{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kemp Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":64.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9451397,"projectId":9476572,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project and helping provide LEGO materials for our students. These resources have already made a big impact on our learning environment. In math lessons, students used the LEGOs to explore area and perimeter by building shapes and counting the studs to measure each side. This hands-on activity helped them clearly see how different shapes can have the same area but different perimeters. In our STEM Club, students have also been using the LEGOs to design and build various projects and models, encouraging creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement filled the room. They immediately began sharing ideas about what they could build and how they could use the LEGOs to solve challenges. It was wonderful to see students who sometimes struggle with traditional lessons become fully engaged when they could learn through building and experimenting.","fullyFundedDate":1763229504008,"projectUrl":"project/future-scientists-engineers-build-with/9476572/","projectTitle":"Future Scientists & Engineers Build With LEGO!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tucker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9451397"},{"teacherId":9451397,"projectId":9476429,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my classroom has been transformed. These materials are now part of our daily routine and have made a meaningful difference in how students learn and stay organized.\r\n\r\nWe are using pencils and paper for problem-solving and independent practice. The folders have helped students take ownership of their learning by keeping their work organized and easily accessible. Students are excited about small groups when they get to use dry-erase markers and erasers to solve problems on the whiteboards.","fullyFundedDate":1758202691681,"projectUrl":"project/back-the-school-essentials/9476429/","projectTitle":"Back the School Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tucker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9451397"},{"teacherId":9396092,"projectId":9384296,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation to our classroom. Your support has helped me create a more flexible and engaging learning environment for my 5th-grade students through flexible seating options.\r\n\r\nYour support means the world to me and my students. We're excited to see the positive impact this will have on our daily learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and our futures. Your kindness and generosity are truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1758202640016,"projectUrl":"project/take-a-seat-learn/9384296/","projectTitle":"Take a Seat & Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Adams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9396092_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748472702432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9396092"},{"teacherId":9451397,"projectId":9058014,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Thanks to your donation, my 4th graders have been exploring the world of STEM through podcasts, and they are absolutely loving it! We've been listening to stories from real scientists, mathematicians, and engineers, and it's opening their eyes to all the exciting things they can do in the future. The technology has made it so easy to bring these voices right into our classroom, and it's helping students connect what we're learning in math and science to the real world.\r\n\r\nWhat gets the kids most excited is hearing how these STEM leaders got started, especially when they find out they were curious kids just like them! Some of my quieter students have really come out of their shells during our podcast discussions. One student who used to say math was \"too hard\" recently told me, \"I want to be a scientist who helps the planet!\" These moments remind me of the power of this project. You're helping my students dream big, learn deeply, and believe in themselves, and we're so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1746785875928,"projectUrl":"project/using-podcasts-to-inspire-future-mathema/9058014/","projectTitle":"Using Podcasts to Inspire Future Mathematicians, Scientists, and STEM Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tucker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9451397"},{"teacherId":9277676,"projectId":9310579,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generours support in providing easels for our classroom! These easels have already become an essential part of our daily phonics and foundational skills lessons. My students are using them to build words, practice decoding, and sort sounds in ways that are interactive and hands-on.\r\n\r\nWhen the easels first arrived, my students' faces lit up with excitement. Several students immediately asked if they could \"be the teacher\" and use the easels to model blending words for the class. That sense of ownership has made our phonics routines more engaging and collaborative. \r\n\r\nAs we continue working through our current phonics units, the easels will support activities like word building, sound mapping, and small-group intervention. The next step for my students is moving from blending and decoding to reading words fluently in connected text, and these easels will be part of that daily progress.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has given my students not only a resource, but also the motivation to see themselves as capable readers. Thank you for investing in their growth—your gift is making a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1746787343834,"projectUrl":"project/easels-up-binders-open-tools-for-small/9310579/","projectTitle":"Easels Up, Binders Open: Tools for Small Group Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Summers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9277676_orig.jpg?crop=738,738,x0,y154&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724163458316","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9277676"},{"teacherId":2090136,"projectId":9086228,"letterContent":"These Georgia Book Award books have given my students a head start on our annual Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl. Each year we compete, but it takes money and time to get copies of the books for our students to begin preparation for the reading bowl. Thank you for giving us both the funds and time to get a head start this year.\r\n\r\nMy students were able to begin reading the books over the summer! Not only does this decrease the dreaded \"summer slide,\" but it gave them uninterruped time to read and prepare for the reading bowl. They did not feel rushed to read the books and could enjoy and get to know the various settings and characters of the books they chose to read.\r\n\r\nThank you for providing an avenue of success for my students to compete in our annual reading bowl. Whether we place in the bowl is immaterial to the growth my students experience working as a team and the experiences and empathy they garnered reading about different cultures and time periods that they otherwise would not have experienced.\r\n\r\nThank you again for providing us with this opporuntity.","fullyFundedDate":1740511604141,"projectUrl":"project/reading-bowl-books/9086228/","projectTitle":"Reading Bowl Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schilling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2090136_orig.png?crop=358,358,x0,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675266255859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sharon-schilling"},{"teacherId":9061205,"projectId":9222539,"letterContent":"In our classroom, we have recently introduced new resources that have significantly improved our learning environment. Among these resources are stools for small group work and dividers that create specialized stations. These items are not just additions; they are transformative tools that enhance the way we learn and collaborate. One of the most notable impacts of the dividers is the quiet space they provide for students with autism. This environment allows them to focus better on their tasks without the distractions that can sometimes occur in a busy classroom. By creating a designated area, we support their unique needs and help them thrive in their learning journey. This focus is essential for all students, as it promotes a more inclusive and supportive educational experience.\r\n Moreover, this project would not have been possible without the generosity of our donors. Their contributions have provided us with the resources to create a vibrant and engaging classroom. By investing in our writing classroom, they have given our students a glimpse into what a supportive and stimulating educational environment can look like. The impact of their support extends beyond physical items; it influences the mindset and motivation of our students. As we look ahead, we remain committed to further enhancing our learning environment, ensuring that it meets the diverse needs of all our students while preparing them for the challenges of the future.","fullyFundedDate":1746785623165,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-cozy-creative-writing-space/9222539/","projectTitle":"Creating a Cozy & Creative Writing Space for Young Authors!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wiggins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9061205"},{"teacherId":9277676,"projectId":9074252,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of literacy task cards! They've quickly become a favorite in our classroom and are now part of our daily routine. We use them as warm-up activities to get students thinking at the start of the day, during small groups to focus on specific reading skills, and for fun review sessions that reinforce learning.\r\n\r\nMy students truly enjoy the hands-on, interactive nature of the cards. They're excited to use them and feel more confident participating in literacy activities. Moving forward, I plan to build a literacy station using the cards to support different reading levels and skills. Your support has made this possible, and we're so grateful for the positive impact you've had on our learning.","fullyFundedDate":1740080910523,"projectUrl":"project/literary-skills-through-task-cards/9074252/","projectTitle":"Literary Skills Through Task Cards","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Summers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9277676_orig.jpg?crop=738,738,x0,y154&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724163458316","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9277676"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50036","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":586,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":76,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":14,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"3 - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":35.7,"schoolId":50036,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kemp Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kemp Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/clayton-county-public-schools/kemp-elementary-school/50036"}