{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Highline Community Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":50.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":548607,"projectId":9806331,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generous donation that allowed us to buy so many cool board and card games for our kids! During our first session of Board Game Club, we taught the older kids how to play many of the classic board games that we learned as kids, but that they had never seen before. We also taught them some newer card games. They learned how to play cooperatively, how to congratulate each other on wins, and how to lose a match gracefully. For session 2, the older kids then came and taught our younger kids how to play the games they'd learned in session one. It was so exciting to see our older kids step up and become leaders for the Littles. Overall, our first run at Board Game Club felt like a huge success!","fullyFundedDate":1762889085348,"projectUrl":"project/play-connect-learn-from-board-games/9806331/","projectTitle":"Play, Connect, Learn - From Board Games to Bright Futures!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bredsdorff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp548607_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750107418933","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/548607"},{"teacherId":9147398,"projectId":9975067,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generosity of Panda Cares. The students get so excited when a new package comes with new art supplies, it really is so exciting and they love to see what has come for the classroom. The students are using the new art supplies to make very fun projects in the art room.\r\nThe students used chalk pastels as part of their Lunar New Year art including a custom lantern mixed media painting and paint markers. Having access to these high quality art supplies really makes a difference in the outcome of their projects including brightness of colors and integrity of the paper.\r\nThe students learned about the Great Race and the significance of the lanterns in celebrating Lunar New Year. They had a great time designing their lanterns and painting the sunset with cool colors.\r\nWe use the paint markers in an on going manner as they are a special art supply they can earn and use for special projects including painting on our classroom furniture. Using the paint markers is very special to the students they are so excited when they get to use them and are very careful when they put them away so they continue to have them as an art supply. They are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1769177303313,"projectUrl":"project/happy-art-happy-new-year-celebrate-th/9975067/","projectTitle":"Happy Art! Happy New Year! Celebrate the Lunar New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9147398"},{"teacherId":9226320,"projectId":9885300,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our Fairy Tales Aren't Just For Reading Anymore! These STEM kits will bring stories to life in ways my students never imagined. When we reveal the materials to them, I know their eyes will light up, and they will immediately begin imagining how to help their favorite characters.\r\n\r\nThey will now be able to design a raft for the Gingerbread Man to cross the water, testing different materials and improving their designs with each attempt. They will also be able to build furniture that can support Goldilocks' weight—sparking laughter, creativity, and real problem-solving skills. These projects engage both imagination-driven learners and budding scientists, allowing them to explore stories in deeper, hands-on ways.\r\n\r\nThe kits have also opened a new opportunity: we're connecting with local engineers who we hope to invite into the classroom to present and guide us in using our STEM resources. This collaboration will give students real-world insight into engineering while expanding their skills.\r\n\r\nI was able to connect with our reading curriculum coach, and she steered us to specific lessons within our curriculum that directly connect to these fairy tales. Your generosity has given students tools, inspiration, and confidence to grow as readers, writers, and \r\nyoung scientists.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make learning fun, meaningful, and unforgettable!","fullyFundedDate":1769037229866,"projectUrl":"project/fairy-tales-arent-just-for-reading-anym/9885300/","projectTitle":"Fairy Tales Aren't Just for Reading Anymore!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9226320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759138787238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9226320"},{"teacherId":9226320,"projectId":10007416,"letterContent":"Thanks to you, my students now have books to take home and share with their families! Many of my students come from diverse backgrounds and don't always have access to books at home, so these new books are opening doors to learning, imagination, and family connection.\r\n\r\nAlready, I've seen the excitement as students read aloud to siblings and parents, share stories, and build confidence as readers. Reading together at home strengthens vocabulary, comprehension, and social-emotional skills—while helping students develop a lifelong love of reading.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a real difference in my students' learning and in their families' lives. Thank you for helping us turn reading into an adventure everyone can enjoy!","fullyFundedDate":1768267855211,"projectUrl":"project/closing-the-book-gap-at-home/10007416/","projectTitle":"Closing the Book Gap at Home","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9226320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759138787238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9226320"},{"teacherId":9226320,"projectId":9974626,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support of our \"Lucky Pages for the Lunar New Year\" project, our classrooms are now filled with wonderful new books! Students are exploring exciting stories, learning new words, and discovering cultures from around the world.\r\n\r\nThese books are helping our students build key skills like comprehension, critical thinking, and vocabulary—all while sparking curiosity and a love of reading. Reading time has become one of the highlights of the day, with students eagerly sharing their favorite stories and ideas with each other.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has opened doors to learning, imagination, and joy. On behalf of our classrooms, thank you for making reading an adventure for every student!","fullyFundedDate":1767149963594,"projectUrl":"project/lucky-pages-for-the-lunar-new-year/9974626/","projectTitle":"Lucky Pages for the Lunar New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9226320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759138787238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9226320"},{"teacherId":9147398,"projectId":9941132,"letterContent":"I want to take the time to express my sincere gratitude to the thoughtful donors for their generosity it has allowed our students to have access to quality art supplies they may have not otherwise had access to.\r\nIt is so exciting when a package comes and the students get to see what is inside! They love to see the new art supplies and we will often try them out right on the spot! So much fun for the kids they love to try new things out.\r\nWe have an amazing diverse community with students from many different cultures and backgrounds represented. The students love to make art that expresses their cultures as well as appreciating other cultures as well. With our new art supplies we are able to use bright vibrant colors to elevate creations and experiment with new tools and mediums.\r\nCurrently we are learning about radial symmetry in art and making mixed media projects that illustrate this art element. The students are also making desert landscapes using paint and collage as well as drawing. Students are always making notes of appreciation for all staff members, they are so excited to use the new art supplies to enhance their notes.","fullyFundedDate":1764961274210,"projectUrl":"project/spread-kindness-through-expression-and-c/9941132/","projectTitle":"Spread Kindness through Expression and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9147398"},{"teacherId":2392341,"projectId":9296544,"letterContent":"The puppet theater is in our school library. Students noticed it right away when they came for library in the first week that it was set up. I heard gasps, comments like, \"Oooooh, we have a puppet theater?! Can we use it today?\" \r\n\r\nIn the time that the puppet theater has been available to students, they have used it in several different ways. One student, unprompted by me, had her chosen puppet \"reading\" from the book she had just checked out. Her classmates had gathered as an audience on the tiered seating I put in the theater area. What a great way to practice oral reading fluency! We have had solo puppet shows as well as duos entertaining their classmates. By using the puppet theater, our multilingual learners have had a non-threatening opportunity to practice their English. \r\n\r\nWe recently had our monthly Super Saturday at the Library event for families. Not only did students utilize the puppet theater, but younger siblings did as well. It was so heartwarming to see students performing shows with their parents in the \"audience\" watching. \r\n\r\nThere is no doubt that the puppet theater is a great addition to our school library!","fullyFundedDate":1746712497840,"projectUrl":"project/language-and-literacy-development-throug/9296544/","projectTitle":"Language and Literacy Development Through Puppetry","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2392341_orig.jpg?crop=364,364,x0,y33&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553828644646","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimbeal"},{"teacherId":10114657,"projectId":9547522,"letterContent":"Our class is deeply grateful for the generous gift card we received. It has allowed us to bring meaningful, high‑quality resources into our 5th‑grade classroom that we otherwise would not have been able to access. With your support, we've been able to introduce materials that reflect the diverse cultures, histories, and perspectives of our students and the world around them. This has helped create a learning environment where every child feels seen, valued, and represented, and it has sparked rich conversations that broaden their understanding of one another.\r\n\r\nThe gift card also opened the door for us to expand our curriculum in exciting and intentional ways. We were able to purchase books, hands‑on activities, and learning tools that highlight voices from many backgrounds, allowing students to explore new ideas and connect with content on a deeper level. These resources have strengthened our lessons, enriched classroom discussions, and supported a more inclusive approach to teaching. Your generosity has truly made a lasting impact on our classroom community, and we are so thankful for the opportunities it has created.","fullyFundedDate":1755040755883,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-w-the-best-5th-graders/9547522/","projectTitle":"Tpt w/ the Best 5th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10114657"},{"teacherId":3360105,"projectId":9809369,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for this funding! Many students come to school daily asking for a snack and I want our kind students to be able to provide other students at our school with something to eat. Students can grab a game or a snack for a fellow peer anytime they feel they need one to make them feel welcome, happy, and fed. Students will be in charge of the space, organizing the games and snacks. \r\n\r\nWe will be able to send home games with families to play at home to promote language at home. They have enjoyed playing at school, we laugh and giggle the whole time. You have helped make this happen!","fullyFundedDate":1763498206581,"projectUrl":"project/community-wellness-and-literacy-night-to/9809369/","projectTitle":"Community Wellness and Literacy Night to Celebrate Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pierce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3360105_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450226332432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/holly-pierce"},{"teacherId":3360105,"projectId":9769023,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for this funding! Many students come to school daily asking for a snack and I want our kind students to be able to provide other students at our school with something to eat. Students can grab a game or a snack for a fellow peer anytime they feel they need one to make them feel welcome, happy, and fed. Students will be in charge of the space, organizing the games and snacks. \r\n\r\nWe will be able to send home games with families to play at home to promote language at home. They have enjoyed playing at school, we laugh and giggle the whole time. You have helped make this happen!","fullyFundedDate":1760637499235,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-our-school-community/9769023/","projectTitle":"Snacks for our school community","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pierce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3360105_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450226332432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/holly-pierce"},{"teacherId":10242000,"projectId":9683204,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible kindness and generosity. Your contribution to our healthy snack project has made a truly meaningful difference in the lives of our elementary students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we were able to provide a wide variety of nutritious snacks that kept students focused throughout the school day and better equipped to regulate their emotions. Many of the items purchased were snacks the students had personally requested, and their excitement upon seeing the fully stocked options was unforgettable.\r\n\r\nYour donation enabled us to keep Ms. Danielle's snack drawer filled for the entire semester—our ultimate goal, and an accomplishment that would not have been possible without your help. These snacks became a reliable source of comfort and support for students who needed a boost to stay engaged and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your generosity has improved many students' school experiences in a very real and lasting way. We are deeply grateful for your support and the positive impact you have made on our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1757727193631,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focus-healthy-snacks-for-growin/9683204/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focus: Healthy Snacks for Growing Minds and Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Danielle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10242000_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y297&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765498337157","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10242000"},{"teacherId":9226320,"projectId":9769441,"letterContent":"Our students have been truly uplifted by the generous new resources provided to our school. From the moment they first saw the blankets and books, the school was filled with excitement. Students eagerly explored the book selections and proudly chose a blanket of their own. What made the experience even more special was their enthusiasm in helping one another—passing out books and blankets, making sure every student felt included and supported.\r\n\r\nThese resources are already making a meaningful difference. Each student is able to take a book and blanket home, creating a warm and comfortable environment for reading outside of school. This simple addition has encouraged students to spend more time reading at home, helping them strengthen their literacy skills.\r\n\r\nBeyond improving their reading abilities, students are also sharing their new books—and their growing confidence as readers—with their families. This connection between home and school is helping foster a deeper love for reading that extends far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for providing resources that not only support academic growth but also nurture joy, comfort, and community among our students. 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