{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pine Bluffs Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":55.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8063200,"projectId":9326631,"letterContent":"We are sincerely grateful for your generous donation of greenhouse racks and storage totes for our classroom. Your support has provided a wonderful opportunity for students to engage in hands-on learning while exploring plant growth, science, and engineering concepts. The racks and totes allow us to organize multiple plant experiments, giving students the chance to observe, measure, and care for a variety of plants in a controlled and accessible way.\r\n\r\nUsing the greenhouse racks and totes has encouraged creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. Students face engineering challenges such as designing the best layouts for light and water, figuring out how to stabilize the racks, and experimenting with different planting methods to help their plants thrive. These hands-on experiences teach perseverance, critical thinking, and practical application of STEM concepts. The classroom has become a hub of exploration, where students can test ideas, learn from mistakes, and celebrate successes together.\r\n\r\nYour generosity not only supports STEM learning but also fosters curiosity, responsibility, and teamwork. The racks and totes have transformed our classroom into a dynamic learning environment where students gain confidence in their abilities to design, test, and improve solutions. Thank you for investing in our students and providing resources that make meaningful, interactive learning possible.","fullyFundedDate":1746742351234,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-grow-creating-a-classroom-green/9326631/","projectTitle":"Help Us Grow: Creating a Classroom Greenhouse for Budding Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8063200_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663012204497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8063200"},{"teacherId":8063200,"projectId":9326525,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation of the greenhouse storage totes. These totes have had a meaningful impact on our classroom, providing a hands-on way for students to grow and care for plants while learning about science, engineering, and problem-solving. Using the totes to cultivate plants has presented unique challenges that have encouraged students to think critically, design solutions, and experiment with different approaches. They adjust soil, water, and light conditions to help plants thrive, learning from mistakes and refining their strategies along the way. These experiences not only teach essential STEM concepts but also foster perseverance, creativity, and collaboration among students.\r\n\r\nThe totes have become more than just containers for plants—they are tools for exploration and discovery. Students work together to plan experiments, monitor plant growth, and discuss what works and what needs improvement. This hands-on approach encourages curiosity, engagement, and a deeper understanding of the natural world. It has been exciting to see students develop engineering and problem-solving skills while actively participating in projects that are both challenging and rewarding.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has truly enhanced our classroom and provided opportunities for students to learn in dynamic, meaningful ways. The impact of your gift is evident in the excitement, engagement, and pride our students show in their work, and it is helping to cultivate not just plants, but critical thinking and a love of learning. Thank you for investing in their education and for helping create a rich, interactive environment where students can grow academically and personally.","fullyFundedDate":1746555581480,"projectUrl":"project/plant-buddies/9326525/","projectTitle":"Plant Buddies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8063200_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663012204497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8063200"},{"teacherId":8063200,"projectId":9532357,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of new whiteboards and markers for our math class. Your support has provided my students with tools that we use every day to enhance learning and foster creativity.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboards allow students to practice math problems actively, explore different strategies, and work collaboratively with their peers. Because they can easily erase and correct mistakes, students feel more confident taking risks, experimenting with new methods, and learning from errors without fear. This immediate feedback and flexibility make learning more interactive, engaging, and fun.\r\n\r\nWe also use the whiteboards for creative problem-solving, group activities, and visual explanations, which helps students better understand abstract concepts. Your generosity has made a lasting impact by giving students the resources to engage fully in their learning and build both confidence and skills in mathematics.","fullyFundedDate":1756925114863,"projectUrl":"project/think-it-ink-it-wipe-it-math-with-whi/9532357/","projectTitle":"Think It, Ink It, Wipe It: Math with Whiteboards!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8063200_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663012204497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8063200"},{"teacherId":8063200,"projectId":9811321,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of playground balls and recess equipment for our students. Your support has helped provide opportunities for active play and positive interaction during recess.\r\n\r\nThe new equipment has quickly become a favorite among the students. Having access to a variety of balls and playground items allows them to participate in different games, stay physically active, and practice teamwork. Whether they are playing group games, creating their own activities, or simply enjoying time outdoors with friends, the equipment encourages movement, cooperation, and good sportsmanship.\r\n\r\nRecess is an important part of the school day because it allows students to recharge and build social skills. With the addition of these playground materials, students have more ways to play together, stay engaged, and return to the classroom ready to focus and learn.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference for our students, and we truly appreciate your support.","fullyFundedDate":1760464224688,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-rolling/9811321/","projectTitle":"Let’s Get Rolling!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8063200_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663012204497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8063200"},{"teacherId":8063200,"projectId":9863222,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of the Bucket Golf set for our students. Your support has provided a fun and engaging activity that our students can enjoy during recess.\r\n\r\nBucket Golf has quickly become a favorite activity. It encourages students to be active, practice coordination, and spend time outdoors in a positive and cooperative way. The game also helps students develop patience, focus, and good sportsmanship as they take turns, encourage one another, and celebrate each other's successes.\r\n\r\nRecess is an important part of the school day, giving students time to recharge and build social skills. The addition of Bucket Golf gives them another creative option to play together, work as a team, and enjoy friendly competition. It has already brought a lot of excitement and laughter to our playground.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a more enjoyable and active recess environment for my students, and we are very grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1763235214784,"projectUrl":"project/fore-fitness/9863222/","projectTitle":"Fore Fitness!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8063200_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663012204497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8063200"},{"teacherId":8063200,"projectId":9290315,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of Scholastic magazines for our classroom. Your support provides my students with engaging reading materials that we are able to use throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nThese magazines are a wonderful resource for group reading in our classroom. Students often read articles together, explore topics as a class, and share their thoughts about what they have learned. The stories and nonfiction pieces encourage curiosity and help students practice important reading skills such as identifying main ideas, discussing key details, and asking thoughtful questions.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful parts of this resource is that students are able to take the magazines home and share them with their families. This creates opportunities for conversations about what they are learning and encourages reading beyond the classroom. It is always exciting to hear students talk about the articles they read together with family members at home.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps strengthen both classroom learning and the connection between school and home. Thank you for supporting my students and helping foster a love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1746742141759,"projectUrl":"project/daily-reader-for-the-succeed-er/9290315/","projectTitle":"Daily Reader for the Succeed-er","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8063200_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663012204497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8063200"},{"teacherId":8063200,"projectId":9290279,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of Scholastic magazines for our entire school year. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nThese magazines have quickly become an engaging and valuable reading resource for my students. The articles are relevant, interesting, and accessible, which helps spark curiosity and encourages students to read more actively. Because of this donation, students are exposed to a wide range of topics that expand their knowledge and build their confidence as readers.\r\n\r\nWe regularly use the magazines to strengthen important literacy skills. Students read the articles, write summaries, and participate in discussions about the main ideas and key topics. These conversations help them think critically, express their opinions, and learn from one another. The materials have created opportunities for thoughtful dialogue and deeper understanding in our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided my students with consistent access to high-quality reading materials throughout the year, and the impact is visible in their enthusiasm for reading and discussion. Thank you for investing in their learning and helping create meaningful educational experiences for them.","fullyFundedDate":1746555582557,"projectUrl":"project/scholastic-is-fantastic/9290279/","projectTitle":"Scholastic Is Fantastic","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8063200_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663012204497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8063200"},{"teacherId":1570592,"projectId":9376163,"letterContent":"I have to admit, when I first tried to build a wind turbine myself using these kits, I thought it might be too hard for my students, but they did amazing! And they loved it! I had them work with a partner to follow the directions and build a wind turbine from the kit provided. They worked together, which is also a valuable skill, and had to follow specific instructions for their wind turbine to actually work. But what was even better, is after testing their turbine with a fan, they developed their own changes for positioning of the blades and stability of the base for making it work even better. I need to find more fans or hair dryers and more multimeter test kits to measure the voltage and then compare which ideas worked the best. This was truly an amazing lesson, which I wasn't even sure would work out.\r\nAfter this lesson, we'll follow up by researching actual wind turbines in our area and determine how they are designed and placed to get the most wind velocity and produce the most energy. This project is perfect for connecting to a real world example that we see everyday right in our town. I hope to connect with a company to get an actual tour of a wind farm. This kit for building wind turbines has opened up so many ideas and projects that the students are interested in, this will definitely be an annual project!\r\nThank you again, we couldn't have done this without your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1757881184125,"projectUrl":"project/wind-turbines-wind-energy/9376163/","projectTitle":"Wind Turbines = Wind Energy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bechtel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1570592"},{"teacherId":1570592,"projectId":9376083,"letterContent":"This game was a lot of fun! STEM Skillastics incorporated physical education with STEM topics and got students active, thinking and working together to win the game. I needed to combine a few classes to get enough students at this school, as well as schedule a time when we could use the gym, but it was worth it. The students ranged in age from 3rd to 6th grade and I split them up so each grade was on each team. They had to work together and take turns running to the mat, rolling the dice and moving their piece, sharing with their team what physical activity they needed to do, and then answer a question about science, technology, engineering or math. Then the next person had their turn. The first team that circled the mat won the game. I was so impressed with how well they worked together, encouraged each other, helped each other and genuinely cheered each other on. I look forward to using this game with my other schools, but for some I'll need to wait until warmer weather to go outside.\r\nThank you so much for helping fund this activity for me to share with my students, it was fun and they were active and learning at the same time. Perfect combination for learning!","fullyFundedDate":1757687702202,"projectUrl":"project/stem-skillastics/9376083/","projectTitle":"STEM Skillastics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bechtel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1570592"},{"teacherId":1570592,"projectId":9376278,"letterContent":"You never realize the creativity students have until you let them build whatever they like with Legos! All ages of students have loved playing and creating with these Lego sets. The younger students enjoy picking and choosing what they build, while the older students get to try actual models built from Legos. Either way, it's a wonderful learning experience.\r\nThe GearBots have been especially exciting to work with. These include students needing to follow directions to create the gears and structures so that the GearBots actually move. It also includes needing to put together paper pieces to finish the GearBots, which required more dexterity than you would think. The perseverance these students showed by working hard and together to create these GearBots was terrific to see.\r\nThank you so much for giving my students the chance to create, build and learn, as well as having fun!","fullyFundedDate":1757545466113,"projectUrl":"project/stem-legos-perfect-combination/9376278/","projectTitle":"Stem & Legos - Perfect Combination","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bechtel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1570592"},{"teacherId":1570592,"projectId":9376231,"letterContent":"These Code & Go Mice are fantastic for young students to learn the basics of coding and robotics. By initially playing with the mice, they push the buttons on their backs and get them to move in all directions, light up and make noises. When we used the programming cards, then they need to plan ahead more, laying the cards down in a specific order and then pushing the buttons on the mice to follow the code. The final challenge was using the blocks, tunnels, and walls to code the mice to find the cheese in a specific location. Learning how to create a code for the mice to follow helps them relate that to actual coding programs on their computers. \r\nThe mice are a lot of fun for the students to play with and engages them in learning to code without even realizing it. There is no reading involved, so these mice work fantastic with the younger students and they love it! I will always use these mice with students!","fullyFundedDate":1755733689478,"projectUrl":"project/code-go-robot-mice/9376231/","projectTitle":"Code & Go Robot Mice","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bechtel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1570592"},{"teacherId":8063200,"projectId":9321907,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the Van de Graaff machine to our classroom! Your support has brought science to life for our students in a way that textbooks simply can't.\r\n\r\nSince its arrival, the Van de Graaff machine has sparked curiosity, excitement, and hands-on learning. Students are now able to explore static electricity and electrical charge through direct interaction, witnessing firsthand the effects of invisible forces. Their eyes light up as they see hair stand on end, feel the gentle zap of a charge, and ask deeper questions about the \"why\" and \"how\" behind what they're experiencing.\r\n\r\nThis donation has not only enriched our science curriculum, but it has also inspired students to think like scientists—making predictions, testing hypotheses, and discussing observations with enthusiasm. It's clear that this tool is doing more than just demonstrating a concept; it's creating lasting memories and deepening understanding through active engagement.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a tangible impact on our students' learning, and we are sincerely grateful. 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