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One of my students held up their copy and asked, \"Do we actually get to keep these and write on them?\" Knowing that kind supporters cared enough to invest directly in their reading journey made them feel so deeply valued and special.\r\n\r\nThese magazines have completely transformed our literacy block and non-fiction reading time. Recently, during a reading lesson on animal adaptations, every student had their own vibrant, physical magazine to explore. I watched as my second graders enthusiastically highlighted new vocabulary words, pointed out key text features, and eagerly shared fascinating facts with their partners. 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There were audible cheers as we unpacked them together, and one of my students looked up at me and asked, \"Are these really just for us?\" Knowing that kind strangers cared enough to support their learning made them feel so deeply valued and seen.\r\n\r\nThese new seats have completely transformed our daily routine, especially during our literacy work and small group instruction. Recently, during a collaborative reading activity, I watched a student who usually struggles to sit still for more than five minutes settle comfortably into a wobble chair. They were able to quietly rock while staying fully immersed in their reading passage, actively contributing to our discussion without any of the usual restlessness or frustration.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next big step is diving into a multi-week research project where students will work in small groups to explore ecosystem habitats. 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About this school
Contentnea - Savannah School is
a rural public school
in Kinston, North Carolina that is part of Lenoir County Public Schools.
It serves 769 students
in grades K - 8 with a student/teacher ratio of 13.7:1.
Its teachers have had 724 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Title 1
Data about Title 1 status comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education.
Grades K - 8
769 Students
56 Teachers
3400 Ferrell RdContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
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of students receive free or reduced price lunch
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63%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
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Contentnea - Savannah School
$304,999
raised using DonorsChoose
724
projects
funded
89
teachers
funded
1,001
donors
111
projects
for
basic supplies
136
projects for
technology
84
projects for
books
52
projects
for
art supplies
Contentnea - Savannah School has received support from
540 individuals from North Carolina and
461 individuals out-of-state.