{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pershing Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10436901,"projectId":10376244,"letterContent":"My students are thoroughly enjoying the carpets, beanbags, and the stools! Our library is cozy and relaxing! They love sitting back there during independent reading time and if they need a calm down minute.\r\nOur small group area now accommodates everyone easily.My students got to help with all the unboxing and they were so excited! It's been a great contribution to our classroom space.\r\nI was able to put together our prize wheel to motivate classroom culture and prizes to keep student motivation! \r\nThanks so much for helping fund this project.","fullyFundedDate":1790433928734,"projectUrl":"project/new-to-u-city-4th-grade-ready/10376244/","projectTitle":"New to U City! 4th Grade Ready!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10436901_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784481695390","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10436901"},{"teacherId":10609882,"projectId":10522513,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generosity and support in providing much-needed resources for my fourth-grade classroom. Your contributions have made a meaningful difference in creating an organized, welcoming, and engaging learning environment where my students can thrive.\r\n\r\nEach resource serves an important purpose in our daily classroom routines. The organizer cart helps me keep instructional materials easily accessible, allowing for smoother transitions and more efficient learning. The student folders help my scholars develop responsibility and organizational skills while keeping their assignments and important materials in one place. Our classroom clock and timer support time management, encourage independence, and help my students remain focused during instructional activities. \r\n\r\nAs a fourth teacher, I strive to create a classroom where every student feels valued, supported, and motivated to learn. Your donations have helped me provide resources that not only improve our classroom environment but also encourage essential skills.\r\n\r\nThank you fr believing in my students and investing in their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1787250140466,"projectUrl":"project/funding-a-classroom-of-love/10522513/","projectTitle":"Funding a Classroom of Love!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10609882_orig.png?crop=228,228,x0,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787190703333","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10609882"},{"teacherId":8963374,"projectId":10418954,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Help Us Create a Classroom Where Every Student Can Learn\" project! Your generosity has helped make our classroom a more comfortable, welcoming, and exciting place for students to learn each day.\r\nMy students were especially excited about the new colored pencils! They loved seeing all of the different colors and could not wait to use them. We have been using them during different activities across subjects, including illustrating our writing, completing projects, and adding details to our classwork. Something as simple as having a variety of colors has made students more excited to complete their work and show their creativity.\r\nThe classroom carpet has also made a huge difference. It has given us a comfortable space where we can come together for morning meetings, classroom discussions, read-alouds, and lessons. Students enjoy gathering on the carpet, and it has helped create a stronger sense of community in our classroom.\r\nAs we continue through the school year, we will use these materials during hands-on projects, reading and writing activities, and collaborative learning. I am excited to continue finding new ways for students to use their creativity while building their academic skills.\r\nThank you for helping us create a classroom where students are excited to come in, learn, create, and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1787149588139,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-create-a-classroom-where-every-s/10418954/","projectTitle":"Help Us Create a Classroom Where Every Student Can Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8963374_orig.png?crop=957,957,x0,y370&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676520498300","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8963374"},{"teacherId":8963374,"projectId":9934686,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students through our \"Building Stamina With Volume of Reading Texts\" project! Your generosity has helped provide my students with more opportunities to read, practice important skills, and grow their confidence as readers.\r\nThese new texts allow students to practice skills such as identifying the main idea, finding text evidence, making inferences, learning new vocabulary, and explaining their thinking. Just as importantly, having a variety of books gives students the opportunity to find topics and stories that genuinely interest them.\r\nReading in our classroom includes whole-group lessons, small-group instruction, partner reading, and independent reading. We are working on building students' reading stamina so they can stay focused and engaged with a text for longer periods of time. Students are learning that becoming a stronger reader takes practice, just like any other skill.\r\nOne of the best parts has been watching students become excited about having more books available to them. Some students immediately begin looking through the new selections, talking with classmates about what they are reading, and searching for another book when they finish. Students who were once hesitant to read independently are beginning to find books that capture their attention and encourage them to keep reading.\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping me create a classroom where they have the resources they need to become stronger, more confident readers. Your support truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1773845304112,"projectUrl":"project/building-stamina-with-volume-of-reading/9934686/","projectTitle":"Building Stamina With Volume of Reading Texts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8963374_orig.png?crop=957,957,x0,y370&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676520498300","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8963374"},{"teacherId":4852898,"projectId":10168531,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to my project. This has allowed me to have a charged set of Chromebooks in the library for students to use. While students also have Chromebooks in their classroom, they are not consistently charged or functioning. Having a place to secure and store them in the library ensures they are charged for student use and serviced as needs arise. My students are so excited to have access to Chromebooks in the library. They have also started collecting and bringing stickers to help me decorate the cart. We are looking forward to using it all year!","fullyFundedDate":1778007184551,"projectUrl":"project/charged-and-ready-to-learn-with-a-chrome/10168531/","projectTitle":"Charged and Ready to Learn With a Chromebook Cart!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4852898_orig.jpg?crop=4160,4160,x0,y748&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683560496402","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4852898"},{"teacherId":8963374,"projectId":9434777,"letterContent":"We are incredibly thankful to everyone who donated school supplies to support our Back-to-School Supplies for a Strong Start drive. Your generosity has helped make sure our students begin the school year with the materials they need to learn, grow, and be successful. Every backpack, notebook, pencil, folder, and other school supply that was donated will make a meaningful difference in a child's educational journey. Your kindness helps ease the financial burden on families while also giving students the confidence to walk into the classroom prepared and excited to learn. We truly appreciate your support, compassion, and commitment to investing in our students and school community. Because of your generosity, our students are starting the school year with the tools they need and the encouragement to do their very best. Thank you for helping us give every child a strong start to a successful school year. Your support is greatly appreciated and will have a lasting impact throughout the year.","fullyFundedDate":1758809921561,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-supplies-for-a-strong-sta/9434777/","projectTitle":"Back-to-School Supplies for a Strong Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8963374_orig.png?crop=957,957,x0,y370&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676520498300","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8963374"},{"teacherId":3363566,"projectId":9982365,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your support of my \"Creative Colorful Classroom\" project! It has been such a joy to see these materials being used and enjoyed in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe Mr. Sketch scented markers have quickly become a favorite! They add bright pops of color to my demonstrations and classroom visuals, and the fun scents always bring a little extra excitement and a few smiles. It may seem like a small thing, but those little moments of joy help make our classroom a place where creativity feels fun and inviting.\r\n\r\nThe document camera has also made such a difference in the way I teach. I can easily demonstrate techniques and projects step-by-step while making sure every student has a clear view. It has made our lessons flow more smoothly and allows my students to focus on creating instead of worrying about whether they can see what I'm demonstrating.\r\n\r\nMost of all, I appreciate knowing that there are people who believe in the importance of creativity and want to help provide meaningful experiences for my students. Your generosity has brought more color, excitement, and connection into our classroom, and we are truly thankful.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me create a space where creativity can shine!","fullyFundedDate":1774027794817,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-creativity-and-clear-instructio/9982365/","projectTitle":"Colorful Creativity and Clear Instruction for Young Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hedges","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3363566_orig.jpg?crop=2150,2150,x0,y573&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767661423404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3363566"},{"teacherId":2512042,"projectId":9814277,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students are now using the IMSE Word-Building Kits every day during small-group reading instruction. Instead of only seeing words on paper, students are physically building them by moving sound tiles, manipulating phonemes, and chaining words together. One powerful moment happened when a student who typically hesitates during reading quickly built the word ship, then confidently changed it to shop and stop. The smile on their face said everything. They were no longer guessing. They were understanding how words work. That confidence is beginning to transfer into their independent reading and writing.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue using the kits to strengthen more advanced phonics patterns, practice word chaining with increasing complexity, and apply these skills directly to connected text. Because of your support, my students are not just practicing reading. They are unlocking the code and building lasting confidence as readers.","fullyFundedDate":1762980814029,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-readers-with-imse-word-b/9814277/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Readers with IMSE Word-Building Kits","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McBride","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2512042_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630793937212","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcbridej"},{"teacherId":9194726,"projectId":9442548,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing iPads for our classroom. Your kindness is already making a meaningful difference for our students.\r\n\r\nThese iPads will be used daily in our elementary resource room to help students master foundational skills such as letter recognition, number sense, and other essential learning goals. With engaging, interactive programs, students are able to practice at their own pace while building confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students now have access to tools that make learning more accessible, motivating, and fun. We are incredibly grateful for your belief in our students and for investing in their success.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support.","fullyFundedDate":1760735620043,"projectUrl":"project/please-help-my-students-rock-roll-this/9442548/","projectTitle":"Please Help My Students Rock & Roll This New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Engel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9194726_orig.jpg?crop=749,750,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726789778473","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrslengel"},{"teacherId":2512042,"projectId":9829199,"letterContent":"I recently had the opportunity to participate in the Wilson Reading System Advanced Strategies for Small-Group Instruction course, and it was an incredibly valuable experience. This professional development provided deep insight into delivering high-impact, multisensory instruction in small-group settings. I learned strategies to make lessons more structured, engaging, and responsive to each student's individual needs within a group.\r\n\r\nThe highlight of the course was learning how to plan and deliver WRS lessons in a way that allows me to adjust instruction within the same group. Now, when students are working together, I can meet each child at their own level while keeping lessons structured and multisensory. This targeted approach helps students experience success more quickly, which builds confidence and motivates them to keep trying, even when reading feels challenging.\r\n\r\nI am especially excited to use word-conscious lessons that connect phonics, spelling, vocabulary, and writing. My students are beginning to make clear connections between the sounds they read, the words they spell, and the meaning of what they read. This has helped them tackle more challenging texts, read with greater fluency, and understand what they are reading. Watching their confidence grow as they see themselves becoming capable readers has been the most rewarding part of this work.","fullyFundedDate":1760892445987,"projectUrl":"project/leveling-up-literacy-advanced-strategie/9829199/","projectTitle":"Leveling Up Literacy: Advanced Strategies for Small-Group Instruction","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McBride","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2512042_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630793937212","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcbridej"},{"teacherId":2512042,"projectId":9393400,"letterContent":"My students come to reading group every day curious, determined, and ready to try, even when reading seems challenging. Many of them are still developing foundational literacy skills, but what stands out most is their persistence. They celebrate small wins, sound out words carefully, and keep going even when a word or sentence challenges them.\r\n\r\nThe new materials from this project have made planning and instructional changes seamless. Students are learning how sounds connect to letters through structured, multisensory lessons that support their individual learning needs. With hands on phonics workbooks and writing practice, students are able to practice skills repeatedly, which helps build both accuracy and confidence.\r\n\r\nThe decodable texts that match students' phonics skills allow them to read successfully and independently. This success strengthens fluency, comprehension, and self belief as readers. One of the most exciting updates is the addition of nonfiction decodable texts. Students are excited to read real world topics while practicing their phonics skills, which increases engagement and helps them see reading as a meaningful and powerful tool for learning about the world.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their growth as readers. Because of your support, they are experiencing success, building confidence, and beginning to see themselves as capable readers. These resources are not just tools, they are opening doors, strengthening skills, and helping students realize that reading is something they can do. Your generosity is making a lasting impact in our classroom every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1758810027034,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-readers-with-updated-multisen/9393400/","projectTitle":"Empowering Readers with Updated Multisensory Instruction Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McBride","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2512042_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630793937212","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcbridej"},{"teacherId":4852898,"projectId":9473232,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity toward my project. My students love the challenge of reading the nominated books—it sparks great conversations and is helping them grow into lifelong readers. Many titles also encourage empathy and understanding others' experiences. The challenge titles especially inspire them to recommend books to friends, debate their favorites, and stay motivated to read more. Several reluctant readers are gaining confidence by working towards reading all the books on the list, and avid readers are excited to explore new stories they might not have picked up otherwise. I often see students sharing favorite moments and eagerly checking out the next title. Thank you again for supporting our readers—your generosity is truly making a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1758810107426,"projectUrl":"project/readers-on-the-rise-exploring-nominated/9473232/","projectTitle":"Readers on the Rise: Exploring Nominated Fiction and Graphic Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4852898_orig.jpg?crop=4160,4160,x0,y748&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683560496402","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4852898"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_77954","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":286,"numTeachers":24,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":84,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":79.7,"schoolId":77954,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pershing Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pershing Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/missouri/the-school-district-of-university-city/pershing-accelerated-elementary-school/77954"}