{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Parrish Charter Academy","outOfStateSupporters":17.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7894326,"projectId":7606919,"letterContent":"I want to take the time to tell you how much it means to myself and my students, that you have shown your support! Your kindness and generosity helps give my students hope and genuine life lessons that there are truly kind people who do things to show that they care and that they support one another. We truly appreciate the love that you have poured out by donating to our classroom and helping students have a bigger variety of books to choose from. You have helped reach more students to show them the love of reading and it has made a huge impact. Thank you again, we truly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1691000861266,"projectUrl":"project/a-world-of-books/7606919/","projectTitle":"A World of Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7894326_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690602507768","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7894326"},{"teacherId":7894326,"projectId":7599491,"letterContent":"With your love and support, my students have been able to thrive in the world of books. By supporting our classroom library, you have enabled so many more students to find a book that they finally enjoy through the variety. By doing so, this helped open up the world of literacy and reading to show them that there really are some great adventures to read about that they can truly enjoy. Each student has his or her likes and dislikes, and some times it just takes that one book to feel like gold in their hands, and you helped make that possible. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity! You are truly helping make the world a better place, one student at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1691000861133,"projectUrl":"project/our-classroom-library-awaits/7599491/","projectTitle":"Our Classroom Library Awaits!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7894326_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690602507768","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7894326"},{"teacherId":7894326,"projectId":6828472,"letterContent":"One of the greatest joys in teaching, is the ability to watch more and more students get to a point where they start to enjoy school and/or learning. When it comes to this generation of kids, that is all the more difficult to do. However, giving them options on if they want to \"wobble\" in a seat, rest against a pillow against the desk, or sit on a stool instead of a chair, makes a difference in their effectiveness in learning. \r\n I want to take the time to thank you for choosing my class to donate too. The impact you have made on their reading is magnificent! Giving students access to a wider variety of books enables them to find something each one of them can enjoy! Thank you for caring for our classroom! You are truly helping to make the world a better place!","fullyFundedDate":1663700251873,"projectUrl":"project/books-teach-progress/6828472/","projectTitle":"Books Teach Progress!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7894326_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690602507768","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7894326"},{"teacherId":7894326,"projectId":6628861,"letterContent":"I just want to take the time to thank you for choosing to help us teachers and our students alike. Your kindness and generosity truly makes a huge impact on education and I cannot thank you enough! The technology has helped make it easier for students to work on online educational programs that adapt to their own growth and learning. It has also made a huge impact on their research abilities by allowing them to utilize online library resources. \r\n Without amazing people such as yourself, so many of us teachers would be without these materials, flexible seating, and activities that make learning come to life and be so much bigger of a success. so thank you, once again, from the bottom of my heart!","fullyFundedDate":1660069503930,"projectUrl":"project/technology-wish-list/6628861/","projectTitle":"Technology Wish List","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7894326_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690602507768","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7894326"},{"teacherId":7894326,"projectId":6589350,"letterContent":"I want to take the time to thank you for choosing my class to donate too. The impact you have made on their reading, their ability to have more options for seating, and for the ability to choose where they will sit comfortably in the classroom. My students have been able to enjoy different areas around the room, thanks to the flexible seating. \r\n One of the greatest joys in teaching, is the ability to watch more and more students get to a point where they start to enjoy school and/or learning. When it comes to this generation of kids, that is all the more difficult to do. However, giving them options on if they want to \"wobble\" in a seat, rest against a pillow against the desk, or sit on a stool instead of a chair, makes a difference in their effectiveness in learning. \r\n I truly appreciate your support and generosity. I have been able to enjoy teaching my students, while they have been able to enjoy learning in a way that works for them. So thank you again! It is with your help, that my students are soaring into the sky and climbing great heights, to make this world a better place-one class of kiddos at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1660069505780,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-robersons-flexible-seating/6589350/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Roberson’s Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7894326_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690602507768","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7894326"},{"teacherId":7443533,"projectId":9311484,"letterContent":"he new multicultural baby dolls, paint cups, and chairs made a meaningful impact on both our classroom environment and student engagement. The multicultural baby dolls encouraged nurturing play, empathy, and inclusive conversations among students. Children were excited to see dolls that reflected different cultures and skin tones, which helped foster a stronger sense of belonging, acceptance, and respect for diversity within the classroom community. Students became more engaged in dramatic play activities, using language skills and social-emotional skills while interacting with one another.\r\n\r\nThe addition of the paint cups greatly improved our art experiences by helping students stay organized and independent during creative activities. Students were able to easily access and manage materials, which increased participation, reduced wait times, and encouraged more creativity and experimentation during art and writing center activities.\r\n\r\nThe new chairs in the writing center created a more comfortable and inviting learning space for students. As a result, students spent more time engaged in writing, drawing, and literacy-based activities. The updated seating helped improve focus, collaboration, and overall enthusiasm for the writing center. Together, these materials enhanced student learning, promoted inclusivity, supported independence, and created a more positive and engaging classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1755720030036,"projectUrl":"project/a-new-beginning/9311484/","projectTitle":"A New Beginning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Custer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7443533_orig.jpg?crop=1144,1144,x56,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650652824111","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7443533"},{"teacherId":7443533,"projectId":9307550,"letterContent":"The new circle time rug has transformed our classroom by creating a welcoming, organized space where students can gather comfortably for lessons, discussions, and community building. It has helped improve focus, participation, and classroom engagement during group activities. The new bookshelf with built-in seating has also enhanced our quiet reading corner by giving students a cozy, inviting place to read independently and enjoy books. Together, these additions have created a more positive learning environment that supports collaboration, literacy development, and student comfort while encouraging a stronger sense of belonging and excitement for learning each day.","fullyFundedDate":1755720029225,"projectUrl":"project/freshen-up-our-room/9307550/","projectTitle":"Freshen Up Our Room!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Custer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7443533_orig.jpg?crop=1144,1144,x56,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650652824111","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7443533"},{"teacherId":2585091,"projectId":9335408,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. Some of the items I ordered were not available but I was allowed to select replacements. It turned out to be such an amazing gift!\r\n\r\nI received colored paper and cardstock, a camping chair to sit in during recess, a surge protector strip, headphones for my students, a birthday bulletin board set, toys for my treasure box, expo markers, brochure holders, and a document camera, as well as two tablets. The materials have been so useful this year and have made such a difference in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755720237316,"projectUrl":"project/teaching-with-tech/9335408/","projectTitle":"Teaching with Tech","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prenkert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2585091_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1460424873395","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prenkert"},{"teacherId":2585091,"projectId":9279320,"letterContent":"Thank you for all the Manipulatives for my classroom. Your support and generosity are greatly appreciated.\r\n\r\nWe use the clocks, rulers and Bingo markers at appropriate times in our curriculum centers. I also used them to teach my students during whole group and small groups at my teaching table.\r\n\r\nThe bookcases were a welcomed addition to my classroom. They stored the books for my students to find books of their own interest. \r\n\r\nThe notebooks stored my curriculum in an efficient format. It was great to always be one step ahead!\r\n\r\nI appreciate everything received. It certainly makes a big difference for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1755720236464,"projectUrl":"project/manipulative-magic/9279320/","projectTitle":"Manipulative Magic","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prenkert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2585091_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1460424873395","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prenkert"},{"teacherId":2585091,"projectId":9258689,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generosity towards my classroom. The tablets now have a home in a locked cabinet! The cabinet keeps my technology charged and ready for use. It is easily accessible for my students as well. I love that when I go home at night, I know my technology is locked away safely. \r\n\r\nI also appreciate the student rolling chair. We used it for student of the week. It was definitely a game changer! The students did their best to earn rights of the chair for a whole week!\r\n\r\nAgain I want to thank you for making a difference in my classroom and in the life of a child!","fullyFundedDate":1755720236817,"projectUrl":"project/tablet-time/9258689/","projectTitle":"Tablet Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prenkert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2585091_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1460424873395","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prenkert"},{"teacherId":8201949,"projectId":9306199,"letterContent":"This equipment helped so much, it helps our students stay safe at PE class. Thank you so much for donating. At PCA we have alot of students so keeping them safe during activities required preplanned guidelines and the use of special equipment to keep the students organized so they can enjoy class and leave class happy. We also work to provide a safe area for our classes. We also work together as teachers to come up with a list of supplies we need to make sure this happens and kids stay organized and safe in class.","fullyFundedDate":1755720420135,"projectUrl":"project/pe-safety-equipment/9306199/","projectTitle":"PE Safety Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mulligan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8201949"},{"teacherId":7443533,"projectId":9307337,"letterContent":"Our writing center is a vibrant and inviting space where creativity and confidence come to life. Designed with young learners in mind, it is filled with engaging materials such as colorful paper, journals, markers, alphabet charts, and word walls that inspire children to express their ideas freely. Whether they are drawing pictures with labels, writing simple sentences, or creating imaginative stories, students are eager to spend time in the writing center. It has quickly become one of their favorite areas in the classroom, where they feel proud to share their thoughts and see themselves as real writers.\r\n\r\nThe impact of the writing center extends far beyond the space itself, positively influencing the entire classroom environment. As children grow more comfortable with writing, they become more confident communicators, both on paper and in conversation. Their enthusiasm often carries over into other activities, strengthening literacy skills across subjects. The writing center also fosters independence, collaboration, and creativity, as students often work together, share ideas, and celebrate each other's work. 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