{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Provident Charter School West","outOfStateSupporters":17.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9966666,"projectId":9189911,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Sensory Garden Project has begun to take shape!\r\n\r\nThe joy of seeing and listening to children make discoveries is a large part of why any school staff members choose to pursue careers in education. Our students come from diverse socioeconomic, academic, and cultural backgrounds so it is even more satisfying to observe them make a discovery with each other. It gives them another opportunity to recognize their similarities rather than their differences as human beings.\r\n\r\nLast Spring we hosted two nests: Wrens and Robins. Students were able to monitor the eggs hatching, the growth of the chicks, and their eventual independence. First and Second graders studied a unit on butterflies and observed caterpillars through the cocoon phase before releasing them into the beautiful butterfly bushes we had planted.\r\n\r\nMore recently there was a great deal of excitement as the Third grade went out to the garden for a Science lesson, opened one of the picnic table umbrellas and found a bright green frog resting on the pole! This opened up a new avenue for discussion for the class.\r\n\r\nThis new and growing space has afforded not only our students but also our staff the opportunity to enjoy a quiet and peaceful area to catch their breath, encounter the sights and sounds of nature, and share some sweet experiences.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our efforts to engage and teach our students in unique ways!","fullyFundedDate":1743041029045,"projectUrl":"project/growing-a-garden-for-sensory-support/9189911/","projectTitle":"Growing a Garden for Sensory Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Melissa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9966666_orig.png?crop=131,131,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742922998940","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9966666"},{"teacherId":9776675,"projectId":9175484,"letterContent":"With your help and support, I have been able to create a wonderful and calming space for the students at PCS West. It has been a great addition to the school, and I am extremely appreciative to have this as a tool for the students here.\r\n\r\nAs I was putting together my space, many students saw the progression of the room to what it is now. The smiles on their faces and their excitement of what my room had to offer was heart-warming; however, the biggest impact didn't come from just visiting or having fun. The room's purpose was to help students learn to regulate emotions as well as improve their day. This was seen in times when students were not smiling and when they were having a hard time during the day. Prior to this project, a student would come in feeling angry or sad, and it would take some time to figure out the best way to help them given my limited supplies. Because of this project, the tools now available in my room give a variety of invaluable options.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, I am able to do my job with great success and help out students be the best versions of themselves. I am forever grateful. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1742304605799,"projectUrl":"project/pcs-west-calming-spot-part-2/9175484/","projectTitle":"PCS West Calming Spot (Part 2)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pinto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9776675"},{"teacherId":9776675,"projectId":9145897,"letterContent":"With your help and support, I have been able to create a wonderful and calming space for the students at PCS West. It has been a great addition to the school, and I am extremely appreciative to have this as a tool for the students here.\r\n\r\nAs I was putting together my space, many students saw the progression of the room to what it is now. The smiles on their faces and their excitement of what my room had to offer was heart-warming; however, the biggest impact didn't come from just visiting or having fun. The room's purpose was to help students learn to regulate emotions as well as improve their day. This was seen in times when students were not smiling and when they were having a hard time during the day. Prior to this project, a student would come in feeling angry or sad, and it would take some time to figure out the best way to help them given my limited supplies. Because of this project, the tools now available in my room give a variety of invaluable options.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, I am able to do my job with great success and help out students be the best versions of themselves. I am forever grateful. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1741972133650,"projectUrl":"project/pcs-west-calming-spot/9145897/","projectTitle":"PCS West Calming Spot","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pinto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9776675"},{"teacherId":9741100,"projectId":8999400,"letterContent":"I am so excited to start our new school year with all of the instruments and equipment we have been able to obtain through donors choose projects. These generous donations have been able to open up so many new opportunities for students and it has definitely been noticed in the classroom! Not only are students coming to class excited, but they are asking questions and showing real interest in everything we are doing in the lessons! I cannot thank you all enough for your assistance in building this welcoming environment where students can feel comfortable creating and grow into future young performers!","fullyFundedDate":1742900978566,"projectUrl":"project/turn-up-the-music/8999400/","projectTitle":"Turn Up the Music!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Patterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9741100_orig.jpg?crop=1443,1443,x0,y112&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727189024220","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9741100"},{"teacherId":9830850,"projectId":8953844,"letterContent":"The students were so excited when they saw we had received new materials. They were curious about the different methods and how the materials could be used to help them with their coordination and skill in Gym. I have been using pickleball and badminton equipment to build teamwork. The cage ball has been a fun and interactive way to work on the student's communication and gross motor skills. \r\n\r\nThe next step is to use these materials to build more teamwork and coordination and to teach the kids about the benefits of physical activity.","fullyFundedDate":1733498482394,"projectUrl":"project/pcswest-gym/8953844/","projectTitle":"PCSWest Gym","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Huang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9830850_orig.jpg?crop=1518,1518,x1612,y322&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731098183301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9830850"},{"teacherId":9830850,"projectId":8931113,"letterContent":"The students were so excited when they saw we had received new materials. They were curious about the different methods and how the materials could be used to help them with their coordination and skill in Tae Kwon-Do. I have been using the boards and the mat to build students' confidence. The BlazePods have been a fun and interactive way to work on the student's reflexes and coordination. We have created different games and activities using the BlazePods that work on balance, speed, and reaction time. The spots have been a great way for the younger and newer students to learn the basic movements in Tae Kwon-Do. \r\nThe next step is to use these materials to build more confidence and coordination while teaching them a good moral culture through the art of Tae Kwon-Do.","fullyFundedDate":1732026026125,"projectUrl":"project/pcs-w-tae-kwon-do-program/8931113/","projectTitle":"PCS-W Tae Kwon-Do Program","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Huang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9830850_orig.jpg?crop=1518,1518,x1612,y322&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731098183301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9830850"},{"teacherId":9741100,"projectId":8969256,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our music room! This last project was very exciting for the students. We spent our last class using all of the new drums. The large gathering drum appears to be the class favorite! We now have enough drums that we were able to end 2024 with a fun classroom drum circle! I have noticed that all of the new instruments have given the students a much better outlet for self expression. Even the students that are more shy have found something they enjoy playing! It is so great to see them wanting to play everything when we unbox it and have been very excited.","fullyFundedDate":1733333579214,"projectUrl":"project/groovy-music-supplies/8969256/","projectTitle":"Groovy Music Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Patterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9741100_orig.jpg?crop=1443,1443,x0,y112&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727189024220","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9741100"},{"teacherId":9741100,"projectId":8884245,"letterContent":"I can not thank you enough for your continued generosity for our classroom needs. 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