{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pisgah Forest Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":64.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":45667,"projectId":9886050,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through this DonorsChoose project! Because of your generosity, my students were able to explore, build, and create through hands-on STEM craft kits and markers.\r\n\r\nThese materials inspired collaboration, creativity, and meaningful learning as students designed bead wreaths, bookmarks, necklaces, gingerbread houses, LEGO ornaments, and patterned paper stockings. They were especially excited to observe changes in states of matter while working with Perler beads, turning an abstract science concept into a real-life experience.\r\n\r\nYour support helped strengthen problem-solving skills, hand-eye coordination, and creative thinking—and most importantly, it made learning joyful. We are truly grateful for your kindness and belief in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1763557232206,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-crafts/9886050/","projectTitle":"Holiday Crafts","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":9788097,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Kindness Cart. Because of you, this project has continued to be a bright spot in our school and a meaningful way for students to spread joy.\r\n\r\nThanks to your funding, we are able to keep the cart stocked with a variety of snacks and treats, allowing students to deliver cheer, gratitude, and kindness throughout the school. The Kindness Cart has become a source of school pride and happiness, and students are excited to participate each time it rolls down the hall.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity helps students learn to show compassion, work as a team, and practice appreciation through their words and actions. This project supports their social and emotional growth while helping build a strong, positive school community.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and support. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our students' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1762613826140,"projectUrl":"project/delivering-kindness/9788097/","projectTitle":"Delivering 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":9428914,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Roman mosaic project! Because of your generosity, my 3rd-grade students were able to bring their learning about Ancient Rome to life in a hands-on, meaningful way.\r\n\r\nAs we wrapped up our unit on Roman culture, government, inventions, and art, students designed and created their own Roman-style mosaics inspired by mythology, daily life, and architecture. This creative experience allowed them to truly step into the world of Ancient Rome while strengthening fine motor skills, creativity, and confidence.\r\n\r\nLast year, these students studied Ancient Greece, and this project helped them build on that foundation while deepening their understanding of ancient civilizations. The excitement and pride they felt as they completed their mosaics was unforgettable.\r\n\r\nYour support transformed history from something they read about into something they could see, touch, and create. 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These hands-on experiences have helped them think like real engineers while having so much fun.\r\n\r\nYour support made all of this possible. Thank you for investing in our students' learning and giving them tools that inspire problem-solving, collaboration, and excitement every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1762613829014,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-building-blocks/9847046/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Building Blocks","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":9675364,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our project!\r\nBecause of your support, we had a truly wonderful week before Thanksgiving crafting and delivering kindness.\r\n\r\nWith the materials you helped provide, students spent Monday creating festive snowmen, bead wreaths, holiday trees, and reindeer. On Tuesday, they proudly delivered their handmade crafts to the residents of College Walk, spreading cheer and sharing smiles. It was so heartwarming to watch both young and old connect, chat, and brighten each other's day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity made these meaningful moments possible. Delivering kindness filled our hearts and reminded us how much we have to be thankful for. Thank you for bringing joy to our classroom and our community!","fullyFundedDate":1760398740133,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-crafty/9675364/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Crafty","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":9625249,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing the funding for our Math Stackers. In third grade we have a variety of learning levels going on during our math lessons. Some students are working on addition, some on subtraction while others are working on mastering multiplication or division and then we even have some students venturing to learn double digit multiplication or long division. With these varied levels, having hands-on manipulatives that can be used for all levels and not just for a few students really hits the mark. Students of all levels can benefit from the hands-on visual learning the Math Stackers provide. These magnetic numbers match perfectly with our previously acquired foam rectangles to provide a visual representation of whatever math problem they are solving. Thank you again. We appreciate your help!","fullyFundedDate":1755734730137,"projectUrl":"project/math-stackers/9625249/","projectTitle":"Math Stackers","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":9532858,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving my 3rd graders the opportunity to dissect owl pellets! They were absolutely thrilled to dive into this hands-on science experience and truly felt like real scientists. As they carefully examined the pellets, they discovered mole and other rodent skulls, along with many tiny bones—and were amazed to learn just how much barn owls eat!\r\n\r\nThis activity sparked so much curiosity and excitement in our classroom. Your generosity helped turn our science lesson into an unforgettable adventure of discovery and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1754954234096,"projectUrl":"project/future-scientists-in-action-exploring-o/9532858/","projectTitle":"Future Scientists in Action: Exploring Owl Pellets!","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":9429128,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for purchasing the new chairs for our table and the LEGO figurines for my 3rd-grade students. This thoughtful gift has made a wonderful impact on our classroom community.\r\n\r\nSince I looped with my 2nd graders up to 3rd grade and welcomed a few new students this year, the LEGO figurine activity was been an amazing way for the students to create their own little versions of themselves and bond right at the start of the school year. It helped everyone feel connected and excited to be part of our class.\r\n\r\nYour generosity truly supports our learning environment and helps foster a sense of belonging among the students. We are so grateful for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1753875072735,"projectUrl":"project/welcome-to-3rd-grade-lego-style/9429128/","projectTitle":"Welcome to 3rd Grade LEGO Style","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":9390092,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness in funding the books Ricky the Rock Who Couldn't Roll and Scribble Stones for our classroom. These wonderful additions have brought so much joy and creativity to my students!\r\n\r\nAfter reading Scribble Stones, students loved making their own colorful scribble stones using rocks and markers. The hands-on activity allowed them to express their creativity while reinforcing the book's message about finding beauty in differences. 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We started this initiative last school year and my students really became the \"cool kids\" because they showed such appreciation for our teachers. \r\n\r\nLast year I was in 2nd grade and this year we are all in 3rd grade together. Because we were together last year, my students knew exactly what to do on the 1st day of school. \r\nSo, we started the school year with kindness and delivered treats to each staff member!\r\n\r\nMy students work in small groups to push the cart around and deliver kindness. This opportunity has allowed them to receive positive compliments and witness joy in others.\r\n\r\nThank you for providing the materials to share throughout our school. Thank you for helping give my students leadership opportunities.","fullyFundedDate":1750256141400,"projectUrl":"project/the-kindness-cart-returns/9388288/","projectTitle":"The Kindness Cart Returns","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":9318334,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Because of your support, our classroom now has comfortable new chairs, fun planet-themed floor cushions, and plenty of ink to print materials in color. These additions have already made such a difference—students love having flexible, inviting seating options, and our printed resources now stand out and grab their attention.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created a more engaging and welcoming learning environment, and my students and I are so grateful. Thank you for believing in them and helping us make learning exciting and accessible every day.","fullyFundedDate":1753875070543,"projectUrl":"project/3rd-grade-here-we-come/9318334/","projectTitle":"3rd Grade Here We Come","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":9494931,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project and helping provide snacks for my students! Your generosity ensures that no child has to struggle through our long morning reading and intervention block with an empty stomach. By keeping our snack basket stocked with favorites like Goldfish, fruit snacks, and pretzels, you are helping my students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThis simple act of kindness also builds a sense of community in our classroom—students know they are cared for and supported. I am so grateful for your generosity and excited to continue this tradition with my class in the 2025–2026 school year. 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