{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pittsburgh Allegheny Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7622266,"projectId":10280008,"letterContent":"As an Early Childhood Educator, I read both fiction and nonfiction books as part of our curriculum. I have always believed that even our youngest learners can learn so much through books. However, I have also learned that before children can truly benefit from literacy, they first need to develop a love for books and the joy of listening to stories. Sometimes, even the most colorful picture books, read with enthusiasm and expression, are not enough to capture the attention of a room full of three & four -year-olds!\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous donation, I have seen an incredible difference in our classroom. My little learners are now sitting, listening, participating, and genuinely looking forward to storytime. When they see our Big Green Monster hand puppet come out, the excitement is contagious! They cannot wait to help tell the story, eagerly adding and removing the monster's eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and other features. I hear little voices shouting, \"I want to do it!\" and when the story ends, some immediately requesting, \"Do it again!\" We have even extended the story into an art project, allowing the children to create their own monsters and bring the story to life in another way. These are the moments that make my teacher's heart smile!\r\n\r\nThe excitement doesn't stop there. Our sequencing cards give the children opportunities to retell stories in their own words, predict what happened first, next, and last, and build confidence as little storytellers. Our dry-erase and felt boards have also become classroom favorites. The children love singing \"B-I-N-G-O\" while matching letters and animal pictures, and they enjoy taking turns placing, moving, and displaying the felt pieces off the felt/dry erase board. What looks like simple play is actually building early literacy skills, vocabulary, letter recognition, memory, and listening skills.\r\n\r\nAnother wonderful addition has been our Tonie Box storytelling characters. Instead of listening to the same music every day at naptime, the children now have the opportunity to drift off to sleep listening to bedtime stories. Some fall asleep peacefully, while others remain awake, quietly listening and imagining the characters, places, and adventures unfolding in their minds. There are no pictures or screens telling them what to imagine. They must create those pictures in their own minds. In a world where so many children are surrounded by iPads, televisions, and video games, I treasure these opportunities to encourage imagination, creativity, and the simple joy of listening.\r\n\r\nYour donation has had an unexpected impact on me, too, as their teacher. Storytime and naptime have become much more enjoyable experiences because the children are excited and eager to participate. I spend less time redirecting their attention and more time sharing meaningful experiences with them. I have been reminded that sometimes the smallest changes can make the biggest difference. Adding a puppet, a few props, or an interactive storytelling activity can transform an ordinary story into something truly memorable and a happier experience for everyone.\r\n\r\nIn fact, you have inspired me to build my own puppet collection, practice my puppet skills, and develop unique personalities for each character. I find myself thinking about new ways to bring stories to life and make literacy more exciting. I still value our curriculum books, but now I make a conscious effort to include stories with puppets and props to capture the children's attention, as well as pictureless storytelling to encourage their imaginations.\r\n\r\nI wish you could have been here to see the excitement on their little faces and hear their voices during storytime. It is difficult to put into words just how much of a difference your generosity has made. You didn't simply help purchase classroom supplies. You helped create experiences that encourage children to listen, participate, imagine, communicate, and develop a lifelong love of stories.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my little classroom, believing in the importance of early literacy, and reminding me of something so important: Before children can learn to love reading, they need the opportunity to fall in love with stories.\r\n\r\nYou have made storytime something our children look forward to, and for that, I am more grateful than you will ever know!","fullyFundedDate":1780502359579,"projectUrl":"project/bring-back-the-love-of-story-telling/10280008/","projectTitle":"Bring Back the Love of Story Telling","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kristie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7622266_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772067578214","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7622266"},{"teacherId":2994373,"projectId":10405330,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! Your generosity has already made a meaningful impact on my students and our learning environment.\r\n\r\nOur students have been actively using the new indoor and outdoor sports equipment during brain breaks, recess, and team-building activities. These resources have helped students stay active, practice cooperation, and build positive relationships with their classmates. One of the highlights has been watching students encourage one another during group games, demonstrating sportsmanship, kindness, and perseverance.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement in the classroom was incredible! Students were eager to explore the new equipment, the colorful Groovy Hippie scrapbook paper, and the fun squishy pens. Many students immediately began talking about how they wanted to use the supplies for projects and classroom activities. Their smiles and enthusiasm were a wonderful reminder of how much these resources mean to them.\r\n\r\nThe scrapbook paper and squishy pens have brought creativity and excitement to our classroom work. Students are using them to create special projects, journals, and displays that showcase their learning. These engaging tools make everyday assignments feel more special and help motivate students to do their best work.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, students will continue using these materials as part of lessons focused on collaboration, creativity, positive behavior, and strong character development. We are excited to create classroom projects that allow students to express themselves while practicing important skills such as responsibility, teamwork, and respect. The sports equipment will continue to support active learning opportunities, while the creative supplies will help bring our classroom projects to life.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom is a more engaging, active, and joyful place to learn. Thank you for investing in our students and helping make learning both meaningful and fun. Your support is appreciated more than words can express!","fullyFundedDate":1787145943172,"projectUrl":"project/indoor-and-outdoor-actitives/10405330/","projectTitle":"Indoor and Outdoor Actitives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Drwal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2994373_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1607475029796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ldrwal"},{"teacherId":7622266,"projectId":10374777,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support. The puppets and story kits you provided have been absolute game-changers for our story time! It is amazing to see how even the smallest prop completely transforms the energy in our classroom, instantly making the students perk up and tune in.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our story time has shifted from a passive activity to a vibrant, interactive experience. With the story mitten glove, the students aren't just listening—they are actively building the narrative, proudly stepping up to add the pieces and retell the stories themselves. We've even seamlessly woven math into our story time. During \"Five Little Speckled Frogs\" and \"Five Little Ducks,\" the children were so eager to practice counting and subtracting that they were literally perking up in their seats, hoping for a turn to remove the pieces.\r\n\r\nTheir excitement reached a whole new level with \"The Old Woman Who Swallowed the Fly.\" For a group this young, it can be a long story to follow, but they were utterly spellbound. They watched with wide eyes as the old woman's stomach grew bigger with every animal they stuffed into her mouth. Hearing them enthusiastically exclaim, \"I want to feed her!\" was a beautiful reminder of how deeply engaged they truly were.\r\n\r\nBut the absolute stars of the classroom have been the mouse and Cookie Monster puppets. The smiles on these children's faces say it all. We used the mouse puppet to teach a unit on pets and responsibility, even building a little home for it. It was incredibly sweet to watch them hold it so gently, with some students petting it hesitantly as if it were a real, living creature. One little girl has made it her daily ritual to ask if she can feed it!\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, the Cookie Monster puppet served as the ultimate beginning-of-the-year icebreaker. We turned learning each other's names into a daily celebration using the cookie jar song. The children loved flipping over a \"cookie,\" reading a classmate's name, singing to them, and then feeding the cookie to Cookie Monster. The pure joy and endless giggles whenever Cookie Monster interacted with them has been unforgettable, and it's an activity they still beg to do every single day.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your gift didn't just provide story props; it unlocked a genuine, joyful love for learning in these children. You have given them confidence, laughter, and a beautiful foundation for literacy and math. We are profoundly grateful for your kindness and the lasting impact you've made on our classroom community.\r\n\r\nI just wish you were able to see the smiles on their faces and see their excitement! Circle time is so much happier and exciting thanks to you!","fullyFundedDate":1785167574337,"projectUrl":"project/story-props-to-encourage-our-littlest-le/10374777/","projectTitle":"Story Props to Encourage Our Littlest Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kristie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7622266_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772067578214","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7622266"},{"teacherId":7622266,"projectId":10188606,"letterContent":"Last year, I served as a full-time replacement teacher in this classroom, and this year marks my first year as the permanent teacher. The beginning of the school year was a whirlwind as I welcomed new students, established routines, and helped everyone settle into their new classroom. So, when the new materials arrived after the school year had begun, I was beyond excited! Your generosity brought new opportunities for learning, creativity, independence, and joy into our classroom, and I am so grateful.\r\n\r\nPlaydough is a timeless favorite in any preschool classroom! While the children love squishing, rolling, and creating with it, playdough also serves as a valuable learning tool. We use letter mats to practice letter formation and incorporate playdough into math activities. With little hands using it every day and germs spreading quickly in a preschool environment, we can never have enough. Having this extra supply means more opportunities for hands-on learning, skill development, and creative exploration.\r\n\r\nThe rocket ship and magnetic roadway tiles have opened up a whole new world of imaginative play! The children are no longer simply driving cars around the floor; they are designing roads, planning routes, constructing buildings, and creating entire communities with their magnetic tiles. They are developing problem-solving skills, spatial awareness, and creativity while working together and bringing their ideas to life. The rocket ship has been equally exciting, especially for our younger children, while our older students use their imaginations to blast off on adventures around the room. These toys have transformed playtime into opportunities for exploration, discovery, and endless possibilities.\r\n\r\nIn our dramatic play area, the children have embraced the new baby crib with so much enthusiasm. Those who love playing mommy now have a special place to tuck their babies in for a nap, nurturing their imaginations and practicing care and compassion through pretend play. The toy ice cream has also been a big hit! Some children love serving ice cream to their babies, while others enjoy using the scoops as intended. What may look like simple play is actually rich with learning. We count scoops, identify colors, practice matching, and develop fine motor skills as the children carefully scoop, stack, and balance their ice cream. It is wonderful to watch them learn important skills while doing something they genuinely love.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, however, the chair storage pockets have been an absolute game changer! They have made our classroom routines smoother and it gives the children a greater sense of independence and ownership. As soon as breakfast is finished, students can retrieve their own dry-erase boards and markers and begin practicing their writing. There is no longer a wait for materials to be passed out or time spent searching through a pile of boards to find their names. We also store glue sticks, crayons, and other small supplies in the pockets, and some children even use them to keep their jackets. What might seem like a simple organizational item has made a tremendous difference in our daily routine. It saves valuable instructional time, reduces frustration, and allows the children to take responsibility for their own belongings. Those saved minutes add up, giving us more time for learning, creating, and connecting.\r\n\r\nEach of these items has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. They have helped create a more engaging learning environment, encouraged independence, inspired imaginative play, and given the children more opportunities to build essential academic and social skills. Most importantly, they have helped make our classroom a place where the children feel excited to come to school, eager to explore, and happy to learn.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has done so much more than provide classroom supplies and toys. You have invested in our children's learning, creativity, confidence, and happiness. Every time a child practices writing with a dry-erase board, builds a new roadway, cares for a pretend baby, or discovers something new through playdough, your kindness is making a difference. These materials will continue to support learning and create joyful memories long after they first arrived.\r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness, generosity, and willingness to support our classroom. As a teacher beginning my first year in this permanent role, knowing that others care enough to invest in my students means more than words can express. I am incredibly grateful, and I know the children are benefiting from your generosity every single day. Thank you for helping make our classroom a happier, more enriching place to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1784565123121,"projectUrl":"project/bright-futures-start-with-play/10188606/","projectTitle":"Bright Futures Start with Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kristie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7622266_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772067578214","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7622266"},{"teacherId":6232341,"projectId":10172735,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our youngest learners. Often times children's birthdays are overlooked in school due to the high demands on academics. However, it is very important to stop and celebrate one's birthday and that is why I am so excited to write and thank you for your donation to this project. Our children will not only feel special and loved but also have the opportunity to take home a new book to share with their family about birthdays. They will receive a special pin and bracelet that they can wear time and time again to celebrates their birthday and enjoy the small tokens gifted to them on this day. Some families cannot afford to celebrate birthdays, and this gives those children an opportunity to feel special and a little extra love on their special day. \r\n\r\nRecently, we celebrated a student's birthday, and he was so excited to have a book to take home and read with his big sister. He is still wearing his birthday bracelet and handles it with care and pride everyday as he washes his hands. Thank you for our generosity and making our students birthdays a little bit more special.","fullyFundedDate":1785167572537,"projectUrl":"project/birthday-gift-for-pre-k/10172735/","projectTitle":"Birthday Gift for Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Basel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6232341_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668113132850","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-basel"},{"teacherId":8292311,"projectId":10239122,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing my kiddos with bags to carry their learning materials and headphones! These supplies will make such a meaningful difference in their everyday learning experience. The bags will help them keep their materials organized and easy to carry, while the headphones will allow them to focus and engage with digital learning activities.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generosity and for supporting our students. Your kindness helps create a classroom where every child has the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1778000283787,"projectUrl":"project/basic-materials-big-impact-for-my-stude/10239122/","projectTitle":"Basic Materials, Big Impact for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pontillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8292311"},{"teacherId":7622266,"projectId":10191772,"letterContent":"Thank you, PNC Grow Up Great! You've done it again—you truly made our month!\r\n\r\nThe outdoor learning supplies arrived just in time for our VIP (Very Important Person) Day, a special event designed to encourage families to spend meaningful time with their preschoolers at school. With 17 preschoolers, 17 family members, and 2 staff members, our tiny classroom simply could not hold everyone. Thanks to the wonderful outdoor materials provided through PNC Grow Up Great, we were able to take the celebration outside—and it turned into an unforgettable day.\r\n\r\nFamily members helped children learn to walk on stilts and joined them in potato sack races. There were no winners or losers—just laughter, smiles, and fun. Seeing grown adults hopping around in tiny potato sacks had everyone laughing. It was a wonderful lesson that joy comes from participating together, not from winning.\r\n\r\nOur youngest learners especially loved the bubble shaker maracas. The no-spill design was perfect for little hands. Some children joyfully shook the maracas while others delighted in blowing bubbles. Families and children also tackled obstacle courses with the hoops, creating opportunities for movement, teamwork, and lots of smiles. By the end, everyone was out of breath, happy, and enjoying quality time together outdoors. It was a beautiful sight, and I think PNC would have been proud to see it.\r\n\r\nThe learning continued long after VIP Day. We took stories such as Bug in a Jug and Hey, Little Ant outside and transformed reading into an interactive experience. Armed with our bug nets and observation containers, the children regularly explored nature, searching for butterflies, ants, and other insects. These materials added an entirely new dimension to our outdoor time, turning it into a true learning environment rather than simply a place to run and play. The result was a calmer, more engaging, and meaningful experience for everyone.\r\n\r\nAfter reading Hey, Little Ant and The Big Block of Chocolate, the children became fascinated with ants. Instead of reacting with fear or wanting to squish them, they observed them with curiosity and respect. We carefully placed a few ants in the observation container for a closer look before returning them safely to their homes. What a remarkable change! The children learned about the natural world, developed empathy, and discovered similarities between ants and people.\r\n\r\nWe also enjoyed a very special butterfly release day. I wish you could have seen the amazement on the children's faces as the butterflies took flight. Their questions filled the air: \"Where are they going?\" \"Will they land on us?\" \"Will they have a family?\" \"How high will they fly?\" \"Will they come back?\" \"What will they eat?\" Those moments of wonder, curiosity, and discovery are exactly what learning is all about.\r\n\r\nThank you, PNC Grow Up Great, for making these experiences possible. You have given 17 preschoolers memories they will carry with them for years to come. Even better, future classes will continue to benefit from these wonderful materials and the countless learning adventures they inspire.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us, thank you for investing in our children, their families, and their love of learning. We are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1777652827722,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-students-experience-the-joy-of/10191772/","projectTitle":"Help Our Students Experience the Joy of Outdoor Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kristie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7622266_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772067578214","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7622266"},{"teacherId":7622266,"projectId":10189970,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing my classroom with a Toniebox. It has become a wonderful addition to our daily routine and offers my students a fun, engaging way to enjoy stories and songs without relying on screens.\r\n\r\nOne of the things I appreciate most is how portable and easy to use it is. Because there are no wires or plugs to worry about, I can easily take it with us wherever we go. We use it both inside and outside the classroom, allowing students to listen to stories and music while using their imaginations and interacting with one another. The excitement on their faces whenever a new character is introduced is truly priceless.\r\nThe Toniebox has also become an invaluable tool during transitions throughout our day. Whether we are waiting to use the restroom, cleaning up, or preparing for another activity, I can simply pick it up and bring it with us. It helps keep students engaged, calm, and focused during times that can otherwise be challenging.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite uses for the Toniebox is during naptime. The few students who do not typically fall asleep gather quietly around it to listen to stories together. It gives them an opportunity to relax, use their imaginations, and bond with their peers in a peaceful and meaningful way. When children are happily engaged and genuinely interested in what they are doing, it creates a more positive learning environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nI was especially touched by how much the students enjoyed the dog character featuring classic preschool songs such as \"The Wheels on the Bus.\" Instead of watching a screen, we sat together in a circle, facing one another, singing, using hand motions, and sharing the experience. It encouraged eye contact, participation, and social interaction while creating a calmer and more connected classroom atmosphere. Experiences like these remind me how important imaginative, screen-free learning opportunities are for young children.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the Toniebox supports the development of critical social and emotional skills. It encourages children to engage with one another, practice listening, use their imaginations, and build meaningful connections with their peers. In a world where screens are increasingly common, providing opportunities for children to interact face-to-face is incredibly valuable.\r\n\r\nI am especially grateful for generous and kind-hearted people like you who care about supporting teachers and enriching the lives of young children. Your gift will have a lasting impact not only on this year's students, but on many classes to come. I look forward to using the Toniebox year after year and continuing to add new characters and stories that will inspire future students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity, thoughtfulness, and commitment to helping children learn, grow, and imagine.","fullyFundedDate":1776173034568,"projectUrl":"project/toniebox-for-a-screen-free-science-stor/10189970/","projectTitle":"Toniebox for a Screen Free Science Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kristie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7622266_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772067578214","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7622266"},{"teacherId":7622266,"projectId":10186968,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation and support of my classroom. Your kindness has truly made a difference, not only for me as a teacher, but for each of my 17 preschool students as well. Every item has helped create a more organized, functional, safe, and welcoming learning environment, and I am incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nThe spice rack has worked perfectly as a charging station. It attaches securely to a magnetic board, keeping everything safely out of reach of the children while still being easily accessible for me. I use the paper towel holder to hang the headphones, and the magnetic clips help keep cords neat, untangled, and safely tucked away. The shelves now store our night lights for nap time, providing just enough comfort and light for the students who enjoy coloring quietly while others rest. The magnetic file holder has also become the perfect storage space for our iPads, keeping them organized and safely out of students' reach until needed.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest improvements has been how quickly and smoothly I can now transition students during the day. For the few children who do not nap, I can easily access the iPads and headphones and distribute them right away. While many teachers prefer wireless headphones, I truly appreciate the simplicity of the small corded ones. They store neatly, plug in instantly, and eliminate the hassle of pairing devices or reconnecting to Wi-Fi, saving valuable classroom time.\r\n\r\nThe multi-strip outlets were absolutely necessary for all of our rechargeable items, but they often created clutter and were not visually appealing. The cable management box has made such a difference by safely hiding the cords and outlets, creating a cleaner, safer, and more organized classroom environment for preschoolers.\r\n\r\nThe students especially love their chair pockets. They proudly store their personal dry erase boards, worksheets, crayons, markers, and other small belongings inside them. This has made our classroom routines much more efficient because students can independently access their materials after meals with minimal transitions, allowing for more focused and meaningful learning time.\r\n\r\nThe \"big desk\" has also become a favorite space in our classroom. It now serves as a writing table, with supplies conveniently stored in the drawers to save space and stay organized. On special days, students enjoy sitting there together while using the iPads, which makes learning feel extra exciting and engaging.\r\n\r\nAs you may know, preschool classrooms can sometimes become overwhelming, especially for children who are sensitive to noise. The noise-canceling headphones have been incredibly beneficial for students who need a quiet moment when emotions run high. Some children even choose to wear them while drawing or working quietly because it helps them feel calm and focused.\r\n\r\nAll of these materials have truly helped transform our classroom into a more functional, organized, and student-centered space. They have made my daily routines easier and more efficient, while also helping my students feel more comfortable, independent, and engaged. Even though the children may not always be able to fully express their gratitude, I can see how much they value and enjoy these materials through their excitement and constant use of them each day.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your generosity is deeply appreciated. What may have seemed like small or simple items have had a tremendous impact on our classroom and on the educational experience of 17 young children. Your kindness will continue to benefit not only this group of students, but many classes in the years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting my little room and for investing in the growth, comfort, and learning of my students. Your generosity truly means so much to all of us.","fullyFundedDate":1776080762525,"projectUrl":"project/technology-tangles/10186968/","projectTitle":"Technology Tangles","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kristie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7622266_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772067578214","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7622266"},{"teacherId":10436534,"projectId":10099529,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving our students the opportunity to explore their surroundings through an artistic lens. This is so important to them to have another creative outlet that is new and exciting! They are having so much fun taking pictures of each other, different objects, etc. \r\n\r\nHaving these cameras for the students has opened a whole new world of possibilities for them to get creative and also learn more about their environment. The look on the students faces when they see the photos they took is just priceless!","fullyFundedDate":1775064481084,"projectUrl":"project/art-therapy-through-photography/10099529/","projectTitle":"Art Therapy Through Photography","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tricia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10436534_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776124776099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10436534"},{"teacherId":8560324,"projectId":10234399,"letterContent":"The students and I are extremely grateful for our supplies. They were excited to receive their items! They play the games during free time, when they need to calm down, and at dismissal while waiting for their buses to pick them up. The students win raffle tickets when they are caught being responsible and respectful. Then later, get to select a prize from my prize box if their ticket is selected!\r\n\r\nWe have been studying how important it is to recycle, so a teaching moment was when a student said, \" We should make sure our paper products go into the recycle bin to help the environment. Be sure to throw the paper towels in the bin after you dry your hands!\" That made me smile!","fullyFundedDate":1778184069854,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/10234399/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fulton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8560324_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y22&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673309448621","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8560324"},{"teacherId":6232341,"projectId":9873255,"letterContent":"Funding this project has been a blessing for our classroom. To being our classroom is small and most sensory stimulating items can be quite large. However, having these few smaller items have made a difference for our students who need help redirecting their energy and/or allowing them opportunities to self-stimulate and recenter their bodies during the busy school day.\r\nAt first our students were not sure of the new items but once they understood how to use them and the calming effect it offered them the items quickly became a classroom favorite. The bands on the chairs have helped calm those busy feet and cut down the amount of kicking that happens under the table. Students love bouncing their feet on them and stretching them out. \r\nThe balance boards are slowly becoming a new option for calming. At four years old it can be difficult to understand how to balance while standing on a rounded object so we are still figuring out this skill but sitting and rocking is providing our students with stimulation that is much needed, much like the swivel seat. Being able to rock side to side is very satisfying in our classroom this year.\r\nThese options would not have been made available without your generosity and kindness. So, thank you from our entire classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1773961166605,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-stimulation-in-pre-k/9873255/","projectTitle":"Sensory Stimulation in Pre-k","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Basel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6232341_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668113132850","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-basel"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_88664","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":572,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":51,"percentWhite":31,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":11,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":79.6,"schoolId":88664,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pittsburgh Allegheny Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pittsburgh Allegheny Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/pittsburgh-public-schools/pittsburgh-allegheny-elementary-school/88664"}