{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pisgah Forest Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":63.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":45667,"projectId":10234187,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students were able to deliver these special snacks throughout the school as a way to spread kindness, compassion, and appreciation. The Kindness Cart became more than just a cart of treats — it became a moving reminder that small acts of generosity can make a big difference.\r\n\r\nAs students passed out snacks, they practiced using kind words, warm smiles, and positive gestures. They worked together as a team, encouraging one another and taking pride in representing our classroom. This experience helped launch a school-wide initiative focused on how we use our words and actions to uplift others.","fullyFundedDate":1777994769289,"projectUrl":"project/wrapping-up-a-year-of-kindness/10234187/","projectTitle":"Wrapping Up A Year of Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp45667_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738537499392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kim-moore"},{"teacherId":45667,"projectId":10173733,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students had the exciting opportunity to build their very own motorized drawing robots. From the moment they opened the kits, they were engaged, curious, and eager to explore how the different parts worked together to create movement.\r\n\r\nAs students designed, assembled, and tested their Scribble Bots, they discovered important science and engineering concepts such as energy, motion, simple machines, and problem-solving. They learned through trial and error, made adjustments to improve their designs, and celebrated their successes along the way.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting parts of the project was watching the robots create unique and colorful patterns. Students were amazed to see how science and art could work together, transforming a simple engineering challenge into a creative masterpiece.\r\n\r\nYour generosity provided a hands-on learning experience that sparked creativity, encouraged critical thinking, and inspired a love of STEM. 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Each morning, students eagerly looked forward to seeing what adventures Yeti and Bigfoot had planned and what special snacks they would deliver.\r\n\r\nThe individually packaged snacks provided the fuel our students needed to stay focused, energized, and ready to tackle challenging assessments. More importantly, the fun and positive atmosphere created by our furry visitors helped ease testing anxiety and reminded students that they were supported, prepared, and capable of success.\r\n\r\nWhat could have been a stressful week became a memorable experience filled with laughter, motivation, and confidence. Students loved the daily surprises and felt encouraged to do their very best.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us create positive memories during an important time in their academic journey. Your kindness made a meaningful difference in the lives of our young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1777978259813,"projectUrl":"project/yeti-and-bigfoot/10204197/","projectTitle":"Yeti and Bigfoot","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp45667_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738537499392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kim-moore"},{"teacherId":45667,"projectId":10173400,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! Because of you, we were able to create an unforgettable glow-themed review day for my 2nd graders. We already had the black lights and highlighters, but with your help, we brought in all the fun extras like glow sticks, special hats and decorations to make the entire room come alive with light and excitement.\r\n\r\nThe day was more than just a celebration—it was a chance to honor how hard my students worked all year while engaging in meaningful review activities in math, reading, and writing. Their faces lit up as their glowing work shone under the black lights, and they had a blast solving math problems with glowing dice and showing off their learning in bright neon gear.\r\n\r\nI also used part of the funds to purchase helpful resources from Teachers Pay Teachers to ensure the day was both fun and academically meaningful. Thanks to you, we didn't just glow—we grew.","fullyFundedDate":1775603634373,"projectUrl":"project/glow-big-before-we-go/10173400/","projectTitle":"Glow Big Before We Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp45667_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738537499392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kim-moore"},{"teacherId":45667,"projectId":10177014,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing class t-shirts for Moore's S'mores of the S'more Squad! Our 3rd graders were thrilled to receive their shirts and proudly wore them on Field Day.\r\n\r\nThe matching shirts helped our students feel like a true team as they participated in games, cheered each other on, and made wonderful memories together. Seeing their smiles and excitement throughout the day was priceless. The shirts not only made it easier to keep our class together, but they also gave students a sense of belonging and pride in being part of our classroom family.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students enjoyed a special Field Day experience that they will remember for years to come. Thank you for helping create lasting memories and for supporting our amazing 3rd graders.","fullyFundedDate":1775603632289,"projectUrl":"project/moores-smores-sweet-memories-in-the-m/10177014/","projectTitle":"Moore’s S’mores: Sweet Memories in the Making!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp45667_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738537499392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kim-moore"},{"teacherId":45667,"projectId":10203261,"letterContent":"Our students are so excited to bring a little magic into the classroom with our fairy home project! Thanks to your generosity in providing soil, plastic containers, and grass seed, our students will be able to create imaginative fairy homes as a fun and calming end-of-year activity before the start of testing.\r\n\r\nThis hands-on project gives students a chance to be creative, work together, and enjoy a meaningful break while still learning and growing. Watching their fairy homes come to life will spark joy, imagination, and excitement during an important time of the school year.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and helping create special memories for our students. Your kindness and generosity truly make a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1778011760429,"projectUrl":"project/growing-our-learning-grass-house-stem-a/10203261/","projectTitle":"Growing Our Learning: Grass House STEM Activity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp45667_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738537499392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kim-moore"},{"teacherId":45667,"projectId":10176948,"letterContent":"We did it! We created school-wide encouragement!\r\n\r\nWe extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who generously provided funding for the EOG (End-of-Grade) incentives for our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students. Your support made it possible for us to encourage and celebrate our students with thoughtful cards, Smarties, and Capri Sun drinks. These small yet meaningful gifts brought big smiles and extra motivation during testing time.\r\n\r\nMy students were so proud and truly loved receiving cheers and compliments from their older peers. The positive energy and sense of community were felt throughout the school.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your kindness, generosity, and ongoing commitment to our students' success!","fullyFundedDate":1775603634102,"projectUrl":"project/eog-encouragement/10176948/","projectTitle":"EOG Encouragement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp45667_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738537499392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kim-moore"},{"teacherId":45667,"projectId":10206713,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project and helping us create a prize box for our students. Your generosity is giving us meaningful ways to celebrate effort, growth, and perseverance in both reading and math.\r\n\r\nEach week, our students take practice assessments, and they work incredibly hard to improve their skills. Because of your donation, we can recognize their dedication with small, motivating rewards like fidgets, fun pens, keychains, squishies, and other exciting trinkets. These prizes may seem simple, but they make a big impact by encouraging students to stay focused, keep trying, and feel proud of their progress.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support helps us build a positive classroom environment where effort is noticed and growth is celebrated. You are helping students develop confidence, motivation, and a stronger belief in themselves as learners.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your kindness and your investment in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1777995395566,"projectUrl":"project/help-motivate-students-to-shine/10206713/","projectTitle":"Help Motivate Students to Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp45667_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738537499392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kim-moore"},{"teacherId":10462378,"projectId":10193625,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited when they first saw the new outdoor play materials from our \"Outdoor Adventure Starts Here\" project. The materials immediately encouraged movement, teamwork, creativity, and hands-on learning during outdoor play.\r\n Since receiving these resources, students have been using them daily during recess and outdoor learning activities. One of our favorite moments was watching students work together to create obstacle courses and cooperative games while encouraging one another. These experiences have helped build social skills, communication, and problem-solving while keeping students active and engaged.\r\n Your generosity has helped transform our outdoor space into an extension of our classroom where students can explore, learn, and grow through play. Thank you for supporting our students and creating meaningful learning experiences they will always remember!","fullyFundedDate":1778023897961,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-adventures-start-here/10193625/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Adventures Start Here","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Theresa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10462378_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776274550035","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10462378"},{"teacherId":45667,"projectId":10181081,"letterContent":"The Transylvania County Parks and Recreation building was filled with learning in action on Monday, during the 2026 TCS STEAM Expo. TCS students, teachers, parents and community partners came together to celebrate STEAM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) in Transylvania County Schools! \r\nWhat made the Expo especially meaningful was the opportunity for students to present their work to the community. Walking visitors through their process, describing their discoveries, and fielding questions reinforced their learning in a way few experiences can. Researching something based on curiosity and teaching others are some of the most powerful ways to deepen understanding.\r\nOur students were able to represent our school in their t-shirts and show off their talents using the screen printer by making drink coolies for all visitors!\r\nWe're grateful to everyone who helped make this year's Expo such a memorable celebration of the remarkable learning happening right here in Transylvania County Schools.","fullyFundedDate":1775603629149,"projectUrl":"project/student-led-steam-night/10181081/","projectTitle":"Student Led STEAM Night","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp45667_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738537499392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kim-moore"},{"teacherId":9257832,"projectId":8600509,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing drawing paper for our art room. Because of your contributions through DonorsChoose, our students now have a supply of quality paper to bring their ideas to life.\r\n\r\nThis may seem like a simple material, but it has made a huge difference in our classroom. Students feel more confident taking creative risks, experimenting, and practicing their skills without worrying about running out of paper. It allows us to focus on the creative process, explore new techniques, and fully engage in making art every day.\r\n\r\nYour support ensures that every child has the opportunity to create, express themselves, and grow as artists. It removes barriers and opens the door for imagination, problem-solving, and joy in learning.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your kindness and investment in our students. Thank you for helping make our art room a place where creativity can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1725741750519,"projectUrl":"project/drawing-paper-for-little-artists/8600509/","projectTitle":"Drawing Paper for Little Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9257832_orig.jpg?crop=1072,1072,x40,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693931474297","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-harris-art"},{"teacherId":9257832,"projectId":9934213,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our painted lantern art installation in our school lobby. Because of your contributions through DonorsChoose, this vision became a reality—and the impact has been truly incredible.\r\n\r\nWhat began as a creative project has turned into something much more meaningful for our entire school community. Every day, students walk through the lobby and light up with excitement as they see their work displayed. Teachers have shared how the installation has brought a sense of pride and inspiration into the building. Parents and community members have stopped to admire it, often pausing to take photos and share in the experience. The response has been full of \"oohs and ahhs,\" and it's easy to see why.\r\n\r\nMore than just an art display, this installation has created a welcoming, joyful space that celebrates creativity, collaboration, and student voice. Your generosity made that possible, and it has left a lasting impression on everyone who walks through our doors.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of art and for supporting our students in such a meaningful way. 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