{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Richard C Priest Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":51.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9432284,"projectId":9210883,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for your generosity in providing materials that allow our students to learn how to grow their own food. With your support, they now have the chance to experience hands-on lessons about planting, nurturing, and harvesting. These opportunities not only teach them about healthy eating but also give them real-life skills that encourage responsibility, patience, and teamwork.\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom can go beyond textbooks and truly connect students with the environment and the food they eat. Watching their excitement as seeds sprout and plants grow is an incredible reminder of the impact your donation makes. Thank you for investing in their growth—both academically and personally—and for helping them discover the power and joy of growing their own food.","fullyFundedDate":1746785385897,"projectUrl":"project/learn-to-grow-and-eat/9210883/","projectTitle":"Learn to Grow and Eat!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kalli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9432284_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705440354866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9432284"},{"teacherId":9432284,"projectId":9047230,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generosity in providing materials for our classroom. Your support ensures that our students have the tools they need to learn, create, and thrive. With your help, we can make lessons more engaging, provide hands-on experiences, and build a space where every child feels supported and inspired.\r\nYour donation makes a direct impact on our students' daily learning. Because of you, we can focus on helping them grow their skills and confidence instead of worrying about missing supplies. Thank you for believing in our mission and investing in the future of these young learners. Your kindness truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1742823963239,"projectUrl":"project/learning-to-make-their-own/9047230/","projectTitle":"Learning to Make Their Own","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kalli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9432284_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705440354866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9432284"},{"teacherId":3634214,"projectId":2028189,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! We are thrilled to share with you how the Lego WeDo 2.0 project is already making a profound impact on our 4th and 5th grade students during their STEM block and will continue to grow into something even more exciting.\r\n\r\nThe Lego WeDo 2.0 kits are an amazing hands-on tool that is helping our students bridge the gap between coding and creativity. By building and programming their own Lego robots, students are learning essential STEM concepts like engineering, problem-solving, and computational thinking in a way that's both engaging and interactive. Through the combination of physical building and coding on computers and iPads, they can see their designs come to life, which makes the learning process feel real and rewarding. They're not just learning how to code—they're understanding the \"why\" and \"how\" behind each task, which deepens their problem-solving and critical thinking skills.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part of this project for our students is the hands-on experience. They love the challenge of designing their own creations and the immediate feedback they get when their robot works (or doesn't!). The opportunity to manipulate the Lego pieces and see their code control real-world movements is an incredible motivator. The excitement grows even more as they collaborate in small groups, solving problems together and learning how to iterate on their designs to improve them. It's truly inspiring to watch their faces light up when their robots start moving based on the code they wrote!\r\n\r\nYes, we have already noticed students who are especially thriving in this new environment. Some students who may not have been as engaged with traditional classroom work are now coming alive with the Lego WeDo 2.0 kits. One student who has struggled with writing assignments is showing a natural talent for coding and problem-solving, gaining confidence with each new robot they build. Another student who has a passion for puzzles and logic is now a leader in the group, helping peers troubleshoot and debug their robots.\r\n\r\nI've also seen a wonderful sense of teamwork and enthusiasm growing among all of them. The Lego WeDo 2.0 is encouraging collaboration and giving students the space to explore their interests in ways that they didn't think were possible. The excitement has even spread to some students who weren't initially interested in technology, but after seeing the cool things their classmates are building, they are eager to try it for themselves.\r\n\r\nThis project is already sowing the seeds for a future Robotics Club, and I can't wait to see how it will evolve with parent involvement and exhibits for Parent Teacher Night. My biggest hope is that this program helps unlock the hidden potential within each of these students, showing them that they are capable of amazing things.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1473983993750,"projectUrl":"project/stem-with-robotics/2028189/","projectTitle":"STEM with Robotics!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3634214_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1465355657845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3634214"},{"teacherId":9432284,"projectId":8957105,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for the generous donation of school supplies to our classroom. Your support has made an incredible impact on both myself and my students, and I want to share just how much it means to us.\r\n\r\nThanks to your thoughtful contribution, we now have access to a wide range of supplies that enhance our learning environment. The notebooks, markers, pens, and other materials have allowed my students to engage more creatively in their work, and the additional resources have helped ensure that no student feels left behind due to a lack of supplies.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding moments has been seeing the excitement in my students' eyes as they receive these new materials. For many of them, having new and functional supplies helps build confidence and pride in their work. It's not just about the supplies themselves but about what they represent: the belief that others care about their education and are invested in their future.\r\n\r\nIn addition, your donation has allowed us to introduce new hands-on projects, which are now possible due to the resources we've received. These projects have sparked curiosity, fostered collaboration, and encouraged critical thinking among the students. They are more excited to come to class, and I can see the difference in their enthusiasm and performance.\r\n\r\nOnce again, I want to thank you for your generosity. Your donation has had a lasting effect on our classroom, and I am deeply appreciative of your support. It's thanks to caring individuals like you that we can continue to offer our students the best possible learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1732229080596,"projectUrl":"project/stock-the-spices/8957105/","projectTitle":"Stock the Spices!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kalli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9432284_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705440354866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9432284"},{"teacherId":8670376,"projectId":8952235,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for considering us Pandas here at Priest Elementary School! Our project, Success In the Self-Contained Room, has made a great impact for students here in our self-contained autism classes. The students come to me when they need a break with the busy book, or if they're having a hard time with sensory input, I hand them one of the noise-cancelling headphones. One of my students has done a much better job of listening to instructions with the help of the timer-- he's given one minute to follow directions, and he makes sure to finish what he's supposed to be doing before the timer goes off. The lanyard ring with picture directions is my personal favorite, though. It helps me communicate with our students that struggle to express themselves. Thank you all so very much! 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