{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Peyton Forest Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":45.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7467574,"projectId":10138191,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping bring our classroom project to life. Your generosity will make a meaningful difference for my Pre-K students, who learn best when they can explore, touch, observe, and wonder.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my young learners will experience insect life cycles in ways that are both developmentally appropriate and truly magical. Materials like The Very Hungry Caterpillar storytelling kit, the plush, and the backyard bugs board book will help build early literacy and vocabulary. Even more exciting, the live caterpillars, ladybug larvae, and ant habitats you helped fund will allow students to witness real transformations right before their eyes.\r\n\r\nThe life cycle models and hatching kits will deepen their understanding of sequencing, classification, and scientific comparison. But what makes this project truly special is the opportunity for students to care for living creatures and see science unfold in real time.\r\nAs they watch caterpillars, ladybugs, and ants grow and change, my students will develop curiosity, observation skills, and a sense of responsibility. These hands-on experiences nurture both academic learning and social-emotional growth. Teaching patience, empathy, teamwork, and the joy of discovery.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is creating authentic, joy-filled learning moments that my young scientists will remember long after the insects fly or crawl away. Thank you for believing in them and investing in their wonder.","fullyFundedDate":1774963715994,"projectUrl":"project/the-busy-bug-learning-lab/10138191/","projectTitle":"The Busy Bug Learning Lab!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Askew","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7467574_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y195&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688427884640","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-a-askew"},{"teacherId":5528562,"projectId":9980676,"letterContent":"Our annual celebration of readers was a hit! The students could not wait to take their turn in the library where they received pizza and a drink and ate with their fellow class mates while admiring their new readers stickers. (The sheer delight of a sticker to elementary students is a wonder to behold!)\r\n\r\nAfter their time eating and drinking, they couldn't wait to get to pick out their very own book and relax and read in the library. \r\n\r\nFinally, after their class time was up, they went back to their classrooms with their new books and a goodie bag (complete with pizza scented bookmark and pencil) asa reward for being such great school readers. \r\n\r\nIt was deemed a success by teachers and students alike. Thank you for contributing and giving our kids this year end event. It was a wonderful year of reading!","fullyFundedDate":1774963052159,"projectUrl":"project/celebrate-the-readers/9980676/","projectTitle":"Celebrate the Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Malley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5528562_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531592647912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5528562"},{"teacherId":8306871,"projectId":10111429,"letterContent":"The \"Thrive With Me!\" project has made a positive impact on my classroom by helping students with disabilities feel more supported, engaged, and successful in their learning. The materials provided gave students different ways to practice skills, work together, and stay focused during lessons. This project helped create a more inclusive classroom environment where all students can learn in ways that meet their individual needs and build confidence in the classroom. Students are more excited to participate and are showing greater independence during activities. The project also helped improve collaboration and communication among students during small group learning. Overall, these resources have helped create a positive and encouraging learning environment for all students.","fullyFundedDate":1772039715509,"projectUrl":"project/thrive-with-me-swd/10111429/","projectTitle":"Thrive With Me! (SWD)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8306871_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y327&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778460256504","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8306871"},{"teacherId":8306871,"projectId":9908043,"letterContent":"The Tigers Running Club project has had a positive impact on my classroom by helping students stay active, healthy, and motivated. The supplies purchased, such as cones, hurdles, water bottles, sports drinks, bags, and deodorant, helped create a safe and organized environment for students to participate in running activities. This project encouraged teamwork, confidence, and responsibility while also promoting healthy habits and physical fitness. Students were excited to participate, and the club helped build a stronger sense of community and school spirit.","fullyFundedDate":1770232577974,"projectUrl":"project/turbo-tigers-running-club/9908043/","projectTitle":"Turbo Tigers Running Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8306871_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y327&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778460256504","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8306871"},{"teacherId":9916320,"projectId":10033919,"letterContent":"My students was able to learn new SEL techniques while having a hunting for eggs and finding ways to challenge one another. The scavenger hunts challenge them to use their brains to solve puzzles. They were also able to challenge one and another in board games, physical races, and other activities. Exposing them to critical thinking task is a critical part of cognitive growth and development. But the part they enjoyed the more was hunting for the eggs which showed speed, endurance, and strategic planning.","fullyFundedDate":1770232579720,"projectUrl":"project/bloom-boom-spring-week/10033919/","projectTitle":"Bloom & Boom Spring Week","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Andrews","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9916320"},{"teacherId":7467574,"projectId":9975471,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Clean, Refreshing Water for Growing Learners. Because of your generosity, each of my students now have water to drink throughout the day. This simple resource makes a meaningful difference, it helps them stay hydrated, focused, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, having a personal water bottle is a small but powerful boost to their confidence and independence. It also helps us build healthy habits and keeps our classroom running smoothly. Your kindness has created a more comfortable, caring learning environment, and my students feel seen and supported.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your willingness to invest in our classroom and in their growth.","fullyFundedDate":1770392439720,"projectUrl":"project/clean-refreshing-water-for-growing-lear/9975471/","projectTitle":"Clean, Refreshing Water for Growing Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Askew","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7467574_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y195&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688427884640","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-a-askew"},{"teacherId":9912375,"projectId":9581061,"letterContent":"Our Tie Dye Club has been having a great time using the new materials. One of our first projects was creating personalized tie-dye shirts using different folding techniques like spirals, crumples, and stripes. Students worked in small groups to plan their color combinations and patterns before dyeing their shirts. One really fun moment was when we unfolded the shirts after rinsing them—everyone gathered around to see how the patterns turned out, and there were lots of excited reactions when the designs were revealed.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were immediately excited. Many of them had never tried tie dye before, so the bright colors and bottles of dye made them curious and eager to start. They asked a lot of questions about how the colors would mix and what kinds of patterns they could create. Their enthusiasm made the whole room feel creative and energetic.\r\n\r\nNext, students will be experimenting with more advanced techniques and creating items beyond shirts, like tote bags and fabric squares that we plan to combine into a collaborative tie-dye display. They'll also be reflecting on what folding and color choices create certain patterns, so they can improve their designs. We're excited to keep exploring new ideas and building both creativity and teamwork in the club.","fullyFundedDate":1758217776088,"projectUrl":"project/splash-of-color-tie-dye-club-essentials/9581061/","projectTitle":"Splash of Color: Tie Dye Club Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dent","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9912375_orig.png?crop=410,410,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738633252013","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9912375"},{"teacherId":7467574,"projectId":9975249,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! Your kindness has helped us provide the fish food, filters, tank décor, and air pump we needed to keep our class aquarium healthy and thriving. Our students are so excited to care for our fish each day, and your gift makes it possible for them to learn responsibility, science skills, and empathy in a hands‑on, joyful way.\r\nWe truly appreciate your generosity and belief in our students. Because of you, our classroom is a brighter and more engaging place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1767558802664,"projectUrl":"project/a-splash-of-kindness-to-beauty/9975249/","projectTitle":"A Splash of Kindness, to Beauty","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Askew","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7467574_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y195&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688427884640","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-a-askew"},{"teacherId":9916320,"projectId":9929938,"letterContent":"With the new books, colorful rugs, rolling book cart, and cozy pillow covers, our literacy corner has truly become a place where learning feels comfortable and special. Instead of students rushing through reading time, they now look forward to it. They grab a pillow, find a spot on the rug, and immerse themselves in stories.\r\n\r\nOne moment that truly stood out was the first day everything was set up. When my students walked in and saw the upgraded space, their eyes lit up. Several of them immediately said, \"Is this for us?!\" and \"It feels like a real library!\" That excitement turned into longer reading stamina and more thoughtful book discussions. I even had a student who typically struggles to stay focused sit and read independently for nearly 20 minutes — a huge milestone!\r\n\r\nWe are using the new books during small group instruction, independent reading time, partner reading, and literacy rotations. The rolling cart allows us to easily rotate genres and themes, which keeps our reading fresh and engaging. Students are also practicing book talks, where they recommend their favorite reads to classmates — building both literacy and confidence.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, our next step is incorporating more structured literacy circles where students will dive deeper into comprehension, vocabulary, and storytelling elements. We are also beginning a student \"Reading Leaders\" initiative, where scholars will take ownership of organizing and managing parts of the literacy center — building responsibility along with academic growth.\r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just purchase materials — it created an environment that nurtures imagination, strengthens reading skills, and builds a genuine love for learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and believing in their potential. Your support is making a lasting impact every","fullyFundedDate":1764711246472,"projectUrl":"project/language-literature-center-upgrade/9929938/","projectTitle":"Language & Literature Center Upgrade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Andrews","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9916320"},{"teacherId":8306871,"projectId":9828720,"letterContent":"The Homework Helper project had a positive impact on my first-grade classroom by helping students stay organized and prepared for learning at home. With the folders, worksheets, and materials provided, students are better able to keep track of their work and return assignments on time.\r\n\r\nHaving consistent materials made homework routines easier for students and families. It also helped students build responsibility and independence. This project supported learning beyond the classroom and strengthened the connection between home and school.","fullyFundedDate":1762284224307,"projectUrl":"project/homework-helper/9828720/","projectTitle":"Homework Helper","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8306871_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y327&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778460256504","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8306871"},{"teacherId":8306871,"projectId":9704692,"letterContent":"The Little Leader Readers books made a strong impact in my first-grade classroom by supporting students' decoding skills. The books are written at an appropriate level, allowing students to practice sounding out words and applying phonics skills with confidence.\r\n\r\nStudents were more engaged during reading time and motivated to read independently. Repeated practice with these decodable texts helped improve fluency and accuracy. Because students could successfully read the books on their own, they built confidence and began to see themselves as capable readers.","fullyFundedDate":1764710330568,"projectUrl":"project/little-leader-readers/9704692/","projectTitle":"Little Leader Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8306871_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y327&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778460256504","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8306871"},{"teacherId":3011391,"projectId":9355787,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project, **\"Incentively Driven.\"** Because of you, my students now have positive reinforcement tools that encourage learning, build confidence, and promote responsible behavior in our classroom.\r\n\r\nI teach a self-contained autism classroom, and incentives play a powerful role in motivating students and helping them develop important social and academic skills. The items you provided allow me to reinforce positive choices such as staying on task, using kind words, following directions, and completing assignments. These incentives give students something meaningful to work toward and help create a structured, supportive learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is earning rewards for their hard work and good behavior. They take great pride in meeting goals and celebrating their successes. Students who once struggled to stay engaged are now more motivated to participate in lessons and activities. One student who had difficulty with focus now looks forward to earning incentives and shows increased effort throughout the day. Another student who often needed encouragement is beginning to show more independence and confidence when completing tasks.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped transform our classroom into a place where students feel recognized, valued, and excited about learning. These incentives are more than just rewards—they are tools that help students develop self-control, responsibility, and a positive attitude toward school.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for supporting their growth and success. Because of you, our classroom is a more encouraging and joyful place to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1758216351313,"projectUrl":"project/incentively-driven/9355787/","projectTitle":"Incentively Driven","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3011391_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507413451047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-wright2172"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_49324","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":283,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":88,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"7.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":54.7,"schoolId":49324,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Peyton Forest Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Peyton Forest Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/atlanta-public-schools/peyton-forest-elementary-school/49324"}