Date: July 2026

School: Two Rivers K-8

Wish Delivered: Sensory Room supplies

Teacher Kim Unrein says "The Extended Resource Room (ERR) at the Two Rivers K-8 school is in hopes of setting up, for the first time ever in our school district’s history, a “sensory room.” As a special education teacher and past paraprofessional, I have worked for the school district for 38 years and it has been a dream of mine to help students with autism and high anxiety to experience the calming affects of a sensory room. "

Wish Amount: $8,839.04

Date: July 2026

School: Shoshone Elementary

Wish Delivered: Classroom Supplies

Teacher Glenda Knight says "The upcoming school year presents me with a unique challenge. For the first time in my lengthy teaching career, I will not have a teaching partner. Students who would normally be assigned to two separate classrooms will be combined into one third-grade classroom. Unfortunately, the physical space of the environment doesn't increase. Therefore, I am planning to utilize a variety of seating options to maximize space and provide useable sitting and writing spaces for my students."

Wish Amount: $1,012.59

Date: July 2026

School: Black Canyon School

Wish Delivered: Music Room Supplies

Teacher Cheryl Lower says "Every Thursday, I lead the entire student body in our school song, a tradition that builds school spirit and unity. Currently, that experience is hindered by equipment that lacks the power and clarity to reach every child.Furthermore, during our annual talent shows and plays, our current microphones fail to capture the light, high-pitched voices of elementary students. Without high-sensitivity equipment, our young performers' hard work is often lost to the audience, which can be discouraging for a child finding their voice on stage."

Wish Amount: $803.49

Date: July 2026

School: Lowell Scott Middle

Wish Delivered: PE Supplies

Teacher Trevor Stoneberg says "The P.E. department at Lowell Scott Middle School is currently facing an equipment shortage. We have had the same equipment for approximately 20 years. We are unable to provide certain activities that the kids love participating in. Our goal as a P.E. department is to get more kids active as well as have more community involvement. I currently have almost 800 kids that come through the P.E. department so this new equipment would benefit the entire student body as well as the community. Exercise!"

Wish Amount: $3459.80

Date: July 2026

School: Central Elementary

Wish Delivered: STEM/Art Supplies

Teacher Brandi Raass says "Here at Central Elementary, we don't have art as a learning rotation. Any art/craft activities fall on the classroom teachers to implement wherever they can squeeze in time between math and reading. I have been the K-5 Computer teacher for about 10 years, and I love it! Unfortunately, the students need more than they are getting. Our students utilize iPads in their classrooms, then come to me for more screen time. I feel like we can do better for them."

Wish Amount: $1781.79

Date: June 2026

School: Grangeville High School

Wish Delivered: Sensory Headphones

Teacher Cammy Greig says "Headphones help reduce distractions and sensory overload, allowing students to better focus on tasks, especially in busy or noisy classrooms. They also enable individualized instruction, as students can listen to audio supports, directions, or lessons at their own pace, which is particularly helpful for those with learning disabilities or processing challenges. Additionally, headphones promote independence by allowing students to access accommodations like text-to-speech or recorded instructions without needing constant teacher assistance. Overall, headphones create a more accessible, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that helps students stay engaged and succeed academically."

Wish Amount: $418.38

Date: May 2026

School: Frontier Elementary

Wish Delivered: Fence for playground

Teacher Katie Rutan says "This fenced play area would immediately and directly impact the lives of our preschool students and their families. Children who currently have limited or no access to outdoor play would have a safe, joyful space of their own. Teachers and support staff would be able to take their students outside with confidence. Physical and occupational therapists would have an outdoor space to incorporate into treatment sessions. And our youngest learners, many of whom are working hard every day just to access the world around them, would have a place that was built with them in mind."

Wish Amount: $3,387.16

Date: May 2026

School: West Bonner County

Wish Delivered: School AED's

Teacher Caitlin Eller says "As a school, we are committed to maintaining a safe learning environment and being prepared for emergencies. However, replacing multiple AED units presents a significant financial burden that is not currently accounted for in our budget. The unexpected recall has made this need both urgent and unavoidable. Funding from the Idaho Lottery would directly support the purchase of new, fully functional AED units, ensuring that our school is equipped to respond effectively in a cardiac emergency. This investment would not only restore a critical layer of safety but also provide peace of mind to families, staff, and the broader community."

Wish Amount: $5,553.84