{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Goshen Post Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":21.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2488468,"projectId":7605890,"letterContent":"One of the most beautiful outcomes of this project has been watching students take ownership of their creativity. With the right materials at their fingertips, even students who were hesitant or unsure about their artistic abilities began to dive in and experiment. I saw students take risks, mix colors, try new textures, and express pride in their work. The smiles on their faces when they shared their art with the class—or took it home to proudly show their families—said everything.\r\n\r\nThe art supplies also became a bridge for social connection. During open-ended creative sessions, students naturally collaborated, offered suggestions, and complimented one another's work. These moments helped build community, confidence, and a sense of shared purpose. For our youngest learners, especially those still developing language skills, this kind of expressive outlet was incredibly powerful.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our classroom is now filled with vibrant student-created art that decorates our walls and brightens our space. Each piece tells a story—not just of what the student created, but of their voice, growth, and learning. \r\n\r\nThank you once again for making this possible. Your belief in the importance of creativity in the classroom has empowered our students in ways that words can't fully express. We are forever grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1692841267301,"projectUrl":"project/creative-art-in-kindergarten/7605890/","projectTitle":"Creative Art in Kindergarten!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guizard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2488468_orig.png?crop=750,750,x0,y125&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565551784960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-guizard"},{"teacherId":2488468,"projectId":6551379,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project focused on creativity and art in the classroom. Because of your kindness, we were able to purchase a wide variety of new art supplies that have completely transformed the way my kindergarten students experience and express their creativity. Your contribution has sparked so much joy, imagination, and pride in our young artists!\r\n\r\nWith your help, we received a fantastic collection of materials including paint, brushes, markers, crayons, watercolors, glue, construction paper, scissors, collage supplies, and more. These new tools gave my students opportunities to explore artistic expression in ways that were previously limited by our budget and supplies. Having access to fresh, high-quality materials truly made a difference—not only in the quality of the artwork produced but in the excitement and engagement the students showed during our creative times.\r\n\r\nArt plays a vital role in early childhood education. It helps young learners develop fine motor skills, build confidence, explore emotions, and express ideas they may not yet have the words for. With your support, we were able to dedicate more time and space in our day to art activities that support both academic learning and emotional development. Whether we were illustrating a story, painting feelings, or creating seasonal crafts, students were learning and growing while creating something uniquely their own.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for making this possible. Your belief in the importance of creativity in the classroom has empowered our students in ways that words can't fully express. We are forever grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1660087400312,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-and-art-in-kindergarten/6551379/","projectTitle":"Creativity and Art in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guizard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2488468_orig.png?crop=750,750,x0,y125&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565551784960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-guizard"},{"teacherId":2488468,"projectId":6551232,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project to bring purposeful play materials into our kindergarten classroom. Your kindness made it possible for us to purchase dolls, dramatic play toys, and small world play items designed to foster social-emotional development in our young learners. Your contribution has had a truly meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of my students.\r\n\r\nPurposeful play is one of the most powerful tools we have in early childhood education. It is during play that children begin to explore their world, process their emotions, and learn how to relate to others. With the new materials funded through your support, we were able to intentionally create play experiences that support our students in learning about empathy, cooperation, problem-solving, and emotional regulation.\r\n\r\nThe dolls, play figures, and accessories you helped provide immediately became favorites in our classroom. They weren't just \"toys\"—they were tools that opened the door to deeper learning. In our dramatic play center and small world play area, students began to role-play real-life situations like family interactions, making new friends, resolving conflicts, and expressing their feelings. This type of imaginative play offered us invaluable opportunities to observe, guide, and coach our students as they navigated complex emotions and social scenarios.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in the power of purposeful play and for making this opportunity possible. Your generosity has helped us build a classroom where children grow not only academically but socially and emotionally as well. We are so grateful for your kindness and the difference you have made in our lives.","fullyFundedDate":1660053118067,"projectUrl":"project/purposeful-play-in-kindergarten/6551232/","projectTitle":"Purposeful Play in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guizard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2488468_orig.png?crop=750,750,x0,y125&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565551784960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-guizard"},{"teacherId":2488468,"projectId":6041354,"letterContent":"I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project, which was funded in 2021. Your kindness and belief in the power of education made it possible for our kindergarten classroom to receive a wonderful collection of books focused on emotional regulation and social-emotional learning (SEL). The impact these books have had on my students—both then and now—has been incredible and long-lasting.\r\n\r\nThe books we received became an essential part of our classroom library and are still used regularly during read-alouds, lessons, and independent reading time. \r\n\r\nFor many of my students, especially at the kindergarten level, understanding and managing big feelings can be overwhelming. Having access to relatable stories with age-appropriate language and illustrations made a world of difference. These books provided a mirror for students to see their own experiences and a window into the experiences of others. They helped my students develop a shared language to express what they were feeling—words like \"frustrated,\" \"anxious,\" or \"calm\"—and offered helpful strategies for what to do with those feelings. We used the books during morning meetings, social-emotional mini-lessons, and in response to real-time conflicts or challenges that arose in the classroom. The stories became tools for connection, comfort, and growth.\r\n\r\nOne of the most touching outcomes of having these books in our classroom was watching students apply what they had learned. They began checking in on one another more often. They used breathing techniques, grounding exercises, and words they learned from the stories to navigate conflicts more peacefully. \r\n\r\nThe impact of this project went far beyond the school year it was funded. These books are still a valued part of our classroom collection and continue to be used by new groups of students each year.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible. Your support gave my students tools they will carry with them for a lifetime. You didn't just fund a book project—you helped build a classroom culture rooted in empathy, understanding, and emotional literacy. I am so grateful for your generosity and for the difference you've made in the lives of so many children.","fullyFundedDate":1640551396475,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-kindergarten-social-emotional/6041354/","projectTitle":"Supporting Kindergarten Social Emotional Growth in the Time of COVID","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guizard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2488468_orig.png?crop=750,750,x0,y125&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565551784960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-guizard"},{"teacherId":2488468,"projectId":6041262,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your incredible support and generosity in funding my DonorsChoose project for our classroom sensory bins. Thanks to your kindness, my kindergarten students now have access to an engaging, enriching, and calming sensory experience that is making a meaningful impact each and every day.\r\n\r\nWith your donations, we were able to purchase a sensory bin table, kinetic sand, and a variety of sensory bin fillers such as water beads, textured objects, and thematic manipulatives. These items have transformed a simple idea into a powerful tool for learning and growth—one that every student in my classroom benefits from.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment we unpacked the supplies, the excitement and curiosity among the children were contagious. Many of them had never experienced kinetic sand or sensory bins before, and their reactions were priceless—wide eyes, giggles, and eager little hands ready to dig in. For some of my students, especially those who have difficulty with attention, communication, or self-regulation, the sensory bins have quickly become a favorite part of our daily routine.\r\n\r\nThe sensory table has become a central hub in our classroom. Students rotate through the station in small groups, and I have watched incredible moments of learning and cooperation unfold. They are not just exploring textures—they are developing fine motor skills, sharing tools, communicating with peers, and engaging in imaginative play. I've seen children who usually struggle to engage in group activities happily participate and interact at the sensory table, making connections that go beyond the activity itself.\r\n\r\nSensory play is more than just fun—it's therapeutic, educational, and inclusive. It supports language development, social-emotional growth, and cognitive development, all while meeting students where they are. Because of your generosity, we now have a permanent fixture in our classroom that brings joy, comfort, and valuable learning opportunities to every child. And what's even more exciting is that these materials are durable and versatile—they will continue to support students for many years to come.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students, their families, and myself—thank you. Your generosity has made a lasting difference, and we are endlessly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1639097364479,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-learning-through-sensory-pla/6041262/","projectTitle":"Exploring & Learning Through Sensory Play In Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guizard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2488468_orig.png?crop=750,750,x0,y125&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565551784960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-guizard"},{"teacherId":2488468,"projectId":7605898,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project to bring purposeful play materials into our kindergarten classroom. Your kindness made it possible for us to purchase dolls, dramatic play toys, and small world play items designed to foster social-emotional development in our young learners. Your contribution has had a truly meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of my students.\r\n\r\nPurposeful play is one of the most powerful tools we have in early childhood education. It is during play that children begin to explore their world, process their emotions, and learn how to relate to others. With the new materials funded through your support, we were able to intentionally create play experiences that support our students in learning about empathy, cooperation, problem-solving, and emotional regulation.\r\n\r\nThe dolls, play figures, and accessories you helped provide immediately became favorites in our classroom. They weren't just \"toys\"—they were tools that opened the door to deeper learning. In our dramatic play center and small world play area, students began to role-play real-life situations like family interactions, making new friends, resolving conflicts, and expressing their feelings. This type of imaginative play offered us invaluable opportunities to observe, guide, and coach our students as they navigated complex emotions and social scenarios.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in the power of purposeful play and for making this opportunity possible. Your generosity has helped us build a classroom where children grow not only academically but socially and emotionally as well. We are so grateful for your kindness and the difference you have made in our lives.","fullyFundedDate":1691035132753,"projectUrl":"project/purposeful-play-in-kindergarten/7605898/","projectTitle":"Purposeful Play in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guizard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2488468_orig.png?crop=750,750,x0,y125&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565551784960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-guizard"},{"teacherId":7557329,"projectId":8730699,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind donations to help build our art supply bin in our classroom! We have been busy painting, using pastels, and our new smocks. Students are about tocreate their own animals and habitat, using the modeling claim and other various art supplies. We love to do our projects in our classroom and do one every Friday. Our Friday craft is always based upon something. We are currently learning about. This Friday we will be using some of our new art supplies to create ladybugs. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1734816173164,"projectUrl":"project/it-is-a-good-day-to-make-art/8730699/","projectTitle":"It Is a Good Day to Make art.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Price","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7557329_orig.jpg?crop=537,537,x156,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1600357392092","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7557329"},{"teacherId":7557329,"projectId":8730729,"letterContent":"We are a project -based learning school so we do a lot of hands-on and authentic learning experiences. My students have been using a lot of these supplies to collaborate to create different types of buildings. We have been tying it in to our five C's of LCPS. These five C's are creators, critical thinkers, communicators, collaborators and contributors. These materials also keep the kids thinking even during indoor recess, as they use a different materials to build. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts because all these materials made my kids extremely happy and excited!","fullyFundedDate":1733250577135,"projectUrl":"project/lets-stem-this/8730729/","projectTitle":"Let’s STEM This!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Price","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7557329_orig.jpg?crop=537,537,x156,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1600357392092","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7557329"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_122223","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":851,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":8,"percentAsian":56,"percentBlack":6,"percentWhite":22,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":78.6,"schoolId":122223,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Goshen Post Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Goshen Post Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/loudoun-county-public-schools/goshen-post-elementary-school/122223"}