{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pittsburgh Carmalt Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":19.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9890832,"projectId":10194905,"letterContent":"This project will have an immediate impact on my students by transforming recess into a more engaging, inclusive, and meaningful part of their day. With access to jump ropes, balls, toys, and bubbles, every child will have an opportunity to participate in play that fits their interests and comfort level.\r\nFor many of my students, recess is not just a break—it's a chance to release energy, build friendships, and practice important social skills like sharing, teamwork, and communication. These supplies will help reduce conflicts and increase positive interactions, creating a more supportive and joyful environment for all.\r\nThe addition of a cart will ensure that materials are organized, easily accessible, and consistently available, allowing students to make the most of their recess time each day.\r\nMost importantly, this project supports the whole child. When students have the chance to move, play, and connect with peers, they return to the classroom more focused, regulated, and ready to learn. These simple items will bring joy, build community, and make a lasting difference in my students' school experience.","fullyFundedDate":1776787653539,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-air-happy-minds-outdoor-recess-f/10194905/","projectTitle":"Fresh Air, Happy Minds: Outdoor Recess Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Joyce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9890832_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737060008546","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9890832"},{"teacherId":6936207,"projectId":10195024,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our outdoor fun. With your donation, we are able to provide our youngest learners new toys and activities to use during our indoor and outdoor gross motor time. \r\nThey were absolutely ecstatic to receive new toys, including chalk and bubbles and balls in our new steppingstones that we have been using outside daily. With your donation, not only are we keeping our students engaged with fun toys, but we are also promoting healthy and active lifestyles for our youngest learners.","fullyFundedDate":1776817314885,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-fun/10195024/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6936207"},{"teacherId":7006400,"projectId":10021817,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students now have consistent access to snacks and food items that help them stay focused and ready to learn throughout the school day. We keep the supplies organized in a designated area so students who arrive hungry or need an extra boost during the day can quietly take what they need. Students who previously struggled to concentrate late in the morning or afternoon are now more attentive and engaged.\r\n\r\nI was able to have a section in my office as well as provide a small selection in our teachers classrooms. Teachers have noticed improved participation and fewer distractions related to hunger. Having reliable access to nutritious snacks allows students to stay energized for testing, hands-on activities, and group learning experiences. \r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a more equitable and caring learning environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed. Thank you for making a lasting difference in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768616438121,"projectUrl":"project/full-bellies-focused-minds/10021817/","projectTitle":"Full Bellies, Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schreiner (Nurse Jessica)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7006400_orig.jpg?crop=302,302,x276,y288&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636988699793","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nursejessicaschreiner"},{"teacherId":9367986,"projectId":10056326,"letterContent":"Our new snacks and fidgets have quickly become an important part of our Social Emotional Learning (SEL) class. We use the snacks during community circles and reflection time, helping students feel comfortable and ready to participate in meaningful conversations. The fidgets are available during lessons, journaling, and group activities so students can stay focused while practicing self-regulation skills. One special moment was during a lesson on stress management, when students used the fidgets while sharing coping strategies, and even some of my quieter students felt confident enough to join the discussion.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were so excited and grateful. Many of them immediately smiled when they saw the variety of snacks and were eager to explore the different fidget options. They felt seen and cared for, knowing these resources were provided specifically to support them. The classroom atmosphere instantly felt warmer and more welcoming, and students were excited to come to SEL class and participate.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our next steps are to continue building healthy coping skills, communication, and emotional awareness. Students will use the fidgets during mindfulness exercises, conflict-resolution role plays, and goal-setting activities throughout the year. The snacks will continue to help create a safe and supportive environment where students can connect and engage. Your support is helping us create a classroom space where students can grow emotionally, socially, and academically.","fullyFundedDate":1769588808394,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-fidgets-for-sel/10056326/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Fidgets for SEL!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. De Vors","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9367986"},{"teacherId":7014824,"projectId":10030105,"letterContent":"Thank you SO much for helping to fund this project! My students love their blankets, the new reading tent, and the delicious snacks! Thanks to you, my students each get a bag of Cheez-it's every day we have a test. This motivates them and fuels them to do their best. On non-test days, my students enjoy the animal crackers that you helped to fund. Again, this motivates them to follow the behavior expectations so they can earn their treat.\r\n The reading tent is SO popular that we had to make a schedule for the students to use it because they all want to use it everyday. It's so much fun to watch them reading with a partner in the tent, and it has really helped them to improve their fluency.\r\n Their blankets have helped them to stay warm in our classroom. They have their name on them and they will get to keep them at the end of the year! \r\n Your kindness and generosity are really making a difference in my classroom. Thank you SO much for helping to inspire and motivate my students every day. We truly thank you from the bottom of our hearts!","fullyFundedDate":1768937078838,"projectUrl":"project/blankets-snacks-and-stories/10030105/","projectTitle":"Blankets, Snacks, and Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stromyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7014824_orig.jpg?crop=927,927,x1545,y1249&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649817708137","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7014824"},{"teacherId":6745593,"projectId":10052032,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation! It made such a huge impact on my students and classroom. The students were so excited to see all the supplies coming into our classroom. The snacks have helped keep the students fueled and focused. It's so hard to concentrate when you are hungry! The jackets have kept them warm in class when they felt chilly in the classroom. We keep them in the classroom and they can use them whenever they need to. All of the cleaning supplies and the tissues have been so helpful in getting us through cold and flu season. We go through at least a box of tissues a week and we sanitize the tables between each group of students. I can not thank you enough for helping my students and classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769303658319,"projectUrl":"project/warm-fed-and-focused/10052032/","projectTitle":"Warm, Fed, and Focused!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kwasniewski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6745593_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566872493864","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6745593"},{"teacherId":4406559,"projectId":10053906,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity in supporting our project, \"Full Bellies, Calm Minds, Ready to Learn.\" When the boxes arrived, the excitement in the classroom was palpable. My students were especially thrilled to see new sensory toys fidgets, and of course snacks.\r\n\r\nWe have integrated these resources into our daily routines. The snacks have been a total game-changer; it is amazing how much more focused a student can be during math or reading when they aren't distracted by a hungry stomach. Meanwhile, my kindergarten students love the playdough and emotion playdough mats. They are able to identify and visually show emotions using them. \r\n\r\nBecause of you, my classroom is now a more comfortable, inclusive, and regulated space. Your support has given my students the physical and emotional tools they need to succeed, and for that, we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1769351733668,"projectUrl":"project/full-bellies-calm-minds-ready-to-learn/10053906/","projectTitle":"Full Bellies, Calm Minds, Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Buchheit","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/r-buchheit"},{"teacherId":9717911,"projectId":10054719,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students have access to a variety of snacks, items for my classroom store—including fidgets and sensory tools—and warm sweatshirts to help them stay comfortable during the winter months.\r\n\r\n The snacks have already made a positive difference, allowing students to stay focused and energized throughout the school day. Our school store items, especially the fidgets and sensory materials, support students in managing their emotions, improving focus, and feeling successful in the classroom. The sweatshirts are especially meaningful, as they ensure students have an extra layer of warmth and feel cared for during colder days.\r\n\r\n Your generosity has helped create a more supportive, welcoming, and student-centered learning environment. My students truly feel your kindness, and they are more confident, comfortable, and ready to learn. \r\n\r\n Thank you for believing in our students and investing in bringing joy to their lives. Your support makes a lasting difference in our math classroom each and everyday.","fullyFundedDate":1769361831728,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-fed-and-ready-to-learn/10054719/","projectTitle":"Cozy, Fed, and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maione","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9717911_orig.jpg?crop=749,749,x0,y124&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725721241160","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9717911"},{"teacherId":9583762,"projectId":10053642,"letterContent":"The new resources have made a noticeable difference in our classroom, even in the smallest, everyday moments. While items like paper, pencils, erasers, headphones, tissues, and cleaning supplies may seem simple, they have truly helped create a more organized, comfortable, and focused learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nOne specific moment that stands out happened during our literacy centers. With a fresh supply of paper and sharpened pencils, students were able to fully engage in writing activities without interruption. In the past, something as small as a broken pencil or lack of materials could disrupt their focus. Now, students can smoothly transition into their work, whether they are drafting responses, completing reading reflections, or working on vocabulary practice. The addition of headphones has also been incredibly impactful. During independent reading or listening activities, students are able to stay focused and engaged without distractions, which has been especially helpful for those who benefit from a quieter learning experience.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new supplies, their reactions were full of excitement and appreciation. It may seem simple, but having their own materials—especially fresh pencils, clean erasers, and headphones—made them feel prepared and valued. Several students immediately wanted to organize their desks and take care of the materials, which helped build a sense of responsibility and pride in our classroom space. Even the tissues and cleaning supplies have made a difference, helping us maintain a clean and healthy environment where students feel comfortable throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThanks to the generosity of our donors, our classroom is now running more efficiently, allowing us to focus on what matters most—learning. Students are able to work more independently, stay organized, and spend more time engaged in meaningful tasks instead of worrying about missing supplies.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, the next steps for my students involve continuing to build strong learning habits and independence. As we move further into our reading and writing units, students will use these materials to support longer writing projects, reading responses, and collaborative activities. With consistent access to supplies, they can focus on developing their ideas, practicing their skills, and taking ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nOverall, these resources have helped create a classroom environment where students feel supported, prepared, and ready to learn each day. I am incredibly grateful for the generosity of our donors, as these supplies are making a real and lasting impact on my students' daily experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1769322364887,"projectUrl":"project/miss-cress-winter-needs/10053642/","projectTitle":"Miss Cress Winter Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cress","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9583762"},{"teacherId":4367479,"projectId":9984379,"letterContent":"Your generosity through DonorsChoose means so much to my classroom. Because of your support, I can purchase a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card to access high-quality, engaging resources tailored to my students' needs. These materials will help bring lessons to life, spark curiosity, and support diverse learners. Thank you for investing in my students' success and making a meaningful difference in their educational journey every single day. Thank you again for all you have done for my students and my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1775681047824,"projectUrl":"project/teaching-is-everywhere/9984379/","projectTitle":"Teaching is Everywhere","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Simko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4367479_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1505927895259","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/annesimko"},{"teacherId":8187589,"projectId":10025549,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to a wide range of materials that support both their academic success and emotional well-being.\r\n\r\nYour donation provided essential comfort and learning tools, including flexible seating like bean bag chairs and pillows, which create a welcoming and supportive classroom environment. Students also benefit from mindfulness and sensory tools such as calming strips, fidgets, liquid motion bubblers, and social-emotional learning resources that help them regulate emotions and stay focused.\r\n\r\nIn addition, you supplied important classroom necessities like tissues, bookmarks, and uniform clothing, ensuring students feel prepared and confident each day. The snacks, candy, and care kits you provided help meet students' basic needs so they can fully engage in learning.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your investment in our classroom and our students' futures.","fullyFundedDate":1768697241066,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-classroom-comfort/10025549/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Classroom Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mares","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8187589"},{"teacherId":8187589,"projectId":9250822,"letterContent":"This project had a meaningful impact on my students' learning by helping create a more organized, engaging, and motivating classroom environment. With individual student material bins, students were able to take ownership of their supplies, spend less time searching for materials, and transition smoothly between activities. This increased our instructional time and helped students stay focused.\r\n\r\nThe materials for the reading reward bags were especially powerful in building excitement around reading. They gave me a consistent and tangible way to celebrate students who reached their 25 book goal for the year. 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