prek/9089857/","projectTitle":"Sensory Fun for Prek","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brittany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4361538_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1546537280210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4361538"},{"teacherId":7171879,"projectId":7079158,"letterContent":"We want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donations of Zipper Pouch Puzzle Bags, Thermal Laminating Pouches, Spiral Notebooks, Oil Pastels, and more. Your support is invaluable in helping us create a more organized and engaging learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe Zipper Pouch Puzzle Bags have made it easier for students to keep their materials organized, reducing clutter and allowing them to focus more on their work. The Thermal Laminating Pouches have been instrumental in preserving important classroom resources, ensuring that they last longer and remain in good condition for all students to use.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the Spiral Notebooks provide our students with a dedicated space to jot down notes and ideas, enhancing their learning experience. The Oil Pastels have inspired creativity in art projects, allowing students to express themselves in vibrant and colorful ways.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom is not only tidier but also more conducive to learning. We appreciate your commitment to supporting our students and their education.","fullyFundedDate":1680788000508,"projectUrl":"project/folders-labels-staplers-oh-my/7079158/","projectTitle":"Folders, Labels, Staplers, Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7171879_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659490365604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/supportmssmithsclassroom"},{"teacherId":7171879,"projectId":7565445,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation that funded our coffee cart! We successfully launched the coffee cart last year, and I am excited to share that we are continuing this initiative into the current school year.\r\n\r\nOur students have been actively involved in running the coffee cart as part of our entrepreneurship project. They handle various responsibilities, from managing inventory to interacting with customers. This hands-on experience has allowed them to develop crucial skills such as teamwork, communication, and financial literacy.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the coffee cart materials, their reactions were filled with excitement and curiosity. They couldn't wait to get started and immediately began brainstorming ideas for menu items and marketing strategies. It was heartwarming to witness their enthusiasm and creativity in action.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, our current lesson focuses on expanding the coffee cart's offerings. The students are tasked with researching new beverage options and creating a marketing plan to promote our cart within the school. 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